The big European night at Tallaght Stadium is set to deliver plenty of drama as Shamrock Rovers chase a famous comeback against Ararat Armenia in the Champions League qualifier. Both clubs have never really gone deep in this competition so just reaching this stage already feels like a win with the bonus of European football guaranteed in the autumn no matter what happens.
Team Form
Shamrock Rovers dey play sharp lately with the league season in full swing so they dey used to two games every week. In their last ten outings across all competitions the boys have picked up six wins and just one draw while at home they have won eight of the last ten. Their attack is also firing nicely with twelve goals in the last three home matches alone.
- Six wins and one draw in last ten games
- Eight home wins in last ten matches
- Twelve goals in last three home games
- Comeback from 0-2 down against Floriana in previous round
Tactical Analysis
At home the Irish side likes to press high and flood the box with numbers so expect them to throw everything forward from the first whistle. Ararat Armenia showed they can defend well after their 2-0 win last week but they will also look to counter and grab one on the break since they only need to avoid a two goal defeat to progress. The visitors have enough quality to nick a goal of their own if the home defence pushes too far up the pitch.
Betting Proposal
Given the attacking numbers Shamrock Rovers have been posting at home and Ararat Armenia’s habit of scoring on their travels the most likely outcome is both teams getting on the scoresheet. Both teams to score yes at 1.70 stands out as the value pick for this qualifier.
Overall the home side should create enough chances to turn the tie around but the Armenian visitors remain dangerous enough to make it an open contest right to the final whistle.
