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UEFA Nations League | Fri 02 Oct, 19:45

Faroe Islands v Slovakia Stats

Data last updated: Thu 01 Oct 2026, 09:18 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This UEFA Nations League clash sees Slovakia visit the Faroe Islands, with Slovakia currently leading the group and in strong form. Slovakia has accumulated six points from recent matches, demonstrating solid defensive organization and a more potent attack compared to the Faroe Islands, who have struggled to score and have only two points. Slovakia's tactical discipline and ability to control possession suggest they will seek to assert control early, while the Faroe Islands will likely adopt a defensive posture to contain the visitors and look for counter-attacking opportunities. The match carries significant weight for group standings, adding competitive intensity to the fixture.

BT4Y match pick

Slovakia to Win

  • Slovakia leads the group with 6 points, Faroe Islands have 2 points
  • Slovakia averages 17 shots and 5.5 shots on target per game, Faroe Islands average 10 shots and 3 shots on target
  • Faroe Islands have 100% BTTS rate but no Over 2.5 goals in recent form; Slovakia has 50% Over 2.5 rate
  • Slovakia averages 7.5 corners per game versus Faroe Islands' 4.5
  • Slovakia accumulates more yellow cards (2 per game) indicating aggressive pressing and defensive intensity

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Slovakia to win with a 67.9% chance, reflecting their superior recent form, offensive output, and defensive solidity. Slovakia's higher shot volume and better goal difference underpin their attacking threat, while their disciplined defense concedes fewer goals. The Faroe Islands' limited scoring and points tally suggest they are underdogs. The price offers positive value with a 6.2% edge, making Slovakia a strong selection based on both statistical trends and tactical context. No data limitations affect in this pick.

Model Win Probability67.9%
Strong positive
Implied Market Chance58.1% model chance vs 61.7% implied (-3.6 pts)
Positive
Value Edge58.1% model chance vs 61.7% implied (-3.6 pts)
Strong positive
Recent Form PointsSlovakia 6, Faroe Islands 2
Strong positive
Shots and Offensive PressureSlovakia averages 17 shots/game vs 10 for Faroe Islands
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Slovakia's stronger recent form and superior attacking statistics make them the clear favorite to secure victory. Their ability to generate more shots and maintain defensive discipline provides a tactical and statistical edge over the Faroe Islands, who have struggled to convert chances and accumulate points.

Main risk

Slovakia have the tools to score, but breaking down the Faroe Islands at Tórsvøllur rarely results in a heavy defeat.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome

“Slovakia's offensive consistency and defensive resilience position them well to control this match. Their higher shot volume and ability to maintain pressure should see them break down the Faroe Islands' defense.”

Key Data Signals

Slovakia to Win evidence

Slovakia leads the group with 6 points, Faroe Islands have 2 points

Slovakia averages 17 shots and 5.5 shots on target per game, Faroe Islands average 10 shots and 3 shots on target

Faroe Islands have 100% BTTS rate but no Over 2.5 goals in recent form; Slovakia has 50% Over 2.5 rate

Slovakia averages 7.5 corners per game versus Faroe Islands' 4.5

What To Watch In The Data

Slovakia to Win notes

  • In the last five matches, Slovakia has a 50% Over 2.5 Goals rate, indicating a moderate tempo and goal-scoring frequency.
  • The Faroe Islands have not recorded Over 2.5 goals recently, suggesting a more cautious approach.
  • These trends imply a match with controlled attacking phases and a realistic chance of multiple goals from Slovakia.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Faroe Islands1
Avg goals scored
Slovakia2
Faroe Islands1
Avg goals conceded
Slovakia0.5
Faroe Islands100%
BTTS rate
Slovakia50%
Faroe Islands0%
Over 2.5 goals
Slovakia50%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 57% vs implied 42% · edge +15 pts
2.38
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 66%
1.57
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 22%
4.33
Check odds @ 4.33
Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 34%
2.35
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 52%
1.44
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BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 28%
1.53
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Recent form shows Slovakia has a 50% rate of matches exceeding 2.5 goals, while the Faroe Islands have yet to reach that threshold, despite a 100% BTTS rate. This indicates Slovakia's matches tend to have moderate scoring, with both teams scoring less consistently. The goal trends suggest a controlled game with Slovakia likely to score and limited high-scoring risk.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickSlovakia to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 58% vs implied 62% · edge -3.6 pts
1.62
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Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 75%
1.67
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 57%
2.38
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Slovakia Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 66%
1.27
Check odds @ 1.27
Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 34%
2.35
Check odds @ 2.35
The 58.1% for Slovakia to Win sits against roughly 61.7% implied by the current price (-3.6 pts). Slovakia have the stronger recent points return, taking 6 points from the sample compared with 2 for Faroe Islands. Martin Dubravka's recent clean sheets highlight Slovakia's defensive strength.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Faroe Islands

DD
Last 50W 2D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 2D 0L
29 Sep 2026A Moldova1-1
26 Sep 2026H Kazakhstan1-1

Slovakia

WW
Last 52W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 0D 0L
29 Sep 2026H Kazakhstan2-1
26 Sep 2026H Moldova2-0
Market aligned with main pickSlovakia to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 58% vs implied 62% · edge -3.6 pts
1.62
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 81%
1.12
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Slovakia Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 66%
1.27
Check odds @ 1.27
Slovakia's recent form is strong, with six points gained and a positive goal difference, contrasting with the Faroe Islands' two points and limited scoring. Slovakia's ability to convert chances and maintain defensive solidity underpins their and tactical control heading into this fixture.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

0%Faroe Islands Over 2.5
50%Slovakia Over 2.5
-H2H avg goals
In the last five matches, Slovakia has a 50% Over 2.5 Goals rate, indicating a moderate tempo and goal-scoring frequency. The Faroe Islands have not recorded Over 2.5 goals recently, suggesting a more cautious approach. These trends imply a match with controlled attacking phases and a realistic chance of multiple goals from Slovakia.

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