Larne FC vs Carrick Rangers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 February

Larne FC

L L D W W

1st place in League

2-3

20/02/2026 15:45

Carrick Rangers

D W D L L

7th place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Larne FC vs Carrick Rangers on 20 February 2026 (kick-off: 15:45) 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 are currently 1st with 73 points after 33 matches.
Carrick Rangers sit 7th with 43 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Larne FC to win with probability 67%.
Head-to-head history favors Larne FC, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Carrick Rangers have one win, while 2 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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:45

2026-02-20

Larne FC vs Carrick Rangers - Prediction & Odds

Larne FC

Carrick Rangers

2026-02-20 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 20/02/2026

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

26/12/2025 11:00

Carrick Rangers

1 - 2

Larne FC

NIR D1

18/11/2025 15:45

Carrick Rangers

1 - 1

Larne FC

NIR SHCUP

20/09/2025 10:00

Larne FC

2 - 0

Carrick Rangers

NIR D1

04/03/2025 15:45

Carrick Rangers

1 - 0

Larne FC

NIR D1

04/02/2025 15:45

Carrick Rangers

1 - 2

Larne FC

NIR D1

26/12/2024 11:00

Larne FC

0 - 0

Carrick Rangers

NIR D1

Larne FC

50%

Draw

33%

Carrick Rangers

17%

Larne FC Last 6 matches

14/02/2026 11:00

Portadown 2 - 1 Larne FC NIR D1

10/02/2026 15:45

Larne FC 2 - 2 Glentoran FC NIR D1

07/02/2026 11:00

Warrenpoint Town 0 - 2 Larne FC NIR CUP

03/02/2026 15:45

Ballymena United 1 - 2 Larne FC NIR CUP

31/01/2026 11:00

Crusaders 2 - 4 Larne FC NIR D1

23/01/2026 15:45

Larne FC 2 - 1 Bangor FC NIR D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Carrick Rangers

14/02/2026 11:00

Carrick Rangers 1 - 1 Coleraine NIR D1

10/02/2026 15:45

Carrick Rangers 2 - 1 Glenavon Lurgan NIR D1

07/02/2026 11:00

Carrick Rangers 1 - 1 Coleraine NIR CUP

03/02/2026 15:45

Carrick Rangers 3 - 2 Bangor FC NIR D1

31/01/2026 13:30

Portadown 0 - 3 Carrick Rangers NIR D1

24/01/2026 11:00

Carrick Rangers 5 - 1 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

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

1.05

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.32

Scored

Avg. per game

0.69

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.87

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

21 (55%)17 (45%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

19 (49%)20 (51%)

Larne FC

Recent matches

Carrick Rangers

Under /Over

(79%)30 8(21%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)32 7(18%)

Under /Over

(42%)16 22(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(51%)20 19(49%)

Under /Over

(37%)14 24(63%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)17 22(56%)

/Yes

(39%)15 23(61%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)26 13(33%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Larne FC

Carrick Rangers

Shots

Larne FC

Total shots

8.82 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Carrick Rangers

Total shots

7.29 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Larne FC Pass Carrick Rangers

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Larne FC

Played games

Carrick Rangers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.55

Clean sheets

0.21

4.87

185

Corners

166

4.26

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

0.24

GK saves

0.46

Larne FC

DISCIPLINARY

Carrick Rangers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.92

1.79

0.13

0.13

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 20 February 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.

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

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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