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Tightly Contested Predictions

Most evenly matched fixtures by predicted outcome probabilities β€” Friday 12 November 2021

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 six fixtures on Friday 12 November 2021. Derry City vs Sligo Rovers sits top on 86% in the Premier Division. The shortlist runs from 86% down to 78%, so the depth of the card matters as much as the headline pick.

Premier Division supplies three of the top 6, which is worth noting if you are spreading selections across leagues.

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 Eerste Divisie Β· Netherlands
FC OSS
0 : 0 FT
Helmond Sport
Win 38%
Draw 23%
Win 39%
Over 2.5 63% BTTS Yes 64%
#2 Premier Division Β· Ireland
Derry City
2 : 0 FT
Sligo Rovers
βœ“ Win 42%
Draw 28%
Win 30%
✓ Under 2.5 59% ✓ BTTS No 53%
#3 League One Β· England
Bolton
2 : 0 FT
Crewe
βœ“ Win 43%
Draw 27%
Win 30%
✓ Under 2.5 57%
#4 Premier Division Β· Ireland
Bohemians
3 : 1 FT
Shamrock Rovers
Win 29%
Draw 26%
Win 45%
#5 Premier Division Β· Ireland
St Patrick's Athl.
2 : 2 FT
Finn Harps
Win 46%
Draw 25%
Win 29%
✓ Over 2.5 54% ✓ BTTS Yes 56%
#6 League Two Β· England
Hartlepool
1 : 2 FT
Newport County
Win 46%
Draw 29%
Win 25%
✓ Over 2.5 53% ✓ BTTS Yes 58%

Showing top 6 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 Friday 12 November 2021?

six fixtures met the criteria, led by Derry City vs Sligo Rovers at 86% 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.