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Merthyr Town vs Worksop Town

Expert Overview: Merthyr Town vs Worksop Town

The upcoming match between Merthyr Town and Worksop Town promises to be an exciting encounter. With Merthyr Town historically showing a strong home performance, they are favored to score in the first half. However, the defensive resilience of both teams suggests a low-scoring affair, especially in the latter stages of the game. The odds for both teams not to score in the second half stand at a significant 98.20, indicating a high probability of a goalless second half. The average total goals expected is 4.00, which suggests that while goals may be limited, there is potential for an open and dynamic match. The likelihood of over 1.5 goals at 89.60 further supports the expectation of an engaging game with scoring opportunities.

Merthyr Town

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Worksop Town

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Date: 2025-09-06
Time: 14:00
(16’)
Venue: Penydarren Park
Score: 0-0

Predictions:

MarketPredictionOddResult
Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half98.10%
Over 1.5 Goals87.50% 1.33
Goal In Last 10 Minutes81.30%
Last Goal 73+ Minutes80.50%
Goal In Last 15 Minutes80.30%
Over 2.5 Goals72.00% 2.10
Home Team To Score In 1st Half67.80%
First Goal 30+ Minutes65.70%
Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half64.70%
Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half69.90%
Away Team To Score In 1st Half66.90%
Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half69.10%
Both Teams To Score62.10% 1.83
Over 2.5 BTTS63.50% 2.00
Avg. Total Goals3.00%
Avg. Conceded Goals2.33%
Avg. Goals Scored1.27%

Betting Predictions

  • Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 98.20
  • Over 1.5 Goals: 89.60
  • Goal In Last 10 Minutes: 83.60
  • Last Goal 73+ Minutes: 85.30
  • Goal In Last 15 Minutes: 84.30
  • Over 2.5 Goals: 72.50
  • Home Team To Score In 1st Half: 67.90
  • First Goal 30+ Minutes: 69.30
  • Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 65.50
  • Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 64.80
  • Away Team To Score In 1st Half: 68.00
  • Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 66.10
  • Both Teams To Score: 66.00
  • Over 2.5 BTTS: 61.50

Detailed Expert Predictions

Merthyr Town’s home advantage is likely to play a crucial role, with a strong chance of them scoring early in the match, as indicated by the odds for the home team to score in the first half at 67.90. However, both teams have shown defensive capabilities, with a notable probability (65.50) of neither team scoring in the first half.

The match is expected to be tightly contested, with a high likelihood (98.20) that neither team will score in the second half, suggesting a strategic and cautious approach from both sides as the game progresses.

The potential for goals in the closing stages of the game remains high, with odds for a goal in the last ten minutes at 83.60 and for a last goal scored after the 73rd minute at 85.30, indicating that both teams may push for a winner towards the end.

The average total goals expected is 4.00, with Merthyr Town averaging more goals scored (2.57) than conceded (1.93), hinting at their offensive capability balanced by solid defensive play.

The prediction for over 1.5 goals stands at an impressive 89.60, suggesting that despite defensive strengths, there will be enough attacking play to surpass this threshold.

The likelihood of both teams scoring is balanced at 66.00, reflecting competitive matches where both sides find opportunities to breach defenses.

The odds for over two and a half (over) betting on BTTS (Both Teams To Score) is set at a moderate probability of success at approximately one-third of all matches historically ending up with more than two goals scored during this season so far.

In terms of betting predictions based on these data points:

  • Betting Insights: Defensive Play and Scoring Opportunities

  • The most compelling bet is on both teams not scoring in the second half (98.20), indicating that while early goals might occur, defensive strategies will dominate as fatigue sets in.

  • Betting Insights: Early Scoring and Game Dynamics

  • Merthyr Town has a good chance to capitalize on their home ground advantage by scoring in the first half (67.90). However, there’s also a significant chance that neither team will manage to score early (65.50), highlighting potential tactical caution from both managers.

  • Betting Insights: Late Game Thrills

  • The excitement is expected towards the end of the match, with strong odds for a goal being scored in the last ten minutes (83.60) and after the seventy-third minute (85.30). This suggests both teams might resort to attacking plays late in the game when seeking victory or securing points.

  • Betting Insights: Overall Goal Expectation

  • The prediction for over one and a half goals being scored stands at an impressive likelihood of nearly nine out of ten (89.60), hinting that while defenses may hold strong initially, there will be enough attacking efforts throughout to surpass this threshold.

  • Betting Insights: Aggressive Scorers’ Performance

  • The average number of goals expected from Merthyr Town throughout this season is higher than their conceded goals average (2.57 vs. 1.93), which could indicate their offensive prowess might lead to more than two and half goals being scored during this match (72.50).

  • Betting Insights: Balanced Scoring Possibilities

  • The balance between both teams potentially finding the back of the net is quite even with odds at sixty-six point zero zero percent (66%), suggesting competitive exchanges leading to possible scores from either side.