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

Portadown
LWWLW
12th place in Northern Ireland Premier League
1 - 6
FT
28/01/2023 11:00
Linfield FC
LWWDW
2nd place in Northern Ireland Premier League
Northern Ireland Premier League
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Portadown vs Linfield FC on 28 January 2023 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Portadown vs Linfield FC preview before placing your bet.

  • Portadown will face Linfield FC in Northern Ireland Premier League on January 28, 2023 at 11:00.
  • Portadown are currently 12th with 19 points after 32 matches.
  • Linfield FC sit 2nd with 68 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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
STANDINGS UP TO 28/01/2023
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Larne FC Larne FC
73 33 22 7 4 57 18 39
02 Linfield FC Linfield FC
68 33 21 5 7 70 25 45
03 Cliftonville Cliftonville
66 33 20 6 7 61 41 20
04 Crusaders Crusaders
62 33 18 8 7 65 37 28
05 Glentoran FC Glentoran FC
61 32 19 4 9 63 23 40
06 Coleraine Coleraine
58 33 17 7 9 53 30 23
07 Glenavon Lurgan Glenavon Lurgan
38 32 10 8 14 49 57 -8
08 Carrick Rangers Carrick Rangers
37 33 11 4 18 41 65 -24
09 Ballymena United Ballymena United
32 32 9 5 18 30 48 -18
10 Dungannon Swifts Dungannon Swifts
23 33 7 2 24 22 76 -54
11 Newry City Newry City
20 33 6 2 25 29 69 -40
12 Portadown Portadown
19 32 5 4 23 25 76 -51
Portadown Portadown Last 6 matches
25/07/2026 20:00
Kilbarrack United 0 - 3 Portadown
International Club Friendly
22/07/2026 01:45
HW Welders 0 - 2 Portadown
International Club Friendly
18/07/2026 21:00
Coleraine 3 - 0 Portadown
International Club Friendly
08/07/2026 01:30
Killyleagh Youth 3 - 2 Portadown
International Club Friendly
08/07/2026 01:30
Bourneview Mill 2 - 2 Portadown
International Club Friendly
04/07/2026 21:00
Ballyclare Comrades 0 - 3 Portadown
International Club Friendly
Win
50%
Draw
17%
Lost
33%
Last 6 matches Linfield FC Linfield FC
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
04/07/2026 19:00
Linfield FC 2 - 3 Kilmarnock
International Club Friendly
Win
17%
Draw
17%
Lost
67%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Northern Ireland Premi...
Played games
Portadown
Portadown
38
 Linfield FC
Linfield FC
39
Goals
Scored
32
Avg. per game
0.84
Conceded
86
Avg. per game
2.26
Scored
80
Avg. per game
2.05
Conceded
28
Avg. per game
0.72
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 38 matches
YesNo
19 (50%)19 (50%)
In last 38 matches
NoYes
29 (74%)10 (26%)
Portadown

Portadown

Recent matches

Linfield FC

Linfield FC

Under /Over

(82%)31 7(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(72%)28 11(28%)

Under /Over

(32%)12 26(68%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)12 27(69%)

Under /Over

(55%)21 17(45%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)19 20(51%)

/Yes

(45%)17 21(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(33%)13 26(67%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Portadown Portadown
Linfield FC Linfield FC
Shots
Portadown
Portadown
Total shots
7.21 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Linfield FC
Linfield FC
Total shots
9.39 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Portadown Portadown Pass Linfield FC Linfield FC
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
46%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
54%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Portadown
Portadown
3018
Avg. 79.42 / game
 Linfield FC
Linfield FC
3529
Avg. 90.49 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Portadown
Portadown
1676
Avg. 44.11 / game
 Linfield FC
Linfield FC
2223
Avg. 57.00 / game
OTHERS
Portadown
Portadown
38
Played games
Linfield FC
Linfield FC
39
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.13
5
Clean sheets
22
0.56
3.92
149
Corners
226
5.79
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
0
0.00
2.87
109
GK saves
65
1.67
Portadown
Portadown
DISCIPLINARY
Linfield FC
Linfield FC
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.11
80
Yellow card
60
1.54
0.03
1
Red card
2
0.05
0.00
0
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Portadown vs Linfield FC Prediction

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

Portadown vs Linfield FC Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Portadown's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Linfield FC'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 Portadown and Linfield FC sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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