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Bray Wanderers v UCD: 1 November 2026 · 15:00 at Tolka Park (Dublin). We see little between the teams. Scroll down for the tip, the chances of each outcome, absences and our breakdown of the game.
Bray Wanderers vs UCD: analysis of the match
What our tip is based on
- Table. Bray Wanderers are 3rd in the table, on 54 points after 36 matches (15W 9D 12L), and UCD are 2nd, on 56 points (16W 8D 12L).
- Attack and defence. On average Bray Wanderers score 1.9 goals a match in the competition and concede 1.4; for UCD the figures are 1.9 scored and 1.3 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Bray Wanderers: 17W 9D 12L, goals 72–54; UCD: 18W 8D 12L, goals 71–51.
- Head to head. From 24 meetings: 13 wins for Bray Wanderers, 8 wins for UCD and 3 draws, with the goals at 43–28.
What to expect
For us, Bray Wanderers are the more likely winners. We estimate a 2–1 score, roughly 3 goals in all, with 1–1 (10.5%) the most probable single result. Goals at both ends are likely in an open game.
In the goals market we pick Both teams to score (odds 1.50), and we rate it at 64%. Our numbers give both teams scoring a 64% chance and more than 2.5 goals a 62% chance.
Prediction summary
- Meetings: 24; Bray Wanderers 13 wins, 3 draws, UCD 8 wins.
- An average of 3.0 goals per meeting between these teams.
- In the competition, goals scored–conceded: Bray Wanderers 72–54, UCD 71–51.
- Expected: roughly 3 goals; over 2.5 goals: 62%.
- Out: Bray Wanderers 0, UCD 0.
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes (probability 64%, best price 1.50). With roughly 3 goals expected, it fits the picture.
Absences
Absent for Bray Wanderers: no absences. Absent for UCD: no absences. Team news may change, so check it again before kick-off.
Bray Wanderers vs UCD: compare the odds
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | 2.13 | 3.90 | 3.25 |
| Market average | 2.02 | 3.64 | 3.01 |
| Lowest odds | 1.90 | 3.25 | 2.75 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.15 | 1.13 | 80.7% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.53 | 1.47 | 61.8% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.55 | 2.39 | 38.2% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.33 | 2.20 | 41.9% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.50 | 1.43 | 63.7% |
| BTTS – no | 2.80 | 2.51 | 36.3% |
Prices from several bookmakers, combined and updated 1/11/26, 12:05. They are for guidance and can differ at any one operator. Margin, on average: 10.3%.
At a glance
- Likely result: Bray Wanderers 1–1 UCD, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Bray Wanderers 3rd (54 points), UCD 2nd (56 points).
- Form in the competition: Bray Wanderers 17W 9D 12L (72:54), UCD 18W 8D 12L (71:51).
- H2H: 24 matches: Bray Wanderers 13W 3D 8L, goals 43–28.
- Absences: Bray Wanderers 0, UCD 0.
Who will win Bray Wanderers vs UCD?
Our estimate uses odds from several bookmakers after removing the margin. It does not guarantee any result.
Bray Wanderers vs UCD: more betting tips
Fair odds = 1 / probability. Value exists when the best odds available are above the fair odds. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider < 50%.
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Bray Wanderers vs UCD: team news and absences
Bray Wanderers
- No reported absences
UCD
- No reported absences
Changes are possible before kick-off.
Standings and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Cork City | 36 | 23-6-7 | 74:35 | 75 |
| 2 | UCD | 36 | 16-8-12 | 67:51 | 56 |
| 3 | Bray Wanderers | 36 | 15-9-12 | 67:53 | 54 |
| 4 |  Kerry FC | 36 | 14-10-12 | 45:41 | 52 |
| 5 |  Longford Town | 36 | 14-10-12 | 49:46 | 52 |
| 6 |  Cobh Ramblers | 36 | 14-7-15 | 46:54 | 49 |
| 7 |  Athlone Town | 36 | 13-9-14 | 42:43 | 48 |
| 8 |  Wexford | 36 | 11-9-16 | 44:58 | 42 |
| 9 |  Treaty United | 36 | 11-9-16 | 37:53 | 42 |
| 10 |  Finn Harps | 36 | 7-7-22 | 33:70 | 28 |
Recent matches
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Questions and answers
What do we tip for Bray Wanderers vs UCD?
Draw or UCD (X2) (1.80); Both teams to score (1.50).
Who will win Bray Wanderers vs UCD?
We estimate: Bray Wanderers win 45%, draw 25%, UCD win 30%.
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 1 November 2026, kick-off: 15:00, venue: Tolka Park, Dublin.
Who will be missing?
Bray Wanderers: no absences. UCD: no absences. Changes are possible before kick-off.
Will the match produce over 2.5 goals?
We estimate over 2.5 goals at 62% (odds 1.53); for fewer than 2.5 the figure is 38% (odds 2.55).
Will both teams score?
By our estimate, both teams score with a probability of 64% (odds 1.50).
Which correct score is the likeliest?
We rate 1–1 as most likely (10.5%), then 2–1 (9.2%) and 1–0 (7.5%).
What are your predictions based on?
We start from the prices of several bookmakers, remove their margin and average them to get probabilities; a Poisson distribution then gives us the expected goals and the most probable scores. Form, head to head and absences appear on the page as extra context. We publish predictions purely as information, and none of them promises a winning outcome.
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