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Linfield - Ballymena United prediction
Match predictions
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Coefficients at the time of publication of the forecast 31.01.2026 18:41
Match preview
The upcoming Premiership (Northern Ireland) clash between Linfield and Ballymena United will be taking place on 31.01 at 10:00. Sports bettors can review detailed Linfield v Ballymena United betting tips and analysis of both teams' statistics to make an informed prediction for the match.
H2H and previous results
Teams have faced each other in a total of 50 games, in which their last meeting took place on 28.01.26 with score 1:0, with Linfield winning 39, Ballymena United winning 8, and 3 games in a draw. So far, the goal difference between the teams is 105-46.
H2H Statistics
Linfield
Ballymena United
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39 wins
3 draws
8 wins
Comparison stat
Get the latest details on the past 10 matches between Linfield and Ballymena United, including the number of wins, draws, losses, goals scored, and goals given up.
Linfield
Ballymena United
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10
Matches
5 - Wins
2 - Draws
3 - Loses
Goal Difference
+8
15
7
Scored
Conceded
-5
9
14
10
Matches
Wins - 2
Draws - 2
Loses - 6
Linfield review
This season, Linfield has played 10 times in the Premiership. They have earned 4 wins, 3 losses, and 3 draws at home, with 7 victories. The team is currently in 4 place in the standings. On average, they score 22 and concede 5 goals, making their goal difference +17. When playing at their home stadium, Linfield usually scores 33.3 goals per game, and 4 of their matches have seen both teams score, which is 40%. It typically takes them 33.3 minutes to score a goal at home.
demonstrates a stable recovery of his performance.
Top scorers are:
Ballymena United review
This season, the Ballymena United played 10 games in the Premiership tournament, winning 2 away matches and 2, losing 5 and drawing 3 overall. So far, the team has scored 10 goals and conceded 19, with a goal difference of -9. Ballymena United is presently in the 10 position in the standings. On average, 31 goals are scored in Ballymena United away matches, with 6 of these games featuring a goal from each team (which is 60%). Players need about 31 minutes of game time to score away.
continues to show a good game.
Players with the greatest scores is: .
Standings
| # | Team | G | Pts | W | D | L | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |
Linfield
|
24 | 43 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 36:16 |
| 10 |
Ballymena United
|
24 | 25 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 28:37 |
Standings tracker
Linfield
Ballymena United
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4
Position
10
33
Round
33
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Linfield
DRAW
Ballymena United
Will both teams score?
YES
50%
NO
50%
Who will score first?
Linfield
No goal
34%
Ballymena United
Prematch stats
Linfield
Ballymena United
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10
Matches
5 - Wins
2 - Draws
3 - Loses
Goal Difference
+8
15
7
Scored
Conceded
-5
9
14
10
Matches
Wins - 2
Draws - 2
Loses - 6
Linfield roars ahead with 12 wins from 24 matches, showing their fierce spirit. Ballymena United struggles with just 7 wins and 13 losses. Linfield's 7 draws highlight their steady defense, while Ballymena's 4 draws reveal a tougher fight on the pitch.
In goals, Linfield shines by scoring 13 and conceding only 7, proving their strong attack and solid backline. Ballymena United scores a mere 6 and lets in 11, making their games more open and risky. This gap shows why Linfield leads the charge.
Scored
Full time
1st Half / 2nd Half
Over 0.5
71%
67%
Over 1.5
38%
38%
Over 2.5
25%
8%
Over 3.5
8%
4%
Failed to score
29%
33%
Statistics of Linfield matches and Ballymena United matches within the tournament Premiership.
When it comes to the fierce battles of Northern Irish football, Linfield emerges as the more potent attacker, boasting an average of 1.5 goals per match compared to Ballymena United's modest 1.17. This edge shines in their thrilling over 2.5 goal outings, hitting that mark in 25 instances while Ballymena lags at just 8, painting Linfield as the dynamic force that keeps fans on the edge of their seats. They falter less often too, failing to score in only 29 games against Ballymena's 33, showcasing a relentless hunger that defines true contenders.
Dive deeper into the halves, and Linfield's second-half surge averages 0.92 goals, outpacing Ballymena's 0.67 and turning matches into nail-biters. Although both teams light up the scoreboard in the second period with 54 occurrences each, Linfield nails that consistency with 25 double-half scorings versus Ballymena's 33, proving their stamina. Yet, Ballymena fires back early, notching 46 first-half scores to Linfield's 42, making every game a rollercoaster of emotion and strategy for devoted fans.
Conceded
Linfield is +130% Better in terms of Conceded goals.
Full time
1st Half / 2nd Half
Over 0.5
46%
79%
Over 1.5
17%
63%
Over 2.5
4%
13%
Over 3.5
0%
0%
Clean sheets
54%
21%
Statistics of Linfield matches and Ballymena United matches within the tournament Premiership.
Linfield boasts a rock-solid defense, conceding just 0.67 goals per match. That's way better than Ballymena United's leaky backline at 1.54 goals. Linfield nails clean sheets 54% of the time. Ballymena struggles with only 21%. What a defensive wall Linfield builds! Their over 2.5 goals stat sits at a mere 4%, while Ballymena hits 13%. Fans cheer for Linfield's fierce protection.
