Both teams scoreNot both teams to score ✓54% · @1.50
GoalsUnder 2.5 goals ✓71% · @1.32
Correct scoreCorrect score 0–1 ✗17% · fair 6.00
Green Buffaloes vs ZESCO United preview and prediction
The match
ZESCO United travel to face Green Buffaloes in the Super League on Thursday 5 November (14:00 WAT). Green Buffaloes are 2nd with 0 points from 0 games (in the top four), while ZESCO United sit 1st on 0 points (top of the table). Only goal difference separates the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Green Buffaloes's last 5: WWDDW Most recently they beat Mufulira Wanderers 1–0 at home. At home they have won 2 and lost 0 of their last 3. Goals have dried up – just 0.8 per game. 4 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
ZESCO United's last 5: DWWDL Most recently they drew with Nkwazi 0–0 away. On the road they have won 1 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.7 scored and 0.3 conceded. 4 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 1 April 2026, finished ZESCO United 1–0 Green Buffaloes.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 1.8 goals: 0.8 for Green Buffaloes and 1.0 for ZESCO United. That points to a tight game – under 2.5 goals is 71% likely. Their recent games have mostly stayed under 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Green Buffaloes 32%, draw 24%, ZESCO United 44%.
Both teams to score: no (54%) at 1.50.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Under 2.5 goals – a 71% chance at odds of 1.32. Predicted score: Green Buffaloes 0–1 ZESCO United. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Green Buffaloes32%fair 3.14 · @3.14
Draw24%fair 4.13 · @2.73
ZESCO United44%fair 2.28 · @2.29
1.80Expected goals
0.79Green Buffaloes xG
1.01ZESCO United xG
46%Both score
29%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
0–117%
0–016%
1–113%
1–013%
0–28%
1–27%
From our goals model: Green Buffaloes 0.8 – 1.0 ZESCO United expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Green Buffaloes vs ZESCO United?
Our pick is Under 2.5 goals with a 71% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.32.
Who will win Green Buffaloes vs ZESCO United?
On our numbers Green Buffaloes have a 32% chance of winning, the draw 24% and ZESCO United 44%.
How many goals will there be in Green Buffaloes vs ZESCO United?
We expect about 1.8 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 29% likely and both teams score 46% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Green Buffaloes vs ZESCO United?
Our predicted score is Green Buffaloes 0–1 ZESCO United, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 1.8 goals in total.
When is Green Buffaloes vs ZESCO United?
Green Buffaloes vs ZESCO United (Super League) kicks off on Thursday 5 November 2026 at 14:00 (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.
