Queen's University host Ballinamallard United at Upper Malone, Belfast on Saturday, Oct 10 at 4:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 2 points in the Championship, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Queen's University come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Ballinamallard United travel in good form (3W 1D 1L recently), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Queen's University head into this on the back of a defeat, while Ballinamallard United arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Queen's University face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Ballinamallard United have won 6 of 8 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

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