Armenia vs Hungary: Expert Predictions and Top Betting Tips
In a significant World Cup qualifier, Armenia will host Hungary on Thursday at Republican Stadium in Yerevan. The match is pivotal for both teams as they vie for ranking in Group F. Armenia sits at the bottom of the group, while Hungary aims to solidify its playoff position.
Match Overview: Armenia vs Hungary
The match kicks off at 17:00 local time. Currently, Hungary is second in Group F, trying to bounce back from a shaky start in the qualifiers. They initially lost a two-goal lead in Dublin, ending in a 3-2 defeat against the Republic of Ireland, followed by a home loss to Portugal.
Recent Performances
- Hungary defeated Armenia 2-0 in their last meeting.
- In their previous matches, Hungary managed a draw against Portugal, thanks to a late goal from Dominik Szoboszlai.
- Armenia has only secured three points from four matches, struggling with three defeats.
Betting Insights
Bookmakers favor Hungary to secure a victory in this matchup. The odds for Hungary to win are at 4/7, while Armenia’s odds are 4/1. A draw is priced at 14/5. A win for Hungary coupled with a loss for Ireland against Portugal could seal a playoff position for them.
Players to Watch
Barnabas Varga is a standout player for Hungary with an impressive performance this season, scoring 18 goals in 22 appearances for his club. He has been instrumental in Hungary’s qualification campaign, finding the net against both the Republic of Ireland and Portugal.
Team News
Armenia will miss Tigran Barseghyan due to suspension following a red card in their last game. Meanwhile, Hungary has a fully fit squad, led by Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai as captain.
Key Line-ups
| Armenia | Hungary |
|---|---|
| Avagyan | Toth |
| Piloyan | Nego |
| Muradyan | Orban |
| Mktrchyan | Szalai |
| Hovhannisyan | Kerkez |
| Ivu | Styles |
| Sperstian | Schafer |
| Tiknizyan | Szoboszlai |
| Miranyan | Bolla |
| Shaghoyan | Sallai |
| Ranos | Varga |
The match promises excitement as both teams strive for crucial points in their World Cup qualifiers. Bet365 has highlighted Varga as a potential scorer, offering odds of 11/10 for anytime goals in this fixture.