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Maynooth University vs Malahide United

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FAI Cup 2021
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Match Events

17' Event
O'Sullivan P.
32' Event
O'Sullivan P.
43' Event
O'Sullivan P.

AI Match Summary

Maynooth University in this FAI Cup 2021 tie, finishing 4-0. One-off knockout football delivers a decisive result.

Win Probability Meter

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

43%
Maynooth University
15%
Draws
42%
Malahide United
Draw rate projection: 15% Favored: Maynooth University

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

15% / Low Confidence
  • Form's been kind to Malahide United lately — more wins on the board than Maynooth University.
  • Win probability leans Maynooth University's way, sitting at 36%.
  • Malahide United arrive in better shape, but cup ties don't always follow form.
  • Historical meetings favor Maynooth University, who have won 1 of the last 1 encounters.
  • High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 79%).

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 99%
Over 1.5 Goals 100%
Over 2.5 Goals 79%
Over 3.5 Goals 81.5%
Over 4.5 Goals 37%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 70.6%
Maynooth University Clean Sheet 11%
Malahide United Clean Sheet 10%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Maynooth University Malahide United
Matches Played 12 28
Wins 6 10
Draws 0 2
Losses 6 16
Goals Scored 1.83 1.29
Goals Conceded 2.17 2.21
Expected Goals (xG) 2.38 1.81
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.10 1.40

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Jul 23, 2021 FAI Cup
Maynooth University vs Malahide United
4:0

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Maynooth University Compare

Top Goalscorer O'Sullivan P.
3 Goals
Assists Leader Ryan J.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.83
Avg xA / game 1.19

Malahide United Compare

Avg xG / game 1.65
Avg xA / game 1.01

SokaPicks Momentum Index

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

Maynooth University 35 / 100
Malahide United 33 / 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
Maynooth University Malahide United

AI Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Draw (X)
Secondary Pick Over 2.5 Goals or BTTS Yes
Correct Score 2:2
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5

SokaPicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Malahide United's defensive record shows goals conceded in 86% of 28 matches.

These sides typically produce 4.00 goals when they meet.

Attacking prowess: Maynooth University scored in 67% of their last 12 outings.

Away concern: Malahide United has suffered 4 losses in 5 recent matches.

Scoring Trends

Maynooth University VS Malahide United
2.13 Goals Scored 1.75
1.88 Goals Conceded 2.63
100% Over 1.5 100%
75% Over 2.5 88%
75% Over 3.5 88%

Recent Form & Match History

Maynooth University

(Home)
18 May
Maynooth University
1 : 4
Gorey Rangers
22 Jan
Maynooth University
2 : 3
Athlone
27 Aug
Maynooth University
0 : 3
Treaty United
29 Jul
Maynooth University
2 : 1
Villa FC
17 Sept
Bohemians
4 : 0
Maynooth University
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Malahide United

(Away)
05 Feb
Malahide United
2 : 4
Drogheda
21 Jan
Malahide United
1 : 3
Dundalk
27 Aug
Malahide United
0 : 6
Waterford
31 Jul
Salthill
2 : 3
Malahide United
23 Jul
Maynooth University
4 : 0
Malahide United
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Tournament Bracket & Draw

1/16-finals
Sligo Rovers 2
Cork City 3
St. Patricks 6
Bray 0
Killester Donnycarney 1
Usher Celtic 0
Wexford 3
Cabinteely 0
Fairview Rangers 0
Finn Harps 3
Drogheda 1
Derry City 2
Treaty United 0
Dundalk 1
Crumlin Utd 1
St Mochta's 2
College Corinthians 0
Bohemians 5
Shamrock Rovers 2
Galway United 0
Maynooth University 4
Malahide United 0
Liffey Wanderers 0
Cobh Ramblers 2
UC Dublin 2
Shelbourne 0
Bangor Celtic 0
Longford 5
Athlone 4
Waterford 5
St. Kevins Boys 1
Kilnamanagh 4
1/8-finals
Cork City 1
St. Patricks 2
Killester Donnycarney 0
Wexford 2
Finn Harps 1
Derry City 0
Dundalk 5
St Mochta's 1
Bohemians 2
Shamrock Rovers 1
Maynooth University 3
Cobh Ramblers 2
UC Dublin 2
Longford 1
Waterford 4
Kilnamanagh 1
Quarter-finals
St. Patricks 3
Wexford 0
Finn Harps 4
Dundalk 6
Bohemians 4
Maynooth University 0
UC Dublin 2
Waterford 3
Semi-finals
St. Patricks 3
Dundalk 1
Bohemians 1
Waterford 0
Final
St. Patricks 2
Bohemians 1