This Northern Ireland Premier League match pits Crusaders against Carrick Rangers. Crusaders are struggling, reflected in their recent form, losing four of their last five league matches. Their goal difference of -16 underscores defensive frailties, conceding 42 goals in 21 games. Carrick Rangers' recent form, while not stellar, shows more resilience with a draw and a win in their last five. Their goal difference of -8 is better than Crusaders, indicating a slightly tighter defense. The match odds slightly favor Carrick Rangers, and the Asian Handicap is set at 0, suggesting a closely contested game. Given Crusaders' poor defensive record and Carrick Rangers' slight advantage in form and odds, a bet on Carrick Rangers to win seems sensible. The Over/Under is set at 2.75. Considering both teams' goal-scoring records and defensive vulnerabilities, coupled with the odds, a cautious approach is advised. Therefore, the prediction leans towards Under 2.75 goals. Considering the recent form and odds, I predict a narrow win for Carrick Rangers. The match is likely to be a low-scoring affair, with Carrick Rangers' slightly better defensive record giving them an edge.