Cliftonville host Carrick Rangers at Solitude, Belfast on Saturday, Oct 31 at 4:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 0 points in the Premiership, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Cliftonville come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 0D 1L). Carrick Rangers are in mixed form (2W 0D 0L), making this a relatively even contest on current form. Cliftonville head into this on the back of a defeat, while Carrick Rangers arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

History strongly favours Cliftonville here — they've won 8 of 10 previous meetings against Carrick Rangers. Their last encounter ended in Carrick Rangers won 4–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

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