Croatia lost 0-3 to Spain at the start of the tournament, conceding all three goals in the first half. The game was quite open, with both teams creating numerous dangerous chances, but the Spaniards were more efficient in their finishing. According to xG statistics, Croatia had an expected goal count of 2.3, but the scoreboard still showed zero.
Ahead lies a crucial match for Zlatko DaliСЃ’s team against Albania. In terms of playoff prospects, it is important not only to win today but to do so as convincingly as possible. Undoubtedly, Croatia can achieve victory through their experience. However, it is worth noting that midfielder Nikola Vla?i? has left the team due to injury
Albania has already made its mark in the history of the European Championships. In the opening match against Italy, the team scored the fastest goal in the continental championships. It took only 23 seconds for Bajrami to open the score. However, this did not prevent a defeat, as the Italians not only equalized but also took the lead in the first half. In the end, the score remained 2-1 until the final whistle. The second 45 minutes were less eventful, with Italy’s superiority in class and experience being evident.
It is worth noting that this is not the first time Albania has started its matches confidently. In six out of their last eight official matches, the team scored first. Undoubtedly, today Silvinho’s players will also try to surprise the Croatians at the start. Overall, the team has been quite effective in terms of scoring, managing to score at least one goal in seven out of their last eight official matches.
Our prediction is a Croatia win with an Asian handicap (-1) at odds of 1.82.
The bookmakers' odds suggest expectations of a low-scoring match. However, it will be challenging for Croatia to keep a clean sheet, considering they have conceded in seven of their last eight matches. Albania is likely to have their own chances. Moreover, a draw is unlikely to satisfy either team, which also leans towards a bet on a higher total number of goals scored.
Our second bet is on the total being over 2.5 goals at odds of 2.05.
Place a bet on the line of 1xBet with odds of 1.82.
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