Santa Lucia vs Balzan Prediction: The Saints Are On The Verge Of A Three-Game Defeat

The Saints are pitched against Balzan FC as Round 3 of the Maltese Premier League goes underway. Both sides have had their fair share of losses recently and would seek redemption victory in this contest. Five previous meetings between the two sides resulted in two wins for each side and a stalemate, with Balzan taking victory in the last game, ending with a 3 -1 margin.

Last Five Matches: L-L

Santa Lucia lost the last game against the Hibbees with a close 3-2 scoreline, and despite the loss, their performance was simply outstanding. The opponents were merely more prepared and utilized the home advantage. They suffered a devastating defeat in the previous game against Florina, ending in a 4-0 margin. As they prepare against Balzan FC, who returned to winning ways in the last game and hope to consolidate victory here, the team bears the burden of two losses and no success since the beginning of the season.

Last Five Matches: W-L

Balzan FC hopes to consolidate winning ways in this game as a little cold feet stalked them to a narrow 1-0 victory against fellow league side Gzira United. They are currently pitched against Santa Lucia, a side regarded with so much opposition, and the fans expect a total show of compulsive resilience from start to finish. On H2H, both sides are tied to the bone, and scores remain to be settled in this particular clash, which is expected to produce goals.

Previous contests between the sides resulted in a handful of goals, with five goals recorded in two previous direct clashes. These tips should play out as helpful pointers:

• A Direct Over 2.5 Match Goals sounds like another right option for 1.68 odds (Betway)
• Both Sides are capable of dealing blows to each other as the frenzy of the matchday fixture, and the hosts are hot for this game, irrespective of threats the visitors, who have proven capable of retaliation, may pose. As such, a B T T S option at odds of 1.90 from 1xbet sounds like a perfect alternative.
• The hosting outfit is considerably better, as they have a current squad that foreshadows the game with the proper techniques and incisiveness. Bet on a Balzan Win at odds of 1.61 odds from Bet365

Good luck!

Please note that the odds can change at any point.