On Thursday, Belarus and Montenegro will clash in an exciting friendly encounter at the Mardan Sports Complex, with both teams aiming to secure a morale-boosting victory. Let's dive into the predictions, team news, and betting tips for this intriguing matchup.
Match Preview:
Belarus enters the game looking to break their winless streak against Montenegro, having failed to secure victory in their last four encounters. Despite finishing their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign with a 1-0 win over Kosovo, Belarus fell short of securing a spot in the tournament. However, they will be eager to build on their recent success and start the new year on a positive note by securing a third consecutive victory.
Meanwhile, Montenegro aims to bounce back from their disappointing Euro 2024 qualifying campaign, which saw them miss out on a place in Germany. Despite their recent struggles on the road, Montenegro possesses the firepower needed to secure a win against Belarus. With a strong desire to begin the new year with a victory, Montenegro will be determined to claim all three points in this friendly clash.
Head-To-Head and Key Numbers:
- This will be the fifth meeting between Belarus and Montenegro, with Montenegro holding the edge with two wins and two draws in their previous encounters.
- Belarus is unbeaten in their last four matches, recording two wins and two draws.
- Montenegro has won just one of their last four friendly matches, with two losses and two draws.
- Belarus has won four of their last five friendly matches, with their only defeat coming against Oman.
Prediction:
Despite Belarus' recent resurgence, Montenegro possesses the quality to secure a narrow victory in this encounter. With both teams aiming to make a statement, expect an entertaining clash with goals on both ends. Final prediction: Belarus 1-2 Montenegro.
Betting Tips:
1. Result: Montenegro to win
2. Over 10.5 Corners: No (Based on recent trends)
3. Both Teams to Score: Yes