Azerbaijan have won three of their last four meetings with Liechtenstein: prediction for Azerbaijan — Liechtenstein
The UEFA Nations League third-round match between Azerbaijan and Liechtenstein will take place on October 1 at the Tofiq Bahramov Republican Stadium in Baku. Azerbaijan began the tournament with a 1-1 draw against Lithuania, while Liechtenstein lost to the same opponent 0-2.
Azerbaijan: a strong overall run and a home chance to claim three points
Aihan Abbasov's side head into the match after drawing with Lithuania, but their recent results have otherwise been quite convincing. In their previous six games, Azerbaijan have recorded four wins, one draw and one defeat.
Renat Dadashov could once again lead the hosts' attack, while Mahir Emreli is expected to feature on the flank. The head-to-head record also favors Azerbaijan — three wins in five matches against Liechtenstein.
Liechtenstein: five consecutive defeats
Liechtenstein began their Nations League campaign with a 0-2 home defeat to Lithuania and, a few days later, lost to Malta by the same scoreline in a friendly.
Conrad Fünfstück's team have now suffered five consecutive defeats. Their record in the Nations League is also modest: just two wins in 21 matches, along with 14 defeats.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Azerbaijan have won three of their last four head-to-head matches against Liechtenstein.
- Liechtenstein have suffered five consecutive defeats.
- The teams' most recent meeting, in 2013, ended in a 1-0 victory for Azerbaijan.
The hosts can extend their successful head-to-head run: prediction for Azerbaijan — Liechtenstein
Azerbaijan look more stable and come into this home fixture on the back of stronger recent results. With the support of their home crowd, the team should control possession more often and create more chances.
Liechtenstein may be able to put up a fight during certain spells, but their prolonged losing streak and poor Nations League record remain serious concerns.
