Carrick Rangers welcome Dungannon Swifts at Taylors Avenue, Carrickfergus on Saturday, Dec 12 at 4:00 PM in a Premiership fixture that's tighter on paper than the positions suggest — just 0 points split them in the table.

Carrick Rangers come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Dungannon Swifts are struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), making this a relatively even contest on current form. Carrick Rangers won their last outing, while Dungannon Swifts suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

Despite playing at home, Carrick Rangers face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Dungannon Swifts have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Carrick Rangers won 1–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.4 per game in recent meetings.

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