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: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
On Thursday 5 November the Super League brings Green Buffaloes against ZESCO United. Kick-off: 14:00 WAT. In the table, Green Buffaloes are 2nd, among the top four, on 0 points after 0 matches; ZESCO United are 1st (leading the league) with 0. They are level on points, so the winner climbs above the loser.
Current form
Green Buffaloes, last 5: WWDDW Their latest outing: 1–0 win over Mufulira Wanderers, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 2 won, 0 lost from 3. Scoring is the worry: just 0.8 goals a game. Defensively they have kept 4 clean sheets in that run.
ZESCO United, last 5: DWWDL Their latest outing: 0–0 draw with Nkwazi, away. Away from home the record reads 1 won, 0 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.7 scored, 0.3 conceded per game. Defensively they have kept 4 clean sheets in that run.
Head to head
When they last met (1 Apr 2026) it ended ZESCO United 1–0 Green Buffaloes.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Green Buffaloes 0.8 xG, ZESCO United 1.0 xG – a total near 1.8. On paper it is a low-scoring affair, with under 2.5 at 71%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to stay under 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Green Buffaloes 31%, draw 25%, ZESCO United 43%.
GG/NG: NG (54%) at 1.50.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Under 2.5 goals (71%, odds 1.32). Most likely score in line with that pick: Green Buffaloes 0–1 ZESCO United. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Green Buffaloes31%fair 3.18 · @3.14
Draw25%fair 3.98 · @2.73
ZESCO United43%fair 2.31 · @2.29
1.80Expected goals
0.79Green Buffaloes xG
1.01ZESCO United xG
46%Both score
29%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
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 31% chance of winning, the draw 25% and ZESCO United 43%.
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).
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
