Hamrun Spartans vs. Alashkert: Preview and betting tips

Last year he made a name for himself in Europe, this year Alashkert has been fighting for the European Conference League since the first preliminary round. He takes a one-goal lead into the rematch with Hamrun Spartans, what to expect from the rematch?

Hamrun finished third in the Maltese league last season, four points ahead of unbeaten fifth place. They played a promising 0-1 defeat in their opening game in Armenia and will look to surprise at home in the rematch.

Alashkert struggled on two fronts in the autumn, which cost them the fight for the title in the domestic competition. He finished third in the league, but the experience of the Conference Europe group may come in handy on the tough road to Europe.

The home side is led by Cape Verdean spearhead striker Dodo, who netted five goals and assisted three times last season. He was even invited to the national team. Frenchman Faissal El Bakhtaoui has netted eight times and added one assist.

After the departure of top scorer Jose Embal, the visitors will be hoping for offensive midfielder David Khurtsidze, who scored seven times and assisted three times last season. Experienced forward Ismaël Fofana scored four goals and assisted on two.

Although Hamrun finished third, their offense was not ideal, they had the second worst offense out of the first half of the table with thirty goals scored.

And he’ll have a tough time against Alaskhert. He had the league’s third-best defensive rating, averaging less than a goal per game, and he’s only scored five times in his last eight games.

Considering Alashkert’s experience from last season and the form of their defensive unit, I expect them to win the second game and advance with ease.