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Istra 1961 vs Opatija

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AI Match Summary

Istra 1961 play Opatija in the Club Friendly. It looks like a close match. Recently, Istra 1961 averaged 1.45 goals scored and 1.38 conceded. Opatija averaged 1.19 goals scored and 1.35 conceded. In past meetings, Istra 1961 won 3, Opatija won 1, and they drew 1. Their last match on Jul 3, 2026 ended 3:0. Our numbers estimate xG of 0.81 for Istra 1961 and 1.56 for Opatija. This points to a Istra 1961 double chance or over markets.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

41%
Istra 1961
19%
Draws
40%
Opatija
Draw rate projection: 19% Favored: Istra 1961

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

69% / Medium Confidence
  • Istra 1961 picked up more points recently compared to Opatija.
  • Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (0.81 vs 1.56 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

Over 0.5 Goals 91%
Over 1.5 Goals 75%
Over 2.5 Goals 51%
Over 3.5 Goals 31%
Over 4.5 Goals 15%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 51%
Istra 1961 Clean Sheet 15%
Opatija Clean Sheet 18%
First Half Goal 68%
Second Half Goal 71%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Istra 1961 Opatija
Matches Played 29 31
Wins 11 12
Draws 4 7
Losses 14 12
Goals Scored 1.45 1.19
Goals Conceded 1.38 1.35
Expected Goals (xG) 0.75 1.75
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.38 0.88

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Jul 3, 2026 Club Friendly
Istra 1961 vs Opatija
3:0
Jan 10, 2026 Club Friendly
Istra 1961 vs Opatija
6:1
Jan 15, 2025 Club Friendly
Istra 1961 vs Opatija
1:1
Jul 4, 2022 Club Friendly
Istra 1961 vs Opatija
1:0
Sep 2, 2021 Club Friendly
Istra 1961 vs Opatija
0:1

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Istra 1961 Compare

Top Goalscorer Sepic N.
1 Goals
Assists Leader Rozic V.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 0.58
Avg xA / game 0.38

Opatija Compare

Avg xG / game 1.59
Avg xA / game 0.97

Sokapicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

Istra 1961 40 / 100
Opatija 40 / 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

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
Istra 1961 Opatija

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Double Chance: Istra 1961 or Draw (1X)
Secondary Pick Under 3.5 Goals
First Half Result Home Win (HT)
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5

Value Bet Detector (+EV)

Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds

1X2 Home Win
Value Edge +24.2%
3.03
Goals Over/Under Over 2.5 Goals
Value Edge +13.2%
2.22
*EV represents Expected Value. A positive value edge means the bookmaker has priced the selection significantly below its true statistical likelihood.

Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations

Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries

Istra 1961 attacking → ← attacking Opatija

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Istra 1961 scored in 66% of their last 29 games.

Opatija let in goals in 74% of their last 31 matches.

Games between these two average 2.80 goals.

Istra 1961 went unbeaten in 4 of their last 5 games.

Opatija lost 2 of their last 5 games.

Interactive Team Comparison Slider

Side-by-side comparison of team metrics

37 Points in last 5 43
0.75 Goals expected (xG) 1.75
1.38 Goals conceded expected (xGA) 0.88