Ahead of their next game, Azerbaijan has been experiencing a tough stretch at home, securing just three draws and enduring six losses in their last nine top-tier matches.
This challenging backdrop sets the stage for a difficult matchup against Sweden, the reigning champions. While Sweden hasn’t maintained their previously dominant form, they have still managed to claim victories in four of their last seven UEFA Nations League away matches.
Azerbaijan’s recent matches have typically featured a lot of goals, with more than 2.5 goals scored in 14 of their last 17 UEFA Nations League matches, including a 3-0 defeat to Sweden. Sweden’s matches have also been high-scoring affairs, with each of their last 14 games at this level seeing at least three goals scored.
Goal-scoring has been common in Azerbaijan’s home games too, with goals from both teams in six of their last nine UEFA Nations League home fixtures. They have also managed to score in nine of their last 14 away games in the league.
Prediction
Goalless games are uncommon for Azerbaijan in the UEFA Nations League, with only one of their last 21 matches ending without goals. Sweden’s games have similarly been goal-rich, with each of their last 24 league games featuring at least one goal.
Prediction: Considering these patterns, this matchup is expected to be competitive, but Sweden is projected to secure a narrow 2-1 win against Azerbaijan.
