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Dumbarton vs Annan Athletic Prediction

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Dumbarton

€50.00Th.

26 Apr15:00
3 : 1

Annan Athletic

€150.00Th.

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Dumbarton vs Annan Athletic Prediction League One

Dumbarton vs Annan Athletic Prediction: A Tight Battle With Goals Expected

The League One clash between Dumbarton vs Annan Athletic promises intrigue, with the odds suggesting a nail-biter. Annan enter as slight favorites at 1.93, but Dumbarton’s home grit and the league’s goal-friendly trends make this a fascinating matchup for bettors. Our Dumbarton vs Annan Athletic prediction dives into the stats, recent form, and tactical angles to uncover the smartest betting opportunities.

Recent Form: Momentum and Resilience

Annan Athletic arrive with a psychological edge after their 5-1 demolition of Dumbarton in December 2024. Their recent 1-0 away win over Inverness CT (at 5.5 odds) showcased their ability to grind out results on the road. However, Dumbarton shouldn’t be underestimated—their gritty 1-1 draw against Arbroath (7.8 odds) highlighted their resilience, even if it also exposed defensive vulnerabilities.

  • Annan’s last 5: 3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss (including that 5-1 H2H rout)
  • Dumbarton’s last 5: 1 win, 2 draws, 2 losses (leaky at the back but fighting hard)

Head to Head: Annan’s Dominance Looms Large

The head to head record tilts heavily in Annan’s favor, especially after their December thrashing of Dumbarton. Their squad value (€150K vs. Dumbarton’s €50K) reflects a deeper, more polished unit, which aligns with their slight favoritism in the odds. However, football isn’t played on spreadsheets—Dumbarton’s home crowd could level the playing field.

Key H2H Stats:

  1. Last meeting: Annan 5-1 Dumbarton (Dec 2024)
  2. Annan unbeaten in 3 of the last 4 meetings
  3. Dumbarton’s last home win vs. Annan was in 2023 (2-1)

League Trends: Goals, Goals, Goals

League One’s numbers scream one thing: betting tips should lean toward goals. A whopping 77% of matches see over 1.5 goals, while both teams score in 53.9% of games. With Dumbarton’s shaky defense and Annan’s attacking flair, NerdyTips’ top pick of Over 1.5 Goals (1.17 odds, 5.5/10 confidence) feels like a banker.

  • Home wins: 40.3% in League One this season
  • Away wins: 32.2% (Annan’s recent road form boosts their chances)
  • Over 2.5 goals: 53.6% of matches—another angle to consider

Our Prediction: Annan to Edge a High-Stakes Duel

Our AI model projects a 1.17 win for Annan (1.93 odds, 3.85/10 confidence), likely with them leading 0-1 at halftime. The stats back this: Annan’s superior squad depth, recent away form, and H2H dominance make them the safer pick. However, Dumbarton’s fighting spirit and the league’s goal-heavy trends suggest backing Over 1.5 Goals is the smartest play for beginner bettors.

Final Betting Tips:

  1. Annan Athletic to win (1.93) – Solid value given form and H2H
  2. Over 1.5 Goals (1.17) – Near-certainty based on league trends
  3. Half-Time/Full-Time: Annan/Annan (4.00) – If you’re feeling bold

Whether you’re backing Annan’s momentum or riding the goal wave, this Dumbarton vs Annan Athletic prediction hinges on smart, data-driven choices. Expect drama at Marbill Coaches Stadium—just don’t expect a dull 0-0.

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Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Dumbarton vs Annan Athletic

O1.5 -588

At least 2 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -588
5/10

1x2 Tip

2 -108

Annan Athletic is expected to win with odds of -108
3/10

Total Goals

Over 1.5 -588

At least 2 goals will be scored in the match
5/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes -200

Both teams are expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

X2&O1.5 -222

Away win/draw and over 1.5 goals
1/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

1:2

Average / Match

3.2
Total Goals
3.3
1.6
Goals Scored
1.3
1.6
Goals Against
2

Overview Last 10 Matches

2
Wins
3
8
Over 1.5 Goals
8
7
Over 2.5 Goals
6
5
Over 3.5 Goals
4
7
Both Teams Scored
5
0
Unexpected Wins
1
0
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Dumbarton
7 - 3 - 4
Annan Athletic
Annan Athletic Annan A 23-Aug-25
3:4
Dumbarton Dumbarton
Dumbarton Dumbarton 26-Apr-25
3:1
Annan A Annan Athletic
Annan Athletic Annan A 08-Feb-25
2:1
Dumbarton Dumbarton
Dumbarton Dumbarton 14-Dec-24
1:5
Annan A Annan Athletic
Annan Athletic Annan A 14-Sep-24
1:1
Dumbarton Dumbarton
Annan Athletic Annan A 25-Nov-23
4:5
Dumbarton Dumbarton
Dumbarton Dumbarton 13-May-23
0:0
Annan A Annan Athletic
Annan Athletic Annan A 09-May-23
6:0
Dumbarton Dumbarton

Profile time Recent Matches of Dumbarton

13 DecW Dumbarton Dumbarton.
2:0
East Kilbrid. East Kilbride

Profile time Recent Matches of Annan A

13 DecWAnnan Annan.
3:1
Forfar A.Forfar A
09 DecLStenhousemuir Stenhousemui.
2:0
Annan.Annan

Scotland - League One Scotland - League One

Team Matches Goals Points
1 Arbroath Arbroath36
58-42
64
2 Cove Rangers Cove Rangers36
62-44
57
3 Queen of the South Queen of the S36
46-41
55
4 Stenhousemuir Stenhousemuir36
48-45
53
5 Alloa Athletic Alloa Athletic36
55-47
51
6 Kelty Hearts Kelty Hearts36
40-46
44
7 Inverness CT Inverness CT36
45-38
43
8 Montrose Montrose36
40-49
40
9 Annan Athletic Annan Athletic36
41-68
36
10 Dumbarton Dumbarton36
51-66
20
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