Riga vs Jelgava prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on July 3, 2026
Virsliga Latvia
In the 22nd round of the Latvian Virsliga on July 3, 2026, Riga will face Jelgava. Only a victory will satisfy the home side.
Riga vs Jelgava: Team News and Expert Analysis
The capital's top club regained the championship last season for the first time since 2020. Now, they are fighting to retain the title, but so far, RFS look slightly better. Riga beat them in the derby, but a draw with Daugavpils nearly restored the status quo. However, they have beaten others, including the currently strong Auda.
Jelgava finished only sixth in the last championship. Only since the end of April have their players started to earn points frequently, even picking up wins. They are on a clear upswing now: the 2-0 victory over Grobina was their third win in a row.
The champion is still in great shape: scoring an average of 2.95 goals per match and conceding three times less—just 0.9 per game. Basov’s side average only 1.14 goals scored and 1.67 conceded per match.
Head-to-Head: Riga vs Jelgava
In the last ten matches between these sides, Jelgava picked up points only twice—including once as recently as May.
The home side is very strong, and even this quite solid opponent should be beaten by more than a narrow margin. The bet is for Riga to win with a handicap of "-1.5 goals" (odds – 1.72).
Riga vs Jelgava: Key Stats and Trends
- Riga have won ten of their last twelve matches
- 57% of Riga's matches have goals from both teams, with an average total of 3.86 goals per match
- Jelgava have won their last three games
- 48% of Jelgava's matches have goals from both teams, with an average total of 2.81 goals per match
Riga vs Jelgava: Possible Starting Lineups
Riga play in a 1-4-1-3-2 formation (possible lineup): Zviedris - Jurkovskis, Musa, Chernomordyi, Tonishev - Ankra - Juan Christian, Galo, Diop - Oulad-Mhand, Ramirez
Jelgava play in a 1-5-4-1 formation (possible lineup): Dvorzhak - Prior, Janovskis, Semeško, Kangars, Novikovs - Gashek, Golubek, Zhaleiko, Bechers - Ratai
Place your bets on the upcoming match and follow the team's performance in the Latvian Virsliga league table
