Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W Predictions
FA Women's Cup · England
Durham Cestria W
Full Time
3 - 2
AI predicted 2 - 3
Hull City W
Win Probability (1X2)
Best Value Pick
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Match Result
8/10Durham Cestria Edge Hull City in Five-Goal FA Women's Cup Thriller
Durham Cestria W advanced in the FA Women's Cup after a pulsating 3-2 victory over Hull City W in a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Despite the lack of detailed match statistics, the five-goal spectacle was a testament to both teams' attacking intent and determination, with Durham Cestria ultimately finding the decisive edge. Neither side was able to dominate defensively, as the contest swung back and forth, but it was the home side who managed to convert one more opportunity, sealing their progression in this knockout tie. Hull City W fought valiantly and kept the pressure on until the final whistle, but Durham Cestria's attacking prowess proved just enough on the day.
🔥 AI Prediction Report
CERTIFIED WPredicted
2 - 3
Actual
3 - 2
💰 Bet Results2/2 hit
Key Moments
Unknown' — Goal
Durham Cestria W open the scoring to take an early advantage.
Unknown' — Goal
Hull City W respond to level the match, showing their fighting spirit.
Unknown' — Goal
Durham Cestria W restore their lead in a see-saw contest.
Unknown' — Goal
Hull City W equalise again, keeping the tie finely poised.
Unknown' — Goal
Durham Cestria W score the decisive third goal to clinch the win.
Durham Cestria W
Durham Cestria W showcased their attacking qualities by netting three goals in a high-stakes cup encounter. Despite conceding twice, their ability to find the back of the net at crucial moments underlined their composure and effectiveness in front of goal. The lack of bookings also points to a disciplined performance in a tense knockout setting.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Hull City W
Hull City W put up a spirited fight, scoring twice away from home and pushing Durham Cestria all the way. Their attacking play kept them in contention throughout, but ultimately defensive lapses proved costly. Despite the defeat, their resilience and refusal to give up until the end were commendable.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Tactical Analysis
With no detailed lineup or formation data available, both sides clearly prioritized attacking football, as evidenced by the five goals scored. Durham Cestria W's ability to edge ahead each time Hull City W equalised suggests a focus on quick transitions and exploiting defensive gaps. The absence of any cards indicates a match played in good spirit, with both teams keen to play football rather than disrupt rhythm with fouls. Hull City W's resilience in coming from behind twice points to a side comfortable pushing numbers forward, but ultimately their defensive structure was breached one time too many.
Turning Point
Durham Cestria W's third and final goal, which broke the deadlock and ultimately proved decisive in sending them through.
Man of the Match
Durham Cestria W Goalscorer(s)
Delivered the crucial goals that secured a dramatic cup victory.
Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W: Match Preview
Durham Cestria W and Hull City W arrive at this FA Women's Cup clash with contrasting recent results but a shared tendency towards high-scoring matches. Durham's last five in the competition include a 6-1 home win and a heavy 0-7 away loss, highlighting their volatility, while Hull City W have won four of their last five, including emphatic away victories and a 7-1 rout at Stourbridge W. With no league table context, both sides will see this as a winnable tie and a chance to progress.
The statistical profile of this fixture points towards goals. Hull City W's attack has been rampant, averaging 4.4 goals per game, while Durham have managed 2.4 per match but conceded at a rate of 2.0. Defensive records are suspect on both sides, with just three clean sheets between them in their last five matches each. Both teams have shown a propensity to concede multiple goals, and Hull's away form in particular suggests they will not be shy in attack.
Given these recent scoring and conceding rates, the model expects a match with a high goal expectancy, both teams likely to find the net, and Hull City W's superior offensive output giving them a slight edge. The most probable scenario is an open contest with several lead changes, and a final scoreline in the 2-3 range.
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Over 2.5 Goals
73%
BTTS: Yes
71%
Likely Scores
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Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W Prediction Confidence at a Glance
How strongly the model leans on each market.
Stats Worth Knowing
The numbers behind Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W that most previews miss.
- 1Hull City W have scored at least four goals in three of their last five FA Women's Cup matches.
- 2Durham Cestria W's last five have averaged 4.4 total goals per game, with only two clean sheets kept.
- 3Both teams have seen BTTS land in at least two of their last five matches, with Hull hitting four out of five.
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Where the Model Sees Value: Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W(2)
Selections where the model's probability beats the bookmaker's implied probability. Expected value is computed from real consensus odds, not opinion.
