Linfield FC vs Ballymena United: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 03 February

Linfield FC

L W W W W

No standing data

2-0

03/02/2024 11:00

Ballymena United

L L L W W

No standing data

Northern Ireland Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Linfield FC vs Ballymena United on 03 February 2024 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Linfield FC vs Ballymena United preview before placing your bet.

Our algorithm prediction: Linfield FC to win with probability 77%.
Head-to-head history favors Linfield FC, who have won 6 of the last 6 meetings. Ballymena United have no wins, 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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

11:00

2024-02-03

Linfield FC vs Ballymena United - Prediction & Odds

Linfield FC

Ballymena United

2024-02-03 11:00

STANDINGS UP TO 03/02/2024

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Linfield FC and Ballymena United in the Northern Ireland Cup football standings for the 2024 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

25/11/2023 11:00

Linfield FC

4 - 0

Ballymena United

NIR D1

18/08/2023 14:45

Ballymena United

0 - 1

Linfield FC

NIR D1

21/01/2023 11:00

Linfield FC

3 - 0

Ballymena United

NIR D1

18/11/2022 15:45

Ballymena United

0 - 2

Linfield FC

NIR D1

03/09/2022 10:00

Ballymena United

0 - 4

Linfield FC

NIR D1

08/03/2022 15:45

Ballymena United

0 - 2

Linfield FC

NIR D1

Linfield FC

100%

Draw

Ballymena United

Linfield FC Last 6 matches

27/01/2024 11:00

Linfield FC 1 - 2 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

20/01/2024 11:00

Linfield FC 1 - 0 Crusaders NIR D1

16/01/2024 15:45

Dungannon Swifts 1 - 2 Linfield FC NIR LC

13/01/2024 11:00

Loughgall FC 1 - 2 Linfield FC NIR D1

06/01/2024 11:00

Linfield FC 4 - 2 Warrenpoint Town NIR CUP

02/01/2024 15:45

Crusaders 0 - 1 Linfield FC NIR D1

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Ballymena United

27/01/2024 11:00

Ballymena United 0 - 1 Loughgall FC NIR D1

20/01/2024 11:00

Cliftonville 3 - 0 Ballymena United NIR D1

13/01/2024 11:00

Ballymena United 2 - 4 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

06/01/2024 09:30

Queen's University 0 - 4 Ballymena United NIR CUP

30/12/2023 11:00

Glenavon Lurgan 0 - 1 Ballymena United NIR D1

26/12/2023 11:00

Ballymena United 3 - 1 Coleraine NIR D1

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Cup

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

Played games

Linfield FC

Ballymena United

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.60

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.60

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (80%)1 (20%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

1 (50%)1 (50%)

Linfield FC

Recent matches

Ballymena United

Under /Over

(100%)5 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)2 0(0%)

Under /Over

(20%)1 4(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

Under /Over

(60%)3 2(40%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

/Yes

(80%)4 1(20%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(0%)0 2(100%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Linfield FC

Ballymena United

Shots

Linfield FC

Total shots

12.40 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Ballymena United

Total shots

10.00 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Linfield FC Pass Ballymena United

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

61%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Linfield FC

Played games

Ballymena United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.20

Clean sheets

0.50

7.80

Corners

3.50

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Linfield FC

DISCIPLINARY

Ballymena United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.40

1.50

0.00

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Linfield FC vs Ballymena United Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Linfield FC vs Ballymena United on 03 February 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 Cup 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.

Linfield FC vs Ballymena United Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Linfield FC's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Ballymena United'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 Cup 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 Cup standings and the Northern Ireland Cup form table to understand exactly where Linfield FC and Ballymena United 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 Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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