01 · 2 legs
Safe
- Žilina to win52%
- Over 1.5 goals89%
Slovak Super LeagueŠtadión pod Dubňom, Žilina19°2,8 mm17 km/h
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ŽilinaCounter-attacks & crosses3–1
PodbrezováLow block & directThe model's lean: 1 · Žilina (52%)Best value by the model: 2 · Podbrezová @ 4.39 (+12 %)
Žilina – Podbrezová · Slovak Super League
1 · Žilina 52%X 23%25% Podbrezová · 2
52%
23%
25%
Analysis: Žilina – Podbrezová
Anna Karlsson · · A data-driven preview · How the predictions work
FAKTA and TEXT comparison reveals one factual error:
Podbrezová earned 10 points against an xPoints of 9.4 (10 > 9.4), which means they **overachieved** slightly, not underachieved. The text has this backwards.
Corrected text:
The head-to-head record between Žilina and Podbrezová shows a balanced history with two wins each and four draws in eight encounters since 2023. While this small sample might suggest an evenly matched rivalry, the current form leans heavily in favor of the hosts. Žilina is riding high on a streak of three consecutive victories, contrasting with Podbrezová's more mixed recent results. This momentum could play a crucial role in the clash, tipping the scales towards the hosts' favor.
Turning to the numbers, Žilina's expected goals of 2.15 to Podbrezová's 1.56 highlights a likely edge in attacking prowess. The game is projected to be an open affair with plenty of goal-scoring opportunities, as confirmed by the 72% probability of over 2.5 goals and a 70% chance of both teams finding the net. Žilina's strength in counter-attacks and crosses will test Podbrezová's defensive setup, which tends to favor a low block and direct play. While Žilina may have the statistical upper hand, Podbrezová's playing style could disrupt the hosts' rhythm if executed effectively.
Despite Žilina's superior recent form, the expected points and xG metrics present a more nuanced picture. Žilina has outperformed their expected stats, securing 13 points against an xPoints of 7.7, whereas Podbrezová has slightly overachieved with 10 points from an xPoints of 9.4. This suggests that while Žilina has been clinical, Podbrezová might not be as far behind as the table suggests. The most likely scoreline, a 2-1 win for Žilina, reflects this delicate balance—favoring the hosts but acknowledging the visitors' potential threat.
From a betting perspective, the over 2.5 goals market offers value with no edge at odds of 1.4 on Betsafe, Betsson, and Nordicbet. Given the attacking profiles and the model's 72% estimation, this appears a solid angle for those looking to engage with the match's betting opportunities.
ŽilinaForm WLWWW
League ranking xG #5xGA #6xT #3xP/match #8Points #3
Key players
- Daniel Homet RuizFxG 0.68 · xT 0.03
- Michal FaskoFxG 0.12 · xT 0.20
- Aleksandre NarimanidzeCBxG 0.04 · xT 0.03
PodbrezováForm LWWLD
League ranking xG #4xGA #7xT #4xP/match #4Points #5
Key players
- Peter KováčikRWxG 0.46 · xT 0.29
- Karlo MiljanicRWxG 0.29 · xT 0.12
- Vincent ChylaCMxG 0.09 · xT 0.15
Final score
3 – 1
The model called the outcome
Predicted probabilities: Žilina 52% · Draw 23% · Podbrezová 25%
Match prediction: Žilina – Podbrezová
Predicted score matrix
Podbrezová →
Žilina →
0
1
2
3
4+
0
0–02.7%
0–13.6%
0–23.0%
0–31.6%
0–4+0.9%
1
1–05.0%
1–18.5%
1–26.4%
1–33.3%
1–4+1.8%
2
2–05.6%
2–18.8%
2–26.9%
2–33.6%
2–4+2.0%
3
3–04.0%
3–16.3%
3–24.9%
3–32.6%
3–4+1.4%
4+
4+–03.6%
4+–15.6%
4+–24.4%
4+–32.3%
4+–4+1.3%
Most likely scorelines
- 1.2-19%
- 2.1-18%
- 3.2-27%
- 4.1-26%
- 5.3-16%
Expected goals
2,15–1,56
Both teams to score
70%
Over/under goals
Expected goals: 3,70
19%
217%
321%
419%
5+31%
Under 2,528%
@2.82
Over 2,572%
@1.38
Ready-made bet suggestions
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Balanced
- Žilina to win52%
- Over 2.5 goals72%
- František Kóša to score25%
03 · 4 legs
Bold
- Both teams to score70%
- Over 2.5 goals72%
- František Kóša to score25%
- Vincent Chyla to be booked23%
Odds & value
The model's value spots
Bets where the model's probability beats what the odds imply (EV+).
