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Today's Tips Ranked

Sat 18 Jul 2026 • by win probability

Solid Pick
Shelbourne W vs Cork City W
1 Ireland National League Women @1.15 4:00 pm
60%
prob
Solid Pick
Kauno Zalgiris vs FA Siauliai
1 Lithuania Toplyga @1.21 5:00 pm
50%
prob
Solid Pick
Cavalry vs HFX Wanderers
1 Canadian Premier League @1.38 8:00 pm
50%
prob
Solid Pick
FK Minija vs Jonava
1 Lithuania 1 Lyga @1.23 4:00 pm
50%
prob
Speculative
FC Slonim vs Isloch
2 Belarusian Cup @1.19 2:30 pm
20%
prob
Speculative
Marupe vs Metta
2 Latvia Nakotnes liga @1.22 1:00 pm
20%
prob
Speculative
Uni X Labs vs Baranovici
2 Belarusian Cup @1.36 5:30 pm
20%
prob

Tip Explainers

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Shelbourne W vs Cork City W 1
Our model assigns a win probability of 60% to this outcome. Historically, 1 tips have settled at 77.8% over the last 90 days (311 tips graded). This pick is priced at approximately @1.15. These factors together support the recommendation.
77.8% on 1 60% probability
Over the last 90 days, 1 tips have returned 242 wins from 311 settled tips (77.8%). This is above our site-wide average of 74.4%, indicating this market performs particularly well in our analysis.
Key team news is the most likely disruptor: confirmed absences of first-choice players, particularly the goalkeeper or main striker, can shift the probability significantly. Late lineup changes, pitch conditions, or updated injury reports published closer to kickoff should be checked before placing any bet. Odds movement at the bookmaker after publication may also signal late information entering the market.
Kauno Zalgiris vs FA Siauliai 1
Our model assigns a win probability of 50% to this outcome. Historically, 1 tips have settled at 77.8% over the last 90 days (311 tips graded). In Lithuania Toplyga, our record stands at 60% over the same period. This pick is priced at approximately @1.21. These factors together support the recommendation.
77.8% on 1 50% probability 60% in Lithuania Toplyga
Over the last 90 days, 1 tips have returned 242 wins from 311 settled tips (77.8%). This is above our site-wide average of 74.4%, indicating this market performs particularly well in our analysis.
Key team news is the most likely disruptor: confirmed absences of first-choice players, particularly the goalkeeper or main striker, can shift the probability significantly. Late lineup changes, pitch conditions, or updated injury reports published closer to kickoff should be checked before placing any bet. Odds movement at the bookmaker after publication may also signal late information entering the market.
Cavalry vs HFX Wanderers 1
Our model assigns a win probability of 50% to this outcome. Historically, 1 tips have settled at 77.8% over the last 90 days (311 tips graded). This pick is priced at approximately @1.38. These factors together support the recommendation.
77.8% on 1 50% probability
Over the last 90 days, 1 tips have returned 242 wins from 311 settled tips (77.8%). This is above our site-wide average of 74.4%, indicating this market performs particularly well in our analysis.
Key team news is the most likely disruptor: confirmed absences of first-choice players, particularly the goalkeeper or main striker, can shift the probability significantly. Late lineup changes, pitch conditions, or updated injury reports published closer to kickoff should be checked before placing any bet. Odds movement at the bookmaker after publication may also signal late information entering the market.
FK Minija vs Jonava 1
Our model assigns a win probability of 50% to this outcome. Historically, 1 tips have settled at 77.8% over the last 90 days (311 tips graded). In Lithuania 1 Lyga, our record stands at 83.3% over the same period. This pick is priced at approximately @1.23. These factors together support the recommendation.
77.8% on 1 50% probability 83.3% in Lithuania 1 Lyga
Over the last 90 days, 1 tips have returned 242 wins from 311 settled tips (77.8%). This is above our site-wide average of 74.4%, indicating this market performs particularly well in our analysis.
Key team news is the most likely disruptor: confirmed absences of first-choice players, particularly the goalkeeper or main striker, can shift the probability significantly. Late lineup changes, pitch conditions, or updated injury reports published closer to kickoff should be checked before placing any bet. Odds movement at the bookmaker after publication may also signal late information entering the market.
FC Slonim vs Isloch 2
Our model assigns a win probability of 20% to this outcome. Historically, 2 tips have settled at 84.5% over the last 90 days (71 tips graded). This pick is priced at approximately @1.19. These factors together support the recommendation.
84.5% on 2 20% probability
Over the last 90 days, 2 tips have returned 60 wins from 71 settled tips (84.5%). This is above our site-wide average of 74.4%, indicating this market performs particularly well in our analysis.
Key team news is the most likely disruptor: confirmed absences of first-choice players, particularly the goalkeeper or main striker, can shift the probability significantly. Late lineup changes, pitch conditions, or updated injury reports published closer to kickoff should be checked before placing any bet. Odds movement at the bookmaker after publication may also signal late information entering the market.
Marupe vs Metta 2
Our model assigns a win probability of 20% to this outcome. Historically, 2 tips have settled at 84.5% over the last 90 days (71 tips graded). This pick is priced at approximately @1.22. These factors together support the recommendation.
84.5% on 2 20% probability
Over the last 90 days, 2 tips have returned 60 wins from 71 settled tips (84.5%). This is above our site-wide average of 74.4%, indicating this market performs particularly well in our analysis.
Key team news is the most likely disruptor: confirmed absences of first-choice players, particularly the goalkeeper or main striker, can shift the probability significantly. Late lineup changes, pitch conditions, or updated injury reports published closer to kickoff should be checked before placing any bet. Odds movement at the bookmaker after publication may also signal late information entering the market.
Uni X Labs vs Baranovici 2
Our model assigns a win probability of 20% to this outcome. Historically, 2 tips have settled at 84.5% over the last 90 days (71 tips graded). This pick is priced at approximately @1.36. These factors together support the recommendation.
84.5% on 2 20% probability
Over the last 90 days, 2 tips have returned 60 wins from 71 settled tips (84.5%). This is above our site-wide average of 74.4%, indicating this market performs particularly well in our analysis.
Key team news is the most likely disruptor: confirmed absences of first-choice players, particularly the goalkeeper or main striker, can shift the probability significantly. Late lineup changes, pitch conditions, or updated injury reports published closer to kickoff should be checked before placing any bet. Odds movement at the bookmaker after publication may also signal late information entering the market.

