Football Predictions of Today, December 31
Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Predictions
Both Equatorial Guinea and Algeria head into this final Group E clash with different motivations. As Algeria have little to play for in Wednesday's encounte, we predict a 1-1 draw. Los Diablos Rojos have struggled in the tournament, suffering consecutive defeats to Burkina Faso and Sudan, and will be looking to salvage some pride. They score an average of 1.0 goals per game,... Read More...
This match will be played on 31 December 2025 at 16:00
This last-round Group E encounter has both sides targeting at least a point to progress to the knockout stages. As both sides are likely to adopt a cautious approach, we predict a 1-1 draw at Stade Mohamed V. Sudan have struggled to find the net in this tournament, scoring just 0.4 goals per game while conceding 1.2. Both Abuaagla and Eisa are major doubts, which could furth... Read More...
This match will be played on 31 December 2025 at 16:00
As Ivory Coast aim to clinch top position in Group F, we predict that they will record a 2-0 win over Gabon, who have been struggling at the 2025 AFCOn. The Panthers have had a troubled tournament, suffering defensive lapses and failing to secure any points so far, including a 3-2 loss to Mozambique. There are no fresh injury concerns, but their defensive frailties remain a ... Read More...
This match will be played on 31 December 2025 at 19:00
Mozambique aim to build on their narrow 3-2 win in the previous round, but they have struggled defensively throughout the tournament, conceding an average of 1.7 goals per game. Therefore, we predict a 1-0 away win. There are no fresh injury worries for the nominal hosts ahead of the last group game.
Cameroon, on the other hand, are brimming with confidence after a so... Read More...
This match will be played on 31 December 2025 at 19:00
Football Predictions of Thursday, January 01
Premier League Predictions
A London derby always brings extra intensity, and Crystal Palace enter this one hoping to end their poor home run after taking just 0.25 PPG at Selhurst Park this season. Anyhow, we predict a 1-1 draw as the two teams seem to be evenly matched. The Eagles average only 0.75 goals per home match and have failed to win in four straight, while conceding 2.00 on average. Their ov... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 17:30
After surviving Wolverhampton (2-1) at the weekend, Liverpool aim to keep their Premier League title hopes alive and we predict that they will do so with a 3-1 win over Leeds United, that struggle on the travels. The Reds are now on a four-game winning run in all competitions, with 2.24 expected goals at home. The fact that Dominik Szoboszlai is back from suspension goes in ... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 17:30
A London derby under the lights promises intensity, and Brentford head into this clash on a high after their dominant 4-1 victory over Bournemouth. As important first-team regulars are back for Tottenham, a 2-2 draw is on the cards. The Bees have been excellent at home this season with 2.50 points per game and a 75% win rate, scoring an impressive 2.75 goals per match at the... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 20:00
Sunderland are eager to claim a major scalp in the Premier League round 19, but given the number of absentees in the home team, we predict that Man City will emerge triumphant (3-0) in the first game of the year. The Black Cats are enjoying a very successful Premier League campaign, with the team sitting in seventh place in the standings. However, home win should not be cons... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 20:00
Championship Predictions
Wrexham are brimming with confidence following back-to-back home wins over Sheffield United and Wrexham, but given their difficulties on the road, our prediction points toward a 1-1 draw. The Riversiders head into this clash after a goalless draw with Sheffield Wednesday, showing defensive stability but once again lacking in the final third. There are no fresh injury worries... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 12:30
