Dungannon Swifts vs Crusaders: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 September

Dungannon Swifts

W W L W D

4th place in League

1-0

17/09/2024 14:45

Crusaders

W W W L D

5th place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dungannon Swifts vs Crusaders on 17 September 2024 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Dungannon Swifts vs Crusaders preview before placing your bet.

Dungannon Swifts are currently 4th with 50 points after 33 matches.
Crusaders sit 5th with 50 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Crusaders to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history favors Crusaders, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Dungannon Swifts 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 %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:45

2024-09-17

Dungannon Swifts vs Crusaders - Prediction & Odds

Dungannon Swifts

Crusaders

2024-09-17 14:45

STANDINGS UP TO 17/09/2024

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Linfield FC	76	33	24	4	5	61	23	38
02 Larne FC	54	33	15	9	9	39	28	11
03 Glentoran FC	54	33	15	9	9	40	31	9
04 Dungannon Swifts	50	33	15	5	13	44	40	4
05 Crusaders	50	33	15	5	13	41	43	-2
06 Coleraine	49	33	13	10	10	49	41	8
07 Cliftonville	46	33	13	7	13	44	37	7
08 Portadown	46	33	13	7	13	39	38	1
09 Ballymena United	43	33	13	4	16	40	42	-2
10 Glenavon Lurgan	39	33	10	9	14	35	43	-8
11 Carrick Rangers	27	33	6	9	18	24	48	-24
12 Loughgall FC	18	33	4	6	23	29	71	-42

Champion Additional	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Linfield FC	85	5	3	0	2	8	5	3
02 Larne FC	63	5	2	3	0	7	5	2
03 Glentoran FC	61	5	2	1	2	9	6	3
04 Dungannon Swifts	57	5	2	1	2	7	8	-1
05 Coleraine	55	5	2	0	3	6	9	-3
06 Crusaders	54	5	1	1	3	6	10	-4

Relegation	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Cliftonville	58	5	4	0	1	14	4	10
02 Portadown	56	5	3	1	1	9	7	2
03 Ballymena United	47	5	1	1	3	7	12	-5
04 Glenavon Lurgan	46	5	2	1	2	7	4	3
05 Carrick Rangers	32	5	1	2	2	8	11	-3
06 Loughgall FC	22	5	1	1	3	7	14	-7

Head To Head

10/02/2024 11:00

Dungannon Swifts

2 - 2

Crusaders

NIR D1

21/10/2023 10:00

Dungannon Swifts

1 - 4

Crusaders

NIR D1

15/08/2023 14:45

Crusaders

2 - 0

Dungannon Swifts

NIR D1

01/04/2023 07:15

Dungannon Swifts

0 - 1

Crusaders

NIR CUP

11/02/2023 11:00

Crusaders

3 - 0

Dungannon Swifts

NIR D1

29/10/2022 10:00

Dungannon Swifts

0 - 2

Crusaders

NIR D1

Dungannon Swifts

Draw

17%

Crusaders

83%

Dungannon Swifts Last 6 matches

13/09/2024 14:45

Portadown 2 - 1 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

07/09/2024 10:00

Dungannon Swifts 1 - 0 Glentoran FC NIR D1

31/08/2024 10:00

Loughgall FC 0 - 2 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

24/08/2024 10:00

Dungannon Swifts 1 - 0 Ballymena United NIR D1

20/08/2024 14:45

Cliftonville 1 - 0 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

17/08/2024 10:00

Linfield FC 3 - 1 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Crusaders

14/09/2024 10:00

Crusaders 0 - 1 Glenavon Lurgan NIR D1

03/09/2024 14:45

Crusaders 6 - 2 Knockbreda NIR SHCUP

31/08/2024 10:00

Crusaders 2 - 1 Carrick Rangers NIR D1

24/08/2024 10:00

Crusaders 1 - 1 Cliftonville NIR D1

20/08/2024 14:45

Ballymena United 0 - 1 Crusaders NIR D1

09/08/2024 14:45

Glentoran FC 0 - 1 Crusaders NIR D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Premi...

Played games

Goals

Scored

432

Avg. per game

1.44

Conceded

524

Avg. per game

1.75

Scored

511

Avg. per game

1.70

Conceded

396

Avg. per game

1.32

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

205 (68%)95 (32%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

231 (77%)69 (23%)

Dungannon Swifts

Recent matches

Crusaders

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)13 32(71%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(44%)20 25(56%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Dungannon Swifts

Crusaders

Shots

Dungannon Swifts

Total shots

8.54 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Crusaders

Total shots

9.74 avg / game

Blocked

1 total

Avg. 0.50

Dungannon Swifts Pass Crusaders

Total passes

519

Avg. 260 / game

Accurate

63%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

480

Avg. 240 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Dungannon Swifts

300

Played games

Crusaders

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.23

Clean sheets

0.32

3.70

1109

Corners

1333

4.44

0.22

Throw-ins

0.05

0.06

Offsides

0.08

1.21

363

GK saves

248

0.83

Dungannon Swifts

DISCIPLINARY

Crusaders

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.55

465

531

1.77

0.08

0.07

0.08

Fouls

127

0.42

0.04

Tackles

0.08

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How We Build the Dungannon Swifts vs Crusaders Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dungannon Swifts vs Crusaders on 17 September 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 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.

Dungannon Swifts vs Crusaders 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 Crusaders'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 Dungannon Swifts and Crusaders sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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