Marsaxlokk vs Birkirkara FC Prediction: Home Struggles For League’s First Victory Continues

Two sides with different fates in the first two opening games in the BOV Maltese League, Marsaxlokk and Birkirkara, contend for maximum points in the third-week fixture schedule. While the Stripes seem to have prospered through the opening games, Marsaxlokk has failed to keep up appearances, leaving speculations for another loss for the disadvantaged side ahead of this contest.

Marsaxlokk (10th)

Recent Form: L-L

Marsaxlokk’s wretched form traces from their 1-4 performance in the Club Friendlies against Romanian side AS Otelul Galati – a game decided from the first half, which ended 3-0. Falling 1-0 to Gzira United in the league’s official opener, the team forged ahead against Melita San Giljan, the replacement for Santa Lucia, who plunged into relegation after poor league performance last season. The game produced a disappointing 2-1 outcome favoring the newbies, who had been tagged underdogs.

Marsaxlokk’s attack is poor, and unless something is done as a quick fix, they look poised for a successive third loss and further plunge down the table, which is beginning to take shape and form.

Birkirkara F.C (6th)

Last Five Matches: D-W

The Birkirkara Stripes have been rapidly improving in the league, launching their campaign in the 3-3 game against the Youths of Balzan. The second game saw them narrowly cruise through Zabbar Saint Patrick in the 1-0 encounter. Things look decent enough for the side, who are expected to show strength in this clash, especially against the inconsistency of their current opponents, Marsaxlokk.

H2H ANALYSIS (LAST FIVE MEETINGS)

The leverage is balanced between the sides, who have procured two stalemates, and a win for either side. All games, from which three produced a BTTS - NO, ended in Under 2.5 total match goals.

Marsaxlokk vs Birkirkara FC

Expert Betting Tips

Birkirkara FC is considered a brute force for Marsaxlokk to contend with. However, these tips should help straighten your options:

• We envisage few goals in the game. Bet Under 2.5 goals at full-time at 1.60 odds from 1xbet.
• Our next option is a BTTS - YES, as we bank on a clean sheet for the guests. Betway offers 1.88 odds for this alternative.
• Birkirkara’s confidence against Marsaxlokk is overwhelming, bucked with the winning streak incurred against the side. Put your bets on an away win at 2.80 odds from Bet365.