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Karlovy Vary

Karlovy Vary

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Chomutov

Chomutov

Away
D
Stadion Drahovice
GoalVio prediction
42% confidence
Karlovy Vary(42%)
Most likely exact score1-0
Win probability
Karlovy Vary
42%
Draw
24%
Chomutov
34%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
Karlovy Vary
9
Chomutov
9
Defence
Karlovy Vary
91
Chomutov
91
Momentum
Karlovy Vary
33
Chomutov
33
Danger (xG)
Karlovy Vary
0.00
Chomutov
0.00
Both teams to score
No

The model projects 1.46 xG for Karlovy Vary and 1.25 xG for Chomutov. Chomutov's projected xG of 1.25 is not sufficient to make scoring a reliable expectation — the model does not see them generating enough high-quality chances to break through.The projected 1-0 scoreline features a clean sheet for one side. With only 1 goal expected in total, the match is projected to be a tight, low-scoring affair where one goal may be enough to decide the contest.Karlovy Vary's Defensive Stability Score (91) comfortably exceeds the opposition's Attack Score (9). That structural defensive advantage is the clearest reason the model does not project both teams scoring.

Over 2.5 goals
No

The model projects a combined xG of 2.70 — elevated attacking volume. A combined xG below 2.5 is the model's primary signal that the match is unlikely to produce more than two goals, and this fixture falls below that threshold.The projected 1-0 scoreline stays under the 2.5-goal mark. Only 1 goal is expected in the most likely outcome — the model sees this as a tight, low-scoring contest where one goal could be decisive.The defensive profiles of both sides are stronger than their attacking counterparts — Karlovy Vary's Defensive Stability (91) and Chomutov's (91) both suggest teams capable of limiting the opposition. When both defences are this organised, the model expects a lower-scoring environment.

xG for (Karlovy Vary)
0.00
avg per match
xG for (Chomutov)
0.00
avg per match
xG against (Karlovy Vary)
0.00
avg per match
xG against (Chomutov)
0.00
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
Karlovy VaryKarlovy Vary
D
ChomutovChomutov
D

Probability breakdown

42% confidence
Karlovy Vary42%
Draw24%
Chomutov34%

Karlovy Vary leads with 42% — the model's highest-probability outcome for this fixture.

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Analysis

Karlovy Vary Narrow Edge — Model Projects 1-0

Karlovy Vary take on Chomutov in Cup.

Key factors

: 🏟️ Home Advantage Goalvio applies an 8% xG boost for home teams based on empirical data showing home sides score 10–15% more goals at their own ground. Karlovy Vary's Elo-adjusted home strength gives them a 57% expected score in this fixture — a factor that tips the balance when the underlying numbers are close.
: ⚠️ Upset Risk Chomutov have won 0 of their last 5 matches — a run of form that keeps this fixture competitive. While Karlovy Vary carry the stronger underlying metrics, Chomutov's recent results mean the gap is narrower than the headline verdict implies.

Why GoalVio backs this

Karlovy Vary have a structural home advantage that the model quantifies directly. Goalvio applies an 8% xG boost for home teams — empirically derived from home sides scoring 10–15% more goals on their own ground. The Elo model gives Karlovy Vary a 57% expected score in this fixture. When the underlying metrics are otherwise close, home advantage is often the decisive tipping factor.

Biggest risk: The xG gap between these sides is narrow — a small swing in form, a set-piece goal, or a tactical adjustment could flip the result. The model favours Karlovy Vary, but this is not a fixture where the outcome is a foregone conclusion. If Chomutov score first, the game becomes genuinely open.

Risk factors

  • The xG gap is narrow at 0.21 — a small swing in form or tactics could flip the result.
  • Live conditions — weather, team news, and in-game momentum — can always override statistical projections.
  • The Poisson model works on averages — individual moments of quality can decide matches that data suggests should be close.

Recent form

Karlovy Vary

Karlovy Vary

D
@ Ostrov
16 May 2026
00
Chomutov

Chomutov

D
@ Mariánské Lázně
15 May 2026
00

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Karlovy Vary vs Chomutov?

GoalVio's model predicts Karlovy Vary to win with 42% confidence.

What is the predicted score for Karlovy Vary vs Chomutov?

The most likely scoreline according to GoalVio's Skellam-DC model is 1-0.

Will both teams score in Karlovy Vary vs Chomutov?

GoalVio's model predicts BTTS: No — at least one team is expected to keep a clean sheet.

Will there be over 2.5 goals in Karlovy Vary vs Chomutov?

GoalVio's model predicts Over 2.5 Goals: No — fewer than 3 goals are expected.

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