Coleraine FC vs Glentoran FC Prediction: Both teams will definitely get a goal

As the 16th round of the Northern Ireland Premier League approaches, an intriguing matchup awaits at The Showgrounds, featuring Coleraine and Glentoran. Glentoran, coming off a recent defeat to Carrick Rangers in their last league game, is determined to bounce back with a victory against Coleraine. Meanwhile, Coleraine secured a win in their most recent league outing. Our prediction for this encounter leans towards both teams finding the back of the net. Kindly explore our meticulously prepared tips for a deeper insight into the upcoming match.

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Coleraine has faced a season of ups and downs, marked by inconsistency, as reflected in two consecutive league losses and three wins in their last five league games. A notable highlight was their recent surprising victory against Cliftonville in the most recent league fixture, concluding with a 0-2 scoreline, where Conor Mckendry secured a brace. As they prepare to face Glentoran on Monday, Coleraine aims to carry forward the momentum gained from the impressive win.

Coleraine's performance in the league this season has been fair, boasting a collective record of 7 wins, 6 losses, and 2 draws from the entirety of their 15 games played. Matthew Shevlin leads the team's efforts on goal with five goals scored this season.

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Glentoran endured an unexpected setback in their recent league game against Carrick Rangers, succumbing to a 2-3 defeat despite initially taking the lead. The Glens faced inconsistency in their performances throughout this season, and they are determined to bounce back with a victory as they gear up to face Coleraine on Monday.

Glentoran are presently 5th placed in the league table boasting an overall league record of 7 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses in their past 15 league matches. Jay Donnelly leads the team's efforts on goals with 7 goals scored this season.

A critical look at the last 12 games between them produced 4 wins for Glentoran, 3 wins for Coleraine, and 5 draws.

Coleraine is currently grappling with inconsistent form, while Glentoran has shown fluctuations in their performances this season. The first leg clash between these teams resulted in a 1-2 victory for Coleraine, and considering their recent displays, we anticipate a match with goals. The past three encounters have witnessed over 2.5 goals, and we predict a similar outcome in this game, making a total of over 2.5 goals a favorable bet at 1.71 odds.

Both teams have demonstrated a penchant for scoring, recording numerous goals in their 15 games this season. Historical data indicates high-scoring matches between these sides, with 8 of their last 10 meetings featuring at least two goals from one team or the other. This trend makes it an appealing betting option.