Ballymena United vs Portadown Prediction

Ballymena United vs Portadown preview

Ballymena United host Portadown in the Premiership (Northern-Ireland) on Saturday 18 April 2026 at 15:00 Nigerian time. Here is our prediction, the odds, both teams' recent form and their head-to-head record.

Our model gives Ballymena United a 48% chance of winning, the draw 17% and Portadown 35%. That makes our pick Ballymena United to win with 55% confidence at odds of 2.45. For a safer option, the double chance 12 (Ballymena United or Portadown) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.25.

Goals: we expect about 2.7 goals (2.0 for Ballymena United, 0.7 for Portadown). The chance of three or more goals is 52%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (75% confidence).

Form and head to head

Portadown have 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (W-L-L-L-D), scoring 4 and conceding 7. In their last 10 meetings, Ballymena United won 13, Portadown won 8 and 4 ended level.

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Ballymena United vs Portadown?

Our prediction is Ballymena United to win (55% confidence) at odds of 2.45. Win chances: Ballymena United 48%, draw 17%, Portadown 35%.

Will there be over 2.5 goals in Ballymena United vs Portadown?

We expect about 2.7 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 75% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 52%).

What time is Ballymena United vs Portadown?

Ballymena United vs Portadown (Premiership) kicks off on Saturday 18 April 2026 at 15:00 Nigerian time (WAT).

What is a safe bet for Ballymena United vs Portadown?

The double chance 12 (Ballymena United or Portadown) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.25. No bet is risk-free – stake only what you can afford. 18+.

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