Carrick Rangers vs Linfield Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Carrick Rangers vs Linfield Prediction: 1-2

Carrick Rangers vs Linfield in the Northern Ireland Premier is scheduled for an 19:45 GMT kick-off on Tuesday January 13, 2026. A 1-2 win for the visitors is our expected outcome, though BTTS looks like a solid alternative given both teams’ recent scoring form.

Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.

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Recent Form Insights

Carrick Rangers's Last Match – Carrick Rangers vs Queens University

Determined to maintain their recent success, Carrick Rangers must win following their 5-1 Northern Ireland Cup victory against Queens University on January 10. In that match, Carrick Rangers recorded 65% possession, firing 10 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Carrick Rangers	65%	0 (10)	-	60
Queens University	35%	0 (3)	-	32

Linfield's Last Match – Linfield vs Bangor FC

Linfield will seek to keep their streak alive after a 1-0 Northern Ireland Cup victory over Bangor FC on January 10. In that match, Linfield controlled 70% of possession and managed 4 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Linfield	70%	0 (4)	-	43
Bangor FC	30%	0 (1)	-	19

Carrick Rangers vs Linfield Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Carrick Rangers are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 2.5 conceded per match, while Linfield average 2.0 scored and 1.0 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Carrick Rangers to win: @4.5

Draw: @3.7

Linfield to win: @1.6

Carrick Rangers Fixtures

Linfield Fixtures