Northern Ireland. League Cup. Round of 32

Newington vs Ballymena United

Newington
Finished
Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026 20:45 CET
Ballymena United

Match Preview

Can Ballymena United pull off a result at Home Arena? That's the big question ahead of their Northern Ireland. League Cup. Round of 32 trip to face Newington on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, kick-off at 20:45. Located in Germany, the ground will be packed with passionate home supporters. Referee Marco Fritz will have his hands full. Weather: Warm and humid, 25Β°C. Newington could be short-handed without Hoffmann, though Ballymena United have their own worries with Meier in doubt. Historical context: Ballymena United 3 - 1 Newington (2021). Ballymena United 1 - 1 Newington (2025). Ballymena United 4 - 2 Newington (2024). Ballymena United 2 - 3 Newington (2025). Ballymena United 1 - 2 Newington (2023). Prediction: 2:0.

Post-Match Summary

The final whistle has blown at Home Arena. Newington and Ballymena United delivered a memorable Northern Ireland. League Cup. Round of 32 clash, finishing 0:0. The result keeps fans talking and shapes the league standings going forward.

Fan Reactions (15)

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Ralf C. Oct 18, 2026
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Ballymena United have been in fantastic form lately. Defense was rock solid! I'm calling 0:1.

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Uwe G. Oct 19, 2026
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Ballymena United have been in fantastic form lately. We were robbed! I'm calling 4:0.

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Uwe G. Oct 19, 2026
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Ballymena United have been in fantastic form lately. Heartbreaking loss. I'm calling 1:2.

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Klaus D. Oct 19, 2026
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The atmosphere at the stadium will be incredible on Oct 20! Totally deserved win! I think it'll be 3:0.

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Lena D. Oct 19, 2026
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The atmosphere at the stadium will be incredible on Oct 20! Heartbreaking loss. I think it'll be 3:3.

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Jan P. Oct 19, 2026
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I've watched every Newington game this season. The ref was blind! This one ends 3:1 for sure.

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JΓΌrgen T. Oct 19, 2026
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The atmosphere at the stadium will be incredible on Oct 20! Can't believe what I just watched! I think it'll be 1:2.

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Ralf C. Oct 19, 2026
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I've watched every Newington game this season. VAR ruined everything again! This one ends 1:0 for sure.

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Andreas B. Oct 19, 2026
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I've watched every Newington game this season. VAR ruined everything again! This one ends 0:2 for sure.

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Thomas K. Oct 19, 2026
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Newington vs Ballymena United is always a cracker! Pure footballing magic! My money is on 3:2.

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Sophie T. Oct 19, 2026
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Just got my ticket for the match on Oct 20! Pure footballing magic! Hoping for 0:0 in our favor.

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Daniel F. Oct 19, 2026
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No way Ballymena United wins this at Newington's ground. Goalkeeper was a wall! Final score: 3:1.

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Peter S. Oct 19, 2026
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Neutral fan here - just want to see great football. Legendary performance! Expecting 3:3.

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Stefan W. Oct 19, 2026
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Dream match! Newington and Ballymena United always deliver. Best game of the season! Gonna be 4:2.

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Klaus D. Oct 20, 2026
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My dad and I watch every Newington game together. Pure footballing magic! Our prediction: 0:1.