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Both sides have averaged over 4 goals per game in their last five FA Women's Cup matches (Durham Cestria W: 2.4 scored, 2 conceded; Hull City W: 4.4 scored, 1.8 conceded), with 4 of Hull's last 5 and 3 of Durham's last 5 featuring at least 3 goals.
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BTTS: Yes
Hull City W have scored in all of their last five, while Durham Cestria W have only failed to score once in that span, and both have defensive records suggesting vulnerability (Durham: 2 goals conceded per game, Hull: 1.8).
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The Case For This Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W Prediction
This FA Women's Cup tie brings together two sides with attack-minded recent histories and little in the way of defensive solidity, as evidenced by their combined 30 goals scored and 19 conceded across their last five matches each. Hull City W's offensive output has been especially prolific, averaging 4.4 goals per game, but they have also shown defensive frailty, conceding in four of their last five. Durham Cestria W, meanwhile, have produced two convincing home wins in their last five, including a 6-1 result, but were also on the end of a heavy defeat to Sunderland W (0-7). Statistically, this fixture projects as high-scoring. Neither side has posted a clean sheet rate above 40% in recent cup action, and both have seen multiple games with four or more total goals. The last five for each team average a combined 4.2 goals per match. Both teams have a tendency to concede, and Hull's attack has proven capable of running up the score even away from home (seven goals at Stourbridge W, four at Halifax W). Given the offensive rates and defensive leakiness on both sides, the model expects a match with chances at both ends and a strong probability of multiple goals. Hull City W's superior scoring rate and consistency in finding the net tip the balance slightly in their favour, but Durham's home scoring record keeps the contest open. Expect a dynamic, end-to-end cup tie with a high likelihood of both teams scoring and the total clearing 2.5 goals.
Key Factors at a Glance
Attack
- →Hull City W have averaged 4.4 goals scored per game in their last five FA Women's Cup matches.
Defence
- →Durham Cestria W have conceded 2 goals per game on average in their last five, including a 0-7 defeat.
- →Both teams have failed to keep a clean sheet in at least three of their last five matches.
How Durham Cestria W and Hull City W Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W Goalscorer Form
Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games.
Durham Cestria Wlast 5 matchesNo scorer data yet — available after predictions are regenerated.
Hull City Wlast 5 matchesOccasional threat
Occasional threat
Hull City W enter this tie with four wins from their last five FA Women's Cup matches, scoring 22 goals in that span and only losing to Birmingham City W. Durham Cestria W have alternated wins and losses, with a notable 6-1 home victory but also a heavy 0-7 defeat, reflecting inconsistency but attacking potential.
Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W — Last 1 Matches
Strengths
- +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
- +Prolific attack — 2.8 goals/game (last 5)
- +Over 2.5 goals in 100% of games this season
Concerns
- −Leaky defence — 2.4 conceded/game
Strengths
- +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
- +Prolific attack — 3.4 goals/game (last 5)
- +Both teams scoring in most recent games
- +Over 2.5 goals in 100% of games this season
Concerns
- −Leaky defence — 2.4 conceded/game
- −No clean sheets in last 5 matches
What History Says: Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W
There is no head-to-head data available for these teams, so no historical pattern can be established for this fixture.
Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W Head-to-Head History
Last 1 meeting between these sides
1
Durham Cestria W wins
0
Draws
0
Hull City W wins
Things to Watch: Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W
- ⚠️No league standings, head-to-head, or full season data available for either team; all rates are based on FA Women's Cup matches only.
- ⚠️No bookmaker odds provided, so no value edge or expected value can be calculated.
- ⚠️Lack of shots, possession, and set-piece data reduces confidence in predicting secondary markets.
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Final Verdict
Durham Cestria W 2–3 Hull City WThe model projects a 3-2 away win for Hull City W, with the strongest data point being Hull's 4.4 goals per game average across their last five matches. The main risk lies in the volatility of cup football and the lack of league data, which could mask a defensive improvement or tactical shift from either side.
Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W: Common Questions
Who will win Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W?
Hull City W are given a 48% probability to win, compared to 29% for Durham Cestria W and 23% for the draw. This is based on Hull's superior recent scoring rate and away form in the FA Women's Cup.
Will both teams score in Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W?
There is a 67% probability that both teams will score, with both sides showing attacking strength but defensive weaknesses in their recent cup matches.
How likely is over 2.5 goals in Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W?
The model estimates a 74% chance of over 2.5 goals, reflecting the high scoring averages for both teams in their last five FA Women's Cup fixtures.
How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Durham Cestria W vs Hull City W: 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: 18 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.