Linfield won 1-0 against Crusaders in the Premiership. Before the match, Crusaders were 11th in the Premiership table with Linfield in 4th. In 14 previous meetings (2008–2026), Crusaders have won 1, Linfield 13, with 0 draws. Crusaders had scored 38 goals this season (1.2 per game), Linfield had 56 (1.7 per game). Linfield scored through Matthew Fitzpatrick (8'). Match stats: possession 38%-62%, shots 6-16, on target 4-7, corners 4-14. Explore the full timeline, stats breakdown and player performances.
Goal scorers
Linfield:Matthew Fitzpatrick (8')
Key stats
Possession: Crusaders 38% · Linfield 62% · Total shots: 6-16 · On target: 4-7 · Corners: 4-14
