General Expert Overview
The upcoming matchup between FC Dallas and San Jose Earthquakes on June 26, 2025, presents a fascinating array of betting options. The odds provided by bookmakers offer insights into both teams’ defensive and offensive expectations. With an average total goals prediction of 3.45 and a slight edge given to home team performance, particularly in the second half, the game is expected to be competitive yet defensively cautious in the early stages. Key insights from the data suggest a probable focus on defensive strategies at least in the first half, with a likely increase in offensive activity as the match progresses.
Home Team Performance
The odds indicate a strong likelihood that FC Dallas will refrain from scoring in the first half with a probability of 84.50. This aligns with the expectation for both teams to hold their lines early on, evidenced by a similar odds line for a scoreless first half at 84.30. The chances of the home team balancing caution with enough offensive pressure to break through the deadlock appear favorable in the second half, as indicated by a home team not scoring in the second half odds of 69.30.
Away Team Performance
San Jose Earthquakes are also expected to focus on defense in the first half, with an 84% likelihood of both teams not scoring and an individual probability of 69% for the away team not scoring initially. This defensive posture seems poised to shift as the match progresses, with a stronger prediction of 65% for the away team to score in the second half, making them a potential threat once both teams have settled.
Overall Match Dynamics
The predictions suggest that while an under 2.5 goals scenario (60.10) is relatively favorable, the game could also see more action, with over 1.5 goals at 66.40. The first goal being scored after the 30-minute mark reflects a tactical match-up expected to start cautiously (55.50). Additionally, both teams are expected to have some offensive moments given that the both teams to score market holds a probability of 57.20.
Cards and Discipline
Sporting discipline is likely to manifest with under 5.5 cards at 76.70, suggesting a largely controlled match. However, there is still a significant chance for more disciplinary actions as indicated by the over 4.5 cards market at 54.60, suggesting possible tensions or aggressive play emerging as the game unfolds.
Scoring and Goal Projections
The average goals scored per match is predicted at 2.34 for FC Dallas and 1.71 conceded per match, indicating their offensive potential against the Earthquakes’ defense. In terms of game structure, the sum of goals being either 2 or 3 is seen as likely, with odds at 57.40, which complements the under 0.5 goals halftime expectation sitting at 50.80, underscoring the anticipated defensive setup early in the game.
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Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 86.90% | (2-4) | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 84.10% | (2-4) 1-0 1H 1.33 | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 77.40% | (2-4) 5 cards 1.48 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 72.00% | (2-4) 1-4 2H 1.60 | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 73.20% | (2-4) | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 69.30% | (2-4) 1.13 | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 67.10% | (2-4) | |
| Away Team To Score In 2nd Half | 65.90% | (2-4) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 59.10% | (2-4) 2.70 | |
| Draw In First Half | 56.20% | (2-4) 1-0 1H 2.50 | |
| Over 4.5 Cards | 54.90% | (2-4) 5 cards 1.80 | |
| First Goal 30+ Minutes | 58.00% | (2-4) | |
| Both Teams To Score | 55.30% | (2-4) 1.40 | |
| Sum of Goals 2 or 3 | 56.80% | (2-4) 2.25 | |
| Under 0.5 Goals HT | 51.10% | (2-4) 1-0 1H 4.00 | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 3.15% | (2-4) | |
| Yellow Cards | 3.13% | (2-4) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 2.01% | (2-4) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 1.44% | (2-4) |
