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Albania vs Spain – Match Preview

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At the Duesseldorf Arena, Albania is set to welcome Spain for a crucial encounter. This match is part of the European Championship’s Group B Round 3. It will take place on Sunday, June 24th, with a kickoff time of 19:00 GMT. Currently, Albania is in 3rd place in the group, having earned a single point. They have scored three times and let in four goals in their first two matches. Spain, on the other hand, is leading the group with six points. They have scored four goals and have yet to concede. With a spot in the knockout stages at stake, Albania is looking to secure a surprising win. Meanwhile, Spain is aiming to continue their winning streak and claim the top position in the group.

Albania – Form

Albania has shown improvement in their home form, drawing 2:2 with Croatia in their latest match. Klaus Gjasula played a key role by scoring the equalizer. Additionally, they achieved a 3:1 win over Azerbaijan and a 3:0 victory against Liechtenstein. Both were in friendly matches. These outcomes indicate Albania’s capability to score at home and suggest a rising confidence among the players.

Spain – Form

Spain comes into this game with a series of strong performances. They secured a 1-0 victory against Italy in the European Championship. Furthermore, they claimed a 5-1 win over Northern Ireland and a 5-0 victory against Andorra in friendlies. These results show that Spain is in excellent form as they prepare for their upcoming match.

Albania – Spain – Head to Head

In their last meeting, Spain emerged victorious with a 2:1 win in an international friendly. Spain has won all of their last ten matches against Albania, leaving Albania without a win. The past three games have seen Albania scoring less than 1.5 goals. Also, the total goals did not exceed 3.5 in these matches.

Albania – Spain – Standings

As Round 3 of EURO Group B approaches, Spain is in a comfortable lead with 6 points. They have not conceded a goal yet. Albania is in the 3rd position with one point, having scored 3 goals and conceded 4. Albania is 5 points behind Spain and needs a significant upset at the neutral Duesseldorf Arena to change the group dynamics.

Albania vs Spain – Top scorers

Qazim Laci is leading the attack for the home side with three goals in this championship. Nedim Bajrami and Ernest Muci each have scored two goals. For Spain, Mikel Oyarzabal has scored four goals. Rodri and Alvaro Morata have contributed with two goals each, showing their team’s strong attacking capabilities.

Albania vs Spain – Full-Time Betting

Spain is the favorite to win, according to bookmakers, with odds of 1.42 for an away win. Albania’s odds are at 7.50 for a win and 4.75 for a draw. Spain’s consistent performance and their head-to-head record make them the favorites. However, injuries could play a role in the outcome. There are various betting options available for those looking to find a balance between risk and potential rewards.

Albania vs Spain – Over/Under Betting

The odds for “Over 2.5” goals are set at 1.727, and “Under 2.5” at 2.10. Considering Spain’s defensive strength and Albania’s attacking potential, the “Under 2.5” option might appeal to bettors. They are expecting a closely contested match with fewer goals, especially given Spain’s defensive record and Albania’s performance against top teams.

Albania vs Spain – BTTS Betting

The odds for “Yes” in the BTTS market are 1.909, and for “No” they are 1.80. Given Spain’s solid defense and Albania’s difficulties in scoring against strong teams, the “No” option seems more probable. This is based on the patterns observed in their recent performances.

Albania vs Spain – Prediction

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