Cliftonville vs Linfield FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 February

Cliftonville

W W L L W

3rd place in League

0-3

20/02/2024 15:45

Linfield FC

D L W W W

2nd place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cliftonville vs Linfield FC on 20 February 2024 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cliftonville vs Linfield FC preview before placing your bet.

Cliftonville will face Linfield FC in Northern Ireland Premier League on February 20, 2024 at 15:45.
Cliftonville are currently 3rd with 70 points after 33 matches.
Linfield FC sit 2nd with 78 points from 33 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.29.

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

2024-02-20

Cliftonville vs Linfield FC - Prediction & Odds

Cliftonville

Linfield FC

2024-02-20 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 20/02/2024

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Larne FC	80	33	24	8	1	69	17	52
02 Linfield FC	78	33	25	3	5	76	35	41
03 Cliftonville	70	33	22	4	7	73	30	43
04 Glentoran FC	56	33	16	8	9	68	37	31
05 Crusaders	55	33	16	7	10	55	36	19
06 Coleraine	41	33	11	8	14	41	57	-16
07 Loughgall FC	39	33	11	6	16	50	59	-9
08 Carrick Rangers	38	33	11	5	17	43	65	-22
09 Glenavon Lurgan	34	33	10	4	19	40	60	-20
10 Dungannon Swifts	32	33	8	8	17	52	67	-15
11 Ballymena United	19	33	5	4	24	20	63	-43
12 Newry City	17	33	4	5	24	22	83	-61

Championship Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Larne FC	90	5	3	1	1	16	4	12
02 Linfield FC	85	5	1	4	0	6	5	1
03 Cliftonville	75	5	1	2	2	7	13	-6
04 Crusaders	64	5	3	0	2	6	7	-1
05 Glentoran FC	60	5	1	1	3	6	6	0
06 Coleraine	46	5	1	2	2	6	12	-6

Relegation Quarter	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Dungannon Swifts	15	5	5	0	0	12	2	10
02 Carrick Rangers	12	5	4	0	1	11	7	4
03 Ballymena United	9	5	3	0	2	9	7	2
04 Loughgall FC	6	5	2	0	3	10	9	1
05 Glenavon Lurgan	3	5	1	0	4	5	10	-5
06 Newry City	0	5	0	0	5	4	16	-12

Head To Head

20/10/2023 14:45

Cliftonville

0 - 1

Linfield FC

NIR D1

22/08/2023 14:45

Linfield FC

2 - 1

Cliftonville

NIR D1

29/04/2023 12:30

Cliftonville

0 - 2

Linfield FC

NIR D1

11/02/2023 11:00

Linfield FC

1 - 0

Cliftonville

NIR D1

10/01/2023 15:45

Cliftonville

1 - 0

Linfield FC

NIR D1

08/11/2022 15:45

Linfield FC

0 - 0

Cliftonville

NIR D1

Cliftonville

50%

Draw

17%

Linfield FC

33%

Cliftonville Last 6 matches

17/02/2024 11:00

Cliftonville 4 - 2 Glenavon Lurgan

NIR D1

10/02/2024 11:00

Cliftonville 4 - 1 Coleraine

NIR D1

06/02/2024 15:45

Glentoran FC 2 - 2 Cliftonville

NIR D1

03/02/2024 11:00

Cliftonville 4 - 0 Loughgall FC

NIR CUP

26/01/2024 15:45

Carrick Rangers 0 - 1 Cliftonville

NIR D1

20/01/2024 11:00

Cliftonville 3 - 0 Ballymena United

NIR D1

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Linfield FC

16/02/2024 15:45

Coleraine 3 - 0 Linfield FC

NIR D1

10/02/2024 11:00

Glenavon Lurgan 2 - 2 Linfield FC

NIR D1

03/02/2024 11:00

Linfield FC 2 - 0 Ballymena United

NIR CUP

27/01/2024 11:00

Linfield FC 1 - 2 Dungannon Swifts

NIR D1

20/01/2024 11:00

Linfield FC 1 - 0 Crusaders

NIR D1

16/01/2024 15:45

Dungannon Swifts 1 - 2 Linfield FC

NIR LC

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Premi...

Played games

Cliftonville

Linfield FC

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.11

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.13

Scored

Avg. per game

2.16

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

34 (89%)4 (11%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

34 (89%)4 (11%)

Cliftonville

Recent matches

Linfield FC

Under /Over

(87%)33 5(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(87%)33 5(13%)

Under /Over

(39%)15 23(61%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)16 22(58%)

Under /Over

(58%)22 16(42%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(61%)23 15(39%)

/Yes

(50%)19 19(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)20 18(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cliftonville

Linfield FC

Shots

Cliftonville

Total shots

9.94 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Linfield FC

Total shots

10.89 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Cliftonville Pass Linfield FC

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cliftonville

Played games

Linfield FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

Clean sheets

0.39

4.11

156

Corners

272

7.16

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

2.03

GK saves

1.92

Cliftonville

DISCIPLINARY

Linfield FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.26

1.87

0.03

0.03

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Cliftonville vs Linfield FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cliftonville vs Linfield FC on 20 February 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 Premier 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.

Cliftonville vs Linfield FC Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Cliftonville's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Linfield 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 Premier 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 Premier League standings and the Northern Ireland Premier League form table to understand exactly where Cliftonville and Linfield 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 Premier League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

Explore More Northern Ireland Premier League Predictions

Find every upcoming Northern Ireland Premier League fixtures and predictions for this matchday, or browse all football predictions for today across every major league on Betiball.com.

View More View Less