Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford Predictions

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Hanworth Villa

Hanworth Villa

Full Time

3 - 2

AI predicted 2 - 1

Bishop's Stortford

Bishop's Stortford

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Saturday, 26 Sept 2026 at 15:00 BST (venue time) ยท 14:00 UTC (your time)

Win Probability (1X2)

Hanworth Villa 44%Draw 28%Bishop's Stortford 28%

Best Value Pick

Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5

Match Result

8/10

Hanworth Villa Edge Bishop's Stortford in Five-Goal FA Trophy Thriller

Hanworth Villa emerged victorious in a dramatic FA Trophy clash, edging Bishop's Stortford 3-2 in a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle. Despite the lack of detailed match statistics, the five-goal spectacle suggests an open, attacking encounter with both sides showing plenty of ambition going forward. The hosts managed to find that extra gear, outscoring their visitors by the narrowest of margins. With no cards shown to either side, the contest was played in a competitive but fair spirit. Both teams had their moments, but Hanworth Villa's clinical finishing ultimately proved decisive.

๐Ÿ”ฅ AI Prediction Report

CERTIFIED W

Predicted

2 - 1

โšก

Actual

3 - 2

โœ…Result
โœ…BTTS
โœ…O/U 2.5
โŒScore

๐Ÿ’ฐ Bet Results3/3 hit

over_under_2_5 โ€” over
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1x2 โ€” home
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btts โ€” yes
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Key Moments

Unknown' โ€” Goal

Hanworth Villa open the scoring, setting the tone for an end-to-end encounter.

Unknown' โ€” Goal

Bishop's Stortford respond to level the match, showing their attacking intent.

Unknown' โ€” Goal

Hanworth Villa regain the lead in a see-saw first half.

Unknown' โ€” Goal

Hanworth Villa extend their advantage, putting daylight between the teams.

Unknown' โ€” Goal

Bishop's Stortford pull one back to set up a tense finale.

Hanworth Villa

Hanworth Villa

7.5/10

Hanworth Villa made the most of their opportunities, netting three times to secure a memorable FA Trophy win. Their attacking play was the difference, as they managed to outscore Bishop's Stortford in a closely fought contest. The team showed resilience in holding off a determined fightback from the away side. Defensively, conceding twice will be a concern, but their ability to stay composed and see out the result speaks to their growing maturity in knockout football.

Key Players

Hanworth Villa Attackers: Scored three crucial goals to secure victory.

Strengths

Clinical finishingResilience under pressureEffective attacking transitions

Weaknesses

Defensive lapsesAllowed two goalsCould improve game management late on
Bishop's Stortford

Bishop's Stortford

6.5/10

Bishop's Stortford contributed fully to an entertaining cup tie, twice finding the net and pushing Hanworth Villa all the way. Their attacking intent was clear, but ultimately they fell just short in a game of fine margins. While their attacking threat was evident, defensive vulnerabilities cost them dearly. They will rue missed opportunities and moments where their back line was exposed.

Key Players

Bishop's Stortford Forwards: Kept the tie alive with two important goals.

Strengths

Positive attacking playAbility to respond under pressure

Weaknesses

Defensive frailtiesUnable to contain Hanworth Villa's attack

Tactical Analysis

With no detailed formations or substitutions available, the scoreline alone suggests both managers set their teams up to attack. The match unfolded as an open contest, with both sides finding success in the final third but struggling to keep things tight at the back. The lack of cards indicates a focus on football rather than physicality, and both teams' willingness to commit players forward resulted in a thrilling, end-to-end spectacle. Hanworth Villa's ability to edge ahead and respond quickly to setbacks was telling, while Bishop's Stortford's persistence kept the hosts honest throughout. Ultimately, Hanworth Villa's sharper finishing in key moments was the tactical difference.

Turning Point

Hanworth Villa's third goal, which gave them a crucial cushion and forced Bishop's Stortford to chase the game.

Man of the Match

Hanworth Villa Attackers

Their three goals proved decisive in a closely contested cup tie.

Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford: Match Preview

Hanworth Villa approach this FA Trophy tie on the back of a strong attacking run, having scored four goals in three of their last five matches and dropping points only once at home in that span. Bishop's Stortford, meanwhile, have alternated wins and losses, with their only away game in the last five ending in a 3-0 defeat. With no league standings or head-to-head history available, both teams enter with something to prove and little to separate them on paper.

Statistically, this fixture projects a high goal environment. Hanworth Villa average 2.8 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per game over their last five, while Bishop's Stortford have managed 1.4 for and 2.0 against. Hanworth Villa's attack has been especially potent after the break, notching seven second-half goals in five games, whereas Bishop's Stortford have failed to keep a clean sheet in four of their last five. Both sides have struggled defensively, with just one clean sheet apiece, and BTTS has landed in four of Hanworth Villa's last five.

