Linfield FC vs Ballymena United: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 January

Linfield FC
No standing data
1
1-0
Linfield FC
Win Probability 66%
28/01/2026 15:45
Ballymena United
No standing data
Northern Ireland League Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Linfield FC vs Ballymena United on 28 January 2026 (kick-off: 15:45) 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.

  • Linfield FC will face Ballymena United in Northern Ireland League Cup on January 28, 2026 at 15:45.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.36.
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Home team Away team
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2
Pred
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2026-01-28

Linfield FC vs Ballymena United - Prediction & Odds

Linfield FC
Linfield FC
Ballymena United
Ballymena United
2026-01-28 15:45
66
20
14
1
2 - 1
2 - 1
2.75
1.36
FT
1-0 1-0
-
weather
6°C
STANDINGS UP TO 28/01/2026
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Linfield FC and Ballymena United in the Northern Ireland League Cup football standings for the 2025-2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
25/10/2025 10:00
Linfield FC Linfield FC
2 - 1
Ballymena United Ballymena United
NIR D1
16/09/2025 14:45
Ballymena United Ballymena United
1 - 0
Linfield FC Linfield FC
NIR D1
07/02/2025 15:45
Ballymena United Ballymena United
2 - 2
Linfield FC Linfield FC
NIR D1
09/11/2024 11:00
Linfield FC Linfield FC
2 - 0
Ballymena United Ballymena United
NIR D1
10/08/2024 10:00
Ballymena United Ballymena United
0 - 2
Linfield FC Linfield FC
NIR D1
24/02/2024 11:00
Linfield FC Linfield FC
2 - 0
Ballymena United Ballymena United
NIR D1
Linfield FC
4
67%
Draw
1
17%
Ballymena United
1
17%
Linfield FC Linfield FC Last 6 matches
24/01/2026 11:00
Crusaders 0 - 1 Linfield FC
NIR D1
16/01/2026 15:45
Linfield FC 0 - 0 Larne FC
NIR D1
13/01/2026 15:45
Carrick Rangers 0 - 0 Linfield FC
NIR D1
10/01/2026 11:00
Linfield FC 1 - 0 Bangor FC
NIR CUP
03/01/2026 11:00
Linfield FC 6 - 1 Bangor FC
NIR D1
30/12/2025 15:45
Coleraine 3 - 1 Linfield FC
NIR D1
Win
50%
Draw
33%
Lost
17%
Last 6 matches Ballymena United Ballymena United
17/01/2026 11:00
Dungannon Swifts 2 - 0 Ballymena United
NIR D1
13/01/2026 15:45
Ballymena United 2 - 2 Cliftonville
NIR D1
30/12/2025 15:45
Bangor FC 2 - 0 Ballymena United
NIR D1
26/12/2025 11:00
Ballymena United 2 - 0 Coleraine
NIR D1
20/12/2025 11:00
Ballymena United 1 - 1 Carrick Rangers
NIR D1
13/12/2025 11:00
Portadown 1 - 0 Ballymena United
NIR D1
Win
17%
Draw
33%
Lost
50%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Northern Ireland Leagu...
Played games
Linfield FC
Linfield FC
54
 Ballymena United
Ballymena United
43
Goals
Scored
81
Avg. per game
1.50
Conceded
49
Avg. per game
0.91
Scored
53
Avg. per game
1.23
Conceded
61
Avg. per game
1.42
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 54 matches
YesNo
38 (70%)16 (30%)
In last 54 matches
NoYes
31 (72%)12 (28%)
Linfield FC

Linfield FC

Recent matches

Ballymena United

Ballymena United

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(86%)37 6(14%)

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(37%)16 27(63%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)20 23(53%)

/Yes

(40%)18 27(60%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)22 21(49%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Linfield FC Linfield FC
Ballymena United Ballymena United
Shots
Linfield FC
Linfield FC
Total shots
9.17 avg / game
Blocked
3 total
Avg. 1.50
Ballymena United
Ballymena United
Total shots
6.38 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Linfield FC Linfield FC Pass Ballymena United Ballymena United
Total passes
4
Avg. 1 / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
54%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
49%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Linfield FC
Linfield FC
4687
Avg. 86.80 / game
 Ballymena United
Ballymena United
3598
Avg. 83.67 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Linfield FC
Linfield FC
3138
Avg. 58.11 / game
 Ballymena United
Ballymena United
1997
Avg. 46.44 / game
OTHERS
Linfield FC
Linfield FC
54
Played games
Ballymena United
Ballymena United
43
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.43
23
Clean sheets
10
0.23
6.02
325
Corners
157
3.65
0.39
21
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.31
17
Offsides
9
0.21
0.54
29
GK saves
16
0.37
Linfield FC
Linfield FC
DISCIPLINARY
Ballymena United
Ballymena United
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.44
78
Yellow card
83
1.93
0.11
6
Red card
3
0.07
1.20
65
Fouls
4
0.09
0.00
0
Tackles
0
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 28 January 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 League 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 League 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 League Cup standings and the Northern Ireland League 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 League Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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