Marquette Golden Eagles vs Xavier Musketeers predictions, Jan 07, 2026

Jan 07, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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In an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Marquette Golden Eagles will face off against the Xavier Musketeers on January 7, 2026. The game will take place at the Marquette Golden Eagles’ home court, adding an extra layer of advantage for the home team.

Both teams have shown varying degrees of success in their recent form. Marquette Golden Eagles have struggled, failing to secure a victory in their last five matches, while Xavier Musketeers have managed to come out on top in two of their last five games. This discrepancy in form is reflected in the bookmakers’ odds, with the home team being favored to win with odds of 1.43, compared to the away team’s odds of 2.79.

Tactically, Marquette Golden Eagles will need to find a way to break Xavier Musketeers’ defense and capitalize on scoring opportunities. On the other hand, Xavier Musketeers will aim to maintain their solid defense and exploit any weaknesses in their opponent’s game.

While the odds may favor the home team, basketball is a sport known for its unpredictability. It will be interesting to see how both teams perform on the day and which one will come out on top in this intriguing matchup.

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Marquette
65.6%		 Xavier
34.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 81:76

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball Marquette: 0.17%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.42 2.7
WilliamHill 1.45 2.75
Pinnacle 1.44 2.48
Best for US Customers 1.4 2.9

Latest Results

04.01.26 Connecticut Huskies basketball – Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – 73:57
30.12.25 Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – Seton Hall Pirates basketball – 73:79
20.12.25 Creighton Blue Jays basketball – Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – 84:63
17.12.25 Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – Georgetown Hoyas basketball – 69:78
13.12.25 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – 79:59		 03.01.26 DePaul Blue Demons basketball – Xavier Musketeers basketball – 86:77
31.12.25 Xavier Musketeers basketball – Connecticut Huskies basketball – 67:90
20.12.25 Georgetown Hoyas basketball – Xavier Musketeers basketball – 77:80
17.12.25 Xavier Musketeers basketball – Creighton Blue Jays basketball – 57:98
12.12.25 Xavier Musketeers basketball – Missouri State Bears basketball – 75:57

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Marquette won 4.
  • Marquette is on a losing streak (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • Xavier has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Marquette may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Marquette will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Marquette won 15 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 1535:1423. (average 76.8:71.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Marquette won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 745:634. (average 74.5:63.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.03.25 Xavier Musketeers basketball – Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – 87:89
    18.01.25 Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – Xavier Musketeers basketball – 57:59
    21.12.24 Xavier Musketeers basketball – Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – 70:72
    09.03.24 Xavier Musketeers basketball – Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – 80:86
    25.02.24 Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – Xavier Musketeers basketball – 88:64

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.3 (11.05%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 4.4 (10.8%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 8.8 (5.4%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 10.2 (4.66%)

    5. Iowa State: 11 (4.32%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.66%)

    7. Duke Blue Devils: 13.6 (3.5%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 15.2 (3.13%)

    9. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16.8 (2.83%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (1.83%)

    11. Michigan State: 27 (1.76%)

    12. Brigham Young: 27 (1.76%)

    13. Michigan State Spartans W: 29 (1.64%)

    14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 29.4 (1.62%)

    15. Alabama Crimson Tide: 30.4 (1.56%)

    16. Florida Gators: 33.4 (1.42%)

    17. Kansas Jayhawks: 33.4 (1.42%)

    18. Louisville: 34 (1.4%)

    19. Arkansas State: 34 (1.4%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 38.25 (1.24%)

    21. Texas Tech: 41 (1.16%)

    22. Tennessee Volunteers: 43 (1.11%)

    23. North Carolina: 43 (1.11%)

    24. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 50.2 (0.95%)

    25. Kentucky Wildcats: 52.2 (0.91%)

    26. St. Johns Sonics: 75 (0.63%)

    27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 80.2 (0.59%)

