Football Result

Verification of the Result Prediction

Power Comparison in the League

Team Formations

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance

Recent Matches before the game

H2H Record before the game

In a USL Championship match held on July 19, 2025, Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC defeated Birmingham Legion FC 1-0 at Protective Stadium. Marco Micaletto's 83rd-minute goal proved to be the difference. Birmingham controlled possession with 55.2%, but struggled to convert their 11 shots into goals, only managing 3 on target. The Switchbacks, despite having less possession (44.8%) and fewer shots (8 total, 3 on target), capitalized on their opportunities. The AI prediction favored Birmingham to win, which proved incorrect, highlighting the unpredictable nature of soccer, even though the AI correctly predicted that the game was expected to be balanced. Birmingham committed 17 fouls, resulting in 3 yellow cards, compared to Colorado Springs' 9 fouls and 1 yellow card. Birmingham's recent form has been inconsistent with 2 draws, 1 loss, and 2 wins in their last 5 games, while Colorado Springs had been struggling, losing 3 of their last 5, prior to this victory. This win is a significant boost for Colorado Springs, especially after a string of losses, while Birmingham will need to improve their finishing to convert possession into goals. Analyzing the formations, Birmingham's 5-4-1 may have contributed to their defensive solidity, but potentially hindered their attacking prowess, while Colorado Springs' 4-2-3-1 allowed them to stay compact and efficient on the counter. Historically, previous head-to-head games between these two teams have been close affairs, with both sides managing to win. This win for Colorado Springs breaks a recent trend where Birmingham had the upper hand in their matchups.