FC Lugano vs Kauno Zalgiris prediction: our model backs FC Lugano
Quick answer
Our model gives FC Lugano a 54% chance of beating Kauno Zalgiris at AIL Arena, with the draw at 24% and Kauno Zalgiris at 22%. The single most likely score is 1-1 (11%); the most likely FC Lugano win is 1-0. Medium confidence.
Match prediction
Forecast locked ·90-minute result, extra time not included. Rounded so the three add up to 100%.
Most likely scores
1-1 is the single most likely score. The most likely FC Lugano win is 1-0 (11%). A win is spread over many scores (1-0, 2-1, 2-0…), a draw over a few, so the single top score can be a draw even when a win is the pick.
Full score grid and top 5
| FC Lugano goals by Kauno Zalgiris goals | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 3.3 | 1.1 | 0.3 | <0.1 |
| 1 | 10.8 | 11.4 | 5.8 | 1.9 | 0.5 | <0.1 |
| 2 | 9.4 | 9.5 | 5.2 | 1.7 | 0.4 | <0.1 |
| 3 | 5.5 | 5.6 | 2.8 | 1.0 | 0.3 | <0.1 |
| 4 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 0.1 | <0.1 |
| 5 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 0.1 | <0.1 | <0.1 |
Top 5 scores
- 1-111.4%
- 1-010.8%
- 2-19.5%
- 2-09.4%
- 0-16.7%
Model panel
| Model | FC Lugano | Draw | Kauno Zalgiris | Likely score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statistical modelElo + Dixon-Coles | 53.6% | 24.1% | 22.3% | 1-1 |
| Final (published)V1: equals the statistical model | 53.6% | 24.1% | 22.3% | 1-1 |
Claude and Codex run only for selected leagues and have not run for this match, so only the statistical model is shown. In V1 the published probability is the statistical model alone; Claude and Codex run in shadow and are graded separately.
How we grade each modelStatistical forecast
No reviewed analysis for this match. The probabilities come from the statistical model only and are not adjusted for team news. The team news below lists each absence with its sources.
Team news
Checked . Team news does not change the published probabilities.
FC Lugano
| Player | Status | Detail | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dereck Moncada | Doubtful (injury: Doubtful) | Injury | 1 source |
| Renato Steffen | Out (injury: Unknown) | Injury | 1 source |
| Claudio Cassano | Out (injury: Early November 2026) | Injury | 1 source |
Kauno Zalgiris
No absences listed in our sources for this match yet. That does not confirm a fully available squad.
Markets
Over/Under 2.5 goals
Both teams to score
Close to base rate (about 52% in these leagues)From the same score grid as the result probabilities. All Over/Under picksAll BTTS picks
Recent form
Days of rest count matches in every competition, cups included.
FC Lugano2nd · 6 pts from 2 · 4 days' rest
- Won 3–2 v Red Star Belgrade (home), 15 Oct
- Won 5–2 v Getafe (away), 22 Oct
Last 2 Conference League matches, latest on the right
- Won 3–2 v Red Star Belgrade (home), 15 Oct, Conference League
- Won 4–0 v Pully Football (away), 18 Oct, Cup
- Won 5–2 v Getafe (away), 22 Oct, Conference League
- Won 3–2 v FC Thun (away), 25 Oct, Super League
- Won 2–1 v Basel (home), 1 Nov, Super League
Last 5 in all competitions, including cups
Rest counted from Super League v Basel, 1 Nov
Kauno Zalgiris36th · 0 pts from 2 · 5 days' rest
- Lost 0–4 v Brighton (away), 15 Oct
- Lost 1–4 v SK Brann (home), 22 Oct
Last 2 Conference League matches, latest on the right
- Lost 0–4 v Brighton (away), 15 Oct, Conference League
- Won 1–0 v Sūduva (away), 19 Oct, A Lyga
- Lost 1–4 v SK Brann (home), 22 Oct, Conference League
- Drew 0–0 v Žalgiris Vilnius (home), 26 Oct, A Lyga
- Won 4–1 v Hegelmann (away), 31 Oct, A Lyga
Last 5 in all competitions, including cups
Rest counted from A Lyga v Hegelmann, 31 Oct
Head-to-head
These clubs have not met since 2021/22, the start of our results data. Meetings in divisions and cups we do not cover are not included.
What could go wrong
- A Kauno Zalgiris win at 22% is far from impossible: about one in 4.
- Team news after the lock can change the picture. The locked numbers do not move; we grade the forecast as published.
FAQ
Who will win FC Lugano vs Kauno Zalgiris?
Our model makes FC Lugano the favourite at 54%. Draw 24%, Kauno Zalgiris win 22%.
What is the most likely score in FC Lugano vs Kauno Zalgiris?
1-1 at 11%. The most likely FC Lugano win is 1-0 (11%).
Will both teams score?
Both teams to score: 53% yes, 47% no.
Over or under 2.5 goals?
Over 2.5 goals 52%, under 2.5 goals 48%.
When was this prediction made?
It was locked at 4 Nov 2026 20:09 UTC, 24 hours before kickoff, with sha256 dafbc4c2d478. It cannot be changed afterwards and is graded after full time.
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