Mārupe vs Smiltene Prediction, Tips & Odds
Mārupe vs Smiltene
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The model favours Mārupe to win against Smiltene, projecting a scoreline of 2-0. Mārupe currently sits in 6th place in the league standings, having accumulated 16 points from 10 matches. Their season has been characterized by a strong goal difference of +8, scoring 20 goals while conceding only 12. With three wins in their last five matches, Mārupe has shown resilience, bouncing back after a couple of setbacks. On the other hand, Smiltene is struggling at 13th place, with just 4 points from their 10 matches. They are still seeking their first win of the season, with a record of 0 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses. Their goal difference of -18 indicates significant defensive weaknesses, having conceded 27 goals while scoring only 9. This lack of offensive output and defensive frailty has hindered their ability to secure points. The model gives Mārupe a win probability of around 65%, reflecting their stronger form and standing. However, a caveat is that if Smiltene can improve their defence and convert more chances, they could pose a threat. For a deeper understanding of how we reached this prediction, 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 (2.9 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.
The most likely scoreline per our model at 13.8% probability.
Mārupe have been the stronger side, winning 42% of their matches.
Our model projects a 2-0 Mārupe win as the most likely scoreline at 13.8% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Mārupe clean sheets, in line with their 25% clean-sheet rate this season.
Lines averaged across 3 bookmakers. Mārupe 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
Mārupe vs Smiltene| Bookmaker | 1X2 | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | X | 2 | Over | Under | Yes | No | |
| 1.28 | 4.80 | 7.80 | — | — | — | — | |
| 1.27 | 4.95 | 8.10 | 1.35 | 2.74 | 1.61 | 2.09 | |
| 1.25 | 5.00 | 8.00 | 1.36 | 2.88 | 1.65 | 2.10 | |
| 1.31 | 4.46 | 5.42 | — | — | — | — | |
| 1.30 | 4.40 | 7.50 | — | — | 1.57 | 2.20 | |
| 1.33 | 5.00 | 6.50 | 1.44 | 2.62 | — | — | |
| 1.28 | 4.95 | 8.45 | 1.35 | 2.74 | 1.61 | 2.13 | |
Betano | 1.33 | 4.90 | 6.50 | — | — | — | — |
Goals Probability
Avg. bookmaker oddsDouble Chance
Bet covers two outcomesHead to Head
Last 6 Meetings (Mārupe leads 3-1)In the last six matches between Mārupe and Smiltene, Mārupe has won 3 times, Smiltene has won once, and there have been 2 draws. The scorelines indicate a relatively competitive history, with Mārupe achieving some notable victories, including a 3-1 win in the Cup and a 2-1 away win. However, Smiltene's solitary win was a convincing 3-0 victory, suggesting that they can also perform well against Mārupe. The two draws, including a high-scoring 3-3 match, highlight the potential for closely contested games. Smiltene last won against Mārupe in 2025, indicating a recent challenge in securing victories.
1. Liga Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Metta / LU | 12 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 42 | 11 | 31 | 31 | WWWDW |
| 2 |  Valmiera / BSS | 12 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 32 | 12 | 20 | 29 | WWWDL |
| 3 |  Riga Mariners | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 25 | 10 | 15 | 28 | WWWDW |
| 4 |  Leevon / PPK | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 20 | 15 | 5 | 24 | LLDWW |
| 5 |  JDFS Alberts | 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 25 | 20 | 5 | 20 | LWDWW |
| 6 | Mārupe | 12 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 22 | 15 | 7 | 19 | WLLLW |
| 12 |  JFK Ventspils | 11 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 20 | -8 | 7 | DLWLL |
| 13 |  Rēzekne FA | 12 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 10 | 36 | -26 | 5 | DLLWL |
| 14 | Smiltene | 12 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 33 | -21 | 4 | LLLDL |
Venue Record
Current season at home / on the roadKey Statistics
2026 SeasonMārupe have won 6 of their last 11 matches at home, drawing 0 and losing 5. Their recent home fixtures include beat Smiltene 2-1 and beat Aliance 4-2.
Overall, the wider run reads 10W 2D 12L from the last 24 games (42% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.
Smiltene have won 2 of their last 13 matches on the road, drawing 2 and losing 9. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Smiltene 2-1 and lost to Riga FC II 2-0.
Overall, the wider run reads 2W 7D 15L from the last 24 games (8% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.
Lineups
Lineups not yet announced
Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
0 playersMārupe
No reported absences
Smiltene
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
The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.
Corner Prediction
Mārupe average 1.5 goals per match at home; Smiltene 1.3 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
Mārupe have been the stronger side on attack across the season, winning 42% of their matches and averaging 1.5 goals per game. Mārupe 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.
