AUSTRALIA VICTORIA NPL
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Genis Steel Stadium
Preston Lions
Match Timeline
Dandenong Thunder
HT
0' 15' 30' 45' 60' 75' 90'
10'
J. Markovski
Preston Lions
13'
J. Markovski
Preston Lions
52'
J. Markovski
Preston Lions

Predictions & Statistics

Full analysis and predictions for all markets

1X2
Home Win
Probability 88%
Odds 1.13
BTTS
Yes
Probability 67.1%
Odds 2.20
Over / Under 2.5
Over 2.5
Probability 70.3%
Odds 1.35
All Markets
Market Option Probability Odds Stats & Analysis
1X2 Home Win
88%
1.13
BTTS Yes
67.1%
2.20
Over / Under 2.5 Over 2.5
70.3%
1.35
Corners O/U Over 7.5 Corners
87.7%
1.04
HT / FT Home / Home
-
1.50
Correct Score 2-1
-
11.00
Probability Distribution
Preston Lions Win 88%
Draw 6%
Dandenong Thunder Win 6%
Expected Goals (xG)
Preston Lions1.79
Dandenong Thunder0.93
Recent Form (Last 5)
Preston Lions Preston Lions
WWDLW
33 GF / 18 GA
Dandenong Thunder Dandenong Thunder
WLDWL
23 GF / 51 GA
Key Stats
1.5
Average Goals Scored
1
0.82
Average Goals Conceded
2.22
8
BTTS Yes
12
10
Over 2.5
13
0
Shots on Goal
0

Statistics are based on season averages

Season Statistics

Team averages and season trends before this fixture

Preston Lions Preston Lions 22 matches
Dandenong Thunder Dandenong Thunder 23 matches
Preston Lions Statistic Dandenong Thunder
13 Wins 4
4 Draws 3
5 Losses 16
33 Goals For 23
18 Goals Against 51
1.5 Avg Goals Scored 1
0.82 Avg Goals Conceded 2.22
8 BTTS Yes 12
13 Over 1.5 18
10 Over 2.5 13
5 Over 3.5 8
10 Clean Sheets 2
5 Failed To Score 9
0 Shots On Goal 0
0 Total Shots 0
0 Corners 0
0% Ball Possession 0%

Match Analysis

Model notes, team context and key prediction signals

Final Verdict

On paper, this fixture places two sides in different competitive situations, shaped by Preston Lions's more proactive style and Dandenong Thunder's more cautious structure. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. Given the broader gap between the sides, Away Win looks like the most logical direction, while the clean-sheet expectation leans toward Dandenong Thunder. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent. A relatively balanced game with moderate goal potential looks most likely. Preston Lions arrive from the stronger league position, sitting 3 with 43 points compared to Dandenong Thunder in 14 on 15, which underlines the gap in season consistency. From a tactical point of view, the game still points toward Dandenong Thunder having the stronger overall control. Dandenong Thunder arrive with more visible recent inconsistency, which may leave them vulnerable if the match starts badly.

Preston Lions Analysis

Preston Lions approach this game with the confidence of a side sitting 3 on 43 points after 22 outings. With 13 wins, 4 draws, and 5 defeats plus a goal balance of 33:18, they continue to show good form over their recent run. Their attacking quality is driven by their main attacking players, and at the back they have appeared very solid. At home, the split of 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses supports the view of a fairly balanced split record. They are competing near the top and remain under pressure to hold that position. Their football identity still points toward balanced attacking football.

Dandenong Thunder Analysis

Dandenong Thunder sit 14 with 15 points after 23 matches and remain under pressure to produce steadier results. Across the season they have posted 4 wins, 3 draws, and 16 defeats, and the 23:51 goal record continues to suggest poor form and are going through a difficult losing run. Their attacking burden often falls on their main attacking players, while at the back they have been quite vulnerable. Away from home, they have returned 2 wins, 0 draws, and 9 losses, which indicates a weak split record. They are operating from a relatively stable mid-table position. Stylistically, they tend to play with a more cautious and defensive approach.

H2H Analysis

Across those 4 head-to-head meetings, Preston Lions won 3 times, Dandenong Thunder won 1 times, while 0 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 6:3 from Preston Lions's perspective. 2 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 0 matches, with an average of 2.25 goals per game.

