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Grenoble 0-0 Boulogne – Result & Analysis

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Ligue 2 · Regular Season - 25

Kick-off

Fri 27 Feb 2026

19:00

Venue

Stade des Alpes

Competition

Ligue 2

France

Status

FT
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Poisson model rates Grenoble at 36%, yet other data sources diverge — this Grenoble vs Boulogne fixture contains genuine analytical tension.

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Full Analysis

Stade des Alpes plays host to Grenoble versus Boulogne in Ligue 2, Regular Season - 25. Kick-off: Friday 27 February 2026 at 19:00 UTC.

Form

Grenoble (all games): 2W 5D 3L across 10 Ligue 2 fixtures this term — 1.10 PPG. Last five: D W D D D. They are averaging 0.80 goals per game and conceding 1.20 — a modest attacking output that tempers optimism on the Over 2.5 market. 3 clean sheets from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation. This season is still relatively young for Grenoble, so this record blends games from this season and last.

At home at Stade des Alpes, Grenoble have gone 3W 5D 2L this season (10 games, 1.40 PPG). At home they are averaging 0.80 goals scored and 1.00 conceded per game. 4 home clean sheets from 10 games (40%) — a solid defensive base on their own ground.

Boulogne's overall Ligue 2 record this term: 4W 2D 4L from 10 games (1.40 PPG). Last five: D W L W L. Their scoring rate of 1.20 per game is modest, conceding 1.40 — not a side to back heavily on the Over 2.5 from their form alone. 2 clean sheets from 10 outings suggests some defensive organisation. Both teams have scored in 60% of their games — a noteworthy BTTS rate that supports the Yes market. This season is still relatively young for Boulogne, so this record blends games from this season and last.

Boulogne's away record: 4W 4D 2L from 10 road trips in Ligue 2 this season (1.60 PPG). Away from home they average 1.20 goals scored and 1.10 conceded per game. BTTS has landed in 60% of their away games — meaningful support for the Yes angle in this specific context.

Both sides are running at similar form levels — 1.10 PPG for Grenoble against 1.40 for Boulogne. There is no clear form edge to exploit here; other signals need to take the lead.

H2H History

Form and model data should carry more weight here — the historical record is too balanced to provide a directional steer. From 1 meetings: Grenoble 0W, Boulogne 1W, 0D.

These two sides have produced goals at a consistent rate historically, averaging 4.0 per game across 1 meetings. That scoring profile provides genuine support for the Over 2.5 angle. The most recent clash, on 21 Nov 2025, ended 1–3 with Boulogne winning.

With the win record balanced, the strongest H2H-derived signal is in the goals market. At 4.0 goals per game historically, Over 2.5 is the cleaner angle to extract from the head-to-head data.

Trading & In-Play

Grenoble — key trading statistics (26 games, 13 at home): they score before half-time in 38% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 64% of the time; BTTS occurs in 54% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 38% of games (home games); they fail to score in 31% of games.

Boulogne — key trading statistics (26 games, 13 at away): they score before half-time in 54% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 100% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 50% of those occasions; BTTS occurs in 54% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 38% of games (away games).

BTTS rates are mixed from the trading data — Grenoble 62% versus Boulogne 58%; no strong lean in either direction. The over/under 2.5 picture is inconclusive from the in-play data (Grenoble 46% | Boulogne 54%).

Poisson Model

The Poisson distribution model projects Grenoble 1.01 xG and Boulogne 0.96 xG. These expected goals figures are the primary input: they feed a goal-probability matrix across all scoreline combinations to derive the result and market probabilities below. Underlying strength ratings: Grenoble attack 0.834 / defence 0.916 | Boulogne attack 0.875 / defence 1.049. League average goals — home 1.156 / away 1.197. Data: 58 Grenoble games / 24 Boulogne games used (CurrentSeason).

Result probabilities: Grenoble 36% | Draw 31% | Boulogne 33%. Fair-value odds: Grenoble 2.78 | Draw 3.23 | Boulogne 3.03. This is a low-confidence result — no outcome exceeds 45%. The draw at 31% is a primary outcome, not an afterthought.

Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 32% | BTTS probability 39% | Total xG 1.97. Under 2.5 is the strongly backed market at 68% probability — total xG of 1.97 sits well below the 2.5 threshold. The model is projecting a tight, low-scoring match based on both sides' defensive quality. BTTS probability of 39% is moderate — neither team is projected to score with enough certainty to make Yes a clear standalone call.

Final Verdict

Poisson rates Grenoble as the most likely outcome at 36% — marginal model lean. Draw probability of 31% warrants consideration of Double Chance or Draw No Bet on Grenoble if the outright odds are short. The opposing side holds a 33% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should be staked accordingly.

The Poisson model projects 1.97 xG in total — Under 2.5 at 32% — reasonable confidence, supported by form averaging 2.0 goals per game.

Poisson assigns a 39% probability to BTTS No based on the attack/defence strength model. Form rates are neutral: Grenoble 50% | Boulogne 60%.

The outsider holds a 33% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should not be treated as one. Proportionate stakes are appropriate given the genuine contest the data projects.

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💡 Key Insights

H2H The H2H record is evenly balanced (0W–0D–1W), with no clear historical advantage.
Goals H2H suggests 4.00 goals/game but Poisson xG is only 1.97 — current-season defences are outperforming historical norms.
BTTS H2H BTTS history (100%) is contradicted by Poisson (39%) — recent defensive form has changed the dynamic.
Goals Form averages (~1.5 goals/game) and Poisson xG (1.97) both support Under 2.5 goals (68% probability).
Prediction Poisson model shows elevated draw probability at 31% — tight contest expected.
Goals Poisson Over 2.5 probability is only 32% — the model points to an Under 2.5 outcome.

🏟️ Match Context

• Fixture: Grenoble vs Boulogne | Competition: Ligue 2, Regular Season - 25 | Venue: Stade des Alpes • Kick-off: Friday 27 Feb 2026, 19:00 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing

📊 Statistical Prediction

• Poisson result probabilities: Grenoble 36% | Draw 31% | Boulogne 33% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 32% | BTTS 39% | xG Grenoble 1.01 / Boulogne 0.96 • Poisson strength factors: Grenoble attack 0.834 / def 0.916 | Boulogne attack 0.875 / def 1.049 | league avg home 1.156 / away 1.197 • Poisson stance: Grenoble (36%) — low confidence — close contest

🧮 Prediction Model

1.01

Grenoble xG

Expected Goals

0.96

Boulogne xG

36%
31%
33%
Grenoble Draw Boulogne

39%

BTTS

59%

Over 1.5

32%

Over 2.5

14%

Over 3.5

Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓

⚠️ This analysis is generated algorithmically from statistical data and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice. Please gamble responsibly.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What time does Grenoble vs Boulogne kick off?

Grenoble vs Boulogne kicked off at 19:00 on Friday 27 February 2026 at Stade des Alpes.

What was the final score in Grenoble vs Boulogne?

Grenoble 0 - 0 Boulogne.

Where is Grenoble vs Boulogne being played?

The match is being played at Stade des Alpes.

What competition is Grenoble vs Boulogne part of?

Grenoble vs Boulogne is a Regular Season - 25 fixture in the Ligue 2 (France).

Who is favourite to win Grenoble vs Boulogne?

Our statistical model gives Grenoble a 36% chance of winning, Boulogne a 33% chance, and a 31% chance of a draw — making Grenoble the favourite.

Will both teams score in Grenoble vs Boulogne?

Our model estimates a 39% probability that both Grenoble and Boulogne will score (BTTS).

Will Grenoble vs Boulogne have over 2.5 goals?

Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 32%.

What is the head-to-head record between Grenoble and Boulogne?

Record (1 meetings): Grenoble 0W | Draws 0 | Boulogne 1W.

What form are Grenoble and Boulogne in?

