Ballymena United host Cliftonville at Ballymena Showgrounds, Ballymena on Saturday, Nov 28 at 4:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 3 points in the Premiership, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Ballymena United come into this fixture in mixed form (1W 0D 1L). Cliftonville, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 0D 0L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Ballymena United head into this on the back of a defeat, while Cliftonville arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

In 10 previous meetings, Ballymena United lead 3–5 with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 2–2 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Ballymena United a slight edge, but Cliftonville are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.