This Premiership encounter sees Ballymena United welcome Portadown to Ballymena Showgrounds, with both sides needing a result this Jan 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM.

Ballymena United are under pressure to rediscover form after a difficult run. Portadown will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, Ballymena United hold the edge with 5 wins to Portadown's 4 in 10 meetings. 1 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw Ballymena United edged it 0-2.

This one promises fireworks — expect full intensity from both sides as the season enters a crucial stretch.