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Friday, 17 July 2026Last updated 10:06
Vermont Green

Vermont Green

Home
WW
40
Full time
Ironbound

Ironbound

Away
LWD
Virtue Field
GoalVio prediction
60% confidence
Vermont Green(60%)
Most likely exact score1-0
Prediction correct— Result: Vermont Green
Win probability
Vermont Green
60%
Draw
23%
Ironbound
17%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
Vermont Green
99
Ironbound
61
Defence
Vermont Green
66
Ironbound
27
Momentum
Vermont Green
100
Ironbound
44
Danger (xG)
Vermont Green
3.60
Ironbound
1.50
Both teams to score
No

The model projects 3.68 xG for Vermont Green and 1.24 xG for Ironbound — 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 3-1 scoreline reflects both teams contributing to the goal tally. Even with Vermont Green holding the stronger xG profile, the opposition's meaningful attacking output is sufficient to keep BTTS in play.

Over 2.5 goals
No

The model projects a combined xG of 4.92 — high 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 3-1 scoreline clears the 2.5-goal threshold — 4 goals in the most likely outcome. With both sides generating high xG, multiple scoreline combinations in the probability grid exceed 2.5 goals.The attack-versus-defence matchups across both ends of the pitch favour the attackers. Vermont Green's Attack Score (99) vs Ironbound's Defensive Stability (27) and Ironbound's attack (61) vs Vermont Green's defence (66) both point to a goal-friendly environment — neither defence is strong enough to suppress the other side's attacking output.

xG for (Vermont Green)
3.60
avg per match
xG for (Ironbound)
1.50
avg per match
xG against (Vermont Green)
0.90
avg per match
xG against (Ironbound)
1.80
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
Vermont GreenVermont Green
WW
IronboundIronbound
LWD

Probability breakdown

60% confidence
Vermont Green60%
Draw23%
Ironbound17%

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

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Analysis

Vermont Green Backed to Win — Model Projects 1-0

Vermont Green host Ironbound in USL League Two. Vermont Green have recorded WWWWWW in recent matches while Ironbound arrive with a run of WWDDWL. These sides have met 1 times recently, averaging 4.0 goals per game.

Key factors

: 🎯 xG Advantage The Goalvio xG model projects 3.68 expected goals for Vermont Green against 1.24 for Ironbound — 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. Vermont Green'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.
: 📈 Recent Form Vermont Green arrive in better recent form — 6 wins from 10 matches (WWWWWW) against Ironbound's 3. Form over the last 5–6 games is one of the most predictive short-term signals in the model, capturing momentum that longer-term averages can miss.

Why GoalVio backs this

Vermont Green are generating a dominant xG advantage — 3.68 projected against 1.24 for Ironbound. xG measures the quality of chances created, not just shots. A gap of 2.43 is the clearest signal in the model that Vermont Green are the materially more dangerous side in this fixture.

Biggest risk: The model's projection is based on averages — individual moments of quality, tactical adjustments, or set-piece situations can always override statistical trends. Vermont Green are favoured, but football rarely follows the script exactly.

Risk factors

  • Ironbound are in decent form with 3 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.

Head to head

Vermont Green 1Draws 00 Ironbound
Avg goals: 4.0
18 Jul 2026
Vermont Green
W40
Ironbound

Recent form

Vermont Green

Vermont Green

W
vs Ironbound
18 Jul 2026
40
W
@ Western Mass Pioneers
11 Jul 2026
42
Ironbound

Ironbound

L
@ Vermont Green
18 Jul 2026
04
W
@ New England FC
15 Jul 2026
30
D
@ Cedar Stars Rush
9 Jul 2026
22

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Vermont Green vs Ironbound?

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

What is the predicted score for Vermont Green vs Ironbound?

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

Will both teams score in Vermont Green vs Ironbound?

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 Vermont Green vs Ironbound?

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

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