Ards vs Ballinamallard: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Ards prepare to host Ballinamallard United on February 28, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00, this NORTHERN IRELAND: Championship 1 fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Ards, currently 10th in the standings with 30 points from 27 games, trail the leaders by 32 points. They've earned 15 points from 13 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Ballinamallard United, sitting 9th with 32 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 14 points from 14 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Ards and Ballinamallard United have favored Ballinamallard United, with Ballinamallard United claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-1). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Queens University, Ards recorded a 2-2 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Ballinamallard United's last outing came against Warrenpoint Town, where they secured a 0-1 defeat using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Ards are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Ards and Ballinamallard United are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Ards's fixtures have averaged 3.6 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Ballinamallard United's games average 1.8 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 20% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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