Albania VS Israel Match Prediction

No fixture was played between the two teams so far; they meet up for the first time here, in the qualification round.

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Albania vs Israel Prediction

Tough game ahead of us. If we take out Albania’s poor performance against the world champion, Spain, they had a nice, stable gameplay that brought them victories against Macedonia and then against Liechtenstein. In this match, it seems that they’ve found the “balance” - an opponent worthy of their game. The two wins showed that they are serious squad, although with already two squads in their group that are likely to go to the Mundial. Neither side will let up, so we will see a pretty decent, smart football here. Although they have equal strengths that lean toward a draw, it can be anyone’s game. Mostly it depends on the defensive strategy and how many mistakes will be made in that area. If both sides take risks, than we’re ought to see one of the greatest 90 minutes in this fourth round.

Albania vs Israel Betting Tips

Even harder is the decision where to put the betting favors. Albania’s winning coefficient are slightly dropping, so chances are they will set the pace from beginning to the end without a doubt. Israel’s odds are higher by a whole number and are continuously rising. The safest bet would be a 1X as a double chance; on that matter, the draw outcome has a neat average of 3.10. Chances of scoring a goal(s) aren’t that high - maybe a 0-2 goals is the best fit for this one.

When it’s considered that Spain and Italy are in the same group, Albania’s third place is rightly deserved. Two victories and one loss (against Spain) sets them on the right track to push even harder to gain more points.

Albania likely XI:

They’re behind Albania only on goal difference and it’s a slight one. Team of contenders that will show no mercy to the underdogs in their group, neither will they let up under the pressure of the better squads.

Israel likely XI:

Chances are Albania will score first and then try to keep the result in their favor, maybe even score once again. Israel have a lot on their mind, since the atmosphere on the field will be hell on earth. In the second half, a quick and effective counterattacks are needed if they want to even the score; otherwise, nothing more than a failure will wait them at the end.

It\'s very surprising how the two teams have so similar match stats and similar management both on the field and on the bench. Neither is afraid to take a chance, as Albania get the edge for shots on target. Ball possession is also Albania\'s better side, but with a small difference. Israel is the one who play it safer and move around the field for a while before seeing an excellent opportunity to score. Given the guest role, it will be no different this time because Albania have to give their best in front of their own people and convince them that they’re capable of dealing with good teams. Seeing the score tables from the previous fixtures a lot of goals aren\'t on the table, but surely a lot of goal opportunities are.