Coleraine vs Linfield FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 30 December

Coleraine

W D W L W

3rd place in League

3-1

30/12/2025 12:45

Linfield FC

W W D L W

4th place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Coleraine vs Linfield FC on 30 December 2025 (kick-off: 12:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Coleraine vs Linfield FC preview before placing your bet.

Coleraine are currently 3rd with 65 points after 33 matches.
Linfield FC sit 4th with 62 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Coleraine to win with probability 41%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Coleraine and Linfield FC have each won 2 of the last 6 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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

12:45

2025-12-30

Coleraine vs Linfield FC - Prediction & Odds

Coleraine

Linfield FC

2025-12-30 12:45

STANDINGS UP TO 30/12/2025

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Larne FC	73	33	22	7	4	60	22	38
02 Glentoran FC	69	33	21	6	6	63	30	33
03 Coleraine	65	33	20	5	8	62	31	31
04 Linfield FC	62	33	18	8	7	56	24	32
05 Cliftonville	47	33	13	8	12	49	48	1
06 Dungannon Swifts	46	33	15	1	17	40	58	-18
07 Carrick Rangers	43	33	12	7	14	49	51	-2
08 Bangor FC	36	33	10	6	17	38	57	-19
09 Portadown	36	33	11	3	19	36	57	-21
10 Ballymena United	34	33	9	7	17	39	50	-11
11 Crusaders	26	33	7	5	21	38	72	-34
12 Glenavon Lurgan	25	33	8	1	24	33	63	-30

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

01 Larne FC	83	5	3	1	1	13	4	9
02 Coleraine	80	5	5	0	0	21	6	15
03 Glentoran FC	77	5	2	2	1	10	8	2
04 Linfield FC	66	5	1	1	3	5	9	-4
05 Cliftonville	53	5	2	0	3	6	11	-5
06 Dungannon Swifts	46	5	0	0	5	2	19	-17

Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Carrick Rangers	53	5	3	1	1	15	7	8
02 Portadown	44	5	2	2	1	8	9	-1
03 Ballymena United	39	5	1	2	2	7	8	-1
04 Bangor FC	39	5	0	3	2	3	8	-5
05 Crusaders	36	5	3	1	1	10	9	1
06 Glenavon Lurgan	28	5	0	3	2	4	6	-2

Head To Head

08/11/2025 10:30

Linfield FC

1 - 1

Coleraine

NIR D1

28/10/2025 12:45

Coleraine

2 - 2

Linfield FC

NIR D1

26/04/2025 09:30

Coleraine

1 - 0

Linfield FC

NIR D1

22/02/2025 08:00

Linfield FC

0 - 2

Coleraine

NIR D1

14/12/2024 08:00

Linfield FC

3 - 0

Coleraine

NIR D1

28/09/2024 07:00

Coleraine

0 - 3

Linfield FC

NIR D1

Coleraine

33%

Draw

33%

Linfield FC

33%

Coleraine Last 6 matches

26/12/2025 08:00

Ballymena United 2 - 0 Coleraine NIR D1

19/12/2025 12:45

Glentoran FC 2 - 1 Coleraine NIR D1

12/12/2025 12:45

Coleraine 2 - 0 Bangor FC NIR D1

06/12/2025 08:00

Coleraine 3 - 1 Carrick Rangers NIR D1

02/12/2025 12:45

Moyola Park 0 - 2 Coleraine NIR LC

29/11/2025 08:00

Crusaders 0 - 2 Coleraine NIR D1

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Linfield FC

26/12/2025 08:00

Linfield FC 0 - 1 Glentoran FC NIR D1

20/12/2025 08:00

Glenavon Lurgan 2 - 1 Linfield FC NIR D1

13/12/2025 08:00

Linfield FC 4 - 0 Crusaders NIR D1

05/12/2025 12:45

Larne FC 0 - 0 Linfield FC NIR D1

02/12/2025 12:45

Newry City 2 - 3 Linfield FC NIR LC

29/11/2025 08:00

Linfield FC 3 - 1 Carrick Rangers NIR D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Premi...

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

Played games

Coleraine

Linfield FC

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.32

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.45

Scored

Avg. per game

1.03

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.54

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

27 (71%)11 (29%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

22 (56%)17 (44%)

Coleraine

Recent matches

Linfield FC

Under /Over

(87%)33 5(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(72%)28 11(28%)

Under /Over

(45%)17 21(55%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)10 29(74%)

Under /Over

(47%)18 20(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)19 20(51%)

/Yes

(58%)22 16(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(41%)16 23(59%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Coleraine

Linfield FC

Shots

Coleraine

Total shots

9.29 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Linfield FC

Total shots

9.03 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Coleraine Pass Linfield FC

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Coleraine

Played games

Linfield FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.34

Clean sheets

0.41

5.68

216

Corners

247

6.33

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

0.11

GK saves

0.18

Coleraine

DISCIPLINARY

Linfield FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.50

1.54

0.05

0.10

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Coleraine vs Linfield FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Coleraine vs Linfield FC on 30 December 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 Linfield FC 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 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 Coleraine and Linfield FC sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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