The Championship sees Ards take on Loughgall on Saturday 22 August, kicking off at 15:00 (WAT). Ards are 11th with 17 points from 15 games (in the bottom half), while Loughgall sit 8th on 20 points (in the top half). Only 3 points separate the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Ards's last 5: WDWLL Most recently they beat Warrenpoint Town 3–1 away. They average 1.7 scored and 1.3 conceded.
Loughgall's last 5: DDWLW Most recently they drew with Institute 0–0 away. On the road they have won 2 and lost 0 of their last 4. They average 1.3 scored and 1.3 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 10 March 2026, finished Loughgall 0–1 Ards.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.1 goals: 1.6 for Ards and 1.5 for Loughgall. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 56% and both teams to score at 60%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Ards 41%, draw 23%, Loughgall 36%.
Both teams to score: yes (60%) at 1.67.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 78% chance at odds of 1.25. Predicted score: Ards 1–1 Loughgall. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Ards41%fair 2.42 · @2.35
Draw23%fair 4.38 · @3.30
Loughgall36%fair 2.79 · @2.55
3.06Expected goals
1.59Ards xG
1.47Loughgall xG
60%Both score
56%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–111%
2–19%
1–28%
1–07%
0–17%
2–26%
From our goals model: Ards 1.6 – 1.5 Loughgall expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 78% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Ards vs Loughgall?
On our numbers Ards have a 41% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Loughgall 36%.
How many goals will there be in Ards vs Loughgall?
We expect about 3.1 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 56% likely and both teams score 60% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Ards vs Loughgall?
Our predicted score is Ards 1–1 Loughgall, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.1 goals in total.
When is Ards vs Loughgall?
Ards vs Loughgall (Championship) kicks off on Saturday 22 August 2026 at 15:00 (West Africa Time).
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.
