As Linfield and Cliftonville FC prepare to clash in the Northern Ireland Premiership on 21.08.2026, the excitement builds. This matchup is one of the most evenly matched games of the season, where strategy and skill will play critical roles. We've analyzed the strengths and weaknesses of Linfield and Cliftonville FC, bringing you a detailed prediction that could influence your betting strategy. Whether you're rooting for Linfield or Cliftonville FC, our insights will provide valuable information to consider before the match begins.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glentoran | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 2 | Cliftonville FC | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 3 | Ballymena United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 7 | Dungannon Swifts | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 8 | Linfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
| 9 | Larne | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0 |
Linfield vs Cliftonville FC Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | Linfield | Cliftonville FC | 25.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premiership | Cliftonville FC | Linfield | 01.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| Premiership | Cliftonville FC | Linfield | 02.11.2025 | 0-0 |
| Premiership | Linfield | Cliftonville FC | 24.08.2025 | 1-0 |
| Premiership | Linfield | Cliftonville FC | 25.01.2025 | 2-1 |
| Premiership | Linfield | Cliftonville FC | 26.10.2024 | 1-2 |
| Premiership | Cliftonville FC | Linfield | 17.09.2024 | 0-0 |
| Irish Cup | Cliftonville FC | Linfield | 04.05.2024 | 3-1 |
| Premiership | Linfield | Cliftonville FC | 27.04.2024 | 1-1 |
| Premiership | Cliftonville FC | Linfield | 20.02.2024 | 0-3 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | Linfield | Kilmarnock | 04.07.2026 | 2-3 |
| Premiership | Linfield | Dungannon Swifts | 12.05.2026 | 3-1 |
| Premiership | Linfield | Cliftonville FC | 25.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premiership | Linfield | Coleraine FC | 18.04.2026 | 0-3 |
| Premiership | Linfield | Larne | 11.04.2026 | 0-2 |
| Premiership | Dungannon Swifts | Linfield | 07.04.2026 | 1-3 |
| Premiership | Glentoran | Linfield | 28.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| Premiership | Carrick Rangers | Linfield | 20.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| League Cup | Glentoran | Linfield | 15.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| Premiership | Linfield | Portadown | 10.03.2026 | 3-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | Cliftonville FC | Hibernian | 04.07.2026 | 1-5 |
| Premiership | Cliftonville FC | Dungannon Swifts | 09.05.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premiership | Linfield | Cliftonville FC | 25.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premiership | Cliftonville FC | Dungannon Swifts | 18.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Premiership | Coleraine FC | Cliftonville FC | 11.04.2026 | 6-2 |
| Premiership | Cliftonville FC | Glentoran | 07.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Irish Cup | Cliftonville FC | Dungannon Swifts | 03.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| Premiership | Larne | Cliftonville FC | 28.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| Premiership | Cliftonville FC | Ballymena United | 21.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| Premiership | Glentoran | Cliftonville FC | 18.03.2026 | 3-0 |
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C. Shields | Republic of Ireland | 35 | Midfielder | 188 | 70 |
| K. McClean | Northern Ireland | 27 | Midfielder | 183 | n/a |
| B. Hall | Northern Ireland | 29 | Defender | 185 | 79 |
| J. Mulgrew | Northern Ireland | 40 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| C. Johns | Northern Ireland | 31 | Goalkeeper | 183 | 84 |
| S. Whiteside | Northern Ireland | 29 | Defender | 188 | 80 |
| C. Ballantyne | Scotland | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| E. McGee | Northern Ireland | 23 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| D. Walsh | Northern Ireland | 24 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| E. East | Scotland | 26 | Defender | 183 | 77 |
| C. McKee | Northern Ireland | 24 | Attacker | 181 | n/a |
| M. Fitzpatrick | Northern Ireland | 31 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Dane Neil McCullough | Northern Ireland | 22 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Yates | Scotland | 24 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| K. Offord | Scotland | 22 | Attacker | 171 | n/a |
| S. Brown | Northern Ireland | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| R. Annett | Northern Ireland | 21 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| R. McKay | Northern Ireland | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Orr | Northern Ireland | 19 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| D. Rooney | Northern Ireland | 17 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conor Falls | England | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
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