Market Consistency Tracker

Rolling 30-day windows over 90 days • steadiest markets first

A high win rate is only part of the picture. This tracker shows whether each market delivers consistently or in streaks.

Over 1.5 avg 74.1% • range ±2.9%
Steady
70.8%
0-30d
76.5%
30-60d
75%
60-90d

Win rate has been consistent across all three rolling windows. Reliable market for planning.

1 avg 78.3% • range ±3.1%
Steady
76.5%
0-30d
82.2%
30-60d
76.1%
60-90d

Win rate has been consistent across all three rolling windows. Reliable market for planning.

1X avg 64.2% • range ±7.2%
Variable
58.3%
0-30d
72.7%
30-60d
61.5%
60-90d

Some variation across rolling windows. Performance is directional but not uniform.

2 avg 82.9% • range ±8.7%
Variable
75%
0-30d
92.3%
30-60d
81.5%
60-90d

Some variation across rolling windows. Performance is directional but not uniform.

Over 2.5 avg 68% • range ±12.2%
Variable
80.8%
0-30d
56.5%
30-60d
66.7%
60-90d

Some variation across rolling windows. Performance is directional but not uniform.

X2 avg 83.4% • range ±16.7%
Volatile
0-30d
66.7%
30-60d
100%
60-90d

Wide spread across rolling windows. Strong runs followed by weaker periods. Streak-dependent.

Steady = <=12pp spread. Variable = 13-25pp. Volatile = >25pp. Min. 5 tips per window.


Latest Winnings

16/07/26 Conference League Qualifier
Levadia vs Caernarfon
1
@1.16
5-0
16/07/26 Brasileiro U20
Palmeiras U20 vs Corinthians U20
1
@1.34
3-1
16/07/26 Conference League Qualifier
RFS vs Glentoran
1
@1.41
2-0
16/07/26 Europa League Qualifier
Ferencvaros vs Vojvodina
1
@1.43
3-0
16/07/26 Europa League Qualifier
Derry City vs CSKA Sofia
Over 1.5
@1.20
1-2
16/07/26 Conference League Qualifier
Pyunik Yerevan vs Marsaxlokk
1
@1.20
1-0
16/07/26 Europa League Qualifier
Vestri vs Qarabag
Over 2.5
@1.41
0-3
16/07/26 Conference League Qualifier
Shkendija vs Europa FC
1
@1.22
1-0
15/07/26 Brazil Catarinense U20
Criciuma U20 vs Concordia U20
1
@1.35
1-0
15/07/26 Iceland Besta deild Women
Breidablik W vs Vikingur Reykjavik W
1
@1.21
4-1

How We Pick Every Market

DirectWinPredict covers eight distinct markets. Here is the exact process behind how each fixture is evaluated across all of them.

1
Direct Result Focus
We start with the most fundamental question: who actually wins this match? Every other market is built outward from that core analysis.
2
Goal Threshold Mapping
Each team's scoring and conceding pattern is mapped against Over 1.5, 2.5, and 3.5 thresholds separately, since these behave very differently match to match.
3
Double Chance Logic
Where outright result confidence is moderate but not high, we assess whether a Double Chance angle offers a safer, still-valuable alternative.
4
BTTS Pattern Check
Both Teams To Score is evaluated independently of the match outcome prediction, since a one-sided win does not always mean only one team scores.
5
Draw Probability Scan
Draws are notoriously underpriced by casual bettors. We specifically flag fixtures where historical draw frequency exceeds the market's implied probability.
6
Final Market Selection
Only after all markets are individually scored do we select the strongest one to publish as the headline tip for that fixture.
No prediction is guaranteed across any market. All tips are based on statistical analysis. Please gamble responsibly.

Performance by Tip Type

Over 2.5 80.8%
21W / 5L · ROI +12.3%
1 76.5%
62W / 19L · ROI -2%
2 75%
15W / 5L · ROI -1.7%
Over 1.5 70.8%
17W / 7L · ROI -14.3%
1X 58.3%
7W / 5L · ROI -32.9%

Market Comparison Matrix — Last 30 Days

Win rate across every market we cover. Use this to see where our analysis is strongest right now.

Home Win
74%
86W / 31L
Draw
54%
7W / 6L
Away Win
77%
36W / 11L
Double Chance
58%
7W / 5L
Over 1.5
71%
17W / 7L
Over 2.5
81%
21W / 5L
Over 3.5
No data yet
BTTS
No data yet

74%
30-Day Win Rate
89.3%
7-Day
122
Won
@1.29
Odds
-4%
ROI
164
Tips
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