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AI Match Summary
Athlone play Cork City in the Division 1. It looks like a close match. Recently, Athlone averaged 0.93 goals scored and 1.41 conceded. Cork City averaged 1.86 goals scored and 0.61 conceded. In past meetings, Athlone won 2, Cork City won 2, and they drew 1. Their last match on May 22, 2026 ended 0:3. Our numbers estimate xG of 0.32 for Athlone and 1.81 for Cork City. This points to a Cork City double chance or over markets.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
- Athlone picked up more points recently compared to Cork City.
- Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (0.32 vs 1.81 xG).
- Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the visitors.
- Strong defensive structures favor a low-scoring, controlled fixture.
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Athlone | Cork City |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 29 | 28 |
| Wins | 6 | 20 |
| Draws | 9 | 4 |
| Losses | 14 | 4 |
| Goals Scored | 0.93 | 1.86 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.41 | 0.61 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 0.38 | 2.38 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.25 | 0.25 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Key Player Impact Analysis
Key performers and expected goal involvement factors
Athlone Compare
Cork City Compare
Sokapicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Attack & Defence Capability Index
Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
Value Bet Detector (+EV)
Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds
Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations
Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries
Sokapicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Athlone scored in 62% of their last 29 games.
Cork City let in goals in 54% of their last 28 matches.
Games between these two average 2.80 goals.
Athlone went unbeaten in 2 of their last 5 games.
Cork City lost 0 of their last 5 games.
Interactive Team Comparison Slider
Side-by-side comparison of team metrics
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cork City | 22 | 17 | 3 | 2 | 43:11 | 54 |
| 2 | UC Dublin | 22 | 11 | 3 | 8 | 36:21 | 36 |
| 3 | Bray | 22 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 40:30 | 34 |
| 4 | Cobh Ramblers | 22 | 9 | 4 | 9 | 25:30 | 31 |
| 5 | Longford | 22 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 23:27 | 28 |
| 6 | Wexford | 22 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 25:30 | 27 |
| 7 | Kerry | 22 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 22:27 | 25 |
| 8 | Athlone | 22 | 6 | 6 | 10 | 19:27 | 24 |
| 9 | Finn Harps | 22 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 20:37 | 22 |
| 10 | Treaty United | 22 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 21:34 | 20 |