Cliftonville vs Coleraine Head-to-Head Stats and Form Comparison

When we look at the raw statistics, both teams appear to be in form, but applying the Strength of Schedule filter reveals a much clearer picture.

Coleraine has faced significantly tougher opposition (SoS: 45.4) compared to Cliftonville (SoS: 33.9). This means Coleraine's statistics carry more weight, as they were achieved against higher-caliber opponents.

Coleraine's attack is on another level, averaging 2.8 goals per match with M. Shevlin leading the charge with 9 goals. Cliftonville manages just 1.0 per match.

Defensively, Coleraine is far superior, conceding just 1.0 goals per match with 3 clean sheets, while Cliftonville leaks 2.0 per match.

Coleraine has not faced any elite-level opponents in their recent matches, making it difficult to assess their ceiling.

The home advantage factor favors Coleraine, who boasts a 100% home win rate. Playing in front of their fans could be the decisive factor.

Coleraine is a strong road team with a 67% away win rate, suggesting they can perform regardless of venue.

Based on the combined statistics, expect 3.4 total goals. Over 2.5 goals is the statistical lean, with both teams to score being likely.

Based on our comprehensive analysis including opponent quality adjustment, Coleraine is the clear and decisive favorite. Their superiority across attack (89.0), defense (63.6), and form (76.3) leaves little room for doubt. Cliftonville will need an exceptional performance to compete.

These teams have faced each other 2 times in their recent matches, adding extra spice to this rivalry. In their recent Irish Premiership match (2026-04-11), Coleraine prevailed 6-2 against Cliftonville. This result provides valuable insight into how these teams match up against each other. Coleraine secured this victory at home, where they tend to be strongest. However, the next encounter could present a different challenge if the venue changes. The 6-2 scoreline was emphatic — Coleraine completely dominated Cliftonville in that encounter, raising serious questions about Cliftonville's ability to compete at this level. Cliftonville will be eager to avenge this defeat. The desire for revenge can be a powerful motivator, and they may come into the next meeting with extra determination. Coleraine will carry a psychological advantage from this recent victory. Knowing you've beaten your opponent recently provides a significant confidence boost. In their recent Irish Premiership match (2026-03-14), Coleraine prevailed 1-0 against Cliftonville. This result provides valuable insight into how these teams match up against each other. Coleraine secured this victory at home, where they tend to be strongest. However, the next encounter could present a different challenge if the venue changes. The narrow 1-0 result shows how tight these encounters are. A single moment of quality or a tactical tweak could swing the next meeting either way. Cliftonville will be eager to avenge this defeat. The desire for revenge can be a powerful motivator, and they may come into the next meeting with extra determination. Coleraine will carry a psychological advantage from this recent victory. Knowing you've beaten your opponent recently provides a significant confidence boost.