- λ home
- 2.12
- λ away
- 0.90
- Σλ total
- 3.02
- P(over 2.5)
- 60%
- P(BTTS)
- 60%
- Modal score
- 2–0 11.0%
Deportivo Universitario vs Herrera prediction & xG model: Both teams to score
Graded on the 90-minute score: the pick landed ✓
Deportivo Universitario v Herrera: how the Arena called it
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How the numbers for Deportivo Universitario v Herrera are calculated
Every figure on this page comes from the steps below – nothing is adjusted by hand.
Expected goals (λ)
Ratings fitted to all competitions results (25 and 21 matches). 1.00 = average attack or defence.
| League avg goals | Attack | Opp. defence | λ (ratings) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deportivo Universitario (home) | 1.66 | 0.70 | 1.52 | 1.76 |
| Herrera (away) | 1.38 | 0.84 | 0.84 | 0.97 |
λhome = μhome × Atthome × Defaway = 1.66 × 0.70 × 1.52 ≈ 1.76
| Total-goals source | Estimate | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Team ratings | 2.74 | 45% |
| Statistical xG feed | 2.83 | 25% |
| Over/under 2.5 price | 3.18 | 30% |
| Blended total λ | 3.02 | 100% |
Split by team strength and the 1X2 balance → λhome = 2.12, λaway = 0.90
Poisson goal distributions
P(k goals) = e−λ · λk ÷ k!
Score grid
Each cell = P(home goals) × P(away goals). Below the diagonal is a home win, the diagonal a draw, above it an away win.
- Σ home-win cells
- 65.6%
- Σ draw cells
- 19.7%
- Σ away-win cells
- 14.8%
- Most probable score
- 2–0 · 11.0%
Blending with the market
Our ratings grid is combined with the statistical feed (60 / 40), then blended with the bookmaker's margin-free probabilities (58 / 42) so late team news is not missed.
| Outcome | Ratings | Feed | Market* | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Deportivo Universitario | 55.0% | 66.0% | 63.6% | 65.0% |
| X Draw | 24.6% | 21.0% | 20.5% | 20.8% |
| 2 Herrera | 20.4% | 13.0% | 15.9% | 14.2% |
Bookmaker margin (overround) on 1X2: Σ(1 ÷ odds) = 1.123 → 12.3% removed before blending (*market column).
Every market: fair odds, implied probability and EV
Fair odds = 1 ÷ p · Implied = 1 ÷ odds (margin included) · EV = p × odds − 1 · positive EV only when p > implied
| Selection | p | Fair | Best odds | Implied | EV | Add |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | ||||||
| 1 · Deportivo Universitario | 65.0% | 1.54 | 1.40 | 71.4% | -9.0% | |
| X · Draw | 20.8% | 4.81 | 4.35 | 23.0% | -9.6% | |
| 2 · Herrera | 14.2% | 7.03 | 5.60 | 17.9% | -20.4% | |
| Double chance | ||||||
| 1X | 85.8% | 1.17 | 1.06 | 94.3% | -9.1% | |
| X2 | 35.0% | 2.86 | 2.46 | 40.7% | -13.9% | |
| 12 | 79.2% | 1.26 | 1.12 | 89.3% | -11.3% | |
| Draw no bet | ||||||
| DNB Deportivo Universitario | 82.0% | 1.22 | – | – | – | |
| DNB Herrera | 18.0% | 5.57 | – | – | – | |
| Goal lines | ||||||
| Over 1.5 | 79.1% | 1.26 | 1.16 | 86.2% | -8.3% | |
| Under 1.5 | 20.9% | 4.77 | 4.05 | 24.7% | -15.2% | |
| Over 2.5 | 59.8% | 1.67 | 1.47 | 68.0% | -12.1% | |
| Under 2.5 | 40.2% | 2.49 | 2.35 | 42.6% | -5.6% | |
| Over 3.5 | 38.5% | 2.60 | 2.22 | 45.0% | -14.6% | |
| Under 3.5 | 61.5% | 1.63 | 1.56 | 64.1% | -4.0% | |
| Both teams to score | ||||||
| BTTS yes pick | 59.8% | 1.67 | 1.62 | 61.7% | -3.2% | |
| BTTS no | 40.2% | 2.49 | 2.08 | 48.1% | -16.3% | |
| Half-time | ||||||
| HT 1 | 47.7% | 2.10 | – | – | – | |
| HT X | 37.2% | 2.69 | – | – | – | |
| HT 2 | 15.1% | 6.60 | – | – | – | |
The selection
EV = 0.598 × 1.62 − 1 = -0.032 · Kelly f* = (b·p − q) ÷ b = 0.000 → quarter-Kelly, capped at 2%: 0.0% of bankroll (no stake – the price has no edge)
A guide to sizing, not advice. Graded on the 90-minute score. 18+.