The model expects Hanworth Villa's superior attacking rate, especially at home, to be the decisive factor. While Bishop's Stortford have shown they can score, their defensive record on the road is a concern. Expect a match with chances at both ends, but Hanworth Villa's firepower tips the balance toward a 2-1 home win.

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Hanworth Villa1.75

Expected goals ยท model says 1.75

Bishop's Stortford1.40

Expected goals ยท model says 1.40

Win Probability
Hanworth Villa 46% Draw 23% Bishop's Stortford 31%

Over 2.5 Goals

61%

BTTS: Yes

62%

Likely Scores

1-1 ยท 2-1 ยท 1-0

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Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
44%
28%
28%
Hanworth Villa 44%Draw 28%Bishop's Stortford 28%
Both Teams to Score
61%
39%
Yes 61%No 39%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
63%
37%
Over 2.5 63%Under 2.5 37%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford that most previews miss.

  • 1Hanworth Villa have scored four goals in three of their last five matches, all at home.
  • 2Bishop's Stortford have conceded three goals in three of their last five outings.
  • 3Seven of Hanworth Villa's last ten goals have come in the second half, indicating a late-scoring trend.

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The Case For This Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford Prediction

Hanworth Villa's recent attacking output has been among the best in their tier, averaging 2.8 goals per game across their last five, while Bishop's Stortford's defence has struggled, conceding two per game in the same period. The distribution of goals, with Hanworth Villa scoring seven of their last ten after half-time, suggests a contest likely to open up as it progresses. With neither side showing a consistent ability to keep clean sheets, a high-scoring match with both sides on the scoresheet is the statistical baseline.

Key Factors at a Glance

Defence

  • โ†’Hanworth Villa average 2.8 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per game in their last five matches.
  • โ†’Bishop's Stortford have conceded three goals in three of their last five matches.
  • โ†’Both teams have kept just one clean sheet in their last five.

How Hanworth Villa and Bishop's Stortford Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford Goalscorer Form

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

Hanworth VillaHanworth Villalast 5 matches
J. Casey
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

B. Barzey
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

G. McGregor
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Bishop's StortfordBishop's Stortfordlast 5 matches
F. Norris
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

J. Chukwu-Nsofor
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

J. Thompson
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

T. Baker
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Hanworth Villa have built momentum with three wins in their last five, including three home victories where they scored four goals each time. Bishop's Stortford have been less consistent, alternating wins and losses and conceding heavily in three of their last five. The home side's attack is in sharper form, while the visitors' defence has been vulnerable.

Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford โ€” Last 1 Matches

Hanworth VillaHanworth VillaLast 1 results
W3-2
Wvs Bishop's Stortford3-2

Strengths

  • +4/5 wins in last 5 โ€” excellent form
  • +Prolific attack โ€” 3.4 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games
  • +Over 2.5 goals in 100% of games this season
Bishop's StortfordBishop's StortfordLast 1 results
L2-3
L@ Hanworth Villa2-3

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form โ€” 3+ wins in last 5
  • +Prolific attack โ€” 2.4 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Over 2.5 goals in 100% of games this season

What History Says: Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford

No head-to-head data is available for these two clubs, so there are no established patterns or historical trends to inform this matchup.

Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford Head-to-Head History

Last 1 meeting between these sides

1

Hanworth Villa wins

0

Draws

0

Bishop's Stortford wins

100%0% draws0%
26 Sept 26Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford3-2

Things to Watch: Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford

  • โš ๏ธNo season-long home/away splits or league table data available; all rates derived from last five matches only.
  • โš ๏ธNo head-to-head data between these clubs, so historical matchup trends cannot be factored.
  • โš ๏ธShots, possession, corners, and discipline data are missing, limiting set-piece and cards market confidence.

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Final Verdict

Hanworth Villa 2โ€“1 Bishop's Stortford

The model projects a 2-1 win for Hanworth Villa, anchored by their 2.8 goals per game average over the last five matches and Bishop's Stortford's recent defensive frailty. The biggest risk to this outlook is the limited sample size and lack of broader league context, which could conceal a step up in opposition quality or a tactical shift.

Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford: Common Questions

Who will win Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford?

Hanworth Villa are rated a 44% chance to win, compared to 28% for Bishop's Stortford and 28% for the draw. The home side's recent scoring rate gives them the edge, but the probabilities reflect a competitive fixture.

Will both teams score in Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford?

Both teams to score is rated at 61%, with Hanworth Villa seeing BTTS in four of their last five and Bishop's Stortford averaging 1.4 goals scored but 2.0 conceded per game recently.

Is over 2.5 goals likely in Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford?

The model gives a 63% probability of over 2.5 goals, based on Hanworth Villa's high-scoring matches (4.0 total goals per game on average) and Bishop's Stortford's defensive record.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Hanworth Villa vs Bishop's Stortford: 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 โ€” 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: 19 September 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes โ€” 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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