Oakleigh Cannons vs South Melbourne: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
South Melbourne travel to face Oakleigh Cannons on Friday 11 September in the Victoria NPL, with Jack Edwards Reserve the venue – the ball rolls at 10:30 WAT.
Current form
Oakleigh Cannons, last 5: LWWDL Their latest outing: 2–3 defeat to Dandenong City, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 1 won, 2 lost from 3. 2.2 goals per outing makes them dangerous. Defensively they have kept 3 clean sheets in that run.
South Melbourne, last 5: WLWLW Their latest outing: 2–1 win over Heidelberg United, at home. Away from home the record reads 2 won, 1 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.8 scored, 1.3 conceded per game.
Head to head
When they last met (24 Jul 2026) it ended Oakleigh Cannons 1–2 South Melbourne. The last 2 head-to-heads: Oakleigh Cannons 1 win, South Melbourne 1, draws 0. Those games averaged 3.0 goals and saw GG land 1 time.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Oakleigh Cannons 1.9 xG, South Melbourne 1.0 xG – a total near 2.9. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 54%, GG 57%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Oakleigh Cannons 58%, draw 21%, South Melbourne 21%.
GG/NG: GG (57%) at 1.73.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 1.5 goals (77%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Oakleigh Cannons 1–1 South Melbourne. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Oakleigh Cannons58%fair 1.73 · @1.83
Draw21%fair 4.74 · @3.60
South Melbourne21%fair 4.72 · @3.40
2.88Expected goals
1.86Oakleigh Cannons xG
1.02South Melbourne xG
57%Both score
54%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–111%
1–010%
2–110%
2–010%
3–16%
3–06%
From our goals model: Oakleigh Cannons 1.9 – 1.0 South Melbourne expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Oakleigh Cannons vs South Melbourne?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 77% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Oakleigh Cannons vs South Melbourne?
On our numbers Oakleigh Cannons have a 58% chance of winning, the draw 21% and South Melbourne 21%.
How many goals will there be in Oakleigh Cannons vs South Melbourne?
We expect about 2.9 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 54% likely and both teams score 57% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Oakleigh Cannons vs South Melbourne?
Our predicted score is Oakleigh Cannons 1–1 South Melbourne, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.9 goals in total.
When is Oakleigh Cannons vs South Melbourne?
Oakleigh Cannons vs South Melbourne (Victoria NPL) kicks off on Friday 11 September 2026 at 10:30 (West Africa Time) at Jack Edwards Reserve.
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.