Carrick Rangers Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 December

Carrick Rangers Reserves

L L L L L

No standing data

0-3

16/12/2024 15:45

Ballymena Utd Reserves

L L L W W

No standing data

Northern Ireland Reserve League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Carrick Rangers Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves on 16 December 2024 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Carrick Rangers Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves preview before placing your bet.

Our algorithm prediction: Ballymena Utd Reserves to win with probability 69%.
Head-to-head history favors Carrick Rangers Reserves, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Ballymena Utd Reserves have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

2024-12-16

Carrick Rangers Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves - Prediction & Odds

Carrick Rangers Reserves

Ballymena Utd Reserves

2024-12-16 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 16/12/2024

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Carrick Rangers Reserves and Ballymena Utd Reserves in the Northern Ireland Reserve League football standings for the 2024 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

08/04/2024 14:40

Carrick Rangers Reserves

2 - 2

Ballymena Utd Reserves

NIR Rl

25/03/2024 15:45

Carrick Rangers Reserves

6 - 3

Ballymena Utd Reserves

NIR Rl

18/09/2023 14:45

Ballymena Utd Reserves

2 - 4

Carrick Rangers Reserves

NIR Rl

27/02/2023 15:45

Ballymena Utd Reserves

1 - 4

Carrick Rangers Reserves

NIR Rl

05/12/2022 15:45

Ballymena Utd Reserves

3 - 1

Carrick Rangers Reserves

NIR Rl

26/09/2022 14:45

Carrick Rangers Reserves

3 - 4

Ballymena Utd Reserves

NIR Rl

Carrick Rangers Reserves

50%

Draw

17%

Ballymena Utd Reserves

33%

Carrick Rangers Reserves Last 6 matches

09/12/2024 15:45

Dungannon Swifts Reserves 4 - 1 Carrick Rangers Reserves NIR Rl

02/12/2024 16:00

Crusaders Reserves 5 - 0 Carrick Rangers Reserves NIR Rl

18/11/2024 15:45

Linfield Reserves 7 - 2 Carrick Rangers Reserves NIR Rl

04/11/2024 15:45

Carrick Rangers Reserves 0 - 6 Glentoran Reserves NIR Rl

21/10/2024 15:00

Cliftonville Reserves 3 - 0 Carrick Rangers Reserves NIR Rl

07/10/2024 14:45

Carrick Rangers Reserves 1 - 1 Linfield Reserves NIR Rl

Win

Draw

17%

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Ballymena Utd Reserves

09/12/2024 15:45

Larne Reserves 3 - 1 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl

02/12/2024 15:40

Ballymena Utd Reserves 1 - 3 Cliftonville Reserves NIR Rl

25/11/2024 15:45

Ballymena Utd Reserves 0 - 1 Linfield Reserves NIR Rl

04/11/2024 15:45

Coleraine Reserves 2 - 3 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl

21/10/2024 14:45

Loughgall Reserves 2 - 3 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl

07/10/2024 15:00

Cliftonville Reserves 3 - 2 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

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

Carrick Rangers Reserves

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.37

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.74

Scored

Avg. per game

0.55

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.93

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 27 matches

YesNo

7 (26%)20 (74%)

In last 27 matches

NoYes

9 (31%)20 (69%)

Carrick Rangers Reserves

Recent matches

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Under /Over

(96%)26 1(4%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(93%)27 2(7%)

Under /Over

(41%)11 16(59%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(41%)12 17(59%)

Under /Over

(85%)23 4(15%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(69%)20 9(31%)

/Yes

(59%)16 11(41%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(76%)22 7(24%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Carrick Rangers Reserves

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Shots

Carrick Rangers Reserves

Total shots

11.72 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Total shots

9.45 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Carrick Rangers Reserves Pass Ballymena Utd Reserves

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

45%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Carrick Rangers Reserves

1386

Avg. 51.33 / game

Ballymena Utd Reserves

1546

Avg. 53.31 / game

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Carrick Rangers Reserves

664

Avg. 24.59 / game

Ballymena Utd Reserves

722

Avg. 24.90 / game

OTHERS

Carrick Rangers Reserves

Played games

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.04

Clean sheets

0.07

2.96

Corners

3.17

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Carrick Rangers Reserves

DISCIPLINARY

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.63

0.83

0.00

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 Carrick Rangers Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Carrick Rangers Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves on 16 December 2024 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.

Carrick Rangers Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Carrick Rangers Reserves's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Ballymena Utd 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 Carrick Rangers Reserves and Ballymena Utd Reserves 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 Reserve League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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