Our Coleraine vs Crusaders Prediction: 3-1
Coleraine vs Crusaders in the Northern Ireland Premier is scheduled for an 15:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday January 17, 2026. Our analysis favors a 3-1 home win, but considering the likelihood of multiple goals, over 2.5 goals is also a solid wager.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
→ View Today's Football Score Tips
Recent Form Insights
Coleraine's Last Match – Coleraine vs Crusaders
Coleraine will look to carry forward their winning form after a 4-0 Northern Ireland Cup success over Crusaders on January 9. In that match, Coleraine had 63% possession and 9 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Coleraine | 63% | 0 (9) | - | 51 |
 Crusaders | 37% | 0 (2) | - | 21 |
Crusaders's Last Match – Coleraine vs Crusaders
Crusaders must win to recover from their recent 0-4 Northern Ireland Cup defeat against Coleraine on January 9 and regain momentum. In that match, Crusaders recorded 37% possession, firing 2 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coleraine | 63% | 0 (9) | - | 51 |
| Crusaders | 37% | 0 (2) | - | 21 |
Coleraine vs Crusaders Stats
Key Stats
| Coleraine | Crusaders | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.78 | Attacking Strength | 0.98 |
| 0.82 | Defence Strength | 1.21 |
| 1.8 | Points Per Game | 0.8 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 0/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 0.8 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Coleraine are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Crusaders average 0.8 scored and 2.1 conceded per game.
Coleraine 18-11
Crusaders 8-21
What are the odds for this match?
Coleraine to win: @1.181
Draw: @5.5
Crusaders to win: @12
Larne FC 
Glentoran 
Linfield 
Coleraine 
Cliftonville 
Dungannon Swifts 
Carrick Rangers 
Portadown 
Bangor FC 
Ballymena Utd 
Crusaders 
Glenavon