FA Cup · Matchday
2026-10-17 14:00:00 · 22:00 · Victory Road
Prediction Result
AI Predicted: 1-2|Actual: 0-3
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| Bookmaker | Home | Draw | Away | EV Home | EV Draw | EV Away |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bet365 | 3.50 | 3.60 | 1.83 | -9.0% | -11.8% | -9.4% |
| Pinnacle | 3.22 | 3.83 | 1.76 | -16.3% | -6.2% | -12.9% |
| 1xbet | 3.66 | 3.78 | 1.76 | -4.8% | -7.4% | -12.9% |
| WilliamHill | 3.50 | 3.60 | 1.80 | -9.0% | -11.8% | -10.9% |
| Betfair | 3.75 | 3.80 | 1.75 | -2.5% | -6.9% | -13.4% |
| bwin | 3.70 | 3.80 | 1.90 | -3.8% | -6.9% | -5.9% |
| Unibet | 3.60 | 3.85 | 1.73 | -6.4% | -5.7% | -14.4% |
| Ladbrokes | 3.40 | 3.50 | 1.83 | -11.6% | -14.3% | -9.4% |
| Dafabet | 3.70 | 3.90 | 1.94 | -3.8% | -4.4% | -4.0% |
| Marathonbet | 3.58 | 3.78 | 1.74 | -6.9% | -7.4% | -13.9% |
| Coral | 3.40 | 3.50 | 1.83 | -11.6% | -14.3% | -9.4% |
| BetVictor | 3.80 | 3.90 | 1.80 | -1.2% | -4.4% | -10.9% |
| Cashpoint | 3.68 | 3.75 | 1.75 | -4.3% | -8.1% | -13.4% |
| Interwetten | 3.50 | 3.60 | 1.90 | -9.0% | -11.8% | -5.9% |
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Match Report
Guiseley Cruise to Comfortable FA Cup Victory at Leiston
Guiseley produced a dominant and clinical first-half display to sweep aside Leiston 3-0 in this FA Cup tie at the home of Glenn Driver's side. Three goals in the space of nine second-stage minutes before the break effectively ended the contest, with Mark Bower's visitors thoroughly deserving their victory on the day.
Match Analysis
On paper, the statistics told a story of two relatively evenly matched sides in terms of overall possession — Leiston holding 49% to Guiseley's 51% — yet the visiting side were far more dangerous and purposeful with their time on the ball. Guiseley generated 16 shots in total compared to Leiston's five, and crucially managed eight shots on target against the hosts' three, reflecting just how efficiently they converted their opportunities while keeping Leiston at arm's length.
The corner count was particularly telling: Guiseley earned seven corners to Leiston's zero, a statistic that underlines how consistently Bower's men pinned their opponents back and applied sustained pressure in wide areas. Guiseley's 39 dangerous attacks to Leiston's 22 reinforces the impression that, despite the Suffolk side recording slightly more total attacks (80 vs 73), they rarely threatened where it mattered.
The decisive period of the match came in a devastating nine-minute spell before the interval. Guiseley struck first on 32 minutes with an unnamed player finishing from open play, before Jordan Thewlis doubled the lead on 37 minutes with another field goal. Just four minutes later, Jack Emmett made it 3-0 on 41 minutes, effectively putting the tie beyond any doubt before the half-time whistle. It was a ruthless and composed attacking performance from the visitors, with the three goals highlighting their efficiency in front of goal — converting from eight shots on target in a manner that left Leiston with no route back into the contest.
After the break, with the match already decided, Leiston could only manage three shots on target without adding to the scoreline, while Guiseley continued to probe and create. The second half ultimately played out without further goals, but Guiseley's control was never seriously threatened.
Prediction Review
Our pre-match forecast had Guiseley as favourites at 49.5% for the away win, with a predicted scoreline of 1-2. While the margin of victory exceeded our forecast — Guiseley ultimately winning 3-0 rather than 3-2 in reverse — the direction of the prediction proved correct. With a confidence rating of just 49/100, the model acknowledged genuine uncertainty, though the statistical profile of the match validated the underlying logic of backing Guiseley on the road.
Key Takeaways
- Guiseley's clinical finishing was the difference, converting chances at a high rate despite Leiston's respectable overall attack numbers.
- The 32nd to 41st minute window was decisive — three goals in nine minutes completely transformed the contest.
- Jordan Thewlis and Jack Emmett were the standout names among the scorers, with the first goal from an as-yet unconfirmed scorer setting the tone.
- Leiston's lack of corners (zero) is a damning statistical footnote — Glenn Driver's side were unable to sustain meaningful wide pressure throughout.
- Mark Bower's Guiseley advance in the FA Cup with a performance that will provide significant confidence moving forward.
Leiston vs Guiseley — Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Leiston vs Guiseley?
PredictNext's AI model favours Guiseley with a 49% win probability — Leiston 26%, draw 25%, Guiseley 49%.
What is the predicted score for Leiston vs Guiseley?
The AI forecasts a 1-2 scoreline for Leiston vs Guiseley, generated with 49% model confidence.
Will Leiston vs Guiseley have over 2.5 goals?
The model gives 58% for over 2.5 goals and 42% for under 2.5 goals in Leiston vs Guiseley.
How accurate was the Leiston vs Guiseley prediction?
PredictNext's AI predicted 1-2; the match finished 0-3. The winner call was correct.