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Tallinna Kalev

Tallinna Kalev

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Nõmme United II

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GoalVio prediction
58% confidence
Tallinna Kalev(58%)
Most likely exact score2-1
Win probability
Tallinna Kalev
58%
Draw
23%
Nõmme United II
19%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
Tallinna Kalev
86
Nõmme United II
73
Defence
Tallinna Kalev
6
Nõmme United II
14
Momentum
Tallinna Kalev
17
Nõmme United II
17
Danger (xG)
Tallinna Kalev
2.25
Nõmme United II
1.80
Both teams to score
Yes

The model projects 1.46 xG for Tallinna Kalev and 1.25 xG for Nõmme United II. Nõmme United II'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.

Over 2.5 goals
Yes

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.

xG for (Tallinna Kalev)
2.25
avg per match
xG for (Nõmme United II)
1.80
avg per match
xG against (Tallinna Kalev)
2.70
avg per match
xG against (Nõmme United II)
2.25
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
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Nõmme United IINõmme United II
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Probability breakdown

58% confidence
Tallinna Kalev58%
Draw23%
Nõmme United II19%

Tallinna Kalev leads with 58% — the model's highest-probability outcome for this fixture.

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Analysis

Tallinna Kalev Backed to Win — Model Projects 2-1

Tallinna Kalev take on Nõmme United II in Esiliiga A.

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. Tallinna Kalev'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 Nõmme United II have won 0 of their last 10 matches — a run of form that keeps this fixture competitive. While Tallinna Kalev carry the stronger underlying metrics, Nõmme United II's recent results mean the gap is narrower than the headline verdict implies.

Why GoalVio backs this

Tallinna Kalev 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 Tallinna Kalev 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 Tallinna Kalev, but this is not a fixture where the outcome is a foregone conclusion. If Nõmme United II 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

Tallinna Kalev

Tallinna Kalev

L
@ FCI Levadia II
11 Jul 2026
23
D
vs Maardu
3 Jul 2026
33
W
vs Nõmme Kalju II
21 Jun 2026
51
L
@ Laagri
2 Nov 2025
14
Nõmme United II

Nõmme United II

D
vs Flora II
12 Jul 2026
11
L
@ FC Tallinn
4 Jul 2026
34
D
vs Flora II
30 Jun 2026
33
L
@ Tartu Welco
21 Jun 2026
25
W
vs Elva
16 May 2026
10

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Tallinna Kalev vs Nõmme United II?

GoalVio's model predicts Tallinna Kalev to win with 58% confidence.

What is the predicted score for Tallinna Kalev vs Nõmme United II?

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

Will both teams score in Tallinna Kalev vs Nõmme United II?

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

Will there be over 2.5 goals in Tallinna Kalev vs Nõmme United II?

GoalVio's model predicts Over 2.5 Goals: Yes.

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