    28. Virginia Cavaliers: 80.2 (0.59%)

    29. St. Johns Red Storm: 81.5 (0.58%)

    30. VCU Rams: 100 (0.48%)

    31. UC Irvine: 100 (0.48%)

    32. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.48%)

    33. High Point: 100 (0.48%)

    34. Seton Hall Pirates: 100 (0.48%)

    35. UC San Diego: 100 (0.48%)

    36. George Mason: 100 (0.48%)

    37. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.48%)

    38. McNeese State: 100 (0.48%)

    39. Utah State: 100 (0.48%)

    40. Penn State: 100 (0.48%)

    41. Yale: 100 (0.48%)

    42. St. Louis Billikens: 100 (0.48%)

    43. Georgetown: 100 (0.48%)

    44. Troy: 100 (0.48%)

    45. Akron Zips: 100 (0.48%)

    46. Saint Marys: 100 (0.48%)

    47. Boston College: 100 (0.48%)

    48. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.48%)

    49. California Maritime: 100 (0.48%)

    50. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.48%)

    51. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.48%)

    52. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.48%)

    53. Baylor Bears: 100.2 (0.47%)

    54. SMU Mustangs: 100.2 (0.47%)

    55. UCLA: 105.2 (0.45%)

    56. UCF Knights: 110.2 (0.43%)

    57. Clemson: 110.2 (0.43%)

    58. Auburn Tigers: 110.2 (0.43%)

    59. Villanova Wildcats: 120.2 (0.4%)

    60. Indiana Hoosiers: 120.2 (0.4%)

    61. Missouri Tigers: 120.2 (0.4%)

    62. Georgia Bulldogs: 120.2 (0.4%)

    63. USC Trojans: 120.2 (0.4%)

    64. NC State: 120.2 (0.4%)

    65. Virginia Tech: 130.2 (0.37%)

    66. Wisconsin Badgers: 130.2 (0.37%)

    67. Ohio State Buckeyes: 130.2 (0.37%)

    68. Stanford Cardinal: 130.2 (0.37%)

    69. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.35%)

    70. LSU: 150.2 (0.32%)

    71. TCU: 150.2 (0.32%)

    72. San Diego State: 150.2 (0.32%)

    73. Texas Longhorns: 150.2 (0.32%)

    74. Texas A&M: 150.2 (0.32%)

    75. Wake Forest: 180.2 (0.26%)

    76. Syracuse Orange: 180.2 (0.26%)

    77. Butler Bulldogs: 180.2 (0.26%)

    78. Creighton: 180.2 (0.26%)

    79. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.26%)

    80. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.26%)

    81. Oregon Ducks: 180.2 (0.26%)

    82. Boise State: 230.2 (0.21%)

    83. Memphis Tigers: 230.2 (0.21%)

    84. Kansas State: 230.2 (0.21%)

    85. Washington Huskies: 230.2 (0.21%)

    86. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.21%)

    87. New Mexico: 230.2 (0.21%)

    88. Cincinnati Bearcats: 230.2 (0.21%)

    89. Arizona State: 230.2 (0.21%)

    90. California Golden Bears: 262.75 (0.18%)

    91. Ole Miss Rebels: 262.75 (0.18%)

    92. Maryland Terrapins: 280.2 (0.17%)

    93. South Carolina Gamecocks: 280.2 (0.17%)

    94. Marquette: 280.2 (0.17%)

    95. Colorado State: 280.2 (0.17%)

    96. Pittsburgh Panthers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    97. Colorado: 280.2 (0.17%)

    98. Utah Utes: 280.2 (0.17%)

    99. Northwestern Wildcats: 280.2 (0.17%)

    100. Notre Dame: 280.2 (0.17%)

    101. Xavier Musketeers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    102. Mississippi St.: 280.2 (0.17%)

    103. Georgia Tech: 280.2 (0.17%)

    104. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.17%)

    105. Providence Friars: 280.2 (0.17%)

    106. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 280.2 (0.17%)

    107. Florida State: 280.2 (0.17%)

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