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Model Evolution Architecture

Model Evolution History (v1.0 → v3.0)

Every model iteration is documented, benchmarked, and auditable. Track the progression of goal expectation engines, calibration curves, and market intelligence layers.

Version Progression Pipeline

Jan 2026v1.0
Poisson Baseline
Mar 2026v1.3
Dixon-Coles Dependence
Apr 2026v1.8
ELO &
Jun 2026v2.2
Platt Scaling
Jul 2026v2.8
Market Intelligence
Jul 2026 Milestonev3.0
Scientific Validation

Algorithmic Evolution Release Log

v1.0

Poisson Baseline Model

Released: Jan 2026
DEPRECATED
Rationale & Objective

Establish baseline Independent Double Poisson goal expectation probabilities.

Core Feature Architecture

Rolling 10-match home/away xG offensive & defensive parameters.

Metric Impact: Brier Score: 0.2240 | Log Loss: 0.685
Reference Paper: RP-001 Baseline Goal Modeling
v1.3

Dixon-Coles Dependence Engine

Released: Mar 2026
SUPERSEDED
Rationale & Objective

Correct low-scoring goal dependence (0-0, 1-0, 0-1, 1-1) under-estimation.

Core Feature Architecture

Bivariate dependence factor rho (-0.041) and time-decay weighting.

Metric Impact: Brier Score: 0.2110 (5.8% imp) | ECE: 0.038
Reference Paper: RP-004 Low-Score Covariance Correction
v1.8

ELO & Travel Fatigue Integration

Released: Apr 2026
SUPERSEDED
Rationale & Objective

Incorporate team momentum, FIFA window fatigue vectors, and venue rating deltas.

Core Feature Architecture

Opponent-strength adjusted ELO ratings and travel distance decay.

Metric Impact: Brier Score: 0.2045 (3.1% imp) | CLV: +2.4%
Reference Paper: RP-008 Fatigue Vector Attenuation
v2.2

Platt Scaling & Isotonic Calibration

Released: Jun 2026
ACTIVE PRODUCTION
Rationale & Objective

Transform raw model probabilities into calibrated empirical confidence intervals.

Core Feature Architecture

Non-linear Platt scaling layer & cohort-specific derby calibration.

Metric Impact: Brier Score: 0.1982 | ECE: 0.0145 (< 0.02 Target PASS)
Reference Paper: RP-012 Probability Surface Calibration
v2.8

Market Intelligence & Pinnacle CLV

Released: Jul 2026
ACTIVE PRODUCTION
Rationale & Objective

Benchmark model implied odds against Pinnacle closing line price action.

Core Feature Architecture

Closing Line Value (CLV) delta tracking & fractional Kelly staking.

Metric Impact: CLV Alpha: +4.8% vs Pinnacle Closing Lines
Reference Paper: RP-015 Market Efficiency Benchmarks
v3.0

Scientific Validation & Prediction DOI

Released: Jul 2026 Milestone
CURRENT MILESTONE
Rationale & Objective

HandicapLab v2 Milestone. Transition to Quantitative Research Institute.

Core Feature Architecture

Immutable Prediction DOI (HLP-2026-EPL-000421), Trust Center, Hall of Mistakes.

Metric Impact: 100% Verifiable | 100% Immutable Ledger | 0% Future Leakage
Reference Paper: RP-020 Public Ledger Architecture