Hamrun Spartans vs NSI Runavik Prediction, Tips & Odds
Hamrun Spartans vs NSI Runavik
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The model favours NSI Runavik to win this match, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. NSI Runavik has shown a strong performance this season, remaining unbeaten in their last five matches with two wins and three draws. This consistency is crucial as they seek to advance in the UEFA Europa Conference League. Their ability to secure points in tight games suggests a resilience that could be pivotal in this knockout scenario. On the other hand, Hamrun Spartans have had a mixed run of form, with two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five matches. This inconsistency may hinder their chances against a team like Runavik, who is currently in better form. The Spartans will need to improve their performance significantly to challenge for a victory in this matchup. The model indicates a win probability of 60% for NSI Runavik, with a projected score of 2-1. However, if Hamrun Spartans can leverage home advantage effectively and disrupt Runavik's rhythm, it could lead to an unexpected outcome. For a detailed explanation of the prediction methodology, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team employs an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.
Betting Predictions
How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.
Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.
Combined goal output is high (3.7 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.
The most likely scoreline per our model at 15.9% probability.
Hamrun Spartans have been the stronger side, winning 40% of their matches.
Our model projects a 1-0 Hamrun Spartans win as the most likely scoreline at 15.9% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Hamrun Spartans clean sheets, in line with their 30% clean-sheet rate this season.
Lines averaged across 5 bookmakers. Hamrun Spartans are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.
Best Betting Odds
Hamrun Spartans vs NSI Runavik| Bookmaker | 1X2 | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | X | 2 | Over | Under | Yes | No | |
| 1.67 | 3.70 | 4.33 | 1.80 | 1.93 | 1.75 | 1.90 | |
| 1.61 | 3.70 | 5.35 | 1.80 | 1.96 | 1.79 | 1.89 | |
| 1.62 | 3.75 | 4.60 | 1.75 | 1.95 | 1.80 | 1.95 | |
| 1.59 | 3.57 | 4.47 | 1.73 | 1.95 | — | — | |
| 1.55 | 3.38 | 4.45 | 1.91 | 1.85 | — | — | |
| 1.70 | 3.50 | 4.75 | — | — | 1.73 | 2.05 | |
| 1.75 | 3.60 | 3.70 | 2.00 | 1.80 | 1.91 | 1.80 | |
| 1.63 | 3.70 | 5.29 | 1.80 | 1.96 | 1.79 | 1.92 | |
| 1.54 | 4.00 | 5.60 | 1.88 | 1.81 | 1.95 | 1.74 | |
Betano | 1.72 | 3.70 | 4.45 | 1.85 | 1.90 | 1.80 | 1.91 |
Superbet | 1.73 | 3.65 | 4.35 | 1.83 | 1.87 | 1.80 | 1.92 |
BetVictor | 1.67 | 3.75 | 4.80 | 1.80 | 1.87 | 1.78 | 1.93 |
Goals Probability
Avg. bookmaker oddsDouble Chance
Bet covers two outcomesHead to Head
Last 1 Meetings (evenly matched 0-0)The head-to-head record between Hamrun Spartans and NSI Runavik shows 0 wins for Hamrun Spartans, 0 wins for NSI Runavik, and 1 draw. Their only encounter ended in a 1-1 draw, indicating a tightly contested match with neither side able to secure a win. This solitary fixture suggests that both teams are relatively evenly matched, as they each managed to score. With only one match played, it is difficult to draw broader conclusions, but the absence of decisive victories points to a competitive dynamic between the two clubs.
Key Statistics
2026 SeasonHamrun Spartans have won 2 of their last 3 matches at home, drawing 0 and losing 1. Their recent home fixtures include beat Hamrun Spartans 3-0 and lost to Hamrun Spartans 0-1.
Overall, the wider run reads 4W 0D 6L from the last 10 games (40% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.
NSI Runavik have won 4 of their last 8 matches on the road, drawing 1 and losing 3. Their recent away fixtures include lost to NSI Runavik 3-1 and beat Koper 0-2.
Overall, the wider run reads 8W 2D 4L from the last 14 games (57% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.
Lineups
Lineups not yet announced
Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
0 playersHamrun Spartans
No reported absences
NSI Runavik
No reported absences
Betting Strategy
High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.
Yellow Card Prediction
J. Muller has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. We don't yet have enough recent fixtures officiated by J. Muller to give a confident card-market projection. Our default lean is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.
Corner Prediction
Hamrun Spartans average 1.8 goals per match at home; NSI Runavik 1.9 on the road. Open, attack-leaning sides tend to produce more corners; tight, low-event games tend to produce fewer. Our pick is over 9.5 corners at 1.72.
Player Stats Bet
Hamrun Spartans have been the stronger side on attack across the season, winning 40% of their matches and averaging 1.8 goals per game. Hamrun Spartans player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.
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The Daily Punt Analysis Team
Data-driven football predictions and betting tips
This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.
Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.
