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Spain vs Iraq: Prediction, Odds & Analysis

Spain SpainvsIraq Iraq
Our predictionSpain to win
Confidence: High · 92/100
Score hint: 2-1

Our model leans Spain (93% probability), high confidence.

Why this prediction

+ supports the predicted pick, − argues against it.

Win probabilities

1 · Spain93%
Draw2%
2 · Iraq5%
1 · SpainDraw2 · Iraq
Full team comparison
Team strength rating
Spain
92
Iraq
40

Recent form

SpainDWDWW
IraqWWLLW

Most likely scorelines

2-020.7%
3-017.7%
1-016.1%
4-011.4%
0-06.3%
5-05.8%

Expected goals

2.57Spain
xG
0.20Iraq
Over 2.5 goals51%
Both teams to score16%

Match DNA

AttackDefenseFormStrengthH2HVenue
Spain Iraq

Key points

Betting angles

MarketPickOddsAssessment
1X2Spain win1.02Fair

Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. "Value" means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies. Not betting advice.

Scoreline probability matrix

H \ A012345
061
1163
2214
3184
4112
561

Each cell shows the probability (%) of that exact scoreline (home goals down the side, away goals across the top). Computed from a Poisson model on expected goals.

Value radar

Markets where our model disagrees with the bookmaker. A positive edge means our model rates the outcome more likely than the odds imply — a potential value spot.

1X2Spain1.02+0.1%
1X2Draw38.00-0.0%
1X2Iraq20.00-0.0%
Our model BookmakerPositive edge = potential value. Not betting advice.

Full analysis

The model blends the odds, head-to-head history and recent form to frame this clash between Spain and Iraq. After removing the bookmaker margin, the probabilities settle at 93% for Spain, 2% for the draw and 5% for Iraq.

Several signals point toward Spain. The odds point to a clear favourite. Spain have home advantage.

Across the last 1 meetings, the record reads 1 Spain wins, 0 draws and 0 Iraq wins. Recent scorelines: 1-0.

If the trend holds, a scoreline around 2-1 is plausible — treat it as a pointer, not a certainty.

On form, Spain show D-W-D-W-W across their recent outings, while Iraq read W-W-L-L-W. Recent momentum carries weight in the assessment, particularly when combined with home advantage and the competition context.

On the secondary markets, our model puts over 2.5 goals at 51% and both teams to score at 16%. The totals market stays finely balanced.

This prediction is a statistical analysis, not a guarantee. Higher confidence means the signals agree more strongly, but football is unpredictable. Always bet responsibly.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the favourite, Spain or Iraq?

Our model rates Spain as the most likely outcome at 93% probability.

What's a likely scoreline for Spain vs Iraq?

A scoreline around 2-1 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.

What's the head-to-head record?

In the last 1 meetings: 1 Spain wins, 0 draws, 0 Iraq wins.

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