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Glentoran - Crusaders prediction
Match predictions
After uncovering the full review for this game, we can confidently say that the Glentoran vs Crusaders prediction is precise. With facts and data-driven analysis, it is clear that the Both team to score - No will be the most successful wager choice for this event.
Coefficients at the time of publication of the forecast 28.02.2026 18:42
Match preview
The upcoming Premiership (Northern Ireland) clash between Glentoran and Crusaders will be taking place on 28.02 at 10:00. Sports bettors can review detailed Glentoran v Crusaders 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 04.11.25 with score 2:1, with Glentoran winning 18, Crusaders winning 26, and 6 games in a draw. So far, the goal difference between the teams is 68-87.
H2H Statistics
Glentoran
Crusaders
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18 wins
6 draws
26 wins
Comparison stat
Get the latest details on the past 10 matches between Glentoran and Crusaders, including the number of wins, draws, losses, goals scored, and goals given up.
Glentoran
Crusaders
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10
Matches
7 - Wins
1 - Draws
2 - Loses
Goal Difference
+14
24
10
Scored
Conceded
-13
13
26
10
Matches
Wins - 2
Draws - 2
Loses - 6
Glentoran review
This season, Glentoran has played 10 times in the Premiership. They have earned 7 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draws at home, with 5 victories. The team is currently in 4 place in the standings. On average, they score 15 and concede 13 goals, making their goal difference +2. When playing at their home stadium, Glentoran usually scores 32.1 goals per game, and 8 of their matches have seen both teams score, which is 80%. It typically takes them 32.1 minutes to score a goal at home.
demonstrates a stable recovery of his performance.
Top scorers are:
Crusaders review
This season, the Crusaders played 10 games in the Premiership tournament, winning 2 away matches and 2, losing 6 and drawing 2 overall. So far, the team has scored 10 goals and conceded 25, with a goal difference of -15. Crusaders is presently in the 11 position in the standings. On average, 25.7 goals are scored in Crusaders away matches, with 6 of these games featuring a goal from each team (which is 60%). Players need about 25.7 minutes of game time to score away.
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Players with the greatest scores is: .
Standings
| # | Team | G | Pts | W | D | L | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |
Glentoran
|
28 | 56 | 17 | 5 | 6 | 49:28 |
| 11 |
Crusaders
|
29 | 25 | 7 | 4 | 18 | 37:63 |
Standings tracker
Glentoran
Crusaders
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2
Position
11
33
Round
33
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Glentoran
DRAW
Crusaders
Will both teams score?
YES
50%
NO
50%
Who will score first?
Glentoran
No goal
34%
Crusaders
Prematch stats
Glentoran
Crusaders
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10
Matches
7 - Wins
1 - Draws
2 - Loses
Goal Difference
+14
24
10
Scored
Conceded
-13
13
26
10
Matches
Wins - 2
Draws - 2
Loses - 6
Glentoran is a powerhouse in action, racking up 17 wins from 28 matches. Crusaders, though, face tough times with just 7 wins in 29 games. This gap shows Glentoran's fierce dominance on the field. They charge ahead while Crusaders struggle to keep up.
In goals, Glentoran shines bright, scoring 14 and conceding only 12. Crusaders score a mere 11 but let in 27, highlighting their defensive slip-ups. Glentoran holds strong, attacks smartly, and leaves Crusaders chasing shadows in every match.
Scored
Full time
1st Half / 2nd Half
Over 0.5
89%
62%
Over 1.5
57%
48%
Over 2.5
11%
14%
Over 3.5
7%
3%
Failed to score
11%
38%
Statistics of Glentoran matches and Crusaders matches within the tournament Premiership.
Glentoran charges onto the pitch with a fierce, goal-hungry spirit, boasting an average of 1.75 goals per match— that's more than Crusaders' steady but less explosive 1.28. In matches with at least one goal, or "over 0.5" as fans call it, Glentoran shines in 89 out of 100 games, dwarfing Crusaders' 62, while their knack for games exceeding 2.5 goals— meaning more than two and a half total— reaches 11, against Crusaders' mere 14. This dynamic edge makes Glentoran a thrilling watch, rarely failing to score just 11 times, unlike Crusaders' disappointing 38 blanks.
Delving deeper, Glentoran's attackers strike early and often, averaging 0.82 goals in the first half and 0.93 in the second, outpacing Crusaders' 0.66 and 0.62 respectively. They light up both halves in 36 games, just ahead of Crusaders' 34, showcasing reliable firepower. Yet, Crusaders fight back with a stubborn resolve, scoring in the second half more frequently, though it lacks Glentoran's consistent punch— a tale of two teams where one roars ahead and the other rallies gamely.
Conceded
Glentoran is +117% Better in terms of Conceded goals.
Full time
1st Half / 2nd Half
Over 0.5
64%
90%
Over 1.5
21%
62%
Over 2.5
11%
31%
Over 3.5
4%
28%
Clean sheets
36%
10%
Statistics of Glentoran matches and Crusaders matches within the tournament Premiership.
Glentoran boasts a tough defense, conceding just one goal per match, while Crusaders leak more with 2.17 goals against them. Glentoran's clean sheets shine at 36 percent overall, far better than Crusaders' mere 10 percent. In the first half, Glentoran keeps things tight with a 71 percent clean sheet rate and only 0.39 goals conceded, against Crusaders' 34 percent and 0.93 goals.
