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Get ready for a Friday night treat from the NPL Victoria as Oakleigh Cannons host Hume City at Jack Edwards Reserve. This isn't just another match on the calendar; it's a significant game for two clubs with big ambitions. With both teams pushing for prime spots in the league, we've broken down all the angles for our Oakleigh Cannons vs Hume City prediction, blending team news with our AI's sharp analysis.
Sitting 4th in the league, Oakleigh Cannons have turned their home ground into a fortress, winning an impressive 67% of their last six matches there. They are a tough nut to crack on their own turf. However, they might be without their main man, Alex Salmon, the 2024 Golden Boot winner, due to injury. His absence is a blow, but Asad Kasumovic has stepped up admirably, proving he can find the back of the net.
On the other side, 6th-placed Hume City arrives with a point to prove. They've had a rocky patch, losing three of their last six games, but there's a fresh sense of purpose at the club. Nick Hegarty, a club legend, returned as head coach in June and is eager to turn their fortunes around. His return, coupled with mid-season signings like defender Mason Tatafu, suggests Hume is gearing up for a strong second half of the season.
Looking at the head to head record, Oakleigh has historically had the upper hand. However, history can be misleading. While the Cannons enjoyed a streak of five consecutive wins against Hume, it was Hume City who came out on top in their most recent meeting in May 2025, snatching a thrilling 3-2 victory. This shows that despite past results, Hume knows how to get the better of their rivals.
So, we've looked at the teams, but what do the cold, hard numbers say? Our AI has crunched the data, and the results are fascinating. Here’s our analysis for the Oakleigh Cannons vs Hume City match.
Let's start with the match winner. The bookmakers have Oakleigh as the clear favorite, with betting odds of 1.740 for a home win. But hold your horses! Our AI model sees this differently.
Putting it all together, our AI paints a picture of an entertaining, end-to-end game where both teams find the net, leading to a share of the points. The final score prediction is a 2:2 draw, with a 1:1 scoreline at half-time. This result would satisfy both the Over 2.5 goals and the Draw predictions, making it a logical conclusion for this exciting NPL Victoria fixture.
Get ready for a Friday night treat from the NPL Victoria as Oakleigh Cannons host Hume City at Jack Edwards Reserve. This isn't just another match on the calendar; it's a significant game for two clubs with big ambitions. With both teams pushing for prime spots in the league, we've broken down all the angles for our Oakleigh Cannons vs Hume City prediction, blending team news with our AI's sharp analysis.
Sitting 4th in the league, Oakleigh Cannons have turned their home ground into a fortress, winning an impressive 67% of their last six matches there. They are a tough nut to crack on their own turf. However, they might be without their main man, Alex Salmon, the 2024 Golden Boot winner, due to injury. His absence is a blow, but Asad Kasumovic has stepped up admirably, proving he can find the back of the net.
On the other side, 6th-placed Hume City arrives with a point to prove. They've had a rocky patch, losing three of their last six games, but there's a fresh sense of purpose at the club. Nick Hegarty, a club legend, returned as head coach in June and is eager to turn their fortunes around. His return, coupled with mid-season signings like defender Mason Tatafu, suggests Hume is gearing up for a strong second half of the season.
Looking at the head to head record, Oakleigh has historically had the upper hand. However, history can be misleading. While the Cannons enjoyed a streak of five consecutive wins against Hume, it was Hume City who came out on top in their most recent meeting in May 2025, snatching a thrilling 3-2 victory. This shows that despite past results, Hume knows how to get the better of their rivals.
So, we've looked at the teams, but what do the cold, hard numbers say? Our AI has crunched the data, and the results are fascinating. Here’s our analysis for the Oakleigh Cannons vs Hume City match.
Let's start with the match winner. The bookmakers have Oakleigh as the clear favorite, with betting odds of 1.740 for a home win. But hold your horses! Our AI model sees this differently.
Putting it all together, our AI paints a picture of an entertaining, end-to-end game where both teams find the net, leading to a share of the points. The final score prediction is a 2:2 draw, with a 1:1 scoreline at half-time. This result would satisfy both the Over 2.5 goals and the Draw predictions, making it a logical conclusion for this exciting NPL Victoria fixture.
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Derby match
AS -263
Hume City is expected to score at least 1 goal with odds of -263X 290
The match is expected to end in a drawOver 2.5 -167
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -167
Both teams are expected to scoreX2&O1.5 123
Away win/draw and over 1.5 goals
2:2
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Hume City |
04-Apr-25
0:3
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Oakleigh C |
18-Aug-24
3:1
| Hume City ![]() |
Hume City |
11-May-24
0:2
| Oakleigh C ![]() |
Hume City |
24-Jun-23
0:1
| Oakleigh C ![]() |
Oakleigh C |
25-Mar-23
2:1
| Hume City ![]() |
Oakleigh C |
21-Aug-22
0:1
| Hume City ![]() |
Hume City |
14-May-22
1:2
| Oakleigh C ![]() |
Oakleigh C |
21-May-21
0:2
| Hume City ![]() |
Australia - Victoria NPL| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Avondale | 26 | 66-27 | 61 |
| 2 |
Heidelberg | 26 | 55-25 | 57 |
| 3 |
Dandenong | 26 | 60-32 | 53 |
| 4 |
Oakleigh | 26 | 58-33 | 49 |
| 5 |
Preston Lions | 26 | 40-28 | 47 |
| 6 |
Dandenong City | 26 | 51-38 | 40 |
| 7 |
Hume City | 26 | 42-40 | 38 |
| 8 |
Green Gully | 26 | 39-42 | 31 |
| 9 |
South | 26 | 29-46 | 28 |
| 10 |
Altona Magic | 26 | 28-38 | 27 |
| 11 |
St. Albans | 26 | 45-56 | 27 |
| 12 |
Melbourne Victory | 26 | 36-60 | 18 |
| 13 |
Port Melbourne | 26 | 24-64 | 17 |
| 14 |
Melbourne | 26 | 28-72 | 15 |