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

As Glenavon prepare to host Linfield FC on February 14, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00, this NORTHERN IRELAND: Premiership fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Glenavon, currently 12th in the standings with 15 points from 27 games, trail the leaders by 48 points. They've earned 15 points from 13 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win and 4 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.

Linfield FC, sitting 4th with 49 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 14 points from 12 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 draws 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 positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between Glenavon and Linfield FC have favored Linfield FC, with Glenavon claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-1). Over the past few seasons, Linfield FC have held the upper hand in this matchup.

In their previous league match against Carrick Rangers, Glenavon recorded a 1-2 defeat while lining up in a standard formation.

Linfield FC's last outing came against Dungannon Swifts, where they secured a 6-0 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Glenavon are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Glenavon 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: Glenavon's fixtures have averaged 3.2 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Linfield FC's games average 2.4 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 6 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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