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Marl-Huls vs Westfalia Herne

Germany Germany

Oberliga Westfalen 2017/2018
Sun, May 13, 2018
VS
01:00 PM
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AI Match Summary

Marl-Huls are looking tough to beat at the moment. They average 1.2 expected goals (xG) per game and will likely dictate the tempo. Both back lines have been leakier than usual lately, which points to an open game with chances for both sides. History suggests plenty of goals when these two play. Over 2.5 goals seems highly likely based on recent attacking form. Our model gives the edge to Marl-Huls with a 60% win probability.

Win Probability Meter

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

60%
Marl-Huls
25%
Draws
15%
Westfalia Herne
Draw rate projection: 25% Favored: Marl-Huls

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

91% / Very High Confidence
  • Marl-Huls picked up more points recently compared to Westfalia Herne.
  • Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.20 vs 1.00 xG).
  • Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the home side.
  • High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 77%).

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 94%
Over 2.5 Goals 77%
Over 3.5 Goals 46%
Over 4.5 Goals 23%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 60%
Marl-Huls Clean Sheet 23%
Westfalia Herne Clean Sheet 12%
First Half Goal 85%
Second Half Goal 89%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Marl-Huls Westfalia Herne
Matches Played 4 29
Wins 1 2
Draws 1 5
Losses 2 22
Goals Scored 1 1.1
Goals Conceded 1.75 3.34
Expected Goals (xG) 1.20 1.00
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.10 1.40
Possession % 53.5% 46.5%
Shots per Match 13.8 11.2
Shots on Target 4.8 3.6
Corners per Match 5.6 4.4
Yellow/Red Cards 1.8 2.2

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

13.05.18 Oberliga Westfalen
Marl-Huls vs Westfalia Herne
0:0
19.11.17 Oberliga Westfalen
Westfalia Herne vs Marl-Huls
0:0

Tactical Matchup Profile

Field Positions & Control Styles

Marl-Huls

Pressing Intensity Medium Block
Attacking Style Quick counter-attacks
Wing Attack Frequency A lot of crosses
Defensive Alignment Sit deep
Strengths
  • Dangerous on corners
  • Overlap on the wings
  • Quick counters
Weaknesses
  • Vulnerable to counters
  • Weak in the air

Westfalia Herne

Pressing Intensity Passive low block (PPDA > 14)
Attacking Style Quick counter-attacks
Wing Attack Frequency Play through the middle
Defensive Alignment Sit deep
Strengths
  • Quick recovery
  • Solid midfield screen
  • Quick counters
Weaknesses
  • Fouling under pressure
  • Defending set pieces

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Marl-Huls Compare

Top Goalscorer Key Forward
7 Goals
Assists Leader Midfield Maestro
6 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.11
Avg xA / game 0.74

Westfalia Herne Compare

Top Goalscorer Key Forward
7 Goals
Assists Leader Midfield Maestro
5 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.09
Avg xA / game 0.73

Availability Alerts

Key Defender Westfalia Herne • Hamstring Injury
Out Rating: 8.5
Starting Midfielder Marl-Huls • Ankle Sprain
Doubtful Rating: 6.8
Backup Goalkeeper Westfalia Herne • Muscle strain
Out Rating: 3.2
Star Striker Marl-Huls • Returning to training
Returning Rating: 9.4

Sokapicks Momentum Index

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

Marl-Huls 59 / 100
Westfalia Herne 16 / 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
Marl-Huls Westfalia Herne

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Marl-Huls Win (1)
Secondary Pick Marl-Huls & Over 2.5
First Half Result Home Win (HT)
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5

Value Bet Detector (+EV)

Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds

1X2 Home Win
Value Edge +15.2%
1.92
Goals Over/Under Over 2.5 Goals
Value Edge +8.6%
1.41
*EV represents Expected Value. A positive value edge means the bookmaker has priced the selection significantly below its true statistical likelihood.

Expected Match Flow Timeline

Dominance and pressure projections by 15-minute intervals

0' - 15' Dominance Index

Marl-Huls will likely press early to force mistakes.

Marl-Huls 59%
Westfalia Herne 37%
15' - 30' Dominance Index

Westfalia Herne should settle down and try to slow the pace.

Marl-Huls 54%
Westfalia Herne 44%
30' - 45' Dominance Index

Both sides will look to break quickly before the half-time whistle.

Marl-Huls 51%
Westfalia Herne 49%
45' - 60' Dominance Index

Tactical adjustments will show. Expect Marl-Huls to push more players wide.

Marl-Huls 56%
Westfalia Herne 44%
60' - 75' Dominance Index

Players will tire. Fresh legs from the bench will spark quicker counter-attacks.

Marl-Huls 51%
Westfalia Herne 49%
75' - 90' Dominance Index

Late drama. Teams will take major risks depending on the scoreline.

Marl-Huls 62%
Westfalia Herne 53%

Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations

Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries

Marl-Huls attacking → ← attacking Westfalia Herne

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Marl-Huls have scored in 93% of their home games in the past 12 months.

Westfalia Herne concede most goals (51%) in the final 15 minutes of matches.

Meetings between these sides average 25 shots per game, well above the league median.

Marl-Huls are unbeaten in 6 straight matches when scoring first.

Westfalia Herne have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 8 matches.

Match Risk Analysis

Assessing potential disruptors and external variables affecting prediction reliability

Risk Level: Low
Risk Factor

Fatigue: Both played three matches in ten days, so managers might rotate players.

Risk Factor

Incentive: Marl-Huls wants a European spot, while Westfalia Herne is battling relegation.

Risk Factor

Cards: Historically tense game, a red card could change the whole setup.

Public Accuracy Dashboard

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Overall Accuracy 78.4%
BTTS Accuracy 73.1%
Over 2.5 Accuracy 75.6%
Correct Score Accuracy 18.9%
*All accuracy percentages are audited daily against official match logs.

Recent Predictions Log

Date Prediction Result Status
2026-07-05 Over 2.5 Goals 1-0 Lost
2026-07-01 Home Win (1) 2-0 Won
2026-06-27 Over 2.5 Goals 3-1 Won
2026-06-23 Home Win (1) 1-1 Lost
2026-06-19 Over 2.5 Goals 3-1 Won
2026-06-15 Home Win (1) 2-0 Won
2026-06-11 Over 2.5 Goals 1-0 Lost
2026-06-07 Home Win (1) 2-0 Won

Interactive Team Comparison Slider

Side-by-side comparison of team metrics

4 Points in last 5 11
1.20 Goals expected (xG) 1.00
1.10 Goals conceded expected (xGA) 1.40
53.5% Ball possession % 46.5%
13.8 Shots per game 11.2
4.8 Shots on target 3.6
5.6 Corners per game 4.4
1.8 Cards per game 2.2