Urartu vs Pyunik Yerevan Prediction: The most interesting clash of the Armenia League

Urartu Stadium will host the most interesting game of the round on Tuesday when Urartu battle Pyunik Yerevan. The defending champions have not been in their best form recently, same as the league leaders. Can either side wake up and get a needed win here? Below are previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds.

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Urartu have not been enjoying a commendable run, securing just 1 win in their last 8 games–including friendlies. In their recent match against Noah, things didn't go as planned. They conceded a goal in the 9th minute, and although their opponent were reduced to 10 men in the 23rd minute of the game when Pablo saw a straight red, Urartu couldn’t capitalise on the advantage as they waited till the 58th minute to get the equaliser, when Temur Dzhikiya converted from the penalty spot. Despite their efforts, they were unable to secure maximum points, and the match ended in a 1-1 draw.

Currently occupying the 4th position in the league standings, Urartu boast 35 points from 21 matches. They have scored 34 goals, while conceding 31 times. Temur Dzhikiya has been in exceptional form, finding the back of the net 9 times. Dzhikiya's outstanding performance on the field has the potential to turn the tables in favor of his team in future matches.

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Pyunik Yerevan will hope to return to winning ways after they have failed to taste a win in their last 5 matches in all competitions. Their recent match against Ararat-Armenia was disappointing after they were defeated 3-1. Pyunik Yerevan conceded two goals in the first half, in the 30th and 41st minutes, respectively. Although they managed to pull one back in the 78th minute to level the score, they conceded the final goal in stoppage time ultimately surrendering all three points.

Despite their recent setbacks, Pyunik Yerevan still occupy the first position in the league standings with 48 points from 21 matches. They have scored 52 goals while conceding 17 times. 31-year-old Yusuf Otubanjo has found the back of the net 11 times and provided 1 assist this season. His contributions have been crucial for the team, despite their recent struggles.

Since 2021 until now, Urartu and Pyunik Yerevan have faced each other 13 times. In these encounters, Urartu have won 4 times, Pyunik Yerevan won 6 times, and 3 matches ended in a draw. Their most recent clash resulted in a 3-1 victory for Pyunik Yerevan.

This match is perhaps the most interesting match of the round, and I expect to see the attacking spirit of both sides. So backing both sides to score is the best option. However, I believe the visitors will, at some point in the game, get a winning goal to claim all 3 points.

• Over 2.5 for 1.78 odds
• BTTS for 1.67 odds
• W2 for 1.83 odds