Georgia vs Cyprus Predictions, Betting Tips and Match Previews in Euro 2024 qualifying. The bottom two in Group A meet on Sunday. After losing 2-1 against Norway, the hosts will be keen to get back to winning ways against struggling Cyprus. Read on for our free predictions and tips.
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Georgia vs Cyprus Predictions
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More Than Just A Game In Tbilisi
Key Stats
– Cyprus have conceded 21 goals in their Euro 2024 qualifying campaign.
– Georgia’s home record against Cyprus: Two consecutive victories.
It’s set to be an electrifying afternoon at Mikheil Meskhi Stadium in Tbilisi as Georgia welcome Cyprus for a crucial clash. Both nations, languishing at the bottom of Group A in Euro 2024 qualifying, have a point to prove. For the hosts, the memories of their 2-1 defeat to the Cypriots in Larnaca four months ago serve as an additional spur.
Georgia’s recent form showcased their fighting spirit, bouncing back from three consecutive Euro 2024 qualifier defeats to script an 8-0 victory over Thailand. This historic win featured an outstanding performance from Ajax’s Georges Mikautadze, who became the nation’s first player to achieve a four-goal haul in a single match. Other notable contributors to the victory included Zuriko Davitashvili, Luka Lochoshvili, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
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Cyprus, on the other hand, find themselves in troubled waters. They’re one of the few European nations still chasing their maiden point in Euro 2024 qualifying. Their recent 4-0 defeat to Norway was a sharp reminder of their frailties, having conceded a staggering number of goals in the qualifiers.
The Stakes
For Willy Sagnol’s Georgia, this match is about keeping their slender hopes of Euro 2024 qualification alive. Though currently in the fourth position in Group A, a win here and a favourable result in the Spain vs. Norway fixture could boost their top-two finish aspirations. Historically, while their home record in Euro qualifiers remains patchy, they’ll take heart from their last two victorious encounters with Cyprus.
Cyprus, managed by Temur Ketsbaia, are out of contention for a top-two spot and are playing for pride. Their away record has been dismal, and a win here would be their first in a competitive away fixture since their triumph over Kazakhstan in 2019.
Tactical Insights
Both managers could ring in some changes following their respective mid-week fixtures.
Georgia’s boss, Sagnol, might bring in Valencia’s goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili and the experienced Guram Kashia. In attack, the prolific duo of Kvaratskhelia and Mikautadze could feature prominently.
Cyprus might field Hector Kyprianou, fresh from his international debut, along with Alex Gogic and Andreas Karo in defence. The midfield and attack could see Charalambos Kyriakou, Ioannis Kousoulos, and Demetris Christofi among the starters.
Star Performers
Georgia’s top players, as per the BettingTips4You Expert Rating, include Aleksandre Kalandadze, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Otar Kiteishvili. Georges Mikautadze, with two goals, tops their goal-scoring chart in the Euro qualifiers.
Cyprus’s standout performers include Grīgorīs Kastanos and Dimitris Christofi. Kastanos and Ioannis Pittas are the goal contributors for their side in the qualifiers.
Predictions
1. Match Outcome: Considering the form and historical data, Georgia seem to have the edge. Cyprus’s vulnerability, especially in defence, having conceded heavily in qualifiers, tilts the balance in favour of the home team. Hence, a Georgia win seems plausible.
2. Correct Score Prediction: A 3-1 victory for Georgia, given their recent attacking prowess and Cyprus’s defensive woes.
3. Goalscorer Prediction: Kvaratskhelia, with his impressive international scoring rate, is our pick to score at least once during the match.
4. Corner Prediction: Historically, both teams have been close in terms of corners won. However, given the offensive push Georgia is expected to make, they might edge Cyprus in this department. An overall total of Over 10.5 corners for the match seems likely.
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