Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC preview and prediction
The match
Glentoran host Cliftonville FC in the Premiership on Wednesday 18 March, with kick-off at 20:45 (WAT) at The BetMcLean Oval. Glentoran are 4th with 22 points from 14 games (in the top four), while Cliftonville FC sit 5th on 21 points (in the top half). Only 1 point separates the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Glentoran's last 5: DWWWW Most recently they drew with Linfield 0–0 at home. At home they have won 2 and lost 0 of their last 3. They are scoring freely – 2.8 goals a game. 5 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Cliftonville FC's last 5: WWWLW Most recently they beat Crusaders FC 1–0 away. On the road they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 3. They are scoring freely – 2.0 goals a game. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Glentoran arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.6 points a game against 2.0.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 24 February 2026, finished Cliftonville FC 0–4 Glentoran.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.8 goals: 2.0 for Glentoran and 0.8 for Cliftonville FC. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 52%, both teams to score at 57%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Glentoran 64%, draw 21%, Cliftonville FC 15%.
Both teams to score: yes (57%) at 1.80.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 75% chance at odds of 1.28. Predicted score: Glentoran 2–0 Cliftonville FC. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Glentoran64%fair 1.55 · @1.60
Draw21%fair 4.82 · @3.60
Cliftonville FC15%fair 6.69 · @5.00
2.79Expected goals
1.97Glentoran xG
0.82Cliftonville FC xG
57%Both score
52%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–012%
2–012%
1–110%
2–110%
3–08%
3–16%
From our goals model: Glentoran 2.0 – 0.8 Cliftonville FC expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 75% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.28.
Who will win Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC?
On our numbers Glentoran have a 64% chance of winning, the draw 21% and Cliftonville FC 15%.
How many goals will there be in Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC?
We expect about 2.8 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 52% likely and both teams score 57% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC?
Our predicted score is Glentoran 2–0 Cliftonville FC, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.8 goals in total.
When is Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC?
Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC (Premiership) kicks off on Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 20:45 (West Africa Time) at The BetMcLean Oval.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
