Carrick Rangers FC vs Cliftonville FC Prediction: Another confident victory for Cliftonville

As the 27th round of the Northern Ireland Premier League approaches, an eagerly awaited showdown is on the horizon between Cliftonville and Carrick Rangers at Taylor’s Avenue. Cliftonville is in outstanding form, maintaining an unbeaten streak in their last 11 encounters across all competitions. On the other hand, Carrick Rangers continues to grapple for a positive position in the league standings. Anticipating a one-sided affair with Cliftonville as the clear favorite for victory, our prediction strongly favors a confident win for Cliftonville. We encourage you to explore our meticulously crafted expert tips for a thorough analysis of the upcoming game.

Carrick Rangers FC (6th)

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Carrick Rangers recently ended a three-game losing streak by securing a victory against Coleraine in their latest league encounter, concluding in a 0-2 defeat for Coleraine. However, Carrick Rangers may be facing the prospect of another defeat as they go up against the formidable Cliftonville on Saturday. In the current season, Carrick Rangers' record includes ten wins, three draws, and 13 losses in the 26 matches contested so far.

Cliftonville FC (3rd)

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Maintaining their exceptional form, Cliftonville extended their unbeaten run to 11 games, securing five consecutive league victories and a remarkable 3-0 triumph over Ballymena United in their most recent league match. Ronan Hale played a key role in that game, scoring a brace as he continued to find the net for Cliftonville. With this strong momentum, Cliftonville is well-positioned for a favorable outcome in their upcoming clash on Friday.

With a commendable record of 18 victories, 3 draws, and 4 losses out of 25 games, Cliftonville has amassed over 40 goals. Leading the charge in goal-scoring efforts is Ben Wilson, who has netted an impressive 17 goals this season. In exceptional form, Wilson stands as a key player, and there's anticipation that he may add to his goal tally in the upcoming match against Carrick Rangers.

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at their last 10 encounters produced 9 wins for Cliftonville and a draw.

Expert Betting Tips

Cliftonville has demonstrated impressive form in their recent five league matches, securing five consecutive victories. Notably, they have maintained an undefeated streak against Carrick Rangers in their past 10 encounters, and we expect this trend to continue on Saturday. Despite Carrick Rangers showing promise in their last league game, we predict they will face a tough challenge against Cliftonville. Betting on a Cliftonville win at 1.74 odds appears to be a sensible option. Additionally, we are confident in predicting that Cliftonville will score at least two goals in this upcoming match at 1.75 odds.

Furthermore, both teams have met twice this season, and Cliftonville emerged victorious in both encounters with a 4-0 win in the first leg and a 0-3 victory in the second leg. Betting on a confident victory for Cliftonville in this game is a favorable option.