Dungannon Swifts FC vs Newry City FC Prediction: At least one team will score over 1.5 goals

As the 17th round of the Northern Ireland Premier League approaches, an intriguing matchup awaits at The Stangmore Park, featuring Dungannon Swifts against Newry City. Both teams are currently facing challenges in the league, having suffered defeats in their last league games. Our prediction for this encounter leans towards both teams scoring a minimum of two goals. Kindly explore our meticulously prepared tips for a deeper insight into the upcoming match.

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Dungannon Swifts are currently enduring a challenging phase, having gone nine league games without a win. The Swifts faced a setback in their most recent league game against Carrick Rangers, resulting in a 2-3 defeat. As they gear up to face Newry City on Saturday, they aim to turn the tide and secure a positive outcome. Throughout the season, their struggles are evident in their overall league statistics, which include one win, six draws, and nine losses from 16 league games played.

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Newry City has faced a challenging stretch in their recent matches, enduring four consecutive defeats, including a narrow 1-0 loss to Cliftonville in their latest league encounter. Their overall performance in the past 16 league matches reflects three wins, 12 losses, and one draw, accompanied by a significant number of goals conceded, exceeding 40. As they gear up to face a Dungannon Swifts side also struggling, the team faces a demanding task, and fans are eager to see how they will perform.

A critical look at their last 7 encounters produced 5 victories for Dungannon Swifts, a win for Newry, and a draw.

Both teams have faced a challenging start to the season, and we anticipate a fierce battle for redemption in this game. Their initial encounter resulted in a 2-2 draw, and we expect a minimum of two goals from either team in this matchup. Betting on both teams to score at 1.61 odds is a prudent option as we anticipate an exchange of goals in this game.