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

Betiball's prediction for Larne FC vs Carrick Rangers on 20 February 2026 (kick-off: 19:45) 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 vs Carrick Rangers: Starting Lineups Time : 20/02/2026 19:45

Larne FC
2 - 3
Finished
Carrick Rangers
90+7' event Dan Bent
77' event Dan Bent / James Simpson
49' event Tiarnan O'Connor
46' event Matthew Lusty / Ronan Doherty
46' event Dylan Sloan / Paul ONeill
46' event Conor McKendry / Andy Ryan
46' event Tiarnan O'Connor / Leroy Millar
event 90+5' Nathan Gartside
event 84' Aidan Steele
event 76' Mickey Place
event 70' Joe Moore / Matthew Olosunde
event 66' Kyle Cherry / Joe Crowe
event 45+2' Paul Heatley
event 42' Joe Crowe
event 21' Danny Gibson
90+7' event Dan Bent
event 90+5' Nathan Gartside
77' event Dan Bent / James Simpson
event 84' Aidan Steele
49' event Tiarnan O'Connor
event 76' Mickey Place
46' event Matthew Lusty / Ronan Doherty
event 70' Joe Moore / Matthew Olosunde
46' event Dylan Sloan / Paul ONeill
event 66' Kyle Cherry / Joe Crowe
46' event Conor McKendry / Andy Ryan
event 45+2' Paul Heatley
46' event Tiarnan O'Connor / Leroy Millar
event 42' Joe Crowe
event 21' Danny Gibson
Larne FC Larne FC
Substitutions
#26 Dan Bent
#36 Dylan Graham
#30 Matthew Lusty
#7 Conor McKendry
#10 Tiarnan O'Connor
#25 Dylan Sloan
#46 Logan Wallace
Larne FC Larne FC Carrick Rangers Carrick Rangers
9Shots5
3Shots on Goal3
5Corner Kick1
0Yellow card3
6Shots off goal2
84Attacks56
72Dangerous attacks38
0Corner Kicks(HT)1
Carrick Rangers Carrick Rangers
Substitutions
#20 Kyle Cherry
#33 Lorcan Donnelly
#23 Reece Glendinning
#30 Caleb Hawthorne
#35 Rakealan Jeffers
#29 Eoghan Mccawl
#40 Joe Moore
Commentary
90+7' Goal! Dan Bent - Larne FC
90+5' Nathan Gartside - Carrick Rangers receive a yellow card
84' Aidan Steele - Carrick Rangers receive a yellow card
77' Larne FC — substitution: Dan Bent / James Simpson
76' Mickey Place - Carrick Rangers receive a yellow card
70' Carrick Rangers — substitution: Joe Moore / Matthew Olosunde
66' Carrick Rangers — substitution: Kyle Cherry / Joe Crowe
49' Goal! Tiarnan O'Connor - Larne FC
46' Larne FC — substitution: Matthew Lusty / Ronan Doherty
46' Larne FC — substitution: Dylan Sloan / Paul ONeill
46' Larne FC — substitution: Conor McKendry / Andy Ryan
46' Larne FC — substitution: Tiarnan O'Connor / Leroy Millar
45+2' Goal! Paul Heatley - Carrick Rangers
42' Goal! Joe Crowe - Carrick Rangers
21' Goal! Danny Gibson - Carrick Rangers

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 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.

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 standings and the 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 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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