Glentoran's second half defense holds strong at 54 percent clean sheets and 0.61 goals conceded, compared to Crusaders' weaker 31 percent and 1.24 goals. For over goals, Crusaders see more action with 90 percent over 0.5, versus Glentoran's 64 percent, showing Glentoran's solid backline often prevents easy scores. This makes Glentoran the defensive heroes in their league battles.
Goals handicap
Full time
1st Half
2nd Half
Glentoran shows a fierce edge in full-time play, dominating with an 86% chance of covering a +2.5 handicap, compared to Crusaders' mere 55%. This means Glentoran rarely gets beaten badly, while Crusaders often fall short. For a -0.5 handicap, Glentoran's 61% success highlights their winning spirit, against Crusaders' 24%, proving Glentoran is the bolder attacker on the field.
In the first half, Glentoran's 93% for +1.5 handicap underlines their early control, towering over Crusaders' 90%. The second half sees Glentoran at 93% for +1.5, showing relentless drive, while Crusaders lag at 72%. Overall, Glentoran emerges as the more resilient force, outpacing their rivals in key moments.
Goals by Time Period
10 mins
15 mins
Glentoran
10 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
4%
0%
8%
11 - 20 mins
0%
0%
0%
21 - 30 mins
15%
14%
17%
31 - 40 mins
4%
0%
8%
41 - 50 mins
19%
21%
17%
51 - 60 mins
8%
7%
8%
61 - 70 mins
12%
7%
17%
71 - 80 mins
19%
29%
8%
81 - 90+ mins
19%
22%
17%
Crusaders
10 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
13%
9%
15%
11 - 20 mins
3%
0%
4%
21 - 30 mins
11%
18%
7%
31 - 40 mins
11%
18%
11%
41 - 50 mins
13%
27%
11%
51 - 60 mins
11%
18%
7%
61 - 70 mins
5%
0%
7%
71 - 80 mins
11%
0%
15%
81 - 90+ mins
22%
10%
23%
Glentoran
15 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
4%
0%
8%
16 - 30 mins
15%
14%
17%
31 - 45 mins
15%
14%
17%
46 - 60 mins
15%
14%
17%
61 - 75 mins
23%
29%
17%
76 - 90+ mins
28%
29%
24%
Glentoran
15 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
16%
9%
19%
16 - 30 mins
11%
18%
7%
31 - 45 mins
16%
27%
15%
46 - 60 mins
18%
36%
15%
61 - 75 mins
11%
0%
15%
76 - 90+ mins
28%
10%
29%
Glentoran often finds its rhythm later in matches, shining in the final minutes with a fierce push that racks up big percentages around 76-90. They contrast with Crusaders, who explode early like a lightning strike in the first 15 minutes. This dynamic shows Glentoran's patient build-up versus Crusaders' quick bursts, making games thrilling as one team hunts late glory while the other pounces from the start.
In the middle periods, both teams show grit, but Glentoran edges ahead in 61-75 minutes with steady drives that keep fans on edge. Crusaders, though, mix it up with spikes in 46-60, proving their adaptable spirit. These patterns highlight how Glentoran's late surges can turn tides, compared to Crusaders' balanced attacks that keep opponents guessing throughout the match.
Result by half
1st Half
2nd Half
Glentoran roars into the first half like fierce warriors, winning 46% of those battles. Crusaders lag behind with just 34% wins. Glentoran draws 39%, showing steady play, while Crusaders only draw 10%. What a bold start for Glentoran!
In the second half, Glentoran keeps the fight alive, winning 39%. Crusaders slip to 24% wins. Crusaders suffer more losses at 42%, compared to Glentoran's 22%. Glentoran proves resilient throughout the game.
First goal
Statistics on the percentage of matches, where Glentoran and Crusaders scored first in the Premiership of the 2025/2026 season
Glentoran fights hard but scores first just 7% of the time, making early leads tough for them.
Crusaders shine brighter, grabbing that first goal in 14%, giving them an exciting edge over their rivals.
Cards statistics
Cards per match
Total cards per match for Glentoran and Crusaders at the tournament Premiership in 2025/2026 season.
Total Cards
Team Cards
Cards Against Team
Glentoran shows a fiery edge in cards, averaging two per match like Crusaders. They hit over 1.5 cards in 75% of games, topping Crusaders at 66%. For over 2.5, Glentoran reaches 75%, while Crusaders lag at 48%. This means Glentoran's players often clash hard on the pitch, drawing more bookings than their rivals' steady style.
When it comes to team cards, Glentoran exceeds over 1.5 in 57% of matches, beating Crusaders at 48%. Against them, Glentoran faces over 1.5 cards in 71% of games, far ahead of Crusaders' 38%. Overall, Glentoran's aggressive play leads to more yellow and red cards, making their matches intense and full of action compared to Crusaders' calmer approach.
Trends
3 / 10 of the last matches Glentoran in all tournaments ended with its victory in the 1st half
5 / 10 of the last matches Glentoran in Premiership ended with its victory in the 1st half
4 / 10 of the last matches between the teams ended with a victory Glentoran in the 1st half
5 / 10 of the last matches Crusaders in Premiership ended with its defeat in the 1st half
6 / 10 of last matches Glentoran in all tournaments ended with her victory
7 / 10 of last matches Glentoran in Premiership ended with her victory
7 / 10 of last matches between the teams ended in victory Glentoran
6 / 10 of her last matches Crusaders in all competitions ended in defeat
6 / 10 of last matches Crusaders in Premiership ended in defeat
8 / 10 of last matches in all competitions Glentoran did not draw
