Portadown Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 March

Portadown Reserves
LLLDW
No standing data
1
3-1
FT
18/03/2025 15:50
Ballymena Utd Reserves
DLLLL
No standing data
Northern Ireland Reserve League
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Portadown Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves on 18 March 2025 (kick-off: 15:50) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Portadown Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves preview before placing your bet.

  • Our algorithm prediction: Portadown Reserves to win with probability 41%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Ballymena Utd Reserves, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Portadown Reserves have 2 wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.
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2025-03-18

Portadown Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves - Prediction & Odds

Portadown Reserves
Portadown Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
2025-03-18 15:50
41
24
35
1
2 - 2
2 - 2
3.25
2.20
FT
3-1 2-1
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weather
STANDINGS UP TO 18/03/2025
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Portadown Reserves and Ballymena Utd Reserves in the Northern Ireland Reserve League football standings for the 2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
21/02/2023 15:45
Portadown Reserves Portadown Reserves
1 - 0
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
19/12/2022 15:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
3 - 2
Portadown Reserves Portadown Reserves
NIR Rl
17/10/2022 14:45
Portadown Reserves Portadown Reserves
5 - 1
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
16/03/2022 15:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
3 - 1
Portadown Reserves Portadown Reserves
NIR Rl
10/01/2022 15:45
Portadown Reserves Portadown Reserves
2 - 3
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
NIR Rl
20/10/2021 14:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
2 - 0
Portadown Reserves Portadown Reserves
NIR Rl
Portadown Reserves
2
33%
Draw
0
0%
Ballymena Utd Reserves
4
67%
Portadown Reserves Portadown Reserves Last 6 matches
10/03/2025 15:45
Larne Reserves 3 - 2 Portadown Reserves NIR Rl
06/03/2025 16:00
Linfield Reserves 2 - 0 Portadown Reserves NIR Rl
03/03/2025 15:40
Portadown Reserves 1 - 2 Cliftonville Reserves NIR Rl
24/02/2025 15:45
Portadown Reserves 3 - 3 Cliftonville Reserves NIR Rl
03/02/2025 15:45
Portadown Reserves 4 - 1 Dungannon Swifts Reserves NIR Rl
29/01/2025 15:40
Portadown Reserves 3 - 2 Loughgall Reserves NIR Rl
Win
33%
Draw
17%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
24/02/2025 15:40
Linfield Reserves 0 - 0 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl
10/02/2025 15:40
Ballymena Utd Reserves 0 - 2 Carrick Rangers Reserves NIR Rl
27/01/2025 15:45
Glentoran Reserves 2 - 1 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl
20/01/2025 16:00
Glenavon Reserves 4 - 1 Ballymena Utd Reserves NIR Rl
13/01/2025 15:45
Ballymena Utd Reserves 0 - 4 Coleraine Reserves NIR Rl
30/12/2024 11:00
Ballymena Utd Reserves 2 - 1 Dungannon Swifts Reserves NIR Rl
Win
17%
Draw
17%
Lost
67%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Northern Ireland Reser...

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

Played games
Portadown Reserves
Portadown Reserves
28
 Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
18
Goals
Scored
42
Avg. per game
1.50
Conceded
36
Avg. per game
1.29
Scored
30
Avg. per game
1.67
Conceded
28
Avg. per game
1.56
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 28 matches
YesNo
19 (68%)9 (32%)
In last 28 matches
NoYes
11 (61%)7 (39%)
Portadown Reserves

Portadown Reserves

Recent matches

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Ballymena Utd Reserves

Under /Over

(93%)26 2(7%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)16 2(11%)

Under /Over

(46%)13 15(54%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(39%)7 11(61%)

Under /Over

(75%)21 7(25%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(72%)13 5(28%)

/Yes

(68%)19 9(32%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)12 6(33%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Portadown Reserves Portadown Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
Shots
Portadown Reserves
Portadown Reserves
Total shots
9.81 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Total shots
7.73 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Portadown Reserves Portadown Reserves Pass Ballymena Utd Reserves Ballymena Utd Reserves
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
50%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
46%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Portadown Reserves
Portadown Reserves
1813
Avg. 64.75 / game
 Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
696
Avg. 38.67 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Portadown Reserves
Portadown Reserves
1046
Avg. 37.36 / game
 Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
326
Avg. 18.11 / game
OTHERS
Portadown Reserves
Portadown Reserves
28
Played games
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
18
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.11
3
Clean sheets
2
0.11
2.93
82
Corners
28
1.56
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.14
4
Offsides
0
0.00
0.00
0
GK saves
0
0.00
Portadown Reserves
Portadown Reserves
DISCIPLINARY
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Ballymena Utd Reserves
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.79
22
Yellow card
19
1.06
0.00
0
Red card
1
0.06
0.00
0
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
NEXT MATCHES
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NEXT MATCHES
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How We Build the Portadown Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Portadown Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves on 18 March 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 Reserve 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.

Portadown Reserves vs Ballymena Utd Reserves Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Portadown Reserves's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Ballymena Utd Reserves'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 Reserve 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 Reserve League standings and the Northern Ireland Reserve League form table to understand exactly where Portadown Reserves and Ballymena Utd Reserves sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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