Preston Lions vs Northcote City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 April

Preston Lions

D L L L L

8th place in Victorian State League Division 1

2 - 1

21/04/2023 06:30

Northcote City

W W L W D

6th place in Victorian State League Division 1

Victorian State League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Preston Lions vs Northcote City on 21 April 2023 (kick-off: 06:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Preston Lions vs Northcote City preview before placing your bet.

Preston Lions will face Northcote City in Victorian State League Division 1 on April 21, 2023 at 06:30.
Preston Lions are currently 8th with 36 points after 26 matches.
Northcote City sit 6th with 37 points from 26 matches.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 21/04/2023

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

01 Dandenong City SC	49	26	15	4	7	45	30	15
02 Manningham United Blues	44	26	12	8	6	57	44	13
03 Western United FC NPL	43	26	13	4	9	44	30	14
04 Kingston City	41	26	12	5	9	47	43	4
05 Eastern Lions SC	39	26	12	3	11	37	40	-3
06 Northcote City	37	26	11	4	11	42	40	2
07 FC Bulleen Lions	36	26	11	3	12	49	40	9
08 Preston Lions	36	26	9	9	8	37	36	1
09 Melbourne Heart (Youth)	36	26	11	3	12	54	56	-2
10 Langwarrin	36	26	11	3	12	50	56	-6
11 Werribee City	31	26	8	7	11	39	45	-6
12 Brunswick City	31	26	9	4	13	35	44	-9
13 Brunswick Juventus	29	26	8	5	13	30	39	-9
14 Pascoe Vale SC	26	26	8	2	16	35	58	-23

Preston Lions Last 6 matches

07/04/2023 06:00

Preston Lions 2 - 0 Brunswick Juventus

Aus VD1

01/04/2023 00:00

Langwarrin 1 - 2 Preston Lions

Aus VD1

29/03/2023 05:00

Preston Lions 1 - 3 Oakleigh Cannons

A FFA Cup

24/03/2023 05:30

Preston Lions 1 - 1 Melbourne Heart (Youth)

Aus VD1

18/03/2023 00:00

Manningham United Blues 2 - 2 Preston Lions

Aus VD1

12/03/2023 00:00

Western United FC NPL 0 - 1 Preston Lions

Aus VD1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Northcote City

11/04/2023 05:30

Northcote City 3 - 4 Melbourne Heart (Youth)

Aus VD1

08/04/2023 01:00

Brunswick City 2 - 2 Northcote City

Aus VD1

04/04/2023 05:30

Bayside Argonauts FC 1 - 3 Northcote City

A FFA Cup

31/03/2023 05:30

Northcote City 4 - 1 Eastern Lions SC

Aus VD1

27/03/2023 05:15

FC Bulleen Lions 4 - 1 Northcote City

Aus VD1

18/03/2023 00:00

Werribee City 0 - 1 Northcote City

Aus VD1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Victorian State League...

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Preston Lions

Northcote City

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.88

Scored

Avg. per game

0.85

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.85

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 26 matches

YesNo

17 (65%)9 (35%)

In last 26 matches

NoYes

17 (65%)9 (35%)

Preston Lions

Recent matches

Northcote City

Under /Over

(77%)20 6(23%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(88%)23 3(12%)

Under /Over

(31%)8 18(69%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(46%)12 14(54%)

Under /Over

(62%)16 10(38%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(54%)14 12(46%)

/Yes

(65%)17 9(35%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(73%)19 7(27%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Preston Lions

Northcote City

Shots

Preston Lions

Total shots

11.23 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Northcote City

Total shots

8.58 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Preston Lions Pass Northcote City

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Preston Lions

Played games

Northcote City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.23

Clean sheets

0.23

6.35

165

Corners

135

5.19

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Preston Lions

DISCIPLINARY

Northcote City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.35

2.42

0.04

0.15

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

07/31

Preston Lions

Green Gully Cavaliers

Melbourne Heart (Youth)

NEXT MATCHES

Melbourne Victory FC (Youth)

How We Build the Preston Lions vs Northcote City Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Preston Lions vs Northcote City on 21 April 2023 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 Victorian State League Division 1 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.

Preston Lions vs Northcote City Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Preston Lions's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Northcote City'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.

Victorian State League Division 1 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 Victorian State League Division 1 standings and the Victorian State League Division 1 form table to understand exactly where Preston Lions and Northcote City 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 Victorian State League Division 1 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

Explore More Victorian State League Division 1 Predictions

Find every upcoming Victorian State League Division 1 fixtures and predictions for this matchday, or browse all football predictions for today across every major league on Betiball.com.

View More View Less