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Northern Colorado vs Forward Madison

USA USA

USL League One Cup 2024 Future Legends Complex
Sun, Sep 29, 2024
2 - 1
01:00 AM
Our Tip

AI Match Summary

This looks like a tight matchup. Neither side is clearly dominant, with Northern Colorado averaging 1.3 xG at home and Forward Madison producing 0.9 xG on their travels. Forward Madison will likely drop deep and defend, forcing Northern Colorado to find a way to break them down. A single goal could decide this. The Under 3.5 goals market offers solid value. Our model gives the edge to Northern Colorado with a 57% win probability.

Win Probability Meter

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

57%
Northern Colorado
15%
Draws
28%
Forward Madison
Draw rate projection: 15% Favored: Northern Colorado

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

83% / High Confidence
  • Northern Colorado picked up more points recently compared to Forward Madison.
  • Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.29 vs 0.93 xG).
  • Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the home side.
  • 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 91%
Over 1.5 Goals 69%
Over 2.5 Goals 54%
Over 3.5 Goals 32%
Over 4.5 Goals 16%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 46%
Northern Colorado Clean Sheet 24%
Forward Madison Clean Sheet 11%
First Half Goal 62%
Second Half Goal 66%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Northern Colorado Forward Madison
Matches Played 30 35
Wins 21 15
Draws 4 4
Losses 5 16
Goals Scored 2 1.29
Goals Conceded 0.97 1.43
Expected Goals (xG) 1.29 0.93
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

27.10.24 USL League One
Northern Colorado vs Forward Madison
1:0
29.09.24 USL Cup
Northern Colorado vs Forward Madison
2:1
28.07.24 USL League One
Forward Madison vs Northern Colorado
0:1
22.10.23 USL League One
Northern Colorado vs Forward Madison
4:1
08.10.23 USL League One
Northern Colorado vs Forward Madison
2:0

Tactical Matchup Profile

Field Positions & Control Styles

Northern Colorado

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

Forward Madison

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

Northern Colorado Compare

Top Goalscorer Key Forward
8 Goals
Assists Leader Midfield Maestro
6 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.19
Avg xA / game 0.79

Forward Madison Compare

Top Goalscorer Key Forward
7 Goals
Assists Leader Midfield Maestro
5 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.01
Avg xA / game 0.68

Availability Alerts

Key Defender Forward Madison • Hamstring Injury
Out Rating: 8.5
Starting Midfielder Northern Colorado • Ankle Sprain
Doubtful Rating: 6.8
Backup Goalkeeper Forward Madison • Muscle strain
Out Rating: 3.2
Star Striker Northern Colorado • Returning to training
Returning Rating: 9.4

Sokapicks Momentum Index

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

Northern Colorado 56 / 100
Forward Madison 27 / 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
Northern Colorado Forward Madison

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Northern Colorado Win (1)
Secondary Pick Northern Colorado & Over 2.5
First Half Result Home Win (HT)
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5

Value Bet Detector (+EV)

Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds

1X2 Home Win
Value Edge +16.3%
2.04
Goals Over/Under Over 2.5 Goals
Value Edge +12.3%
2.08
*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

Northern Colorado will likely press early to force mistakes.

Northern Colorado 59%
Forward Madison 37%
15' - 30' Dominance Index

Forward Madison should settle down and try to slow the pace.

Northern Colorado 54%
Forward Madison 44%
30' - 45' Dominance Index

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

Northern Colorado 51%
Forward Madison 49%
45' - 60' Dominance Index

Tactical adjustments will show. Expect Northern Colorado to push more players wide.

Northern Colorado 56%
Forward Madison 44%
60' - 75' Dominance Index

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

Northern Colorado 51%
Forward Madison 49%
75' - 90' Dominance Index

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

Northern Colorado 62%
Forward Madison 53%

Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations

Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries

Northern Colorado attacking → ← attacking Forward Madison

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Northern Colorado have scored in 86% of their home games in the past 12 months.

Forward Madison concede most goals (48%) in the final 15 minutes of matches.

Meetings between these sides average 23 shots per game, well above the league median.

Northern Colorado are unbeaten in 6 straight matches when scoring first.

Forward Madison have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 5 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: Northern Colorado wants a European spot, while Forward Madison 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

67 Points in last 5 49
1.29 Goals expected (xG) 0.93
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