Recent form, in numbers
last 6 matches · 90-minute scores| Metric | Deportivo Universitario | Herrera |
|---|---|---|
| Sequence | WWLLLW | LLLWWL |
| Matches | 6 | 6 |
| W-D-L | 3-0-3 | 2-0-4 |
| Points per match | 1.50 | 1.00 |
| Goals for / match | 1.33 | 1.50 |
| Goals against / match | 1.17 | 2.67 |
| Over 2.5 | 50% | 83% |
| BTTS | 50% | 83% |
| Clean sheets | 17% | 17% |
| Failed to score | 33% | 0% |
What the numbers say
by Ade Ola, Winning Arena analyst1X2 probabilities
Deportivo Universitario at 65%: ratings and home advantage combine into a clear edge. Standings: Deportivo Universitario 9th on 17, Herrera 11th on 11.
Form
Deportivo Universitario have three wins from their last six (W W L L L W). Latest: 3–2 at home to Veraguas. Per match: 1.3 scored, 1.2 conceded.
Herrera, last six: L L L W W L – two wins in total. Latest: 1–5 at home to Independiente de La Chorrera. Per match: 1.5 scored, 2.7 conceded.
Head to head
Previous 2: Deportivo Universitario 2, Herrera 0, drawn 0, 1.5 goals per meeting. Last meeting (Aug 2026): Herrera 0–1 Deportivo Universitario. Old results carry little weight next to current ratings.
Expected goals (xG)
xG Deportivo Universitario 2.12 · Herrera 0.90 · total 3.02. High total: over 2.5 60%, BTTS 60%.
Model selection (graded)
Pre-match selection: Both teams to score, probability 60%, odds 1.62 v fair 1.67. Most probable score: Deportivo Universitario 2–1 Herrera. Graded at 90 minutes. 18+ – bet within your means.
Head-to-head
Every meeting →- 23 Aug 2026Herrera0–1Deportivo Universitario
- 7 Apr 2026Deportivo Universitario2–0Herrera
Liga Panameña De Fútbol table
League page →| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 | +12 | 31 | |
| 2 | 16 | +6 | 27 | |
| 3 | 16 | +8 | 25 | |
| 4 | 16 | +3 | 25 | |
| 5 | 16 | +5 | 23 | |
| 6 | 16 | +3 | 21 | |
| 7 | 16 | -4 | 21 | |
| 8 | 16 | +4 | 20 | |
| 9 | 16 | -3 | 20 | |
| 10 | 16 | -2 | 18 | |
| 11 | 16 | -8 | 14 | |
| 12 | 16 | -24 | 8 |
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League page →Frequently asked questions
What is the Winning Arena prediction for Deportivo Universitario vs Herrera?
The Model pick is Both teams to score with a model probability of 60, priced around 1.62 by the bookmakers.
What are the Deportivo Universitario v Herrera probabilities?
Deportivo Universitario win 65%, draw 21%, Herrera win 14%.
What is the most probable score for Deportivo Universitario vs Herrera?
Deportivo Universitario 2–1 Herrera is the highest cell in the Poisson grid.
What is the xG for Deportivo Universitario vs Herrera?
Deportivo Universitario 2.12, Herrera 0.90 – over 2.5 at 60%, BTTS at 60%.
What time is Deportivo Universitario vs Herrera?
Saturday 14 November 2026, 22:00 WAT, at Estadio Universidad Latina – Liga Panameña De Fútbol.

