Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Spain
Preview
Football fans in Spain’s Tercera RFEF are in for an intriguing battle this weekend as Villarrubia host Pedroneras at Campo Nuevo Municipal. With kickoff set for 17:30 GMT on April 5, 2025, this match promises to be a tense, low-scoring encounter—at least, that’s what the stats suggest. Let’s break it all down.
Pedroneras arrive with a bit of a reputation as giant-slayers. Back in February, they stunned Azuqueca on the road with a 0-2 victory despite being massive underdogs at 5.1 odds. That kind of result sticks in the memory, and Villarrubia would be wise not to take them lightly. However, recent form has been patchy for both sides, with consistency hard to come by in the lower tiers.
Villarrubia, meanwhile, have had mixed fortunes at home. While they’ll fancy their chances given the 1.7 odds for a home win, their struggles in front of goal could be a concern. The AI-backed prediction of an under 2.5 goals outcome (1.67 odds) feels like a safe bet here, especially with neither side known for free-scoring football.
The numbers tell an interesting story. Our AI leans toward X2 (Double Chance: Pedroneras win or draw) at 1.97 odds, though with a modest 3.5/10 trust score. That’s not a ringing endorsement, but it’s enough to suggest Pedroneras might just frustrate the hosts. If you’re feeling bolder, the straight away win at 4.6 is tempting—especially given their past exploits—but it’s a riskier proposition.
As for the expected scoreline, the algorithm predicts a 0-1 win for Pedroneras, with a goalless first half. That aligns with their defensive resilience and Villarrubia’s occasional struggles to break down organized sides. If you’re looking for a halftime bet, 0-0 at the break might just be the way to go.
Pedroneras’ ability to soak up pressure and hit on the counter could be decisive. If they can keep things tight early—as they did against Azuqueca—they’ll grow in confidence. Villarrubia, on the other hand, need to find a way to unlock stubborn defenses. If they start slowly, the crowd’s patience could wear thin, and Pedroneras will pounce.
One wildcard? The referee. With no official assigned yet, the style of officiating could influence the flow of the game. A lenient ref might let tackles fly, while a strict one could disrupt the rhythm with frequent whistles. Keep an eye on that.
This won’t be a classic for the neutrals, but for those who appreciate tactical battles, it’s a fascinating matchup. Pedroneras have shown they can defy the odds, and Villarrubia’s inconsistencies make them vulnerable. Our recommendation? Play it safe with X2 or under 2.5 goals, but don’t expect fireworks.
Whatever happens, one thing’s certain: in the Tercera RFEF, surprises are always just around the corner.
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X2 -103
Pedroneras to win or draw with odds of -1032 360
Pedroneras is expected to win with odds of 360Under 2.5 -149
No more than 2 goals will be scored in the matchNo -137
At least one team is not expected to scoreX2&U4.5 126
Away win/draw and under 4.5 goals
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 Villarrubia |
05-Apr-25
3:3
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Recent Matches of Villarrubia| 24 Jan | W |
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2:1
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Recent Matches of Pedroneras
| 25 Jan | L | Pedroneras. |
0:1 |
Albacete B. |
Spain - Tercera División RFEF - Group 18| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
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| 1 |
Quintanar del | 34 | 31-15 | 64 |
| 2 |
Albacete II | 34 | 61-31 | 63 |
| 3 |
Toledo | 34 | 47-17 | 62 |
| 4 |
Villacañas | 34 | 39-29 | 62 |
| 5 |
Socuéllamos | 34 | 47-24 | 57 |
| 6 |
Huracán | 34 | 41-28 | 56 |
| 7 |
Tarancón | 34 | 41-31 | 55 |
| 8 |
Cazalegas | 34 | 47-44 | 49 |
| 9 |
Calvo Sotelo | 34 | 39-39 | 48 |
| 10 |
Villarrubia | 34 | 40-38 | 47 |
| 11 |
Manchego | 34 | 45-37 | 45 |
| 12 |
Pedroñeras | 34 | 37-43 | 43 |
| 13 |
Marchamalo | 34 | 50-47 | 41 |
| 14 |
Azuqueca | 34 | 40-49 | 41 |
| 15 |
Villarrobledo | 34 | 31-49 | 36 |
| 16 |
Valdepeñas | 34 | 21-48 | 22 |
| 17 |
Noblejas | 34 | 30-69 | 18 |
| 18 |
Manzanares | 34 | 23-72 | 15 |
