Our Crusaders vs Portadown Prediction: 1-2
Crusaders vs Portadown in the Northern Ireland Premier is scheduled for an 14:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday April 11, 2026. A 1-2 result in favor of the away side is our top pick, yet with both teams creating chances, BTTS is a smart alternative bet.
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
Crusaders's Last Match – Crusaders vs Bangor FC
Crusaders will seek to go one better this time following a 1-1 Northern Ireland Premier share of the spoils with Bangor FC on April 7. In that match, Crusaders recorded 59% possession, firing 6 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Crusaders | 59% | 0 (6) | - | 90 |
 Bangor FC | 41% | 0 (2) | - | 52 |
Portadown's Last Match – Portadown vs Carrick Rangers
Portadown will aim to turn their fortunes around after a 1-1 Northern Ireland Premier draw with Carrick Rangers on April 7. In that match, Portadown saw 49% of the ball and 10 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Portadown | 49% | 0 (10) | - | 38 |
 Carrick Rangers | 51% | 0 (5) | - | 38 |
Crusaders vs Portadown Stats
Key Stats
| Crusaders | Portadown | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.6 | Attacking Strength | 1.04 |
| 1.52 | Defence Strength | 1.2 |
| 0.3 | Points Per Game | 1 |
| 0/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 4/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 0.9 | Average Scored | 0.7 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Crusaders are averaging 0.9 goals scored and 2.9 conceded per match, while Portadown average 0.7 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.
Crusaders 9-29
Portadown 7-13
What are the odds for this match?
Crusaders to win: @2.8
Draw: @3.3
Portadown to win: @2.2
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.85
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