Crusaders vs Ards FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 06 January

Crusaders
LWLWL
No standing data
1
1-1
Pen. 6-7
06/01/2024 11:00
Ards FC
DLLDL
No standing data
Northern Ireland Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Crusaders vs Ards FC on 06 January 2024 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Crusaders vs Ards FC preview before placing your bet.

  • Our algorithm prediction: Crusaders to win with probability 87%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Crusaders, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Ards FC have no wins, while one match ended in a draw.
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 %
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X
2
Pred
Correct
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favorite match
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2024-01-06

Crusaders vs Ards FC - Prediction & Odds

Crusaders
Crusaders
Ards FC
Ards FC
2024-01-06 11:00
87
8
5
1
3 - 1
3 - 1
3.50
1.07
Pen. FT
1-1 6-7 1-1
-
weather
STANDINGS UP TO 06/01/2024
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Crusaders and Ards FC in the Northern Ireland Cup football standings for the 2024 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
22/08/2020 10:00
Ards FC Ards FC
0 - 1
Crusaders Crusaders
INT CF
29/06/2019 10:00
Crusaders Crusaders
4 - 1
Ards FC Ards FC
INT CF
23/03/2019 11:00
Ards FC Ards FC
2 - 2
Crusaders Crusaders
NIR D1
10/11/2018 11:00
Ards FC Ards FC
0 - 1
Crusaders Crusaders
NIR D1
06/08/2018 14:45
Crusaders Crusaders
4 - 2
Ards FC Ards FC
NIR D1
13/01/2018 11:00
Crusaders Crusaders
1 - 0
Ards FC Ards FC
NIR D1
Crusaders
5
83%
Draw
1
17%
Ards FC
0
0%
Crusaders Crusaders Last 6 matches
02/01/2024 15:45
Crusaders 0 - 1 Linfield FC NIR D1
30/12/2023 11:00
Crusaders 2 - 0 Carrick Rangers NIR D1
26/12/2023 11:00
Cliftonville 2 - 1 Crusaders NIR D1
23/12/2023 11:00
Glenavon Lurgan 1 - 3 Crusaders NIR D1
15/12/2023 15:45
Crusaders 0 - 3 Larne FC NIR D1
08/12/2023 15:45
Carrick Rangers 0 - 1 Crusaders NIR D1
Win
50%
Draw
0%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Ards FC Ards FC
26/12/2023 11:00
Ards FC 2 - 2 Bangor FC NIR CH
22/12/2023 15:45
Institute FC 3 - 2 Ards FC NIR CH
16/12/2023 11:00
Portadown 4 - 2 Ards FC NIR CH
09/12/2023 11:00
Ards FC 2 - 2 Ballinamallard United NIR CH
02/12/2023 11:00
Newington 4 - 1 Ards FC NIR CH
28/11/2023 15:45
Ballyclare Comrades 3 - 0 Ards FC NIR CH
Win
0%
Draw
33%
Lost
67%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Northern Ireland Cup

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

Played games
Crusaders
Crusaders
300
 Ards FC
Ards FC
234
Goals
Scored
302
Avg. per game
1.01
Conceded
219
Avg. per game
0.73
Scored
211
Avg. per game
0.90
Conceded
215
Avg. per game
0.92
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
2 (33%)4 (67%)
In last 300 matches
YesNo
179 (60%)121 (40%)
In last 300 matches
NoYes
129 (55%)105 (45%)
Crusaders

Crusaders

Recent matches

Ards FC

Ards FC

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

/Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Crusaders Crusaders
Ards FC Ards FC
Shots
Crusaders
Crusaders
Total shots
9.68 avg / game
Blocked
1 total
Avg. 0.50
Ards FC
Ards FC
Total shots
9.41 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Crusaders Crusaders Pass Ards FC Ards FC
Total passes
480
Avg. 240 / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
50%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
48%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Crusaders
Crusaders
24882
Avg. 82.94 / game
 Ards FC
Ards FC
11533
Avg. 49.29 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Crusaders
Crusaders
14170
Avg. 47.23 / game
 Ards FC
Ards FC
6510
Avg. 27.82 / game
OTHERS
Crusaders
Crusaders
300
Played games
Ards FC
Ards FC
234
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.31
94
Clean sheets
50
0.21
4.45
1335
Corners
667
2.85
0.05
16
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.08
24
Offsides
30
0.13
0.83
248
GK saves
0
0.00
Crusaders
Crusaders
DISCIPLINARY
Ards FC
Ards FC
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.78
534
Yellow card
199
0.85
0.07
21
Red card
18
0.08
0.42
127
Fouls
40
0.17
0.08
25
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Crusaders vs Ards FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Crusaders vs Ards FC on 06 January 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 Cup 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 vs Ards FC Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Crusaders's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Ards 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 Cup 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 Cup standings and the Northern Ireland Cup form table to understand exactly where Crusaders and Ards FC sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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