Match Information
Date and time: 30 July 2024 at 16:00 UTC
Referee: Jakob A Sundberg
Stadium: Tofiq Bakhramov Stadium
Location: Baku, Azerbaijan
Analysis & Prediction
Recent Performances
Qarabag FK:
– Qarabag FK has shown strong recent form with a mixture of competitive and friendly matches leading up to this game.
– Notable recent results: They defeated Lincoln Red Imps FC 2-0 away on 23 July 2024 in the first leg of this Champions League qualifier. They have also performed well in club friendlies, notably winning against Viktoria Plzen and Al Shabab.
– Predicted formation: 4-2-3-1, as this is a common modern formation that balances defense and attack, and would be suitable for maintaining their aggregate lead.
Lincoln Red Imps FC:
– Lincoln Red Imps FC has had a decent run in their domestic league but has struggled in European competition.
– Notable recent results: A 1-0 victory away at Hamrun Spartans on 9 July 2024, but subsequent struggles against stronger teams, including their loss to Qarabag FK in the first leg.
– Predicted formation: 4-3-3, which is often used by underdogs in a bid to aggressively chase the game when needing to overcome a deficit.
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Head-to-Head (H2H)
– Qarabag FK has dominated the recent head-to-head meetings, winning 2-0 and 4-0 in the previous encounters within the past year.
Player Injuries & Team News
– Qarabag FK: No recent injury news available that might impact their starting lineup.
– Lincoln Red Imps FC: Likewise, no major injury concerns are currently reported.
Considerations
– Home Advantage: Qarabag FK will be playing at home, adding to their advantage, especially considering they are hosting at Tofiq Bakhramov Stadium in Baku.
– Aggregate Score: Qarabag FK is leading 2-0 from the first leg, meaning Lincoln Red Imps FC will need at least two goals to level the aggregate score.
Predicted Outcome
Based on the recent form, H2H results, and the current aggregate score, Qarabag FK is likely to maintain their advantage.
Predicted End Result: Qarabag FK wins 3-1
Potential Goalscorers:
– Qarabag FK: Ibrahima Wadji, Kady, and Ramil Sheydayev.
– Lincoln Red Imps FC: Kike Gómez (if they manage to score).
Summary
Qarabag FK appears poised to secure a victory with a solid defensive and offensive performance, leveraging their home advantage and favorable aggregate score from the first leg. Lincoln Red Imps FC may struggle to overcome the deficit despite potential attacking efforts.
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