Larne vs Linfield prediction, H2H & betting tips - November 16, 2024

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Northern Ireland, Larne, Inver Park
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Joel Cooper

The Northern Ireland Premiership might not attract much attention or boast top-tier clubs, but it still offers intriguing matchups. Here's my prediction for the upcoming clash between Larne and Linfield: who will come out on top this time?

Larne

The reigning champions of Northern Ireland are enduring a disappointing campaign, currently sitting ninth in the league table. While the gap to the league leaders stands at 11 points, Larne has three games in hand, leaving them with a theoretical chance to fight for the title.

In their most recent match, Larne secured a 2–1 home victory against Coleraine, marking their second consecutive win. However, their performance in the UEFA Europa Conference League group stage has been lackluster, with three losses in as many games against relatively modest opposition.

Linfield

The season is shaping up well for Linfield, the defending runners-up. After 15 rounds, they sit atop the table with a five-point cushion over their nearest rivals.

In their last outing, Linfield defeated Ballymena 2–0 at home, scoring both goals late on after their opponents went down to ten men. This victory was their fourth in the past five matches, demonstrating strong form heading into this encounter.

Probable Lineups

  • Larne: Ferguson, Bolger, Wallace, Gallagher, Graham, McEneff, McKendry, O’Neill, Seri, Todd, Thomson.
  • Linfield: Walsh, McGee, Orr, Allen, Archer, Whiteside, Cooper, Mulgrew, Millar, Fitzpatrick, Shields.

Match Facts

  • Larne has played six home games this season, winning three, drawing one, and losing two.
  • Linfield boasts the best away record in the league, with six wins and two draws from eight matches.
  • Betting odds: Home win – 3.05, Draw – 3.1, Away win – 2.3.

Head-to-Head

The teams have already met this season, with Larne pulling off a narrow 1–0 away win in a dull encounter.

Prediction

This match promises to be tight and unpredictable, with either side capable of snatching the win. Neither team is expected to produce a high-scoring affair, and I agree with that sentiment. A single goal could well decide the outcome. My suggestion is to bet on under 2.5 goals.

Prediction on game Total under 2,5
Odds: 1.6
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