The Faroe Islands are set to welcome Montenegro to Tórsvøllur Stadium on Thursday, October 9, with kick-off scheduled for 14:45 local time. This match is expected to feature scrappy battles and disciplined defending, rather than a goal-fest. If you’re looking for fireworks, you may want to lower your expectations and instead look forward to Viking chants and perhaps more sheep than goals.
Recent Form
In their latest outing, the Faroe Islands secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Gibraltar at Europa Sports Park. They dominated possession with 59% and created five shots on target. Martin Agnarsson scored the decisive goal in the 68th minute.
Conversely, Montenegro faced a tough match against Croatia, suffering a 4-0 defeat at Stadion Maksimir. In that match, they struggled to maintain possession, holding onto the ball for less than 33% of the time, and they managed only a single shot on goal. The last time these two teams met in Niksic, Montenegro came out on top with a slim 1-0 victory.
Betting Insights
Bettors will likely be interested in the Asian Handicap markets for this match. The +0.25 line has proven beneficial for the Faroe Islands in four of their last five home matches. Meanwhile, Montenegro has not managed to cover a -0.25 line in their last eight away games, and they have failed to do so in nine out of their last ten and 14 of their last 18 away fixtures. These trends suggest that even if Montenegro wins by a single goal, your stake should remain safe.
- Faroe Islands’ +0.25 Result Probability: Approximately 52.9%
- Tipsters’ Optimistic Odds: Between 55% and 60%
This difference presents genuine value, so consider splitting your stake between a straight win and the quarter-handicap cushion, which stands at around -112.
Corner Kicks
Anticipate plenty of corner kicks during the match. Montenegro has recorded 8.5 or more corners in each of their last eight away qualifiers. Similarly, the Faroe Islands have surpassed that mark in five consecutive matches. Combining these trends, a wager on Over 8.5 corners at about -139 appears solid.
Suggested Same-Game Multi
For a same-game multi bet, consider the following:
- Faroe Islands +0.25
- Under 2.5 Goals (around -192)
- Over 8.5 Corners
This cautious approach aligns with recent patterns and helps keep your liability manageable.
Correct Score Predictions
Here are some betting options for correct scores:
- 1-0 Win for Faroe Islands: +475
- 1-1 Draw: +350
- Narrow Montenegro Win: +375
- 2-1 Faroe Islands Win: +650
- 0-0 Draw: +430
Our preferred pick is a 1-0 victory for the Faroe Islands at +475, reflecting their strong defensive play and modest attacking capabilities.
### Conclusion
As always, remember to manage your bankroll wisely and enjoy the excitement of international qualifying matches. Backing the Faroe Islands on the +0.25 line provides a safety net, while the corner and goal markets indicate the likely close nature of this clash. And if the outcome is not in your favor, at least you can enjoy some quality couch time with a takeaway. Good luck!