Ludogorets will take on Zalgiris. The match will take place at Huvepharma Arena in Razgrad on Thursday, August 18.
Ludogorets have been left out of the Champions League. The “Orlite”, the most powerful club in Bulgaria, is unquestionably the “Orlite”. The next champion title is no longer a matter of course, but a mandatory requirement. It is important to participate in international tournaments. Sometimes, it was possible to get into the Champions League group stage. The Bulgarian grand was also qualified. In the first half of July, Sutjescu won (2-0 at home, and 1-0 in Niksha). After a crushing 3-0 home defeat, Shamrock Rovers came through and allowed them to concede in Ireland by 1-2. Dinamo Zagreb lost both matches. In Croatia, they also received three “reds”. Now it will be back to haunt them.
Zalgiris was able surprise. The “Green-Whites”, a true football giant in their country, are the “Green-Whites”. Apart from the rich history, the “Green-Whites” are again No. 1. in Lithuania. Zalgiris was not a shining star, particularly at the international level. The summer of 2012 can be described as very successful. Ballkani was unable to make it through the penalty shootout. After draws at home and in Kosovo, the Balts stunned many by beating Malmo (1-0 in Sweden; 2-0 in Vilnius). He did not give up even a single chance against the next opponent, who also represented Scandinavia. Bodo/Glimt defeated the opposition 5-0 at their home. Zalgiris was then able to retire from the Champions League with a 1-1 draw.
In 2017, the teams played each other in Champions League qualification. After that, the teams exchanged home wins. However, Ludogorets won this match 4-1 to 1-2. Even with all the problems they created for themselves in terms of line-up, Ludogorets are stronger than Zalgiris. This match is based on betting on the home team with a handicap equal to “-1 goal”.
Prediction: Ludogorets will win with -1.0 handicap
