Our Linfield vs Crusaders Prediction: 2-0
Linfield vs Crusaders in the Northern Ireland Premier is scheduled for an 18:45 GMT kick-off on Friday October 3, 2025. Crusaders will put up a fight, but Crusaders’s quality should prevail in a tight 1-0 home win.
This Linfield 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
Linfield's Last Match – Linfield vs Queens University
Linfield will seek to keep their streak alive after a 2-0 Northern Ireland League Cup victory over Queens University on September 30.
Crusaders's Last Match – Glenavon vs Crusaders
Determined to maintain their recent success, Crusaders must win following their 2-0 Northern Ireland Premier victory against Glenavon on September 27.
Linfield vs Crusaders Stats
Key Stats
| Linfield | Crusaders | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.37 | Attacking Strength | 1.06 |
| 0.33 | Defence Strength | 0.79 |
| 1.9 | Points Per Game | 1.1 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 6/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.5 | Average Scored | 1.3 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Linfield are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 0.7 conceded per match, while Crusaders average 1.3 scored and 1.8 conceded per game.
Linfield 15-7
Crusaders 13-18
What are the odds for this match?
Linfield to win: @1.333
Draw: @5
Crusaders to win: @7
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