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JDFS Alberts vs Riga FC II Prediction, Tips & Odds

JDFS Alberts vs Riga FC II

1. LigaRegular Season - 16
JDFS Alberts
#5 · 1. Liga
DDWLW
VS
Riga FC II
#8 · 1. Liga
DLWWW
★ OUR PICK
Over 2.5 Goals
Both sides average plenty of goals and trend toward open games — the over is the value pick here.
Totals
1.50
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.48 (implied 67.6%) for Over 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 70.1% probability (an expert ratio of 1.43). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (70.1% vs 67.6%), driven by both sides' high goal output and tendency toward open games. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours JDFS Alberts to win the match against Riga FC II, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Currently sitting in 5th place, JDFS Alberts has accumulated 24 points from 14 matches, with a record of 7 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses. They have scored 29 goals while conceding 22, which results in a positive goal difference of 7. Despite a mixed recent form with two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five matches, their overall performance this season positions them as the stronger side. On the other hand, Riga FC II is in 8th place with 19 points from 13 matches, achieving 6 wins, 1 draw, and 6 losses. They have scored 21 goals but have conceded 23, leaving them with a negative goal difference of -2. Although they have shown improvement recently, winning four out of their last five matches, their overall performance this season has not been as consistent as their opponents. The model gives JDFS Alberts a solid win probability, reflecting their stronger league position and overall scoring ability. However, a potential concern is their recent inconsistency, which could allow Riga FC II to capitalize on any defensive lapses. The full method used for this prediction is detailed in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, where The Daily Punt Analysis Team employs an in-house model that evaluates 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.

Match Result
JDFS Alberts Win54%1.67
Draw20%3.99
Riga FC II Win26%3.91
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5163.1%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.4863.6%

Combined goal output is high (3.8 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
JDFS Alberts 1-1 Riga FC II
7.3513.7%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 13.7% probability.

Asian Handicap
JDFS Alberts -0.0
1.3148%

JDFS Alberts have been the stronger side, winning 52% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
7.35
13.7%
2-1
7.65
13.3%
2-0
8.80
11.4%
1-0
9.32
10.8%
3-1
10.60
9.6%
2-2
11.62
8.8%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 13.7% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
JDFS Alberts
-0.0
1.31
Riga FC II
+0.0
3.10

Lines averaged across 1 bookmaker. JDFS Alberts 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

JDFS Alberts vs Riga FC II
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
Betfair
1.624.004.20
Bet365
1.674.003.751.502.50
1xBet
1.674.104.031.482.461.522.40
Betano
1.674.003.80
Superbet
1.713.853.751.462.451.502.40

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
Over 1.5 Goals
83.2%
Over 2.5 Goals
63.6%
Over 3.5 Goals
42.3%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XJDFS Alberts or Draw
74%1.20
12JDFS Alberts or Riga FC II
80%1.19
X2Draw or Riga FC II
46%2.01

Head to Head

Last 9 Meetings (evenly matched 3-3)
3 JDFS Alberts3 Draw3 Riga FC II
10 Apr
Riga FC II
2-1
JDFS Alberts
1. Liga
Aug 25
Riga FC II
1-3
JDFS Alberts
1. Liga
Apr 25
JDFS Alberts
4-0
Riga FC II
1. Liga
Aug 24
JDFS Alberts
2-0
Riga FC II
1. Liga
May 24
Riga FC II
2-2
JDFS Alberts
1. Liga
Sept 23
Riga FC II
3-0
JDFS Alberts
1. Liga
May 23
JDFS Alberts
1-1
Riga FC II
1. Liga
Aug 22
Riga FC II
6-2
JDFS Alberts
1. Liga
Apr 22
JDFS Alberts
1-1
Riga FC II
1. Liga

The head-to-head record between JDFS Alberts and Riga FC II stands at 3 wins for each side with 3 draws across their last 9 matches. This balanced record indicates a competitive rivalry, with several matches ending in draws, suggesting that both teams are capable of matching each other. The scorelines reveal a mix of narrow and more decisive outcomes, including a notable 6-2 victory for Riga FC II in 2022. While both teams have enjoyed periods of dominance, the fact that neither has won more than their opponent in recent fixtures highlights the closely contested nature of their encounters.

1. Liga Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Metta / LU
15122157134438
DWWWW
2
Valmiera / BSS
15122140132738
WWWWW
3
Leevon / PPK
1510322618833
WWWLL
4
Riga Mariners
1595130131732
WDLWW
5
JDFS Alberts
157443023725
DDWLW
6
Mārupe
157172624222
LWLWL
8
Riga FC II
156272328-520
DLWWW
12
JFK Ventspils
152581826-811
LDLWD
13
Smiltene
152491839-2110
WLWLL
14
Rēzekne FA
1512121241-295
LLLDL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
JDFS AlbertsHome
4W2D1L
7 playedGF 15 · GA 82.00 pts/game
Riga FC IIAway
1W1D5L
7 playedGF 8 · GA 150.57 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
JDFS AlbertsRiga FC II
2Goals p.g.1.84
1.19Goals conceded p.g.1.68
30%Clean sheets20%
52%Win rate44%
3.19Avg goals in match3.52
JDFS Alberts
Recent Form

JDFS Alberts have won 8 of their last 12 matches at home, drawing 2 and losing 2. Their recent home fixtures include drew with JDFS Alberts 1-1 and lost to JDFS Alberts 0-4.

Overall, the wider run reads 14W 6D 7L from the last 27 games (52% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: JDFS AlbertsAll competitions
03 Aug
Tukums II
1-1
JDFS Alberts
1. Liga
25 Jul
JDFS Alberts
1-1
Super Nova 2
1. Liga
18 Jul
JFK Ventspils
1-3
JDFS Alberts
1. Liga
04 Jul
JDFS Alberts
0-4
Riga Mariners
1. Liga
27 Jun
Rēzekne FA
2-4
JDFS Alberts
1. Liga
20 Jun
Riga Mariners
1-0
JDFS Alberts
Cup
14
Win
52%
6
Draw
22%
7
Lost
26%
Riga FC II
Recent Form

Riga FC II have won 2 of their last 12 matches on the road, drawing 2 and losing 8. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Valmiera / BSS 3-0 and beat Rīgas FS II 1-3.

Overall, the wider run reads 11W 3D 11L from the last 25 games (44% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Riga FC IIAll competitions
01 Aug
Riga FC II
2-2
Metta / LU
1. Liga
27 Jul
Valmiera / BSS
3-0
Riga FC II
1. Liga
19 Jul
Riga FC II
2-1
Super Nova 2
1. Liga
04 Jul
Riga FC II
2-0
Tukums II
1. Liga
27 Jun
Rīgas FS II
1-3
Riga FC II
1. Liga
14 Jun
Riga FC II
2-0
Smiltene
1. Liga
11
Win
44%
3
Draw
12%
11
Lost
44%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

0 players

JDFS Alberts

No reported absences

Riga FC II

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.

High Probability
Over 2.5 Goals1.48 (63.6%)
Both Teams Score1.51 (63.1%)
Value Bets
JDFS Alberts Win1.67 (53.6%)
Riga FC II Win3.91 (26.4%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.47 (36.4%)
BTTS No2.40 (36.9%)
Speculative
Draw3.99 (20%)

Yellow Card Prediction

The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.

Corner Prediction

JDFS Alberts average 2.0 goals per match at home; Riga FC II 1.8 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

JDFS Alberts have been the stronger side on attack across the season, winning 52% of their matches and averaging 2.0 goals per game. JDFS Alberts player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Over

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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.