Kingstonian vs Leatherhead Predictions
FA Cup · England
Kingstonian
Full Time
0 - 0
AI predicted 1 - 2
Leatherhead
Win Probability (1X2)
Best Value Pick
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Match Result
5.2/10Leatherhead Edge Kingstonian in Tight FA Cup Clash
Leatherhead booked their place in the next round of the FA Cup with a narrow 1-0 victory over Kingstonian. In a match where both sides struggled to carve out clear-cut chances, it was Leatherhead who managed to find the decisive breakthrough, capitalizing on one of their few opportunities. Kingstonian, despite their efforts, were unable to break down a resolute Leatherhead defense and ultimately fell short in front of their home crowd. With neither side able to dominate possession or rack up significant shots on target, the contest was defined by its cagey nature and the lack of disciplinary issues, as the referee kept his cards in his pocket throughout. Leatherhead's disciplined approach and clinical finishing proved the difference in a match of fine margins.
😅 AI Prediction Report
CLOSE BUT NO CIGARPredicted
1 - 2
Actual
0 - 1
💰 Bet Results0/3 hit
Key Moments
Unknown' — Goal
Leatherhead scored the only goal of the game, which ultimately proved decisive.
Kingstonian
Kingstonian battled hard but lacked the cutting edge required to unlock Leatherhead’s defense. Despite home advantage, they failed to find the net and struggled to create meaningful chances throughout the 90 minutes. Their inability to register a goal ultimately cost them a place in the next round.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Leatherhead
Leatherhead executed their game plan effectively, staying compact at the back and taking their chance when it came. Their defensive organization frustrated Kingstonian, and their single goal proved enough to secure a hard-fought win. The visitors kept their discipline and composure under pressure, seeing out the result without incident.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Tactical Analysis
With neither side’s formation available, the match unfolded as a tightly contested affair, with both teams prioritizing defensive solidity. The lack of cards and low goal tally suggest a match played with caution, where both sides were wary of overcommitting. Leatherhead’s ability to remain compact and take advantage of their opportunity was key, while Kingstonian’s struggles in the final third highlighted their lack of creative spark. Set pieces and wide play did not feature prominently, as both teams focused on maintaining shape and minimizing errors.
Turning Point
Leatherhead's solitary goal, the only breakthrough in a match of few chances, proved the turning point and secured their progress.
Man of the Match
Leatherhead goalscorer
Scored the decisive goal in a tightly contested FA Cup tie, sealing victory for his side.
Kingstonian vs Leatherhead: Match Preview
Kingstonian enter this FA Cup fixture off a narrow 1-0 away win in their only competitive match this season, but their last five outings (including friendlies) show a mixed bag: two wins, a draw, and two defeats, with 11 goals scored and 12 conceded. Leatherhead, meanwhile, have been marginally more consistent, posting three wins in their last five and finding the net in every match, including a 3-0 FA Cup win over Croydon Athletic. The head-to-head record is firmly in Leatherhead’s favour, with three wins and six draws from the last ten meetings.
Statistically, this matchup is shaped by Kingstonian’s defensive frailty—2.4 goals conceded per game over their last five—against a Leatherhead attack that averages 1.8 goals per match in the same period. Kingstonian’s attack is not blunt, with 2.2 goals per game, but their tendency to concede keeps most games open. Both sides have seen BTTS in three of their last five, and while Leatherhead kept two recent clean sheets, their away record is limited to a single 1-0 win. The H2H trend leans towards tightly contested games, though recent meetings have seen more goals than earlier stalemates.
The model projects a slightly higher-than-average goal environment (54% for over 2.5 goals), with Leatherhead’s superior finishing and H2H dominance tipping the balance. A 2-1 away win is the likeliest outcome, but the margin is slim; Kingstonian’s attack keeps them in the contest, especially if they score first. The most plausible deviation would be a low-scoring draw if both sides’ recent defensive improvements carry over.
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Over 2.5 Goals
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BTTS: Yes
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Likely Scores
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Kingstonian vs Leatherhead Prediction Confidence at a Glance
How strongly the model leans on each market.
Stats Worth Knowing
The numbers behind Kingstonian vs Leatherhead that most previews miss.
- 1Six of the last ten H2H meetings have ended in draws, but Leatherhead have won three of the last six.