Grenoble (all comps): 2W-5D-3L in 10 | 1.10 PPG | GF 0.80 / GA 1.20 | L5 D-W-D-D-D. Boulogne (all comps): 4W-2D-4L in 10 | 1.40 PPG | GF 1.20 / GA 1.40 | L5 D-W-L-W-L.

🧮 Model Insight

Where the Numbers Come From

The model rates Grenoble's attack at 0.83x the league average against Boulogne's defence at 1.05x — combine the two and it projects 1.01 expected goals for the hosts. Flip it around — Boulogne's attack (0.88x) against Grenoble's defence (0.92x) — and the away total comes out at 0.96.

These ratings are built from 58/24 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.

Scoreline Breakdown

Of every possible scoreline, 0-0 carries the highest individual probability at 15.7% — still a long way from a near-certainty, which says something about how open this one is on paper. Close behind: 1-1 (15.3%), 1-0 (12.3%). Those top three scorelines alone account for 43% of the model's total probability mass — a relatively concentrated, predictable distribution for this fixture.

Most Likely Outcome

Grenoble Win

36%

Grenoble

2.79

31%

Draw

3.21

33%

Boulogne

3.02

Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines

1 – 0

14.1%

Home win

Most likely

0 – 0

13.9%

Draw

1 – 1

13.5%

Draw

Expected Goals & Win Odds

1.01

Grenoble xG

Total xG

1.97

0.96

Boulogne xG

36%
31%
33%
GrenobleDrawBoulogne

2.79

36%

Home win

3.21

31%

Draw

3.02

33%

Away win

Goals Markets

59%

Over 1.5

1.69

41%

Under 1.5

2.44

32%

Over 2.5

3.12

68%

Under 2.5

1.47

14%

Over 3.5

7.14

86%

Under 3.5

1.16

5%

Over 4.5

20.00

95%

Under 4.5

1.05

Match Markets

Both Teams to Score

39%

BTTS Yes

2.55

61%

BTTS No

1.65

Clean Sheet

38%

Grenoble

2.61

36%

Boulogne

2.75

Win to Nil

14%

Grenoble

7.30

12%

Boulogne

8.30

Score Probability Matrix (%)

H \ A 0 1 2 3 4 5
0 13.9 13.4 6.4 2.1 0.5 0.1
1 14.1 13.5 6.5 2.1 0.5 0.1
2 7.1 6.8 3.3 1.0 0.3
3 2.4 2.3 1.1 0.4 0.1
4 0.6 0.6 0.3 0.1
5 0.1 0.1 0.1

Green = home win Β· Grey = draw Β· Amber = away win Β· Outlined cell = most likely score

Model Internals
λ Home (xG) 1.011
λ Away (xG) 0.960
Total xG 1.971
League avg home goals 1.156
League avg away goals 1.197
Grenoble attack strength 0.834
Grenoble defence strength 0.916
Boulogne attack strength 0.875
Boulogne defence strength 1.049
Data phase CurrentSeason
Games used (H/A) 58 / 24

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most likely scoreline for Grenoble vs Boulogne?

Our Poisson model rates 0-0 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 15.7%.

How many goals are Grenoble and Boulogne expected to score?

The model projects 1.01 expected goals for Grenoble and 0.96 for Boulogne, a combined total of 1.97.

How confident is the prediction model for Grenoble vs Boulogne?

Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 36%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.

📈 Form Insight

Recent Form Overview

Across their last 26 outings, Grenoble have picked up 1.19 PPG on a 7W 10D 9L record — D-W-D-D-D across the most recent five. The sample for Grenoble is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.

Boulogne's form line: 8W 5D 13L from 26 games, 1.12 PPG, last five D-W-L-W-L. The sample for Boulogne is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.

There isn't much between them on recent form — 1.19 PPG for Grenoble against 1.12 for Boulogne. Neither side arrives with a clear form advantage.

How They Fare by Venue

On home soil, Grenoble have posted 1.62 PPG from 13 outings (5W 6D 2L). That's noticeably better than their 1.19 PPG overall — Grenoble are a different proposition at home than their general record suggests.

