Linfield FC vs Dungannon Swifts: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 August

Linfield FC

W W L W W

1st place in League

3-1

17/08/2024 10:00

Dungannon Swifts

W W L W D

4th place in League

Northern Ireland Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Linfield FC vs Dungannon Swifts on 17 August 2024 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Linfield FC vs Dungannon Swifts preview before placing your bet.

Linfield FC are currently 1st with 76 points after 33 matches.
Dungannon Swifts sit 4th with 50 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Linfield FC to win with probability 65%.
Head-to-head history favors Linfield FC, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Dungannon Swifts 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

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Pred

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Weather

10:00

2024-08-17

Linfield FC vs Dungannon Swifts - Prediction & Odds

Linfield FC

Dungannon Swifts

2024-08-17 10:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/08/2024

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

27/01/2024 11:00

Linfield FC

1 - 2

Dungannon Swifts

NIR D1

16/01/2024 15:45

Dungannon Swifts

1 - 2

Linfield FC

NIR LC

09/12/2023 11:00

Linfield FC

4 - 3

Dungannon Swifts

NIR D1

12/08/2023 10:00

Dungannon Swifts

2 - 3

Linfield FC

NIR D1

24/03/2023 15:45

Dungannon Swifts

0 - 5

Linfield FC

NIR D1

17/12/2022 11:00

Linfield FC

4 - 0

Dungannon Swifts

NIR D1

Linfield FC

83%

Draw

Dungannon Swifts

17%

Linfield FC Last 6 matches

05/08/2024 14:30

HW Welders 0 - 9 Linfield FC INT CF

27/07/2024 10:00

Dundela 0 - 4 Linfield FC INT CF

20/07/2024 10:00

Ballyclare Comrades 1 - 1 Linfield FC INT CF

18/07/2024 14:45

Linfield FC 3 - 2 Stjarnan Gardabaer UEFA ECL

13/07/2024 09:00

Bangor FC 1 - 4 Linfield FC INT CF

11/07/2024 15:00

Stjarnan Gardabaer 2 - 0 Linfield FC UEFA ECL

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Dungannon Swifts

03/08/2024 10:05

Dungannon Swifts 3 - 0 Annagh United INT CF

27/07/2024 10:00

Institute FC 3 - 3 Dungannon Swifts INT CF

23/07/2024 14:20

Newry City 0 - 4 Dungannon Swifts INT CF

20/07/2024 10:00

Dungannon Swifts 3 - 1 Ballinamallard United INT CF

20/07/2024 07:00

Dungannon Swifts 7 - 2 Newington INT CF

13/07/2024 09:00

Armagh City 1 - 3 Dungannon Swifts INT CF

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Northern Ireland Premi...

Played games

Linfield FC

Dungannon Swifts

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.82

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.74

Scored

Avg. per game

1.34

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.26

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

32 (84%)6 (16%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

30 (79%)8 (21%)

Linfield FC

Recent matches

Dungannon Swifts

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

Under /Over

(47%)18 20(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)16 22(58%)

/Yes

(42%)16 22(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(45%)17 21(55%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Linfield FC

Dungannon Swifts

Shots

Linfield FC

Total shots

8.39 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Dungannon Swifts

Total shots

7.86 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Linfield FC Pass Dungannon Swifts

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Linfield FC

Played games

Dungannon Swifts

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.47

Clean sheets

0.34

5.66

215

Corners

120

3.16

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

1.11

GK saves

1.66

Linfield FC

DISCIPLINARY

Dungannon Swifts

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.50

1.66

0.05

0.08

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Linfield FC vs Dungannon Swifts Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Linfield FC vs Dungannon Swifts on 17 August 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 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 Dungannon Swifts 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 Dungannon Swifts'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 Dungannon Swifts sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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