NB INB I
Saturday, 1 August 202618:30Updated today
Budapest Honved

Budapest Honved

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MTK Budapest

MTK Budapest

Away
W
Bozsik Arena
GoalVio prediction
44% confidence
MTK Budapest(44%)
Most likely exact score1-2
Win probability
Budapest Honved
29%
Draw
27%
MTK Budapest
44%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
Budapest Honved
73
MTK Budapest
94
Defence
Budapest Honved
66
MTK Budapest
66
Momentum
Budapest Honved
100
MTK Budapest
100
Danger (xG)
Budapest Honved
1.80
MTK Budapest
2.70
Both teams to score
Yes

The model projects 1.13 xG for Budapest Honved and 1.52 xG for MTK Budapest — meaningful and strong attacking threat respectively. Both sides are generating enough chance quality to make scoring a realistic expectation, which is the primary driver of the BTTS projection.The projected 1-2 scoreline reflects both teams contributing to the goal tally. The xG gap between the sides is narrow (0.39), meaning neither defence is expected to completely shut the other out.The attack-versus-defence matchup supports both teams scoring. Budapest Honved's Attack Score (73) exceeds MTK Budapest's Defensive Stability (66), and MTK Budapest's attack (94) similarly tests Budapest Honved's defence (66). Neither backline is dominant enough to prevent the other side from scoring.

Over 2.5 goals
Yes

The model projects a combined xG of 2.65 — elevated attacking volume for this fixture. A combined xG above 2.5 is the model's primary signal that the match is likely to produce more than two goals, and this fixture clears that threshold.The projected 1-2 scoreline clears the 2.5-goal threshold — 3 goals in the most likely outcome. The xG distribution places the most weight on scorelines that clear 2.5, though the margin above the threshold is not large.The attack-versus-defence matchups across both ends of the pitch favour the attackers. Budapest Honved's Attack Score (73) vs MTK Budapest's Defensive Stability (66) and MTK Budapest's attack (94) vs Budapest Honved's defence (66) both point to a goal-friendly environment — neither defence is strong enough to suppress the other side's attacking output.

xG for (Budapest Honved)
1.80
avg per match
xG for (MTK Budapest)
2.70
avg per match
xG against (Budapest Honved)
0.90
avg per match
xG against (MTK Budapest)
0.90
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
Budapest HonvedBudapest Honved
WL
MTK BudapestMTK Budapest
WD

Probability breakdown

44% confidence
Budapest Honved29%
Draw27%
MTK Budapest44%

MTK Budapest leads with 44% — the model's highest-probability outcome for this fixture.

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Analysis

MTK Budapest Narrow Edge — Model Projects 1-2

Budapest Honved take on MTK Budapest in NB I.

Key factors

: 🎯 xG Advantage The Goalvio xG model projects 1.52 expected goals for MTK Budapest against 1.13 for Budapest Honved — a marginal but consistent advantage that translates into a higher win probability. xG is the model's most reliable predictor of match outcomes.
: ⚠️ Upset Risk Budapest Honved have won 1 of their last 5 matches — a run of form that keeps this fixture competitive. While MTK Budapest carry the stronger underlying metrics, Budapest Honved's recent results mean the gap is narrower than the headline verdict implies.

Why GoalVio backs this

MTK Budapest are generating a consistent xG advantage — 1.52 projected against 1.13 for Budapest Honved. xG measures the quality of chances created, not just shots. A gap of 0.39 is the clearest signal in the model that MTK Budapest are the materially more dangerous side in this fixture.

Biggest risk: The model's projection is based on averages — individual moments of quality, tactical adjustments, or set-piece situations can always override statistical trends. MTK Budapest are favoured, but football rarely follows the script exactly.

Risk factors

  • The xG gap is narrow at 0.39 — a small swing in form or tactics could flip the result.
  • With both teams expected to score, the game could remain open until the final whistle — late goals are a real possibility.
  • Live conditions — weather, team news, and in-game momentum — can always override statistical projections.

Recent form

Budapest Honved

Budapest Honved

W
@ Sturm Graz II
3 Jul 2026
21
L
@ BVSC
17 May 2026
14
MTK Budapest

MTK Budapest

W
vs Vasas
1 Jul 2026
31
D
@ Puskas Academy
15 May 2026
22

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Budapest Honved vs MTK Budapest?

GoalVio's model predicts MTK Budapest to win with 44% confidence.

What is the predicted score for Budapest Honved vs MTK Budapest?

The most likely scoreline according to GoalVio's Skellam-DC model is 1-2.

Will both teams score in Budapest Honved vs MTK Budapest?

GoalVio's model predicts BTTS: Yes — both teams are expected to score.

Will there be over 2.5 goals in Budapest Honved vs MTK Budapest?

GoalVio's model predicts Over 2.5 Goals: Yes.

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