Port Melbourne vs Preston Lions: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 March

Port Melbourne

L L L D L

13th place in VIC Premier League

3-2

28/03/2025 05:15

Preston Lions

W W W W W

5th place in VIC Premier League

VIC Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Port Melbourne vs Preston Lions on 28 March 2025 (kick-off: 05:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Port Melbourne vs Preston Lions preview before placing your bet.

Port Melbourne are currently 13th with 17 points after 26 matches.
Preston Lions sit 5th with 47 points from 26 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Preston Lions to win with probability 50%.
Head-to-head history favors Port Melbourne, who have won 2 of the last 2 meetings. Preston Lions have no wins, 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

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Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

05:15

2025-03-28

Port Melbourne vs Preston Lions - Prediction & Odds

Port Melbourne

Preston Lions

2025-03-28 05:15

STANDINGS UP TO 28/03/2025

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

01 Avondale FC	61	26	19	4	3	66	27	39
02 Heidelberg United	57	26	17	6	3	55	25	30
03 Dandenong Thunder	53	26	16	5	5	60	32	28
04 Oakleigh Cannons	49	26	15	4	7	58	33	25
05 Preston Lions	47	26	14	5	7	40	28	12
06 Dandenong City SC	40	26	10	10	6	51	38	13
07 Hume City	38	26	11	5	10	42	40	2
08 Green Gully Cavaliers	31	26	8	7	11	39	42	-3
09 South Melbourne	28	26	7	7	12	29	46	-17
10 Altona Magic	27	26	7	6	13	28	38	-10
11 St Albans Saints	27	26	7	6	13	45	56	-11
12 Melbourne Victory FC (Youth)	18	26	5	3	18	36	60	-24
13 Port Melbourne	17	26	4	5	17	24	64	-40
14 Melbourne Knights	15	26	4	3	19	28	72	-44

Head To Head

11/09/2011 01:00

Preston Lions

0 - 3

Port Melbourne

Aus VD1

17/06/2011 06:30

Port Melbourne

1 - 0

Preston Lions

Aus VD1

Port Melbourne

100%

Draw

Preston Lions

Port Melbourne Last 6 matches

23/03/2025 01:00

St Albans Saints 3 - 0 Port Melbourne AUS VPL

14/03/2025 05:15

Port Melbourne 0 - 3 Melbourne Victory FC (Youth) AUS VPL

09/03/2025 04:00

Melbourne Knights 3 - 0 Port Melbourne AUS VPL

28/02/2025 05:15

Port Melbourne 1 - 0 Green Gully Cavaliers AUS VPL

21/02/2025 05:15

Port Melbourne 0 - 2 Oakleigh Cannons AUS VPL

15/02/2025 00:00

Avondale FC 4 - 1 Port Melbourne AUS VPL

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Preston Lions

21/03/2025 05:30

Preston Lions 2 - 3 Oakleigh Cannons AUS VPL

15/03/2025 00:00

Avondale FC 3 - 1 Preston Lions AUS VPL

07/03/2025 05:00

Preston Lions 2 - 0 South Melbourne AUS VPL

28/02/2025 04:30

Heidelberg United 1 - 1 Preston Lions AUS VPL

21/02/2025 05:30

Preston Lions 1 - 0 Altona Magic AUS VPL

14/02/2025 04:45

Dandenong City SC 2 - 2 Preston Lions AUS VPL

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues VIC Premier League

Played games

Goals

Scored

244

Avg. per game

1.48

Conceded

274

Avg. per game

1.66

Scored

272

Avg. per game

1.77

Conceded

174

Avg. per game

1.13

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 165 matches

YesNo

119 (72%)46 (28%)

In last 165 matches

NoYes

129 (84%)25 (16%)

Port Melbourne

Recent matches

Preston Lions

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

/Yes

(44%)20 25(56%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(38%)17 28(62%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Port Melbourne

Preston Lions

Shots

Port Melbourne

Total shots

9.43 avg / game

Blocked

3 total

Avg. 3.00

Preston Lions

Total shots

10.81 avg / game

Blocked

5 total

Avg. 5.00

Port Melbourne Pass Preston Lions

Total passes

384

Avg. 384 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

395

Avg. 395 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Port Melbourne

165

Played games

Preston Lions

154

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.28

Clean sheets

0.35

4.76

785

Corners

860

5.58

0.15

Throw-ins

0.07

0.02

Offsides

0.05

0.01

GK saves

0.05

Port Melbourne

DISCIPLINARY

Preston Lions

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.08

343

297

1.93

0.16

0.08

0.05

Fouls

0.17

0.11

Tackles

0.05

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Port Melbourne vs Preston Lions Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Port Melbourne vs Preston Lions on 28 March 2025 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.

Port Melbourne vs Preston Lions Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Port Melbourne'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 Port Melbourne 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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