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Mthatha Bucks vs Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila

South Africa South Africa

First Division 2017/2018
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Match Events

17' Event
Bengu L.
64' Event
Kunene T.

AI Match Summary

The First Division 2017/2018 game between Mthatha Bucks and Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila finished 0-2, a result that aligned with the model's pre-match lean toward Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila.

Win Probability Meter

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

31%
Mthatha Bucks
40%
Draws
29%
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
Draw rate projection: 40% Favored: Draw

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

66% / Medium Confidence
  • Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila carry the better recent record into this one.
  • Hard to split these two; draw probability sits at 40%.
  • Regular First Division 2017/2018 form gives a decent read on both sides.
  • 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 82%
Over 2.5 Goals 38%
Over 3.5 Goals 19%
Over 4.5 Goals 9%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 71.8%
Mthatha Bucks Clean Sheet 20%
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila Clean Sheet 10%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Mthatha Bucks Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
Matches Played 30 32
Wins 4 7
Draws 9 5
Losses 17 20
Goals Scored 0 0.88
Goals Conceded 0 3

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Apr 29, 2018 Motsepe Foundation Championship
Mthatha Bucks vs Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
0:2
Oct 29, 2017 Motsepe Foundation Championship
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila vs Mthatha Bucks
1:0
Mar 18, 2017 Motsepe Foundation Championship
Mthatha Bucks vs Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
2:1
Oct 26, 2016 Motsepe Foundation Championship
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila vs Mthatha Bucks
2:2

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Mthatha Bucks Compare

Avg xG / game 0
Avg xA / game 0

Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila Compare

Top Goalscorer Bengu L.
1 Goals
Assists Leader Kunene T.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 0.8
Avg xA / game 0.49

SokaPicks Momentum Index

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

Mthatha Bucks 32 / 100
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila 28 / 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
Mthatha Bucks Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila

AI Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Draw (X)
Secondary Pick Under 2.5 Goals & BTTS Yes
Correct Score 1:1
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5

SokaPicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Mthatha Bucks scored in 63% of their last 30 games.

Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila has conceded goals in 78% of their last 32 outings.

These sides typically produce 2.50 goals when they meet.

Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila's recent record shows 4 losses from the last 5 matches.

Scoring Trends

- VS Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
0 Goals Scored 0.88
0 Goals Conceded 3
0% Over 1.5 100%
0% Over 2.5 75%
0% Over 3.5 38%

Recent Form & Match History

Mthatha Bucks

(Home)
06 May
Super Eagles
1 : 1
Mthatha Bucks
29 Apr
Mthatha Bucks
0 : 2
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
21 Apr
Mthatha Bucks
0 : 3
Jomo Cosmos
14 Apr
Highlands
3 : 0
Mthatha Bucks
08 Apr
Mthatha Bucks
2 : 2
Richards Bay
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Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila

(Away)
07 Feb
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
1 : 4
Orlando Pirates
14 May
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
0 : 1
Baroka
07 May
Pretoria U.
2 : 0
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
29 Apr
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
1 : 2
Hungry Lions
23 Apr
Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila
2 : 0
Magesi
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League Standings

PosTeamPWDLGDPts
1Highlands30216365:1369
2Black Leopards30148842:2150
3Jomo Cosmos30147946:3549
4Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila301112734:2545
5Witbank301112735:3045
6Marumo Gallants301181132:4441
7Cape Town All Stars30913829:2640
8Stellenbosch FC3010101029:3640
9Royal Eagles FC308121040:4136
10Pretoria U.30991235:4636
11Uthongathi307131021:2534
12Richards Bay308101227:4034
13Mbombela301061428:4033
14Ubuntu Cape Town FC307111231:3832
15Super Eagles307111226:4032
16Mthatha Bucks304101627:4722
Promotion - Premier League 2018/2019 (Main)
Promotion - First Division 2017/2018 (Promotion Group)
Promotion - First Division 2017/2018 (Promotion Group)