On the road, Boulogne have gone 5W 4D 4L from 13 away games — 1.46 PPG when travelling.

Attack vs Defence

Grenoble are averaging 1.08 goals scored and 1.27 conceded per game recently; Boulogne are on 1.08 scored and 1.54 conceded.

On BTTS specifically: Grenoble have seen both teams score in 62% of their recent games.

Last 26 Results — Ligue 2

Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)

Grenoble

Grenoble

Blended
D W D D D
Boulogne

Boulogne

Blended
D W L W L
26 Played 26
7/10/9 W / D / L 8/5/13
1.19 Points Per Game 1.12
1.08 Avg Goals Scored 1.08
1.27 Avg Goals Conceded 1.54
2.35 Avg Goals / Game 2.62
6 Clean Sheets 4
16 BTTS 15
12 Over 2.5 Games 14
Grenoble

Grenoble

D
A Nancy
0–0 HT 0–0
20 Feb
D
H Reims
0–0 HT 0–0
14 Feb
D
A Annecy
1–1 HT 0–1
06 Feb
W
H Amiens
2–1 HT 1–0
30 Jan
D
A PAU
2–2 HT 0–1
23 Jan
L
H RED Star FC 93
0–3 HT 0–1
17 Jan
L
A Bastia
0–1 HT 0–1
03 Jan
D
H Montpellier
1–1 HT 0–0
13 Dec
W
H Nancy
1–0 HT 0–0
05 Dec
L
A Boulogne
1–3 HT 1–0
21 Nov
W
H Rodez
2–1 HT 2–0
07 Nov
W
A Amiens
3–2 HT 2–0
01 Nov
D
H Guingamp
0–0 HT 0–0
28 Oct
L
A RED Star FC 93
0–1 HT 0–0
24 Oct
D
H PAU
1–1 HT 0–0
17 Oct
W
A Reims
4–2 HT 2–1
04 Oct
D
H Bastia
0–0 HT 0–0
26 Sep
L
A Le Mans
0–1 HT 0–1
23 Sep
L
H Annecy
1–3 HT 0–0
19 Sep
W
H Dunkerque
1–0 HT 1–0
13 Sep
D
A Saint Etienne
1–1 HT 0–1
30 Aug
L
A Clermont Foot
1–2 HT 0–0
22 Aug
D
H Laval
1–1 HT 0–0
15 Aug
L
A Estac Troyes
1–2 HT 1–1
09 Aug
L
A Annecy
1–3 HT 1–1
10 May
W
H Estac Troyes
3–1 HT 2–0
02 May
Boulogne

Boulogne

L
H Clermont Foot
0–2 HT 0–0
20 Feb
W
A PAU
2–1 HT 0–0
13 Feb
L
H Rodez
1–2 HT 0–1
06 Feb
W
A Saint Etienne
1–0 HT 1–0
31 Jan
D
A RED Star FC 93
2–2 HT 0–1
24 Jan
W
H Montpellier
1–0 HT 0–0
16 Jan
L
A Guingamp
0–3 HT 0–2
03 Jan
L
H Estac Troyes
1–2 HT 1–1
15 Dec
D
A Clermont Foot
1–1 HT 0–0
05 Dec
W
H Grenoble
3–1 HT 0–1
21 Nov
D
A Dunkerque
1–1 HT 0–0
07 Nov
D
A Annecy
1–1 HT 0–1
31 Oct
L
H Reims
2–6 HT 2–4
28 Oct
L
A Le Mans
0–1 HT 0–0
24 Oct
D
H Guingamp
2–2 HT 0–1
17 Oct
W
A Amiens
1–0 HT 0–0
03 Oct
L
H RED Star FC 93
1–2 HT 1–1
29 Sep
W
A Montpellier
3–1 HT 1–0
23 Sep
L
H PAU
0–3 HT 0–3
19 Sep
W
H Bastia
1–0 HT 0–0
16 Sep
L
H Laval
1–2 HT 0–2
12 Sep
L
A Rodez
0–1 HT 0–1
29 Aug
L
H Saint Etienne
0–1 HT 0–0
23 Aug
L
A Nancy
0–1 HT 0–1
15 Aug
W
A Clermont Foot
2–1 HT 0–0
25 May
L
H Clermont Foot
1–3 HT 1–1
20 May

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What form are Grenoble and Boulogne in coming into this match?

