Apollon Limassol FC vs AS Othellos Athienou Prediction: Home side to win by a 2-goal margin

The data for the game between Apollon and Othellos on 12th May 2024 at the Alphamega Stadium in Kolosi shows a sizable performance differential in Apollon's favour, making them the obvious favourites in this thrilling game. When it comes to goals scored, there are some intriguing statistics regarding this 2023–2024 season encounter. A higher-scoring match appears likely given the two clubs' 2.79 average total goals scored in a game. That's further supported by the Over 2.5 Goals odds of 1.38, which indicate a likely outcome given the scenario's 52% average frequency in their previous meetings. The 1.98 price for the Over 3.5 Goals is a fantastic deal for those who want to take a riskier wager; this is in line with the historical rate of 28%.

Apollon appears to have a better defensive record than Othellos, who has a pitiful 9.00 odds, based on the 2.40 possibilities for a clean sheet. This compares Othellos' away number (1.97) against Apollon's average expected goals against (xG against) at home (1.13). Though these figures suggest a tighter defense for Apollon, the probability of 2.40 for a clean sheet indicate some weakness.

The analysis points to a strong likelihood of over 2.5 goals while also favorably tilting the scales in Apollon's favor and suggesting that they might win even without a clean sheet. In addition to outright outcomes, bettors seeking value may choose to consider the under-explored corners market or the over 3.5 goals market, depending on the odds that are offered closer to the game.

Apollon Limassol FC

Apollon has 11 points from the last five games—all away and at home. In every game, 2.2 points are scored on average. Among the games, BTTS is one of the most engaging. Apollon has scored fourteen goals in the last five games. Apollon put on a fantastic display at home as the team has not lost in their last five games. Is there a chance they can win this game?

Apollon is undoubtedly gaining momentum as they have won 10 straight games. They have won three of the last five games they have played. Apollon is unbeaten entering into this meeting with Othellos, having won three and drawn two of the previous five games. They scored fourteen goals in the five games. In three of Apollon's last five games, the score was shared at the end. This season, BTTS has come in 15 out of all matches featuring Apollon.

AS Othellos Athienou

Othellos has accumulated 10 points in the last five games, both at home and away. This translates to two points each game on average. Interesting games that BTTS has entered are four of them. Othellos has netted sixteen goals in the last five matches. Scoring is never an issue for Othellos when they play away from home. In their last six road games, they have scored goals. Could this streak be broken by Apollon?

After winning four games in a row, Othellos is beginning to gain momentum. They have triumphed in three of their last five games played. Three or more goals have been scored in each of the last six Othellos games, so this one could see several goals as well. Will Apollon now partake in the fun? There have been 27 goals scored in Othellos' last five games, both at home and away.

Othellos will be looking to keep up their momentum against Apollon today, having only suffered one loss in their last five games. They have played 14 games this season, winning 3, drawing 1, and losing 1. In 37% of their games, they have failed to get the ball past the back of the net. Does the team require a new forward? They have scored 16 goals in their last 5 games, which is really good.

Expert Betting Tips

These two clubs have met five times in the previous several seasons. Apollon has won three and Othellos has won none of their previous five encounters. Together, they have drawn two of their matches.

While Othellos is performing appallingly away from home, Apollon is performing passably at home. In previous meetings, the average number of goals scored by Apollon and Othellos was 2.8, with BTTS occurring 40% of the time. So far this season, Apollon has averaged 1.26 points per game at home and 0.79 points per game away from home in the First Division.

The outcome of the most recent match was Apollon 4 - 0 Othellos. A similar scoreline is expected with a maximum of 1 goals anticipated for the away team.