Cliftonville FC vs Glenavon FC Prediction: Solitude will erupt in victory as Cliftonville kickstarts their league campaign

The Northern Ireland Premier League Championship continues on Saturday, and Cliftonville will square off against Glenavon at the Solitude. Glenavon lost their first game of the season to Glentoran but Cliftonville had their game postponed. We are in for a very entertaining game which will most likely end in favor of Cliftonville. Please see the carefully prepared tips for you.

Cliftonville showcased an impressive campaign during the previous season, securing a commendable 4th position in the league standings. In preparation for the upcoming season, they have bolstered their squad with a notable influx of new players. With their sights set on the new season, Cliftonville's proactive approach promises to deliver a captivating and enthralling performance.

Form: W

The previous season posed significant challenges for Glenavon, as they maneuvered through a rigorous journey marked by the need to compete in the relegation playoff zone to secure their position in the premier division. However, their new season's commencement took an unfavorable turn, as they stumbled in their inaugural match against neighboring rivals Glentoran. In a game where both teams encountered difficulty in finding the net, Glentoran managed to break the deadlock with a last-minute goal.

A critical look at the last 8 games between them produced 6 victories for Cliftonville and 2 draws.

As observed in the aforementioned head-to-head statistics analysis, Cliftonville has consistently outperformed Glenavon in their past 8 league matches. Given this historical trend, we anticipate a continuation of this pattern in the upcoming game on Saturday. Our prediction remains steadfast: Cliftonville will avoid defeat, coupled with an expectation of at least 2 goals being scored, constituting our initial forecast.

Furthermore, it's noteworthy that Cliftonville has secured a minimum of 2 goals in 6 out of their last 7 encounters. Thus, we predict a similar outcome in this fixture, projecting a minimum of two goals from Cliftonville, offering odds of 1.65.