LONDON (Interstat) — Ballymena United and Crusaders will meet in a pivotal Northern Irish Premiership fixture on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, at Ballymena Showgrounds.

The match is a rematch of a 1-1 draw between the sides on Sept. 20. Crusaders (6-8-0) enter on the heels of a decisive 4-1 victory over Glenavon on Nov. 15, a result that snapped a four-game losing streak across all competitions. Their form has been inconsistent, with recent losses to Dungannon Swifts, Glentoran and Bangor.

Ballymena United (5-8-1) last played on Nov. 8, securing a 3-2 win over Bangor. That victory provided a boost after a three-match losing skid against Larne, Linfield and Glentoran.

Statistical projections for the derby are conflicting. The Interstat game simulator forecasts a 2-1 victory for Crusaders. However, the same service’s ELO rating system gives Ballymena United a 66.60 percent probability of winning.

Following this match, Crusaders face a quick turnaround with a trip to Linfield on Tuesday, Nov. 25. Ballymena United’s next fixture is away to Glenavon on Saturday, Nov. 29.