Our Crusaders vs Portadown Prediction: 3-1
Crusaders vs Portadown in the Northern Ireland Premier is scheduled for an 15:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday December 6, 2025. A 3-1 win for the home side is our main prediction, though over 2.5 goals looks like a valuable bet given both teams’ attacking tendencies.
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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Crusaders's Last Match – Crusaders vs Glenavon
Determined to maintain their recent success, Crusaders must win following their 4-1 Northern Ireland Premier victory against Glenavon on November 15. In that match, Crusaders recorded 51% possession and 7 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Crusaders | 51% | 0 (7) | - | 49 |
 Glenavon | 49% | 0 (4) | - | 48 |
Portadown's Last Match – Portadown vs Bangor FC
Portadown should win to turn things around after settling for a 1-1 Northern Ireland Premier draw against Bangor FC on November 15.
Crusaders vs Portadown Stats
Key Stats
| Crusaders | Portadown | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.17 | Attacking Strength | 0.65 |
| 1.79 | Defence Strength | 1.61 |
| 1.3 | Points Per Game | 1 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 7/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 1.6 | Average Scored | 1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Crusaders are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.7 conceded per match, while Portadown average 1.0 scored and 1.6 conceded per game.
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