Overview and Expert Opinion
The upcoming match between Seattle Reign FC (w) and Chicago Red Stars (w) promises to be an intriguing encounter in the NWSL. Historically, both teams have demonstrated solid defensive strategies, which is reflected in the betting odds suggesting low-scoring games. The odds for «Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half» at 95.60 and «Under 2.5 Goals» at 74.00 highlight the expectation of a tightly contested match with limited scoring opportunities.
Seattle Reign FC, playing at home, has shown a tendency to control possession but often struggles to convert it into goals, as indicated by their average goals scored per match of 1.31. On the other hand, Chicago Red Stars have a slightly better defensive record with an average of 1.88 conceded goals per match, suggesting they might capitalize on Seattle’s occasional lapses in attack.
Seattle Reign FC (w)
Chicago Red Stars (w)
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Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 94.30% | ||
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 83.70% | ||
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 83.50% | ||
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 83.20% | ||
| Under 2.5 Goals | 69.10% | 1.87 | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 73.90% | 1.95 | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 71.50% | ||
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 57.40% | ||
| First Goal 30+ Minutes | 58.40% | ||
| Last Goal Minute 0-72 | 54.80% | ||
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.60% | ||
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.98% | ||
| Avg. Goals Scored | 1.51% |
Betting Predictions
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: With an odds of 95.60, this bet is highly favorable given both teams’ defensive capabilities and historical performance in early matches.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: At 85.60, this reflects the likelihood of a low-scoring game, especially considering the tactical approaches both teams employ to maintain defensive solidity.
- Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: Odds of 87.30 suggest Chicago may find it challenging to break through Seattle’s defense early on.
- Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: At 84.40, this bet aligns with expectations of a defensively strong Seattle team limiting Chicago’s scoring chances.
- Under 2.5 Goals: With odds of 74.00, this is a strong bet considering both teams’ defensive records and the predicted low-scoring nature of the match.
- Both Teams Not to Score: At 70.00, this is a viable option given the defensive prowess of both sides.
- Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: Odds of 71.50 indicate that Seattle might struggle to score in the latter part of the game.
- Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: With odds of 55.40, this reflects Seattle’s potential difficulty in breaking down Chicago’s defense early on.
- First Goal 30+ Minutes: At 57.50, this suggests that either team might take time to find their rhythm before scoring.
- Last Goal Minute 0-72: Odds of 59.40 indicate a likelihood that any goals scored will occur early in the match.
Additional Predictions
The average total goals predicted for this match is 3.20, which aligns with the trend of low-scoring games in recent fixtures involving these teams. The strategic focus for both teams will likely be on maintaining possession and exploiting counter-attacking opportunities rather than engaging in high-risk offensive plays.
Given Seattle Reign FC’s home advantage and Chicago Red Stars’ defensive resilience, the match could hinge on set-pieces or individual moments of brilliance rather than sustained attacking pressure from either side.