Bristol City are eager to bounce back from a 2-1 loss to Millwall and given Portsmouth's struggles on the road, our prediction points toward a 1-0 home win. The Robins enter the match without fresh injury concerns, and their home numbers remain consistently strong with 1.75 points per game and a solid defensive record at Ashton Gate. You should know that Bristol City are aft... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Charlton welcome Championship leaders Coventry City in a clash shaped by contrasting form and confidence levels. As the league leaders are determined to start 2026 in style, we predict a 2-0 away win. The Addicks have struggled for consistency, picking up just 0.70 points per game overall, though their home record is more respectable at 1.50 PPG. They average 1.00 goal score... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Derby County host Middlesbrough in a Championship clash between two sides showing very different profiles in home-and-away performance. With Derby suffering a dip in form, we predict that the Boro will emerge triumphant (1-2) in Thursday's encounter. The Rams' overall form sits at 1.20 points per game, but their home record remains a concern, collecting just 0.50 PPG at Prid... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Hull City are brimming with confidence following a hard-fought 1-0 win over Middlesbrough and given their excellent form in December, we predict that they will defeat Stoke City 2-0 on Matchday 25. The Tigers are unbeaten in five and sit on an impressive 1.90 points per game, boosted by a strong home record of 1.80 PPG. They score 1.40 goals per home match and have conceded ... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Ipswich Town enter the new year full of confidence after a commanding 2-0 win over league leaders Coventry, and with Ivan Azan expected to shake off a minor knock, we predict that they will defeated Oxford United 1-0 at their Portman Road. The Tractor Boys boast 2.50 points per game at Portman Road, with a superb defensive record—conceding just 0.25 goals per home match an... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Preston look to get back on course following a 2-1 loss to Wrexham. As the Lilywhites will not have a better chance than this to return to winning ways, we predict that they will defeated rock-bottom Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 on Thursday. Preston's overall numbers at home remain unconvincing, averaging just 0.75 points per game and failing to win a single home match so far. De... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
QPR return to Loftus Road after a narrow 2-1 loss at West Brom, a match where key midfielder Ilias Chair was sorely missed. As QPR and Norwich seem to be evenly matched at the moment, our prediction leans toward a 2-2 draw. Despite that setback, QPR’s home form has been exceptional, boasting four straight home wins and an impressive 3.00 points per game at Loftus Road. The... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Southampton return to St Mary’s after a hard-fought 1-1 draw with Birmingham City and given Millwall's difficulties on the road, our prediction points toward a 3-1 home win. The Saints average 2.60 points per game at home, with an 80% win rate, scoring 2.60 goals per match at St Mary’s and failing to score in 0% of their home outings. Their expected goals of 1.80 at home... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Swansea City host West Bromwich Albion after a narrow 1-0 win at Oxford United, maintaining their unbeaten run over the last three games. With WBA struggling defensively on the road, we predict a 2-1 home win. The South Wales outfit have no fresh injury worries, and their home form has been solid this season, averaging 1.80 points per game at the Liberty Stadium. Their match... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Watford host Birmingham City in a Championship clash where the Hornets aim to continue their strong run. As the Hornets look unstoppable in late December, our prediction leans toward a 2-1 home win. Watford are unbeaten in four of their last five (ddwww) and average 1.90 points per game, with their attack scoring 1.60 goals per match while conceding just 1.20. At Vicarage Ro... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Sheffield United host Leicester City in a clash that could see both sides test their attacking prowess. Therefore, our prediction leans toward a 2-2 draw. The Blades are in solid form, unbeaten in three of their last five (dlwlw) and averaging 2.00 points per game overall. At home, Sheffield United excel, scoring 2.20 goals per game and keeping a clean sheet in 80% of home f... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 17:30
League 1 Predictions
Doncaster look to bounce back from a heavy 4-2 defeat at Stockport County, but given their dreadful losing run in December, our prediction firmly points toward a 2-1 Bolton win. Manager Grant McCann has a full squad available, which could see some tactical changes to improve their performance. Despite five-game losing streak, the Donny have shown resilience at home, winning ... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Exeter play host to Luton in a League One encounter after a solid 1-0 win at AFC Wimbledon, but given Luton's attacking output, a 2-2 draw is on the cards at St James Park. The Grecians have no fresh injury concerns and have been particularly strong at home, winning 100% of their home games this season and averaging 2.67 goals per game while keeping clean sheets. Their away ... