Essendon Royals (W) vs Preston Lions (W): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 02 May

Essendon Royals (W)

W L L W W

2nd place in VIC Women’s Premier League

1-1

02/05/2026 01:00

Preston Lions (W)

L L D W L

11th place in VIC Women’s Premier League

VIC Women’s Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Essendon Royals (W) vs Preston Lions (W) on 02 May 2026 (kick-off: 01:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Essendon Royals (W) vs Preston Lions (W) preview before placing your bet.

Essendon Royals (W) are currently 2nd with 47 points after 22 matches.
Preston Lions (W) sit 11th with 23 points from 22 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Essendon Royals (W) to win with probability 72%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Essendon Royals (W) and Preston Lions (W) have each won 2 of the last 5 meetings, while one match ended in a draw.

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

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Weather

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Essendon Royals (W) vs Preston Lions (W) - Prediction & Odds

Essendon Royals (W)

Preston Lions (W)

2026-05-02 01:00

STANDINGS UP TO 02/05/2026

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

01 Box Hill (W)	50	22	16	2	4	59	24	35
02 Essendon Royals (W)	47	22	15	2	5	63	24	39
03 FC Bulleen Lions (W)	46	22	14	4	4	53	21	32
04 Avondale FC (W)	44	22	14	2	6	55	22	33
05 Boroondara Eagles (W)	40	22	13	1	8	47	34	13
06 South Melbourne (W)	39	22	11	6	5	43	22	21
07 Alamein (W)	36	22	11	3	8	28	24	4
08 Melbourne Victory FC Youth(W)	29	22	9	2	11	41	47	-6
09 Spring Hills FC (W)	26	22	8	2	12	26	32	-6
10 Heidelberg United (W)	23	22	6	5	11	32	44	-12
11 Preston Lions (W)	23	22	6	5	11	26	41	-15
12 Keilor Park (W)	23	22	6	5	11	22	38	-16
13 Bentleigh Greens (W)	8	22	2	2	18	17	74	-57
14 Melbourne City Youth(W)	7	22	2	1	19	21	86	-65

Head To Head

04/07/2025 06:30

Preston Lions (W)

3 - 4

Essendon Royals (W)

AUS WPL

04/04/2025 21:30

Essendon Royals (W)

1 - 3

Preston Lions (W)

AUS WPL

30/08/2024 05:30

Preston Lions (W)

1 - 0

Essendon Royals (W)

AUS WPL

16/08/2024 06:30

Preston Lions (W)

2 - 2

Essendon Royals (W)

AUS WPL

25/05/2024 01:00

Essendon Royals (W)

2 - 1

Preston Lions (W)

AUS WPL

Essendon Royals (W)

40%

Draw

20%

Preston Lions (W)

40%

Essendon Royals (W) Last 6 matches

24/04/2026 06:30

Bentleigh Greens (W) 0 - 7 Essendon Royals (W) AUS WPL

19/04/2026 01:00

Melbourne Victory FC Youth(W) 0 - 3 Essendon Royals (W) AUS WPL

11/04/2026 01:00

Essendon Royals (W) 5 - 1 Melbourne City Youth(W) AUS WPL

28/03/2026 00:00

Keilor Park (W) 2 - 3 Essendon Royals (W) AUS WPL

21/03/2026 02:10

Essendon Royals (W) 3 - 1 Avondale FC (W) AUS WPL

14/03/2026 01:00

FC Bulleen Lions (W) 3 - 1 Essendon Royals (W) AUS WPL

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Preston Lions (W)

25/04/2026 01:00

Preston Lions (W) 3 - 0 Melbourne City Youth(W) AUS WPL

18/04/2026 01:00

Keilor Park (W) 2 - 2 Preston Lions (W) AUS WPL

10/04/2026 06:30

Preston Lions (W) 1 - 1 Avondale FC (W) AUS WPL

28/03/2026 01:00

FC Bulleen Lions (W) 3 - 0 Preston Lions (W) AUS WPL

20/03/2026 03:15

Preston Lions (W) 0 - 3 Alamein (W) AUS WPL

13/03/2026 05:30

Spring Hills FC (W) 4 - 3 Preston Lions (W) AUS WPL

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues VIC Women’s Premier Le...

Played games

Essendon Royals (W)

Preston Lions (W)

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.92

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.45

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.64

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 12 home matches

YesNo

11 (92%)1 (8%)

In last 12 home matches

NoYes

8 (73%)3 (27%)

Essendon Royals (W)

Recent matches

Preston Lions (W)

Under /Over

(92%)11 1(8%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)9 2(18%)

Under /Over

(58%)7 5(42%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(27%)3 8(73%)

Under /Over

(67%)8 4(33%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(64%)7 4(36%)

/Yes

(67%)8 4(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(45%)5 6(55%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Essendon Royals (W)

Preston Lions (W)

Shots

Essendon Royals (W)

Total shots

14.00 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Preston Lions (W)

Total shots

11.00 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Essendon Royals (W) Pass Preston Lions (W)

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Essendon Royals (W)

Played games

Preston Lions (W)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.25

Clean sheets

0.27

5.67

Corners

4.09

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Essendon Royals (W)

DISCIPLINARY

Preston Lions (W)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.58

1.18

0.08

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

Heidelberg United (W)

NEXT MATCHES

Melbourne City Youth(W)

Melbourne Victory FC Youth(W)

AUS

How We Build the Essendon Royals (W) vs Preston Lions (W) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Essendon Royals (W) vs Preston Lions (W) on 02 May 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 Women’s 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.

Essendon Royals (W) vs Preston Lions (W) Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Essendon Royals (W)'s recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Preston Lions (W)'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 Women’s 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 Women’s Premier League standings and the VIC Women’s Premier League form table to understand exactly where Essendon Royals (W) and Preston Lions (W) 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 Women’s 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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