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

On paper, these teams are closely aligned, and the data backs that up. Raw statistics can be misleading without context, but strength-of-opponent adjustments reinforce just how competitive this matchup is. Neither side has padded their numbers against weak opposition.

Both teams have faced similar levels of opposition (SoS: 45.1 vs 46.1), making the raw statistics a reliable comparison tool in this matchup.

Dungannon (1.8 goals per match) and Cliftonville (1.6 goals per match) present comparable offensive threats, making this an evenly contested attacking matchup.

Both defenses are comparable, with Dungannon conceding 1.0 and Cliftonville conceding 0.8 per match.

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

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

Cliftonville is a strong road performer with a 67% away win rate, proving they can deliver results regardless of venue.

Crunching the numbers, this match averages out to 2.6 total goals. Going Over 2.5 carries the stronger statistical case, with the BTTS market looking possible given current form.

📈 Form Momentum: Dungannon has been remarkably consistent, maintaining a steady 2.0 points per game over their last 10 matches. This stability makes them a predictable but reliable force.

🔥 Form Momentum: Cliftonville is in scorching form, winning 7 of their last 10 matches with 16 goals scored. This level of consistency is difficult to sustain but devastating while it lasts.

📊 Key Trend: Both teams are on upward trajectories. Dungannon has won 6 of their last 5, while Cliftonville has won 7. This clash of momentum makes the outcome particularly unpredictable.

⚠️ Risk Factor: In matches this evenly balanced, the deciding factor often comes down to set pieces and individual errors. Both teams should be wary of complacency in a match where neither side has a clear edge.

💡 Why This Matters: Cliftonville's superior Strength of Schedule means their statistics were earned against tougher opponents. A team that performs well against strong opposition is more likely to maintain that level in any given match.

This is a genuine coin-flip. Both teams are remarkably evenly matched across all metrics, and the outcome will likely be decided by small margins on the day.

These teams have faced each other 2 times in their recent matches, adding extra spice to this rivalry. In their recent Irish Premiership match (2026-05-09), Dungannon prevailed 1-2 against Cliftonville. This result provides valuable insight into how these teams match up against each other. Notably, Dungannon achieved this result away from home, which is particularly impressive. Winning on the road against Cliftonville shows genuine quality and mental strength. The narrow 1-2 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. Dungannon 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 (2026-04-18), Cliftonville prevailed 1-0 against Dungannon. This result provides valuable insight into how these teams match up against each other. Cliftonville 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. Dungannon 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. Cliftonville will carry a psychological advantage from this recent victory. Knowing you've beaten your opponent recently provides a significant confidence boost.