Coleraine FC vs Crusaders FC preview and prediction
The match
Coleraine FC host Crusaders FC in the Premiership on Saturday 5 September, with kick-off at 18:00 (WAT) at The Showgrounds. Coleraine FC are 2nd with 35 points from 15 games (in the top four), while Crusaders FC sit 8th on 18 points (in the bottom half). A gap of 17 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
Coleraine FC's last 5: WWDWL Most recently they beat Portadown 3–0 away. They average 1.3 scored and 1.5 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Crusaders FC's last 5: WWWLW Most recently they beat Glentoran 2–1 away. They average 1.8 scored and 1.2 conceded.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.9 goals: 2.2 for Coleraine FC and 0.6 for Crusaders FC. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 55%, both teams to score at 51%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Coleraine FC 75%, draw 14%, Crusaders FC 11%.
Both teams to score: yes (51%) at 1.91.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 51% chance at odds of 1.91. Predicted score: Coleraine FC 2–1 Crusaders FC. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Coleraine FC75%fair 1.33 · @1.17
Draw14%fair 7.14 · @7.50
Crusaders FC11%fair 9.40 · @11.00
2.88Expected goals
2.24Coleraine FC xG
0.64Crusaders FC xG
51%Both score
55%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
2–014%
1–013%
3–010%
2–19%
1–18%
3–17%
From our goals model: Coleraine FC 2.2 – 0.6 Crusaders FC expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Every market, with fair odds
Market
Most likely
Chance
Fair odds
Bookmaker
Match result
Coleraine FC to win✓
75%
1.33
1.17
Double chance
Coleraine FC or draw✓
89%
1.12
1.04
Both teams to score
Both teams to score✓
51%
1.95
1.91
Over/under 1.5 goals
Over 1.5 goals✓
78%
1.28
–
Over/under 2.5 goals
Over 2.5 goals✓
55%
1.82
–
Over/under 3.5 goals
Under 3.5 goals✗
67%
1.48
–
Half-time result
Coleraine FC ahead at half-time✓
53%
1.89
–
Half-time / full-time
HT Coleraine FC / FT Coleraine FC✓
49%
2.03
–
Correct score
Correct score 2–0✗
14%
7.11
–
Form
Coleraine FC – last 6
WWDWLL
28 Aug
@ Portadown
3–0
W
22 Aug
@ Carrick Rangers
2–0
W
15 Aug
vs Larne
0–0
D
8 Aug
@ Dungannon Swifts
3–1
W
30 Jul
vs HJK Helsinki
0–3
L
23 Jul
@ HJK Helsinki
0–5
L
1.3Scored / game
1.5Conceded / game
17%Both scored
67%Over 2.5
Crusaders FC – last 6
WWWLWD
29 Aug
@ Glentoran
2–1
W
22 Aug
vs Portadown
3–2
W
15 Aug
vs Ballymena United
2–1
W
7 Aug
@ Cliftonville FC
1–2
L
1 Aug
vs Dundela
2–0
W
28 Jul
vs Newington Youth
1–1
D
1.8Scored / game
1.2Conceded / game
83%Both scored
67%Over 2.5
Head to head
No previous meetings on record between Coleraine FC and Crusaders FC.
What is the prediction for Coleraine FC vs Crusaders FC?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 51% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.91.
Who will win Coleraine FC vs Crusaders FC?
On our numbers Coleraine FC have a 75% chance of winning, the draw 14% and Crusaders FC 11%.
How many goals will there be in Coleraine FC vs Crusaders FC?
We expect about 2.9 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 55% likely and both teams score 51% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Coleraine FC vs Crusaders FC?
Our predicted score is Coleraine FC 2–1 Crusaders FC, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.9 goals in total.
When is Coleraine FC vs Crusaders FC?
Coleraine FC vs Crusaders FC (Premiership) kicks off on Saturday 5 September 2026 at 18:00 (West Africa Time) at The 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.
