Hearts vs Viktoria Plzeň prediction and betting tips on August 29, 2024
Game Prediction
In the final round of Europa League qualification on August 29, 2024, Hearts and Viktoria Plzeň will meet for the second leg. The Czech side managed a fortunate win at home, but they are likely to face a tough challenge in Scotland.
Hearts vs Viktoria Plzeň: Key Statistics and Trends
- Hearts have not won in their last nine matches.
- Viktoria Plzeň are unbeaten in nine consecutive games, winning the last five.
- Viktoria Plzeň have not conceded a goal in their last four matches.
- Hearts win the first half in 34% of their games, while Viktoria Plzeň win the first half in 44% of theirs.
Our Prediction for the Match Hearts vs Viktoria Plzeň
Both clubs share similarities—they have a significant history but are not considered giants in European football. Last season ended in a similar fashion for both teams. The "Jambos" finished just behind the Scottish giants Celtic and Rangers, making it difficult to expect much more. Meanwhile, "Viktorka" also secured third place in the Czech league, with only Prague's top teams, Slavia and Sparta, finishing ahead of them.
The "Red and Blues" have already passed the first round of qualification, defeating Ukrainian side Kryvbas twice. In the first leg, which was technically an away game (though the formal visitors were closer to Košice), they secured a comeback victory of 2-1, while at home, Vašulín's goal was the only one of the match. Their domestic campaign also started successfully. The Scots, however, have struggled both in the Premiership, where they have barely any points, and in the League Cup, from which they were eliminated as early as August, losing to Falkirk.
Last week in the Czech Republic, the match was evenly contested and seemed headed for a goalless draw. However, an own goal by Ojegoke in the sixth minute of added time changed everything.
Hearts vs Viktoria Plzeň: Possible Starting Lineups
Hearts (possible lineup): Clark - Rowles, Kent, Ojegoke - Penrice, Vargas, McKay, Grant, Devlin, Taylor - Shankland
Viktoria Plzeň (possible lineup): Tvrdoň - Jemelka, Hejda, Dvě - Havel, Sýkora, Kalvach, Čermák, Kopic - Šulc, Vašulín
Head to Head Matches: Hearts vs Viktoria Plzeň
Both clubs have been in the spotlight for quite some time and often participate in European competitions. However, they have never faced each other before, not even in a friendly match.
Free Prediction Today for the Match: Hearts vs Viktoria Plzeň
The Czechs are given a clear advantage, but they understand that the key will be organized defense. Don't expect a high-scoring game—we predict "under 2.5 goals" (odds – 1.94).