Malta – Cyprus : Preview & Prediction
Malta, the red lantern of this group, runs after a first victory in these Eliminations, settling for only 1 happy draw in Slovakia (2-2) on March 27. This draw did not allow to go on since the selection of Mangia subsequently aligned 3 losses in Croatia (3-0) then against Northern Ireland (0-3) and against Kosovo (1-2) in May and June during two friendly meetings. This modest Maltese nation faces a Cypriot selection that it has never beaten. Cyprus took 4 points in these Qualifications with a balanced record of 1 success over Slovenia (1-0), 1 draw against Slovakia (0-0) and 1 failure in Croatia (1-0). Only 2 points behind the Croatian leader, Cyprus will seek the win on the island and will try to forget the last two defeats against Hungary (0-1) and Ukraine (0-4) on June 4 and 7 during friendly matches.
Cyprus and Malta have played 3 times and the record turns in favor of Cyprus (3 wins).
Malta has not won since 6 games (2 draws and 4 losses).
Malta has lost its last 3 meetings, qualifying and friendlies included.
Cyprus won its last official meeting against Slovenia (1-0).
Cyprus is currently concerned by the qualification, just 2 points behind the Croatian leader.
A victory in Malta would allow Cyprus to enter the fight for the first two places. Visitors will be very uplifted.
Malta – Cyprus : Betting Tips
Cyprus – Win Odds: 1.85
Both teams to score / YES – Odds: 1.70
Over 2.5 Goals – Odds: 1.70