Grenoble have gone 7W 10D 9L in their last 26 games (1.19 PPG), while Boulogne have gone 8W 5D 13L in their last 26 (1.12 PPG).

Which team has the better venue record — Grenoble at home or Boulogne away?

Grenoble's home record (1.62 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — Grenoble at home: 1.62 PPG; Boulogne away: 1.46 PPG.

⚔️ Rivalry Insight

The Rivalry So Far

These sides have met 2 times that we have on record, stretching back to November 2025 — a rivalry that has played out across roughly 1 year. Every recorded meeting has come in Ligue 2. They last met on 27 February 2026, roughly 6 months ago.

Last 2 Meetings

Grenoble

0

Grenoble

1

Draws

Boulogne

1

Boulogne

Recent Meetings

Grenoble
0–0
27 Feb 26
Boulogne
Boulogne
3–1
21 Nov 25
Grenoble

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the head-to-head record between Grenoble and Boulogne?

From 2 meetings on record, Grenoble have won 0, Boulogne have won 1, and 1 have been drawn.

When did Grenoble and Boulogne last play each other?

They last met on 27 February 2026, when Grenoble 0-0 Boulogne.

Who has won more matches between Grenoble and Boulogne?

Boulogne have the better head-to-head record, with 1 wins from 2 meetings.

📈 Trading Insight

Early Goal Trends

Grenoble see a goal before the break in 38% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 31% of the time.

Boulogne see a goal before the break in 54% of their matches. They've also shown some fight from behind, salvaging a draw or win after trailing at half-time in 15% of those situations.

Full-Time Markets

BTTS sits in mixed territory for this pairing — Grenoble 54%, Boulogne 54% — no strong lean either way from the trading data alone.

Over 2.5 has been close to a coin-flip for both sides — 38% (Grenoble) and 38% (Boulogne).

On the defensive side: Grenoble keep a clean sheet in 38% of their matches; Grenoble have failed to score in 31% of games; Boulogne in 31%.

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Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue  |  Venue = Grenoble home games / Boulogne away games. HT metrics require half-time score data β€” shown as β€” where unavailable.

Grenoble Grenoble Blended
Metric All
(26 games)
Venue
(13 games)
Half-Time Metrics
1+ Goal Before HT 15/26
(57.7%)
5/13
(38.5%)
2+ Goals Before HT 6/26
(23.1%)
2/13
(15.4%)
0-0 HT → 1+ Goal 2nd Half 7/11
(63.6%)
5/8
(62.5%)
0-0 HT → 2+ Goals 2nd Half 5/11
(45.5%)
4/8
(50%)
Winning at HT 7/26
(26.9%)
4/13
(30.8%)
Lost Lead (Win HT → No Win FT) 1/26
(3.8%)
0/13
(0%)
Came From Behind (Lose HT → Draw/Win FT) 3/26
(11.5%)
0/13
(0%)
Full-Time Metrics
BTTS 16/26
(61.5%)
7/13
(53.8%)
Over 2.5 Goals 12/26
(46.2%)
5/13
(38.5%)
Over 3.5 Goals 7/26
(26.9%)
2/13
(15.4%)
Clean Sheet 6/26
(23.1%)
5/13
(38.5%)
Failed to Score 8/26
(30.8%)
4/13
(30.8%)
Boulogne Boulogne Blended
Metric All
(26 games)
Venue
(13 games)
Half-Time Metrics
1+ Goal Before HT 16/26
(61.5%)
7/13
(53.8%)
2+ Goals Before HT 7/26
(26.9%)
1/13
(7.7%)
0-0 HT → 1+ Goal 2nd Half 10/10
(100%)
6/6
(100%)
0-0 HT → 2+ Goals 2nd Half 5/10
(50%)
4/6
(66.7%)
Winning at HT 2/26
(7.7%)
2/13
(15.4%)
Lost Lead (Win HT → No Win FT) 0/26
(0%)
0/13
(0%)
Came From Behind (Lose HT → Draw/Win FT) 4/26
(15.4%)
2/13
(15.4%)
Full-Time Metrics
BTTS 15/26
(57.7%)
7/13
(53.8%)
Over 2.5 Goals 14/26
(53.8%)
5/13
(38.5%)
Over 3.5 Goals 6/26
(23.1%)
2/13
(15.4%)
Clean Sheet 4/26
(15.4%)
2/13
(15.4%)
Failed to Score 7/26
(26.9%)
4/13
(30.8%)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do both teams usually score when Grenoble play Boulogne?

