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Crusaders FC 2:1 Ballymena United — Match Report

Gary RedknappGary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT
Crusaders FC came from behind to beat Ballymena United 2-1 in the Premiership. Ballymena took an early lead, but Crusaders responded with two goals before half-time to turn the match around.
Igor Rutkowski put Ballymena United ahead after 10 minutes. Daithi Mccallion levelled for Crusaders on 27 minutes, and Owen Wardell struck in the 43rd minute to give the home side the lead.
Crusaders did their damage inside a 16-minute spell before the interval. That flurry proved decisive, as Ballymena were unable to find an equaliser after the break.
Questions & Answers

Who will win, Crusaders FC vs Ballymena United?

CheckLive's model makes Ballymena United the favourite, with a 54% win probability.

What is the predicted score?

CheckLive's model projects Crusaders FC 2:1 Ballymena United.

When is Crusaders FC vs Ballymena United?

Kick-off Saturday 15 August at 15:00 UK time, in the Premiership.

First half2 - 1
Second half0 - 0

    Head to Head meetings Crusaders FC - Ballymena United

    • Matches27
    • The biggest draw2-2
    • The most effective match4-2
    Crusaders FC logo

    Crusaders FC

    Ballymena United logo

    Ballymena United

    • 17

      Victories

    • 5

      Draws

    • 5

      Victories

    Victories

    Home team logo

    17

    5

    Away team logo

    Scored goals

    Home team logo

    46

    25

    Away team logo

    Average per game

    Home team logo

    1.7

    0.93

    Away team logo

    The biggest victory

    Home team logo

    4-0

    0-2

    Away team logo
    Crusaders FC

    Crusaders FC

    Ballymena United

    Ballymena United

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