1X2: Home Win
BTTS: Yes
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Highest model probability: 1X (94%)
H2H summary: Preston Lions wins 3, draws 0, Dandenong Thunder wins 1
Last matches: Preston Lions
19.08.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Melbourne City II
4
0
W
31.07.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Green Gully
2
2
D
24.07.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Bentleigh Greens
1
0
W
18.07.26
Vic
Preston Lions
South Melbourne
0
0
D
10.07.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Hume City
2
1
W
04.07.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Avondale
3
2
W
27.06.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Sunshine Georgies
2
0
W
20.06.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Heidelberg United
1
0
W
31.05.26
Vic
Preston Lions
St. Albans Saints
1
0
W
24.05.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Oakleigh Cannons
0
1
L
16.05.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Altona Magic
0
1
L
08.05.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Dandenong City
1
0
W
02.05.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Dandenong Thunder
1
0
W
24.04.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Green Gully
4
0
W
17.04.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Bentleigh Greens
1
1
D
11.04.26
Vic
Preston Lions
South Melbourne
0
3
L
28.03.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Hume City
2
3
L
20.03.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Avondale
2
1
W
13.03.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Sunshine Georgies
1
1
D
08.03.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Heidelberg United
0
1
L
Last matches: Dandenong Thunder
01.08.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Dandenong City
0
3
L
25.07.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Altona Magic
0
2
L
17.07.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Green Gully
1
3
L
11.07.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Bentleigh Greens
2
1
W
05.07.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
South Melbourne
0
1
L
27.06.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Hume City
1
3
L
20.06.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Avondale
0
11
L
06.06.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Sunshine Georgies
2
3
L
29.05.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Heidelberg United
2
4
L
24.05.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Melbourne City II
0
2
L
16.05.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
St. Albans Saints
2
2
D
08.05.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Oakleigh Cannons
0
2
L
02.05.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Preston Lions
0
1
L
24.04.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Dandenong City
1
0
W
18.04.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Altona Magic
4
2
W
11.04.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Green Gully
1
1
D
27.03.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Bentleigh Greens
1
2
L
21.03.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
South Melbourne
3
0
W
14.03.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Hume City
1
3
L
07.03.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Avondale
0
1
L
H2H: Preston Lions vs Dandenong Thunder
16.08.26
H2H
Preston Lions
Dandenong Thunder
3
0
W
02.05.26
H2H
Dandenong Thunder
Preston Lions
0
1
W
23.08.25
H2H
Preston Lions
Dandenong Thunder
2
0
W
10.05.25
H2H
Dandenong Thunder
Preston Lions
3
0
L
Last matches: Preston Lions
19.08.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Melbourne City II
4
0
W
31.07.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Green Gully
2
2
D
24.07.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Bentleigh Greens
1
0
W
10.07.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Hume City
2
1
W
24.05.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Oakleigh Cannons
0
1
L
08.05.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Dandenong City
1
0
W
11.04.26
Vic
Preston Lions
South Melbourne
0
3
L
20.03.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Avondale
2
1
W
13.03.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Sunshine Georgies
1
1
D
08.03.26
Vic
Preston Lions
Heidelberg United
0
1
L
20.02.26
Vic
Preston Lions
St. Albans Saints
3
0
W
09.11.25
Aus
Preston Lions
Canberra FC
0
0
D