Not especially — both teams scoring has occurred in only 54% of Grenoble's recent matches and 54% of Boulogne's, a rate that leans toward BTTS No.

Is Grenoble vs Boulogne usually a high-scoring fixture?

Not particularly — Over 2.5 goals has come in for only 38% of Grenoble's recent games and 38% of Boulogne's, pointing to a tighter contest.

📰

Stalemate at Grenoble's ground as both sides cancel each other out in a goalless draw.

📝 Match Report

How It Unfolded

Grenoble and Boulogne finished level at 0-0 at Stade des Alpes, Regular Season - 25, in the Ligue 2. That is the final score; the rest of this report grades it against what the data forecast beforehand.

The Model vs The Result

The Poisson model went into this projecting Grenoble 1.01 xG and Boulogne 0.96 xG, a combined 1.97. The scoreboard read 0-0 for 0 actual goals. Grenoble fell 1.0 short of their projected output. Boulogne landed 1.0 under their projected return. Those figures were built on strength ratings of Grenoble attack 0.83 / defence 0.92 against Boulogne attack 0.88 / defence 1.05, drawn from 58/24 games (CurrentSeason).

On the result, the model split it Grenoble 36% | Draw 31% | Boulogne 33%, with Grenoble to win its most likely call at 36%. The actual draw had been the model's second-ranked read at 31%, so the result diverged from the top call without being a shock.

Goals & Markets

The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 32%. The game delivered 0, so it stayed under — the model's lean was correct. Over 1.5 had been 59% and missed. On both teams to score, the model sat at 39% and the match did not — another call in the model's favour. Historically the two sides average 50% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (Grenoble 46%, Boulogne 54%), a base rate that pointed the other way from today's under. Their combined BTTS history runs at 60%, which did not match the one-sided outcome.

Trading Patterns vs Reality

Grenoble's trading profile (26 games, 13 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 62% of their matches — today it did not; they fail to score in 31% of games, a blank that repeated today.

Boulogne's trading profile (26 games, 13 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 58% of their matches — today it did not; they fail to score in 27% of games, a blank that repeated today.

Form vs Result

The form lines were close — Grenoble 1.19 PPG, Boulogne 1.12 PPG — offering no strong steer, and the draw fit that even billing. Grenoble (home/away splits) managed 0 against a 1.00 scoring average — below par going forward and conceded 0 against a 0.92 average — tighter than their form line. Boulogne (home/away splits) managed 0 against a 1.08 scoring average — below par going forward and conceded 0 against a 1.08 average — tighter than their form line.

Verdict

Grading the result against the stored data, 2 of 3 pre-match signals came in: result (miss), Over 2.5 (hit), BTTS (hit). A mixed scorecard — the data caught the broad shape of the game but not every market.

💡 Key Insights

Model Over/Under 2.5 landed as modelled — 32% Over 2.5 probability, 0 goals scored.
Model BTTS matched the model — 39% projected, both teams did not both score.
Trading Trading data bucked — 50% historical Over 2.5 rate, but the game stayed under.

⚠️ This match report is generated algorithmically from the final score, our prediction model, and each team's historical form and trading data. Analysis is for informational purposes only.