General Expert Overview
The upcoming Stoke City vs Walsall match on 2025-08-12 at 18:45 is expected to be a closely contested fixture. Both teams have shown varying performances in their recent matches, making this a potentially unpredictable encounter. Stoke City, playing at home, might have the advantage of familiarity with the pitch and support from the crowd, but Walsall’s recent away form could pose a significant challenge. The odds suggest a balanced expectation for goals, with ‘Over 1.5 Goals’ being favored at 72.70%, indicating a moderately high-scoring game is anticipated by bookmakers.
Stoke City
Walsall
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 Goals | 72.20% | 1.25 Make Bet | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 60.70% | Make Bet | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 57.90% | Make Bet | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 51.70% | 2.00 Make Bet | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 50.70% | 2.00 Make Bet |
Betting Predictions
Over 1.5 Goals
The prediction for ‘Over 1.5 Goals’ stands at 72.70%, suggesting that there is a strong expectation for at least two goals to be scored in the match. This could be due to both teams having offensive capabilities that might lead to more than one goal being scored.
Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half
The odds for ‘Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half’ are set at 60.30%. This indicates that bookmakers believe Walsall might struggle to break through Stoke City’s defense early in the game, possibly due to Stoke’s stronger home performance and defensive setup.
Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half
‘Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half’ is priced at 61.70%. This suggests that despite playing at home, Stoke City may face challenges in scoring early, possibly due to Walsall’s solid defensive strategies or Stoke’s need to adapt to Walsall’s playing style.
Under 2.5 Goals
The ‘Under 2.5 Goals’ market is valued at 49.20%, indicating an almost even split among bookmakers regarding whether the total goals will be low or high. This reflects uncertainty about whether both teams will manage to find the back of the net multiple times.
Both Teams Not to Score
The ‘Both Teams Not to Score’ option is also at 49.20%, suggesting that there is a considerable expectation for a goalless draw, especially considering both teams’ defensive capabilities and potential strategic focus on maintaining a clean sheet.