Romania vs Cyprus prediction and betting tips on November 18, 2024
Game Prediction
On November 18, 2024, in the 6th round of the UEFA Nations League, Romania will face Cyprus. The hosts are guaranteed first place, while the visitors are almost certain to finish third.
Our prediction for the match Romania vs Cyprus
The "Tricolors" returned to the Euros after a long hiatus, qualifying directly through their success in the 2023 campaign. In Germany, they started strongly, defeating Ukraine 4-1 and securing a pragmatic draw against Slovakia, which allowed them to reach the playoffs. However, the journey ended abruptly with a heavy 0-3 defeat to the Netherlands. Meanwhile, the "Islanders" not only failed to qualify for yet another tournament but also lost all eight of their matches in 2023.
Despite this, Ketsbaia was dismissed only in autumn. Cyprus began the new cycle with an away victory over Lithuania but has since suffered a series of heavy defeats under both the Georgian and his successor, Augousti. On Friday, hosting Jankauskas's team, they secured a vital 2-1 victory.
In Bucharest, despite their Euro success, Romania changed coaches, appointing local legend Mircea Lucescu. The "Mister" has started with a perfect record, winning all his matches. November's clash with Kosovo was scoreless until it was abandoned due to the visitors walking off in protest against crowd behavior.
Romania vs Cyprus: Probable lineups
Romania (probable lineup): Niță – Bancu, Burcă, Drăgușin, Rațiu – Stanciu, Marin, Marin – Mihăilă, Drăguș, Man
Cyprus (probable lineup): Demetriou – Ioannou, Panayiotou, Andreou, Karo – Charalampous, Artymatas, Kastanos – Kakoullis, Pittas, Loizou
Romania vs Cyprus: Key statistics and trends
- Romania has taken maximum points from their first four matches.
- Cyprus has suffered three consecutive defeats.
- Romania scores 27% of their goals between the 16th and 30th minutes.
- Romania wins the first half in 23% of matches, while Cyprus does so in 44%.
Head-to-Head Matches: Romania vs Cyprus
The "Islanders" avoided defeat in three consecutive matches during regular time but suffered a 0-3 home loss to the "Tricolors" in October.
Free prediction for the match Romania vs Cyprus
With the visitors having achieved their objective, they are unlikely to push themselves. Bet on Lucescu's team to win with a handicap of "-1.5 goals" (odds – 1.83).
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