Glenavon vs Glentoran: match statistics
Glentoran is the clear favorite for this encounter. They sit 3rd in the table with an impressive record of 13 wins this season, while Glenavon ranks 12th with just 4 wins and a staggering 19 losses. The visitors' form is excellent—4 wins in the last 5 matches and 2.4 points per game, compared to the hosts' poor disposition (1.2 points per game). Glentoran displays significantly higher offensive efficiency, scoring an average of 1.91 goals per away match with an xG of 1.59, while Glenavon scores only 1 goal on average with an xG of 1.11 at home. Additionally, the visitors boast 45% clean sheets on the road and concede just 1 goal on average per match, which, combined with Glenavon's weak offense (45% of home matches without scoring), gives them a massive advantage. The difference in class and form unequivocally points to a victory for Glentoran.
Glenavon vs Glentoran: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Glenavon played against Glentoran in NIFL Premiership (Northern Ireland). The game was played on January 17, 2026. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Glenavon has 1 win, 0 draws and 4 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.60 points per game. Glentoran has 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss, with 2.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Glenavon scores 0.78 goals per game and allows 2.04. Glentoran scores 1.68 and allows 1.05. Games in this league average 2.74 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 48% of Glenavon's games and 55% of Glentoran's. The Over 2.5 rates are 52% and 45%, compared with league averages of 48% for BTTS and 52% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Glentoran has the higher season xG average, 1.53 to 1.11 per game. Glenavon takes 8.8 shots per game, while Glentoran takes 11.9.
First-half and second-half trends
Glenavon leads at halftime in 17% of its games and scores 0.39 goals per game after halftime. Glentoran leads at halftime in 50% and scores 0.82 after halftime.
When the teams score
Glenavon's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (5 goals). For Glentoran, it is minutes 31-45+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
NIFL Premiership games average 2.74 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 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% 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
Glentoran is the clear favorite for this encounter. They sit 3rd in the table with an impressive record of 13 wins this season, while Glenavon ranks 12th with just 4 wins and a staggering 19 losses. The visitors' form is excellent—4 wins in the last 5 matches and 2.4 points per game, compared to the hosts' poor disposition (1.2 points per game). Glentoran displays significantly higher offensive efficiency, scoring an average of 1.91 goals per away match with an xG of 1.59, while Glenavon scores only 1 goal on average with an xG of 1.11 at home. Additionally, the visitors boast 45% clean sheets on the road and concede just 1 goal on average per match, which, combined with Glenavon's weak offense (45% of home matches without scoring), gives them a massive advantage. The difference in class and form unequivocally points to a victory for Glentoran.
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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
| Glenavon | Glentoran | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 37% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.26 | 0.38 |
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.
Glentoran is 300% better for: last-5 form.
0.6 pts / game - Glenavon · 2.4 pts / game - Glentoran
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.
Glentoran is 115% better for: goals scored per game.
0.78 goals / game - Glenavon · 1.68 goals / game - Glentoran
Glentoran is 94% better for: goals allowed per game.
2.04 goals / game - Glenavon · 1.05 goals / game - Glentoran
Glenavon scores in 52% of games (12 of 23 meczów), while Glentoran keeps a clean sheet in 36% (8 of 22 meczów).
Glentoran scores in 91% of games (20 of 22 meczów), while Glenavon keeps a clean sheet in 4% (1 of 23 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 - Glenavon
Over / Under - Glentoran
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.
Glentoran is 160% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.7 pts / game - Glenavon · 1.82 pts / game - Glentoran
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Glenavon - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 17% of games and wins 17%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Glentoran - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 50% of games and wins 59%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.40 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -3 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.4 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 2.0 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 20% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +4 | +3 |
* 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 61-75 (5 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (15). Late-goal balance (76-90): -12 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (9 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +5 - wins late phases.
* 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
Glenavon
Glentoran
* 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
| Glenavon | Liga | Glentoran | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.83 | 2.74 | • 2.73 |
| Both teams scored | • 48% | 48% | ▲ 55% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 52% | 52% | ▼ 45% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 4% | 28% | ▲ 36% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 87% | 74% | ▲ 77% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 74% | 77% | • 77% |
^ 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
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Glenavon's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 1 loss against Glentoran. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Glenavon vs Glentoran?
The NIFL Premiership match finished Glenavon 1:2 Glentoran. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Glenavon and Glentoran?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Glenavon won 1, Glentoran won 1 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Glenavon vs Glentoran?
Glenavon score 0.78 goals per game on average and Glentoran 1.68. The NIFL Premiership average is 2.74 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 52% of games. Both teams score in 48% of Glenavon's matches and 55% of Glentoran's.
What form are Glenavon and Glentoran in?
Over the last 5 games Glenavon have a 1-0-4 record (0.60 points per game) and Glentoran 4-0-1 (2.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Glenavon vs Glentoran?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.