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Ludogorets vs Zalgiris Vilnius Free Prediction and Betting Tips
Bookmaker Ratings prediction one: Ludogorets win or draw and under 3.5 goals – 1.61
Bookmaker Ratings prediction two: Ludogorets -1 goal handicap – 1.66
Bookmaker Ratings prediction three: Correct score group bet 1-0, 2-0, 3-0 – 3.80
Ludogorets Win or Draw and Under 3.5 Goals
Ludogorets won eight of their last ten home fixtures giving them an 80% chance of winning this match. In the goals stats, seven of Ludogorets’ and eight of Zalgiris’ last ten matches produced under 3.5 goals.
Ludogorets -1 Goal Handicap
Playing at the Huvepharma Arena, Ludogorets covered the -1 goal handicap in 80% of their last ten fixtures. Zalgiris meanwhile failed against the suggested handicap in two of their last three trips.
Correct Score Group Bet 1-0, 2-0, 3-0
With Ludogorets being the favorites to win this game according to the bookies, the stats show that Zalgiris lost three of their last six away games in Europe to nil. Ludogorets on the other side won by one of these scores in two of their three games in Europe this season.
Preliminary Review and Match Prediction for Ludogorets vs Zalgiris Vilnius
Ludogorets
Champions of Bulgaria Ludogorets failed to remain in the Champions League after being eliminated by Dinamo Zagreb in the previous round. The Eagles lost both legs suffering their first home defeat in eight fixtures. Since 2012, Ludogorets played in the group stages of the UCL or UEL eight times.
In the Europa League, the Eagles have played 59 matches winning 18 and losing 22. Their best result was a 1st place finish in 2013/14 when they reached round 16 after knocking out Lazio in the round of 32. Currently, Ludogorets are averaging 2.20 goals scored in their last ten matches.
Zalgiris Vilnius
Similar to their opponents, Zalgilis were crowned Lithuanian champions last season and played in the Champions League qualifications in the previous round. However, the Green Whites’ adventure was halted at the second hurdle as they lost to Bodo/Glimt 1-6 on aggregate.
In their last ten ten fixtures across all competitions, Zalgiris are averaging 1.70 goals scored per game. While defensively the Green-Whites had one clean sheet in their three European away games this season and conceded six goals in the process.
Ludogorets vs Zalgiris Vilnius Prediction
Between these two teams, Ludogorets obviously have much more experience in Europe and thus are the favorites to qualify to the group stage phase. As we covered in the preview, this will be the Bulgarians’ ninth appearance if they succeed. We predict Ludogorets to win but since the odds are low, we will combine it with a draw and under 3.5 goals.
Ludogorets left the battle for the Champions League with pride https://t.co/JHIi8Zh3lX #ludogorets pic.twitter.com/kLjWczx7if
— PFC Ludogorets 1945 (@Ludogorets1945) August 10, 2022
Safe Bet
The statistics show a 55% chance that both teams will not score in this match. To justify, Ludogorets’ and Zalgiris’ four of their last five fixtures saw goals scored by one team. Hence, with odds of 1.79 at 22Bet, we will back both teams not to score on Thursday.
Highlighted player
Cauly Oliveira Souza
Cauly is a Brazilian player who joined the ranks of Ludogorets in 2020. Since then the 26 years old played in 94 matches and scored 25 goals. This season Cauly scored four goals and has two assists in five games in all competition.
Ludogorets vs Zalgiris Vilnius Team News
For Ludogorets, Midfielder Claude Goncalves and Goalkeeper Serio Padt are both injured. Meanwhile, Yankov, Karnicnick, and Rick are all suspended for this match.
On the other side, there are no reported injuries but Mamic is suspended for Zalgiris.
Ludogorets vs Zalgiris Vilnius Predicted Lineups
Ludogorets 4-3-4
Goalkeeper: Sluga Defenders: Cicinho, Verdon, Plastun, Nedyalkov Midfielders: Yordanov, Show, Piotrowski, Forwards: Despodov, Igor Thiago, Cauly.
Zalgiris Vilnius 4-4-2
Goalkeeper: Gertmonas Defenders: Mikoliunas, Pavelic, Ljubisavljevic, Kazukolovas Midfielders: Buff, Gorobsov, Milickovic, Ourega Forwards: Kyeremeh, Oliveira.
Most Popular FAQ for Ludogorets vs Zalgiris Vilnius
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
Ludogorets beat Zalgiris 4-1 on 19.07.2017 in Razgrad.
Where will this match be played?
Thursday’s game will be played at Huvepharma Arena in Razgrad.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this fixture?
We recommend checking out the odds at 22Bet for Ludogorets vs Zalgiris Vilnius.
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