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Tightly Contested Predictions

Most evenly matched fixtures by predicted outcome probabilities β€” Monday 15 January 2024

These fixtures have the smallest gap between home and away win probability β€” meaning neither team has a significant edge. Our prediction model scores each fixture by how evenly the outcome probabilities are spread across all three results. Fixtures at the top are closest to a perfect 33% / 33% / 33% split, making them prime candidates for the draw and double-chance markets.

The model shortlists five fixtures on Monday 15 January 2024. Jong Utrecht vs VVV Venlo sits top on 92% in the Eerste Divisie. The shortlist runs from 92% down to 59%, so the depth of the card matters as much as the headline pick.

Model output for information only β€” not betting advice. See the model's accuracy record.

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Fixture360 only lists fixtures from a curated set of leagues, chosen specifically to keep our prediction model accurate.

#1 Primeira Liga Β· Portugal
Vitória SC
2 : 1 FT
Arouca
βœ“ Win 39%
Draw 24%
Win 37%
✓ Over 2.5 59% ✓ BTTS Yes 62%
#2 Eerste Divisie Β· Netherlands
Jong PSV U21
2 : 2 FT
Den Bosch
Win 38%
Draw 28%
Win 34%
✓ Over 2.5 54% ✓ BTTS Yes 59%
#3 Eerste Divisie Β· Netherlands
Jong Utrecht
0 : 0 FT
VVV Venlo
Win 39%
Draw 30%
Win 31%
✓ Under 2.5 56%
#4 Ligue 2 Β· France
Auxerre
3 : 1 FT
Bordeaux
βœ“ Win 51%
Draw 23%
Win 26%
✓ Over 2.5 58% ✓ BTTS Yes 58%
#5 League One Β· England
Derby
3 : 2 FT
Burton Albion
βœ“ Win 64%
Draw 23%
Win 13%
Under 2.5 54% BTTS No 58%

Showing top 5 most evenly matched fixtures (draw probability β‰₯ 22%). Predictions are generated by our prediction model and updated daily. For informational purposes only.

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Tightly Contested β€” common questions

What does the Tightly Contested market mean?

Tightly Contested settles on whether a match is close to a three-way coin toss between home, draw and away. It is one of the most commonly offered football markets and is priced by every major bookmaker.

How does Fixture360 calculate tightly contested probability?

Our Poisson model estimates each team's expected goals from their attack and defence strengths, then builds a probability for every possible scoreline. The outcome evenness shown here is how evenly the model spreads probability across all three results. No bookmaker odds are used as an input — the model is independent of the market.

How many fixtures qualified for Tightly Contested on Monday 15 January 2024?

five fixtures met the criteria, led by Jong Utrecht vs VVV Venlo at 92% outcome evenness.

Which fixtures appear on this page?

Fixtures with the smallest spread between home, draw and away probability, ranked strongest first. The page defaults to today; the date strip moves to other days, and only fixtures with enough underlying result history to generate a model snapshot are eligible.

How accurate are these tightly contested predictions?

Every settled prediction is scored and published on our model accuracy page, broken down by market and league. Treat any single day as a small sample — the model is built to be judged over hundreds of fixtures, not one card.

Are these predictions betting tips?

No. These are model outputs published for information, with no stake or return implied. Gambling carries real financial risk — please read our responsible gambling guidance.