Glentoran FC vs Cliftonville: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 March

Glentoran FC

W W W W W

2nd place in League

3-0

18/03/2026 15:45

Cliftonville

W W W L L

5th place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Glentoran FC vs Cliftonville on 18 March 2026 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Glentoran FC vs Cliftonville preview before placing your bet.

Glentoran FC are currently 2nd with 69 points after 33 matches.
Cliftonville sit 5th with 47 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Glentoran FC to win with probability 55%.
Head-to-head history favors Cliftonville, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Glentoran FC have one win, while 3 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

Correct

Avg.g

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Score.

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Weather

15:45

2026-03-18

Glentoran FC vs Cliftonville - Prediction & Odds

Glentoran FC

Cliftonville

2026-03-18 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 18/03/2026

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

24/02/2026 15:45

Cliftonville

0 - 4

Glentoran FC

NIR D1

06/12/2025 11:00

Glentoran FC

2 - 2

Cliftonville

NIR D1

02/12/2025 15:45

Glentoran FC

0 - 0

Cliftonville

NIR LC

07/05/2025 14:45

Glentoran FC

0 - 2

Cliftonville

NIR D1

09/03/2025 11:00

Cliftonville

0 - 0

Glentoran FC

NIR LC

21/02/2025 15:45

Cliftonville

2 - 0

Glentoran FC

NIR D1

Glentoran FC

17%

Draw

50%

Cliftonville

33%

Glentoran FC Last 6 matches

15/03/2026 11:00

Glentoran FC 0 - 0 Linfield FC NIR LC

10/03/2026 15:45

Bangor FC 0 - 4 Glentoran FC NIR D1

06/03/2026 15:45

Glentoran FC 1 - 1 Larne FC NIR CUP

03/03/2026 15:45

Glentoran FC 1 - 0 Carrick Rangers NIR D1

28/02/2026 11:00

Glentoran FC 5 - 1 Crusaders NIR D1

24/02/2026 15:45

Cliftonville 0 - 4 Glentoran FC NIR D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Cliftonville

14/03/2026 11:00

Coleraine 1 - 0 Cliftonville NIR D1

10/03/2026 15:45

Crusaders 0 - 1 Cliftonville NIR D1

07/03/2026 11:00

Loughgall FC 0 - 3 Cliftonville NIR CUP

04/03/2026 15:40

Portadown 0 - 2 Cliftonville NIR D1

01/03/2026 11:00

Cliftonville 2 - 0 Linfield FC NIR D1

24/02/2026 15:45

Cliftonville 0 - 4 Glentoran FC NIR D1

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Premi...

Played games

Glentoran FC

Cliftonville

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.92

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.44

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.56

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

34 (89%)4 (11%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

30 (77%)9 (23%)

Glentoran FC

Recent matches

Cliftonville

Under /Over

(79%)30 8(21%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(77%)30 9(23%)

Under /Over

(37%)14 24(63%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)15 24(62%)

Under /Over

(47%)18 20(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)19 20(51%)

/Yes

(53%)20 18(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(59%)23 16(41%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Glentoran FC

Cliftonville

Shots

Glentoran FC

Total shots

9.08 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Cliftonville

Total shots

7.08 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Glentoran FC Pass Cliftonville

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

56%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Glentoran FC

Played games

Cliftonville

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

Clean sheets

0.26

5.61

213

Corners

187

4.79

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

0.24

GK saves

0.23

Glentoran FC

DISCIPLINARY

Cliftonville

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.58

1.56

0.11

0.13

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Glentoran FC vs Cliftonville Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Glentoran FC vs Cliftonville on 18 March 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.

Glentoran FC vs Cliftonville Form Analysis

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