Southland vs Waikato
Score by half
| Team | 1H | 2H | Final |
|---|---|---|---|
 Southland | — | — | 32 |
 Waikato | — | — | 31 |
AI match analysis
Predicted score: 17-34
Data suggests a significant edge for Waikato heading into this matchup, as they have achieved 3 wins in their last 5 matches compared to Southland's consecutive losses. Additionally, historical head-to-head results favor Waikato, who has consistently outperformed Southland. The scoring averages further highlight Southland's defensive struggles, making it likely that Waikato will secure a commanding victory.
- Waikato has won 3 of their last 5 matches.
- Southland has lost all of their last 5 matches.
- Historically, Waikato has outscored Southland in recent head-to-head encounters.
- Southland averages 21.1 points scored but concedes 36.6 points per game.
Confidence is high because the probability gap between outcomes is decisive, and some historical data (form, H2H or standings) is still incomplete.
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Why AI favors Waikato
- Tighter defenseWaikato
Waikato are conceding just 30.4 points per game over their recent matches.
30.4/game conceded - Poor recent formSouthland
Southland have lost 4 of their last 5 matches.
1W 0D 4L - Poor recent formWaikato
Waikato have lost 3 of their last 5 matches.
2W 0D 3L - Historical edgeWaikato
Waikato have won 3 of the last 4 meetings between these two teams.
3/4 H2H wins
Computed independently from historical data — not a model-reported reason.
How did our prediction do?
We picked Waikato at 75% — final result was Southland win, Southland 32-31 Waikato.
Predicted score was 17-34.
This was a high confidence pick (80/100) that didn't come through — a reminder that no forecast is guaranteed.
Match trends
- Southland have averaged 22 points scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Waikato have averaged 27.9 points scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Southland are unbeaten in 1 of the last 4 meetings with Waikato.
Head-to-head
Last 4 meetings
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Who is likely to win Southland vs Waikato?+
Our AI model favors Waikato to win, with a 75% probability (Southland 20%).
What time does Southland vs Waikato kick off?+
Kickoff is at Aug 16, 2026, 2:05 AM (your local time, based on your device).
What was the score by half in Southland vs Waikato?+
Southland: . Waikato: . Final: 32-31.