AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui Predictions

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Ligue 1Ligue 1 · Tunisia
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AS Marsa

AS Marsa

Full Time

3 - 0

AI predicted 1 - 0

ES Metlaoui

ES Metlaoui

🗓️ Sunday, 18 Oct 2026 at 14:30 CET (venue time) · 13:30 UTC (your time)📍 Abdelaziz Chtioui Stadium, La Marsa

Win Probability (1X2)

AS Marsa 38%Draw 36%ES Metlaoui 26%

Best Value Pick

Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5

Match Result

7.5/10

AS Marsa Cruise Past ES Metlaoui with Commanding 3-0 Home Win

AS Marsa delivered a dominant performance at the Abdelaziz Chtioui Stadium, dispatching ES Metlaoui 3-0 in front of their home supporters. The hosts took control of the match late in the first half, striking twice in quick succession before sealing the result with a late third goal. ES Metlaoui struggled to find a response throughout, unable to break down a resolute Marsa defense. The breakthrough came in the 38th minute, setting the tone for the remainder of the contest. A second goal just before halftime effectively put the game out of reach for the visitors. Despite both sides picking up a yellow card apiece, the match remained largely disciplined. Marsa's late goal in the 84th minute capped a comprehensive display, ensuring all three points stayed in La Marsa.

💪 AI Prediction Report

DECENT HIT

Predicted

1 - 0

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Actual

3 - 0

✅Result
✅BTTS
❌O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results1/3 hit

Under/Over 2.5 Goals — Under 2.5
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1X2 — Draw
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Both Teams to Score — No
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Key Moments

38' — Goal

AS Marsa break the deadlock with the opening goal.

45' — Goal

AS Marsa double their lead just before halftime, taking control of the match.

84' — Goal

A late third goal from AS Marsa seals the result.

First half' — Yellow Card

AS Marsa player receives a yellow card.

Second half' — Yellow Card

ES Metlaoui player booked as frustration grows.

AS Marsa

AS Marsa

8.5/10

AS Marsa showcased attacking intent and clinical finishing, netting three goals and keeping a clean sheet. Their ability to strike twice before halftime gave them a comfortable cushion, and they managed the game efficiently from there. The defense remained organized, rarely troubled by ES Metlaoui, and the team maintained composure even after picking up a yellow card.

Key Players

First goalscorer (38'): Opened the scoring to break the deadlock and set Marsa on their way.
Second goalscorer (45'): Doubled the lead at a crucial moment before halftime.
Third goalscorer (84'): Sealed the victory with a late goal, ensuring a comfortable finish.

Strengths

Clinical finishingSolid defensive organizationGame management after taking the lead

Weaknesses

Picked up a yellow cardCould have pressed for more goals earlier
ES Metlaoui

ES Metlaoui

5/10

ES Metlaoui struggled to impose themselves on the match, failing to register a goal and conceding twice in the crucial moments before halftime. Their attack was largely stifled by Marsa's defense, and they were unable to mount a meaningful comeback. A yellow card added to their frustrations in a game where little went right for the visitors.

Key Players

Player booked (yellow card): Showed commitment but was cautioned, reflecting the team's struggles.

Strengths

Maintained discipline to avoid red cardsAttempted to stay organized after falling behind

Weaknesses

Lack of attacking threatConceded at key momentsUnable to recover after halftime setback

Tactical Analysis

While specific formations are unavailable, AS Marsa's approach was clearly effective, pressing for goals and capitalizing on key moments before halftime. Their ability to manage the game after gaining a two-goal advantage suggests a balanced setup, likely prioritizing defensive solidity while remaining dangerous on the break. ES Metlaoui, meanwhile, appeared unable to adapt tactically after conceding, lacking the creativity or width needed to trouble the home side. Both teams kept their discipline, with only one yellow card each and no dismissals, but Marsa's superior execution in both attack and defense proved decisive.

Turning Point

The second goal just before halftime, which doubled Marsa's lead and deflated ES Metlaoui's hopes of a comeback.

Man of the Match

Second goalscorer (45')

Scored the crucial goal before halftime to give Marsa a commanding lead and set the tone for the second half.

AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui: Match Preview

AS Marsa enter this fixture 11th in the table with four points from four matches, having just secured their first win of the season at home to ES Sahel. Their home record is unbeaten (one win, one draw, no goals conceded), while ES Metlaoui sit two places lower after three defeats from four and only two goals scored all season. Both teams are already under pressure to improve their attacking output, with just five goals between them in eight combined league games.

The underlying rates point to a defensive contest. AS Marsa average 0.5 goals scored and 0.75 conceded per match, while ES Metlaoui are at 0.5 scored and 1.0 conceded. Home advantage is pronounced: Marsa have allowed zero goals in two home matches, while Metlaoui have managed just one goal in two away games and have lost both. The H2H record reinforces the low-scoring trend, with five of the last six meetings ending 1-0 or 1-1, and only one match in that span seeing more than two goals. Both sides have failed to score in two of four league matches.

Given these numbers, the model expects a cautious opening half and a strong likelihood of under 2.5 goals (81%). AS Marsa's defensive solidity at home suggests they are marginally more likely to edge a tight encounter, but the draw is a significant runner given the lack of attacking threat on both sides. A 1-0 or 0-0 scoreline is most consistent with the data.

