Expert Analysis: Stoke City Women vs Loughborough Lightning Women
The upcoming match between Stoke City Women and Loughborough Lightning Women on October 12, 2025, promises to be an exciting encounter in women’s football. With both teams showing strong performances throughout the season, this fixture is expected to be a closely contested battle. The odds reflect a high-scoring game, with a significant probability of over 1.5 goals and over 2.5 goals being scored. Additionally, there is a notable chance for the home team to score in the second half, suggesting a dynamic and engaging match.
Stoke City (w)
Loughborough Lightning (w)
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Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 Goals | 86.70% | (2-2) | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 76.80% | (2-2) | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 98.40% | (2-2) | |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 62.50% | (2-2) | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 69.60% | ||
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 76.40% | (2-2) | |
| Home Team To Win | 65.30% | (2-2) | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 69.00% | ||
| Over 3.5 Goals | 61.70% | ||
| Avg. Total Goals | 3.23% | (2-2) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 2.38% | (2-2) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.15% | (2-2) | |
| Both Teams To Score | 65.80% | (2-2) |
Prediction Insights
- Over 1.5 Goals: 98.40% – The high probability indicates an expectation for both teams to find the back of the net, making it a potentially thrilling match for fans.
- Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: 98.40% – This suggests that Stoke City may come out stronger in the latter stages of the game, possibly after regrouping during halftime.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 97.90% – An initial defensive approach from both sides could lead to a low-scoring first half.
- Over 2.5 Goals: 76.50% – The likelihood of more than two goals being scored aligns with the expectation of an open and attacking game.
- Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 68.30% – Loughborough Lightning might face challenges breaking down Stoke City’s defense early on.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 67.20% – Despite the high scoring odds overall, there’s still a chance for a quieter second half.
- Home Team To Win: 68.20% – Stoke City is slightly favored to clinch victory, reflecting their home advantage and current form.
- Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 69.50% – Stoke City may adopt a cautious approach initially, focusing on defense before launching attacks later.
- Over 3.5 Goals: 61.80% – This indicates a potential for an even more exciting game with multiple goals likely from both teams.
The average total goals predicted at 4.40 suggests an action-packed match with ample opportunities for both teams to showcase their attacking prowess. With Stoke City conceding an average of 2.50 goals and scoring an average of 2.20 goals per game, they are expected to balance their offensive efforts with defensive solidity.