Match Analysis: Virginia Cavaliers vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-30
- Time: 10:00 PM UTC
- Location: Scott Stadium, Charlottesville, VA
Game Overview
Virginia Cavaliers host Coastal Carolina Chanticleers in a Week 1 ACC vs Sun Belt matchup at Scott Stadium with Virginia favored by 11.5 points and a total set near 58.5 points.
Key Factors to Consider
- Virginia had a subpar 5-7 record last season, scoring 22.7 PPG and allowing 28.8 PPG, ranking low in offensive efficiency. Coastal Carolina went 6-7, scoring slightly better at 28.7 PPG but with a weaker defense allowing 31.6 PPG. Virginia shows stronger defense and returns home advantage.
- No recent head-to-head data available indicating dominance by either team, suggesting limited historical matchup insights.
- No major injury reports impacting starting key players on either side currently, but Coastal Carolina's defense undergoing transition with new coordinator may affect performance.
- Game at Virginiaβs home stadium, Scott Stadium, in favorable weather (74Β°F, no rain), benefits Cavaliers. Coastal Carolina adjusting to a new defensive scheme under Jeremiah Johnson.
- Virginia aiming to rebound from last losing season and motivated to assert ACC strength at home. Coastal Carolina looking to continue bowl streak and prove themselves outside their conference, but quarterback situation remains a question mark.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
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Moneyline | Virginia Cavaliers -440, Coastal Carolina Chanticleers +340 | Virginia Cavaliers | β β β β β 81% |
Spread | Virginia Cavaliers -11.5 -112, Coastal Carolina Chanticleers +11.5 -108 | Virginia Cavaliers -11.5 | β β β β β 72% |
Over/under | Over 58.5 -105, Under 58.5 -115 | Over 58.5 | β β β ββ 67% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Virginia Cavaliers -8% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Over 58.5 17% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 58.5 at 17% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 18% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Virginia is strongly favored to win and cover the 11.5-point spread at home with a high-scoring game environment favoring the over.
Predicted Score: Virginia Cavaliers 35 – Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 20