Dinamo Minsk vs Ludogorets Razgrad Prediction: Ludogorets Razgrad are favored to secure a 2-1 away victory against Dinamo Minsk, advancing with a 4-1 aggregate score in their Champions League qualifier.
The UEFA Champions League second qualifying round reaches its climax as Dinamo Minsk host Ludogorets Razgrad at the Mezokovesdi Varosi Stadion in Hungary. With a place in the next round at stake, both teams will be eager to secure victory in this crucial encounter.
Match Details
Date: July 31, 2024
Time: 18:45 UTC
Venue: Mezokovesdi Varosi Stadion, Mezőkövesd, Hungary
Current Situation
Ludogorets hold a commanding 2-0 lead from the first leg, putting them in pole position to advance. Dinamo Minsk face an uphill battle, needing to overturn the deficit on neutral ground.
Dinamo Minsk vs Ludogorets Razgrad Lineups and Formation
Predicted Dinamo Minsk Lineup (4-3-3): Alfred, Pigas, Lopes, Gavrilovich, Demchenko, Lapoukhov, Politevich, Zherdev, Melnichenko, Selyava, Shkolik.
Manager Vadim Skripchenko may opt for a more attacking lineup to chase the game. New signing Steven Alfred could start up front to bolster the attack.
Predicted Ludogorets Lineup (4-3-3): Verdon, Tekpetey, Rick, Nedelev, Chochev, Piotrowski, Padt, Witry, Almeida, Cruz, Nedyalkov.
George Dermendzhiev’s side is likely to maintain their successful formation from the first leg, with Bernard Tekpetey leading the line after his goal in Bulgaria.
Key Players to Watch
Dinamo Minsk: Steven Alfred – The new signing could be crucial in helping overturn the deficit.
Ludogorets: Bernard Tekpetey – His goal in the first leg puts him in the spotlight for the return fixture.
Recent Form
Dinamo Minsk have been in mixed form, winning three, drawing one, and losing two of their last six matches across all competitions.
Ludogorets, on the other hand, have been more consistent, winning five of their last six games, with their only defeat coming away to Dinamo Batumi in the previous round.
Head-to-Head
The first leg encounter was the only previous meeting between these two sides, which Ludogorets won 2-0.
Injury News
No major injury concerns have been reported for either side ahead of this crucial clash.
Where to Watch Dinamo Minsk vs Ludogorets Razgrad Live?
While specific TV channels haven’t been announced for many countries, here’s the available information for some countries:
- Belarus: Belarus 5
- Bulgaria: Play Diema Xtra, Diema Sport
For other countries, the match is likely to be available on various streaming platforms that cover UEFA Champions League qualifiers.
Who Will Win? Correct Score Prediction
Dinamo Minsk face a daunting task, needing to score at least twice without reply to force extra time. The Belarusian side will need to show significant improvement from their first-leg performance.
Ludogorets, buoyed by their home victory, will aim to manage the game and potentially hit Dinamo on the counter. Their recent form and two-goal cushion make them favorites to progress.
Given the circumstances, we predict a tight affair with Ludogorets doing enough to secure their passage to the next round.
Dinamo Minsk vs Ludogorets Razgrad Prediction: Dinamo Minsk 1-2 Ludogorets (Ludogorets to advance 4-1 on aggregate)
Key Stats
- Dinamo Minsk have scored only once in their three Champions League qualifying matches this season.
- Ludogorets have kept clean sheets in five of their last six matches.
- The Bulgarian side has won seven of their last eight games across all competitions.
While Dinamo Minsk will be desperate to turn things around, Ludogorets’ strong recent form and two-goal advantage make them clear favorites. The Belarusian side will need to produce their best performance of the season to have any chance of progressing. All eyes will be on the Mezokovesdi Varosi Stadion as these two teams battle for a place in the next round of Champions League qualification.
