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UEFA Nations League | Fri 25 Sep, 19:45

Montenegro v Cyprus Stats

Data last updated: Thu 24 Sep 2026, 07:58 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Montenegro hosts Cyprus in this UEFA Nations League opener, with Montenegro aiming to leverage their unbeaten record against Cyprus and stronger Nations League pedigree. Montenegro's recent home form and higher FIFA ranking position them as favorites, while Cyprus arrives on a three-match unbeaten run featuring new attacking options, including debutant Marcus Edwards. The tactical setup suggests Montenegro's attacking threats, led by Stevan Jovetic and Milutin Osmajic, will face a Cyprus side capable of scoring despite past clean sheets conceded to Montenegro. This match promises a competitive contest with both teams likely to find the net.

BT4Y best bet

Montenegro to Win & Both Teams to Score

  • Montenegro unbeaten in five meetings with Cyprus, including two Nations League wins.
  • Montenegro holds a 44-place FIFA ranking advantage and stronger recent home form.
  • Cyprus arrives unbeaten in last three matches with fresh attacking options.
  • Montenegro’s recent 2-2 draw with Slovakia shows offensive potency but defensive vulnerability.
  • Stevan Jovetic and Milutin Osmajic provide Montenegro with proven international goal-scoring experience.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The selection of Montenegro to win with both teams scoring reflects Montenegro's superior competitive record and home advantage combined with Cyprus's recent unbeaten streak and attacking improvements. Montenegro's tendency to concede goals, as seen in their 2-2 draw with Slovakia, aligns with Cyprus's ability to find the net despite previous clean sheets against Montenegro. Although the price is short relative to the model's chance, the football context supports this pick as a strong tactical call. Reduced staking is advised due to the negative , with potential for stronger value if drift or line-ups reveal more attacking intent.

Montenegro's home and head-to-head strengthStrong
Strong positive
Cyprus's recent unbeaten run and attacking additionsPositive
Positive
Model chance vs. market implied probabilityModel chance (20.4%) below implied (26.7%)
Negative
Montenegro's defensive opennessPositive for BTTS
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Montenegro's solid home record and superior international scoring pedigree make them favorites to win, while Cyprus's recent unbeaten run and new attacking players increase the likelihood of them scoring. This combination of factors supports a Montenegro victory with goals at both ends, reflecting a balanced tactical battle and recent form data.

Main risk

Late team news, price movement and market liquidity are the main cautions before kick-off.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · match preview

“Montenegro's blend of experienced goal scorers and home advantage faces a Cyprus side rejuvenated by new attacking talent, setting the stage for a competitive match with goals from both teams.”

Key Data Signals

Montenegro to Win & Both Teams to Score evidence

Montenegro unbeaten in five meetings with Cyprus, including two Nations League wins.

Montenegro holds a 44-place FIFA ranking advantage and stronger recent home form.

Cyprus arrives unbeaten in last three matches with fresh attacking options.

Montenegro’s recent 2-2 draw with Slovakia shows offensive potency but defensive vulnerability.

What To Watch In The Data

Montenegro to Win & Both Teams to Score notes

  • Over the last three meetings, the average goals per game is 2, with Montenegro previously recording clean-sheet wins.
  • However, recent matches involving Montenegro show openness in defense, and Cyprus's unbeaten run suggests an increased chance of goals from both sides.
  • This trend supports the expectation of over 2.5 goals in this match.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

2Montenegro wins
1Draws
0Cyprus wins
17 Nov 2020Montenegro v Cyprus4-0
05 Sep 2020Cyprus v Montenegro0-2
23 Mar 2018Cyprus v Montenegro0-0
Market aligned with main pickMontenegro to WinBet365 guide price · Model 51% vs implied 57% · edge -5.7 pts
1.75
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 48%
1.95
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.83
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Montenegro is unbeaten in five meetings against Cyprus, with two wins and three draws, including two clean-sheet victories in the 2020 Nations League. While this record favors Montenegro, Cyprus's recent form and attacking additions weaken the likelihood of a shutout, making the head-to-head a supportive but not definitive factor.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Montenegro

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Cyprus

Last 50W 0D 0L
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Market aligned with main pickHome / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 78% vs implied 86% · edge -7.6 pts
1.17
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Montenegro to WinBet365 guide price · model 51%
1.75
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Montenegro Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 61%
1.38
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Montenegro's recent form includes four wins in seven matches and a competitive 2-2 draw with Slovakia, indicating solid offensive output but some defensive lapses. Cyprus's three-match unbeaten streak, including a win over Liechtenstein and a draw with Slovenia, shows growing and attacking persistence, suggesting a competitive and open match.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

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Best odds for this sectionUnder 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 56% vs implied 54% · edge +1.7 pts
1.85
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 54%
1.83
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 48%
1.95
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.83
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 66%
1.28
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 30%
3.4
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Both teams have shown scoring ability recently, with Montenegro scoring in 4 of their last 7 matches and Cyprus in 3 of 7. Montenegro's 2-2 draw with Slovakia highlights their offensive strength but defensive vulnerability, while Cyprus's unbeaten run includes goals scored, supporting the likelihood of both teams finding the net in this fixture.
Market odds

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

Market aligned with main pickMontenegro to WinBet365 guide price · Model 51% vs implied 57% · edge -5.7 pts
1.75
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Over 8.5 CornersBetUK guide price
1.67
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 48%
1.95
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.83
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Montenegro Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 61%
1.38
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The current for Montenegro to win with both teams scoring are priced at 3.75, implying a 26.7% chance, which is higher than the model's 20.4% probability. This indicates a price-sensitive market where the selection is football-led rather than a clear value bet. drift or stronger late data on line-ups could improve the value proposition.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

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Market aligned with main pickMontenegro to WinBet365 guide price · Model 51% vs implied 57% · edge -5.7 pts
1.75
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Montenegro Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 61%
1.38
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Montenegro's season stats reveal consistent goal scoring at home, supported by their international scorers' pedigree. Cyprus's season reflects modest success but recent improvements in attack and defense. Both teams' scoring and conceding patterns align with a match featuring goals at both ends, supporting the combined win and BTTS selection.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
3Montenegro000000
4Cyprus000000
2Cyprus000000
In the Nations League League C group, Montenegro sits second and Cyprus fourth, both with zero points at this early stage. While the table is not yet decisive, Montenegro's higher ranking and historical competitive edge provide background context for their favored status in this fixture.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

-Montenegro Over 2.5
-Cyprus Over 2.5
2H2H avg goals
Over the last three meetings, the average goals per game is 2, with Montenegro previously recording clean-sheet wins. However, recent matches involving Montenegro show openness in defense, and Cyprus's unbeaten run suggests an increased chance of goals from both sides. This trend supports the expectation of over 2.5 goals in this match.

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