Match Analysis: Coventry City vs Hull City – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-09
- Time: 11:30 AM UTC
- Location: Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, England
Game Overview
The match is a Championship fixture between Coventry City and Hull City, with Coventry City currently ranked 5th and Hull City 7th in the league standings. Both teams have had mixed recent form but are closely matched in the league table, making this a competitive contest.
Key Factors to Consider
- Coventry City ended their last season with a 1-1 away draw and a 1-2 loss at home in the playoffs semi-finals; their recent league form includes notable wins like a 2-0 home victory over Middlesbrough. Hull City had a varied finish with a 1-1 draw away at Portsmouth and a 0-1 loss at home to Derby, showing some inconsistency in results but competitive performances overall.
- In the last season, Coventry City and Hull City played two matches, including a 1-1 draw at Hull's home ground. Historically, their encounters have been closely contested with recent meetings ending in draws and narrow victories, indicating a balanced rivalry.
- No specific injury information has been provided from current sources; therefore, we assume both teams have their main squads available unless official updates indicate otherwise.
- The match is played at Coventry Building Society Arena which grants home advantage to Coventry City. No weather or other external conditions were specifically noted that might affect the match.
- Coventry City may be more motivated to secure a strong start at home to improve their standing, while Hull City will look to capitalize on recent experience to secure points away from home early in the season.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | coventry_city: -140, hull_city: 340, draw: 265 | Coventry City win | β β β ββ 65% |
| Spread | coventry_city: -0.75 -102, hull_city: 75 -118 | Coventry City -0.75 | β β β ββ 60% |
| Over/under | over_2.5: -112, under_2.5: -108 | Under 2.5 goals | β β β ββ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Coventry City -1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.5 6% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 2.5 at 6% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 6.4% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Coventry City to win with a close margin, considering home advantage and slightly better league position.
Predicted Score: 2-1