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Ballyclare Comrades 0:2 Ballymena United — Match Report

Gary RedknappGary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT
Declan Carville’s composed display anchored Ballymena United to a 2-0 victory over Ballyclare Comrades in a Club Friendly, though the final scoreline flattered the visitors in a game where the home side offered little resistance. It was a routine pre-season outing that never truly caught fire, with Ballymena’s superiority in quality gradually asserting itself after a forgettable first half.
The turning point arrived four minutes into the second half when Ballymena United broke the deadlock, the goal credited to an unassisted effort in the 49th minute that punctured Ballyclare’s early resolve. The game meandered until the 86th minute, when a second unassisted strike sealed the result, rendering a largely uneventful contest safe for the away side.
Ballymena United controlled the match on the numbers, dominating possession with 63% to Ballyclare’s 37% and earning seven corners to the home side’s two, reflecting their territorial command. Declan Carville was the standout player, earning a rating of 7.25 out of ten for his steady influence in midfield without registering a goal. No further fixtures are scheduled.
Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Ballyclare Comrades vs Ballymena United?

Ballyclare Comrades 0-2 Ballymena United (Club Friendly Games).

First half0 - 0
    Second half0 - 2
    • 49
    • 86

    Head to Head meetings Ballyclare Comrades - Ballymena United

    • Matches4
    • The biggest draw2-2
    • The most effective match1-3
    Ballyclare Comrades logo

    Ballyclare Comrades

    Ballymena United logo

    Ballymena United

    • 0

      Victories

    • 2

      Draws

    • 2

      Victories

    Victories

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    0

    2

    Away team logo

    Scored goals

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    4

    8

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    Average per game

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    1

    2

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    The biggest victory

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    0

    0-2

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    Ballyclare Comrades

    Ballyclare Comrades

    Ballymena United

    Ballymena United

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