Bentleigh greens vs Preston Lions: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 April

Bentleigh greens

L L L W L

12th place in VIC Premier League

1-1

17/04/2026 05:30

Preston Lions

W W W D W

5th place in VIC Premier League

VIC Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Bentleigh greens vs Preston Lions on 17 April 2026 (kick-off: 05:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Bentleigh greens vs Preston Lions preview before placing your bet.

Bentleigh greens are currently 12th with 20 points after 23 matches.
Preston Lions sit 5th with 37 points from 22 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Preston Lions to win with probability 44%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Bentleigh greens and Preston Lions have each won 1 of the last 2 meetings, while 0 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

05:30

2026-04-17

Bentleigh greens vs Preston Lions - Prediction & Odds

Bentleigh greens

Preston Lions

2026-04-17 05:30

STANDINGS UP TO 17/04/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Oakleigh Cannons	48	23	14	6	3	45	20	25
02 Hume City	43	23	13	4	6	43	28	15
03 Avondale FC	41	23	13	2	8	59	31	28
04 South Melbourne	38	23	12	2	9	35	33	2
05 Preston Lions	37	22	13	4	5	33	18	15
06 Heidelberg United	34	23	9	7	7	34	28	6
07 Caroline Springs George Cross	32	23	7	11	5	29	29	0
08 Melbourne Heart (Youth)	30	22	8	6	8	39	27	12
09 Altona Magic	27	23	7	6	10	27	37	-10
10 St Albans Saints	27	23	7	6	10	27	41	-14
11 Dandenong City SC	26	23	8	6	9	30	29	1
12 Bentleigh greens	20	23	5	5	13	20	46	-26
13 Green Gully Cavaliers	15	23	3	6	14	19	45	-26
14 Dandenong Thunder	15	23	4	3	16	23	51	-28

Head To Head

21/06/2024 06:30

Preston Lions

2 - 1

Bentleigh greens

Aus VD1

15/03/2024 05:30

Bentleigh greens

3 - 2

Preston Lions

Aus VD1

Bentleigh greens

50%

Draw

Preston Lions

50%

Bentleigh greens Last 6 matches

11/04/2026 03:15

Dandenong City SC 3 - 0 Bentleigh greens AUS VPL

02/04/2026 04:30

Bentleigh greens 3 - 0 Moreland City AUS CUP

27/03/2026 04:30

Bentleigh greens 2 - 1 Dandenong Thunder AUS VPL

20/03/2026 04:30

Bentleigh greens 4 - 0 Green Gully Cavaliers AUS VPL

14/03/2026 03:15

Altona Magic 0 - 2 Bentleigh greens AUS VPL

07/03/2026 04:00

South Melbourne 1 - 0 Bentleigh greens AUS VPL

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Preston Lions

11/04/2026 01:00

Preston Lions 0 - 3 South Melbourne AUS VPL

02/04/2026 04:15

Nunawading City 0 - 4 Preston Lions AUS CUP

27/03/2026 23:00

Hume City 3 - 2 Preston Lions AUS VPL

20/03/2026 05:30

Preston Lions 2 - 1 Avondale FC AUS VPL

13/03/2026 05:30

Preston Lions 1 - 1 Caroline Springs George Cross AUS VPL

08/03/2026 00:00

Preston Lions 0 - 1 Heidelberg United AUS VPL

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues VIC Premier League

Played games

Bentleigh greens

Preston Lions

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.31

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.08

Scored

Avg. per game

1.20

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 13 home matches

YesNo

9 (69%)4 (31%)

In last 13 home matches

NoYes

7 (70%)3 (30%)

Bentleigh greens

Recent matches

Preston Lions

Under /Over

(77%)10 3(23%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(60%)6 4(40%)

Under /Over

(46%)6 7(54%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(10%)1 9(90%)

Under /Over

(54%)7 6(46%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)4 6(60%)

/Yes

(54%)7 6(46%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)4 6(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Bentleigh greens

Preston Lions

Shots

Bentleigh greens

Total shots

6.50 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Preston Lions

Total shots

11.50 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Bentleigh greens Pass Preston Lions

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Bentleigh greens

Played games

Preston Lions

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.31

Clean sheets

0.30

4.46

Corners

6.60

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Bentleigh greens

DISCIPLINARY

Preston Lions

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.31

0.90

0.08

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Bentleigh greens vs Preston Lions Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Bentleigh greens vs Preston Lions on 17 April 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this VIC Premier League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Bentleigh greens vs Preston Lions Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Bentleigh greens's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Preston Lions's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

VIC Premier League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live VIC Premier League standings and the VIC Premier League form table to understand exactly where Bentleigh greens and Preston Lions sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our VIC Premier League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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