Preston Lions (W) vs South Melbourne (W) Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – May 08

Preston Lions (W)

W W W W D

2nd place in VIC Women’s Premier League

2-1

08/05/2024 06:30

South Melbourne (W)

L L W L L

5th place in VIC Women’s Premier League

VIC Women’s Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Preston Lions (W) vs South Melbourne (W) on May 08, 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 South Melbourne (W) preview before placing for you.

Preston Lions (W) are currently 2nd with 45 points after 22 matches.
South Melbourne (W) sit 5th with 35 points from 22 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Preston Lions (W) to win with probability 47%.
Head-to-head history favors South Melbourne (W), who have won 6 of the last 6 meetings. Preston Lions (W) have no wins, 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

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Pred

Correct

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Weather

06:30

2024-05-08

Preston Lions (W) vs South Melbourne (W) - Prediction & Odds

Preston Lions (W)

South Melbourne (W)

2024-05-08 06:30

STANDINGS UP TO 08/05/2024

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

23/07/2023 01:00

Preston Lions (W)

1 - 4

South Melbourne (W)

AUS WPL

14/06/2023 06:00

South Melbourne (W)

2 - 1

Preston Lions (W)

AUS VWC

06/05/2023 23:30

South Melbourne (W)

3 - 1

Preston Lions (W)

AUS WPL

28/07/2013 01:00

Preston Lions (W)

0 - 7

South Melbourne (W)

AUS WPL

27/04/2013 01:00

South Melbourne (W)

12 - 0

Preston Lions (W)

AUS WPL

23/06/2012 01:00

South Melbourne (W)

3 - 0

Preston Lions (W)

AUS WPL

Preston Lions (W)

Draw

South Melbourne (W)

100%

Preston Lions (W) Last 6 matches

05/05/2024 01:00

Calder United SC (W) 0 - 8 Preston Lions (W) AUS WPL

28/04/2024 01:00

Preston Lions (W) 3 - 0 Bentleigh Greens (W) AUS WPL

20/04/2024 01:00

Brunswick Juventus (W) 2 - 4 Preston Lions (W) AUS WPL

05/04/2024 05:30

Preston Lions (W) 2 - 2 Emerging Athlete Program (W) AUS WPL

29/03/2024 04:30

Box Hill (W) 0 - 1 Preston Lions (W) AUS WPL

16/03/2024 02:00

Boroondara Eagles (W) 2 - 3 Preston Lions (W) AUS WPL

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches South Melbourne (W)

03/05/2024 23:00

South Melbourne (W) 1 - 0 Boroondara Eagles (W) AUS WPL

27/04/2024 02:00

Heidelberg United (W) 1 - 2 South Melbourne (W) AUS WPL

20/04/2024 02:00

South Melbourne (W) 1 - 2 Essendon Royals (W) AUS WPL

08/04/2024 06:15

FC Bulleen Lions (W) 3 - 0 South Melbourne (W) AUS WPL

30/03/2024 01:00

South Melbourne (W) 2 - 2 Alamein (W) AUS WPL

16/03/2024 01:00

South Melbourne (W) 4 - 1 Bentleigh Greens (W) AUS WPL

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues VIC Women’s Premier Le...

Played games

Goals

Scored

234

Avg. per game

2.13

Conceded

172

Avg. per game

1.56

Scored

303

Avg. per game

2.24

Conceded

195

Avg. per game

1.44

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 110 matches

YesNo

93 (85%)17 (15%)

In last 110 matches

NoYes

108 (80%)27 (20%)

Preston Lions (W)

Recent matches

South Melbourne (W)

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Preston Lions (W)

South Melbourne (W)

Shots

Preston Lions (W)

Total shots

12.21 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

South Melbourne (W)

Total shots

12.34 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Preston Lions (W) Pass South Melbourne (W)

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Preston Lions (W)

110

Played games

South Melbourne (W)

135

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.27

Clean sheets

0.21

4.12

453

Corners

615

4.56

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.17

Offsides

0.16

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Preston Lions (W)

DISCIPLINARY

South Melbourne (W)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.74

0.67

0.03

0.02

0.55

Fouls

0.33

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Preston Lions (W) vs South Melbourne (W) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Preston Lions (W) vs South Melbourne (W) on 08 May 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 South Melbourne (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 South Melbourne (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 South Melbourne (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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