Andorra v Kosovo predictions as the Group I rivals clash on Thursday. Kosovo are in pursuit of their inaugural victory in Euro 2024 qualifiers as they clash with Andorra in a Group I match at Estadi Nacional this Thursday evening. Will they get that? Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
Match Live Thursday, 12th October at 7:45 pm In:
Andorra vs Kosovo Predictions
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A Battle of Underdogs in Group I
Key Stats
– Kosovo have remained goalless in 16 of their last 24 away encounters.
– Draws have dominated Kosovo’s recent form, with six out of their last eight matches ending level.
Kosovo are eagerly anticipating their maiden victory in the Euro 2024 qualifiers as they gear up to meet Andorra at the Estadi Nacional. Residing in the bottom tier of Group I, Kosovo clings to a slim chance of surpassing second-positioned Romania. On the flip side, it’s been a lengthy interval since Andorra tasted victory – a commendable win against Liechtenstein in the UEFA Nations League a year ago.
The Home Team: Analysing Andorra
A closer inspection of Andorra’s recent encounters reveals mixed performances. A commendable draw against Belarus was quickly overshadowed by a 3-0 trouncing by the group’s frontrunners, Switzerland. But it wasn’t a complete rout; Andorra battled valiantly, succumbing only in the closing stages.
However, a deeper dive exposes Andorra’s palpable offensive dilemma. Their encounter against Switzerland saw no shots on target. The narrative wasn’t much different against Belarus either.
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Yet, despite their attack’s evident struggles, they aren’t entirely toothless. Koldo Alvarez’s men found the back of the net in three straight matches prior to their latest two games. Despite this, a win has eluded Andorra in UEFA qualifiers for two years, with their last triumphant outing being against San Marino in 2021.
The Visitors: Kosovo’s Journey
While Andorra’s story is one of consistent underperformance, Kosovo’s narrative is underlined by unmet expectations. Their campaign is marked by a disheartening string of results – six matches, zero victories. Their journey began promisingly with three successive draws against Israel, Andorra, and Romania. However, the road became bumpier, culminating in a 2-0 loss to Romania.
However, not all hope is lost. A recent spirited display against Switzerland offered a silver lining. Vedat Muriqi’s last-minute heroics ensured a point for Kosovo. However, with him sidelined due to a suspension, Kosovo’s attack will face challenges.
Tactical Line-ups and Missing Players
Andorra will probably miss the services of key striker Ildefons Lima, with Ricard Fernandez expected to fill the void. Andorra’s formation is likely to remain unchanged, employing their conventional 5-4-1 system. Wing-backs Marc Garcia and Moises Nicolas will be the ones to watch.
Kosovo, missing top scorer Muriqi, will probably deploy Albion Rrahmani alongside Milot Rashica in their traditional 4-4-2 setup.
Predictive Analysis and Conclusions
- Match Outcome Prediction: Considering both teams’ attacking challenges, an Under 2.5 Goals bet seems the most feasible.
- Correct Score Prediction: Based on previous performances and tactical analysis, a 1-1 draw seems a likely outcome.
- Goalscorer Prediction: With Muriqi absent, attention shifts to Milot Rashica. His versatility and agility make him a contender for finding the net.
- Corner Prediction: Historically, Kosovo have shown a superior corner game. A prediction leans towards Kosovo securing more corners with a total of approximately 6 corners in the match.
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