Following a well-earned 2-0 victory in Slovakia last week, Trabzonspor will be looking to complete the job at home as they host Ruzomberok for the second leg of their Europa League qualifier.
The Turkish side will be looking to make their formidable Papara Park an impenetrable fortress once again. With a capacity of 40,782, the stadium has been a cauldron of noise and support, propelling Trabzonspor to four consecutive victories and an impressive 14 goals. This dominant home form extends to European competition, where they have won their last three Europa League matches on their own turf.
Trezeguet and Çanak’s goals in the first leg have put Trabzonspor firmly in the driver’s seat, and given their impressive form, the Turkish side will be eager for an early goal at home to effectively end the tie.
Ruzomberok, on the other hand, enter this match mired in a slump, having won just twice in their last thirteen matches. Overcoming a two-goal deficit will be a monumental challenge, especially given their dismal away record in the Europa League, where they’ve suffered defeats in their past four matches.
Both teams come into this match without major injury concerns, which means we can expect a strong lineup from both sides. That said, Trabzonspor’s impressive recent form, coupled with their formidable home advantage at the near-impregnable Papara Park, gives them the edge in this tie.
Betting Tip: Both Teams to Score (Goal/Goal)
01/08 18:30 Trabzonspor – Ruzomberok Both Teams to Score (Goal/Goal) @ 1.78 (22bet)
Trabzonspor’s matches often see a high number of goals, with six of their last seven home games featuring over 2.5 goals. This trend is complemented by the fact that both teams have scored in four of Trabzonspor’s last five games and seven of Ruzomberok’s last nine matches.
This suggests that while Trabzonspor will likely score, Ruzomberok might also find the back of the net, indicating a high likelihood of both teams getting on the scoresheet once again. Both teams have shown a propensity for finding the net, and with Trabzonspor likely to be on the front foot, opportunities should arise for Ruzomberok on the counter.
Given these factors, a Both Teams to Score bet at 1.78 odds on 22bet offers good value.
Furthermore, the Turkish side has a habit of starting fast, having opened the scoring in six of their last eight matches. Conversely, Ruzomberok have conceded first in five of their last seven matches.
Given these trends, a Trabzonspor to Score First bet at 1.26 odds on 22bet is also worth considering.
Trabzonspor vs Ruzomberok - Both Teams to Score @ 1.78
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