Liverpool

OptaTips model poisson-wtd-v3 evaluates Liverpool against Tottenham in ENG PR using a transparent weighted-Poisson baseline. The model processed 2052 deduplicated historical scorelines and found 28 relevant team-position samples. Recent results receive more influence through a 180-day exponential half-life, while competition and global scoring averages provide a stabilising prior when team data is limited. The projected goal rates for this match are 1.78 for the home side and 0.80 for the away side.

The model compares 1X2, Goals 2.5, BTTS and correct-score signals on a calibrated scale, then publishes exactly one forecast. The selected market is 1X2: Home, with a true model probability of 60.9%. Model confidence is 64.8%; this reflects statistical separation and sample reliability and is not a guarantee that the selection will win.

This MVP uses recorded final scores already available to OptaTips. It does not yet include confirmed line-ups, injuries, suspensions, travel conditions, weather, live market movement or tactical changes after publication. An editor must verify the fixture, source, timing and selected prediction before publication. Probabilities can change when better data becomes available. This analysis supports research and entertainment only, does not guarantee a result or profit, and should never replace independent judgement or responsible bankroll limits.