Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
On Wednesday 18 March the Premiership brings Glentoran against Cliftonville FC at The BetMcLean Oval. Kick-off: 20:45 WAT. In the table, Glentoran are 4th, among the top four, on 22 points after 14 matches; Cliftonville FC are 5th (upper half) with 21. Only 1 point split them, so the winner climbs above the loser.
Current form
Glentoran, last 5: DWWWW Their latest outing: 0–0 draw with Linfield, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 2 won, 0 lost from 3. 2.8 goals per outing makes them dangerous. Defensively they have kept 5 clean sheets in that run.
Cliftonville FC, last 5: WWWLW Their latest outing: 1–0 win over Crusaders FC, away. Away from home the record reads 2 won, 1 lost from 3. The attack is flying at 2.0 goals per game. Defensively they have kept 3 clean sheets in that run.
Momentum favours Glentoran, collecting 2.6 points per game to 2.0 for Cliftonville FC.
Head to head
When they last met (24 Feb 2026) it ended Cliftonville FC 0–4 Glentoran.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Glentoran 1.5 xG, Cliftonville FC 1.0 xG – a total near 2.6. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 49%, GG 58%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Glentoran 53%, draw 26%, Cliftonville FC 21%.
GG/NG: GG (58%) at 1.80.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Under 3.5 goals (72%, odds 1.33). Most likely score in line with that pick: Glentoran 1–1 Cliftonville FC. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Glentoran53%fair 1.88 · @1.60
Draw26%fair 3.90 · @3.60
Cliftonville FC21%fair 4.70 · @5.00
2.57Expected goals
1.54Glentoran xG
1.03Cliftonville FC xG
58%Both score
49%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–112%
1–012%
2–19%
2–09%
0–18%
0–08%
From our goals model: Glentoran 1.5 – 1.0 Cliftonville FC expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Team ratings (Betarazi)
Glentoran
Cliftonville FC
Attack vs Premiership average
-12%
+27%
Goals conceded vs average
-43%
-3%
Our expected goals here
1.23
1.01
Our own ratings from every Premiership result in the last 14 months, recent games counting more. Attack +20% = scores 20% more than an average side; goals conceded −20% = a tighter defence than average. They feed into every chance on this page.
What is the prediction for Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 72% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.33.
Who will win Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC?
On our numbers Glentoran have a 53% chance of winning, the draw 26% and Cliftonville FC 21%.
How many goals will there be in Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 49% likely and both teams score 58% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC?
Our predicted score is Glentoran 1–1 Cliftonville FC, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.6 goals in total.
When is Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC?
Glentoran vs Cliftonville FC (Premiership) kicks off on Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 20:45 (West Africa Time) at The BetMcLean Oval.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
