Ballymena Utd Reserves vs Crusaders Reserves: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 April

Ballymena Utd Reserves
WWWLL
No standing data
2 - 3
FT
28/04/2025 19:00
Crusaders Reserves
WDWLW
No standing data
Northern Ireland Reserve League
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Ballymena Utd Reserves vs Crusaders Reserves on 28 April 2025 (kick-off: 19:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Ballymena Utd Reserves vs Crusaders Reserves preview before placing your bet.

  • Head-to-head history favors Crusaders Reserves, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Ballymena Utd Reserves have no wins, while 2 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
Probability %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
STANDINGS UP TO 28/04/2025
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Ballymena Utd Reserves and Crusaders Reserves in the Northern Ireland Reserve League football standings for the 2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
26/08/2024 19:00
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
4 - 0
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
18/03/2024 19:45
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
3 - 0
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
23/10/2023 18:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
2 - 2
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
NIR Rl
14/08/2023 19:00
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
2 - 2
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
17/04/2023 19:00
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
1 - 0
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
21/11/2022 19:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
1 - 2
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
NIR Rl
Ballymena Utd Reserves
0
0%
Draw
2
33%
Crusaders Reserves
4
67%
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves Last 6 matches
23/04/2025 18:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves 3 - 1 Loughgall Reserves NIR Rl
16/04/2025 19:00
Portadown Reserves 3 - 6 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl
07/04/2025 18:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves 8 - 1 Loughgall Reserves NIR Rl
31/03/2025 19:00
Cliftonville Reserves 3 - 2 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl
18/03/2025 19:50
Portadown Reserves 3 - 1 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl
24/02/2025 19:40
Linfield Reserves 0 - 0 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl
Win
50%
Draw
17%
Lost
33%
Last 6 matches Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
14/04/2025 19:00
Crusaders Reserves 6 - 0 Portadown Reserves NIR Rl
10/04/2025 19:00
Linfield Reserves 2 - 2 Crusaders Reserves NIR Rl
07/04/2025 19:00
Crusaders Reserves 3 - 1 Glentoran Reserves NIR Rl
26/03/2025 19:45
Portadown Reserves 2 - 0 Crusaders Reserves NIR Rl
03/03/2025 20:00
Crusaders Reserves 3 - 1 Carrick Rangers Reserves NIR Rl
24/02/2025 20:00
Crusaders Reserves 0 - 1 Larne Reserves NIR Rl
Win
50%
Draw
17%
Lost
33%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Northern Ireland Reser...
Played games
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
126
 Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
135
Goals
Scored
222
Avg. per game
1.76
Conceded
297
Avg. per game
2.36
Scored
314
Avg. per game
2.33
Conceded
199
Avg. per game
1.47
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 126 matches
YesNo
96 (76%)30 (24%)
In last 126 matches
NoYes
120 (89%)15 (11%)
Ballymena Utd Reserves

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Recent matches

Crusaders Reserves

Crusaders Reserves

Under /Over

(89%)40 5(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(93%)42 3(7%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

/Yes

(67%)30 15(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)30 15(33%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
Shots
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Total shots
10.35 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
Total shots
12.01 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves Pass Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
49%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
51%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
8748
Avg. 69.43 / game
 Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
9067
Avg. 67.16 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
4404
Avg. 34.95 / game
 Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
5103
Avg. 37.80 / game
OTHERS
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
126
Played games
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
135
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.12
15
Clean sheets
38
0.28
3.58
451
Corners
676
5.01
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
8
0.06
0.00
0
GK saves
0
0.00
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
DISCIPLINARY
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.01
127
Yellow card
128
0.95
0.04
5
Red card
0
0.00
0.00
0
Fouls
8
0.06
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
NEXT MATCHES
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How We Build the Ballymena Utd Reserves vs Crusaders Reserves Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Ballymena Utd Reserves vs Crusaders Reserves on 28 April 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 Reserve League 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 Utd Reserves vs Crusaders Reserves Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Ballymena Utd Reserves's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Crusaders Reserves'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 Reserve League 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 Reserve League standings and the Northern Ireland Reserve League form table to understand exactly where Ballymena Utd Reserves and Crusaders Reserves sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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