Ballymena United vs Cliftonville: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 25 November

Ballymena United

D W W L L

No standing data

1-4

25/11/2025 15:45

Cliftonville

W W W D W

No standing data

Northern Ireland shield cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Ballymena United vs Cliftonville on 25 November 2025 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Ballymena United vs Cliftonville preview before placing your bet.

Our algorithm prediction: Cliftonville to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Ballymena United and Cliftonville have each won 3 of the last 6 meetings, while 0 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

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Pred

Correct

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Score.

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Weather

15:45

2025-11-25

Ballymena United vs Cliftonville - Prediction & Odds

Ballymena United

Cliftonville

2025-11-25 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 25/11/2025

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Ballymena United and Cliftonville in the Northern Ireland shield cup football standings for the 2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

13/09/2025 10:00

Cliftonville

3 - 2

Ballymena United

NIR D1

05/04/2025 10:00

Cliftonville

5 - 0

Ballymena United

NIR D1

15/03/2025 11:00

Ballymena United

1 - 0

Cliftonville

NIR D1

16/11/2024 11:00

Cliftonville

0 - 1

Ballymena United

NIR D1

21/09/2024 10:00

Ballymena United

3 - 2

Cliftonville

NIR D1

20/01/2024 11:00

Cliftonville

3 - 0

Ballymena United

NIR D1

Ballymena United

50%

Draw

Cliftonville

50%

Ballymena United Last 6 matches

22/11/2025 11:00

Ballymena United 2 - 2 Crusaders NIR D1

08/11/2025 11:00

Bangor FC 2 - 3 Ballymena United NIR D1

04/11/2025 15:45

Ballymena United 3 - 0 Newington NIR LC

01/11/2025 13:30

Ballymena United 0 - 2 Larne FC NIR D1

25/10/2025 10:00

Linfield FC 2 - 1 Ballymena United NIR D1

18/10/2025 10:00

Glentoran FC 2 - 0 Ballymena United NIR D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Cliftonville

22/11/2025 11:00

Cliftonville 1 - 0 Coleraine NIR D1

08/11/2025 11:00

Cliftonville 2 - 0 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

05/11/2025 15:45

Cliftonville 5 - 2 Strabane Athletic NIR LC

02/11/2025 11:00

Cliftonville 0 - 0 Linfield FC NIR D1

25/10/2025 10:00

Carrick Rangers 0 - 1 Cliftonville NIR D1

18/10/2025 10:00

Cliftonville 0 - 2 Larne FC NIR D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Ballymena United

Cliftonville

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.00

Scored

Avg. per game

4.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

0 (0%)2 (100%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

1 (100%)0 (0%)

Ballymena United

Recent matches

Cliftonville

Under /Over

(100%)2 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)1 0(0%)

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(100%)1 0(0%)

/Yes

(50%)1 1(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(100%)1 0(0%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Ballymena United

Cliftonville

Shots

Ballymena United

Total shots

9.50 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Cliftonville

Total shots

10.00 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Ballymena United Pass Cliftonville

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

62%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Ballymena United

Played games

Cliftonville

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.50

Clean sheets

0.00

3.00

Corners

9.00

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.50

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Ballymena United

DISCIPLINARY

Cliftonville

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.00

2.00

0.00

0.00

5.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Ballymena United vs Cliftonville Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Ballymena United vs Cliftonville on 25 November 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Northern Ireland shield cup fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Ballymena United vs Cliftonville Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Ballymena United's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Cliftonville's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Northern Ireland shield cup Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Northern Ireland shield cup standings and the Northern Ireland shield cup form table to understand exactly where Ballymena United and Cliftonville sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Northern Ireland shield cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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