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Braintree vs Fulham U21 - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions
England
National League Cup Rare Breed Meat Co. Stadium, Braintree 
Match Events
18'
18'
Paternoster V.
46'
46'
Sub
Taylor A. In: Gomins M.
Out: Taylor A.
58'
58'
Gomins M.
AI Match Summary
First leg ended 2-1. This leg finished 2-1.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
51%
15%
34%
Draw rate projection: 15% Favored: Braintree
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
51%
/ Medium Confidence
- Braintree haven't matched Fulham U21's recent run of results.
- 51% — that's where the model lands on Braintree taking it.
- Fulham U21 arrive in better shape, but cup ties don't always follow form.
- Historical meetings favor Fulham U21, who have won 1 of the last 2 encounters.
- High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 92%).
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Over 0.5 Goals 99%
Over 1.5 Goals 93%
Over 2.5 Goals 92%
Over 3.5 Goals 46.5%
Over 4.5 Goals 21%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 81.4%
Braintree Clean Sheet 10%
Fulham U21 Clean Sheet 10%
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Braintree | Fulham U21 |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 27 | 29 |
| Wins | 10 | 13 |
| Draws | 2 | 3 |
| Losses | 15 | 13 |
| Goals Scored | 1.74 | 2.14 |
| Goals Conceded | 2.11 | 2.03 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.67 | 2.31 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Sep 8, 2026 National League Cup
Braintree vs Fulham U21
2:1
Jul 25, 2025 Club Friendly
Braintree vs Fulham U21
0:1
Key Player Impact Analysis
Key performers and expected goal involvement factors
Braintree Compare
Top Goalscorer Paternoster V.
1 Goals Assists Leader Bolovan A.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.28
Avg xA / game 0.83
Fulham U21 Compare
Top Goalscorer Kusi Asare J.
1 Goals Avg xG / game 2.1
Avg xA / game 1.28
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Braintree 56 / 100
Fulham U21 18 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).
Attack & Defence Capability Index
Braintree Fulham U21
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
Primary Pick Braintree Win (1)
Secondary Pick Over 2.5 Goals or BTTS Yes
Correct Score 2:1
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Braintree's goal record stands at 89% scoring rate across 27 recent games.
Fulham U21 has conceded goals in 86% of their last 29 outings.
Games between these two average 2.00 goals.
Recent resilience: Braintree stayed unbeaten in 3 of the last 5 games.
Scoring Trends
Braintree VS Fulham U21
1.63 Goals Scored 1.86
2.75 Goals Conceded 1.71
100% Over 1.5 86%
100% Over 2.5 86%
50% Over 3.5 43%
Recent Form & Match History
Braintree
(Home) 03 Nov
Braintree
3 : 1 Norwich U21
31 Oct
Braintree
1 : 0 Hampton & Richmond
27 Oct
Braintree
2 : 1 Dagenham & Red.
24 Oct
Farnham
6 : 0 Braintree
13 Oct
Braintree
2 : 4 West Ham U21
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03 Nov
Braintree
3 : 1 Norwich U21
31 Oct
Braintree
1 : 0 Hampton & Richmond
27 Oct
Braintree
2 : 1 Dagenham & Red.
13 Oct
Braintree
2 : 4 West Ham U21
10 Oct
Braintree
1 : 2 Truro
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Fulham U21
(Away) 06 Nov
Stoke City U21
1 : 4 Fulham U21
03 Nov
Worthing FC
2 : 1 Fulham U21
23 Oct
Fulham U21
2 : 4 Brighton U21
18 Oct
Brentford U21
1 : 2 Fulham U21
13 Oct
Walsall
3 : 2 Fulham U21
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06 Nov
Stoke City U21
1 : 4 Fulham U21
03 Nov
Worthing FC
2 : 1 Fulham U21
18 Oct
Brentford U21
1 : 2 Fulham U21
13 Oct
Walsall
3 : 2 Fulham U21
06 Oct
Hornchurch
1 : 2 Fulham U21
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League Standings (Group 1)
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Halifax | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 16:8 | 9 |
| 2 | Scunthorpe | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 10:5 | 9 |
| 3 | Wealdstone | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 10:5 | 8 |
| 4 | Wolves U21 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5:6 | 7 |
| 5 | Gateshead | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5:5 | 5 |
| 6 | Nottingham U21 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6:7 | 5 |
| 7 | Derby U21 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9:11 | 5 |
| 8 | Stoke City U21 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3:17 | 0 |
Promotion - National League Cup 2025/2026 (Play Offs)
League Standings (Group 2)
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Ham U21 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9:5 | 9 |
| 2 | Ipswich U21 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8:5 | 8 |
| 3 | Hornchurch | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7:3 | 7 |
| 4 | Braintree | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 8:7 | 7 |
| 5 | Norwich U21 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6:9 | 5 |
| 6 | Worthing FC | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4:5 | 4 |
| 7 | Fulham U21 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5:7 | 4 |
| 8 | Aldershot | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 7:13 | 4 |
Promotion - National League Cup 2025/2026 (Play Offs)
League Standings (Group 3)
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boreham Wood | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 15:5 | 10 |
| 2 | Middlesbrough U21 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 17:9 | 9 |
| 3 | Everton U21 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5:4 | 8 |
| 4 | Tamworth | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9:9 | 6 |
| 5 | Solihull Moors | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6:7 | 6 |
| 6 | Newcastle Utd U21 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 7:10 | 3 |
| 7 | Leeds U21 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6:11 | 3 |
| 8 | Hartlepool | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4:14 | 3 |
Promotion - National League Cup 2025/2026 (Play Offs)
League Standings (Group 4)
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Truro | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 10:2 | 12 |
| 2 | Woking | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9:4 | 9 |
| 3 | Sutton | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4:3 | 8 |
| 4 | West Brom U21 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3:4 | 5 |
| 5 | Birmingham U21 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5:9 | 5 |
| 6 | Southampton U21 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8:11 | 4 |
| 7 | Boston United | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 8:10 | 3 |
| 8 | Leicester U21 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3:7 | 2 |
Promotion - National League Cup 2025/2026 (Play Offs)
