Crusaders Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 March

Crusaders Reserves
DDWWD
No standing data
1
3-0
FT
18/03/2024 15:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves
LDWWL
No standing data
Northern Ireland Reserve League
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Crusaders Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves on 18 March 2024 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Crusaders Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves preview before placing your bet.

  • Our algorithm prediction: Crusaders Reserves to win with probability 57%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Crusaders Reserves, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Ballymena Utd Reserves have no wins, 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 %
1
X
2
Pred HT
Correct
Avg.g
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2024-03-18

Crusaders Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves - Prediction & Odds

Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
2024-03-18 15:45
57
20
23
1
2 - 2
2 - 2
3.75
1.53
FT
3-0
-
weather
STANDINGS UP TO 18/03/2024
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Crusaders 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
23/10/2023 14:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
2 - 2
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
NIR Rl
14/08/2023 15:00
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
2 - 2
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
17/04/2023 15:00
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
1 - 0
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
21/11/2022 15:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
1 - 2
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
NIR Rl
03/10/2022 14:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
0 - 2
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
NIR Rl
09/02/2022 16:00
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
1 - 0
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
Crusaders Reserves
4
67%
Draw
2
33%
Ballymena Utd Reserves
0
0%
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves Last 6 matches
11/03/2024 15:45
Glenavon Reserves 1 - 1 Crusaders Reserves NIR Rl
04/03/2024 15:45
Carrick Rangers Reserves 1 - 1 Crusaders Reserves NIR Rl
26/02/2024 15:45
Crusaders Reserves 5 - 0 Loughgall Reserves NIR Rl
19/02/2024 15:45
Crusaders Reserves 6 - 1 Dungannon Swifts Reserves NIR Rl
12/02/2024 15:45
Glentoran Reserves 1 - 1 Crusaders Reserves NIR Rl
05/02/2024 15:45
Coleraine Reserves 3 - 0 Crusaders Reserves NIR Rl
Win
33%
Draw
50%
Lost
17%
Last 6 matches Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
11/03/2024 15:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves 2 - 3 Linfield Reserves NIR Rl
26/02/2024 16:00
Larne Reserves 2 - 2 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl
19/02/2024 15:40
Ballymena Utd Reserves 2 - 1 Newry City Reserves NIR Rl
12/02/2024 15:45
Loughgall Reserves 2 - 3 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl
29/01/2024 15:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves 1 - 5 Cliftonville Reserves NIR Rl
22/01/2024 15:45
Dungannon Swifts Reserves 3 - 1 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl
Win
33%
Draw
17%
Lost
50%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Northern Ireland Reser...
Played games
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
32
 Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
29
Goals
Scored
82
Avg. per game
2.56
Conceded
42
Avg. per game
1.31
Scored
49
Avg. per game
1.69
Conceded
74
Avg. per game
2.55
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 32 matches
YesNo
27 (84%)5 (16%)
In last 32 matches
NoYes
23 (79%)6 (21%)
Crusaders Reserves

Crusaders Reserves

Recent matches

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Under /Over

(91%)29 3(9%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(93%)27 2(7%)

Under /Over

(41%)13 19(59%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(41%)12 17(59%)

Under /Over

(72%)23 9(28%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(69%)20 9(31%)

/Yes

(50%)16 16(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(76%)22 7(24%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
Shots
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
Total shots
9.81 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Total shots
9.45 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves Pass Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
49%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
45%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
1702
Avg. 53.19 / game
 Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
1546
Avg. 53.31 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
925
Avg. 28.91 / game
 Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
722
Avg. 24.90 / game
OTHERS
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
32
Played games
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
29
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.34
11
Clean sheets
2
0.07
3.78
121
Corners
92
3.17
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
0
0.00
0.00
0
GK saves
0
0.00
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
DISCIPLINARY
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.59
19
Yellow card
24
0.83
0.00
0
Red card
1
0.03
0.00
0
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
NEXT MATCHES
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How We Build the Crusaders Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Crusaders Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves on 18 March 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.

Crusaders Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Crusaders 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 Crusaders Reserves and Ballymena Utd Reserves sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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