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Loughgall vs Queens University - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions

Northern Ireland Northern Ireland

Irish League Cup
Tue, Nov 24, 2026
VS
07:45 PM
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AI Match Summary

A one-off knockout match in the Irish League Cup. Little to choose between these two on current form. Recent numbers: Loughgall at 1.28 goals for, 1.52 against; Queens University at 2.07 for, 1.18 against. Head-to-head, Loughgall have won 2 to Queens University's 1, with 2 draws. They last met on Sep 12, 2026, ending 1:0. Model xG sits at 0.81 vs 1.75, favoring Queens University. The model's pick is Home (1) to win or Over 2.5 goals.

Win Probability Meter

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

40%
Loughgall
20%
Draws
40%
Queens University
Draw rate projection: 20% Favored: Draw

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

40% / Low Confidence
  • Loughgall haven't matched Queens University's recent run of results.
  • 40% chance of a draw — the model doesn't see a clear favorite.
  • Queens University arrive in better shape, but cup ties don't always follow form.
  • Historical meetings favor Loughgall, who have won 2 of the last 5 encounters.
  • High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).

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 78%
Over 3.5 Goals 19%
Over 4.5 Goals 9%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 71.8%
Loughgall Clean Sheet 12%
Queens University Clean Sheet 18%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Loughgall Queens University
Matches Played 29 28
Wins 9 14
Draws 8 6
Losses 12 8
Goals Scored 1.28 2.07
Goals Conceded 1.52 1.18
Expected Goals (xG) 0.81 1.75
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.10 1.40

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Sep 12, 2026 NIFL Championship
Queens University vs Loughgall
1:0
Apr 18, 2026 NIFL Championship
Queens University vs Loughgall
0:0
Feb 14, 2026 NIFL Championship
Loughgall vs Queens University
4:0
Dec 13, 2025 NIFL Championship
Loughgall vs Queens University
2:0
Sep 20, 2025 NIFL Championship
Queens University vs Loughgall
2:2

SokaPicks Momentum Index

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

Loughgall 29 / 100
Queens University 32 / 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
Loughgall Queens University

AI Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Loughgall 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

Loughgall scored in 72% of their last 29 games.

Defensive concern: Queens University conceded in 71% of 28 recent games.

Historical meetings average 2.20 goals per match.

Loughgall went unbeaten in 3 of their last 5 games.

Scoring Trends

Loughgall VS Queens University
1.13 Goals Scored 1.63
1.88 Goals Conceded 0.5
75% Over 1.5 50%
63% Over 2.5 25%
25% Over 3.5 13%

Recent Form & Match History

Loughgall

(Home)
20 Oct
Institute
0 : 3
Loughgall
16 Oct
Strabane Athletic
1 : 1
Loughgall
10 Oct
Loughgall
1 : 2
Moyola
03 Oct
Loughgall
2 : 1
Newry City
25 Sept
Glenavon
4 : 1
Loughgall
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Queens University

(Away)
20 Oct
Ballinamallard
1 : 2
Queens University
17 Oct
Queens University
1 : 1
Newry City
10 Oct
Queens University
0 : 1
Ballinamallard
03 Oct
Dundela
0 : 2
Queens University
26 Sept
Queens University
0 : 1
Moyola
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Tournament Bracket & Draw

1/16-finals
Warrenpoint 5
Crusaders 2
Portadown 0
Cliftonville 2
Institute 0
Loughgall 3
Ballinamallard 1
Queens University 2
Annagh 3
Limavady 4
Rathfriland Rangers 1
Ards 0
Dundela 1
Moyola 4
Newington FC 1
Ballymena 3
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Bangor FC 1
Dungannon 2
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Carrick Rangers 3
Newry City 0
Strabane Athletic 0
Glenavon 5
Armagh 1
Harland & Wolff 3
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Linfield -
1/8-finals
Warrenpoint -
Cliftonville -
Loughgall -
Queens University -
Limavady -
Rathfriland Rangers -
Moyola -
Ballymena -
Glentoran -
Larne -
Dungannon -
Coleraine -
Carrick Rangers -
Glenavon -
Harland & Wolff -
Linfield -
Quarter-finals
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Semi-finals
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Final
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