Cliftonville FC vs. Ballymena United: Predictions & Tips for March 21, 2026
Cliftonville will host Ballymena United on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 on matchday 33 of the Premier League.
Match overview
This Cliftonville FC vs Ballymena United clash carries significance for both sides. Cliftonville aim to climb the table, while Ballymena seek valuable points.
Form and squad notes
Cliftonville
Cliftonville sit fifth in the league with 46 points. Their recent run shows four wins and one defeat across five matches.
The team scored 12 goals and conceded six in that five-game spell. Manager Jim Magilton has stressed attacking fluidity and defensive stability.
At home, Cliftonville have recorded eight wins, three draws, and five losses. Their latest result included a 0-1 defeat to Coleraine.
Ballymena United
Ballymena occupy ninth place with 33 points. Their last five matches returned one win, two draws, and two losses.
The visitors have scored five and conceded eight in that period. Oran Kearney favours a pragmatic, counter-attacking approach.
Ballymena’s away record stands at four wins, one draw, and eleven defeats. Their most recent victory was 2-1 at home to Carrick Rangers.
Head-to-head
The teams drew 2-2 in their last meeting. The last five encounters show two wins each and one draw.
Betting outlook and key tips
Filmogaz.com recommends considering Cliftonville for the home victory. Unibet offered 21/25 for a Cliftonville win at the time of publishing.
Both teams to score is a plausible market to explore. Betway listed 73/100 for the BTTS option.
| Outcome | Best reported odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Cliftonville win | 21/25 | Unibet |
| Draw | 12/5 | Unibet |
| Ballymena win | 3/1 | Betway |
| Both teams to score | 73/100 | Betway |
Statistical pointers
- Cliftonville recorded under 2.5 goals in four of their last six matches.
- Ballymena had under 2.5 goals in two of their last four games.
- All of Cliftonville’s last six fixtures were under 4.5 goals.
- Four of Ballymena’s last four matches were under 4.5 goals.
- Five of Cliftonville’s last six matches featured under 3.5 goals.
- Three of Ballymena’s last four fixtures were under 3.5 goals.
Final notes
Our predictions and tips ahead of March 21, 2026 emphasise Cliftonville’s home form and momentum. Ballymena’s defensive discipline could make the match tight.
Expect a competitive contest with a strong chance both teams score. Monitor team news and odds before placing any bets.
