01 · 2 legs
Safe
- Newcastle United to win69%
- Over 1.5 goals80%
Premier LeagueSt James' Park, Newcastle13°0,6 mm29 km/h
Läs på svenskaOscar Nilsson · · Model-assisted analysis, fact-checked · How the predictions work
TEXT: The model sees Newcastle United as clear favorites with a hefty 69% chance of winning. If you're looking for an upset, it’s a slim one. The most likely scoreline points to a comfortable 2-0 victory for the hosts, underlining their expected dominance with an impressive xG of 2.20 against Hull City's more modest 0.80. Yet, the actual points table challenges this bullish outlook: Hull City holds a slight advantage with 7 points to Newcastle's 5, which suggests that the hosts might be slightly overvalued.
However, dig deeper, and you'll see Newcastle's underlying stats tell another story. The hosts have an xG per match of 0.97, indicating they're generating better chances than Hull's 0.69. But their xGA of 2.0 reveals defensive frailties Hull could exploit, especially given that Hull's xGA is a lower 1.4. These stats suggest Newcastle's defensive vulnerabilities might not be fully reflected in the model's assessment.
Despite these conflicting signals, both teams share a low defence, direct playing style, which might lead to fast-paced transitions and opportunities for goals. The model leans towards over 2.5 goals at 58%, but given both teams' defensive metrics, it’s a cautious nod rather than a certainty. The 49% likelihood for both teams scoring supports this ambivalence, adding another layer of complexity.
As for betting value, the market doesn't scream opportunity. The numbers favor Newcastle, yet the real-world table and defensive stats hint at vulnerabilities.
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| Bookmaker | 1 · Newcastle United | X | 2 · Hull City |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betsafe | EV+ 3% 1.50 | 4.15 | 6.80 |
| Betsson | EV+ 3% 1.50 | 4.18 | 6.82 |
| Nordicbet | EV+ 3% 1.50 | 4.20 | 6.80 |
| Pinnacle | EV+ 2% 1.48 | 4.54 | 6.05 |
Odds updated 11 Sept, 17:40
Solid line = created (xG), dashed = conceded (xGA).
Last 5 matches. Circle size = pass volume, line width = combinations between players. Attacking left to right.
The same network weighted by offensive threat (xT): circle size = threat created by the player, line width = threat of the combinations. Last 5 matches, attacking left to right.
| Performance | Newcastle United | Hull City |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 5 | 7 |
| xPoints | 2.5 | 4.2 |
| xG per match | 0.97 | 0.69 |
| xGA per match | 2 | 1.4 |
| xG within 8s of winning the ball | 0.11 | 0.08 |
| xGA within 8s of losing the ball | 0.66 | 0.07 |
| Playing style | Newcastle United | Hull City |
|---|---|---|
| Build-up efficiency | 0.31 | 0.3 |
| Field tilt | 0.39 | 0.17 |
| xT per match | 0.69 | 0.55 |
| xTA per match | 0.85 | 1.6 |
| Won balls, offensive half | 16 | 21 |
| Pressing intensity | 0.24 | 0.24 |
| Pressing efficiency | 0.29 | 0.21 |
| Pressing efficiency, offensive half | 0.24 | 0.16 |
| Entries into the box per match | 10 | 8 |
| Entries into the box against | 14 | 18 |
| Pass completion % | 0.77 | 0.64 |
| Pass completion % under pressure | 0.74 | 0.7 |
| Passes per match | 305 | 183 |
| Passes against per match | 360 | 578 |
| Switches of play per match | 19.2 | 16.8 |
| Long balls per match | 28 | 26 |
| Set pieces | Newcastle United | Hull City |
|---|---|---|
| xG from free kicks | 0 | 0.11 |
| Corners per match | 4.3 | 2 |
| Corners against per match | 6 | 5.4 |
| xG per corner | 0.03 | 0.11 |
| xGA per corner against | 0.01 | 0.02 |
| First touch, offensive corners % | 0.31 | 0.33 |
| First touch, defensive corners % | 0.5 | 0.62 |
| Other | Newcastle United | Hull City |
|---|---|---|
| Throw-in control | 0.58 | 0.69 |
| The goalkeepers | Lukáš Horníček (Newcastle United) | Konstantinos Tzolakis (Hull City) |
|---|---|---|
| Saves | 14 | 10 |
| Save % | 82% | 100% |
| xG prevented | 62% | 100% |
| Claims | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
The model gives Newcastle United a 69% win probability. Full 1X2 picture: Newcastle United 69%, draw 19%, Hull City 13%.
The model's most likely final score is 2-0 at 12% probability.
The model rates over 2.5 goals at 58% and under at 42%.
The probability of both teams scoring is 49% according to the model.
The same rules as the bookmakers’ builders: legs that contradict or already follow from your slip cannot be combined — for example correct score 2–1 with under 2.5 goals. The difference is that we don’t look the rules up in a table; we compute them straight from the score matrix.
Predictions come from PlaymakerAI's match model and reflect the model's assessment — not betting advice. Gamble responsibly.