ML Vitebsk vs Borac Banja Luka
- First leg:
- Borac Banja Luka 1 0 ML Vitebsk
- Aggregate:
- Borac Banja Luka 1 0 ML Vitebsk
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Challenge a friendThe 3rd qualifying round fixture between ML Vitebsk and Borac Banja Luka promises a tight contest, with both teams boasting solid recent performances in this competition. Fans can expect a competitive match with goals on both sides.
The context
ML Vitebsk have played three matches in this competition so far, winning two and losing one, scoring five goals and conceding two. Borac Banja Luka have also been impressive, remaining unbeaten with two wins and a draw, netting seven and conceding three. The only previous meeting between these sides ended in a win for Borac Banja Luka, adding a bit of spice to this encounter.
Match factors
ML Vitebsk's strong home scoring form
ML Vitebsk has scored in all recent home games, averaging 3 goals per match at home, indicating strong attacking momentum.
Borac Banja Luka's consistent scoring streak
Borac Banja Luka has scored in their last 3 matches, showing reliable offensive output despite conceding recently.
ML Vitebsk's home defense solidity
ML Vitebsk has kept a clean sheet in their last home game and concedes only 0 goals on average at home, providing a defensive edge.
Borac Banja Luka's higher average goals scored
Borac Banja Luka averages 3 goals per game, higher than ML Vitebsk's 2.5, suggesting a potent attack despite predicted loss.
Analysis
ML Vitebsk have shown strong home scoring form, averaging three goals per match at home and keeping a clean sheet in their last home game, which gives them a defensive edge. Borac Banja Luka, meanwhile, have maintained a consistent scoring streak, finding the net in their last three matches and averaging three goals per game. Despite Borac's higher average goals scored, the home side's defensive solidity and recent form make them slight favourites. Level after 90 minutes and Fipster expects extra time to settle nothing either — this one has penalty shootout written all over it, with ML Vitebsk tipped to hold their nerve from the spot. The graded markets reflect the score at the end of extra time, and any penalty-shootout call is a who-goes-through tip, not a scored prediction.
Key insights
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V. Gromyko
ML Vitebsk
V. Gromyko has been a key contributor with two goals in recent home wins, showing above average goal involvement for a midfielder.
UEFA Europa Conference League 26/27Scored twice in recent home win vs Sutjeska; key contributor to team's 3-0 home victory.
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B. Diabaté
Borac Banja Luka
B. Diabaté has been a consistent goal threat, scoring in the last two matches and assisting teammates.
UEFA Europa Conference League 26/27Scored in last two matches including away win; higher than average scoring rate for attacker.
Prediction
The most probable outcome is a home win for ML Vitebsk with a 2-1 scoreline. While the probabilities for other results are close, the home side's recent form and defensive strength give them the edge in this encounter.
Key facts
- 1.ML Vitebsk have won 2 of their 3 matches in this competition, scoring 5 and conceding 2 goals.
- 2.Borac Banja Luka remain unbeaten with 2 wins and 1 draw, scoring 7 and conceding 3 goals.
- 3.Borac Banja Luka won the only previous meeting between these teams.
- 4.ML Vitebsk average 3 goals per home match in this competition.
- 5.Borac Banja Luka average 3 goals per game overall in this competition.
- 6.ML Vitebsk kept a clean sheet in their last home game.
- 7.The predicted fulltime score is 2-1 in favour of ML Vitebsk.
- 8.The match is in the 3rd Qualifying Round of the competition.
The verdict
Expect a closely fought match with both teams eager to progress. ML Vitebsk's home advantage and solid recent performances should see them edge this one, but Borac Banja Luka will certainly make them work for it.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle

