Derry City vs Institute FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 January

Derry City
No standing data
1
3-1
FT
28/01/2026 15:45
Institute FC
No standing data
International Club Friendly
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Derry City vs Institute FC on 28 January 2026 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Derry City vs Institute FC preview before placing your bet.

  • Our algorithm prediction: Derry City to win with probability 77%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Derry City, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Institute FC have one win, 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
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2
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2026-01-28

Derry City vs Institute FC - Prediction & Odds

Derry City
Derry City
Institute FC
Institute FC
2026-01-28 15:45
77
14
9
1
3 - 2
3 - 2
4.75
1.12
FT
3-1 2-0
-
weather
6°C
STANDINGS UP TO 28/01/2026
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Derry City and Institute FC in the International Club Friendly football standings for the 2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
28/01/2025 15:45
Institute FC Institute FC
0 - 5
Derry City Derry City
INT CF
31/01/2024 15:45
Institute FC Institute FC
0 - 3
Derry City Derry City
INT CF
06/02/2023 15:50
Derry City Derry City
0 - 0
Institute FC Institute FC
INT CF
06/02/2023 15:45
Derry City Derry City
4 - 0
Institute FC Institute FC
INT CF
25/01/2022 15:30
Derry City Derry City
5 - 0
Institute FC Institute FC
INT CF
28/07/2018 09:00
Derry City Derry City
2 - 4
Institute FC Institute FC
INT CF
Derry City
4
67%
Draw
1
17%
Institute FC
1
17%
Derry City Derry City Last 6 matches
24/01/2026 11:00
Ards FC 0 - 0 Institute FC NIR CH
17/01/2026 11:00
Institute FC 2 - 1 Dundela NIR CH
13/01/2026 15:45
Ballinamallard United 0 - 3 Institute FC NIR CUP
30/12/2025 15:45
Institute FC 3 - 3 Newington NIR CH
26/12/2025 11:00
Limavady United 1 - 0 Institute FC NIR CH
20/12/2025 10:00
Queen's University 2 - 1 Institute FC NIR CH
Win
0%
Draw
100%
Lost
0%
Last 6 matches Institute FC Institute FC
09/01/2026 10:00
Sligo Rovers 1 - 0 Derry City INT CF
01/11/2025 12:30
Cork City 0 - 1 Derry City IRE PR
26/10/2025 11:00
Derry City 2 - 1 Shamrock Rovers IRE PR
17/10/2025 14:45
Waterford United 1 - 2 Derry City IRE PR
05/10/2025 11:00
Derry City 1 - 0 Sligo Rovers IRE PR
26/09/2025 14:45
Drogheda United 1 - 1 Derry City IRE PR
Win
0%
Draw
100%
Lost
0%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues International Club Fri...
Played games
Derry City
Derry City
3
 Institute FC
Institute FC
3
Goals
Scored
4
Avg. per game
1.33
Conceded
2
Avg. per game
0.67
Scored
3
Avg. per game
1.00
Conceded
8
Avg. per game
2.67
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
2 (67%)1 (33%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
3 (100%)0 (0%)
Derry City

Derry City

Recent matches

Institute FC

Institute FC

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)3 0(0%)

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(100%)3 0(0%)

/Yes

(33%)1 2(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(100%)3 0(0%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Derry City Derry City
Institute FC Institute FC
Shots
Derry City
Derry City
Total shots
11.00 avg / game
Blocked
5 total
Avg. 5.00
Institute FC
Institute FC
Total shots
3.00 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Derry City Derry City Pass Institute FC Institute FC
Total passes
341
Avg. 341 / game
Accurate
77%
Ball possession
59%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
38%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Derry City
Derry City
137
Avg. 45.67 / game
 Institute FC
Institute FC
43
Avg. 14.33 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Derry City
Derry City
77
Avg. 25.67 / game
 Institute FC
Institute FC
12
Avg. 4.00 / game
OTHERS
Derry City
Derry City
3
Played games
Institute FC
Institute FC
3
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.33
1
Clean sheets
0
0.00
5.33
16
Corners
5
1.67
6.00
18
Throw-ins
0
0.00
1.00
3
Offsides
2
0.67
1.00
3
GK saves
0
0.00
Derry City
Derry City
DISCIPLINARY
Institute FC
Institute FC
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.33
4
Yellow card
0
0.00
0.00
0
Red card
0
0.00
7.33
22
Fouls
2
0.67
4.67
14
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Derry City vs Institute FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Derry City vs Institute FC on 28 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 International Club Friendly 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.

Derry City vs Institute FC Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Derry City's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Institute 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.

International Club Friendly 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 International Club Friendly standings and the International Club Friendly form table to understand exactly where Derry City and Institute FC sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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