Valletta vs Birkirkara FC Prediction: The Stripes Are Tipped For Victory Over The Hosts

Matchday 16 presents a fiendish brawl between Valletta and Birkirkara FC, two mid-table sides desperate for a climb up the league table. While Birkirkara FC had a narrow win on the last matchday, the hosting boys from Superbissima fell to a surprising defeat. Both sides have tugged the tides towards each other recently, with four stalemates and one 3-0 Birkirkara FC victory in five recent contests.

Valletta (9th)

Last Five Matches: L-W-W-L-D-L

Valletta has been performing remarkably in their recent games, except for the last one against Mosta FC where their two-game winning streak was broken. The Lilywhites showed their dominance in the FA Cup contest against Ghajnsielem FC, winning the game with an impressive score of 7-1. In their last two direct contests against Gudja United, they emerged victorious with a 2-1 win and a 0-0 stalemate. Despite Sirens and Gudja United being cleared from the list, Valletta couldn't capitalize on their away game and lost to Mosta FC with a 2-1 score. However, Valletta is confident about their upcoming match, even though they will be facing a formidable opponent whom they haven't been able to defeat in recent times.

Birkirkara F.C (6th)

Recent Form: L-D-L-W-W

The Stripes need a wake-up call since their winning streak being surprisingly truncated by the Lucian Saints a while back. Their recent 0-0 stalemate against the Wanderers from Sliema may not have resulted in a win, but it was a testament to their unwavering determination, as Samuel Arpong's yellow card incident could not deter them. Their resilience still did not pay off when they faced off against Floriana and fell to the league's giants to a 2-1 defeat. In their last game against Sirens FC, they emerged victorious with a 1-0 lead. The Stripes have a rich history against Valletta, with a victory and four stalemates in their last five games. Their recent record has been impressive too, with two wins, one stalemate, and two defeats in five games.

H2H ANALYSIS (LAST FIVE MEETINGS)

• In four of five previous fixtures, the score was Under 2.5 Match Goals.
• In five games between the sides, there have been zero wins for Valletta.
• Valletta has scored in three games against Birkirkara FC.
• Ther have been four stalemates between the sides.
• Birkirkara FC has only beaten Valletta once in the last five direct clashes.

Valletta vs Birkirkara FC

Expert Betting Tips

Although Birkirkara FC are in better form and would be expected to hold on to the form they recently attained, Valletta intends to return to winning ways in this game.

• We place our first cards towards a few goals in the game as both sides would be careful going forward and on the counter. Bet On Under 2.5 Match Goals in this game at 1.90 odds from Ixbet;
• Our Second option is a stalemate at 3.30 odds from Betway;
• Lastly, a win for Birkirkara is the most viable option if the sides manage to elude a stalemate. Bet on a Draw No Bet - Birkirkara wins at 1.83 odds.

Good luck!