Carrick Rangers vs Ballymena: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Carrick Rangers prepare to host Ballymena Utd on April 11, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00, this NORTHERN IRELAND: Premiership, Relegation Group fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Carrick Rangers, currently 7th in the standings with 47 points from 35 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 25 points from 18 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 1 win and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Ballymena Utd, sitting 10th with 35 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 14 points from 17 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 1 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Carrick Rangers and Ballymena Utd have favored Ballymena Utd, with Ballymena Utd claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-2). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Portadown, Carrick Rangers recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Ballymena Utd's last outing came against Glenavon, where they secured a 1-1 draw using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Carrick Rangers are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Carrick Rangers and Ballymena Utd 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 plenty of goals: Carrick Rangers's fixtures have averaged 3.2 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Ballymena Utd's games average 2.6 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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