In the first half, Linfield shines with clean sheets at 88%. Ballymena lags at 42%. Linfield concedes an average of 0.13 goals then. Ballymena gives up 0.79. The second half sees Linfield at 0.54 conceded. Ballymena at 0.75. This shows Linfield's defenders as true warriors on the pitch.
Goals handicap
Full time
1st Half
2nd Half
Linfield roars ahead with a fierce attack, boasting 92% on the full-time +1.5 handicap, meaning they often smash opponents by more than 1.5 goals. Ballymena United lags behind at 63% for the same, showing less punch in big moments, while Linfield's first half dominance hits 100% on +1.5, proving they strike early and hard.
In the second half, Linfield keeps the pressure on with 83% on +0.5, highlighting their relentless drive, compared to Ballymena's 67% that hints at fading energy. Overall, Linfield's stats paint them as the bolder force, ready to conquer, while Ballymena fights but falls short in key battles.
Goals by Time Period
10 mins
15 mins
Linfield
10 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
10%
15%
0%
11 - 20 mins
10%
15%
0%
21 - 30 mins
10%
8%
14%
31 - 40 mins
0%
0%
0%
41 - 50 mins
0%
0%
0%
51 - 60 mins
20%
23%
29%
61 - 70 mins
5%
0%
14%
71 - 80 mins
25%
23%
29%
81 - 90+ mins
20%
16%
14%
Ballymena United
10 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
12%
17%
9%
11 - 20 mins
12%
17%
9%
21 - 30 mins
6%
17%
0%
31 - 40 mins
0%
0%
0%
41 - 50 mins
12%
0%
18%
51 - 60 mins
6%
17%
0%
61 - 70 mins
24%
17%
27%
71 - 80 mins
18%
17%
18%
81 - 90+ mins
10%
-2%
19%
Linfield
15 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
10%
15%
0%
16 - 30 mins
20%
23%
14%
31 - 45 mins
0%
0%
0%
46 - 60 mins
20%
23%
29%
61 - 75 mins
15%
8%
29%
76 - 90+ mins
35%
31%
28%
Linfield
15 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
18%
33%
9%
16 - 30 mins
12%
17%
9%
31 - 45 mins
12%
0%
18%
46 - 60 mins
6%
17%
0%
61 - 75 mins
24%
33%
27%
76 - 90+ mins
28%
0%
37%
Linfield bursts into action early and late, with 10% of goals in the first 10 minutes and a whopping 25% in the 71-80 minutes. They shine in the final push, scoring 20% after 81 minutes. Ballymena United starts strong too, at 12% in the opening 10 minutes, but ramps up in the middle with 24% from 61-70 minutes. This contrast shows Linfield as late-game warriors while Ballymena fights hard throughout.
In the 15-minute blocks, Linfield peaks at 35% from 76-90 minutes, proving their comeback spirit. Ballymena hits 28% in the same period, yet they score 18% early in another set. These patterns highlight Linfield's dramatic finishes against Ballymena's steady pressure, making every match a thrilling battle of timing and heart.
Result by half
1st Half
2nd Half
Linfield shows strength in the first half with 42% wins and 46% draws. They beat Ballymena United's 25% wins and 33% draws. Linfield loses less at 12% versus Ballymena's 42%. What a dominant start for Linfield!
In the second half, Linfield keeps going with 38% wins and 46% draws. Ballymena fights back with 29% wins and 38% draws but loses more at 33% against Linfield's 16%. Linfield's resilience makes them the tougher team overall.
First goal
Statistics on the percentage of matches, where Linfield and Ballymena United scored first in the Premiership of the 2025/2026 season
Linfield jumps ahead more often, scoring first in 13% of games. Ballymena United trails behind at just 8%.
This gives Linfield a dynamic edge, showing their eager attack over Ballymena's slower start.
Cards statistics
Cards per match
Total cards per match for Linfield and Ballymena United at the tournament Premiership in 2025/2026 season.
Total Cards
Team Cards
Cards Against Team
Linfield keeps things tidy on the pitch, averaging just one card per match, while Ballymena United dives in with a fiercer style at two cards. Ballymena hits over 1.5 cards in 67% of games, compared to Linfield's 50%. This shows Ballymena's aggressive play often leads to more bookings. Fans love how Linfield stays disciplined, but Ballymena's fiery spirit makes every game exciting.
When it comes to team cards, Ballymena racks up over 0.5 in 67% of matches, edging out Linfield's 58%. Cards against the team tell a similar tale, with Ballymena seeing over 1.5 at 46%, against Linfield's 29%. This highlights Ballymena's tougher battles, drawing more referee action and keeping rivals on their toes. Both teams bring passion, but Ballymena's edge adds drama to the league.
Trends
3 / 10 of her last matches Linfield in all competitions ended in defeat
3 / 10 of last matches Linfield in Premiership ended in defeat
1 / 10 of the last matches between the teams ended in a victory Linfield
4 / 10 of last matches in all competitions Ballymena United did not lose
5 / 10 of last matches in Premiership Ballymena United did not lose
5 / 10 of last matches Linfield in all tournaments ended with her victory
4 / 10 of last matches Linfield in Premiership ended with her victory
8 / 10 of last matches between the teams ended in victory Linfield
6 / 10 of her last matches Ballymena United in all competitions ended in defeat
5 / 10 of last matches Ballymena United in Premiership ended in defeat
