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

Linfield FC

W W L W W

1st place in League

2-1

28/01/2025 19:45

Crusaders

W W W L D

5th place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Linfield FC vs Crusaders on 28 January 2025 (kick-off: 19:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Linfield FC vs Crusaders preview before placing your bet.

Linfield FC are currently 1st with 76 points after 33 matches.
Crusaders sit 5th with 50 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Linfield FC to win with probability 64%.
Head-to-head history favors Linfield FC, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Crusaders have one win, 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

19:45

2025-01-28

Linfield FC vs Crusaders - Prediction & Odds

Linfield FC

Crusaders

2025-01-28 19:45

STANDINGS UP TO 28/01/2025

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Linfield FC	76	33	24	4	5	61	23	38
02 Larne FC	54	33	15	9	9	39	28	11
03 Glentoran FC	54	33	15	9	9	40	31	9
04 Dungannon Swifts	50	33	15	5	13	44	40	4
05 Crusaders	50	33	15	5	13	41	43	-2
06 Coleraine	49	33	13	10	10	49	41	8
07 Cliftonville	46	33	13	7	13	44	37	7
08 Portadown	46	33	13	7	13	39	38	1
09 Ballymena United	43	33	13	4	16	40	42	-2
10 Glenavon Lurgan	39	33	10	9	14	35	43	-8
11 Carrick Rangers	27	33	6	9	18	24	48	-24
12 Loughgall FC	18	33	4	6	23	29	71	-42

Champion Additional	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Linfield FC	85	5	3	0	2	8	5	3
02 Larne FC	63	5	2	3	0	7	5	2
03 Glentoran FC	61	5	2	1	2	9	6	3
04 Dungannon Swifts	57	5	2	1	2	7	8	-1
05 Coleraine	55	5	2	0	3	6	9	-3
06 Crusaders	54	5	1	1	3	6	10	-4

Relegation	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Cliftonville	58	5	4	0	1	14	4	10
02 Portadown	56	5	3	1	1	9	7	2
03 Ballymena United	47	5	1	1	3	7	12	-5
04 Glenavon Lurgan	46	5	2	1	2	7	4	3
05 Carrick Rangers	32	5	1	2	2	8	11	-3
06 Loughgall FC	22	5	1	1	3	7	14	-7

Head To Head

12/10/2024 14:00

Crusaders

2 - 3

Linfield FC

NIR D1

08/10/2024 18:45

Crusaders

3 - 2

Linfield FC

NIR SHCUP

12/04/2024 18:45

Crusaders

1 - 2

Linfield FC

NIR D1

20/01/2024 15:00

Linfield FC

1 - 0

Crusaders

NIR D1

02/01/2024 19:45

Crusaders

0 - 1

Linfield FC

NIR D1

26/09/2023 18:45

Linfield FC

2 - 0

Crusaders

NIR D1

Linfield FC

83%

Draw

Crusaders

17%

Linfield FC Last 6 matches

25/01/2025 17:30

Linfield FC 2 - 1 Cliftonville NIR D1

18/01/2025 15:00

Portadown 1 - 3 Linfield FC NIR D1

11/01/2025 15:00

Linfield FC 3 - 0 Carrick Rangers NIR D1

04/01/2025 15:00

Linfield FC 4 - 0 Wellington Rec NIR CUP

26/12/2024 15:00

Glentoran FC 0 - 0 Linfield FC NIR D1

21/12/2024 15:00

Linfield FC 1 - 0 Glenavon Lurgan NIR D1

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Crusaders

25/01/2025 15:00

Crusaders 3 - 2 Portadown NIR D1

18/01/2025 15:00

Coleraine 0 - 2 Crusaders NIR D1

14/01/2025 19:45

Glentoran FC 2 - 2 Crusaders NIR LC

11/01/2025 15:00

Crusaders 1 - 5 Dungannon Swifts NIR D1

07/01/2025 19:45

Crusaders 1 - 3 Larne FC NIR D1

04/01/2025 14:00

Knockbreda 0 - 3 Crusaders NIR CUP

Win

50%

Draw

17%

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

Crusaders

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.95

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.60

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 20 home matches

YesNo

11 (55%)9 (45%)

In last 20 home matches

NoYes

13 (65%)7 (35%)

Linfield FC

Recent matches

Crusaders

Under /Over

(75%)15 5(25%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(90%)18 2(10%)

Under /Over

(20%)4 16(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(45%)9 11(55%)

Under /Over

(50%)10 10(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(75%)15 5(25%)

/Yes

(45%)9 11(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(65%)13 7(35%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Linfield FC

Crusaders

Shots

Linfield FC

Total shots

8.47 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Crusaders

Total shots

9.06 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Linfield FC Pass Crusaders

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Linfield FC

Played games

Crusaders

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.45

Clean sheets

0.15

5.40

108

Corners

4.15

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

1.10

GK saves

1.35

Linfield FC

DISCIPLINARY

Crusaders

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.25

2.95

0.05

0.05

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Linfield FC vs Crusaders Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Linfield FC vs Crusaders on 28 January 2025 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 Crusaders 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 Crusaders'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 Crusaders 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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