Crusaders Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 23 February

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Crusaders Reserves
No standing data
12
1-0
23/02/2026 16:00
Ballymena Utd Reserves
No standing data
Northern Ireland Reserve League
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Crusaders Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves on 23 February 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) 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.

  • Crusaders Reserves will face Ballymena Utd Reserves in Northern Ireland Reserve League on February 23, 2026 at 16:00.
  • Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.09.
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Home team Away team
Probability %
1X / 12 / X2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Weather
favorite match
16:00

2026-02-23

Crusaders Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves - Prediction & Odds

Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
2026-02-23 16:00
80%
12
2 - 1
2 - 1
3.75
1.09
FT
1-0
weather
7°C
STANDINGS UP TO 23/02/2026
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Crusaders Reserves and Ballymena Utd Reserves in the Northern Ireland Reserve League football standings for the 2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
28/04/2025 15:00
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
2 - 3
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
NIR Rl
26/08/2024 15:00
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
4 - 0
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
18/03/2024 15:45
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
3 - 0
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
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
Ballymena Utd Reserves
3
50%
Draw
2
33%
Crusaders Reserves
1
17%
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves Last 6 matches
09/02/2026 16:00
Crusaders Reserves 2 - 3 Portadown Reserves
NIR Rl
02/02/2026 15:45
Coleraine Reserves 0 - 4 Crusaders Reserves
NIR Rl
26/01/2026 16:00
Crusaders Reserves 1 - 2 Dungannon Swifts Reserves
NIR Rl
12/01/2026 16:00
Crusaders Reserves 2 - 3 Cliftonville Reserves
NIR Rl
22/12/2025 15:45
Glenavon Reserves 1 - 3 Crusaders Reserves
NIR Rl
15/12/2025 16:00
Crusaders Reserves 1 - 2 Dungannon Swifts Reserves
NIR Rl
Win
33%
Draw
0%
Lost
67%
Last 6 matches Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
16/02/2026 15:45
Linfield Reserves 5 - 0 Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
09/02/2026 15:45
Larne Reserves 0 - 1 Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
12/01/2026 16:00
Coleraine Reserves 3 - 0 Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
01/12/2025 16:00
Cliftonville Reserves 2 - 2 Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
24/11/2025 15:45
Linfield Reserves 4 - 0 Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
19/11/2025 15:45
Portadown Reserves 0 - 2 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
27
 Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
18
Goals
Scored
64
Avg. per game
2.37
Conceded
48
Avg. per game
1.78
Scored
38
Avg. per game
2.11
Conceded
42
Avg. per game
2.33
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 27 matches
YesNo
23 (85%)4 (15%)
In last 27 matches
NoYes
13 (72%)5 (28%)
Crusaders Reserves

Crusaders Reserves

Recent matches

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Under /Over

(93%)25 2(7%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)16 2(11%)

Under /Over

(56%)15 12(44%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(39%)7 11(61%)

Under /Over

(59%)16 11(41%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(72%)13 5(28%)

/Yes

(67%)18 9(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)12 6(33%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
Shots
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
Total shots
11.67 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Total shots
7.73 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Crusaders Reserves Crusaders Reserves Pass Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
51%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
46%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
1454
Avg. 53.85 / game
 Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
696
Avg. 38.67 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
1074
Avg. 39.78 / game
 Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
326
Avg. 18.11 / game
OTHERS
Crusaders Reserves
Crusaders Reserves
27
Played games
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
18
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.19
5
Clean sheets
2
0.11
4.41
119
Corners
28
1.56
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.19
5
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
0.89
24
Yellow card
19
1.06
0.00
0
Red card
1
0.06
0.30
8
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
NEXT MATCHES
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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 23 February 2026 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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