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UEFA Europa League | Thu 16 Jul, 21:00

Vestri v Qarabag Stats

Data last updated: Wed 15 Jul 2026, 04:02 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Qarabag hosts Vestri in the Europa League first qualifying round first leg, presenting a clash between a seasoned European contender and a debutant Icelandic side. Qarabag, with a rich continental pedigree and a recent average of over four goals per match, aims to reassert control after a challenging domestic season. Vestri arrive on a four-match unbeaten run but face a steep step up in quality and intensity. The tactical battle will see Qarabag pressing high and controlling possession, while Vestri look to stay compact and exploit transition moments. The fixture carries significant stakes for both sides, with Qarabag seeking to impose authority and Vestri aiming to frustrate and survive in hostile surroundings.

BT4Y best bet

Over 3.5 Goals

  • Qarabag have scored 13 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging 4.17 total goals per game recently.
  • Vestri are unbeaten in their last four league matches but face a major step up in class.
  • Qarabag’s attacking structure remains potent despite the absence of Camilo Duran.
  • The match features a contrast of Qarabag’s offensive firepower against Vestri’s defensive resilience and transition threat.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

Qarabag’s recent fixtures show a highly explosive attacking pattern, averaging 4.17 goals per match, supported by 13 goals in their last five games. Vestri’s domestic form includes an unbeaten streak with an average of 1.83 goals scored, indicating their ability to contribute to open games. The combination suggests a high-scoring encounter. However, the current market price is short with an implied chance above the model’s 58%, so this is a football-led pick rather than a pure value bet. Reduced staking or waiting for drift is advised to mitigate risk.

Qarabag recent goals13 goals in last 5 matches
Strong positive
Match average goals4.17 goals per game for Qarabag
Strong positive
Vestri scoring form1.83 goals average in last 6 matches
Positive
Market price vs model chanceImplied chance 65.4% vs model 58%
Negative

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Qarabag’s attacking prowess and European experience set the stage for a high-scoring match, especially given their recent goal-scoring form. Vestri’s resilience and ability to find moments in attack add to the likelihood of multiple goals. This fixture’s tactical dynamics and recent data strongly support an expectation of at least four goals in total.

Main risk

Early conservative play or extended low-intensity possession could limit the total goals, reducing the chance of surpassing 3.5 goals.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match attacking dynamics and goal potential

“Qarabag’s structured offensive approach combined with Vestri’s willingness to engage in open play creates fertile ground for a goal-rich encounter in Baku.”

Key Data Signals

Over 3.5 Goals evidence

Qarabag have scored 13 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging 4.17 total goals per game recently.

Vestri are unbeaten in their last four league matches but face a major step up in class.

Qarabag’s attacking structure remains potent despite the absence of Camilo Duran.

The match features a contrast of Qarabag’s offensive firepower against Vestri’s defensive resilience and transition threat.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 3.5 Goals notes

  • Over the last six matches, Qarabag’s games have averaged 4.17 goals, indicating a fast tempo and open play style conducive to high scoring.
  • Vestri’s matches average 2.67 goals, showing some capacity for open games.
  • The trend suggests a match likely to exceed 2.5 goals comfortably, with a strong chance of surpassing 3.5 goals given Qarabag’s attacking control.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

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Qarabag3
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Vestri0%
BTTS rate
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Over 2.5 goals
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Market aligned with main pickOver 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 58% vs implied 50% · edge +8 pts
2
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.44
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 88%
1.12
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 33%
3.75
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 68%
1.25
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 26%
2.62
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Recent form data shows Qarabag’s matches averaging over 4 goals, while Vestri’s games average 2.67 goals with a lower BTTS rate. This suggests a game likely to exceed 3.5 total goals but with less likelihood of both teams scoring, aligning with a dominant attacking display from Qarabag and a more defensive stance from Vestri.

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Market odds

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Best odds for this sectionOver 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 78% vs implied 69% · edge +8.6 pts
1.44
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Vestri to WinBet365 guide price · model 27%
15
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 33%
3.75
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price
1.44
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 18%
10
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Qarabag to WinBet365 guide price · model 70%
1.11
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The Over 3.5 Goals market is priced at 1.53 with an implied chance of 65.4%, which is higher than the model’s 58% chance, indicating a price-sensitive selection. the football read remains strong due to Qarabag’s recent high-scoring matches and Vestri’s ability to contribute goals, but the current suggest caution and recommend reduced stakes or waiting for better value.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Vestri

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Last 50W 0D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 0D 1L
09 Jul 2026A Qarabag0-3

Qarabag

W
Last 51W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 0D 0L
09 Jul 2026H Vestri3-0
Best odds for this sectionHome / DrawBetfred guide price · Model 48% vs implied 17% · edge +31.3 pts
6
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Vestri to WinBet365 guide price · model 27%
15
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 84%
1.01
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 18%
10
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Qarabag to WinBet365 guide price · model 70%
1.11
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Qarabag’s recent matches have been high-scoring affairs with an average of 4.17 goals per game, reflecting an aggressive attacking style. Vestri’s unbeaten domestic run with an average of 1.83 goals scored per match shows their capacity to contribute offensively, setting up a clash of styles that favors a high total goal count.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0Vestri wins
0Draws
1Qarabag wins
09 Jul 2026Qarabag v Vestri3-0
Best odds for this sectionOver 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 78% vs implied 69% · edge +8.6 pts
1.44
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Vestri to WinBet365 guide price · model 27%
15
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 33%
3.75
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 18%
10
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Qarabag to WinBet365 guide price · model 70%
1.11
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This is the first competitive meeting between Qarabag and Vestri, so no historical head-to-head data exists. The lack of prior encounters adds an element of unpredictability, but Qarabag’s extensive European experience and home advantage provide a clear edge in managing the tie’s dynamics.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

UEFA Europa League

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Played
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Best odds for this sectionVestri to WinBet365 guide price · Model 27% vs implied 7% · edge +20.3 pts
15
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Qarabag to WinBet365 guide price · model 70%
1.11
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Qarabag’s season stats reveal a strong attacking output with 2.33 goals scored per match, but also defensive vulnerabilities conceding 1.83 goals. Vestri’s domestic stats show a more balanced but lower-scoring profile. These season-long trends support the expectation of a high-scoring game dominated by Qarabag’s offensive firepower.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

100%Vestri Over 2.5
100%Qarabag Over 2.5
3H2H avg goals
Over the last six matches, Qarabag’s games have averaged 4.17 goals, indicating a fast tempo and open play style conducive to high scoring. Vestri’s matches average 2.67 goals, showing some capacity for open games. The trend suggests a match likely to exceed 2.5 goals comfortably, with a strong chance of surpassing 3.5 goals given Qarabag’s attacking control.

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