Rijeka vs Lille prediction 31.08.2023
Rijeka
1 : 0
(1 : 1)
After penalties
Lille
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- Date: 31/08/2023
- Competition: UEFA Europa Conference League
- KO: 19:15 UTC +1 / 20:15 CEST
- Venue: Stadion HNK Rijeka (Rijeka)
The Stadion HNK Rijeka plays host to a crucial Europa Conference League playoff on Thursday as Rijeka takes on Lille.
Rijeka vs Lille Betting Tips: Rijeka or draw
Lille arrives in Croatia protecting a narrow first-leg advantage after a 2-1 win in France last Thursday. Having trailed early in the first half, a late goal from 17-year-old Leny Yoro secured the French side a vital first-leg victory.
While big favourites to progress to the group phase, Lille now faces a tricky-looking trip to the Croatian coast with Rijeka in tremendous early-season form at home.
Coming into this crucial second leg, RJK have won all five games played at the Stadion HNK Rijeka this season. Sergej Jakirović´s side scored 20 goals in those five victories.
In this competition, Rijeka have also won four of their last six home matches and will fancy their chances of giving their French visitors a really tough match.
Lille´s recent away record should give the Croats plenty of confidence - Paulo Fonseca´s side have failed to win any of their last nine away games, with their last road victory coming all the way back in March. In fact, Les Dogues have won just 2 of their previous 16 away games in 2023. Most recently, Lille suffered a 4:1 hammering at Lorient in Ligue 1 this past weekend.
Given those numbers, I´m going to take a chance on Rijeka pulling off a big victory on Thursday. While massive underdogs to qualify, RJK´s great home form, coupled with Lille´s miserable road returns, suggests an upset could be on the cards at the Stadion HNK Rijeka.
Backing the hosts not to lose is my main selection; however, Sergej Jakirović´s side could even win on the night at very attractive odds.
Rijeka vs Lille Head to Head (H2H) stats
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Lille
2 : 1
Rijeka
Europa Conference League
Rijeka team news
Rijeka manager Zeljko Sopic has no fresh injury concerns following Rijeka´s weekend loss at Dinamo Zagreb.
In-form Marco Pasalic will keep his place in the heart of the hosts midfield.
Last matches of Rijeka
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Dinamo Zagreb
4 : 0
Rijeka
1. HNL
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Rijeka
1 : 0
Osijek
1. HNL
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Gorica
0 : 0
Rijeka
1. HNL
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Rijeka
1 : 0
Slaven Koprivnica
1. HNL
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Rijeka
1 : 0
Dinamo Zagreb
Croatia Cup
Rijeka lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Nediljko Labrović
Defenders
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28
Ivan Smolčić
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5
Niko Galešić
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6
Matej Mitrović
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3
Bruno Goda
Midfielders
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18
Lindon Selahi
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25
Veldin Hodža
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87
Marco Pašalić
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21
Toni Fruk
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4
Niko Janković
Forwards
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89
Franjo Ivanović
Lille team news
Head coach Fonseca is unable to call on Tiago Djalo, who remains a long-term injury absentee.
Algerian playmaker Adam Ounas is also set to miss out after missing the heavy weekend loss at Lorient.
Last matches of Lille
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Lille
3 : 0
KÍ
Europa Conference League
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Clermont
0 : 0
Lille
Ligue 1
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Lille
2 : 0
Metz
Ligue 1
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Olimpija Ljubljana
0 : 2
Lille
Europa Conference League
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Lyon
0 : 2
Lille
Ligue 1
Lille lineup
Goalkeeper
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30
Lucas Chevalier
Defenders
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22
Tiago Santos
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15
Leny Yoro
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4
Alexsandro Ribeiro
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31
Ismaily
Midfielders
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8
Angel Gomes
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21
Benjamin André
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23
Edon Zhegrova
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10
Rémy Cabella
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17
Ivan Cavaleiro
Forwards
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9
Jonathan David
Key Facts Rijeka vs Lille
- Rijeka have won each of their last 5 home games
- Rijeka have won 4 of their last 6 home ECL games
- Lille have failed to win any of their last 9 away matches
- Lille have won just 2 of their last 16 away fixtures
- Lille won 2:1 in last week´s first leg.
Main prediction Rijeka - Lille
Rijeka win or draw (1X)
Best Odds:
Do you agree with Ryan Allan ?
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Yes 62%
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Additional predictions
BTTS
Best odds:1.67
Team 1 to Win
Best odds:4