On 08.09.2026, the Northern Ireland Premiership brings an uneven match between Larne and Bangor. While Larne is clearly the stronger team, surprises can happen. Check out our in-depth preview, see past performances, and place your bets on Larne to shine!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Glentoran | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7/6 | 6 |
| 8 | Larne | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2/1 | 4 |
| 9 | Ballymena United | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6/6 | 4 |
| 10 | Bangor | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2/11 | 1 |
| 11 | Limavady United | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1/8 | 0 |
Larne vs Bangor Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | Larne | Bangor | 23.01.2026 | 2-1 |
| League Cup | Larne | Bangor | 04.11.2025 | 2-1 |
| Premiership | Larne | Bangor | 25.10.2025 | 1-1 |
| Premiership | Bangor | Larne | 06.09.2025 | 0-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Bangor | Larne | 07.07.2023 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Bangor | Larne | 06.08.2022 | 0-3 |
| Irish Cup | Bangor | Larne | 08.01.2022 | 0-5 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | Larne | Glentoran | 04.09.2026 | 2-1 |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | Larne | Lincoln Red Imps FC | 27.08.2026 | 0-3 |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | Lincoln Red Imps FC | Larne | 20.08.2026 | 0-2 |
| Premiership | Coleraine FC | Larne | 15.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| UEFA Europa League | FC Iberia 1999 | Larne | 11.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| UEFA Europa League | Larne | FC Iberia 1999 | 04.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| UEFA Champions League | FK Crvena Zvezda | Larne | 29.07.2026 | 5-0 |
| UEFA Champions League | Larne | FK Crvena Zvezda | 21.07.2026 | 0-4 |
| UEFA Champions League | Larne | Tre Fiori | 14.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| UEFA Champions League | Tre Fiori | Larne | 07.07.2026 | 0-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | Bangor | Ballymena United | 05.09.2026 | 2-2 |
| Premiership | Bangor | Carrick Rangers | 29.08.2026 | 0-4 |
| Premiership | Dungannon Swifts | Bangor | 22.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| Premiership | Bangor | Cliftonville FC | 15.08.2026 | 0-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Dergview | Bangor | 01.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Ballinamallard United | Bangor | 31.07.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Newry City AFC | Bangor | 28.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Dundela | Bangor | 25.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Oxford Sunnyside | Bangor | 21.07.2026 | 1-5 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Moyola Park | Bangor | 18.07.2026 | 1-2 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Larne VS Bangor
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Larne vs Bangor
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Larne vs Bangor
There are matches where the result feels inevitable before a ball is even kicked. Larne vs Bangor in the Northern Ireland Premiership is one of those nights.
Let's be honest about what the data is telling us. Bangor have played four league games this season and have just one point to show for it. They've shipped eleven goals. Eleven. That's not a defensive blip — that's a team in serious trouble.
Larne, by contrast, have won both their league outings and sit on four points with a positive goal difference. More importantly, they've been doing this to Bangor for years. Look at the head-to-head record and the pattern is almost uncomfortable. Larne have won six of their seven meetings, including a 5-0 Irish Cup hammering and a 3-0 friendly demolition. The one draw between these sides came back in October 2025 — and even then, Larne bounced back to win the very next meeting 2-1.
Here's what the casual fan might miss — Bangor's defensive collapse isn't just a numbers quirk. They've conceded four to Carrick Rangers, three to Cliftonville, and two to Dungannon Swifts already this campaign. These are not elite opponents. When a side that's been playing Champions League football, as Larne have this summer, runs at that backline, the result could get ugly fast.
Don't be fooled by Larne's recent European exits. Those losses to Red Star Belgrade and Lincoln Red Imps are completely expected at that level. Domestically, Larne are sharp, organized, and ruthless in front of goal — remember the 8-0 they put past Dungannon Swifts just last April.
From a betting perspective, the odds tell a clear story. Larne at 1.15 is short, yes, but rightfully so. The real value here sits in the Asian handicap markets and total goals. I'd strongly consider Larne -1.5 on the handicap, and Over 2.5 goals looks almost generous given Bangor's defensive record. A Larne clean win with three or more goals wouldn't surprise me one bit.
My bold prediction? Larne win 3-0, with the opener arriving inside the first twenty minutes as Bangor's fragile backline cracks early under home pressure.
This isn't just a football match — it's a statement night for Larne. And Bangor look like the perfect opponents to make it.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R. Ferguson | Scotland | 28 | Goalkeeper | 188 cm | 86 kg |
| R. Doherty | Republic of Ireland | 30 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. Graham | Northern Ireland | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| P. O'Neill | Northern Ireland | 26 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| C. Gallagher | Northern Ireland | 27 | Midfielder | 175 cm | 70 kg |
| T. Cosgrove | Northern Ireland | 33 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| J. McEneff | Republic of Ireland | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| C. McKendry | Northern Ireland | 27 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Dylan Graham | Northern Ireland | 21 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| M. Lusty | Northern Ireland | 23 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| D. Bent | England | 30 | Defender | 185 | n/a |
| B. Magee | Northern Ireland | 24 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| M. Ridley | England | 26 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| J. Simpson | Northern Ireland | 19 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M. Ferguson | Northern Ireland | 30 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. McArthur | Northern Ireland | 27 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| T. Mathieson | Northern Ireland | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| M. Halliday | Northern Ireland | 47 | Attacker | 178 cm | 71 kg |
| B. Cushnie | Northern Ireland | 25 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| L. Harrison | Northern Ireland | 27 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| G. Beattie | Northern Ireland | 35 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| B. Arthurs | Northern Ireland | 28 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| D. Hume | Northern Ireland | 34 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Orbinson | Northern Ireland | 31 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| A. Harris | Northern Ireland | 35 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| A. Neale | Northern Ireland | 33 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| B. Walker | Northern Ireland | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| T. Mulvenna | Northern Ireland | 28 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| M. Watterson | Northern Ireland | 21 | Attacker | 168 cm | n/a |
| C. Craig | Northern Ireland | 21 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| M. Gray | Northern Ireland | 19 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| K. Reid | Northern Ireland | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. Redford | Northern Ireland | 20 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| C. McKee | Northern Ireland | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
Larne vs Bangor match odds
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