Esan Pattaya vs Khon Kaen United preview and prediction
The match
The Thai League 2 sees Esan Pattaya take on Khon Kaen United on Sunday 18 October, kicking off at 12:00 (WAT) at Nongprue Municipality Stadium. Esan Pattaya are 13th with 12 points from 10 games (in the bottom half), while Khon Kaen United sit 1st on 24 points (top of the table). A gap of 12 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
Esan Pattaya's last 5: WDLDL Most recently they beat Songkhla 3–2 at home. At home they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.0 scored and 1.7 conceded.
Khon Kaen United's last 5: WLWLW Most recently they beat Chainat 2–1 at home. On the road they have won 1 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.5 scored and 0.8 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Khon Kaen United arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.0 points a game against 1.3.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 1 March 2026, finished Esan Pattaya 2–2 Khon Kaen United.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.5 goals: 1.1 for Esan Pattaya and 1.4 for Khon Kaen United. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 46%, both teams to score at 57%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Esan Pattaya 31%, draw 24%, Khon Kaen United 45%.
Both teams to score: yes (57%) at 1.75.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 57% chance at odds of 1.75. Predicted score: Esan Pattaya 1–1 Khon Kaen United. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Esan Pattaya31%fair 3.22 · @3.20
Draw24%fair 4.25 · @2.88
Khon Kaen United45%fair 2.20 · @2.15
2.50Expected goals
1.10Esan Pattaya xG
1.40Khon Kaen United xG
57%Both score
46%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
0–112%
1–09%
1–29%
0–08%
0–28%
From our goals model: Esan Pattaya 1.1 – 1.4 Khon Kaen United expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Esan Pattaya vs Khon Kaen United?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 57% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.75.
Who will win Esan Pattaya vs Khon Kaen United?
On our numbers Esan Pattaya have a 31% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Khon Kaen United 45%.
How many goals will there be in Esan Pattaya vs Khon Kaen United?
We expect about 2.5 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 46% likely and both teams score 57% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Esan Pattaya vs Khon Kaen United?
Our predicted score is Esan Pattaya 1–1 Khon Kaen United, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.5 goals in total.
When is Esan Pattaya vs Khon Kaen United?
Esan Pattaya vs Khon Kaen United (Thai League 2) kicks off on Sunday 18 October 2026 at 12:00 (West Africa Time) at Nongprue Municipality Stadium.
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.
