Crusaders vs Dungannon Swifts: match statistics
Dungannon Swifts display decidedly superior form, backed by recent results: 4 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 fixtures (2.6 points per game), whereas Crusaders have managed just 1 win and suffered 3 defeats (0.8 points per game). The hosts languish in 10th place with a catastrophic home record, featuring a 70% loss rate on their own turf and conceding an average of 2.4 goals per game while scoring just 1.2. Sitting in 4th position, Dungannon Swifts demonstrate solidity on the road with a 45% away win rate and 36% clean sheets, conceding an average of just 1.55 goals. The xG statistics also favor the visitors (1.23 xG For vs 1.21 xG For the hosts), and their 5-match unbeaten run provides a psychological edge. Considering all metrics, Dungannon Swifts are the clear favorites for this encounter.
Crusaders vs Dungannon Swifts: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Crusaders played against Dungannon Swifts in NIFL Premiership (Northern Ireland). The game was played on January 3, 2026. Final score: 2:0.
Recent form
Crusaders has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.80 points per game. Dungannon Swifts has 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses, with 2.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Crusaders scores 1.27 goals per game and allows 2.00. Dungannon Swifts scores 1.32 and allows 1.45. Games in this league average 2.70 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 50% of Crusaders's games and 36% of Dungannon Swifts's. The Over 2.5 rates are 68% and 50%, compared with league averages of 48% for BTTS and 52% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Dungannon Swifts has the higher season xG average, 1.52 to 1.20 per game. Crusaders takes 9.9 shots per game, while Dungannon Swifts takes 10.8.
First-half and second-half trends
Crusaders leads at halftime in 36% of its games and scores 0.59 goals per game after halftime. Dungannon Swifts leads at halftime in 32% and scores 0.45 after halftime.
When the teams score
Crusaders's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (6 goals). For Dungannon Swifts, it is minutes 16-30 (7 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
NIFL Premiership games average 2.70 goals. Both teams score in 48% of games, and 52% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 2.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Dungannon Swifts display decidedly superior form, backed by recent results: 4 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 fixtures (2.6 points per game), whereas Crusaders have managed just 1 win and suffered 3 defeats (0.8 points per game). The hosts languish in 10th place with a catastrophic home record, featuring a 70% loss rate on their own turf and conceding an average of 2.4 goals per game while scoring just 1.2. Sitting in 4th position, Dungannon Swifts demonstrate solidity on the road with a 45% away win rate and 36% clean sheets, conceding an average of just 1.55 goals. The xG statistics also favor the visitors (1.23 xG For vs 1.21 xG For the hosts), and their 5-match unbeaten run provides a psychological edge. Considering all metrics, Dungannon Swifts are the clear favorites for this encounter.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Crusaders | Dungannon Swifts | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 42% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.14 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.37 | 0.29 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Dungannon Swifts is 225% better for: last-5 form.
0.8 pts / game - Crusaders · 2.6 pts / game - Dungannon Swifts
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Dungannon Swifts is 38% better for: goals allowed per game.
2 goals / game - Crusaders · 1.45 goals / game - Dungannon Swifts
Crusaders scores in 59% of games (13 of 22 meczów), while Dungannon Swifts keeps a clean sheet in 36% (8 of 22 meczów).
Dungannon Swifts scores in 73% of games (16 of 22 meczów), while Crusaders keeps a clean sheet in 9% (2 of 22 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Crusaders
Over / Under - Dungannon Swifts
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Dungannon Swifts is 15% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.18 pts / game - Crusaders · 1.36 pts / game - Dungannon Swifts
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Crusaders - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 36% of games and wins 27%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 0.1 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Dungannon Swifts - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 32% of games and wins 55%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -4 | -4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.4 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 20% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +5 | 0 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (6 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (13). Late-goal balance (76-90): -9 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (7 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Crusaders
Dungannon Swifts
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (NIFL Premiership).
Teams vs league
| Crusaders | Liga | Dungannon Swifts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.27 | 2.70 | • 2.77 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 50% | 48% | ▼ 36% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 68% | 52% | ▼ 50% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 9% | 27% | ▲ 36% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 91% | 75% | ▲ 77% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 86% | 77% | ▼ 68% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Head-to-head
Record from Crusaders's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 1 loss against Dungannon Swifts. Games average 2.50 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Crusaders vs Dungannon Swifts?
The NIFL Premiership match finished Crusaders 2:0 Dungannon Swifts. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Crusaders and Dungannon Swifts?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Crusaders won 1, Dungannon Swifts won 1 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 2.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Crusaders vs Dungannon Swifts?
Crusaders score 1.27 goals per game on average and Dungannon Swifts 1.32. The NIFL Premiership average is 2.70 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 52% of games. Both teams score in 50% of Crusaders's matches and 36% of Dungannon Swifts's.
What form are Crusaders and Dungannon Swifts in?
Over the last 5 games Crusaders have a 1-1-3 record (0.80 points per game) and Dungannon Swifts 4-1-0 (2.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Crusaders vs Dungannon Swifts?
The statistical background for Crusaders vs Dungannon Swifts — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.