Preston Lions vs Northcote City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 01 March

Preston Lions

W L W L W

2nd place in Victorian State League Division 1

1-1

01/03/2024 05:30

Northcote City

W L D L W

4th place in Victorian State League Division 1

Victorian State League Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Preston Lions vs Northcote City on 01 March 2024 (kick-off: 05:30) 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 March 1, 2024 at 05:30.
Preston Lions are currently 2nd with 50 points after 26 matches.
Northcote City sit 4th with 46 points from 26 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.86.

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

2024-03-01

Preston Lions vs Northcote City - Prediction & Odds

Preston Lions

Northcote City

2024-03-01 05:30

STANDINGS UP TO 01/03/2024

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

01 Melbourne Victory FC (Youth)	52	26	15	7	4	66	39	27
02 Preston Lions	50	26	15	5	6	53	39	14
03 Western United FC NPL	49	26	15	4	7	78	41	37
04 Northcote City	46	26	13	7	6	51	37	14
05 Melbourne Heart (Youth)	41	26	11	8	7	55	41	14
06 FC Bulleen Lions	37	26	9	10	7	42	43	-1
07 Caroline Springs George Cross	36	26	10	6	10	39	39	0
08 Bentleigh greens	35	26	10	5	11	42	45	-3
09 Langwarrin	34	26	9	7	10	46	53	-7
10 Eastern Lions SC	30	26	8	6	12	32	47	-15
11 Brunswick City	29	26	8	5	13	43	46	-3
12 Kingston City	28	26	7	7	12	39	54	-15
13 Werribee City	18	26	3	9	14	30	64	-34
14 North Geelong Warriors	16	26	4	4	18	29	57	-28

Head To Head

21/07/2023 06:30

Northcote City

2 - 0

Preston Lions

Aus VD1

21/04/2023 06:30

Preston Lions

2 - 1

Northcote City

Aus VD1

Northcote City

100%

Draw

Preston Lions

Preston Lions Last 6 matches

23/02/2024 05:30

Preston Lions 2 - 1 Western United FC NPL

Aus VD1

16/02/2024 05:30

Preston Lions 0 - 2 Melbourne Victory FC (Youth)

Aus VD1

12/02/2024 05:15

FC Bulleen Lions 1 - 1 Preston Lions

Aus VD1

19/08/2023 01:00

Preston Lions 2 - 2 Brunswick City

Aus VD1

12/08/2023 01:00

Eastern Lions SC 2 - 1 Preston Lions

Aus VD1

28/07/2023 06:30

Preston Lions 1 - 2 FC Bulleen Lions

Aus VD1

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Northcote City

23/02/2024 05:30

Northcote City 1 - 4 Kingston City

Aus VD1

16/02/2024 05:15

Northcote City 2 - 1 Western United FC NPL

Aus VD1

09/02/2024 05:15

Northcote City 1 - 3 Melbourne Victory FC (Youth)

Aus VD1

19/08/2023 01:00

Manningham United Blues 3 - 1 Northcote City

Aus VD1

14/08/2023 05:30

Northcote City 0 - 2 Adelaide United

A FFA Cup

11/08/2023 06:30

Northcote City 1 - 1 Western United FC NPL

Aus VD1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

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

1.08

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.15

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.77

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 26 matches

YesNo

18 (69%)8 (31%)

In last 26 matches

NoYes

17 (65%)9 (35%)

Preston Lions

Recent matches

Northcote City

Under /Over

(92%)24 2(8%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(92%)24 2(8%)

Under /Over

(46%)12 14(54%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)11 15(58%)

Under /Over

(69%)18 8(31%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(58%)15 11(42%)

/Yes

(73%)19 7(27%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(73%)19 7(27%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Preston Lions

Northcote City

Shots

Preston Lions

Total shots

8.77 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Northcote City

Total shots

11.04 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Preston Lions Pass Northcote City

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Preston Lions

Played games

Northcote City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.12

Clean sheets

0.23

5.62

146

Corners

154

5.92

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Preston Lions

DISCIPLINARY

Northcote City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.92

2.08

0.08

0.19

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 01 March 2024 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.

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