AE Zakakiou vs Ethnikos Achna Prediction: Away to win and both teams to score

The Cyprus 1st Division is in full swing, capturing the attention of fans globally. As we move deeper into the season, each match takes on increasing significance, not just for the teams but also for their passionate supporters. In week 2, AE Zakakiou and Ethnikos Achna are ready to square off in a thrilling match at Stadio Vitex Ammochostos Epistrofi in Larnaca to enthral global football fans. Set to take place on 3rd March 2024 at 20:00 (GMT+3), this game is a must-win for the home side. 

Over the past ten games, AE Zakakiou has scored 12 goals. Averaging 1.2 goals per game, AE Zakakiou has been able to score goals. In the same time frame, AE Zakakiou has also given up 19 goals. This results in an average of 1.9 goals given up each game. Nineteen goals in the past ten games for Ethnikos Achna. Averaging 1.9 goals per game, Ethnikos Achna has demonstrated his skill. Throughout the same time frame, Ethnikos Achna has also given up 18 goals. We now have an average of 1.8 goals let up per game.

Ethnikos enters the game as the favourite to win but Zakakiou is not far behind. The game's risky elements suggest that the odds might go in any team's favour, emphasizing how unpredictable football is.

After losing their most recent match 2-1 against AEL Limassol in the First Division, AEZ Zakakiou will be trying to improve on their previous performance here. AEZ Zakakiou matches have been exciting lately, usually involving a lot of goalmouth activity. Both clubs have scored 21 goals in total (or 3.5 goals per game) during their last six meetings, with AEZ Zakakiou accounting for seven of those goals.

Over the past ten games, AE Zakakiou has experienced one victory, five losses, and four draws. There have been six games with over 2.5 goals and four with under 2.5 goals in AE Zakakiou's previous ten games. Over the past ten home games, AE Zakakiou has seen one victory, four losses, and five draws.

With a 2-1 victory over Karmiotissa in their most recent encounter, Ethnikos Achna will enter the game. With an average of 3.5 goals per fixture during the last six games in which Ethnikos Achna has fielded players, the goal has been scored 21 times, demonstrating their thirst for fruitful encounters. Teams in opposition have scored eight of these goals. All that remains to be seen is if that pattern continues into this next game.

Over the past ten games, Ethnikos Achna has had four victories, three defeats, and three draws. Seven of Ethnikos Achna's previous ten games had above 2.5 goals, while the remaining three had under 2.5 goals. Over the last ten road games, Ethnikos Achna has had two victories, four losses, and four draws.

This match presents Ethnikos with the chance to get back-to-back wins after winning against Karmiotissa. The strong form of Ethnikos Achna mixed with the bad performance of AE Zakakiou makes Ethnikos Achna the clear favourite.

Expect goals in this game and a win for Leverkusen. Leverkusen will win, there will be over 2.5 goals in the games, and both teams will score.  

Score Prediction: Zakakiou 1 - 2 Ethnikos