Faroe Islands vs Latvia prediction and betting tips on October 13, 2024
Game Prediction
On October 13, 2024, the Faroe Islands will host Latvia in the 4th round of the UEFA Nations League. Both teams are eager to avoid relegation from their current division, making this a must-win match for both sides.
Key Stats and Trends for Faroe Islands vs Latvia
- The Faroe Islands have only avoided defeat twice in their last six matches.
- Latvia has won two of their last four games.
- The Faroe Islands have conceded in each of their last six matches.
- The Faroe Islands lead at halftime in just 20% of their matches, while Latvia leads in 0% of theirs.
Match Preview: Faroe Islands vs Latvia
Last year, the “Sheep Farmers” failed to meet their primary goal: avoiding last place in their qualifying group. They managed only two points from eight matches. Latvia’s results were similarly disappointing, with three draws and five losses. Interestingly, the two sides met over the summer in the Baltic Cup, where Nicolaato’s Latvian team claimed third place.
Latvia also came out on top in their September encounter, winning 1-0 at home thanks to a solitary goal from Varslavans. The Faroe Islands seemed fatigued after their surprise draw against North Macedonia. This week, the Faroese played Armenia, letting a lead slip twice to eventually draw. Meanwhile, Latvia suffered a heavy 1-4 defeat in Yerevan in September and followed it up with a 0-3 home loss to North Macedonia.
Coach Håkan Ericson has limited options, relying on a tried-and-tested squad. For Latvia, the most notable absentee is forward Davis Ikaunieks, though his brother Janis is part of the team.
Possible Starting Lineups
Faroe Islands (possible lineup): Reynatrod – Davidsen, Edmundsson, Faerø, Benjaminssen – Sorensen, Vatnhamar, Vatnhamar – Olsen, Edmundsson, Agnarsson
Latvia (possible lineup): Matrevics – Ciganiks, Jagodinskis, Tobers, Balodis, Jurkovskis – Varslavans, Saveļjevs, Zelenkovs – Gutkovskis, Ikaunieks
Head to Head: Faroe Islands vs Latvia
Before Latvia’s recent victories, the sides had played to four consecutive draws. Their rivalry dates back to World Cup qualifying in 2016, when the Faroese earned a 2-0 away win.
Free Prediction for Faroe Islands vs Latvia
Neither team has much to lose, and both will be chasing a win. Expect over 2.0 total goals in this encounter (odds – 1.77).