Ballymena Utd Reserves vs Newry City Reserves: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 December

Ballymena Utd Reserves

W L W D L

No standing data

1-0

18/12/2023 19:45

Newry City Reserves

L L L L W

No standing data

Northern Ireland Reserve League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Ballymena Utd Reserves vs Newry City Reserves on 18 December 2023 (kick-off: 19:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Ballymena Utd Reserves vs Newry City Reserves preview before placing your bet.

Our algorithm prediction: Ballymena Utd Reserves to win with probability 74%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Ballymena Utd Reserves and Newry City Reserves have each won 1 of the last 4 meetings, 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

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Weather

19:45

2023-12-18

Ballymena Utd Reserves vs Newry City Reserves - Prediction & Odds

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Newry City Reserves

2023-12-18 19:45

STANDINGS UP TO 18/12/2023

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Ballymena Utd Reserves and Newry City Reserves in the Northern Ireland Reserve League football standings for the 2023 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

16/10/2023 18:45

Newry City Reserves

6 - 2

Ballymena Utd Reserves

NIR Rl

20/04/2023 18:45

Ballymena Utd Reserves

1 - 1

Newry City Reserves

NIR Rl

14/11/2022 19:45

Newry City Reserves

1 - 8

Ballymena Utd Reserves

NIR Rl

29/11/2018 19:30

Ballymena Utd Reserves

0 - 0

Newry City Reserves

NIR Rl

Ballymena Utd Reserves

25%

Draw

50%

Newry City Reserves

25%

Ballymena Utd Reserves Last 6 matches

11/12/2023 20:00

Larne Reserves 0 - 1 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl

04/12/2023 19:45

Ballymena Utd Reserves 2 - 3 Linfield Reserves NIR Rl

27/11/2023 19:45

Ballymena Utd Reserves 4 - 0 Glentoran Reserves NIR Rl

06/11/2023 19:45

Dungannon Swifts Reserves 1 - 1 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl

01/11/2023 19:45

Coleraine Reserves 6 - 0 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl

23/10/2023 18:45

Ballymena Utd Reserves 2 - 2 Crusaders Reserves NIR Rl

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Newry City Reserves

04/12/2023 19:45

Glenavon Reserves 3 - 1 Newry City Reserves NIR Rl

27/11/2023 19:45

Newry City Reserves 0 - 5 Dungannon Swifts Reserves NIR Rl

06/11/2023 20:00

Larne Reserves 4 - 0 Newry City Reserves NIR Rl

20/10/2023 18:45

Coleraine Reserves 6 - 0 Newry City Reserves NIR Rl

16/10/2023 18:45

Newry City Reserves 6 - 2 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl

09/10/2023 18:40

Newry City Reserves 0 - 9 Linfield Reserves NIR Rl

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Reser...

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

Played games

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Newry City Reserves

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.60

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.50

Scored

Avg. per game

0.36

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.18

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 30 matches

YesNo

14 (47%)16 (53%)

In last 30 matches

NoYes

6 (27%)16 (73%)

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Recent matches

Newry City Reserves

Under /Over

(83%)25 5(17%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(91%)20 2(9%)

Under /Over

(60%)18 12(40%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(41%)9 13(59%)

Under /Over

(57%)17 13(43%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(73%)16 6(27%)

/Yes

(57%)17 13(43%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(41%)9 13(59%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Newry City Reserves

Shots

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Total shots

10.93 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Newry City Reserves

Total shots

6.40 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Ballymena Utd Reserves Pass Newry City Reserves

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

39%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Ballymena Utd Reserves

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Ballymena Utd Reserves

OTHERS

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Played games

Newry City Reserves

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.10

Clean sheets

0.05

4.10

123

Corners

1.77

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Ballymena Utd Reserves

DISCIPLINARY

Newry City Reserves

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.13

0.86

0.03

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Ballymena Utd Reserves vs Newry City Reserves Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Ballymena Utd Reserves vs Newry City Reserves on 18 December 2023 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 Newry City 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 Newry City 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 Newry City Reserves sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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