Cliftonville vs Carrick Rangers Prediction & Preview
Introduction to the Match
The upcoming Northern Ireland Premiership match between Cliftonville and Carrick Rangers is expected to be an exciting encounter, with Cliftonville seeking to capitalize on their home advantage. Currently 8th in the league, Cliftonville has a superior head-to-head record against Carrick Rangers, winning 4 out of their last 5 encounters.
Team Form and Statistics
Cliftonville's recent form has been impressive, securing 12 points from their last 10 games, with a goal-scoring average of 1.2 goals per game. Their home record is particularly notable, with an average of 1.75 goals per game and conceding only 1 goal per game on average. In contrast, Carrick Rangers have struggled, managing only 3 points in their last 10 games, with a meager 0.4 goals per game average and conceding 2.25 goals per game on the road.
Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record between the two teams favors Cliftonville, with 4 wins out of their last 5 encounters. Their most recent meeting resulted in a convincing 3-0 victory for Cliftonville at Solitude. This historical dominance, combined with their current form, positions Cliftonville as the clear favorites to win.
Over/Under 2.5 Goals Analysis
Analyzing the goal-scoring patterns of both teams, Cliftonville's matches average 2.4 total goals, with 50% of their matches ending with Over 2.5 goals. Carrick Rangers' matches average 1.8 total goals, but 75% of their away matches have ended with Over 2.5 goals. Given these statistics, there is a strong case for backing Over 2.5 goals, especially considering Cliftonville's home form and Carrick Rangers' tendency to concede goals on the road.
Odds and Bet Analysis
The odds for a Cliftonville win are 1.72, reflecting their superior form and head-to-head record. The odds for Over 2.5 goals are 2.1, which seems attractive given the goal-scoring patterns of both teams. The potential payout for Over 2.5 goals is more enticing, especially considering the favorable odds and the possibility of a high-scoring match.
Main Bet: Home @ 1.72 Alternative Bet: Over 2.5 @ 2.1
Note: Form & statistics are taken from their last 10 played games.
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