Sat, 24 Jan 2026, 17:15
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Match Timeline

35'
J. Cook
Normal Goal
41'
C. West
Normal Goal
49'
J. Davies
Normal Goal
54'
U. Kargbo🔄
Substitution 1 → E. Roberts
54'
D. Roberts🟨
Yellow Card
55'
C. West🔄
Substitution 1 → J. Kenny
55'
A. Sharif🔄
Substitution 2 → F. Redshaw
63'
A. Edwards🔄
Substitution 2 → A. Moore
86'
K. Margetson🟨
Yellow Card
90+3'
C. Bratley🔄
Substitution 3 → Z. Ismail
90+4'
D. Roberts🔄
Substitution 4 → D. Cowan
90+5'
N. Peate🔄
Substitution 3 → R. Astles
90+7'
R. Astles
Normal Goal

Head-to-Head

📈 Team Form & Statistics

Colwyn Bay
Colwyn Bay
Form: L-L-W-W-L
GAP Connah S Quay FC
GAP Connah S Quay FC
Form: D-W-W-W-W
Record
5 W
0 D
5 L
8 W
1 D
1 L
Goals Per Game
1.9
Scored
vs
2.6
Scored
1.7
Conceded
vs
1.0
Conceded
Betting Indicators
Clean Sheets
10%
Clean Sheets
30%
BTTS
70%
BTTS
70%
Home/Away Performance
Scored
Home:2.5
Away:1.5
Conceded
Home:2.8
Away:1.0
Scored
Home:3.2
Away:2.0
Conceded
Home:1.0
Away:1.0

⚡ Elo Ratings

Long Term Elo Rating
1498
Average
1686
Good
Short Term Elo Rating
1549
↑ Momentum (+51)
1732
↑ Momentum (+47)
Expected Outcome
19%
Home Win
25%
Draw
56%
Away Win
Attack & Defence Elo
Long Term
1513
Attack
1624
1578
Defence
1648
Recent Form
1537
Attack
1708
1627
Defence
1660
Post-Match Changes
+5
Rating Change
0
Rating Change
Elo ratings measure team strength based on match results and opponent quality. Higher ratings indicate stronger teams.

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Goals Galore on the Bay? Connah's Quay to Light Up the Net
Recommendation:OVER_2_5
Odds:1.80
Expected Value:+17.0%
Confidence:65

Right then, let's have a proper look at this Welsh Premier League clash. Colwyn Bay, sitting 6th with 30 points, welcome the high-flying GAP Connah's Quay, who are a comfortable second with 47 points. On paper, it's a bit of a mismatch, but football's not played on paper, is it? It's played on a pitch, often in Wales, where anything can happen. First, the form guide. Colwyn Bay are the definition of a rollercoaster. Their last ten? Five wins and five losses – no draws, bless 'em. They're either brilliant or bang average. At home, they're a proper entertainers' side, scoring 2.5 goals a game but shipping a worrying 2.75 at the other end. Just look at their recent results: a thrilling 5-4 win over Penybont, but also a 1-4 hiding from Barry Town and a 1-2 loss to Flint Town United. They can beat the good sides, like Caernarfon Town away, but then lose to the strugglers. It's all a bit chaotic. Now, Connah's Quay are a different kettle of fish. They're proper consistent. Eight wins, one draw, and just one loss in their last ten. That loss was in the cup, mind. In the league, they're flying. They've just beaten the league leaders, The New Saints, 3-1. They score for fun – 2.6 goals a game on average – and are tight at the back, conceding just one a game. Away from home, they're still strong, winning 60% of their games and scoring two per trip. The head-to-head makes for grim reading if you're a Bay fan. Connah's Quay have won four of the last six meetings, including a 2-1 victory just last month. Over 2.5 goals has landed in four of those six clashes, and both teams have scored in most of them. So, what's gonna happen? Connah's Quay are the better side, no two ways about it. The odds of 1.90 for an away win are tempting. But Colwyn Bay at home are a bit of a wildcard – they always seem to find the net, even if they leave the back door wide open. That's where the real value might be. **Key Points:** * **Form:** Connah's Quay are in superb form (8W, 1D, 1L last 10). Colwyn Bay are wildly inconsistent (5W, 0D, 5L). * **Home/Away Stats:** Colwyn Bay score (2.5) and concede (2.75) loads at home. Connah's Quay score 2.0 and concede 1.0 away. * **Head-to-Head:** Connah's Quay dominate with 4 wins in 6. The last meeting was a 2-1 away win for them. * **Goal Trends:** 70% of both teams' recent games saw Both Teams Score. Over 2.5 goals happened in 4 of their 6 past meetings. * **Recent Results:** Colwyn Bay's last home league games: 5-4 win, 1-2 loss, 3-1 win, 1-4 loss. Goals guaranteed! **The Simple Verdict:** Trying to pick a winner here is tricky with Colwyn Bay's Jekyll and Hyde act. But one thing is stone-cold certain: goals. Colwyn Bay's home games are a goal-fest, and Connah's Quay have the firepower to contribute heavily. The maths says the fair price for Over 2.5 goals is better than the 1.80 on offer. So, let's keep it simple and back the nets to bulge. **My Tip: Over 2.5 Goals**

