Crusaders vs Larne FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 15 December

Crusaders

D W W W D

5th place in League

0-3

15/12/2023 19:45

Larne FC

W W W D W

1st place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Crusaders vs Larne FC on 15 December 2023 (kick-off: 19:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Crusaders vs Larne FC preview before placing your bet.

Crusaders are currently 5th with 55 points after 33 matches.
Larne FC sit 1st with 80 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Larne FC to win with probability 41%.
Head-to-head history favors Larne FC, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Crusaders have one win, while 3 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

19:45

2023-12-15

Crusaders vs Larne FC - Prediction & Odds

Crusaders

Larne FC

2023-12-15 19:45

STANDINGS UP TO 15/12/2023

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Larne FC	80	33	24	8	1	69	17	52
02 Linfield FC	78	33	25	3	5	76	35	41
03 Cliftonville	70	33	22	4	7	73	30	43
04 Glentoran FC	56	33	16	8	9	68	37	31
05 Crusaders	55	33	16	7	10	55	36	19
06 Coleraine	41	33	11	8	14	41	57	-16
07 Loughgall FC	39	33	11	6	16	50	59	-9
08 Carrick Rangers	38	33	11	5	17	43	65	-22
09 Glenavon Lurgan	34	33	10	4	19	40	60	-20
10 Dungannon Swifts	32	33	8	8	17	52	67	-15
11 Ballymena United	19	33	5	4	24	20	63	-43
12 Newry City	17	33	4	5	24	22	83	-61

Championship Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Larne FC	90	5	3	1	1	16	4	12
02 Linfield FC	85	5	1	4	0	6	5	1
03 Cliftonville	75	5	1	2	2	7	13	-6
04 Crusaders	64	5	3	0	2	6	7	-1
05 Glentoran FC	60	5	1	1	3	6	6	0
06 Coleraine	46	5	1	2	2	6	12	-6

Relegation Quarter	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Dungannon Swifts	15	5	5	0	0	12	2	10
02 Carrick Rangers	12	5	4	0	1	11	7	4
03 Ballymena United	9	5	3	0	2	9	7	2
04 Loughgall FC	6	5	2	0	3	10	9	1
05 Glenavon Lurgan	3	5	1	0	4	5	10	-5
06 Newry City	0	5	0	0	5	4	16	-12

Head To Head

06/10/2023 18:45

Larne FC

1 - 1

Crusaders

NIR D1

01/07/2023 14:00

Larne FC

0 - 2

Crusaders

INT CF

14/04/2023 18:45

Crusaders

0 - 2

Larne FC

NIR D1

21/01/2023 15:00

Larne FC

0 - 0

Crusaders

NIR D1

04/11/2022 19:45

Larne FC

4 - 1

Crusaders

NIR D1

02/09/2022 18:45

Crusaders

1 - 1

Larne FC

NIR D1

Crusaders

17%

Draw

50%

Larne FC

33%

Crusaders Last 6 matches

08/12/2023 19:45

Carrick Rangers 0 - 1 Crusaders NIR D1

02/12/2023 15:00

Crusaders 1 - 1 Newry City NIR D1

25/11/2023 15:00

Cliftonville 3 - 0 Crusaders NIR D1

11/11/2023 15:00

Loughgall FC 1 - 2 Crusaders NIR D1

07/11/2023 19:45

Portadown 2 - 1 Crusaders NIR LC

04/11/2023 15:00

Crusaders 0 - 2 Coleraine NIR D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Larne FC

08/12/2023 19:45

Larne FC 4 - 1 Glenavon Lurgan NIR D1

05/12/2023 19:45

Larne FC 0 - 0 Linfield FC NIR LC

02/12/2023 15:00

Ballymena United 0 - 0 Larne FC NIR D1

24/11/2023 19:45

Larne FC 2 - 1 Glentoran FC NIR D1

17/11/2023 20:00

Larne FC 2 - 0 Coleraine NIR D1

11/11/2023 17:30

Linfield FC 1 - 2 Larne FC NIR D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Premi...

Played games

Crusaders

Larne FC

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.60

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.15

Scored

Avg. per game

2.95

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.65

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 20 home matches

YesNo

15 (75%)5 (25%)

In last 20 home matches

NoYes

19 (95%)1 (5%)

Crusaders

Recent matches

Larne FC

Under /Over

(90%)18 2(10%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(90%)18 2(10%)

Under /Over

(25%)5 15(75%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)8 12(60%)

Under /Over

(50%)10 10(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)10 10(50%)

/Yes

(45%)9 11(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(45%)9 11(55%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Crusaders

Larne FC

Shots

Crusaders

Total shots

8.80 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Larne FC

Total shots

11.53 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Crusaders Pass Larne FC

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Crusaders

Played games

Larne FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.50

5.45

109

Corners

4.35

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

1.55

GK saves

1.60

Crusaders

DISCIPLINARY

Larne FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.60

1.45

0.10

0.05

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Crusaders vs Larne FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Crusaders vs Larne FC on 15 December 2023 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.

Crusaders vs Larne 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 Larne 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 Crusaders and Larne FC sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Northern Ireland Premier League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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