Glentoran vs Dungannon Swifts - 08/02/25

Glentoran vs Dungannon Swifts

Northern Ireland

Premiership

08/02/25 - 15:00
Full Time 96 ' (+3)
1 - 0 (0 - 0)

Pre-match Odds

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Glentoran vs Dungannon Swifts Prediction & Preview

Introduction to the Match

The upcoming fixture between Glentoran and Dungannon Swifts at The Oval in the 28th round of the Northern Ireland Premiership promises to be an exciting encounter. With Glentoran sitting in second place and Dungannon Swifts just a point behind in third, the stakes are high. Glentoran's recent form has been impressive, with 5 wins and 5 draws in their last 10 matches, accumulating 20 points. In contrast, Dungannon Swifts have managed 4 wins, 3 losses, and 3 draws, securing 15 points from their last 10 games.

Head-to-Head and Home Advantage

Historically, Glentoran has had the upper hand in head-to-head matches, with 3 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 encounters. This dominance at home is further underscored by their goal averages, with Glentoran scoring an average of 1.67 goals per game and conceding only 0.67 goals per game in their last 10 home matches. Dungannon Swifts, however, have an impressive away goal-scoring record, averaging 2.2 goals per game on the road, albeit conceding 1.4 goals per game.

Over/Under 2.5 Analysis

When examining the Over/Under 2.5 result, both teams have shown a tendency towards higher-scoring matches. Glentoran averages 1.7 goals per game, while Dungannon Swifts averages 1.6 goals per game over their last 10 matches. The head-to-head record and recent form suggest that Glentoran might have an edge, but the closeness of their league positions indicates that Dungannon Swifts cannot be underestimated. The odds for Over 2.5 and Under 2.5 goals are priced equally at 1.9, indicating a balanced view from the bookmakers.

Bet Analysis

Considering the odds for the 1X2 market, a home win for Glentoran is priced at 1.66, reflecting their favored status due to their strong home record and recent form. The odds of an away win for Dungannon Swifts are 4, and a draw is priced at 3.75. For the Over/Under 2.5 market, the equal odds suggest a genuine uncertainty but also hint at the potential for a higher-scoring match given the teams' goal-scoring averages and recent trends.

Conclusion and Bet Choice

Given Glentoran's strong home record, recent form, and historical advantage over Dungannon Swifts, they appear to have the best chance of winning this fixture. However, considering the goal-scoring averages and the tendency towards higher-scoring matches, especially given Dungannon Swifts' away form, there's a compelling case for Over 2.5 goals.

Main Bet: Home @ 1.66 Alternative Bet: Over 2.5 @ 1.9

Note: Form & statistics are taken from their last 10 played games.

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This preview should be used to help you evaluate the Glentoran vs Dungannon Swifts match, recent team form, goals, statistics and league performance. You should then come to your own decision about what YOU think is a good bet. Always check the facts and never bet money you cannot afford to lose.

Glentoran vs Dungannon Swifts Statistics

75
Dangerous Attacks
42
57
Ball Possession %
43
6
Shots Off Target
4
107
Attacks
83
10
Shots Total
4
2
Injuries
3
84
Ball Safe
85
3
Substitutions
5
6
Corners
1
1
Goals
0
2
Shots On Target
0
1
Yellowcards
0
0
Saves
1
7
Goal Kicks
12
7
Fouls
12
6
Accurate Crosses
0
26
Interceptions
16
16
Dribble Attempts
14
3
Tackles
1
4
Shots Insidebox
1
6
Shots Outsidebox
3
249
Successful Passes
202
2
Shots Blocked
0
18
Total Crosses
5
85
Long Passes
63
39
Throwins
24
1
Offsides
0
71
Successful Passes Percentage
67
352
Passes
301
63
Successful Dribbles Percentage
64
10
Successful Dribbles
9
8
Free Kicks
0

Match Events

24' Dylan Connolly (David Fisher)
46' Nathaniel Ferris (Jordan Jenkins)
Grant Hutchinson (Leonel Alves) 58'
James Knowles (Kealan Dillon) 58'
75' James Douglas (Finley Thorndike)
Tomas Galvin (Bobby Jack Mcaleese) 80'
90' Goal! Daniel Amos 1-0
86' Yellow Card Yellow Card Nathaniel Ferris
Brandon Bermingham (Adam Glenny) 90'
Leon Philip Boyd (Steven Scott) 90'

Glentoran vs Dungannon Swifts - 08/02/25.

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