Dungannon Swifts vs Ards FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 10 January

Dungannon Swifts
No standing data
1
3-0
Dungannon Swifts
Win Probability 63%
10/01/2026 11:00
Ards FC
No standing data
Northern Ireland Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dungannon Swifts vs Ards FC on 10 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 Dungannon Swifts vs Ards FC preview before placing your bet.

  • Dungannon Swifts will face Ards FC in Northern Ireland Cup on January 10, 2026 at 11:00.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.42.
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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
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11:00

2026-01-10

Dungannon Swifts vs Ards FC - Prediction & Odds

Dungannon Swifts
Dungannon Swifts
Ards FC
Ards FC
2026-01-10 11:00
63
20
17
1
2 - 1
2 - 1
3.00
1.42
FT
3-0 3-0
-
weather
3°C
STANDINGS UP TO 10/01/2026
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Dungannon Swifts and Ards FC in the Northern Ireland Cup football standings for the 2025-2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
08/10/2025 14:45
Ards FC Ards FC
0 - 0
Dungannon Swifts Dungannon Swifts
NIR LC
07/01/2023 11:00
Dungannon Swifts Dungannon Swifts
3 - 1
Ards FC Ards FC
NIR CUP
23/04/2019 14:45
Ards FC Ards FC
1 - 0
Dungannon Swifts Dungannon Swifts
NIR D1
29/12/2018 11:00
Dungannon Swifts Dungannon Swifts
0 - 3
Ards FC Ards FC
NIR D1
03/11/2018 11:00
Ards FC Ards FC
2 - 2
Dungannon Swifts Dungannon Swifts
NIR D1
22/09/2018 10:00
Dungannon Swifts Dungannon Swifts
0 - 0
Ards FC Ards FC
NIR D1
Ards FC
2
33%
Draw
3
50%
Dungannon Swifts
1
17%
Dungannon Swifts Dungannon Swifts Last 6 matches
03/01/2026 11:00
Crusaders 2 - 0 Dungannon Swifts
NIR D1
30/12/2025 15:45
Glenavon Lurgan 0 - 1 Dungannon Swifts
NIR D1
26/12/2025 11:00
Dungannon Swifts 1 - 0 Bangor FC
NIR D1
20/12/2025 11:00
Dungannon Swifts 4 - 2 Portadown
NIR D1
13/12/2025 11:00
Carrick Rangers 3 - 3 Dungannon Swifts
NIR D1
06/12/2025 11:00
Ballymena United 1 - 2 Dungannon Swifts
NIR D1
Win
67%
Draw
17%
Lost
17%
Last 6 matches Ards FC Ards FC
30/12/2025 15:45
Armagh City 0 - 8 Ards FC
NIR CH
26/12/2025 11:00
Ards FC 0 - 0 Warrenpoint Town
NIR CH
20/12/2025 11:00
Dundela 1 - 4 Ards FC
NIR CH
13/12/2025 11:00
Ards FC 3 - 3 Newington
NIR CH
06/12/2025 11:00
Ards FC 1 - 1 Loughgall FC
NIR CH
29/11/2025 11:00
Annagh United 3 - 1 Ards FC
NIR CH
Win
33%
Draw
50%
Lost
17%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Northern Ireland Cup
Played games
Dungannon Swifts
Dungannon Swifts
50
 Ards FC
Ards FC
40
Goals
Scored
59
Avg. per game
1.18
Conceded
88
Avg. per game
1.76
Scored
56
Avg. per game
1.40
Conceded
54
Avg. per game
1.35
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 50 matches
YesNo
32 (64%)18 (36%)
In last 50 matches
NoYes
28 (70%)12 (30%)
Dungannon Swifts

Dungannon Swifts

Recent matches

Ards FC

Ards FC

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)29 11(27%)

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)13 27(67%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)21 19(47%)

/Yes

(42%)19 26(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)20 20(50%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Dungannon Swifts Dungannon Swifts
Ards FC Ards FC
Shots
Dungannon Swifts
Dungannon Swifts
Total shots
8.00 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Ards FC
Ards FC
Total shots
7.23 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Dungannon Swifts Dungannon Swifts Pass Ards FC Ards FC
Total passes
519
Avg. 260 / game
Accurate
63%
Ball possession
50%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
48%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Dungannon Swifts
Dungannon Swifts
4268
Avg. 85.36 / game
 Ards FC
Ards FC
1553
Avg. 38.83 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Dungannon Swifts
Dungannon Swifts
2686
Avg. 53.72 / game
 Ards FC
Ards FC
925
Avg. 23.13 / game
OTHERS
Dungannon Swifts
Dungannon Swifts
50
Played games
Ards FC
Ards FC
40
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.28
14
Clean sheets
11
0.28
4.74
237
Corners
68
1.70
0.84
42
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.20
10
Offsides
24
0.60
0.46
23
GK saves
0
0.00
Dungannon Swifts
Dungannon Swifts
DISCIPLINARY
Ards FC
Ards FC
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.74
87
Yellow card
32
0.80
0.08
4
Red card
4
0.10
0.48
24
Fouls
0
0.00
0.26
13
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Dungannon Swifts vs Ards FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dungannon Swifts vs Ards FC on 10 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 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.

Dungannon Swifts vs Ards FC Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Dungannon Swifts'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 Dungannon Swifts and Ards FC sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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