Preston Lions (W) vs Essendon Royals (W): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 14 August

Prediction Match Centre

Preston Lions (W)

LWLLL

12th place in VIC Women’s Premier League

? - ?

14/08/2026 02:00

Essendon Royals (W)

WWWWL

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 14 August 2026 (kick-off: 02:00) 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 14, 2026 at 02:00.
Preston Lions (W) are currently 12th with 16 points after 18 matches.
Essendon Royals (W) sit 3rd with 38 points from 19 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

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STANDINGS UP TO 14/08/2026

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

01 FC Bulleen Lions (W)	41	19	13	2	4	48	17	31
02 Box Hill (W)	41	19	13	2	4	53	23	30
03 Essendon Royals (W)	38	19	12	2	5	51	23	28
04 Avondale FC (W)	35	19	11	2	6	45	22	23
05 South Melbourne (W)	35	19	10	5	4	40	19	21
06 Boroondara Eagles (W)	34	18	11	1	6	39	26	13
07 Alamein (W)	32	19	10	2	7	25	20	5
08 Melbourne Victory FC Youth(W)	26	19	8	2	9	33	36	-3
09 Spring Hills FC (W)	26	19	8	2	9	25	28	-3
10 Heidelberg United (W)	22	19	6	4	9	30	37	-7
11 Keilor Park (W)	22	19	6	4	9	21	33	-12
12 Preston Lions (W)	16	18	4	4	10	21	35	-14
13 Melbourne City Youth(W)	7	19	2	1	16	19	75	-56
14 Bentleigh Greens (W)	4	19	1	1	17	14	70	-56

Preston Lions (W) Last 6 matches

04/07/2026 12:00

Alamein (W) 2 - 0 Preston Lions (W)

VIC Women’s Premier League

26/06/2026 17:30

Preston Lions (W) 0 - 1 Spring Hills FC (W)

VIC Women’s Premier League

07/06/2026 12:00

Preston Lions (W) 0 - 3 Box Hill (W)

VIC Women’s Premier League

03/06/2026 16:30

Preston Lions (W) 1 - 2 Cliftonville Hill (W)

Australia Victorian Women's Cup

30/05/2026 12:30

South Melbourne (W) 3 - 0 Preston Lions (W)

VIC Women’s Premier League

22/05/2026 17:30

Preston Lions (W) 2 - 0 Heidelberg United (W)

VIC Women’s Premier League

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Essendon Royals (W)

04/07/2026 09:00

Avondale FC (W) 4 - 2 Essendon Royals (W)

VIC Women’s Premier League

30/06/2026 17:00

Alamein (W) 0 - 0 Essendon Royals (W)

Australia Victorian Women's Cup

27/06/2026 12:00

Essendon Royals (W) 1 - 2 FC Bulleen Lions (W)

VIC Women’s Premier League

20/06/2026 12:15

Essendon Royals (W) 2 - 0 Alamein (W)

VIC Women’s Premier League

06/06/2026 12:00

Essendon Royals (W) 2 - 1 Spring Hills FC (W)

VIC Women’s Premier League

03/06/2026 16:55

Eltham Redbacks (W) 0 - 0 Essendon Royals (W)

Australia Victorian Women's Cup

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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

Played games

Preston Lions (W)

Essendon Royals (W)

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.72

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.06

Scored

Avg. per game

1.37

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.58

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 18 matches

YesNo

8 (44%)10 (56%)

In last 18 matches

NoYes

15 (79%)4 (21%)

Preston Lions (W)

Recent matches

Essendon Royals (W)

Under /Over

(89%)16 2(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)17 2(11%)

Under /Over

(33%)6 12(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(63%)12 7(37%)

Under /Over

(56%)10 8(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(68%)13 6(32%)

/Yes

(44%)8 10(56%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(68%)13 6(32%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Preston Lions (W)

Essendon Royals (W)

Shots

Preston Lions (W)

Total shots

10.78 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Essendon Royals (W)

Total shots

13.33 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Preston Lions (W) Pass Essendon Royals (W)

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Preston Lions (W)

Played games

Essendon Royals (W)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.17

Clean sheets

0.26

4.11

Corners

113

5.95

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

0.89

0.47

0.06

0.11

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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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 14 August 2026 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

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