Prediction: Ballymena United vs Portadown Betting Tips
Match preview and betting tips for Ballymena United vs Portadown
On September 26, 2026, Ballymena United hosts Portadown in the Northern Ireland Premiership at Ballymena Showgrounds. Clarifying the best bets, the lean favors Ballymena or a draw, with low goal expectations. This prediction page provides key insights, stats, and value picks to inform your betting strategy.
Ballymena United vs Portadown Betting Tips
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match. The match has already kicked off, so tips can no longer be added to a ticket.
Premiership detailed statistics
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 |
Ballymena United
|
9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 11 | 2 | 12 | W W D D L |
| 12 |
Portadown
|
11 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 20 | -12 | 5 | D W L L D |
Ballymena United stats
| MP | W | D | L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Home | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Away | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| CS | BTTS | FTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Portadown stats
| MP | W | D | L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 8 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
| Home | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Away | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| CS | BTTS | FTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Over | Under | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ballymena United
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Portadown
|
Ballymena United
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Portadown
|
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| 0.5 goals | 7 | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| 1.5 goals | 4 | 1 | 4 | 7 |
| 2.5 goals | 1 | 0 | 7 | 8 |
| 3.5 goals | 0 | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| 4.5 goals | 0 | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| Over | Under | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ballymena United
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Portadown
|
Ballymena United
|
Portadown
|
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| 0.5 goals | 6 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| 1.5 goals | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| 2.5 goals | 1 | 4 | 7 | 4 |
| 3.5 goals | 0 | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| 4.5 goals | 0 | 0 | 8 | 8 |
PPG
Per match
Ballymena United
0
Portadown
0
Cards
Per match
Ballymena United
0
Portadown
0
Goals scored
Per match
Ballymena United
0
Portadown
0
Goals conceded
Per match
Ballymena United
0
Portadown
0
Best scoring interval
Ballymena United
0
Portadown
0
Most conceded interval
Ballymena United
0
Portadown
0
Ballymena United cards
Portadown cards
Ballymena United
| Formation | Matches played |
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Match setup
Ballymena United vs Portadown begins at Ballymena Showgrounds on September 26, 2026. Ballymena enters the game with recent mixed form but a solid home record, while Portadown looks to build on their recent away wins despite inconsistent league results. Expect a close, physical contest.
Team news
Ballymena United field a mix of experienced defenders and young midfielders. Notable players like S. Edogun and C. Allen are key for goal creation. Portadown relies heavily on their solid backline, with J. Scott and M. Carson pivotal in defense. Injuries are not reported as impacting key players.
Tactical betting angle
Ballymena United's formation typically emphasizes quick tempo and set-piece opportunities. Portadown counters with a disciplined, counterattacking style, creating chances on quick transitions. Bet on a match with close goal margins and key moments from set pieces.
Game state scenarios
If Ballymena United scores first, the match is likely to open up, but Portadown's recent strong head-to-head performances suggest they can respond. In a tight contest, a late goal from Portadown isn't out of the question, given their recent form and previous wins at Ballymena Showgrounds.