In this preview of the Euro 2024 qualification match between Latvia and Armenia, we analyse the teams, their recent performance, and potential starting lineups. With both teams eyeing a chance to secure a top-two finish in Group D and earn a spot in Germany, this match promises to be a thrilling encounter. Let’s delve into the details.
| Latvia vs Armenia Betting Tips | ||
|---|---|---|
| Selection | Odds | Bookie |
| Armenia | 9/10 |  |
| 0-2 | 15/2 | |
Latvia have had a challenging journey in the Euro 2024 qualification campaign, losing all five of their matches. The recent 2-0 defeat at home to Wales compounded their woes. Their once-promising performance in Euro 2004 seems like a distant memory, and their home record in Euro qualifiers has been dismal, with ten losses in their last 12 matches.
In June, Latvia came close to securing points against their upcoming opponents, Armenia, twice. They lost to Armenia in stoppage time via a penalty and were narrowly defeated 3-2 by Turkey, despite an equaliser in the 94th minute. With only three matches left in the campaign, Latvia’s primary aim is to get off the mark and regain some pride. However, they currently sit seven points adrift of the nearest nation above them.
Armenia, on the other hand, are in contention for a historic major tournament appearance. They have kept their dreams alive by remaining level with Wales, who are one of the two teams just above Latvia in the standings. With three matches to go and group favourites Croatia holding one game in hand, Armenia have a real chance to secure a top-two finish.
Armenia’s recent 1-1 draw with Turkey, a match they could have won if not for a late equaliser, demonstrated their determination. Coach Oleksandr Petrakov has integrated players from a widespread Armenian diaspora into the squad, such as Argentina-born pair Lucas Zelarayan and Norberto Briasco. Despite a 1-0 loss to Croatia in the previous month, Armenia remains a competitive force in Group D.
Latvia are set to face Armenia with several key players missing. Notably, striker Vladislavs Gutkovskis, a pivotal figure in winning the Polish title last season, is unavailable. Captain Kristers Tobers is suspended, and left-back Raivis Jurkovskis is injured. Key defender Antonijs Cernomordijs may not be fit until the game against Turkey.
There’s a positive note with the inclusion of midfield duo Oskars Vientiess and Bogdans Samoilovs, the latter leading Latvia’s Virsliga in assists this season with 10.
Armenia, meanwhile, have excluded Koln striker Sargis Adamyan due to his lack of first-team action in the Bundesliga. Russia-born Edgar Sevikyan earns his first senior call-up, and he’ll compete with Grant-Leon Ranos, who impressed with a brace in Armenia’s win over Wales in June. The Armenian squad features players born abroad, including Sweden-born defender Andre Calisir and defensive midfielder Ugochukwu Iwu, originally from Nigeria.
Tigran Barseghyan, who scored the late winner in Armenia’s previous encounter with Latvia, is Armenia’s leading active scorer with nine goals.
Latvia (Probable):
Armenia (Probable):
Considering Latvia’s goal drought in September’s qualifiers and their overall struggles, Armenia enter this match as the favourites. Both teams are motivated to secure a top-two finish in Group D, and Armenia’s performance in recent matches, along with their squad depth, gives them an edge.
Prediction: Latvia 0-2 Armenia
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