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ES Metlaoui0.65

Expected goals · model says 0.65

Win Probability
AS Marsa 38% Draw 36% ES Metlaoui 26%

Over 2.5 Goals

19%

BTTS: Yes

27%

Likely Scores

0-0 · 1-0 · 0-1

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AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
38%
36%
26%
AS Marsa 38%Draw 36%ES Metlaoui 26%
Both Teams to Score
29%
71%
Yes 29%No 71%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
19%
81%
Over 2.5 19%Under 2.5 81%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui that most previews miss.

  • 1AS Marsa's home games this season have produced just one goal in total across 180 minutes.
  • 2ES Metlaoui have failed to score before the 75th minute in any away match this campaign.
  • 3Only two of the last six H2H meetings have seen both teams score.

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The Case For This AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui Prediction

A statistical low-scorer between two sides averaging less than a goal per game, with AS Marsa's home defensive record giving them a narrow edge. The rates point to a tight contest likely decided by a single goal, with the draw and under 2.5 both strong probabilities.

Key Factors at a Glance

Defence

  • →AS Marsa have conceded just once in two home matches this season.

Match Context

  • →ES Metlaoui have scored only once in two away games and average 0.5 goals per match.
  • →Only 25% of matches for either side have gone over 2.5 goals this campaign.

How AS Marsa and ES Metlaoui Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games.

AS MarsaAS Marsalast 5 matches
N. Mani
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

A. Traidi
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

F. Iffia
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

ES MetlaouiES Metlaouilast 5 matches
C. Bodian
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

M. Bouzaabya
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

O. Naffati
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

AS Marsa have stabilised after a slow start, taking four points from their last three and keeping two clean sheets in their last five. ES Metlaoui, by contrast, have lost three of four and have scored just twice, with their only win coming at home. Both sides are struggling for attacking fluency, but Marsa's home defensive record is a positive trend.

AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui — Last 6 Matches

AS MarsaAS MarsaLast 6 results
W3-0
D0-0
W1-0
L1-2
D0-0
L0-1
Wvs ES Metlaoui3-0
D@ Jeunesse Sportive Omrane0-0
Wvs ES Sahel1-0
L@ ES Tunis1-2
Dvs Progrès Sakiet Eddaïer0-0
L@ CA Bizertin0-1

Strengths

  • +Defensively solid — 0.4 conceded/game
  • +4 clean sheets in last 5 matches
  • +66.67% clean sheet rate this season
ES MetlaouiES MetlaouiLast 6 results
L0-3
L1-2
L0-1
W1-0
L1-2
L0-1
L@ AS Marsa0-3
Lvs Stade Tunisien1-2
L@ Jeunesse Sportive Omrane0-1
Wvs ES Hammam-Sousse1-0
L@ ES Sahel1-2
Lvs Club Africain0-1

Concerns

  • −4/5 losses in last 5 — poor form
  • −Struggling to score — 0.6 goals/game

What History Says: AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui

The head-to-head series is closely contested, with ES Metlaoui winning three of the last six and AS Marsa two. Low-scoring games are the norm: five of the last six have finished 1-0 or 1-1, and away wins have been common, including Metlaoui's two most recent visits to Marsa.

AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui Head-to-Head History

Last 7 meetings between these sides

3

AS Marsa wins

1

Draws

3

ES Metlaoui wins

43%14% draws43%
18 Oct 26AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui3-0
13 Apr 26ES Metlaoui vs AS Marsa1-0
19 Oct 25AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui0-1
12 May 24AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui1-0
18 Feb 24ES Metlaoui vs AS Marsa3-1
3 Jan 24ES Metlaoui vs AS Marsa0-1

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui

With no bookmaker odds available, value cannot be formally assessed. However, the model's strong under 2.5 (81%) and BTTS 'No' (71%) probabilities suggest these are the most statistically robust positions if market odds are in line with typical Ligue 1 goal lines.

Odds from Bet365. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
AS Marsa Win1.9038.0%-14.6%
Draw2.9036.0%+1.5%
ES Metlaoui Win4.0026.0%+1.0%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.52.7519.0%-17.4%
Under 2.5value1.4081.0%+9.6%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes—29.0%—
No—71.0%—

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 2.90EV +0.044
1X2: ES Metlaoui Win @ 4.00EV +0.040
Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5 @ 1.40EV +0.134

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Things to Watch: AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui

  • ⚠️No bookmaker odds available, so value edges cannot be calculated.
  • ⚠️Small sample size (4 league matches each) increases variance in rate estimates.
  • ⚠️Lack of shot, possession, and set piece data limits confidence in secondary markets.

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Final Verdict

AS Marsa 1–0 ES Metlaoui

The model projects a 1-0 win for AS Marsa, driven by their 50% home clean sheet rate and ES Metlaoui's 0.5 goals per game scoring average. The most plausible way this goes wrong is if either side capitalises on a defensive lapse early, opening up the match and increasing the likelihood of a draw or a rare over 2.5 outcome.

AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui: Common Questions

Who will win AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui?

AS Marsa are rated a 38% chance to win, with the draw at 36% and ES Metlaoui at 26%. The home side's defensive record gives them a slight statistical edge, but the draw is a strong possibility given both teams' low scoring rates.

Will there be over or under 2.5 goals in AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui?

The probability for under 2.5 goals is 81%, with both teams averaging just 0.5 goals scored per game and only 25% of their matches this season going over 2.5 goals.

Will both teams score in AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui?

The model gives a 71% chance that both teams will not score, reflecting the fact that both sides have failed to score in two of their four league matches and have kept a combined three clean sheets.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for AS Marsa vs ES Metlaoui: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Numbers Desk, the statistical baseline — season-long rates, splits and distributions. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 10 October 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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