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Welsh Premier League Showdown: Can Colwyn Bay Halt the Connah's Quay Juggernaut?
Recommendation:OVER_2_5
Odds:1.80
Expected Value:+26.0%

Alright my braai masters and beer lovers! We've got a cracking Welsh Premier League clash here that's got goals written all over it. Let's break down the data without any fluff – just like a proper South African braai, we're keeping it simple and focused on the meaty stats. Colwyn Bay sit 6th with 30 points, while GAP Connah S Quay FC are flying high in 2nd with 47 points. That 17-point gap tells you everything about the consistency difference this season. But football isn't played on paper, it's played on the pitch, and the numbers from recent matches paint a fascinating picture. Colwyn Bay's form is the definition of unpredictable. In their last 10, they've managed impressive wins like a 2-1 victory away at 4th-placed Caernarfon Town and that insane 5-4 thriller at home against Penybont. But they've also coughed up disappointing losses, like a 1-2 home defeat to 11th-placed Flint Town United and a 1-4 hammering by Barry Town at their own ground. Their home defense is a major concern, conceding 2.75 goals per game on average in their last four home outings. They score plenty at home (2.50 per game) but they leak goals like a sieve. Connah's Quay, on the other hand, are in sublime form. Eight wins and just one loss in their last ten is title-challenger stuff. They've beaten the league leaders The New Saints 3-1, smashed Penybont 4-0, and already beat Colwyn Bay 2-1 back in December. Their away record is solid with a 60% win rate, scoring 2.00 goals per game on the road while conceding just 1.00. They are a machine. The head-to-head history heavily favors the visitors, with Connah's Quay winning four of the six meetings. Goals are a common theme when these two meet, with Over 2.5 goals landing in four of those six clashes and both teams scoring in four as well. The most recent meeting was a 2-1 win for Connah's Quay. Looking at the trends, Colwyn Bay's goals scored and points are on a downward slope, while Connah's Quay's metrics are stable and strong. The goal expectancies point to a high-scoring affair, with a combined baseline pointing towards over four goals. **Key Points:** * Connah's Quay are 2nd, 17 points ahead of 6th-placed Colwyn Bay. * Connah's Quay have won 8 of their last 10 matches (80% win rate). * Colwyn Bay's home games are goal fests: averaging 5.25 total goals in their last 4 at home. * Head-to-head: Connah's Quay have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. * Over 2.5 goals has occurred in 4 of the last 6 H2H matches. * Both teams have a 70% Both Teams to Score rate in their recent form. **Summary:** While Connah's Quay are the clear favorites and the away win at 1.90 offers value, the most compelling bet for me is on goals. Colwyn Bay's attack at home is potent, but their defense is charitable. Connah's Quay score freely and have shown they can concede, especially on the road (2 goals at Caernarfon). All the data – from recent form, H2H history, and venue trends – screams goals. I'm backing the Over 2.5 Goals market here. It's the smart play for a game that should be more entertaining than a braai with only salads (WTF are vegetables, anyway?).

