A busy day of cup football across Spain, Belgium, and Italy produced a mix of results, with several prediction markets showing strong accuracy. This analysis covers the main prediction types—1X2, Over/Under 1.5, Over/Under 2.5, Over/Under 3.5, and Both Teams to Score—highlighting the outcomes, trends, and insights behind each game.
1X2 Predictions
Extremadura vs Sevilla
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 1-2
Prediction: Away win (Sevilla)
Odds: 1.33
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Sevilla’s superior attacking quality and experience in cup football proved decisive, overcoming Extremadura’s home advantage. The odds reflected Sevilla’s status as favorites, and their ability to score twice confirmed their attacking strength [2].
Charleroi vs Mechelen
Competition: Belgian Cup
Result: 2-0
Prediction: Home or Away win (12)
Odds: 1.33
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Charleroi’s solid defense and ability to capitalize on chances at home led to a comfortable win. The prediction correctly anticipated a decisive result, with neither side struggling to find the net [2].
Ponferradina vs R. Santander
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 1-1
Prediction: Draw or Away win (X2)
Odds: 1.29
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Both teams showed defensive resilience, but R. Santander’s ability to respond after going behind kept the draw/away win prediction viable. The match was tightly contested, with neither side dominating [2].
Atl. Baleares vs Espanyol
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 1-0
Prediction: Away win (Espanyol)
Odds: 1.27
Outcome: Incorrect
Insight: Atl. Baleares’ defensive discipline and home advantage allowed them to edge a narrow win, defying the odds. Espanyol’s attacking strength was neutralized, highlighting the unpredictability of cup football [2].
Over/Under 2.5 Predictions
Lazio vs Milan
Competition: Coppa Italia, Italy
Result: 1-0
Prediction: Under 2.5 goals
Odds: 1.67
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Both teams prioritized defensive solidity, resulting in a low-scoring match. The prediction capitalized on the cautious approach typical in knockout football [2].
Sabadell vs Dep. La Coruna
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 0-2
Prediction: Under 2.5 goals
Odds: 1.70
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Dep. La Coruna’s efficiency in attack and Sabadell’s inability to score led to a match with fewer than three goals. The prediction reflected the trend of defensive performances in cup ties [2].
Extremadura vs Sevilla
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 1-2
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals
Odds: 1.62
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Sevilla’s attacking prowess and Extremadura’s willingness to engage led to a match with three goals. The prediction correctly identified the attacking potential of both teams [2].
Charleroi vs Mechelen
Competition: Belgian Cup
Result: 2-0
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals
Odds: 1.80
Outcome: Incorrect
Insight: Charleroi’s defensive approach limited the number of goals, resulting in a match with only two. The prediction failed to account for the home side’s defensive discipline [2].
Over/Under 3.5 Predictions
Lazio vs Milan
Competition: Coppa Italia, Italy
Result: 1-0
Prediction: Under 3.5 goals
Odds: 1.22
Outcome: Correct
Insight: The match’s low-scoring nature made the under 3.5 prediction a safe choice, reflecting the cautious tactics of both teams [2].
Bologna vs Parma
Competition: Coppa Italia, Italy
Result: 2-1
Prediction: Under 3.5 goals
Odds: 1.25
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Both teams showed attacking intent, but the match remained within the under 3.5 threshold. The prediction capitalized on the likelihood of a close, competitive game [2].
Tenerife vs Granada
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 0-1
Prediction: Under 3.5 goals
Odds: 1.22
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Defensive performances from both sides kept the match low-scoring, confirming the under 3.5 prediction [2].
Real Zaragoza vs Burgos
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 0-0
Prediction: Under 3.5 goals
Odds: 1.18
Outcome: Correct
Insight: The match was a defensive stalemate, with neither side able to break through. The prediction reflected the likelihood of a goalless draw in a tightly contested cup tie [2].
Over/Under 1.5 Predictions
Extremadura vs Sevilla
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 1-2
Prediction: Over 1.5 goals
Odds: 1.18
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Both teams found the net, confirming the prediction. The match’s attacking nature made over 1.5 goals a likely outcome [2].
Charleroi vs Mechelen
Competition: Belgian Cup
Result: 2-0
Prediction: Over 1.5 goals
Odds: 1.22
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Charleroi’s ability to score twice ensured the prediction was correct. The match’s attacking quality made over 1.5 goals a safe bet [2].
Genk vs Anderlecht
Competition: Belgian Cup
Result: 1-1
Prediction: Over 1.5 goals
Odds: 1.25
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Both teams scored, confirming the prediction. The match’s attacking nature made over 1.5 goals a likely outcome [2].
Bologna vs Parma
Competition: Coppa Italia, Italy
Result: 2-1
Prediction: Over 1.5 goals
Odds: 1.36
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Both teams found the net, confirming the prediction. The match’s attacking nature made over 1.5 goals a safe bet [2].
Both Teams to Score Predictions
Sant Andreu vs Celta Vigo
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 0-0
Prediction: No Both Teams to Score (OTS)
Odds: 1.75
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Both teams struggled to break down their opponents, resulting in a goalless draw. The prediction correctly anticipated a defensive stalemate [2].
Tenerife vs Granada
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 0-1
Prediction: No Both Teams to Score (OTS)
Odds: 1.80
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Only one team scored, confirming the prediction. The match’s defensive nature made both teams to score unlikely [2].
Sabadell vs Dep. La Coruna
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 0-2
Prediction: Both Teams to Score (BTS)
Odds: 1.91
Outcome: Incorrect
Insight: Sabadell failed to score, resulting in a match where only one team found the net. The prediction failed to account for Sabadell’s attacking struggles [2].
Ponferradina vs R. Santander
Competition: Copa del Rey, Spain
Result: 1-1
Prediction: Both Teams to Score (BTS)
Odds: 1.67
Outcome: Correct
Insight: Both teams scored, confirming the prediction. The match’s attacking nature made both teams to score a likely outcome [2].
Patterns & Trends
Accuracy: Over/Under 1.5 and Over/Under 3.5 predictions were the most accurate, with all predictions in these markets being correct. Over/Under 2.5 and 1X2 predictions also performed well, with only one incorrect prediction in each market. Both Teams to Score predictions were less reliable, with one incorrect outcome.
Trends: Defensive performances were common in cup football, leading to low-scoring matches and frequent under 2.5 and under 3.5 outcomes. Both Teams to Score predictions were less successful, as several matches featured only one team scoring. Attacking strength and home advantage played key roles in 1X2 predictions, with favorites often prevailing but occasional upsets occurring [2].