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Tuesday, 21 July 2026Last updated 10:02
Partick

Partick

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W
22
Full time
Stenhousemuir

Stenhousemuir

Away
LW
Firhill Stadium
GoalVio prediction
60% confidence
Partick(60%)
Most likely exact score2-1
Win probability
Partick
60%
Draw
20%
Stenhousemuir
20%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
Partick
99
Stenhousemuir
54
Defence
Partick
91
Stenhousemuir
82
Momentum
Partick
100
Stenhousemuir
50
Danger (xG)
Partick
3.60
Stenhousemuir
1.35
Both teams to score
Yes

The model projects 2.27 xG for Partick and 1.07 xG for Stenhousemuir — strong and meaningful 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 2-1 scoreline reflects both teams contributing to the goal tally. Even with Partick holding the stronger xG profile, the opposition's meaningful attacking output is sufficient to keep BTTS in play.

Over 2.5 goals
Yes

The model projects a combined xG of 3.35 — 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 2-1 scoreline clears the 2.5-goal threshold — 3 goals in the most likely outcome. With both sides generating elevated xG, multiple scoreline combinations in the probability grid exceed 2.5 goals.

xG for (Partick)
3.60
avg per match
xG for (Stenhousemuir)
1.35
avg per match
xG against (Partick)
0.00
avg per match
xG against (Stenhousemuir)
0.45
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
PartickPartick
WWD
StenhousemuirStenhousemuir
LW

Probability breakdown

60% confidence
Partick60%
Draw20%
Stenhousemuir20%

Partick leads with 60% — the model's highest-probability outcome for this fixture.

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Analysis

Partick Backed to Win — Model Projects 2-1

Partick host Stenhousemuir in League Cup. Partick have recorded DLDWWD in recent matches while Stenhousemuir arrive with a run of WDWLWW. These sides have met 5 times recently, averaging 3.4 goals per game.

Key factors

: 🎯 xG Advantage The Goalvio xG model projects 2.27 expected goals for Partick against 1.07 for Stenhousemuir — a significant advantage that translates into a higher win probability. xG is the model's most reliable predictor of match outcomes.
: 🏟️ 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. Partick's Elo-adjusted home strength gives them a 61% expected score in this fixture — a factor that tips the balance when the underlying numbers are close.
: 🔄 Head-to-Head Record Partick have won 4 of the last 5 meetings between these sides — a historically dominant record that the model treats as a meaningful signal when the underlying stats are otherwise close.

Why GoalVio backs this

Partick are generating a dominant xG advantage — 2.27 projected against 1.07 for Stenhousemuir. xG measures the quality of chances created, not just shots. A gap of 1.20 is the clearest signal in the model that Partick are the materially more dangerous side in this fixture.

Biggest risk: Stenhousemuir have won 4 of their last 10 matches — a run of form the model acknowledges but cannot fully override. If Stenhousemuir carry that momentum into this fixture and score first, the upset probability rises significantly above what the headline verdict suggests.

Risk factors

  • Stenhousemuir are in decent form with 4 wins from their last 10 matches — an upset cannot be ruled out.
  • 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

Partick

Partick

W
@ Forfar Athletic
14 Jul 2026
40
W
vs Dunfermline
15 May 2026
21
D
@ Dunfermline
12 May 2026
11
Stenhousemuir

Stenhousemuir

L
vs Alloa Athletic
16 May 2026
01
W
@ Alloa Athletic
13 May 2026
30

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Partick vs Stenhousemuir?

GoalVio's model predicts Partick to win with 60% confidence.

What is the predicted score for Partick vs Stenhousemuir?

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

Will both teams score in Partick vs Stenhousemuir?

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

Will there be over 2.5 goals in Partick vs Stenhousemuir?

GoalVio's model predicts Over 2.5 Goals: Yes.

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