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Goal Fest Expected as Colwyn Bay Hosts High-Flying GAP Connah's Quay
Recommendation:OVER_2_5
Odds:1.80
Expected Value:+17.0%
Confidence:75

Get ready for fireworks in the Welsh Premier League as Colwyn Bay welcomes second-placed GAP Connah's Quay to their home ground. When I see numbers like these, I get that special tingle—the kind that tells me we're in for a proper goal-fest. Let's dive into why this match has 'Over' written all over it. Colwyn Bay have been the definition of entertainment at home lately, but not necessarily for their defensive solidity. In their last four home matches, they've conceded a whopping 2.75 goals per game on average. The scores tell the story: a thrilling 5-4 victory over Penybont, a 3-1 win against bottom-side llanelli AFC, but also a concerning 1-4 defeat to Barry Town and a 1-2 loss to Flint Town United. They score plenty (2.5 per game at home) but leave the back door wide open. Against a side of GAP's quality, that's a recipe for goals. And what quality GAP Connah's Quay possess. They sit comfortably in second, boasting an impressive 8 wins from their last 10. Their attack is relentless, averaging 2.6 goals per game over that period. They've put three past Barry Town, four past Briton Ferry, and, most impressively, three past league leaders The New Saints in a statement 3-1 victory. Even on the road, they average a solid 2.0 goals scored. They are a machine built to punish defensive frailties. The head-to-head history screams goals. Four of the last six meetings between these sides have seen over 2.5 goals, with an average of 3.17 goals per clash. Their most recent encounter just last month was a 2-1 win for GAP. The pattern is clear: when these two meet, the net bulges. Recent form for both teams shows a 70% 'Both Teams to Score' rate, and the underlying goal expectancies are mouth-watering. Colwyn Bay's home matches are averaging a staggering 5.25 total goals. Combine that with GAP's potent attack, and you have the perfect storm for an action-packed 90 minutes. **Key Points:** * Colwyn Bay's last four home games have **all** featured over 2.5 goals, with an average of 5.25 total goals. * GAP Connah's Quay have scored 26 goals in their last 10 matches (2.6 per game). * Four of the last six H2H meetings have seen Over 2.5 goals. * Both teams have seen BTTS in 70% of their recent fixtures. * Colwyn Bay concedes 2.75 goals per game at home; GAP scores 2.0 per game away. **The Big O Verdict:** This isn't a complicated one, folks. We have a vulnerable home defense against one of the league's most potent attacks. Colwyn Bay will likely score—they almost always do at home—but they simply cannot keep GAP out. The market offers Over 2.5 Goals at a tempting 1.80. Given the overwhelming evidence pointing towards a high-scoring affair, I see tremendous value here. Strap in and enjoy the show—this one promises plenty of action and, most importantly for us, plenty of goals.

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Welsh Premier League Clash: Can Colwyn Bay's Attack Overcome GAP's Momentum?
Recommendation:OVER_2_5
Odds:1.80
Expected Value:+22.4%
Confidence:68

