Wales vs Armenia predictions for Friday’s Euro 2024 qualifiers. Who will prevail between these two Group D sides? Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
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Wales vs Armenia Predictions
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Key Stats
– Wales, with their solid defense of 14 tackles, 6.5 interceptions, and 17 clearances per game, have only conceded one goal in their qualifying campaign.
– Armenia have a struggling offense with just one goal in their last match and zero big chances per game, painting a grim picture for their scoring ability.
This Friday, the Cardiff City Stadium will turn into a coliseum for a riveting Euro 2024 qualifying skirmish between Wales and Armenia. The Welshmen, under the strategic command of Rob Page, have yet to taste defeat after two games in their qualifying campaign. On the contrary, Armenia, still chasing their maiden points in the qualifier, will be fighting uphill battles after an early stumble in their opening match.
The Welsh Dragon’s Roaring Start
Wales started their journey in the Euro 2024 qualifying round on a strong note, springing back from a disappointing World Cup stint in Qatar. Although the Dragons couldn’t secure a victory at the global event, their efforts in the Euro qualifiers have been commendable, bagging four points from a possible six against the likes of Croatia and Latvia.
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A gripping encounter with Zlatko Dalic’s Croatian side saw Wales snatch a point in the dying moments. Nathan Broadhead’s late equaliser neutralised Andrej Kramaric’s early goal, leaving the scores level at full time. The Welsh team continued this momentum to secure a 1-0 victory over Latvia in their second fixture, which propelled them to the top of Group D. Their undefeated run at home in the Euros qualifiers since a 2-0 defeat by England in 2011 further bolsters their confidence.
Armenia’s Rocky Path
Armenia’s road has been fraught with challenges so far, as the team helmed by Oleksandr Petrakov has yet to register a point in the qualifiers. An unfavourable start saw them lose to Turkey, extending their streak of defeats in the Euro qualifiers to four. Their previous run included a crushing 9-1 defeat by reigning European champions Italy. The odds seem stacked against the Armenians, who, despite having a game in hand, face the risk of falling significantly behind the table leader, Wales.
The Predicted Showdown: Team Composition and Form
Page’s selection for this match will likely include many who featured in Wales’ previous two qualifying games. Aaron Ramsey, the expected captain for the home side, along with Nottingham Forest’s Neco Williams, one of the six players to complete both games, are predicted to be integral to the Dragons’ strategy. The potential game-changer, however, is striker Kieffer Moore, who made a decisive contribution in the match against Latvia and is expected to kick-start the action in Cardiff.
Armenia, on the other hand, is without the services of Henrikh Mkhitaryan, their influential midfielder who retired from international duty in March 2022. Despite this setback, the team led by Varazdat Haroyan and the centre-forward Norberto Briasco will attempt to turn the tide.
In-Depth Analysis and Predictions
Diving into the game’s statistics reveals some critical insights. Five out of Armenia’s last six matches have seen more than 2.5 goals, and they have conceded a staggering 19 times in these matches. This defensive vulnerability could present opportunities for Wales, especially for Kieffer Moore.
Moore, the last match’s hero for Wales, showed promising form, scoring a goal in his previous matchup. His impressive goal conversion rate of 33% and 1.5 shots per game make him a formidable threat for Armenia’s shaky defense. Coupled with Wales’ average possession of 52.5% and Moore’s successful aerial duel rate of 53%, there’s a strong case for Moore scoring at any time during the match.
Wales have shown a defensive prowess, having conceded only one goal in their previous two matches. With an average of 14 tackles, 6.5 interceptions, and 17 clearances per game, their defence seems to be a strong wall that Armenia might struggle to penetrate. Given Armenia’s struggling offence, with only one goal scored in their last match and zero big chances per game, a clean sheet for Wales seems probable.
Bringing together these analyses, the match’s prediction tilts towards a decisive 2-0 victory for Wales in the correct score market.
With a current world ranking of 172nd, Malta’s performance in the opening games, including a 2-1 loss to North Macedonia, showed that their path to a first-ever Euros final remains a daunting task. A 2-0 loss to Italy further cemented the mountainous challenge that lies ahead.
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