Ballymena United vs Larne FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 03 February

Ballymena United

No standing data

1 - 2

FT 1-2

03/02/2026 15:45

Larne FC

No standing data

Northern Ireland Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Ballymena United vs Larne FC on 03 February 2026 (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 Larne FC preview before placing your bet.

Ballymena United will face Larne FC in Northern Ireland Cup on February 3, 2026 at 15:45.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.64.

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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:45

2026-02-03

Ballymena United vs Larne FC - Prediction & Odds

Ballymena United

Larne FC

2026-02-03 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 03/02/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Ballymena United and Larne FC in the Northern Ireland Cup football standings for the 2025-2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

02/12/2025 15:45

Ballymena United

2 - 0

Larne FC

NIR LC

01/11/2025 13:30

Ballymena United

0 - 2

Larne FC

NIR D1

29/08/2025 14:45

Larne FC

2 - 0

Ballymena United

NIR D1

11/03/2025 15:45

Ballymena United

1 - 2

Larne FC

NIR D1

25/01/2025 11:10

Larne FC

2 - 1

Ballymena United

NIR D1

07/09/2024 10:00

Larne FC

0 - 1

Ballymena United

NIR D1

Ballymena United

50%

Draw

Larne FC

50%

Ballymena United Last 6 matches

31/01/2026 11:00

Linfield FC 2 - 1 Ballymena United

NIR D1

28/01/2026 15:45

Linfield FC 1 - 0 Ballymena United

NIR LC

17/01/2026 11:00

Dungannon Swifts 2 - 0 Ballymena United

NIR D1

13/01/2026 15:45

Ballymena United 2 - 2 Cliftonville

NIR D1

30/12/2025 15:45

Bangor FC 2 - 0 Ballymena United

NIR D1

26/12/2025 11:00

Ballymena United 2 - 0 Coleraine

NIR D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Larne FC

31/01/2026 11:00

Crusaders 2 - 4 Larne FC

NIR D1

23/01/2026 15:45

Larne FC 2 - 1 Bangor FC

NIR D1

16/01/2026 15:45

Linfield FC 0 - 0 Larne FC

NIR D1

13/01/2026 15:45

Glentoran FC 1 - 4 Larne FC

NIR D1

02/01/2026 15:45

Larne FC 3 - 0 Coleraine

NIR D1

30/12/2025 15:45

Larne FC 0 - 0 Cliftonville

NIR D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Cup

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

Played games

Ballymena United

Larne FC

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.48

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.78

Scored

Avg. per game

0.67

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.42

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 23 home matches

YesNo

10 (43%)13 (57%)

In last 23 home matches

NoYes

11 (46%)13 (54%)

Ballymena United

Recent matches

Larne FC

Under /Over

(87%)20 3(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)18 6(25%)

Under /Over

(43%)10 13(57%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)8 16(67%)

Under /Over

(43%)10 13(57%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)10 14(58%)

/Yes

(48%)11 12(52%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(38%)9 15(62%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Ballymena United

Larne FC

Shots

Ballymena United

Total shots

7.27 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Larne FC

Total shots

9.30 avg / game

Blocked

2 total

Avg. 2.00

Ballymena United Pass Larne FC

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

—

Avg. 0 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Ballymena United

Played games

Larne FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.35

Clean sheets

0.58

3.83

Corners

116

4.83

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.39

Offsides

0.29

0.30

GK saves

0.38

Ballymena United

DISCIPLINARY

Larne FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.61

1.96

0.04

0.13

0.17

Fouls

1.25

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Ballymena United vs Larne FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Ballymena United vs Larne FC on 03 February 2026 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 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 Larne FC 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 Larne FC'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 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 Cup standings and the Northern Ireland Cup form table to understand exactly where Ballymena United and Larne FC 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 Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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