Larne FC vs Loughgall FC Prediction: Loughgall is a tough team to play against

As the 28th round of the Northern Ireland Premier League nears, excitement mounts for the anticipated showdown between Larne and Loughgall at Inver Park. Larne is currently in outstanding form, boasting an impressive unbeaten streak in their last 18 league matches. Conversely, Loughgall is striving to secure a mid-table position this season. The upcoming match is anticipated to be fiercely competitive, with Larne expected to emerge victorious. We invite you to explore our meticulously crafted expert tips for a detailed analysis of the upcoming game.

Larne FC (2nd)

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In their recent league fixture, Larne delivered a remarkable performance, utterly thrashing Glenavon with a resounding 5-0 victory. Lee Bonis stood out by securing a hat-trick in that game. The reigning champions have consistently displayed exceptional form throughout the current season, maintaining an impressive unbeaten streak in their last 18 league matches. Despite trailing behind the league leaders Linfield by a point gap, Larne remains determined to vie for Northern Ireland league glory. As they prepare to take on Loughgall this Friday, they are focused on securing a positive result.

Undeniably progressing favorably, the defending champions boast a record of 19 wins, 7 draws, and a loss from the 27 league matches played this season. Andy Ryan leads the team's goal-scoring efforts with 7 goals scored in the league this season.

Loughgall FC (7th)

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In their recent league fixture, Nathaniel Ferris secured the solitary goal for Loughgall in their narrow victory against Ballymena United, resulting in a tight 0-1 win. As they gear up to face Larne this Friday, they are optimistic about achieving a more favorable outcome. Benjamin Magee has emerged as a vital contributor to the team's goal-scoring efforts, impressively netting 15 goals in the current season. Their overall league statistics comprise 9 wins, 4 draws, and 13 losses from a total of 26 games played.

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at their last 7 encounters produced 3 victories for Larne, 3 victories for Loughgall, and a draw.

Expert Betting Tips

Larne has maintained an impressive unbeaten streak in their last 17 league games, suggesting they are likely to carry this momentum into their upcoming match against Loughgall on Friday. With Larne demonstrating significantly superior form compared to Loughgall, they are well-positioned to secure victory in this encounter. The previous encounters between the two teams saw Larne suffer a 1-0 defeat in the initial match but clinch a 1-0 victory in the second leg, indicating their ability to emerge triumphant. Therefore, another victory for Larne is expected in this upcoming encounter.

Furthermore, considering Loughgall's determination to bounce back and score, we can anticipate goals in both halves of the game. Betting on a goal occurring in both halves seems like a favorable option given the dynamics of the match. While Loughgall is expected to put up a fight, it's likely they will find the net at least once in this encounter.