South Australia State League 1South Australia State League 1
Saturday, 18 July 2026Last updated 12:36
Salisbury United

Salisbury United

Home
L
23
Full time
Modbury Jets

Modbury Jets

Away
L
GoalVio prediction
40% confidence
Draw(26%)
Most likely exact score2-2
Win probability
Salisbury United
40%
Draw
26%
Modbury Jets
34%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
Salisbury United
9
Modbury Jets
34
Defence
Salisbury United
27
Modbury Jets
6
Momentum
Salisbury United
0
Modbury Jets
0
Danger (xG)
Salisbury United
0.00
Modbury Jets
0.90
Both teams to score
No

The model projects 1.36 xG for Salisbury United and 1.33 xG for Modbury Jets. Modbury Jets's projected xG of 1.33 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 2.69 — 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 (Salisbury United)
0.00
avg per match
xG for (Modbury Jets)
0.90
avg per match
xG against (Salisbury United)
1.80
avg per match
xG against (Modbury Jets)
2.70
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
Salisbury UnitedSalisbury United
L
Modbury JetsModbury Jets
LW

Probability breakdown

40% confidence
Salisbury United40%
Draw26%
Modbury Jets34%

Salisbury United leads with 40% — the model's highest-probability outcome for this fixture.

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Analysis

Salisbury United Backed to Win — Model Projects 1-0

Salisbury United take on Modbury Jets in South Australia State League 1.

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. Salisbury United'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 Modbury Jets have won 0 of their last 5 matches — a run of form that keeps this fixture competitive. While Salisbury United carry the stronger underlying metrics, Modbury Jets's recent results mean the gap is narrower than the headline verdict implies.

Why GoalVio backs this

Salisbury United 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 Salisbury United 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 Salisbury United, but this is not a fixture where the outcome is a foregone conclusion. If Modbury Jets score first, the game becomes genuinely open.

Risk factors

  • Salisbury United have been conceding 2.12 goals per game — their defence could be exposed.
  • The xG gap is narrow at 0.03 — 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.

Recent form

Salisbury United

Salisbury United

L
@ South Adelaide Panthers
16 May 2026
02
Modbury Jets

Modbury Jets

L
@ Adelaide Blue Eagles
13 Jul 2026
13
W
@ Adelaide Cobras
16 May 2026
10

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Salisbury United vs Modbury Jets?

GoalVio's model predicts a draw with 40% confidence.

What is the predicted score for Salisbury United vs Modbury Jets?

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

Will both teams score in Salisbury United vs Modbury Jets?

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 Salisbury United vs Modbury Jets?

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

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