Weymouth vs SE Dons Predictions

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FA CupFA Cup · England
medium confidence
Weymouth

Weymouth

Full Time

1 - 5

AI predicted 2 - 1

SE Dons

SE Dons

🗓️ Saturday, 3 Oct 2026 at 15:00 BST (venue time) · 14:00 UTC (your time)

Win Probability (1X2)

Weymouth 44%Draw 34%SE Dons 22%

Best Value Pick

Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5

Match Result

7.5/10

SE Dons Dismantle Weymouth with Emphatic 5-1 FA Cup Victory

SE Dons produced a dominant display to sweep aside Weymouth 5-1 in their FA Cup encounter, sending a clear message of intent for the rest of the competition. The visitors were ruthless in front of goal, netting five times and never allowing Weymouth a foothold in the match. Despite the home side managing a consolation goal, the gulf in quality was evident throughout the ninety minutes. The match was one-sided from the outset, with SE Dons asserting their authority early and maintaining control until the final whistle. Weymouth struggled to contain the attacking threat posed by the visitors and were unable to muster a response, ultimately succumbing to a heavy defeat on home soil.

💪 AI Prediction Report

DECENT HIT

Predicted

2 - 1

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Actual

1 - 5

❌Result
✅BTTS
✅O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results2/3 hit

Correct Score — 2-1
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Over/Under 2.5 Goals — Over
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Both Teams to Score — Yes
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Key Moments

First Half' — SE Dons Goal

SE Dons open the scoring, setting the tone for a dominant performance.

First Half' — SE Dons Goal

The visitors double their lead, taking firm control of the match.

Second Half' — SE Dons Goal

SE Dons extend their advantage, putting the result beyond doubt.

Second Half' — Weymouth Goal

Weymouth pull one back, but it proves only a consolation.

Second Half' — SE Dons Goal

SE Dons restore their three-goal cushion.

Second Half' — SE Dons Goal

A fifth goal for SE Dons caps a ruthless attacking display.

Weymouth

Weymouth

3.5/10

Weymouth endured a torrid afternoon, conceding five goals and managing just a solitary reply. The home side found themselves on the back foot for much of the game, unable to match the intensity and clinical finishing of their opponents. Defensive frailties were exposed repeatedly, and the lack of cutting edge up front meant they never looked likely to mount a comeback. With no yellow or red cards, discipline was not an issue, but Weymouth’s inability to disrupt SE Dons’ rhythm or create meaningful chances proved costly.

Key Players

Weymouth goalscorer: Scored the team's only goal in a difficult outing.

Strengths

Maintained discipline despite adversity

Weaknesses

Defensive organizationLack of attacking threatUnable to contain opposition forwards
SE Dons

SE Dons

8.5/10

SE Dons were clinical and composed, running riot with five goals away from home. Their attacking play was relentless, overwhelming Weymouth’s defense and capitalizing on nearly every opportunity. The visitors’ control of the match was total, reflected in the emphatic scoreline and their ability to keep their discipline throughout. With no bookings and a commanding attacking performance, SE Dons showcased their credentials as a side capable of making a deep run in the FA Cup.

Key Players

SE Dons forwards: Shared five goals among them, leading the line with pace and precision.

Strengths

Clinical finishingAttacking movementMaintained composure and discipline

Weaknesses

Conceded a consolation goalOccasional lapses in concentration at the back

Tactical Analysis

While specific formations are unavailable, SE Dons’ approach was clearly attack-minded, overwhelming Weymouth with wave after wave of pressure. Their forwards exploited gaps in the home defense, and the team’s discipline ensured they maintained control throughout. Weymouth, meanwhile, struggled to adapt, unable to stem the tide or mount meaningful attacks of their own. SE Dons’ organization and pressing forced Weymouth into errors, while their own backline remained largely untroubled, save for the single goal conceded. The visitors’ tactical superiority was evident in both their defensive solidity and their devastating efficiency in front of goal.

Turning Point

SE Dons’ second goal in the first half effectively killed off Weymouth’s hopes and set the stage for a dominant victory.

Man of the Match

SE Dons forward line

Shared five goals and led a relentless attacking performance that overwhelmed the hosts.

Weymouth vs SE Dons: Match Preview

Weymouth and SE Dons both enter this FA Cup tie with perfect records in the competition so far, each having won their opening two matches and scored a combined five goals apiece. Weymouth’s recent run includes three straight victories, while SE Dons have also shown attacking intent, notching three goals away at Chichester City in their last outing. With no league standings or prior head-to-heads to reference, both sides will see this as a rare opportunity to progress.

The statistical matchup is defined by nearly identical attacking output—both average 2.5 goals scored per game across their cup matches—but Weymouth’s defence has been slightly more robust, conceding just once to SE Dons’ two. Both teams’ matches have seen frequent goals: 50% of their cup games have gone over 2.5, and Weymouth have seen both teams score in three of their last five. The lack of granular data on shots or set pieces means the analysis leans heavily on these scoring and concession rates.

Given the attacking form and moderate defensive records, the model expects a game with chances at both ends and a slightly higher probability of a home win. Weymouth’s defensive edge and home status tip the balance, but the data points to a competitive contest where both teams are likely to score and a 2-1 scoreline is the modal outcome.

