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Michigan Bucks vs Pittsburgh Riverhounds

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US Open Cup 2006
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AI Match Summary

Michigan Bucks play Pittsburgh Riverhounds in the US Open Cup 2006. It looks like a close match. Recently, Michigan Bucks averaged 1.4 goals scored and 1.5 conceded. Pittsburgh Riverhounds averaged 1.34 goals scored and 0.97 conceded. In past meetings, Michigan Bucks won 2, Pittsburgh Riverhounds won 0, and they drew 0. Their last match on May 22, 2012 ended 0:1. Our numbers estimate xG of 1.42 for Michigan Bucks and 1.30 for Pittsburgh Riverhounds. This points to a Pittsburgh Riverhounds double chance or over markets.

Win Probability Meter

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

41%
Michigan Bucks
15%
Draws
44%
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Draw rate projection: 15% Favored: Pittsburgh Riverhounds

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

70% / Medium Confidence
  • Michigan Bucks picked up more points recently compared to Pittsburgh Riverhounds.
  • Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.42 vs 1.30 xG).
  • Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the visitors.
  • 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 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 70%
Over 2.5 Goals 49%
Over 3.5 Goals 29%
Over 4.5 Goals 15%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 40%
Michigan Bucks Clean Sheet 19%
Pittsburgh Riverhounds Clean Sheet 10%
First Half Goal 63%
Second Half Goal 67%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Michigan Bucks Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Matches Played 20 35
Wins 9 20
Draws 0 4
Losses 11 11
Goals Scored 1.4 1.34
Goals Conceded 1.5 0.97

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

May 22, 2012 US Open Cup
Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Michigan Bucks
0:1
Jun 15, 2006 US Open Cup
Michigan Bucks vs Pittsburgh Riverhounds
2:0

Sokapicks Momentum Index

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

Michigan Bucks 41 / 100
Pittsburgh Riverhounds 42 / 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
Michigan Bucks Pittsburgh Riverhounds

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Double Chance: Pittsburgh Riverhounds or Draw (X2)
Secondary Pick Under 3.5 Goals
First Half Result Draw (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 +14.2%
2.33
*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

Michigan Bucks attacking → ← attacking Pittsburgh Riverhounds

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Michigan Bucks scored in 75% of their last 20 games.

Pittsburgh Riverhounds let in goals in 60% of their last 35 matches.

Games between these two average 1.50 goals.

Michigan Bucks went unbeaten in 2 of their last 5 games.

Pittsburgh Riverhounds lost 2 of their last 5 games.

Interactive Team Comparison Slider

Side-by-side comparison of team metrics

27 Points in last 5 64
0.00 Goals expected (xG) 1.50
0.00 Goals conceded expected (xGA) 1.63