Glentoran FC vs Larne FC Prediction: Both teams will find the net

The Glens will take on Larne at the Oval for the outstanding 26th round of their Northern Ireland Premier League game. Glentoran continues to fight for a top 2 place in the Northern Ireland Premier League, while Larne is in close pursuit of Glentoran with only 3 points behind them. The last time they met in the league, the game ended in a 0-2 victory to Larne, but we envisage a different result at the Oval on Tuesday. Let’s analyze both teams’ forms, their key stats, and my expert opinion.

Glentoran FC (2nd)

Form in the League: DDWLD

Glentoran is now second placed in the league with a 20-point margin between them and the league leaders Linfield. As the regular season nears its conclusion, Glentoran is well-prepared and positioned for the next phase, which is the Championship phase. They were unable to move past Carrick Rangers in their last league game which ended in a goalless draw. 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 15 wins, 8 draws, and 8 losses from the 31 league games played. Jordan Jenkins is Glentoran's man in front of the goal, with 8 goals to his name this season.

Larne FC (3rd)

Form in the League: DWWLW

Andy Ryan was the savior in Larne’s most recent league game against Coleraine. Coleraine scored first through Matthew Shevlin in the 77th minute of the game but Andy Ryan equalized for Larne in the 83rd. The game eventually ended in a 1-1 draw. With the regular season nearing its end, Larne have successfully made it to the championship round regardless of the outcome of this game but we still believe they’ll go all out for a positive outcome at the Oval. 

They are currently in 3rd place in the league table with 14 wins, 8 draws, and 9 losses from the 31 games played. Andy Ryan leads the team on goals this season with 9 goals to his name. 

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at their last 10 encounters produced 2 wins for Glentoran and 7 wins for Larne. 

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 both teams are well-positioned for a win or a draw in this encounter. A noteworthy historical fact is that Larne has won 8 of their last 9 meetings and even though Glentoran is a strong and coordinated team, we expect a different dynamic here. A good option is for both teams to find the net or a full-time draw because I expect both teams to go all out for the victory. As such, another 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 a total of over 2.5 goals. Please see some of their head-to-head streaks below;

• 8 consecutive league wins for Larne in 8 of their last 9 meetings
• Larne has scored first in 8 of their last 9 meetings
• Larne have won the first half in 5 of their last 6 meetings

My first prediction is a draw or both teams to find the net at 1.60 odds for 1xBet. 

Our second prediction is for Larne to win either half at 1.97 odds for Betway. 

Our third prediction is for a total of over 2.5 goals at 2.15 odds for Bet365.