VPS vs Zalgiris Prediction: 11/7/2024

VPS will aim to end their three-game losing streak in the Veikkausliiga as they take on Zalgiris in their Conference League opener. VPS have been struggling defensively recently, which makes a home win unlikely. Defender Mikko Pitkanen returns from a domestic ban, and Miika Niemi is expected to be back in the starting lineup.

On the other hand, Zalgiris will look to bounce back from consecutive league defeats to Hegelmann and Kauno Zalgiris. Given that both teams will be eager for a victory in the first leg, betting on both teams to score seems a prudent choice. Although there are no new injury concerns for the visitors, Ivory Coast forward Adama Fofana might be included in the starting lineup after his appearance as a substitute in the Kaunas derby.

Prediction: 1-1