Match Prediction
Match Prediction
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Maccabi
€32.10m
Pafos
€20.55m
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Welcome to our detailed Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Pafos prediction, where we break down everything you need to know about this UEFA Champions League qualifying tie. The second leg is set for July 30, 2025, with a 19:00 GMT kick-off—though Maccabi's “home” game will be played at the neutral TSC Arena in Serbia. After a tense 1-1 draw in Cyprus, both sides are eyeing a spot in the next round. Let’s dive into the latest team news, tactics, head to head stats, and our expert sports betting tips for this much-anticipated encounter.
Maccabi Tel Aviv have long been a staple name in European qualifiers, and their experience showed in the first leg. Despite conceding a late bicycle-kick stunner from Mons Bassouamina, they clawed back with a last-gasp equalizer courtesy of Elad Madmon. Under new coach Žarko Lazetić, Maccabi blend disciplined defending with a willingness to attack, often flexing their tactical muscle when it matters most. Lazetić, who replaced Robbie Keane, has instilled a system that values structure but doesn’t suffocate creativity—something their European record (195 matches: 85 wins, 69 losses, 41 draws) clearly reflects.
Recent form, however, is a mixed bag. Maccabi lost the Israeli Super Cup to Hapoel Be'er Sheva but bounced back in a friendly. Their last 10 matches read 3 wins and 7 losses, which may raise eyebrows among punters. Injuries have played a part, with key players like Aly Camara and Roy Revivo sidelined at various points, but new arrivals such as Itamar Noy and Mohamed Ali Camara could add much-needed depth and spark.
Pafos, meanwhile, are the newcomers to this stage. Their rise has been swift, fueled by recent investment and their maiden Cypriot First Division title. Manager Juan Carlos Carcedo faces the challenge of integrating new signings—including the impressive Bassouamina—on the fly. Pafos showed grit in the first leg but rued a late lapse. Their pre-season form (4 wins, 2 losses, 4 draws in the last 10 games) signals a side that’s hard to beat, even if they lack European pedigree. Defender Derrick Luckassen, a former Maccabi player, will be extra motivated, especially after expressing his frustration at conceding late in Cyprus.
Now, let’s get to the heart of the matter: sports betting odds and predictions. Bookmakers have Maccabi Tel Aviv as favorites for a home win at 1.87, with a draw at 3.35 and a Pafos win at 4.0. Our AI-generated best tip is also leaning toward a home victory (1) with a moderate confidence level of 5.9/10, backed by the same 1.87 odds. The 1x2 prediction is firmly on Maccabi, with a slightly higher confidence of 6.0/10.
Why the confidence in Maccabi? Their greater European experience, deeper squad, and the psychological boost of that late away goal all work in their favor—even if the “home” advantage is neutralized by the venue shift to Serbia. Pafos, for all their recent progress, are still learning the ropes at this level. The odds for an away win (4.0) reflect both the challenge they face and the bookmakers’ skepticism.
That said, don’t expect a goal fest. Both teams have shown they can be defensively stubborn, and under 3.5 goals is a sensible shout given the stakes and the cautious approach we saw in the first leg. Our Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Pafos prediction is a 2-0 win for the Israeli side, with a likely first-half lead. The head to head stats and recent form point to Maccabi’s edge, but in Champions League qualifiers, surprises are never far away.
For those making sports betting picks, the home win at 1.87 is the logical choice, but a small stake on under 3.5 goals could also offer value. Keep an eye on team news and line-ups—late changes can always swing the odds. And remember, in football, anything can happen, but our Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Pafos prediction is firmly in the corner of the more seasoned side.
Stay tuned for more expert betting previews, odds analysis, and predictions here at NerdyTips—your trusted source for football betting insights!
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Maccabi is expected to win with odds of -1151 -115
Maccabi is expected to win with odds of -115Under 3.5 -357
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchNo -111
At least one team is not expected to score1X&U4.5 -256
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World - UEFA Champions League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Arsenal | 5 | 14-1 | 15 |
| 2 |
Paris Saint Ge | 5 | 19-8 | 12 |
| 3 |
Bayern Münche | 5 | 15-6 | 12 |
| 4 |
Inter | 5 | 12-3 | 12 |
| 5 |
Real Madrid | 5 | 12-5 | 12 |
| 6 |
Borussia Dortm | 5 | 17-11 | 10 |
| 7 |
Chelsea | 5 | 12-6 | 10 |
| 8 |
Sporting CP | 5 | 11-5 | 10 |
| 9 |
Manchester Cit | 5 | 10-5 | 10 |
| 10 |
Atalanta | 5 | 6-5 | 10 |
| 11 |
Newcastle | 5 | 11-4 | 9 |
| 12 |
Atletico Madri | 5 | 12-10 | 9 |
| 13 |
Liverpool | 5 | 10-8 | 9 |
| 14 |
Galatasaray | 5 | 8-7 | 9 |
| 15 |
PSV Eindhoven | 5 | 13-8 | 8 |
| 16 |
Tottenham | 5 | 10-7 | 8 |
| 17 |
Bayer Leverkus | 5 | 8-10 | 8 |
| 18 |
Barcelona | 5 | 12-10 | 7 |
| 19 |
Qarabag | 5 | 8-9 | 7 |
| 20 |
Napoli | 5 | 6-9 | 7 |
| 21 |
Marseille | 5 | 8-6 | 6 |
| 22 |
Juventus | 5 | 10-10 | 6 |
| 23 |
Monaco | 5 | 6-8 | 6 |
| 24 |
Pafos | 5 | 4-7 | 6 |
| 25 |
Union St. Gill | 5 | 5-12 | 6 |
| 26 |
Club Brugge KV | 5 | 8-13 | 4 |
| 27 |
Athletic Club | 5 | 4-9 | 4 |
| 28 |
Eintracht Fran | 5 | 7-14 | 4 |
| 29 |
FC Copenhagen | 5 | 7-14 | 4 |
| 30 |
Benfica | 5 | 4-8 | 3 |
| 31 |
Slavia Praha | 5 | 2-8 | 3 |
| 32 |
Bodo/Glimt | 5 | 7-11 | 2 |
| 33 |
Olympiakos Pir | 5 | 5-13 | 2 |
| 34 |
Villarreal | 5 | 2-10 | 1 |
| 35 |
Kairat Almaty | 5 | 4-14 | 1 |
| 36 |
Ajax | 5 | 1-16 | 0 |
