Ballymena United vs Glenavon FC prediction & analysis
82%
Footrivo pick
Ballymena United or draw
Very strong pick · fair odds 1.23 · bookmaker 1.22 · Won ✓
9/10Rating
1.22Odds
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Value bet: Ballymena United to win @ 1.95 – our chance 62% vs 51% implied by the price (edge +20%). Bigger price, more risk. Lost ✗
Quick tips for this match
ResultBallymena United to win ✗62% · @1.95
Double chanceBallymena United or draw ✓82% · @1.22
Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✓53% · @1.80
GoalsUnder 3.5 goals ✓73% · @1.28
Correct scoreCorrect score 1–0 ✗13% · fair 7.90
Ballymena United vs Glenavon FC preview and prediction
The match
The Premiership sees Ballymena United take on Glenavon FC on Tuesday 7 April, kicking off at 19:45 (WAT) at Ballymena Showgrounds.
Form guide
Ballymena United's last 3: DLW Most recently they drew with Glenavon FC 2–2 at home. They average 1.3 scored and 1.0 conceded.
Glenavon FC's last 3: LDW Most recently they lost to Larne 0–3 at home. They average 1.7 scored and 2.0 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 24 February 2026, finished Ballymena United 2–2 Glenavon FC.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.7 goals: 1.8 for Ballymena United and 0.8 for Glenavon FC. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 48%, both teams to score at 53%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Ballymena United 62%, draw 20%, Glenavon FC 18%.
Safer route: Ballymena United or draw (82%) at 1.22.
Both teams to score: yes (53%) at 1.80.
Value angle: Ballymena United to win at 1.95 – 62% on our numbers against 51% implied by the price.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Ballymena United or draw – a 82% chance at odds of 1.22. Predicted score: Ballymena United 1–0 Glenavon FC. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Ballymena United62%fair 1.62 · @1.95
Draw20%fair 5.05 · @3.30
Glenavon FC18%fair 5.43 · @3.55
2.67Expected goals
1.82Ballymena United xG
0.85Glenavon FC xG
53%Both score
48%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–013%
2–012%
1–111%
2–110%
3–07%
0–07%
From our goals model: Ballymena United 1.8 – 0.8 Glenavon FC expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Ballymena United vs Glenavon FC?
Our pick is Ballymena United or draw with a 82% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.22.
Who will win Ballymena United vs Glenavon FC?
On our numbers Ballymena United have a 62% chance of winning, the draw 20% and Glenavon FC 18%.
How many goals will there be in Ballymena United vs Glenavon FC?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 48% likely and both teams score 53% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Ballymena United vs Glenavon FC?
Our predicted score is Ballymena United 1–0 Glenavon FC, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is Ballymena United vs Glenavon FC?
Ballymena United vs Glenavon FC (Premiership) kicks off on Tuesday 7 April 2026 at 19:45 (West Africa Time) at Ballymena Showgrounds.
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.
