Glentoran vs Crusaders Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Glentoran Logo
Glentoran 2.2
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3 : 1
CORRECT SCORE
Crusaders Logo
0.8 Crusaders
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Our Glentoran vs Crusaders Prediction: 3-1

Glentoran vs Crusaders in the Northern Ireland Premier is scheduled for an 15:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday February 28, 2026. We’re backing a 3-1 home win, but for those looking at alternative bets, over 2.5 goals is worth considering based on both teams' attacking stats.

This Glentoran vs Crusaders prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Glentoran's Last Match – Cliftonville vs Glentoran

Glentoran will want to continue their winning form after a 4-0 Northern Ireland Premier victory over Cliftonville, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Glentoran recorded 59% possession, firing 10 shots on target.

TeamPossessionShots (on target)xGDangerous Attacks
Cliftonville Logo Cliftonville
41%0 (1)-25
Glentoran Logo Glentoran
59%0 (10)-71

Crusaders's Last Match – Cliftonville vs Crusaders

Crusaders will hope to recover from their recent 2-5 Northern Ireland Premier setback against Cliftonville on February 21. In that match, Crusaders had 50% possession and 2 shots on target.

TeamPossessionShots (on target)xGDangerous Attacks
Cliftonville Logo Cliftonville
50%0 (5)-62
Crusaders Logo Crusaders
50%0 (2)-56

Glentoran vs Crusaders Stats

Key Stats

Glentoran Crusaders
1.02Attacking Strength0.8
1.04Defence Strength1.7
2.2Points Per Game0.8
7/10WIN2/10
1/10DRAW2/10
4/10Clean Sheets1/10
5/10BTTS6/10
8/10Over 2.5 Goals7/10
2.4Average Scored1.3

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Glentoran are averaging 2.4 goals scored and 1.0 conceded per match, while Crusaders average 1.3 scored and 2.6 conceded per game.

Glentoran
24-10

Crusaders
13-26

What are the odds for this match?

Glentoran to win: @1.222

Draw: @5.25

Crusaders to win: @9

Glentoran Fixtures

Glentoran - Carrick Rangers
March 3, 2026
Glentoran - Larne FC
March 6, 2026
Bangor FC - Glentoran
March 10, 2026

Crusaders Fixtures

Crusaders - Cliftonville
March 10, 2026
Crusaders - Glenavon
March 14, 2026
Portadown - Crusaders
March 21, 2026

Glentoran Recent Results

  • Wins 60% 6
  • Draws 30% 3
  • Lost 10% 1
  • Goals Scored 2.3/match 23
  • Goals Conceded 0.6/match 6
MatchDateScore
11
Apr
Glentoran
Dungannon Swifts
5
0
07
Apr
Cliftonville
Glentoran
1
2
28
Mar
Glentoran
Linfield
1
1
21
Mar
Glentoran
Coleraine
1
1
18
Mar
Glentoran
Cliftonville
3
0
15
Mar
Glentoran
Linfield
0
1
10
Mar
Bangor FC
Glentoran
0
4
06
Mar
Glentoran
Larne FC
1
1
03
Mar
Glentoran
Carrick Rangers
1
0
28
Feb
Glentoran
Crusaders
5
1

Crusaders Recent Results

  • Wins 10% 1
  • Draws 30% 3
  • Lost 60% 6
  • Goals Scored 1.1/match 11
  • Goals Conceded 2.5/match 25
MatchDateScore
11
Apr
Crusaders
Portadown
4
0
07
Apr
Crusaders
Bangor FC
1
1
28
Mar
Carrick Rangers
Crusaders
6
1
21
Mar
Portadown
Crusaders
0
0
14
Mar
Crusaders
Glenavon
0
3
10
Mar
Crusaders
Cliftonville
0
1
28
Feb
Glentoran
Crusaders
5
1
21
Feb
Cliftonville
Crusaders
5
2
17
Feb
Ballymena Utd
Crusaders
2
0
14
Feb
Crusaders
Bangor FC
2
2

Glentoran vs Crusaders Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between Glentoran and Crusaders indicates that, in their previous 15 meetings, Glentoran has secured 10 victories, Crusaders has won 3 times and 2 matches have concluded in a draw. Across these encounters, Glentoran has scored 34 goals, while Crusaders has netted 15 goals.

MatchDateScore
Glentoran - Crusaders28 Feb 20265-1
Glentoran - Crusaders04 Nov 20252-1
Crusaders - Glentoran25 Oct 20252-3
Crusaders - Glentoran23 Aug 20250-2
Crusaders - Glentoran12 Apr 20250-4
Glentoran - Crusaders22 Mar 20250-1
Glentoran - Crusaders14 Jan 20254-2
Crusaders - Glentoran13 Dec 20241-3
Glentoran - Crusaders09 Aug 20240-1
Glentoran - Crusaders27 Apr 20244-0
Crusaders - Glentoran27 Jan 20241-2
Crusaders - Glentoran28 Oct 20231-1
Glentoran - Crusaders29 Aug 20232-2
Crusaders - Glentoran29 Apr 20231-2
Crusaders - Glentoran04 Mar 20231-0

Northern Ireland Premier Table & Standings

#TeamMatchesGoals ForGoals AgainstPoints
1
Carrick Rangers Carrick Rangers
36585647
2
Ballymena Utd Ballymena Utd
35435338
3
Bangor FC Bangor FC
35395838
4
Portadown Portadown
36386338
5
Crusaders Crusaders
36447930
6
Glenavon Glenavon
36356528

Glentoran vs Crusaders — FAQs

What is the correct score prediction?
We predict 3-1.

Is BTTS a good bet?
Yes, both teams show scoring potential.

What are today’s 1X2 odds?
Glentoran @1.222, Draw @5.25, Crusaders @9.

Our Glentoran vs Crusaders prediction offers expert insights into this exciting matchup, analyzing key stats, team form and goal expectations to help you make informed betting decisions.

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