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On February 20, 2026, at Inver Park, Larne faces Carrick Rangers in the Northern Irish Premiership. Larne enters this fixture with a strong recent form, securing multiple wins while Carrick Rangers has had mixed results, particularly away from home. The main lean here is towards a Larne victory or a draw, based on recent performances and head-to-head history. Our predictions favor Larne, with expected goals around 2+ for them and a lower chance for Carrick Rangers to score.
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| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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30 | 19 | 7 | 4 | 53 | 21 | 32 | 64 | D L L D W |
| 6 |
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29 | 11 | 6 | 12 | 45 | 47 | -2 | 39 | W D W W W |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 29 | 19 | 6 | 4 |
| Home | 15 | 10 | 4 | 1 |
| Away | 14 | 9 | 2 | 3 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 52% | 31% | 17% |
| Home | 67% | 20% | 13% |
| Away | 36% | 43% | 21% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 29 | 11 | 6 | 12 |
| Home | 15 | 5 | 3 | 7 |
| Away | 14 | 6 | 3 | 5 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 21% | 62% | 17% |
| Home | 20% | 60% | 20% |
| Away | 21% | 64% | 14% |
Larne enters the match with excellent recent form, winning four of their last five fixtures, including impressive wins at home. Carrick Rangers, while having mixed results, were victorious in their last away game but have a weaker recent trend away from home. Squad fitness looks solid for Larne, with key players like T. Cosgrove and R. Doherty in attacking roles. Carrick Rangers faces some injury doubts in their defense, which could impact their resilience.
Larne's squad remains largely intact, with key attacking players like C. Gallagher and P. O'Neill ready to lead the line. Carrick Rangers has some uncertainties in the defensive backline, with potential doubts over L. McCullough's participation. Strength in depth for Larne in midfield could be decisive, offering control and goal creation throughout the match.
If Larne scores first in the upcoming match at Inver Park, it is likely to set a positive tone for the home team, considering their strong recent form and past head-to-head performances. If the match is level at halftime, Larne’s chances of clinching the win remain high, given their recent 3-0 win and consistent goal-scoring record. As the game progresses, expect Larne to press for a late goal, similar to recent fixtures where late strikes have tipped the result.
Larne’s high pressing and quick tempo will likely dominate possession, especially in the early stages. Their propensity to create chances from set pieces and forced turnovers could lead to early goal opportunities. Carrick Rangers might adopt a more cautious approach, looking to hit on counter-attacks and capitalize on set pieces. The tactical battle favors Larne's aggressive style, suggesting the match could see multiple goals and active play in midfield.
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Larne has been in strong form at home, with recent wins including a 2-0 victory and a 4-0 away game. Carrick Rangers has struggled away but secured a win in their last season match against Larne.
The head-to-head history shows Larne winning most recent encounters, including a 3-2 result at Inver Park, indicating a slight advantage.
Larne's squad features consistent goal scorers, and they have maintained good defensive discipline. Carrick Rangers' defensive uncertainties may be exploited.