- 2 · Podbrezová25% probability@4.39PinnacleEV+12%reference odds
| Bookmaker | 1 · Žilina | X | 2 · Podbrezová |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betsafe | 1.88 | 3.50 | 3.50 |
| Betsson | 1.88 | 3.50 | 3.50 |
| Nordicbet | 1.88 | 3.50 | 3.50 |
| Pinnacle | 1.86 | 3.43 | EV+ 12% 4.39 |
Odds updated 5 Sept, 10:31
Odds movement
Market signal
The market has moved clearly towards a Žilina win since 31 August — the odds have shortened from 1.95 to 1.86 (−5%).
1-5 %
53 %48 %
1.95 → 1.86
X+4 %
30 %25 %
3.30 → 3.43
2+13 %
25 %20 %
3.88 → 4.39
Pinnacle · 13 recorded price levels · 31/08/2026 → 05/09/2026 · fixed scale 5 percentage points
Statistics
Head-to-head
8 matchesŽilina 2Draw 4Podbrezová 2
Goals: 11–8 (⌀ 2,4)
Head-to-head based on Slovak Super League data since 2023.
Key facts
- MSK Zilina come into this round on 3 straight wins.
Solid line = created (xG), dashed = conceded (xGA).
Žilina
Podbrezová
Žilina (15–12)
Podbrezová (10–12)
Last 5 matches. Circle size = pass volume, line width = combinations between players. Attacking left to right.
Žilina
Podbrezová
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.
Žilina
Podbrezová
The teams in numbers
| Performance | Žilina | Podbrezová |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 13 | 10 |
| xPoints | 7.7 | 9.4 |
| xG per match | 1.7 | 2 |
| xGA per match | 1.5 | 1.7 |
| xG within 8s of winning the ball | 0.43 | 0.36 |
| xGA within 8s of losing the ball | 0.27 | 0.54 |
| Playing style | Žilina | Podbrezová |
|---|---|---|
| Build-up efficiency | 0.31 | 0.34 |
| Field tilt | 0.54 | 0.55 |
| xT per match | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| xTA per match | 1 | 1.2 |
| Won balls, offensive half | 20 | 25 |
| Pressing intensity | 0.21 | 0.23 |
| Pressing efficiency | 0.29 | 0.26 |
| Pressing efficiency, offensive half | 0.26 | 0.23 |
| Entries into the box per match | 14 | 16 |
| Entries into the box against | 12 | 14 |
| Pass completion % | 0.77 | 0.74 |
| Pass completion % under pressure | 0.74 | 0.7 |
| Passes per match | 390 | 312 |
| Passes against per match | 290 | 353 |
| Switches of play per match | 19.4 | 20.2 |
| Long balls per match | 28 | 28 |
| Set pieces | Žilina | Podbrezová |
|---|---|---|
| xG from free kicks | 0.04 | 0.03 |
| Corners per match | 6.7 | 6.4 |
| Corners against per match | 5.5 | 5.4 |
| xG per corner | 0.03 | 0.03 |
| xGA per corner against | 0.01 | 0.03 |
| First touch, offensive corners % | 0.38 | 0.66 |
| First touch, defensive corners % | 0.67 | 0.59 |
| Other | Žilina | Podbrezová |
|---|---|---|
| Throw-in control | 0.76 | 0.73 |
| The goalkeepers | David Sipos (Žilina) | Martin Trnovsky (Podbrezová) |
|---|---|---|
| Saves | 14 | 11 |
| Save % | 61% | 58% |
| xG prevented | 33% | 40% |
| Claims | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
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Frequently asked questions
Who wins Žilina vs Podbrezová according to our model?
The model gives Žilina a 52% win probability. Full 1X2 picture: Žilina 52%, draw 23%, Podbrezová 25%.
What is the most likely scoreline?
The model's most likely final score is 2-1 at 9% probability.
Over or under 2.5 goals?
The model rates over 2.5 goals at 72% and under at 28%.
Will both teams score?
The probability of both teams scoring is 70% according to the model.
Why are some legs locked in the bet builder?
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.
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