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The action continues in the UEFA Nations League as Azerbaijan and Slovakia lock horns at the Tofiq Bahramov Stadium on Monday. Fernando Santos’ hosts have lost their three games in Group C1.
Azerbaijan were left empty handed yet again in the Nations League, as they suffered a 3-1 defeat to Estonia at the A. Le Coq Arena on Friday. Santos’ side have lost their three games in the campaign, conceding eight goals and scoring twice.
Slovakia, meanwhile, turned in a fine show of spirit on Friday, overcoming a two-goal deficit to salvage a 2-2 draw against Sweden at the Tehelne Pole Stadium.
Before that, Francesco Calzona’s men had kicked off the campaign with back-to-back victories, seeing off Estonia 1-0 in the Group C1 opener on September 5, three days before a 2-0 home win over Azerbaijan.
With seven points, Slovakia are second in the standings, only behind Sweden on goal difference.
Azerbaijan vs Slovakia Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- With nine wins from their last 11 meetings, Slovakia boasts a superior record in the fixture, compared to Azerbaijan’s two.
- Azerbaijan have lost their last four competitive matches, excluding friendlies, conceding 13 goals and scoring twice since a 3-0 victory over Sweden in November 2023.
- Slovakia are unbeaten in four Nations League matches, winning twice, since losing 2-1 against Slovakia in September 2022.
- Azerbaijan have won one of their last five competitive home games, losing three.
Azerbaijan vs Slovakia Prediction
Slovakia will be licking their lips against a floundering Azerbaijan side who are yet to taste victory in their Nations League campaign. Given the gulf in quality between the two teams, expect the visitors to come away with all three points.
Prediction: Azerbaijan 0-2 Slovakia
Azerbaijan vs Slovakia Betting Tips
Tip 1: Slovakia to win
Tip 2: Over 2.5 goals - No (There have been fewer than three goals scored in four of Slovakia’s last five games across competitions.)
Tip 3: Over 10.5 corners - No (There have been fewer than 11 corners in their last five meetings.)
