2 : 0
  • 25 January 2025, Linfield FC vs Cliftonville, 2-1, Win
  • 18 January 2025, Portadown FC vs Linfield FC, 1-3, Win
  • 11 January 2025, Linfield FC vs FC Carrick Rangers, 3-0, Win
  • 26 December 2024, Glentoran FC vs Linfield FC, 0-0, Draw
  • 21 December 2024, Linfield FC vs Glenavon FC, 1-0, Win
Linfield FC
Home
  • 25 January 2025, Crusaders FC vs Portadown FC, 3-2, Win
  • 18 January 2025, Coleraine FC vs Crusaders FC, 0-2, Win
  • 11 January 2025, Crusaders FC vs Dungannon Swifts, 1-5, Lose
  • 07 January 2025, Crusaders FC vs Larne FC, 1-3, Lose
  • 30 December 2024, FC Carrick Rangers vs Crusaders FC, 0-0, Draw
Crusaders FC
Away
NIFL Premiership
NIFL Premiership, Northern Ireland

In the NIFL Premiership, Linfield FC faced Crusaders FC on the 26th of September 2023 and saw an incredibly active match, which ended with a final score of Linfield FC 2, Crusaders FC 0. While there were no red cards in the game, referee attention was high with seven yellow cards handed out – a factor that greatly contributed to the tense atmosphere and disrupted flow of the game.

Analysing this match critically with respect to both teams' performance, it's clear that one of the most prominent elements that set the course of the match was the goals scored in the first half by Linfield FC. They displayed a dominant possession game and converted it into two goals within the first 23 minutes. The opening goal was already netted in the 10th minute, followed by the second one around the 23rd minute. This early lead put Linfield in a comfortable position, and Crusaders FC on the back foot right from the beginning.

Another major highlight was the number of offsides. With Linfield FC flagged offside eight times compared to Crusaders FC's single occurence, it was clear that the home team were constantly pressing and making daring runs to penetrate the opponent’s defence. This aggressive gameplay was rewarded, but it also held Linfield FC back from potentially scoring more goals.

Looking at the match discipline record, there were a total of seven yellow cards – four for Crusaders FC and three for Linfield FC. Interestingly, all of these cards were awarded in the second half. It suggested a significant escalation of tensions in the latter part of the game, which might have affected Crusaders FC significantly considering they were already trailing by two goals.

Comparatively, Linfield FC managed to make use of set pieces better, taking a total of five corner kicks to Crusaders FC's two. These provided additional scoring opportunities, further keeping pressure on Crusaders FC's defence.

In conclusion, Linfield FC's aggressive early gameplay combined with effective use of set pieces played significant roles in their victory. For Crusaders FC, the numerous yellow cards and the failure to effectively stifle Linfield FC's attempts suggested areas that needed focus in their strategies for future matches. This match provided insightful data for bettors, with an emphasis on factors like early goals, the number of offsides, and the number of yellow cards. Those who bet taking these factors into account had a higher chance of a successful wager.

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Form Guide

Win2-1Linfield FC vs Cliftonville
Win1-3Portadown FC vs Linfield FC
Win3-0Linfield FC vs FC Carrick Rangers
Draw0-0Glentoran FC vs Linfield FC
Win1-0Linfield FC vs Glenavon FC
PLAYED
5
WINS
4
GOALS
9:2
GOALS / MATCH
1.8
  • Linfield FC has four wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 9:2, scoring 1.8 goals average
Win3-2Crusaders FC vs Portadown FC
Win0-2Coleraine FC vs Crusaders FC
Lose1-5Crusaders FC vs Dungannon Swifts
Lose1-3Crusaders FC vs Larne FC
Draw0-0FC Carrick Rangers vs Crusaders FC
PLAYED
5
WINS
2
GOALS
7:10
GOALS / MATCH
1.4
  • Crusaders FC has two wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 7:10, scoring 1.4 goals average

Linfield FC H2H Crusaders FC

Away gameLinfield FC32Crusaders FCHome gameNIFL Premiership
Away gameLinfield FC21Crusaders FCHome gameNIFL Premiership
Home gameLinfield FC10Crusaders FCAway gameNIFL Premiership
Away gameLinfield FC10Crusaders FCHome gameNIFL Premiership
Home gameLinfield FC20Crusaders FCAway gameNIFL Premiership
PLAYED
5
WINS
5
GOALS
9:3
GOALS / MATCH
1.80
  • In the last five matches that these two sides meet, Linfield FC overtook Crusaders FC five times
  • Linfield FC won five times
  • Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 9:3; average goals per match – 1.80
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