Urartu vs Alashkert Prediction: The defending champions will bounce back

Urartu will hope for a change in their fortune when they welcome Alashkert to the Urartu stadium this Wednesday. The defending champions seem to be finding it difficult to defend their title; can they get back on track in this clash? You will find previews, H2H, expert picks, and odds below.

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Urartu have had a tough time lately, managing only two wins in their last six matches. They suffered three losses and a draw during this period.

In their most recent match against West Armenia, things looked promising for Urartu as they scored a late goal in the first half, precisely in the 36th minute, to take the lead. However, their joy was short-lived as they conceded two late goals, one in the 90th minute and another in the 90+9th minute, which was quite disheartening, resulting in a defeat.

Currently, Urartu find themselves in the 4th position in the league standings with 27 points. They've found the back of the net 27 times but have also conceded 22 goals in just 15 matches.

One bright spot for Urartu is the performance of Temur Dzhikiya, a midfielder on loan from Ulyanovsk. He has been in excellent form, scoring 7 goals, and can play a crucial role in bolstering their attacking prowess.

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Alashkert may have tried to maintain a facade of good form, but their recent track record tells a different story. They've suffered 4 losses, managed only a draw, and secured just 2 victories in their last 7 matches.

In their most recent encounter against Shirak Gyumri, both teams found it tough going. The referee issued a staggering 12 bookings, and one player from the opposing team received a red card in the 64th minute. Despite having the numerical advantage, Alashkert couldn't capitalize on the situation and had to settle for a 0-0 draw.

Alashkert currently hold the 5th position in the league standings, with a total of 26 points. They've netted 28 goals but have also conceded 21 in 15 matches.

Levan Kutalia, an experienced forward, has been a standout performer, leading the league's goal-scoring chart with 11 goals. He's a valuable asset and can be relied upon to find the back of the net in favor of his team.

In their recent 10 matches across all competitions, Urartu have managed to secure victories on only two occasions, while Alashkert have celebrated success three times. Furthermore, five of these encounters concluded in draws, and the most recent match ended with a 4-2 victory in favor of Alashkert. It appears that both teams have had their fair share of challenges and successes in these recent matchups.

The hosts have experienced a tough time recently, but I expect them to get back on track in this clash that will see both sides find the net.

• BTTS for 1.60 odds
• W1 for 2.00 odds
• Total 1: Over 1.5 for 1.93 odds