Expert Analysis: Kenya vs Gambia
The upcoming match between Kenya and Gambia on 2025-09-05 at 13:00 is poised to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams showing strong performances in their recent fixtures. With Kenya’s home advantage, the odds suggest a tight game, particularly in the first half where there is a high probability of no goals being scored by either side. The betting markets reflect this cautious approach with “Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half” at 97.60 and “Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half” at 82.10.
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Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 98.90% | ||
| Under 2.5 Goals | 86.30% | ||
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 82.50% | 1.13 | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 81.60% | ||
| Under 5.5 Cards | 84.70% | ||
| Away Team To Score In 1st Half | 65.40% | ||
| Away Team To Score In 2nd Half | 66.60% | ||
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 65.10% | ||
| Both Teams To Score In 2nd Half | 68.70% | 4.20 | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 64.30% | ||
| Under 1.5 Goals | 64.50% | ||
| Avg. Total Goals | 4.07% | ||
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 2.37% | ||
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.20% | ||
| Yellow Cards | 2.50% |
The overall prediction leans towards a low-scoring game, with “Under 2.5 Goals” priced at 88.50 and “Under 1.5 Goals” at 65.70. This aligns with the average total goals expected at 3.27 and the average goals scored by Kenya at 1.70, suggesting that while goals may be scarce, they are not out of reach for either team.
Betting Insights
- Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: With odds of 97.60, this is one of the most likely outcomes, indicating a defensive start from Kenya.
- Under 2.5 Goals: At 88.50, this bet reflects the expectation of a low-scoring match.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: Priced at 82.10, this suggests a cautious opening period.
- Under 4.5 Cards: With odds of 83.10, it indicates a relatively disciplined match.
- Away Team To Score In 1st Half: At 64.30, this is less likely but still possible if Gambia capitalizes on early opportunities.
The second half could see more activity with “Away Team To Score In 2nd Half” at 68.30 and “Home Team To Score In 2nd Half” at 66.90, suggesting both teams might find their rhythm as the game progresses.
- Both Teams To Score In 2nd Half: Odds of 68.70 indicate a balanced chance for both teams to find the net.
- Under 5.5 Cards: At 80.20, this suggests fewer bookings than expected.
- Avg. Total Goals: With an average of 3.27, expect around three goals in total.
- Avg. Conceded Goals: Kenya concedes an average of 2.37 goals per match.
- Avg. Goals Scored: Kenya scores an average of 1.70 goals per match.
- Yellow Cards: An average of 1.30 yellow cards per match suggests moderate discipline.
Predictions
Given the statistics and betting odds, the match is expected to be closely contested with minimal early action in terms of goals. However, as both teams settle into the game, there is potential for scoring in the second half, making bets on “Both Teams To Score In 2nd Half” or “Home Team To Score In 2nd Half” worthwhile considerations.
Discipline appears to be a focus for both teams, with fewer cards anticipated than in previous matches, suggesting a strategic approach to maintaining control over the game’s tempo.