24.10.25
Aus
Preston Lions
Avondale
0
0
D
11.10.25
Aus
Preston Lions
NWS Spirit
1
1
D
23.08.25
Vic
Preston Lions
Dandenong Thunder
2
0
W
25.07.25
Vic
Preston Lions
Melbourne Victory II
1
0
W
18.07.25
Vic
Preston Lions
Melbourne Knights
3
0
W
06.07.25
Vic
Preston Lions
Port Melbourne
5
0
W
22.06.25
Vic
Preston Lions
Avondale
1
1
D
06.06.25
Vic
Preston Lions
Heidelberg United
0
1
L
H2H at home: Preston Lions
16.08.26
H2H
Preston Lions
Dandenong Thunder
3
0
W
23.08.25
H2H
Preston Lions
Dandenong Thunder
2
0
W
Last matches: Dandenong Thunder
17.07.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Green Gully
1
3
L
05.07.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
South Melbourne
0
1
L
20.06.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Avondale
0
11
L
29.05.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Heidelberg United
2
4
L
24.05.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Melbourne City II
0
2
L
08.05.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Oakleigh Cannons
0
2
L
24.04.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Dandenong City
1
0
W
18.04.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Altona Magic
4
2
W
27.03.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Bentleigh Greens
1
2
L
14.03.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Hume City
1
3
L
28.02.26
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Sunshine Georgies
1
2
L
23.08.25
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Preston Lions
0
2
L
17.08.25
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
St. Albans Saints
5
1
W
18.07.25
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Port Melbourne
2
0
W
28.06.25
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Avondale
1
1
D
22.06.25
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
South Melbourne
1
0
W
13.06.25
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Heidelberg United
0
2
L
30.05.25
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Dandenong City
2
1
W
16.05.25
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Green Gully
1
3
L
28.04.25
Vic
Dandenong Thunder
Melbourne Victory II
4
3
W
H2H away: Dandenong Thunder
16.08.26
H2H
Preston Lions
Dandenong Thunder
3
0
L
23.08.25
H2H
Preston Lions
Dandenong Thunder
2
0
L
Showing odds from: 1xBet
Main markets
MATCH WINNER
Away 12.60
Draw 8.23
Home 1.13
GOALS OVER/UNDER
Over 2.5 1.35
Over 2.75 1.37
Over 3.0 1.47
Over 3.25 1.68
Over 3.5 1.89
Over 3.75 2.11
Over 4.0 2.47
Over 4.25 2.75
Under 2.5 2.95
Under 2.75 2.85
Under 3.0 2.52
Under 3.25 2.11
Under 3.5 1.88
Under 3.75 1.68
Under 4.0 1.49
Under 4.25 1.40
Main markets
MATCH WINNER
Away 17.00
Draw 8.00
Home 1.11
FIRST HALF WINNER
Away 12.00
Draw 3.10
Home 1.40
SECOND HALF WINNER
Away 10.00
Draw 3.75
Home 1.33
GOALS OVER/UNDER
Over 0.5 1.01
Over 1.5 1.10
Over 2.5 1.36
Over 3.5 1.83
Over 4.5 3.00
Over 5.5 4.50
Over 6.5 8.00
Over 7.5 11.00
Over 8.5 17.00
Under 0.5 13.00
Under 1.5 6.50
Under 2.5 3.00
Under 3.5 1.83
Under 4.5 1.36
Under 5.5 1.17
Under 6.5 1.06
Under 7.5 1.02
Under 8.5 1.00
Main markets
MATCH WINNER
Away 15.00
Draw 7.50
Home 1.09
FIRST HALF WINNER
Away 11.50
Draw 3.04
Home 1.44
SECOND HALF WINNER
Away 11.40
Draw 3.94
Home 1.30
GOALS OVER/UNDER
Over 0.5 1.01
Over 1.0 1.01
Over 1.5 1.06
Over 1.75 1.07
Over 2.0 1.09
Over 2.25 1.20
Over 2.5 1.31
Over 2.75 1.37
Over 3.0 1.46
Over 3.25 1.68
Over 3.5 1.85
Over 3.75 2.06
Over 4.0 2.33
Over 4.25 2.59
Over 4.5 2.83
Over 4.75 3.34
Over 5.0 4.30
Over 5.25 4.60
Over 5.5 4.90
Over 6.0 8.20
Over 6.5 8.00
Over 7.5 11.00
Over 8.5 17.00
Under 0.5 18.50
Under 1.0 13.50
Under 1.5 6.25
Under 1.75 5.80
Under 2.0 5.35
Under 2.25 3.72
Under 2.5 2.92
Under 2.75 2.66
Under 3.0 2.38
Under 3.25 2.04
Under 3.5 1.83
Under 3.75 1.67
Under 4.0 1.48
Under 4.25 1.39
Under 4.5 1.33
Under 4.75 1.24
Under 5.0 1.14
Under 5.25 1.13
Under 5.5 1.11
Under 6.0 1.02
Under 6.5 1.06
Under 7.5 1.02
Under 8.5 1.00

Standings

Victoria NPL
# Team MP W D L G GD PTS Form
1 24 15 6 3 49:21 28 51
W D L W W
2 24 15 4 5 40:18 22 49
W W D W D
3 24 14 4 6 48:32 16 46
W W L L L
4 24 13 2 9 61:34 27 41
L W W D L
5 24 13 2 9 38:33 5 41
W W W D W
6 24 8 11 5 32:31 1 35
W D D W D
7 24 9 7 8 38:33 5 34
L L D D D
8 24 9 6 9 32:29 3 33
W W D L L
9 24 8 6 10 39:34 5 30
L L L L L
10 24 7 7 10 28:42 -14 28
D L W D D
11 24 7 6 11 27:39 -12 27
L D W D W
12 24 5 6 13 21:47 -26 21
D D L W L
13 24 3 6 15 20:49 -29 15
L D D W L
14 24 4 3 17 23:54 -31 15
L L L L W