Expert Overview: Scunthorpe Utd vs Tamworth
The upcoming match between Scunthorpe United and Tamworth presents an intriguing scenario for bettors, given the competitive nature of both teams. With Scunthorpe United being the home team, they have a slight edge in the betting odds to win the match at 49.60. However, both teams are known for their attacking play, as indicated by the high over 1.5 goals odds at 88.70 and over 2.5 goals at 62.80. The average total goals expected in this match is 3.46, suggesting a high-scoring game.
The likelihood of a high-card game is also significant, with under 5.5 cards at 86.50 and under 4.5 cards at 52.70, indicating a potentially aggressive match with several bookings.
Scunthorpe Utd
Tamworth
(FT)
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 5.5 Cards | 87.80% | (3-1) | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 89.60% | (3-1) 1.20 | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 80.00% | (3-1) 1-1 1H 1.33 | |
| Both Teams To Score | 74.70% | (3-1) 1.62 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 73.20% | (3-1) | |
| Home Team To Score In 1st Half | 67.90% | (3-1) | |
| First Goal Between Minute 0-29 | 68.20% | (3-1) | |
| Away Team To Score In 2nd Half | 61.70% | (3-1) | |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 63.40% | (3-1) 1.66 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 60.00% | (3-1) | |
| Last Goal 73+ Minutes | 57.30% | (3-1) | |
| Sum of Goals 2 or 3 | 61.60% | (3-1) | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 56.20% | (3-1) | |
| Away Team To Score In 1st Half | 54.50% | (3-1) | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 53.30% | (3-1) | |
| Goal In Last 15 Minutes | 54.10% | (3-1) | |
| Over 2.5 BTTS | 52.20% | (3-1) 2.00 | |
| Home Team To Win | 51.10% | (3-1) 1.91 | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 3.16% | (3-1) | |
| Yellow Cards | 3.42% | (3-1) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.11% | (3-1) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 2.04% | (3-1) | |
| Red Cards | 0.85% | (3-1) |
Betting Predictions
- Over 1.5 Goals: Odds at 88.70 suggest a high probability of more than one goal being scored.
- Both Teams To Score: With odds of 74.20, it’s likely both teams will find the back of the net.
- Home Team To Score In 1st Half: At odds of 68.20, Scunthorpe United are expected to score early.
- Away Team To Score In Both Halves: Odds of 54.00 for the first half and 63.80 for the second half indicate Tamworth will likely score in both periods.
- Over 2.5 Goals: Odds at 62.80 suggest a match with potentially three or more goals.
- Last Goal After Minute 73: Odds at 57.30 indicate that late goals are likely in this match.
- Avg Total Goals: Expected to be around 3.46, pointing towards an exciting and dynamic game.
- Avg Goals Scored and Conceded: Scunthorpe United is expected to score around 2.81 goals while conceding about 2.54.
- Avg Yellow Cards: Approximately 3.12 yellow cards are expected, aligning with the higher card count predictions.
- Avg Red Cards: With an average of only 0.65 red cards, major disciplinary actions are less likely but possible.
Tactical Insights
Considering the betting odds and historical performance, Scunthorpe United may focus on an aggressive start to capitalize on home advantage, while Tamworth could aim for resilience and counter-attacks to exploit any gaps left by Scunthorpe’s offensive strategy.
Possible Outcomes
- The match could see a flurry of goals early on, especially with both teams likely to score within the first half.
- The aggressive play might result in a high number of yellow cards, aligning with the under 5.5 cards prediction.
- Late goals after minute 73 could be pivotal, given the odds favoring such outcomes.
- The dynamic nature of this match suggests that either team could secure a win or even draw if defensive strategies are effectively employed in the latter stages.
Betting Strategy Recommendations
- Bet on over 1.5 goals or over 2.5 goals to capitalize on the expected high-scoring nature of the game.
- Consider both teams scoring bets due to strong offensive capabilities from both sides.
- Late goals could offer value bets, especially given the specific odds for goals after minute 73.
- Monitor early game dynamics closely for potential bets on which team scores first or within specific time frames.
Summary Insights
The match is anticipated to be an entertaining encounter with multiple scoring opportunities and possible disciplinary actions reflected in card predictions.