Dandenong City vs Preston Lions preview and prediction
The match
The Victoria NPL sees Dandenong City take on Preston Lions on Saturday 22 August, kicking off at 08:00 (WAT).
Form guide
Dandenong City's last 5: WWDLL Most recently they beat Altona Magic 2–0 at home. They average 1.0 scored and 0.7 conceded. 4 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Preston Lions's last 5: WWWDW Most recently they beat Melbourne City II 4–0 at home. Goals have not been a problem: 2.8 per game. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Preston Lions arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.7 points a game against 1.3.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 8 May 2026, finished Preston Lions 1–0 Dandenong City.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.7 goals: 1.1 for Dandenong City and 1.6 for Preston Lions. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 52%, both teams to score at 60%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Dandenong City 29%, draw 20%, Preston Lions 51%.
Both teams to score: yes (60%) at 1.57.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 76% chance at odds of 1.22. Predicted score: Dandenong City 1–1 Preston Lions. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Dandenong City29%fair 3.43 · @3.10
Draw20%fair 4.97 · @3.60
Preston Lions51%fair 1.97 · @2.00
2.67Expected goals
1.10Dandenong City xG
1.57Preston Lions xG
60%Both score
52%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–112%
0–111%
1–29%
0–29%
1–08%
0–07%
From our goals model: Dandenong City 1.1 – 1.6 Preston Lions expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Dandenong City vs Preston Lions?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 76% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.22.
Who will win Dandenong City vs Preston Lions?
On our numbers Dandenong City have a 29% chance of winning, the draw 20% and Preston Lions 51%.
How many goals will there be in Dandenong City vs Preston Lions?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 52% likely and both teams score 60% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Dandenong City vs Preston Lions?
Our predicted score is Dandenong City 1–1 Preston Lions, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is Dandenong City vs Preston Lions?
Dandenong City vs Preston Lions (Victoria NPL) kicks off on Saturday 22 August 2026 at 08:00 (West Africa Time).
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.