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Valmiera / BSS vs Riga FC II Prediction, Tips & Odds

Valmiera / BSS vs Riga FC II

1. LigaRegular Season - 14
Valmiera / BSS
#2 · 1. Liga
WWWWL
3 - 0
Riga FC II
#8 · 1. Liga
DLWWW
★ OUR PICK
Both Teams to Score
Both attacks have been productive and both defences leaky — both teams to score carries the edge.
BTTS
1.63
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.59 (implied 62.8%) for Both Teams to Score. Our experts calculate a 65.3% probability (an expert ratio of 1.53). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (65.3% vs 62.8%), driven by both attacks scoring freely while both defences look leaky. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Valmiera / BSS to win against Riga FC II, projecting a scoreline of 3-1. Valmiera / BSS currently holds the second position in the league, having played 12 matches with an impressive record of 9 wins, 2 draws, and just 1 loss. They have scored 32 goals while conceding only 12, resulting in a strong goal difference of +20. Their recent form is particularly noteworthy, with four wins in their last five matches, showcasing their attacking prowess and solid defence. On the other hand, Riga FC II sits in eighth place with 16 points from 12 matches, marked by 5 wins, 1 draw, and 6 losses. They have scored 19 goals but have conceded 22, leading to a negative goal difference of -3. While they have shown some fighting spirit with three wins in their last five matches, their inconsistency could pose a challenge against the stronger Valmiera side. The model gives Valmiera / BSS a win probability of approximately 65%, reflecting confidence in their strong season performance. However, a potential pitfall for Valmiera could be complacency, as they face a side that has the ability to surprise on their day. For full details on how this prediction was reached, 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.

Match Result
Valmiera / BSS Win65%1.32
Draw17%4.92
Riga FC II Win18%6.27
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5963.0%

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

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.3470.0%

Combined goal output is high (4.5 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Valmiera / BSS 2-1 Riga FC II
7.7713.0%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 13.0% probability.

Asian Handicap
Valmiera / BSS -0.0
1.1159%

Valmiera / BSS have been the stronger side, winning 68% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
2-1
7.77
13.0%
2-0
7.93
12.7%
3-1
9.08
11.2%
3-0
9.08
11.1%
1-1
9.61
10.5%
1-0
9.82
10.2%

Our model projects a 2-1 Valmiera / BSS win as the most likely scoreline at 13.0% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature Valmiera / BSS clean sheets, in line with their 32% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Valmiera / BSS
-0.0
1.11
Riga FC II
+0.0
5.33

Lines averaged across 3 bookmakers. Valmiera / BSS 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

Valmiera / BSS vs Riga FC II
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
1.334.806.40
Marathonbet
1.315.106.501.332.831.632.06
Betfair
1.255.007.001.333.001.572.25
Pinnacle
1.285.266.40
SBO
1.314.485.22
William Hill
1.334.756.501.572.20
Bet365
1.364.756.001.402.75
1xBet
1.325.106.751.332.831.632.10
Betano
1.345.006.10
Superbet
1.345.005.851.322.871.562.27

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
95.4%
Over 1.5 Goals
85.6%
Over 2.5 Goals
70%
Over 3.5 Goals
49.2%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XValmiera / BSS or Draw
82%1.06
12Valmiera / BSS or Riga FC II
83%1.11
X2Draw or Riga FC II
35%2.87

Head to Head

Last 1 Meetings (Valmiera / BSS leads 1-0)
1 Valmiera / BSS0 Draw0 Riga FC II
21 Mar
Riga FC II
1-3
Valmiera / BSS
1. Liga

In their only head-to-head meeting, Valmiera / BSS has won 1 match, while Riga FC II has not secured any wins or draws. The scoreline from that encounter was 3-1 in favor of Valmiera / BSS, indicating a decisive victory. This result suggests a one-sided affair, with Valmiera / BSS demonstrating a clear advantage. Given the single match, it is difficult to draw broader conclusions, but the lack of draws and the margin of victory highlight Valmiera / BSS's dominance in this specific fixture.

1. Liga Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Metta / LU
16132169145541
WDWWW
2
Valmiera / BSS
16132144143041
WWWWW
3
Leevon / PPK
1611322718936
WWWWL
4
Riga Mariners
1595130131732
WDLWW
5
JDFS Alberts
168443223928
WDDWL
6
Super Nova 2
166552323023
WLDLD
8
Riga FC II
166282330-720
LDLWW
12
JFK Ventspils
162591828-1011
LLDLW
13
Smiltene
1624101943-2410
LWLWL
14
Rēzekne FA
1612131346-335
LLLLD

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Valmiera / BSSHome
5W1D0L
6 playedGF 17 · GA 42.67 pts/game
Riga FC IIAway
1W1D6L
8 playedGF 8 · GA 170.50 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Valmiera / BSSRiga FC II
2.71Goals p.g.1.84
1.36Goals conceded p.g.1.68
32%Clean sheets20%
68%Win rate44%
4.07Avg goals in match3.52
Valmiera / BSS
Recent Form

Valmiera / BSS have won 9 of their last 11 matches at home, drawing 1 and losing 1. Their recent home fixtures include beat Valmiera / BSS 2-1 and beat Valmiera / BSS 3-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 19W 2D 7L from the last 28 games (68% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Valmiera / BSSAll competitions
08 Aug
Smiltene
1-4
Valmiera / BSS
1. Liga
01 Aug
Valmiera / BSS
2-1
Rīgas FS II
1. Liga
27 Jul
Valmiera / BSS
3-0
Riga FC II
1. Liga
18 Jul
Skanste
0-3
Valmiera / BSS
1. Liga
12 Jul
Valmiera / BSS
2-4
Ogre United
Cup
05 Jul
Valmiera / BSS
4-1
Leevon / PPK
1. Liga
19
Win
68%
2
Draw
7%
7
Lost
25%
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

Valmiera / BSS

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
Valmiera / BSS Win1.32 (64.7%)
Over 2.5 Goals1.34 (70%)
Both Teams Score1.59 (63%)
Value Bets
Under 2.5 Goals2.86 (30%)
BTTS No2.18 (37%)
Speculative
Draw4.92 (17%)
Riga FC II Win6.27 (18.4%)

Yellow Card Prediction

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

Corner Prediction

Valmiera / BSS average 2.7 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

Valmiera / BSS have been the stronger side on attack across the season, winning 68% of their matches and averaging 2.7 goals per game. Valmiera / BSS player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
Both Teams to Score Yes

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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.