Malmo FF have now gone 12 matches without a win in the Champions League, and they have experienced consecutive losses since the winter break ended. In stark contrast, PAOK have been in excellent form, securing 18 points from their last seven matches, which has boosted their confidence significantly.
In their last Champions League encounter, PAOK scored five goals against Malmo FF. Consequently, five of PAOK’s last six matches in the competition have featured over 2.5 goals. This trend is mirrored in four of Malmo FF’s last six games in the Champions League, making it likely we will see a similar high-scoring affair.
Scoring goals has not been an issue for PAOK in their recent home games in the Champions League, as they have found the net in each of their last 12 encounters. Malmo FF, on the other hand, have seen both teams score in their last five away matches at this level, so a similar outcome is expected in their upcoming meeting.
PAOK have been delivering thrilling performances for their fans, with ten of their last 11 Champions League home games featuring at least three goals. Given that six of Malmo FF’s last seven away matches in this competition have also seen three or more goals, a high-scoring match seems likely when these two teams face off.
Prediction: PAOK 2 : 2 Malmo FF