Leganes vs Mérida AD Predictions

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Leganes

Leganes

AI Predicted Score

1 - 0

Mérida AD

Mérida AD

🗓️ Friday, 7 Aug 2026 at 17:00 UTC

Win Probability (1X2)

Leganes 47%Draw 36%Mérida AD 17%

Best Value Pick

BTTS: No

Leganes vs Mérida AD: Match Preview

Leganes enter this friendly off the back of two straight defeats, but their overall record across six summer matches (one win, two draws, three losses) is underpinned by defensive discipline—three clean sheets and only 1.17 goals conceded per game. Mérida AD, meanwhile, have lost both of their friendlies so far, shipping six goals without reply, and their last five matches (including the tail end of their competitive season) show a blunt attack with three blanks.

The statistical shape of this fixture points to a low goal environment. Leganes have averaged just 0.67 goals scored per game in pre-season, while Mérida AD are yet to score in friendlies and have conceded at a rate of 3.0 per game. Both sides have failed to score in three of their last five, and only one of Leganes' last five saw both teams score. Clean sheets and under 2.5 goals have been frequent outcomes, with Leganes' 50% clean sheet rate and Mérida AD's 0% clean sheet rate in friendlies highlighting the contrast.

Given these figures, the model expects a cautious contest with Leganes' defensive structure likely to be the decisive factor. The most probable scenario is a narrow home win, with a 1-0 scoreline leading the distribution. The lack of attacking output from both teams, especially Mérida AD, makes a goalless draw or a 2-0 home win plausible alternatives, but the underlying rates strongly favour a low-scoring outcome.

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Leganes1.15

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Mérida AD0.60

Expected goals · model says 0.60

Win Probability
Leganes 49% Draw 32% Mérida AD 19%

Over 2.5 Goals

26%

BTTS: Yes

31%

Likely Scores

1-0 · 0-0 · 1-1

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Leganes vs Mérida AD Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
47%
36%
17%
Leganes 47%Draw 36%Mérida AD 17%
Both Teams to Score
18%
82%
Yes 18%No 82%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
29%
71%
Over 2.5 29%Under 2.5 71%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Leganes vs Mérida AD that most previews miss.

  • 1Leganes have kept clean sheets in 50% of their pre-season matches, conceding just once in three of their last five.
  • 2Mérida AD have failed to score in three of their last five matches and have conceded four or more in two of their last three.
  • 3Only one of Leganes' last five matches featured both teams scoring, and three ended with under 1.5 goals.

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The Case For This Leganes vs Mérida AD Prediction

Statistically, this is a low-scoring friendly between two sides struggling for attacking fluency, with Leganes' defensive solidity the standout feature. The most likely outcome is a narrow home win, with a strong chance of a clean sheet.

Key Factors at a Glance

Attack

  • →Both teams average just 0.6 goals scored per game across their last five matches.

Defence

  • →Leganes have kept three clean sheets in their last five matches.
  • →Mérida AD have failed to score in three of their last five, conceding six in their last two.

How Leganes and Mérida AD Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Leganes vs Mérida AD Goalscorer Form

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

LeganesLeganeslast 5 matches
Sule
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Z. Buurmeester
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

I. Gharbi
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

G. Aguilar Lopez
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

N. Garcia
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

A. Millan
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Mérida ADMérida ADlast 5 matches
S. Hallsson
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

B. Dibrani
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Leganes' recent form is mixed, with a 'LLWDD' string in their last five, but their defensive record stands out—three clean sheets and just one match with more than one goal conceded. Mérida AD, by contrast, have lost both friendlies heavily and have not scored in either, continuing a pattern of attacking struggles from the end of last season.

Leganes vs Mérida AD — Last 8 Matches

LeganesLeganesLast 8 results
W3-0
W2-1
L0-1
L1-4
W2-0
D0-0
D0-0
L1-2
Wvs Mérida AD3-0
Wvs Al-Rayyan SC2-1
L@ Swansea0-1
L@ Real Madrid1-4
W@ Penafiel2-0
D@ Nacional0-0
Dvs Albacete0-0
L@ Levante1-2

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
  • +50% clean sheet rate this season
Mérida ADMérida ADLast 3 results
L0-3
L0-2
L0-4
L@ Leganes0-3
Lvs Al-Nassr0-2
L@ Benfica B0-4

Strengths

  • +Over 2.5 goals in 66.67% of games this season

Concerns

  • −Inconsistent — 3+ losses in last 5
  • −Struggling to score — 0.6 goals/game
  • −Leaky defence — 2.2 conceded/game

What History Says: Leganes vs Mérida AD

There is no head-to-head data available for this fixture, so no historical trends can be drawn between these sides.

Leganes vs Mérida AD Head-to-Head History

Last 1 meeting between these sides

1

Leganes wins

0

Draws

0

Mérida AD wins

100%0% draws0%
7 Aug 26Leganes vs Mérida AD3-0

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Leganes vs Mérida AD

With no bookmaker odds available, model-based value assessment is limited. However, the strongest statistical edge is on 'both teams to score: no' and 'under 2.5 goals', given the low attacking output and high clean sheet rates in recent matches.

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

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Leganes Win2.1047.0%-0.6%
Drawvalue3.1036.0%+3.7%
Mérida AD Win3.1017.0%-15.3%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.8029.0%-26.6%
Under 2.5value2.0071.0%+21.0%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes—18.0%—
No—82.0%—

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 3.10EV +0.116
Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5 @ 2.00EV +0.420

EV per £1 staked. Positive EV means this bet has mathematical edge over the long run. Past model accuracy is tracked on our predictions tracker.

Edge and EV are derived from model probabilities only and do not constitute financial advice. Odds fluctuate — always verify current prices with your bookmaker.

Things to Watch: Leganes vs Mérida AD

  • ⚠️No head-to-head or league standing data is available for further context.
  • ⚠️Friendlies can feature experimental lineups and variable motivation, increasing unpredictability.
  • ⚠️No bookmaker odds are available, so value assessment is limited.

This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Betting involves risk — always gamble responsibly.

Final Verdict

Leganes 1–0 Mérida AD

The model projects a 1-0 win for Leganes, with the home side's 50% clean sheet rate and Mérida AD's attacking struggles the strongest statistical signal. The main risk lies in the unpredictability of friendly lineups and the possibility of a goalless draw if Leganes' attack continues to misfire.

Leganes vs Mérida AD: Common Questions

Who will win Leganes vs Mérida AD?

Leganes are favoured with a 47% probability of victory, while Mérida AD's chance is estimated at just 17%. The most likely outcome is a narrow home win, reflecting Leganes' superior defensive record.

Will both teams score in Leganes vs Mérida AD?

The probability of both teams scoring is just 18%, with both sides having failed to score in three of their last five matches. Leganes have kept three clean sheets in that span, while Mérida AD have not scored in either of their two friendlies.

How many goals are expected in Leganes vs Mérida AD?

Under 2.5 goals is rated at 71% probability, with both teams combining for just 1.2 goals scored per game over their last five. A low-scoring match is strongly indicated by the data.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Leganes vs Mérida AD: 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: 3 August 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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