LiontipsNorway vs Slovenia: Predictions and Betting Tips for the Nations League Match on October 10, 2024
Command Analysis
Current Form
The Norway national team boasts several star players yet struggles to qualify for major international tournaments. The squad frequently drops points against weaker opponents. This edition of the Nations League started with a frustrating 0-0 draw against Kazakhstan. Norway had a significant advantage but couldn't find the back of the net. In their second match, however, they secured a solid 2-1 victory at home against Austria.
Injuries and Suspensions
Norway has no issues with player availability.
Notable Betting Trends
- The team has suffered just one defeat in their last five matches
- Norway has won their last two home games
Projected Lineup: Nylund - Wolf, Østigard, Hanche-Olsen, Ryerson - Berg, Berge, Ødegaard - Mjelde, Haaland, Sørloth
Current Form
This summer, Slovenia competed in the European Championship. The team did not secure any wins in the tournament but still advanced from the group stage in third place. Notably, Slovenia drew every match. In the first round of the playoffs, they lost to Portugal only in a penalty shootout. In the new Nations League campaign, Slovenia began with a draw against Austria (1:1) and convincingly defeated Kazakhstan (3:0).
Disciplinary Issues and Injuries
Slovenia has no squad concerns.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Slovenia has not lost in regular time over their last 12 matches
- Six of the last seven matches for the visitors ended in draws during regular time
Projected Lineup: Oblak - Janza, Bijol, Drkušič, Brekalo - Mlakar, Elšnik, Gnezda, Stojanović - Celar, Šeško
Trends
Bet Exact Score 1:1
Four of Slovenia's last seven matches ended with this score
8.00Bet Digit 1 in Final Score
This pattern occurred in 5 of Slovenia's last 7 matches
1.72Bet Both Teams to Score
This bet was successful in 5 of Norway's last 7 matches
1.90Tip and bets
The home team is seen as the clear favorite in this match; however, we believe the situation is not so simple. While the hosts may have a stronger roster, Slovenia has achieved significantly more recently as a team. We think that due to their discipline, the Slovenians will be able to compete for points.
Our prediction is an Asian handicap (+1) on Slovenia at 1.75.
Bet on Total Goals
Slovenia has been solid defensively, conceding just one goal in their last four matches. Norway is also unlikely to have defensive lapses. This match will likely be decided by one or two goals.
Bet – total under 2.5 goals. This option is offered at 1.92
Bet on Corners
With both teams likely to adopt a defensive strategy, we shouldn't expect a high number of corner kicks in this match.
Bet – total under 8.5 corners. This option is available at 1.85