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Leyton Orient host AFC Wimbledon in a League Two clash after a disappointing 3-0 loss at Luton. As the two teams seem to be evenly matched at the moment, we predict a 1-1 draw. The O’s have a few injuries to manage, with Connolly, El Mizouni, and Graham sidelined, but their home form has been relatively solid, earning 1.60 points per game at home and averaging 2.2 goals sc... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Lincoln welcome Huddersfield to Sincil Bank after a confident 2-0 win at Barnsley. Given the Terriers' shaky defence, we predict that the Imps will emerge triumphant (2-1) in their first game of the new year. Lincoln have been in excellent form, winning 70% of their matches overall and averaging 2.9 goals per game, including 2.4 points per game at home. The Imps have shown d... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Mansfield are brimming with confidence following a 1-0 win over Bolton, but with Bradford being in a fine form of late, our prediction leans toward a 1-0 away win. The Yellows have struggled at home this season, failing to win in their last three home fixtures and averaging just 0.67 goals per game at Field Mill. Their matches have been fairly open, with BTTS occurring in 67... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Northampton Town will look to bounce back at Sixfields Stadium after a 2-0 defeat to Huddersfield, but with Stockport brimming with confidence following a 4-2 win over Doncaster, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Cobblers have been mixed at home, winning 67% of their home games and scoring 1.83 goals per match at Sixfields, while conceding 1.17 on average. BTTS has occurred in 83% ... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Port Vale host Blackpool at Vale Park looking to bounce back after inconsistent form. Given Blackpool's excellent display at Rotherham, we predict a 2-0 away win. The Valiants have won just 33% of their home games this season, scoring 1.5 goals per home match but conceding 0.83. Defender Liam Gordon remains sidelined, though he has been a long-term absentee, so the lineup sh... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Reading and Burton square off against each other at the Madejski Stadium looking to maintain their good run in League One. Given Burton's defensive struggles on the road, we predict a 2-1 home win. The Royals have had a mixed patch of form, earning 1.5 points per game this season with an average of 1.7 goals scored and 1.3 conceded. Midfielder Andy Rinomhota returns from int... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Rotherham host Peterborough at the New York Stadium hoping to bounce back after a heavy 4-0 defeat at Blackpool. However, we predict a 2-1 away win as the Millers have been struggling defensively of late. Rotherham are not enjoying a season to remember, picking up just 0.9 points per game, scoring 1.4 goals per match while conceding 1.7. Midfielder Josh Benson remains injure... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Stevenage return home looking to get back on course after a narrow 2-1 defeat to Cardiff, but their form at Broadhall Way remains a concern. Steve Evans’ side have collected just 0.50 points per game at home, failing to win any of their last four (DLLD), and scoring only 0.75 goals per match on their own patch. Stevenage also struggle creatively, posting an xG of 1.10 at h... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Wigan head into the first game of 2026 aiming to build on their solid 2-0 win over Burton, a result that ended a four-game winless streak. As Wigan and Barnsley seem to be evenly matched, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Latics have been competitive at home, averaging 1.25 PPG, while defensively they’ve been fairly reliable with 50% clean sheets on their own turf and just 1.00 g... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Wycombe welcome Cardiff City in contrasting form. Therefore, our prediction leans toward a 1-0 away win. The Chairboys have struggled for consistency, taking just 1.0 point per game overall, and scoring only 0.7 goals per match, though their home output is stronger at 1.67 goals scored and 2.0 points per game. Defensively, Wycombe concede 1.33 goals on average at home, and t... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
League 2 Predictions