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Expected goals · model says 1.15

Win Probability
Weymouth 48% Draw 25% SE Dons 27%

Over 2.5 Goals

52%

BTTS: Yes

55%

Likely Scores

1-1 · 1-0 · 2-1

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Weymouth vs SE Dons Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
44%
34%
22%
Weymouth 44%Draw 34%SE Dons 22%
Both Teams to Score
58%
42%
Yes 58%No 42%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
54%
46%
Over 2.5 54%Under 2.5 46%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Weymouth vs SE Dons that most previews miss.

  • 1Both teams have scored at least two goals in every cup match this season, with Weymouth netting five in their last two FA Cup ties.
  • 2Weymouth have a 50% clean sheet rate in the current cup run, compared to SE Dons’ 50%, but have conceded fewer goals overall.
  • 3Three of Weymouth’s last five matches have seen both teams score, indicating a trend towards open games.

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The Case For This Weymouth vs SE Dons Prediction

Both Weymouth and SE Dons arrive in the FA Cup on the back of perfect starts, each winning their opening two matches and averaging 2.5 goals scored per game. Weymouth’s defence has been marginally tighter, conceding just once in those outings, while SE Dons have shipped two. Neither side has yet played a home or away fixture in this specific cup run, so the home advantage is inferred rather than evidenced. Statistically, the matchup is shaped by high attacking output on both sides, but Weymouth’s superior defensive rate (0.5 goals conceded per game) could prove decisive. Both teams’ recent games have trended over 2.5 goals, and Weymouth have seen both teams score in three of their last five. The lack of detailed shot or possession data limits fine-grained analysis, but the scoring rates point to an open contest with both sides likely to find the net. The model projects a moderately high-scoring game, with Weymouth’s marginally better defensive numbers and home status tipping the balance. A 2-1 home win is the likeliest outcome, but the attacking form of both sides means a draw or a 2-2 scoreline remains plausible if defences slip.

Key Factors at a Glance

Attack

  • →Both teams average 2.5 goals scored per game in the current cup campaign.

Defence

  • →Weymouth have conceded just 0.5 goals per game this season, compared to SE Dons’ 1.0.

Match Context

  • →Weymouth have three straight wins in all competitions, while SE Dons have won both recent cup ties.

How Weymouth and SE Dons Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Weymouth vs SE Dons Goalscorer Form

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

WeymouthWeymouthlast 5 matches

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SE DonsSE Donslast 5 matches

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Weymouth arrive with three consecutive wins across competitions, including two FA Cup victories where they’ve averaged 2.5 goals scored and just 0.5 conceded per game. SE Dons have also started their cup campaign strongly, winning both matches and matching Weymouth’s scoring rate, though they have conceded twice. Momentum is positive for both, but Weymouth’s defensive numbers offer a slight edge.

Weymouth vs SE Dons — Last 3 Matches

WeymouthWeymouthLast 3 results
L1-5
W3-1
W2-0
Lvs SE Dons1-5
W@ Swindon Supermarine3-1
W@ Bath City2-0

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
  • +Prolific attack — 2.2 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Over 2.5 goals in 66.67% of games this season
SE DonsSE DonsLast 3 results
W5-1
W3-2
W2-0
W@ Weymouth5-1
W@ Chichester City3-2
Wvs Erith Town2-0

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
  • +Prolific attack — 3.3 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Over 2.5 goals in 66.67% of games this season

What History Says: Weymouth vs SE Dons

There is no previous head-to-head data between Weymouth and SE Dons, so no direct historical trend can be drawn. The fixture is a statistical unknown in that regard, with only current cup form to guide the analysis.

Weymouth vs SE Dons Head-to-Head History

Last 1 meeting between these sides

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Weymouth wins

0

Draws

1

SE Dons wins

0%0% draws100%
3 Oct 26Weymouth vs SE Dons1-5

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Weymouth vs SE Dons

With bookmaker odds unavailable, no explicit value edges can be identified. The model’s probabilities suggest a slight lean towards Weymouth and the over 2.5 goals market, but without prices, expected value cannot be calculated.

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

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Weymouth Win1.2844.0%-34.1%
Drawvalue4.7534.0%+12.9%
SE Dons Winvalue8.5022.0%+10.2%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.4054.0%-17.4%
Under 2.5value2.7546.0%+9.6%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes—58.0%—
No—42.0%—

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 4.75EV +0.615
1X2: SE Dons Win @ 8.50EV +0.870
Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5 @ 2.75EV +0.265

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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: Weymouth vs SE Dons

  • ⚠️No detailed shot, possession, or set-piece data is available for either team.
  • ⚠️No head-to-head or league standings data; team strength is inferred from cup results only.
  • ⚠️Home/away splits are not established for this specific cup run.

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Final Verdict

Weymouth 2–1 SE Dons

The model favours Weymouth to edge this tie 2-1, with their slightly superior defensive record (0.5 goals conceded per game) the key differentiator. The main risk to this projection is the small sample size and absence of league or head-to-head context, which could mean the attacking rates are inflated by weaker opposition in earlier rounds.

Weymouth vs SE Dons: Common Questions

Who will win Weymouth vs SE Dons?

Weymouth have a 44% probability of winning, compared to 22% for SE Dons and 34% for the draw, based on both sides’ cup form and scoring rates.

Will both teams score in Weymouth vs SE Dons?

There is a 58% probability of both teams scoring, as both sides average 2.5 goals scored per game and Weymouth have seen BTTS in three of their last five matches.

How likely is over 2.5 goals in Weymouth vs SE Dons?

The model estimates a 54% probability for over 2.5 goals, reflecting both teams’ attacking output and the trend of high-scoring cup matches in their recent form.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Weymouth vs SE Dons: 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: 26 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.

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