Postmatch editorial
Linfield followed the pre-match prices
The final score was Linfield 3-2 Stjarnan. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Joel Cooper put the first mark on the match 7', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Linfield led Corners 12-2. Linfield also shaded Possession 57%-43%.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Linfield the favourite at 56.3% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Linfield
56.3%
Key stats
Match numbers
Corners
LinfieldLinfield
Stjarnan
12
2
Possession
LinfieldLinfield
Stjarnan
57%
43%
Shots on target
StjarnanLinfield
Stjarnan
5
6