Barnet and Crawley Town meet in a matchup where the hosts enter in better shape, both in form and confidence. Therefore, our prediction leans toward a 2-1 home win. Barnet’s recent 2-0 win at Bristol Rovers lifted morale, and their home numbers (1.25 PPG, 3.50 average goals per game) suggest they usually deliver entertainment at The Hive. The Bees have also scored in every... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Barrow welcome Salford City in a matchup between two sides moving in opposite directions. Given Salford's signs of improvement in December, our prediction leans toward a 2-1 away win. The Bluebirds have been struggling at home of late, collecting just 0.25 PPG and concede 2.25 goals per home match. Despite producing a respectable overall expected goals of 1.41, their defensi... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Bromley enter their first game of 2026 in outstanding form, riding a five-match winning run. Therefore, we predict that they will defeat Newport 2-0. Bromley numbers underline just how well-balanced they are: an 80% win rate, 2.40 PPG, and 2.00 goals scored per match across all venues. At home, they remain equally strong with 2.40 PPG, 0% failures to score, and an encouragin... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Cambridge United host Walsall in a clash between two in-form sides, with both teams entering the match unbeaten in their last three. The U's, though, have turned their Abbey Stadium into a real fortress and we predict that they will defeat Walsall 1-0. Cambridge come off a hard-fought 1-0 win over Chesterfield and remain injury-free. Their home numbers are strong: 2.00 PPG, ... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Colchester United host MK Dons in what promises to be an entertaining League Two clash between two sides level on 1.80 PPG overall. Therefore, a 2-2 draw is on the cards at Colchester Community Stadium. The U's have been especially strong at home, collecting 2.00 PPG and conceding just 0.40 goals per match, supported by an impressive 60% clean-sheet rate on home turf. Their ... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Crewe and Cheltenham face each other at Alexandra Stadium in what is expected to be an interesting encounter, with 2-2 our predicted outcome. The Railwaymen welcome back forward Adrien Thibaut from suspension after their 2-0 defeat to Newport, a boost to an attack that has produced goals consistently at home (1.75 per match) but still struggles defensively, conceding 1.75 go... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Fleetwood return to Highbury Stadium aiming to build on a solid run at home, where they average 1.80 PPG and score 1.80 goals per match. With Grimsby struggling on the road, we predict a 2-0 home win. The Cod Army's home games tend to be lively, producing 3.00 total goals on average, and Fleetwood have scored in every home outing so far. Defensively they are less stable at h... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Harrogate return to home turf aiming to bounce back from a 1-0 defeat to Accrington, but with Tranmere scoring goals for fun on the road, our prediction leans toward a 1-1 draw. Harrogate's home form is slightly better than overall, taking 1.20 points per game, but they have struggled to score consistently, averaging 1.40 goals per home match. Defensively, the Sulphurites re... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Notts County look to continue their solid run at home after a 1-1 draw with MK Dons. Given Accrington's attacking potential, we predict a 2-2 draw. The Magpies average 1.50 points per game, though their home form is less convincing at 1.00 PPG, with 1.00 goal scored per home match and 1.60 conceded. Clean sheets have been rare, with only 20% of home matches keeping a shutout... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Oldham will aim to build on their 2-1 win over Walsall, despite forward Jack Stevens remaining sidelined. The Latics have struggled for consistency, averaging 1.20 points per game overall, with slightly better home form at 1.40 PPG. They score 1.60 goals per home match while conceding 1.60, and have kept only 40% of home games clean. BTTS has occurred in 40% of home matches ... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Shrewsbury will look to bounce back from a 1-0 loss to Grimsby and given Bristol Rovers' difficulties on the road, we predict similar outcome (1-0). The Shrews have struggled for consistency this season, averaging 0.90 points per game overall and 1.25 PPG at home. They score 1.25 goals per home match while conceding 1.25, and have kept only 25% of home matches clean. BTTS ha... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
Swindon Town head into this clash in solid form despite missing Minturn, Smith, and Wilson-Brown. Given their fine displays in December, we predict that they will defeat Gillingham 1-0. The Robins have been impressive at home and away, averaging 2.00 points per game overall, scoring 1.6 goals per match while conceding just 0.6, with clean sheets in 50% of matches. BTTS has o... Read More...
This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00
























































































