Coleraine vs Crusaders: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Coleraine

W W W D D

6th place in League

0-2

18/01/2025 11:00

Crusaders

W W W L D

5th place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Coleraine vs Crusaders on 18 January 2025 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Coleraine vs Crusaders preview before placing your bet.

Coleraine will face Crusaders in Northern Ireland Premier League on January 18, 2025 at 11:00.
Coleraine are currently 6th with 49 points after 33 matches.
Crusaders sit 5th with 50 points from 33 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.95.

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

11:00

2025-01-18

Coleraine vs Crusaders - Prediction & Odds

Coleraine

Crusaders

2025-01-18 11:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2025

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Linfield FC	76	33	24	4	5	61	23	38
02 Larne FC	54	33	15	9	9	39	28	11
03 Glentoran FC	54	33	15	9	9	40	31	9
04 Dungannon Swifts	50	33	15	5	13	44	40	4
05 Crusaders	50	33	15	5	13	41	43	-2
06 Coleraine	49	33	13	10	10	49	41	8
07 Cliftonville	46	33	13	7	13	44	37	7
08 Portadown	46	33	13	7	13	39	38	1
09 Ballymena United	43	33	13	4	16	40	42	-2
10 Glenavon Lurgan	39	33	10	9	14	35	43	-8
11 Carrick Rangers	27	33	6	9	18	24	48	-24
12 Loughgall FC	18	33	4	6	23	29	71	-42

Champion Additional	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Linfield FC	85	5	3	0	2	8	5	3
02 Larne FC	63	5	2	3	0	7	5	2
03 Glentoran FC	61	5	2	1	2	9	6	3
04 Dungannon Swifts	57	5	2	1	2	7	8	-1
05 Coleraine	55	5	2	0	3	6	9	-3
06 Crusaders	54	5	1	1	3	6	10	-4

Relegation	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Cliftonville	58	5	4	0	1	14	4	10
02 Portadown	56	5	3	1	1	9	7	2
03 Ballymena United	47	5	1	1	3	7	12	-5
04 Glenavon Lurgan	46	5	2	1	2	7	4	3
05 Carrick Rangers	32	5	1	2	2	8	11	-3
06 Loughgall FC	22	5	1	1	3	7	14	-7

Head To Head

24/11/2024 08:30

Coleraine

1 - 2

Crusaders

NIR D1

05/11/2024 15:45

Crusaders

2 - 1

Coleraine

NIR LC

05/10/2024 10:00

Crusaders

2 - 1

Coleraine

NIR D1

06/05/2024 10:00

Crusaders

3 - 2

Coleraine

NIR D1

20/04/2024 10:00

Coleraine

0 - 2

Crusaders

NIR D1

16/03/2024 11:00

Crusaders

1 - 1

Coleraine

NIR D1

Coleraine

50%

Draw

17%

Crusaders

33%

Coleraine Last 6 matches

04/01/2025 11:00

Coleraine 5 - 0 Armagh City

NIR CUP

30/12/2024 15:45

Loughgall FC 1 - 3 Coleraine

NIR D1

26/12/2024 11:00

Coleraine 2 - 2 Ballymena United

NIR D1

14/12/2024 11:00

Linfield FC 3 - 0 Coleraine

NIR D1

30/11/2024 11:00

Glenavon Lurgan 3 - 3 Coleraine

NIR D1

24/11/2024 08:30

Coleraine 1 - 2 Crusaders

NIR D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Crusaders

14/01/2025 15:45

Glentoran FC 2 - 2 Crusaders

NIR LC

11/01/2025 11:00

Crusaders 1 - 5 Dungannon Swifts

NIR D1

07/01/2025 15:45

Crusaders 1 - 3 Larne FC

NIR D1

04/01/2025 10:00

Knockbreda 0 - 3 Crusaders

NIR CUP

30/12/2024 15:45

Carrick Rangers 0 - 0 Crusaders

NIR D1

26/12/2024 11:00

Crusaders 2 - 0 Cliftonville

NIR D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Premi...

Played games

Coleraine

Crusaders

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.48

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.29

Scored

Avg. per game

1.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.80

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 21 home matches

YesNo

16 (76%)5 (24%)

In last 21 home matches

NoYes

16 (80%)4 (20%)

Coleraine

Recent matches

Crusaders

Under /Over

(81%)17 4(19%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(90%)18 2(10%)

Under /Over

(33%)7 14(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(45%)9 11(55%)

Under /Over

(38%)8 13(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(75%)15 5(25%)

/Yes

(52%)11 10(48%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(65%)13 7(35%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Coleraine

Crusaders

Shots

Coleraine

Total shots

4.64 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Crusaders

Total shots

9.06 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Coleraine Pass Crusaders

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Coleraine

Played games

Crusaders

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

0.15

2.05

Corners

4.15

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

0.43

GK saves

1.35

Coleraine

DISCIPLINARY

Crusaders

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.24

2.95

0.14

0.05

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Coleraine vs Crusaders Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Coleraine vs Crusaders on 18 January 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 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.

Coleraine vs Crusaders Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Coleraine's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Crusaders'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 Coleraine and Crusaders sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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