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Tightly Contested Predictions

Most evenly matched fixtures by predicted outcome probabilities — Wednesday 30 December 2026

These fixtures have the smallest gap between home and away win probability — 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.

Twelve matches clear our threshold on Wednesday 30 December 2026. The strongest reading belongs to Chiangrai United vs Port FC at 84% in the Thai League 1. The shortlist runs from 84% down to 71%, so the depth of the card matters as much as the headline pick.

Premier League supplies six of the top 10, making it the dominant competition on this list.

Model output for information only — 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 Pro League · United-Arab-Emirates
Dubai United
– : – 12:55
Al Ain
Win 36%
Draw 23%
Win 41%
Over 2.5 62% BTTS Yes 63%
#2 Pro League · United-Arab-Emirates
Al-Dhafra
– : – 12:55
Ajman
Win 42%
Draw 23%
Win 35%
Over 2.5 64% BTTS Yes 65%
#3 Premier League · England
Ipswich
– : – 20:15
Chelsea
Win 33%
Draw 25%
Win 42%
BTTS Yes 56%
#4 Premier League · England
Newcastle
– : – 19:30
Nottingham Forest
Win 42%
Draw 25%
Win 32%
BTTS Yes 55%
#5 Premier League · England
Coventry
– : – 19:30
Brentford
Win 33%
Draw 24%
Win 43%
Over 2.5 59% BTTS Yes 61%
#6 Premier League · England
Crystal Palace
– : – 19:30
Bournemouth
Win 32%
Draw 23%
Win 45%
Over 2.5 65% BTTS Yes 66%
#7 Premier League · England
Aston Villa
– : – 20:15
Liverpool
Win 31%
Draw 25%
Win 44%
Over 2.5 54% BTTS Yes 57%
#8 Thai League 1 · Thailand
Buriram United
– : – 11:00
BG Pathum United
Win 46%
Draw 25%
Win 29%
BTTS Yes 56%
#9 Premier League · England
Fulham
– : – 19:30
Arsenal
Win 28%
Draw 28%
Win 44%
Under 2.5 60% BTTS No 55%
#10 Thai League 1 · Thailand
Chiangrai United
– : – 12:00
Port FC
Win 27%
Draw 29%
Win 44%
Under 2.5 61% BTTS No 56%
#11 Pro League · United-Arab-Emirates
Al-Wasl FC
– : – 15:40
Al Nasr
Win 50%
Draw 23%
Win 28%
Over 2.5 62% BTTS Yes 62%
#12 Premier League · England
Manchester United
– : – 19:30
Sunderland
Win 51%
Draw 22%
Win 27%
Over 2.5 64% BTTS Yes 64%

Showing top 12 most evenly matched fixtures (draw probability ≥ 22%). Predictions are generated by our prediction model and updated daily. For informational purposes only.

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Tightly Contested — 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 Wednesday 30 December 2026?

twelve fixtures met the criteria, led by Chiangrai United vs Port FC at 84% 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.