Moreton City Excelsior vs Lions preview and prediction
The match
Moreton City Excelsior host Lions in the Queensland NPL on Friday 14 August, with kick-off at 10:30 (WAT).
Form guide
Moreton City Excelsior's last 5: WLDWL Most recently they beat Olympic 2–1 away. They average 1.7 scored and 1.7 conceded.
Lions's last 5: WWWDW Most recently they beat Melbourne City 2–0 at home. They average 1.5 scored and 0.3 conceded. 5 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Lions arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.7 points a game against 1.7.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 9 May 2026, finished Lions 2–0 Moreton City Excelsior.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.7 goals: 1.7 for Moreton City Excelsior and 2.0 for Lions. That suggests an open game – over 2.5 goals is 70% likely and both teams score in 71% of our simulations.
Betting angles
Win chances: Moreton City Excelsior 36%, draw 19%, Lions 45%.
Both teams to score: yes (71%) at 1.30.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Over 2.5 goals – a 70% chance at odds of 1.35. Predicted score: Moreton City Excelsior 1–2 Lions. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Moreton City Excelsior36%fair 2.75 · @2.45
Draw19%fair 5.30 · @3.85
Lions45%fair 2.23 · @2.30
3.69Expected goals
1.74Moreton City Excelsior xG
1.95Lions xG
71%Both score
70%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–18%
1–28%
2–17%
2–27%
1–35%
0–15%
From our goals model: Moreton City Excelsior 1.7 – 2.0 Lions expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Moreton City Excelsior vs Lions?
Our pick is Over 2.5 goals with a 70% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.35.
Who will win Moreton City Excelsior vs Lions?
On our numbers Moreton City Excelsior have a 36% chance of winning, the draw 19% and Lions 45%.
How many goals will there be in Moreton City Excelsior vs Lions?
We expect about 3.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 70% likely and both teams score 71% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Moreton City Excelsior vs Lions?
Our predicted score is Moreton City Excelsior 1–2 Lions, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.7 goals in total.
When is Moreton City Excelsior vs Lions?
Moreton City Excelsior vs Lions (Queensland NPL) kicks off on Friday 14 August 2026 at 10:30 (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.