Crusaders vs Linfield FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 24 January

Crusaders

L L L L L

11th place in League

0-1

24/01/2026 11:00

Linfield FC

W W D L W

4th place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Crusaders vs Linfield FC on 24 January 2026 (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 Linfield FC preview before placing your bet.

Crusaders are currently 11th with 26 points after 33 matches.
Linfield FC sit 4th with 62 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Linfield FC to win with probability 60%.
Head-to-head history favors Linfield FC, who have won 6 of the last 6 meetings. Crusaders have no wins, while 0 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

11:00

2026-01-24

Crusaders vs Linfield FC - Prediction & Odds

Crusaders

Linfield FC

2026-01-24 11:00

STANDINGS UP TO 24/01/2026

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

13/12/2025 11:00

Linfield FC

4 - 0

Crusaders

NIR D1

25/11/2025 15:45

Linfield FC

1 - 0

Crusaders

NIR D1

01/04/2025 14:45

Linfield FC

3 - 1

Crusaders

NIR D1

07/03/2025 15:45

Crusaders

0 - 2

Linfield FC

NIR D1

28/01/2025 15:45

Linfield FC

2 - 1

Crusaders

NIR D1

12/10/2024 10:00

Crusaders

2 - 3

Linfield FC

NIR D1

Crusaders

Draw

Linfield FC

100%

Crusaders Last 6 matches

09/01/2026 15:45

Coleraine 4 - 0 Crusaders NIR CUP

03/01/2026 11:00

Crusaders 2 - 0 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

30/12/2025 15:45

Crusaders 2 - 2 Carrick Rangers NIR D1

26/12/2025 11:00

Cliftonville 1 - 2 Crusaders NIR D1

20/12/2025 11:00

Crusaders 0 - 1 Larne FC NIR D1

13/12/2025 11:00

Linfield FC 4 - 0 Crusaders NIR D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Linfield FC

16/01/2026 15:45

Linfield FC 0 - 0 Larne FC NIR D1

13/01/2026 15:45

Carrick Rangers 0 - 0 Linfield FC NIR D1

10/01/2026 11:00

Linfield FC 1 - 0 Bangor FC NIR CUP

03/01/2026 11:00

Linfield FC 6 - 1 Bangor FC NIR D1

30/12/2025 15:45

Coleraine 3 - 1 Linfield FC NIR D1

26/12/2025 11:00

Linfield FC 0 - 1 Glentoran FC NIR D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Premi...

Played games

Crusaders

Linfield FC

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.37

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.00

Scored

Avg. per game

2.10

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.75

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

11 (58%)8 (42%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

16 (80%)4 (20%)

Crusaders

Recent matches

Linfield FC

Under /Over

(84%)16 3(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)15 5(25%)

Under /Over

(42%)8 11(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(30%)6 14(70%)

Under /Over

(42%)8 11(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(55%)11 9(45%)

/Yes

(47%)9 10(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)8 12(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Crusaders

Linfield FC

Shots

Crusaders

Total shots

7.06 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Linfield FC

Total shots

10.25 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Crusaders Pass Linfield FC

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Crusaders

Played games

Linfield FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.11

Clean sheets

0.45

4.95

Corners

118

5.90

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

0.32

GK saves

0.20

Crusaders

DISCIPLINARY

Linfield FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.26

1.75

0.05

0.10

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Crusaders vs Linfield FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Crusaders vs Linfield FC on 24 January 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 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 Linfield 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 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 Crusaders and Linfield 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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