The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Ballymena United FC at 1.74 — an implied 54% chance. Crusaders Belfast upset it.

• Crusaders Belfast: opened 3.05, closed 4.10 (23%)
• Ballymena United FC: opened 2.05, closed 1.74 (54%)
• Draw: opened 3.75, closed 3.95 (24%)

Half-time: Crusaders Belfast 2 - 1 Ballymena United FC.

Ballymena United FC — recent form

• 2026-08-12Linfield Swifts 2-2 Ballymena United FC
• 2026-08-01Glenavon FC 1-1 Ballymena United FC
• 2026-08-01Annagh United FC 2-2 Ballymena United FC

Crusaders Belfast — recent form

• 2026-07-28Crusaders Belfast 1-1 Newington Yc