Carrick Rangers to Edge Crusaders in Close Encounter

This Northern Ireland Premier League match between Crusaders and Carrick Rangers presents an intriguing contest. Analyzing the provided data, a lean towards Carrick Rangers seems reasonable. Carrick Rangers' recent form, while mixed, displays a resilience that could prove decisive. Their away form, though not stellar, has seen them compete, and they've shown the ability to score. In contrast, Crusaders have struggled, particularly at home, suffering heavy defeats in recent matches. Their goal difference (-16) underlines defensive frailties. The recent form data indicates Crusaders have conceded a significant number of goals in their home games. Furthermore, Crusaders' recent home record shows they are struggling to find the back of the net. The match odds slightly favour Carrick Rangers, reflecting a perceived advantage. The Asian Handicap at 0 is interesting; given the teams' respective forms, a small stake on Carrick Rangers to win, or at least draw, seems prudent. Based on the over/under odds and recent match scoring patterns, a 'Under' bet on goals seems the smarter option, given both team's defensive vulnerabilities. Considering these factors, I predict a Carrick Rangers victory in a match likely to feature a low number of goals.