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UEFA Nations League | Sun 04 Oct, 17:00

Kosovo v Austria Stats

Data last updated: Sat 03 Oct 2026, 08:27 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Austria hosts Kosovo in a UEFA Nations League clash where both teams arrive on the back of opening wins, setting up a competitive encounter. Austria's potent attack, demonstrated by a 3-1 victory over Israel with 2.78 expected goals, contrasts with defensive vulnerabilities exposed during the World Cup, conceding nine goals in four matches. Kosovo, resilient and efficient, secured a 1-0 win against Ireland, generating 2.74 expected goals and boasting a strong away record with only two losses in 15 competitive internationals. The tactical battle will see Austria aiming to leverage home advantage and attacking depth, while Kosovo's threat, led by Vedat Muriqi's 19 Nations League goal involvements, promises goals and pressure on Austria's defense.

BT4Y best bet

Austria to Win & Both Teams to Score

  • Austria generated 2.78 xG in their 3-1 win over Israel, showing strong attacking form.
  • Kosovo produced 2.74 xG in their 1-0 victory against Ireland, indicating solid offensive threat.
  • Vedat Muriqi has 19 Nations League goal involvements, posing a clear challenge to Austria's defense.
  • Austria conceded nine goals in four World Cup matches, suggesting defensive vulnerabilities.
  • Kosovo lost only twice in their last 15 competitive internationals, demonstrating resilience on the road.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Austria to Win & Both Teams to Score due to Austria's strong attacking metrics combined with Kosovo's proven ability to score away from home. Austria's 2.78 expected goals and Kosovo's 2.74 xG highlight a match likely to feature goals from both sides. Despite Austria's defensive concerns, their home advantage and attacking options, including Sasa Kalajdzic, support the win leg. The price offers positive value with a 14.7% edge over the implied , making this a compelling selection. No data limitations affect in this pick.

Austria attacking xG2.78 in last match
Strong positive
Kosovo attacking xG2.74 in last match
Strong positive
Austria defensive record9 goals conceded in 4 World Cup matches
Negative
Kosovo away resilienceOnly 2 losses in last 15 competitive matches
Positive
Price vs Model Edge42.3% model chance vs 31.3% implied (+11 pts)
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Austria's attacking prowess and home advantage make them favorites to win, but Kosovo's consistent scoring and resilience suggest both teams will find the net. The combination bet captures this dynamic well, reflecting Austria's firepower and Kosovo's threat despite defensive concerns on both sides.

Main risk

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Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · match outcome and goal-scoring potential

“Austria's offensive depth and Kosovo's ability to score away create a fascinating tactical clash that supports a competitive, goal-filled match with Austria edging the win.”

Key Data Signals

Austria to Win & Both Teams to Score evidence

Austria generated 2.78 xG in their 3-1 win over Israel, showing strong attacking form.

Kosovo produced 2.74 xG in their 1-0 victory against Ireland, indicating solid offensive threat.

Vedat Muriqi has 19 Nations League goal involvements, posing a clear challenge to Austria's defense.

Austria conceded nine goals in four World Cup matches, suggesting defensive vulnerabilities.

What To Watch In The Data

Austria to Win & Both Teams to Score notes

  • Over the last five matches, Austria has a 100% rate of Over 2.5 Goals, indicating a high-tempo, attacking style conducive to multiple goals.
  • Kosovo's Over 2.5 rate is 33%, but their recent matches have featured sustained attacking pressure, suggesting this fixture could see a higher goal count driven by Austria's offensive impetus and Kosovo's counterattacks.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Kosovo0.67
Avg goals scored
Austria2.67
Kosovo1
Avg goals conceded
Austria1.33
Kosovo33%
BTTS rate
Austria100%
Kosovo33%
Over 2.5 goals
Austria100%
Best odds for this sectionOver 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 88% vs implied 80% · edge +7.9 pts
1.25
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 69%
1.85
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 72%
1.67
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 48%
3
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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 32%
2.1
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 34%
1.95
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Both teams have demonstrated strong attacking output recently, with Austria generating 2.78 xG and Kosovo 2.74 xG in their last matches. Kosovo's 19 Nations League goal involvements from Vedat Muriqi and Austria's multiple goal scorers suggest a high likelihood of goals from both sides, supporting the BTTS component.
Market odds

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

Market aligned with main pickAustria Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 75% vs implied 63% · edge +12.2 pts
1.6
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 69%
1.85
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 72%
1.67
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Austria to WinBet365 guide price · model 63%
2.1
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 35%
2
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The 42.3% for Austria to Win & Both Teams to Score sits against roughly 31.3% implied by the current price (+11 pts). Austria need the result edge to pair with scoring at both ends; recent points show Kosovo on 4 and Austria on 7. Austria and Kosovo both carry scoring threat, but the result leg still demands a clear winner.

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Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Kosovo

DLW
Last 51W 1D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 1L
01 Oct 2026A Israel0-0
27 Sep 2026A Austria1-3
24 Sep 2026H Rep. Of Ireland1-0

Austria

DWW
Last 52W 1D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 1D 0L
01 Oct 2026A Rep. Of Ireland2-2
27 Sep 2026H Kosovo3-1
24 Sep 2026H Israel3-1
Market aligned with main pickAustria Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 75% vs implied 63% · edge +12.2 pts
1.6
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 84%
1.3
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Austria to WinBet365 guide price · model 63%
2.1
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Austria's recent form shows a strong attacking output with 2.67 goals per match and a 100% rate of both teams scoring, indicating consistent offensive performance but some defensive lapses with 1.33 goals conceded. Kosovo's form is more conservative with 0.67 goals scored and 1 conceded per match, and a lower BTTS rate at 33%, reflecting a more cautious approach but capable of scoring against strong opponents.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

33%Kosovo Over 2.5
100%Austria Over 2.5
4H2H avg goals
Over the last five matches, Austria has a 100% rate of Over 2.5 Goals, indicating a high-tempo, attacking style conducive to multiple goals. Kosovo's Over 2.5 rate is 33%, but their recent matches have featured sustained attacking pressure, suggesting this fixture could see a higher goal count driven by Austria's offensive impetus and Kosovo's counterattacks.

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