Noah vs Urartu Prediction: The defending champions will cruise to victory

4th placed Noah will sit at home at the Alashkert Stadium on Sunday to welcome the defending champions, Urartu in one of the most anticipated matches of the weekend in the Armenia Premier League. Previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

Noah FC had a successful start to their season with a victory against Van, securing a win through a penalty taken by Artur Miranyan in the 14th minute. However, they faced a setback in their second game, losing 1-0 to BKMA. As a result of their mixed performance in these two matches, Noah FC currently occupies the fourth position on the league table with a total of 3 points. They have managed to score 1 goal and have conceded 1 goal in their opening two games of the season. This early stage of the season suggests both areas of strength and areas for improvement for the team.

Despite being the defending champions, Urartu has faced challenges in showcasing their true potential this season. Despite recording a perfect 100% record in their first two domestic league games, winning 2-1 against both BKMA and Ararat-Armenia, the team faced setbacks in their UEFA qualification matches. Urartu encountered difficulties in the qualification games, suffering losses of 3-2 both at home and away against the Romanian side Farul Constanta. These losses in the UEFA qualification matches have posed challenges for the team as they aim to balance their domestic and international performances. However, they should do well and get a win here.

Urartu have maintained a strong record against their opponents in the last seven encounters. They have managed to avoid defeat in these matches, securing four wins and three draws. The previous two games between the two teams have ended with fewer than 2.5 goals being scored and a "Both Teams to Score - No" outcome, indicating a trend of low-scoring and tight matches.

The defending champions may be performing poorly in continental competition, but they remain a team to beat in their domestic matches. So I see them getting a win here, a clean sheet, and a low-scoring game.

• W2 for 1.66 odds
• BTTS-NO for 2.21 odds
• Over 2.5 for 2.19 odds