Preston Lions (W) vs Essendon Royals (W): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 August

Preston Lions (W)

W W W W D

2nd place in VIC Women’s Premier League

2-2

16/08/2024 06:30

Essendon Royals (W)

W L W W D

3rd place in VIC Women’s Premier League

VIC Women’s Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Preston Lions (W) vs Essendon Royals (W) on 16 August 2024 (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 (W) vs Essendon Royals (W) preview before placing your bet.

Preston Lions (W) will face Essendon Royals (W) in VIC Women’s Premier League on August 16, 2024 at 06:30.
Preston Lions (W) are currently 2nd with 45 points after 22 matches.
Essendon Royals (W) sit 3rd with 45 points from 22 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 2 and average coefficient 1.80.

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

06:30

2024-08-16

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

Preston Lions (W)

Essendon Royals (W)

2024-08-16 06:30

STANDINGS UP TO 16/08/2024

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

01 FC Bulleen Lions (W)	52	22	17	1	4	67	22	45
02 Preston Lions (W)	45	22	14	3	5	67	34	33
03 Essendon Royals (W)	45	22	14	3	5	40	32	8
04 Heidelberg United (W)	39	21	12	3	6	49	35	14
05 South Melbourne (W)	35	22	10	5	7	48	35	13
06 Boroondara Eagles (W)	32	21	10	2	9	42	41	1
07 Box Hill (W)	30	21	9	3	9	39	31	8
08 Alamein (W)	27	21	8	3	10	39	52	-13
09 Emerging Athlete Program (W)	19	18	5	4	9	27	38	-11
10 Bentleigh Greens (W)	14	22	4	2	16	21	57	-36
11 Brunswick Juventus (W)	13	22	3	4	15	30	52	-22
12 Calder United SC (W)	12	20	3	3	14	24	64	-40

Head To Head

25/05/2024 01:00

Essendon Royals (W)

2 - 1

Preston Lions (W)

AUS WPL

Essendon Royals (W)

100%

Draw

Preston Lions (W)

Preston Lions (W) Last 6 matches

12/08/2024 06:15

FC Bulleen Lions (W) 1 - 2 Preston Lions (W)

AUS WPL

04/08/2024 01:00

Preston Lions (W) 2 - 3 FC Bulleen Lions (W)

AUS VWC

26/07/2024 06:30

Preston Lions (W) 7 - 1 Alamein (W)

AUS WPL

19/07/2024 06:30

Preston Lions (W) 5 - 1 Calder United SC (W)

AUS WPL

13/07/2024 02:00

Bentleigh Greens (W) 1 - 7 Preston Lions (W)

AUS WPL

10/07/2024 05:30

Bundoora United (W) 1 - 3 Preston Lions (W)

AUS VWC

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Essendon Royals (W)

10/08/2024 01:00

Essendon Royals (W) 3 - 1 Bentleigh Greens (W)

AUS WPL

27/07/2024 01:00

Brunswick Juventus (W) 2 - 3 Essendon Royals (W)

AUS WPL

24/07/2024 05:00

Emerging Athlete Program (W) 3 - 1 Essendon Royals (W)

AUS WPL

20/07/2024 01:00

Essendon Royals (W) 1 - 0 Emerging Athlete Program (W)

AUS WPL

12/07/2024 05:30

Box Hill (W) 1 - 2 Essendon Royals (W)

AUS WPL

06/07/2024 01:00

Essendon Royals (W) 1 - 1 South Melbourne (W)

AUS WPL

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues VIC Women’s Premier Le...

Played games

Preston Lions (W)

Essendon Royals (W)

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.92

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.54

Scored

Avg. per game

1.74

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.43

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 24 matches

YesNo

23 (96%)1 (4%)

In last 24 matches

NoYes

21 (91%)2 (9%)

Preston Lions (W)

Recent matches

Essendon Royals (W)

Under /Over

(92%)22 2(8%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)18 5(22%)

Under /Over

(75%)18 6(25%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(52%)12 11(48%)

Under /Over

(75%)18 6(25%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(48%)11 12(52%)

/Yes

(71%)17 7(29%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(70%)16 7(30%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Preston Lions (W)

Essendon Royals (W)

Shots

Preston Lions (W)

Total shots

12.43 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Essendon Royals (W)

Total shots

13.50 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Preston Lions (W) Pass Essendon Royals (W)

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

—

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Preston Lions (W)

Played games

Essendon Royals (W)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.25

Clean sheets

0.22

4.25

102

Corners

3.96

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Preston Lions (W)

DISCIPLINARY

Essendon Royals (W)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.58

0.57

0.00

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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AUS

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

Betiball.com's prediction for Preston Lions (W) vs Essendon Royals (W) on 16 August 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 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.

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

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