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Dungannon Swifts have had a tough campaign to date and hosting the Crusaders is unlikely to make it easier. Will they be able to grab a result? Find out with our Dungannon Swifts vs Crusaders preview here along with the predictions and free tips we mention along the way.
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Crusaders to lead at the interval
Dungannon Swifts have lost three consecutive games, where they did not score a single goal; because of their lack of goals, they have a tendency to concede the first goal. Keith Boyd’s men allowed the first goal in all of their last eight games. In contrast, Crusaders tend to start strong, and as a result, they usually score first; Stephen Baxter’s men drew first blood in four of their last five games. It’s been the same case with clashes between these sides; as Crusaders scored first in six of their last seven meetings with Dungannon Swifts. It’s worth noting that Crusaders led at half-time in three of the last four encounters between these teams; with this in mind, we should expect Crusaders to take the lead before half-time.
Goals for both teams
These are two teams that concede a lot of goals. Dungannon Swifts have struggled a lot defensively over the past few months; they conceded goals in all of their last 12 games. Just like Dungannon Swifts, Crusaders have conceded their fair share of goals; they’ve seen their defence breached in their last three, and six of their last seven games. Conversely, Crusaders have been consistent when it comes to scoring goals; they found the back of the net in all of those seven games. Both teams scored in six of Crusader’s last seven games; considering how both teams concede goals, we believe that both teams will find the net.
Goals, goals, goals
Dungannon Swifts have conceded the most goals in the Premiership this season; they allowed 77 goals in 32 league games. On the other hand, Crusaders have scored and conceded a lot of goals; because of that, their games have mostly been high-scoring. Six of Crusader’s last seven games went above the 2.5 goal line. Furthermore, when these teams meet, they tend to score lots of goals; seven of their last nine clashes saw more than three goals scored. With this in mind, we’re predicting a high-scoring affair.
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Dungannon Swifts vs Crusaders: Team News
Dungannon Swifts
Things have not gone too well for Dungannon Swifts recently; they are coming off three consecutive losses, and they’ve lost seven of their last eight games. Keith Boyd’s men will hope to right their wrongs as they host Crusaders; will Rhyss Campbell be able to provide the goals?
Crusaders
In contrast, Crusaders have enjoyed some good form the past couple of weeks; they’ve won their last two, and four of their last five games across all competitions. Stephen Baxter’s men will hope to get their fifth win in six games; it’s worth keeping an eye on Ben Kennedy.
The final word on Dungannon Swifts vs Crusaders
- Who are the bookies favourites? Crusaders
- When is kick off? 3 pm GMT
- Where is the game being played? Stangmore Park