As a hyper-cautious analyst who only backs selections with a genuine probability exceeding 65%, I've scrutinised every data point for this Welsh Premier League encounter. The gulf in the table is stark: second-placed GAP Connah S Quay FC (47 points, +23 GD) host sixth-placed Colwyn Bay (30 points, +4 GD). The 17-point chasm tells a story of consistency versus inconsistency over the season so far. Recent form paints an even clearer picture. GAP Connah S Quay FC are in formidable touch, boasting eight wins, one draw, and just a single defeat in their last ten outings. That solitary loss came in the Welsh Cup against Llandudno. Their league form is exceptional, highlighted by a commanding 3-1 victory over league leaders The New Saints and a 4-0 demolition of third-placed Penybont. They travel with confidence, averaging two goals per game on the road while conceding just one. Their recent 2-1 win over this very Colwyn Bay side in December reinforces their psychological edge. Colwyn Bay's form is a classic case of Jekyll and Hyde. Their last ten games show a perfect split: five wins and five losses, with no draws. They are capable of impressive results, such as a 2-1 away win at Caernarfon Town and a thrilling 5-4 home victory over Penybont. However, their defensive frailties, particularly at home, are a major concern. They ship an alarming 2.75 goals per game on their own patch, as evidenced by heavy defeats like the 1-4 loss to Barry Town. Their attack, averaging a healthy 2.50 goals per home game, is their saving grace but also contributes to an inherently open style. The head-to-head record heavily favours the visitors, with GAP Connah S Quay FC winning four of the six meetings. Crucially for our analysis, four of those six clashes featured over 2.5 goals, including the most recent 2-1 result. This trend aligns perfectly with the current data: 70% of both teams' recent matches have seen Both Teams to Score, and Colwyn Bay's home games are goal festivals, averaging over five total goals. **Key Points:** * **Form Disparity:** GAP Connah S Quay FC are in superb form (8W-1D-1L last 10), while Colwyn Bay are wildly inconsistent (5W-0D-5L). * **Home Defense a Liability:** Colwyn Bay concede 2.75 goals per game at home, a critical weakness against a potent GAP attack averaging 2.60 goals overall. * **Goal-Heavy History:** 4 of the last 6 head-to-head meetings produced over 2.5 goals. * **Attack vs. Defense:** Colwyn Bay's potent home attack (2.50 GF/game) meets GAP's solid away defense (1.00 GA/game), but GAP's firepower should exploit the hosts' leaks. * **Recent Evidence:** Colwyn Bay's recent 5-4 win and 1-4 loss at home, coupled with GAP's 3-1 and 4-2 victories, point to a high-scoring environment. **Summary & Betting Verdict:** For a tipster who demands certainty, the data overwhelmingly points towards goals. Colwyn Bay cannot keep a clean sheet at home, and their attack ensures they usually contribute to the scoreline. GAP Connah S Quay FC are clinical and in prime scoring form. While an away win is the likely outcome, the odds of 1.90 don't offer the clear value I require for a bet with an estimated 62% chance. The market on Over 2.5 Goals, however, is a different story. With both teams' propensity for involved matches, Colwyn Bay's defensive woes, and the historical trend, I calculate a true probability of **68%** for three or more goals. At best available odds of **1.80**, this represents significant value and meets my strict >65% threshold for a recommendation. This is a disciplined, data-backed selection, not a gamble.

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Goals Flow, The Force Predicts
Recommendation:OVER_2_5
Odds:1.80
Expected Value:+26.0%
Confidence:80

Much to consider, there is. A clash between the steady and the storm, this is. Colwyn Bay, in sixth they sit, with thirty points. GAP Connah S Quay FC, second they are, with forty-seven. Seventeen points between them, a chasm in the table. Look at recent journeys, we must. Colwyn Bay's path, rocky it has been. Five wins and five losses in their last ten, no draws. At home, a fortress it is not. They score 2.50 goals per game there, but concede 2.75. A 5-4 victory over Penybont they had, but a 1-2 loss to Flint Town United, who sit eleventh. Against the strong, they often fall. A 1-0 loss to leaders The New Saints and a 1-2 loss to today's opponents just last month. The visitors, a different tale they tell. Eight wins, one draw, one loss in their last ten. A points per game of 2.50, impressive it is. They score 2.60 goals per game and concede only 1.00. Away from home, they win 60% of the time, scoring two per game. A 3-1 victory over the mighty The New Saints they achieved. A 2-2 draw with Caernarfon Town shows they can be tested, but defeated they were not. The history between these sides speaks clearly. Six meetings there have been. GAP Connah S Quay FC wins four, Colwyn Bay wins one, a draw once. Goals, there have been many. Over 2.5 goals in four of those six contests. The last meeting, a 2-1 victory for the visitors. At Colwyn Bay's home, no wins have they taken from this fixture. What does the data whisper? Colwyn Bay's home is a place of goals, 5.25 on average. Their defence, leaky it is. GAP Connah S Quay FC's attack, potent it remains. The goal expectancy numbers point to 4.13 total goals. The market offers 1.80 for over 2.5 goals. Value, I sense. Key Points: * **Form Divide**: GAP Connah S Quay FC (W8-D1-L1 last 10) far surpasses Colwyn Bay's inconsistent run (W5-L5). * **Home Goal Festival**: Colwyn Bay's home games average 5.25 total goals (2.50 scored, 2.75 conceded). * **Head-to-Head Trend**: 4 of the last 6 meetings between these sides featured Over 2.5 Goals. * **Recent Evidence**: Colwyn Bay's last home league game was a 5-4 win; GAP Connah S Quay FC's attack just put three past the league leaders. * **Defensive Concern**: Colwyn Bay has kept just one clean sheet in its last ten matches. In goals, truth lies. Not in possession or passes, but in the net bulging. The data flows towards a game with at least three goals. Bet on the goals to come, you should.

