Tournament: Champions League Qualification
Venue: Neo GSP Stadium (Nicosia)
Game Time: July 24, 2024, 13:00
On July 24, 2024, in the quarterfinals of the Champions League qualification, APOEL will face Petrocub. The Cypriot team will be aiming to secure a strong result at home, while the Moldovan side seeks to continue their impressive unbeaten streak.
Key Statistics and Trends
- APOEL:
- Won only one of their last six matches.
- Unbeaten in their last five games.
- Wins the first half in 37% of matches.
- Petrocub:
- Unbeaten in their last four matches.
- Unbeaten in their last 29 games.
- Unbeaten in their last 16 away matches.
- Wins the first half in 52% of matches.
Team Analysis
APOEL: "The Legend" holds the record for the most titles in Cyprus, with numerous cup and championship victories. After a five-season drought following their 28th gold, they won a new trophy in 2024. APOEL has a history of playing in the group stages of European competitions, with a recent highlight being the quarterfinals of the Champions League, where they lost to Real Madrid. However, they were stopped in the final qualifying round of the Conference League in both 2022 and 2023.
Petrocub: "The Black and Whites" achieved their best result last season in their relatively short history, surpassing the perennial favorite, Sheriff, to win the championship title. They also secured their second cup, completing the "golden double." In their debut Champions League campaign, the Moldovans did not disappoint, securing a 1-0 aggregate victory over Ordabasy, with Lungu scoring the decisive goal in the 38th minute of the return leg.
Team News
APOEL:
- No reported injury issues.
Petrocub:
- Duanla is doubtful.
Possible Starting Lineups
APOEL (possible lineup):
- Belec - Šehić, Dvali, Susić - Kostadinov, Dalciu, Petrović, Sarfo - Kviliataya, Ndongala, Marquinhos
Petrocub (possible lineup):
- Shmalaene - Lupan, Mudrak, Borș - Plătică, Abanya, Lungu, Jardan - Pușcaș, Plătică, Ambros
Head to Head Matches: APOEL vs Petrocub
This will be the first meeting between these teams, with the Moldovans visiting Cyprus for the first time.
Free Prediction Today for the Match: APOEL vs Petrocub
APOEL is considered the clear favorite for the home match. However, Petrocub's impressive unbeaten streak suggests they can put up a strong fight. Betting on Petrocub with a "+1 goal" handicap (odds – 1.84) is advisable.
Prediction: Petrocub +1 goal handicap (odds: 1.84)
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