Zalaegerszegi TE vs MTK Budapest FC Prediction: Both sides should find the net

In what promises to be an intriguing Hungary league encounter, Zalaegerszegi TE will be hosting MTK Budapest at ZTE Aréna on Sunday. Both teams will be eager to secure a positive result and continue their quest for success in the league. Previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

Zalaegerszegi TE will undoubtedly be eager to bounce back from their recent setbacks as they take on MTK Budapest in the upcoming Hungary league fixture. Their disappointing 1-2 loss in the Conference League Qualifiers against NK Osijek and the early 2-0 deficit in their league opener against Kisvarda will serve as motivation for the team to turn things around.

Having conceded early goals in their last league game, Zalaegerszegi TE will be determined to tighten their defense and avoid a repeat scenario. Their attacking prowess, evidenced by their 15 shots in the last game, shows that they have the potential to create scoring opportunities. The team will look to capitalize on their chances and convert them into goals, aiming to secure a much-needed victory at home.

MTK Budapest FC will be eager to build on their performance from last season as they strive to make their mark in the top tier of Hungarian football. Despite finishing as runners-up in the second division, the team showed great potential and determination to earn promotion to the top league.

Their recent match against Paks, which ended in a 1-1 draw, was a testament to their competitiveness and ability to fight for points against more experienced opponents. Krisztian Nemeth's goal in the 49th minute demonstrated their attacking prowess, while Paks' Daniel Bode's equalizer in the 65th minute highlighted the team's need to remain focused throughout the entire match.

As they face Zalaegerszegi TE in the upcoming clash, MTK Budapest FC will aim to secure their first win in the top tier and announce their presence as a strong contender. The team will rely on their collective strength and tactical approach to overcome the challenges posed by their opponents.

The recent head-to-head clashes between Zalaegerszegi TE and MTK Budapest have been closely contested, with Zalaegerszegi TE holding the upper hand. Out of their last six meetings since September 2020, Zalaegerszegi TE emerged victorious in four matches, while MTK Budapest secured two wins. Notably, there were no draws in these encounters.

The matches between these two sides have produced a total of 17 goals, with Zalaegerszegi TE scoring 11 and MTK Budapest netting 6. This averages to an exciting 2.83 goals per game.

The most recent league encounter took place in May 2022, where MTK Budapest secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Zalaegerszegi TE. It was a closely fought match, with both teams displaying their offensive capabilities and creating entertaining football for the fans.

As they prepare to face each other once again, both Zalaegerszegi TE and MTK Budapest will look to draw inspiration from their past performances and give their best to claim a positive result in the forthcoming fixture. The history between these teams adds an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming clash, and fans can anticipate an engaging and competitive match at ZTE Aréna. At full time I expect both teams to score in a match that can end in a draw.

• BTTS for 1.67 odds
• Under 2.5 for 1.85 odds
• HT: X for 2.20 odds