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Connah's Quay: The Statistical Juggernaut Offering Clear Value
Recommendation:AWAY_WIN
Odds:1.90
Expected Value:+23.5%
Confidence:75

The numbers don't lie, and they're singing a very clear tune ahead of this Welsh Premier League clash. Second-placed GAP Connah's Quay FC travel to face a mid-table Colwyn Bay side, and the disparity in form, consistency, and head-to-head dominance is too stark for the odds compilers to have gotten this right. My prime directive is to hunt value, and it's staring us right in the face at 1.90. Let's break down the cold, hard data. Connah's Quay sits 17 points clear of Colwyn Bay in the standings. Over their last ten matches, they've amassed a formidable 2.5 points per game, winning eight, drawing one, and losing only once (a Welsh Cup upset). Their recent league results are a statement of intent: a 3-1 demolition of leaders The New Saints, a 2-0 away win at Flint Town United, and a 4-2 thrashing of Briton Ferry. Crucially, they've already beaten Colwyn Bay this season, a 2-1 victory on December 5th. They score an average of 2.6 goals per game and concede just 1.0, showcasing a balance that Colwyn Bay can only dream of. Colwyn Bay's form is the definition of erratic. Five wins and five losses from their last ten, with zero draws. They can be brilliant, like the 5-4 thriller against Penybont or the 3-1 cup win at Carmarthen Town. But they can also be woefully inconsistent, losing 1-2 at home to a struggling Flint Town United side and shipping four goals in a home defeat to Barry Town. Most concerning is their home defense, conceding a whopping 2.75 goals per game on their own patch. They've kept just one clean sheet in ten matches. While they score plenty at home (2.50 per game), that porous backline is a gift for a clinical side like Connah's Quay. The head-to-head record is a damning indictment for the hosts. Connah's Quay has won four of the last six meetings, with Colwyn Bay managing just one win and one draw. Goals have flowed in this fixture, with four of those six clashes featuring over 2.5 goals. The recent 2-1 result in December shows the pattern holds: Connah's Quay finds a way to win. **Key Points:** * **Form Gulf:** Connah's Quay (2.5 PPG, 8W-1D-1L) is in a different stratosphere to Colwyn Bay (1.5 PPG, 5W-0D-5L). * **Head-to-Head Dominance:** The visitors have won 4 of the last 6 meetings, including the most recent 2-1 victory. * **Home Defensive Frailty:** Colwyn Bay concedes 2.75 goals per game at home, a major weakness against a potent attack. * **Away Fortitude:** Connah's Quay averages 2.0 goals scored and 1.0 conceded on the road, demonstrating effective away performances. * **Odds Mispricing:** The market implies a 52.6% chance of an away win (1/1.90). The true probability, based on all available data, is significantly higher. **Summary & Bet:** The bookmakers have priced Connah's Quay as favourites, but not by enough. This isn't a slight edge; it's a chasm. Colwyn Bay's boom-or-bust nature and defensive vulnerabilities at home are a perfect recipe for a controlled away victory. The 1.90 on offer for **AWAY_WIN** represents substantial positive Expected Value. In the long-term profit game, these are the spots you wait for. Take it.

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