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AI Match Summary
Cork City play UC Dublin in the Division 1. It looks like a close match. Recently, Cork City averaged 1.83 goals scored and 0.62 conceded. UC Dublin averaged 1.62 goals scored and 1.34 conceded. In past meetings, Cork City won 3, UC Dublin won 0, and they drew 2. Their last match on May 8, 2026 ended 3:1. Our numbers estimate xG of 1.88 for Cork City and 1.06 for UC Dublin. 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
- Cork City picked up more points recently compared to UC Dublin.
- Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.88 vs 1.06 xG).
- Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the home side.
- 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 | Cork City | UC Dublin |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 29 | 29 |
| Wins | 20 | 12 |
| Draws | 5 | 5 |
| Losses | 4 | 12 |
| Goals Scored | 1.83 | 1.62 |
| Goals Conceded | 0.62 | 1.34 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 2.38 | 1.88 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 0.25 | 1.38 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Key Player Impact Analysis
Key performers and expected goal involvement factors
Cork City Compare
UC Dublin 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
Cork City scored in 83% of their last 29 games.
UC Dublin let in goals in 66% of their last 29 matches.
Games between these two average 1.20 goals.
Cork City went unbeaten in 5 of their last 5 games.
UC Dublin lost 2 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 |