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Sunday, 26 July 2026Last updated 10:09
Ljungskile SK

Ljungskile SK

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W
21
Full time
Sandviken

Sandviken

Away
W
Skarsjövallen
GoalVio prediction
44% confidence
Ljungskile SK(44%)
Most likely exact score1-0
Win probability
Ljungskile SK
44%
Draw
28%
Sandviken
28%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
Ljungskile SK
94
Sandviken
99
Defence
Ljungskile SK
27
Sandviken
27
Momentum
Ljungskile SK
100
Sandviken
100
Danger (xG)
Ljungskile SK
2.70
Sandviken
3.60
Both teams to score
No

The model projects 1.39 xG for Ljungskile SK and 1.18 xG for Sandviken. Sandviken's projected xG of 1.18 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.

Over 2.5 goals
No

The model projects a combined xG of 2.56 — 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.

xG for (Ljungskile SK)
2.70
avg per match
xG for (Sandviken)
3.60
avg per match
xG against (Ljungskile SK)
1.80
avg per match
xG against (Sandviken)
1.80
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
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SandvikenSandviken
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Probability breakdown

44% confidence
Ljungskile SK44%
Draw28%
Sandviken28%

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

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Analysis

Ljungskile SK Backed to Win — Model Projects 1-0

Ljungskile SK take on Sandviken in Superettan.

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. Ljungskile SK'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 Sandviken have won 1 of their last 5 matches — a run of form that keeps this fixture competitive. While Ljungskile SK carry the stronger underlying metrics, Sandviken's recent results mean the gap is narrower than the headline verdict implies.

Why GoalVio backs this

Ljungskile SK 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 Ljungskile SK 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 Ljungskile SK, but this is not a fixture where the outcome is a foregone conclusion. If Sandviken 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

Ljungskile SK

Ljungskile SK

W
vs Orebro SK
27 Jun 2026
32
W
@ Osters IF
17 May 2026
41
W
vs GIF Sundsvall
14 May 2026
10
Sandviken

Sandviken

W
vs Helsingborg
28 Jun 2026
42
L
@ Ostersunds FK
17 May 2026
12
L
@ Osters IF
13 May 2026
01

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Ljungskile SK vs Sandviken?

GoalVio's model predicts Ljungskile SK to win with 44% confidence.

What is the predicted score for Ljungskile SK vs Sandviken?

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

Will both teams score in Ljungskile SK vs Sandviken?

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 Ljungskile SK vs Sandviken?

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

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