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On 14 February 2026, at The BetMcLean Oval in Belfast, Glentoran faces Ballymena United in the Northern Ireland Premiership. Glentoran is the favorite, with strong recent form and head-to-head success. Expect a disciplined and strategic battle, with Glentoran likely to secure a home victory. Discover the best odds, predictions, and value bets with TipStrike.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |
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28 | 17 | 5 | 6 | 49 | 28 | 21 | 56 | W L W D W |
| 10 |
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29 | 8 | 5 | 16 | 34 | 44 | -10 | 29 | D L W L L |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 28 | 17 | 5 | 6 |
| Home | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 |
| Away | 16 | 10 | 2 | 4 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 36% | 54% | 11% |
| Home | 25% | 67% | 8% |
| Away | 44% | 44% | 13% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 29 | 8 | 5 | 16 |
| Home | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Away | 16 | 4 | 1 | 11 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 21% | 48% | 31% |
| Home | 31% | 46% | 23% |
| Away | 13% | 50% | 38% |
Glentoran enters this match in excellent recent form, boasting a 71% overall success rate and a strong home record, with 6 wins in 11 home fixtures. Ballymena United's away form is less convincing, with only 3 wins on the road, and recent results show instability. The fixture at The BetMcLean Oval is set to be a key opportunity for Glentoran to extend their winning run.
Both teams approach this fixture with strong squads, though Glentoran's recent impressive form at home, combined with Ballymena's inconsistent away form, suggests an advantage for the hosts. Injuries are minimal, and key players are available, allowing Glentoran to deploy their preferred attacking lineup.
Given the recent form and head-to-head dominance, Glentoran is strongly favored to continue their winning streak against Ballymena United in this upcoming fixture at The BetMcLean Oval. If Glentoran scores first, they are likely to control the game, potentially leading to a decisive victory. Ballymena may struggle to break down Glentoran's disciplined defense, especially if the hosts extend their lead early.
Glentoran's structured defense and efficient attack are likely to be pivotal. Expect a controlled tempo with emphasis on set pieces and disciplined pressing to neutralize Ballymena's midfield creativity. Ballymena may adopt an open approach early but could concede under sustained pressure. The emphasis on home advantage and recent H2H dominance makes Glentoran a strong candidate to control the match.
See below all the main information for this match.
The prediction favors Glentoran to win, based on recent form, head-to-head results, and home advantage.
Glentoran is predicted to win with a likely scoreline of 2-0, supported by their strong home performance and current form.
The match is expected to have more than 1.5 goals, with Glentoran likely to score at least twice.