Dungannon Swifts vs Linfield FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 December

Dungannon Swifts

W W L W D

4th place in League

0-1

17/12/2024 15:45

Linfield FC

W W L W W

1st place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dungannon Swifts vs Linfield FC on 17 December 2024 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Dungannon Swifts vs Linfield FC preview before placing your bet.

Dungannon Swifts are currently 4th with 50 points after 33 matches.
Linfield FC sit 1st with 76 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Linfield FC to win with probability 57%.
Head-to-head history favors Linfield FC, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Dungannon Swifts have one win, 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

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Pred

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Weather

15:45

2024-12-17

Dungannon Swifts vs Linfield FC - Prediction & Odds

Dungannon Swifts

Linfield FC

2024-12-17 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 17/12/2024

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

17/08/2024 10:00

Linfield FC

3 - 1

Dungannon Swifts

NIR D1

27/01/2024 11:00

Linfield FC

1 - 2

Dungannon Swifts

NIR D1

16/01/2024 15:45

Dungannon Swifts

1 - 2

Linfield FC

NIR LC

09/12/2023 11:00

Linfield FC

4 - 3

Dungannon Swifts

NIR D1

12/08/2023 10:00

Dungannon Swifts

2 - 3

Linfield FC

NIR D1

24/03/2023 15:45

Dungannon Swifts

0 - 5

Linfield FC

NIR D1

Dungannon Swifts

17%

Draw

Linfield FC

83%

Dungannon Swifts Last 6 matches

14/12/2024 11:00

Ballymena United 0 - 1 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

03/12/2024 15:45

Crusaders 2 - 2 Dungannon Swifts NIR LC

30/11/2024 11:00

Crusaders 2 - 2 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

23/11/2024 11:00

Carrick Rangers 0 - 1 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

16/11/2024 11:00

Dungannon Swifts 2 - 0 Glenavon Lurgan NIR D1

09/11/2024 11:00

Dungannon Swifts 1 - 4 Cliftonville NIR D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Linfield FC

14/12/2024 11:00

Linfield FC 3 - 0 Coleraine NIR D1

03/12/2024 15:45

Linfield FC 0 - 1 Glentoran FC NIR LC

30/11/2024 11:00

Linfield FC 2 - 1 Portadown NIR D1

22/11/2024 15:45

Glentoran FC 1 - 0 Linfield FC NIR D1

16/11/2024 13:30

Larne FC 0 - 1 Linfield FC NIR D1

09/11/2024 11:00

Linfield FC 2 - 0 Ballymena United NIR D1

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Premi...

Played games

Dungannon Swifts

Linfield FC

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.34

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.26

Scored

Avg. per game

1.82

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.74

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

30 (79%)8 (21%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

32 (84%)6 (16%)

Dungannon Swifts

Recent matches

Linfield FC

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

Under /Over

(42%)16 22(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)18 20(53%)

/Yes

(45%)17 21(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(42%)16 22(58%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Dungannon Swifts

Linfield FC

Shots

Dungannon Swifts

Total shots

7.86 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Linfield FC

Total shots

8.39 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Dungannon Swifts Pass Linfield FC

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Dungannon Swifts

Played games

Linfield FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.34

Clean sheets

0.47

3.16

120

Corners

215

5.66

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

1.66

GK saves

1.11

Dungannon Swifts

DISCIPLINARY

Linfield FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.66

1.50

0.08

0.05

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Dungannon Swifts vs Linfield FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dungannon Swifts vs Linfield FC on 17 December 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 Linfield 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 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 Dungannon Swifts 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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