Preston Lions vs South Melbourne: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 07 March

Preston Lions

W W W W W

5th place in VIC Premier League

2-0

07/03/2025 05:00

South Melbourne

D W D D L

9th place in VIC Premier League

VIC Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Preston Lions vs South Melbourne on 07 March 2025 (kick-off: 05:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Preston Lions vs South Melbourne preview before placing your bet.

Preston Lions are currently 5th with 47 points after 26 matches.
South Melbourne sit 9th with 28 points from 26 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: South Melbourne to win with probability 42%.
Head-to-head history favors South Melbourne, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Preston Lions have one win, 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

05:00

2025-03-07

Preston Lions vs South Melbourne - Prediction & Odds

Preston Lions

South Melbourne

2025-03-07 05:00

STANDINGS UP TO 07/03/2025

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

21/05/2024 06:00

Preston Lions

2 - 5

South Melbourne

A FFA Cup

23/07/2013 05:30

South Melbourne

4 - 2

Preston Lions

FFV Cup

14/06/2009 01:00

South Melbourne

6 - 2

Preston Lions

AUS VPL

15/03/2009 02:00

Preston Lions

1 - 7

South Melbourne

AUS VPL

29/06/2008 01:00

South Melbourne

1 - 2

Preston Lions

AUS VPL

30/03/2008 00:00

Preston Lions

1 - 2

South Melbourne

AUS VPL

Preston Lions

17%

Draw

South Melbourne

83%

Preston Lions Last 6 matches

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

07/02/2025 05:30

Preston Lions 2 - 1 Hume City AUS VPL

17/08/2024 01:00

Langwarrin 1 - 3 Preston Lions Aus VD1

09/08/2024 06:30

Preston Lions 1 - 0 Brunswick City Aus VD1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches South Melbourne

03/03/2025 04:30

South Melbourne 0 - 3 St Albans Saints AUS VPL

24/02/2025 05:30

Melbourne Victory FC (Youth) 3 - 3 South Melbourne AUS VPL

17/02/2025 04:30

South Melbourne 3 - 1 Melbourne Knights AUS VPL

07/02/2025 05:15

Port Melbourne 0 - 1 South Melbourne AUS VPL

31/01/2025 04:30

South Melbourne 1 - 0 Oakleigh Cannons INT CF

22/09/2024 04:00

South Melbourne 0 - 1 FC Macarthur A FFA Cup

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues VIC Premier League

Played games

Goals

Scored

272

Avg. per game

1.77

Conceded

174

Avg. per game

1.13

Scored

376

Avg. per game

1.79

Conceded

241

Avg. per game

1.15

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 154 matches

YesNo

129 (84%)25 (16%)

In last 154 matches

NoYes

173 (82%)37 (18%)

Preston Lions

Recent matches

South Melbourne

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(91%)41 4(9%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

/Yes

(38%)17 28(62%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Preston Lions

South Melbourne

Shots

Preston Lions

Total shots

10.81 avg / game

Blocked

5 total

Avg. 5.00

South Melbourne

Total shots

11.26 avg / game

Blocked

9 total

Avg. 1.80

Preston Lions Pass South Melbourne

Total passes

395

Avg. 395 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

2703

Avg. 338 / game

Accurate

67%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Preston Lions

154

Played games

South Melbourne

210

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.35

Clean sheets

0.37

5.58

860

Corners

1170

5.57

0.07

Throw-ins

0.42

0.05

Offsides

0.07

0.05

GK saves

0.10

Preston Lions

DISCIPLINARY

South Melbourne

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.93

297

417

1.99

0.08

0.10

0.17

Fouls

124

0.59

0.05

Tackles

137

0.65

NEXT MATCHES

Melbourne Heart (Youth)

NEXT MATCHES

Melbourne Heart (Youth)

Caroline Springs George Cross

South Melbourne

AUS

How We Build the Preston Lions vs South Melbourne Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Preston Lions vs South Melbourne on 07 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.

Preston Lions vs South Melbourne 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 South Melbourne'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 Preston Lions and South Melbourne 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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