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Rīgas FS vs Malmö Prediction – Champions League

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Here you will find the best prediction for Rīgas FS vs Malmö in the Champions League, along with match analysis and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent form and key statistics from their last fixtures to provide the best prediction for this match between Rīgas FS vs Malmö.

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Rīgas FS

  • 2nd match scheduled for: 30 July 2025
  • 22 July 2025 – 17::00
  • UEFA Champions League

  • 2025/2026
  • Qualification Round 2 – Round 2 – 1st Game
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Malmö


Betting tip and prediction for this match between Rīgas FS vs Malmö

The best prediction for Rīgas FS vs Malmö in the Champions League is that Rīgas FS will not win. Despite the advantage of playing at home and the enthusiastic backing of their supporters, the Latvian club is set to face a highly competitive Malmö side, who are riding high after four consecutive victories. The Swedish team arrives with motivation and sufficient depth to secure at least a draw during their visit to Latvia.

The best prediction for Rīgas FS vs Malmö

Draw nullifies bet: Malmö

Match preview: Rīgas FS vs Malmö

Rīgas FS and Malmö will clash at Stadion Arkādija Grass in this UEFA Champions League Qualification Round 2 encounter. The last meeting between these two sides took place on 05‑12‑2024, resulting in a 1‑0 victory for Malmö FF.

Team analysis: Rīgas FS

The home team enters this second round following a victory in their opening fixture of this group stage, having won 1‑0. They approach this match with confidence after a commanding 4‑0 win against Metta / Lu. In their last 10 home games across all competitions, Rīgas FS has won 8 and lost 2. Their attack has shown consistency, scoring in each of their last 10 matches. In fact, 25 of their last 38 home games have finished with over 2.5 goals. In 15 matches, they have managed to overturn the score in 2 of the 4 games where they conceded the first goal.

Having advanced through the previous round, Rīgas FS comes into this match for the Champions League with motivation. The team’s strong form was evident in their last domestic league match where they thrashed Metta. They typically operate in a 3-5-2 formation, focusing on rapid transitions and effectively using the flanks. Up front, Davis Ikaunieks and Darko Lemajic are their primary threats, while Janis Ikaunieks orchestrates play from midfield. All players are available for selection for this encounter.

Team analysis: Malmö

The visiting team comes into this second match off a solid 3‑1 win in their first match of this group stage against FC Iberia 1999. They continue to perform well after a recent 2‑0 victory against Öster. In total, Malmö has achieved 4 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses in their last 10 matches across all competitions.

Malmö enters this second qualification match for the Champions League with confidence after overcoming Iberia in the previous round. Their domestic campaign is also progressing well, following a solid win against Öster. Typically lining up in a 4-3-3 formation, Malmö is expected to field a forward trio comprising Isaac Kiese Thelin, Oliver Berg, and Hugo Bolin. At the heart of their strategy, Maestro Otto Rosengran plays a crucial role in orchestrating the team’s offence. However, the squad will be missing Martin Olsson, Johan Dahlin, Anders Christiansen, Pontus Jansson, Erik Botheim, and Gentian Lajqi due to injuries.

The best prediction for Rīgas FS vs Malmö

Draw nullifies bet: Malmö

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