Oldham Athletic vs Walsall Expert Analysis
The upcoming match between Oldham Athletic and Walsall promises to be a tightly contested affair. Given the data, several betting markets stand out as particularly noteworthy. The likelihood of both teams not scoring in the second half is significant at 91.60%, suggesting a defensive struggle might ensue as the game progresses. Additionally, the odds for under 5.5 cards at 76.10% indicate that while there may be some tension, excessive bookings are unlikely. This match appears poised for a low-scoring outcome, with under 2.5 goals being favored at 64.00%. Such predictions hint at a strategic game where both teams may prioritize defense over attacking play.
Oldham Athletic
Walsall
(FT)
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 86.30% | (0-1) 0-0 2H 1.29 | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 75.70% | (0-1) | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 80.80% | (0-1) | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 73.40% | (0-1) 0-1 1H 1.15 | |
| Draw In First Half | 65.90% | (0-1) 0-1 1H 1.95 | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 69.30% | (0-1) 1.58 | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 64.80% | (0-1) | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 59.00% | (0-1) 1.44 | |
| Under 0.5 Goals HT | 57.20% | (0-1) 0-1 1H 2.50 | |
| Away Team To Score In 2nd Half | 56.00% | (0-1) | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 53.90% | (0-1) | |
| First Goal 30+ Minutes | 56.80% | (0-1) | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 54.30% | (0-1) | |
| Last Goal Minute 0-72 | 55.70% | (0-1) | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.81% | (0-1) | |
| Yellow Cards | 1.69% | (0-1) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 1.38% | (0-1) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.43% | (0-1) |
Prediction Highlights
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: At 91.60%, this suggests a high probability that neither team will find the net after halftime, indicating a potential stalemate.
- Under 5.5 Cards: With odds of 76.10%, it’s likely that there will be fewer than six cards shown during the match, pointing to disciplined play.
- Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: At 79.00%, Oldham Athletic may struggle to break the deadlock early in the game.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: With odds of 70.30%, this suggests that neither side will score in the opening period, setting up an intriguing second half.
- Draw In First Half: Odds of 65.80% indicate that the first half could end without a winner, maintaining suspense throughout the match.
- Under 2.5 Goals: At 64.00%, it’s expected that the total number of goals will be limited, underscoring a defensive battle.
- Under 4.5 Cards: With odds of 66.30%, there is a strong chance that fewer than five cards will be issued, suggesting controlled aggression from both sides.
- Away Team To Score In 2nd Half: At 58.80%, Walsall has a decent chance of breaking through Oldham’s defense in the latter stages of the game.
- Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: With odds of 56.70%, Oldham might fail to score after halftime, further emphasizing defensive strategies.
- First Goal 30+ Minutes: At 56.30%, this indicates that any goal is likely to come after the first half-hour, suggesting a cautious start from both teams.
- Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: With odds of 55.90%, Walsall might find it challenging to open the scoring early on.
- Last Goal Minute 0-72: At 56.80%, if there is a decisive goal, it is likely to occur within the first three-quarters of an hour, setting the tone for the remainder of the match.
The average statistics further support these predictions: with an average total goals expectation of 3.31 and yellow cards at 1.59, this match is expected to be competitive yet disciplined. Both teams have an average goal tally close to one another—Oldham scoring around 1.48 goals and conceding approximately 1.53—highlighting their balanced attacking and defensive capabilities.