Carrick Rangers FC vs Larne FC Prediction: Victory or nothing for Larne

Larne is gearing up to face Carrick Rangers at the Loughshore Hotel arena for their outstanding round 3 game in the Northern Ireland Premiership. Larne has been on a roll, with three back-to-back league victories and a draw in their last league game, and they're slowly climbing up the league ranks. On the other hand, Carrick Rangers has been inconsistent, with only one win in their last 6 league games and a few points shy of the relegation zone. Larne, however, has been unbeaten in their last seven league games, setting the stage for an exciting match on Tuesday. My prediction is that Larne will win this game. Let’s analyze both teams’ forms, key stats, and my expert opinion. 

Carrick Rangers FC (11th)

Form in the League: LDLDD

Carrick Rangers continue to drown in their failures this season and it will continue as they prepare to take on Larne on Tuesday. They are a few points shy of the relegation zone and if all things remain equal they’ll have to fight for a place next season in the relegation playoffs. Their most recent league game against Glenavon ended in a 2-1 defeat. Their overall league statistics are 5 victories, 7 draws, and 12 losses from 24 games. 

Larne FC (6th)

Form in the League: DWWWD

Larne didn't have the best start to the season, but manager Gary Haveron is turning things around. They're getting stronger and stronger, and have not suffered a defeat in their last 6 league games. Andy Ryan got on the scoresheet for the second time in a row in their 1-1 draw against Portadown last week. What's interesting is that Larne has 8 games in hand, and if they can win all of those, they'll be right in the mix for a top 3 finish. 

They are well positioned for another win or draw as they take on Carrick Rangers. They are currently in 6th place in the league table with 10 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses from the 20 games played. They still have 8 outstanding games to play in the league. Andy Ryan leads the team on goals this season with 7 goals to his name this season. 

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at their last 10 encounters produced 6 wins for Larne and 4 draws. 

Expert Betting Tips

Looking at Larne's current form and their past matches against Carrick Rangers, I think they have a good chance of winning this game. I think it’s also important to state that Larne has not lost to Carrick Rangers in their last 16 meetings and with the current bad form of Carrick Rangers, we do not expect any surprises here. I am going for a confident win for Larne. 

Larne's Andy Ryan is in great form having found the net in their last two league games. I think he'll score in this game. Also, I expect a total of over 2.5 goals. 

My first prediction is a win or draw for Larne and a total of over 1.5 goals at 1.70 odds for 1xBet. 

Our second prediction is a total of over 1.5 goals scored for Larne at 2.12 odds at Betway. 

Our third prediction is for Larne to win for 1.90 odds at Bet365.