Larne FC vs Carrick Rangers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 December

Larne FC

L W W D D

2nd place in League

0-0

26/12/2024 11:00

Carrick Rangers

L D W L D

11th place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Larne FC vs Carrick Rangers on 26 December 2024 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Larne FC vs Carrick Rangers preview before placing your bet.

Larne FC will face Carrick Rangers in Northern Ireland Premier League on December 26, 2024 at 11:00.
Larne FC are currently 2nd with 54 points after 33 matches.
Carrick Rangers sit 11th with 27 points from 33 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.44.

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

11:00

2024-12-26

Larne FC vs Carrick Rangers - Prediction & Odds

Larne FC

Carrick Rangers

2024-12-26 11:00

STANDINGS UP TO 26/12/2024

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

26/12/2023 11:00

Carrick Rangers

1 - 2

Larne FC

NIR D1

20/10/2023 14:45

Larne FC

2 - 0

Carrick Rangers

NIR D1

22/09/2023 14:45

Larne FC

4 - 1

Carrick Rangers

NIR D1

25/02/2023 11:00

Carrick Rangers

2 - 3

Larne FC

NIR D1

26/12/2022 13:30

Larne FC

0 - 0

Carrick Rangers

NIR D1

23/09/2022 14:45

Carrick Rangers

0 - 1

Larne FC

NIR D1

Carrick Rangers

33%

Draw

17%

Larne FC

50%

Larne FC Last 6 matches

23/12/2024 15:45

Dungannon Swifts 0 - 1 Larne FC

NIR D1

19/12/2024 16:00

Larne FC 1 - 0 KAA Gent

UEFA ECL

12/12/2024 13:45

Dinamo Minsk 2 - 0 Larne FC

UEFA ECL

04/12/2024 15:45

Annagh United 0 - 5 Larne FC

NIR LC

01/12/2024 10:00

Larne FC 1 - 1 Cliftonville

NIR D1

28/11/2024 16:00

NK Olimpija Ljubljana 1 - 0 Larne FC

UEFA ECL

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Carrick Rangers

14/12/2024 11:00

Carrick Rangers 0 - 0 Loughgall FC

NIR D1

30/11/2024 11:00

Ballymena United 1 - 2 Carrick Rangers

NIR D1

23/11/2024 11:00

Carrick Rangers 0 - 1 Dungannon Swifts

NIR D1

16/11/2024 11:00

Carrick Rangers 3 - 0 Crusaders

NIR D1

09/11/2024 11:00

Portadown 1 - 1 Carrick Rangers

NIR D1

03/11/2024 08:30

Carrick Rangers 1 - 3 Linfield FC

NIR D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Premi...

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Larne FC

Carrick Rangers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.82

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.39

Scored

Avg. per game

0.37

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

22 (58%)16 (42%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

13 (34%)25 (66%)

Larne FC

Recent matches

Carrick Rangers

Under /Over

(66%)25 13(34%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(68%)26 12(32%)

Under /Over

(18%)7 31(82%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(32%)12 26(68%)

Under /Over

(37%)14 24(63%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(45%)17 21(55%)

/Yes

(50%)19 19(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(45%)17 21(55%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Larne FC

Carrick Rangers

Shots

Larne FC

Total shots

5.84 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Carrick Rangers

Total shots

5.13 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Larne FC Pass Carrick Rangers

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Larne FC

Played games

Carrick Rangers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

0.26

3.18

121

Corners

1.89

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

1.37

GK saves

0.97

Larne FC

DISCIPLINARY

Carrick Rangers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.87

1.92

0.05

0.11

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Larne FC vs Carrick Rangers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Larne FC vs Carrick Rangers on 26 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.

Larne FC vs Carrick Rangers Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Larne FC's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Carrick Rangers'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 Larne FC and Carrick Rangers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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