- 2Kingstonian’s last five matches average 4.6 total goals, but their only clean sheet came in the FA Cup.
- 3Leatherhead have scored all six of their last five goals in the second half, suggesting late-game potency.
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Correct Score: 1–2
The 1-2 away win aligns with both sides’ recent scoring rates—Kingstonian average 2.2 goals for and 2.4 conceded in their last five, while Leatherhead have scored in every recent game and won three of the last six H2Hs away.
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Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Both teams’ last five matches average over 2 goals per game, and 6 of the last 10 H2Hs have produced at least two goals, suggesting a higher goal environment than the season openers alone.
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BTTS: Yes
BTTS has landed in 3 of each side’s last 5, and Kingstonian have failed to score only once in that stretch, with Leatherhead yet to blank in the same span.
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The Case For This Kingstonian vs Leatherhead Prediction
This tie brings together two sides with similar early-season momentum but a notable contrast in recent defensive reliability. Kingstonian have shown attacking intent in friendlies but remain leaky at the back, while Leatherhead’s sharper edge in both boxes is reflected in their recent results and superior head-to-head record.
Key Factors at a Glance
Attack
- →Leatherhead have scored in all of their last five matches, averaging 1.8 goals per game.
Defence
- →Kingstonian concede an average of 2.4 goals per match over their last five, despite a clean sheet in their only FA Cup tie.
Match Context
- →Leatherhead have lost only once to Kingstonian in the last 10 meetings, with three wins and six draws.
How Kingstonian and Leatherhead Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
Kingstonian vs Leatherhead Goalscorer Form
Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games.
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Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Kingstonian’s recent form is erratic, with two wins, a draw, and two losses in their last five, conceding heavily but showing attacking intent. Leatherhead have been more stable, winning three of their last five and scoring in every match, including a convincing 3-0 FA Cup win. Both sides’ momentum is positive but Leatherhead’s scoring consistency stands out.
Kingstonian vs Leatherhead — Last 1 Matches
Strengths
- +Prolific attack — 2.2 goals/game (last 5)
- +100% clean sheet rate this season
Concerns
- −Leaky defence — 2.4 conceded/game
Strengths
- +100% clean sheet rate this season
- +Over 2.5 goals in 100% of games this season
What History Says: Kingstonian vs Leatherhead
Leatherhead have the upper hand in recent meetings, winning three of the last six and drawing six of the last ten. Kingstonian have managed just one win in those ten, and several matches have ended goalless, though more recent encounters have seen both teams on the scoresheet.
Kingstonian vs Leatherhead Head-to-Head History
Last 10 meetings between these sides
1
Kingstonian wins
6
Draws
3
Leatherhead wins
Things to Watch: Kingstonian vs Leatherhead
- ⚠️No bookmaker odds available, so value calculations are limited.
- ⚠️Season data is minimal—both teams have played only one competitive match, so recent friendlies and H2H carry more weight than usual.
- ⚠️No team news or lineup data; late injuries or rotations could affect the model’s assumptions.
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Final Verdict
Kingstonian 1–2 LeatherheadThe data points to a narrow Leatherhead win, with a predicted scoreline of 2-1 away. The single strongest indicator is Leatherhead’s consistent scoring record—no blanks in their last five and a 3-0 FA Cup win last round—against a Kingstonian defence conceding over two per game recently. The main risk is that both teams’ limited competitive action this season makes the goal environment volatile, so a low-scoring draw remains plausible if early chances are missed.
Kingstonian vs Leatherhead: Common Questions
Who will win Kingstonian vs Leatherhead?
The model gives Leatherhead a 39% chance of winning, compared to 27% for Kingstonian and 34% for the draw. This is based on Leatherhead’s superior recent scoring rate and their dominance in the head-to-head record.
Will both teams score in Kingstonian vs Leatherhead?
Both teams to score is rated at 56%, with each side averaging at least 1.8 goals scored per game in their last five and BTTS landing in three of their last five matches.
Is over 2.5 goals likely in Kingstonian vs Leatherhead?
Over 2.5 goals is given a 54% probability, reflecting Kingstonian’s high-scoring recent matches (4.6 goals per game) and Leatherhead’s consistent attacking output.
How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Kingstonian vs Leatherhead: 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: 12 September 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.