Glentoran FC vs Larne FC Prediction: The big guns clash again

The upcoming game between Gletoran and Larne promises to be an enthralling encounter. Both teams will aim for victory, with just 6 points between them in the NIFL premiership table. Larne have climbed up to 5th place in the league but a victory here could take them up the ladder, while Glentoran is in 3rd. Both teams are unbeaten in their last 5 league games and we are about to witness a spectacle on Saturday. My prediction for this game is for both teams to find the net. Let’s analyze both teams’ forms, key stats, and my expert opinion. 

Glentoran FC (3rd)

Form in the League: WDWWD

Glentoran continues striving for a top-three position in the league this season and is currently third place in the league table. All they need now is to find a way to close down the point gap between them and the league leaders Linfield. They are unbeaten in their last 6 league games with three wins and two draws in their last 5 league games. They defeated Crusaders earlier this week in the Northern Ireland Cup and they emerged victorious with a 4-2 scoreline. We are familiar with Glentoran's style of play which is very offensive and I believe they’ll go all out for goals against Larne. 

They are currently in second place on the league table, with overall league statistics of 12 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses from the 24 league games played. Jordan Jenkins is Glentoran's man in front of goal, with 5 goals to his name this season. 

Larne FC (5th)

Form in the League: WWDWD

Larne have also had a bad start to the season but they seem to be putting the past behind them and forging their way to the place they belong on the league table. They’ve now secured two consecutive league wins in the league after their 2-0 victory against Cliftonville last week. It’s important to note that they have 6 outstanding games and if they secure a win in all 6 of those games they’ll be on their way to the top 3. 

They are well positioned for another win or draw as they take on Glentoran who will not go down without a fight. It is imperative to mention that they finally secured a victory in the Uefa Conference League after five consecutive defeats. They are currently in 5th place in the league table with 9 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses from the 18 games played. They still have 6 outstanding games to play in the league.

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at their last 20 encounters produced 12 wins for Larne, 3 wins for Glentoran, and 5 draws. 

Expert Betting Tips

If we take a look at their current form in the league and their head-to-head stats you’ll agree with me that Larne is well positioned for a win or a draw in this encounter. A noteworthy historical fact is that Larne has won their last 8 meetings and even though Glentoran is a stronger and coordinated team now we still believe Larne is more positioned for the victory but the match could go either way. As such, my prediction for this game is a win or draw and a total of over 2.5 goals for Larne. 

Both teams are great on the offensive, Glentoran plays a more attacking style of football which means that both teams will go all out for goals. Another prediction here is for both teams to find the net. Please see some of their head-to-head streaks below;

• 8 consecutive league wins for Larne in their last 8 meetings
• Larne has scored first in their last 8 meetings
• Larne have won the first half in their last 5 meetings

My first prediction is on goals and it’s for either team to score a minimum of over 1.5 goals at 1.92 odds for 1xBet. 

Our second prediction is for Larne to win either half at 2.14 odds for Betway. 

Our third prediction is for both teams to find the net at 2.00 odds for Bet365.