Dungannon vs Linfield: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Dungannon Swifts prepare to host Linfield FC on February 17, 2026, with kick-off at 20:45, this NORTHERN IRELAND: Premiership fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested mid-table battle.

Dungannon Swifts, currently 5th in the standings with 43 points from 28 games, trail the leaders by 20 points. They've earned 27 points from 14 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 15 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Linfield FC, sitting 4th with 52 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 17 points from 13 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 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 a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between Dungannon Swifts and Linfield FC have favored Linfield FC, with Linfield FC claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-6). Overall, Linfield FC have asserted clear dominance in this fixture over recent seasons.

In their previous league match against Cliftonville, Dungannon Swifts recorded a 3-2 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

Linfield FC's last outing came against Glenavon, where they secured a 3-0 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Dungannon Swifts are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Dungannon Swifts and Linfield FC 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: Dungannon Swifts's fixtures have averaged 3.1 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. Linfield FC's games average 2.3 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 20% of those matches, alongside 7 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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