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Braintree vs Ipswich U21 - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions
England
National League Cup Rare Breed Meat Co. Stadium, Braintree 
Match Events
32'
32'
Wood C.
33'
33'
Mthunzi C.
50'
50'
Fletcher L.
Assist: Mendel-Idowu T.
AI Match Summary
First leg ended 1-2. The second leg ended 1-2.
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
34%
/ Low Confidence
- Ipswich U21 carry the better recent record into this one.
- Hard to split these two; draw probability sits at 44%.
- Ipswich U21 arrive in better shape, but cup ties don't always follow form.
- Historical meetings favor Ipswich U21, who have won 1 of the last 1 encounters.
- High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 83%).
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Over 0.5 Goals 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 82%
Over 2.5 Goals 83%
Over 3.5 Goals 56.5%
Over 4.5 Goals 25%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 77.4%
Braintree Clean Sheet 10%
Ipswich U21 Clean Sheet 10%
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Braintree | Ipswich U21 |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 28 | 29 |
| Wins | 10 | 12 |
| Draws | 3 | 2 |
| Losses | 15 | 15 |
| Goals Scored | 1.75 | 1.93 |
| Goals Conceded | 2.11 | 2.55 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.69 | 2.31 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Aug 18, 2026 National League Cup
Braintree vs Ipswich U21
1:2
Key Player Impact Analysis
Key performers and expected goal involvement factors
Braintree Compare
Top Goalscorer Lewis A.
1 Goals Avg xG / game 1.3
Avg xA / game 0.84
Ipswich U21 Compare
Top Goalscorer Fletcher L.
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 34 / 100
Ipswich U21 20 / 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 Ipswich U21
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
Primary Pick Ipswich U21 Win (2)
Secondary Pick Over 2.5 Goals or BTTS Yes
Correct Score 1:2
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Braintree scored in 89% of their last 28 games.
Defensive concern: Ipswich U21 conceded in 79% of 29 recent games.
Historical meetings average 3.00 goals per match.
Braintree has registered 3 games unbeaten in their last 5 outings.
Scoring Trends
Braintree VS Ipswich U21
1.38 Goals Scored 1.88
2.75 Goals Conceded 2
88% Over 1.5 75%
88% Over 2.5 75%
50% Over 3.5 63%
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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Ipswich U21
(Away) 03 Nov
Aldershot
0 : 5 Ipswich U21
30 Oct
Coventry U21
1 : 0 Ipswich U21
27 Oct
Ipswich U21
0 : 7 Jong PSV
23 Oct
Ipswich U21
5 : 0 Birmingham U21
20 Oct
Ipswich U21
0 : 1 Anderlecht 2
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03 Nov
Aldershot
0 : 5 Ipswich U21
30 Oct
Coventry U21
1 : 0 Ipswich U21
13 Oct
Worthing FC
1 : 2 Ipswich U21
06 Oct
Peterborough
4 : 1 Ipswich U21
22 Sept
Luton
6 : 0 Ipswich 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)
