Linfield FC vs Carrick Rangers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 February

Linfield FC

L W W D W

2nd place in Northern Ireland Premier League

2 - 0

18/02/2023 11:00

Carrick Rangers

L W L W L

8th place in Northern Ireland Premier League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Linfield FC vs Carrick Rangers on 18 February 2023 (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 Carrick Rangers preview before placing your bet.

Linfield FC will face Carrick Rangers in Northern Ireland Premier League on February 18, 2023 at 11:00.
Linfield FC are currently 2nd with 68 points after 33 matches.
Carrick Rangers sit 8th with 37 points from 33 matches.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 18/02/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Larne FC	73	33	22	7	4	57	18	39
02 Linfield FC	68	33	21	5	7	70	25	45
03 Cliftonville	66	33	20	6	7	61	41	20
04 Crusaders	62	33	18	8	7	65	37	28
05 Glentoran FC	61	32	19	4	9	63	23	40
06 Coleraine	58	33	17	7	9	53	30	23
07 Glenavon Lurgan	38	32	10	8	14	49	57	-8
08 Carrick Rangers	37	33	11	4	18	41	65	-24
09 Ballymena United	32	32	9	5	18	30	48	-18
10 Dungannon Swifts	23	33	7	2	24	22	76	-54
11 Newry City	20	33	6	2	25	29	69	-40
12 Portadown	19	32	5	4	23	25	76	-51

Linfield FC Last 6 matches

29/07/2026 01:30

Dollingstown 1 - 7 Linfield FC

International Club Friendly

25/07/2026 01:45

Limavady United 0 - 1 Linfield FC

International Club Friendly

18/07/2026 21:00

Linfield FC 0 - 2 Doncaster Rovers

International Club Friendly

17/07/2026 01:45

Linfield FC 2 - 2 Nomme JK Kalju

UEFA Conference League

11/07/2026 20:00

Linfield FC 0 - 2 Aberdeen

International Club Friendly

09/07/2026 23:00

Nomme JK Kalju 1 - 0 Linfield FC

UEFA Conference League

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Carrick Rangers

29/07/2026 01:30

Carrick Rangers 1 - 0 Ards FC

International Club Friendly

25/07/2026 01:30

Carrick Rangers 0 - 3 Ballymena United

International Club Friendly

22/07/2026 01:30

Carrick Rangers 5 - 3 Queen's University

International Club Friendly

18/07/2026 20:00

HW Welders 0 - 3 Carrick Rangers

International Club Friendly

07/05/2026 01:45

Dungannon Swifts 3 - 1 Carrick Rangers

Northern Ireland Premier League

25/04/2026 21:00

Glenavon Lurgan 2 - 3 Carrick Rangers

Northern Ireland Premier League

Win

67%

Draw

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

Linfield FC

Carrick Rangers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.23

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.41

Scored

Avg. per game

0.71

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.11

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 39 matches

YesNo

27 (69%)12 (31%)

In last 39 matches

NoYes

21 (55%)17 (45%)

Linfield FC

Recent matches

Carrick Rangers

Under /Over

(72%)28 11(28%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)29 9(24%)

Under /Over

(31%)12 27(69%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)16 22(58%)

Under /Over

(49%)19 20(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(55%)21 17(45%)

/Yes

(33%)13 26(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(45%)17 21(55%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Linfield FC

Carrick Rangers

Shots

Linfield FC

Total shots

9.39 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Carrick Rangers

Total shots

8.33 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Linfield FC Pass Carrick Rangers

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

44%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Linfield FC

Played games

Carrick Rangers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.56

Clean sheets

0.24

5.79

226

Corners

113

2.97

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

1.67

GK saves

2.32

Linfield FC

DISCIPLINARY

Carrick Rangers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.54

1.87

0.05

0.08

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Linfield FC vs Carrick Rangers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Linfield FC vs Carrick Rangers on 18 February 2023 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.

Linfield FC vs Carrick Rangers 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 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 Linfield FC and Carrick Rangers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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