Moldova vs Albania prediction, odds and betting tips 17/11/2023

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Moldova - Albania

Euro 2024 Qualifying - Zimbru

* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change

Moldova and Albania lock horns at the Stadionul Zimbru in the European Championship qualifiers on Friday, November 17th. Group E pace-setters Albania go hunting for another victory when they visit Moldova this week. Read our European Championship qualifiers predictions and betting tips along with the latest odds for the fixture below in our detailed match preview.

Today's Predictions for Moldova vs Albania

Can Moldova raise their game to topple high-flying Albania when the teams meet for what should be a fascinating duel in Group E? Read our top Moldova vs Albania predictions for this week’s fixture below. If you’re searching for more of the best football tips for today, we recommend checking out our dedicated page by clicking the link.

Albania to Win

  • Albania sit top of Group E thanks to a return of four victories from six matches.
  • Albania beat Moldova when the teams last met back in June.
  • Moldova failed to win eight of their last ten international fixtures.
  • Albania are searching for their fourth victory in the spin this week.

Both Teams to Score

  • Both teams managed to impact the scoresheet in four of Moldova’s last five matches.
  • BTTS also landed in Moldova’s last home game in Group E against Poland.
  • Each of Albania’s last two away tussles in the group featured goals from both teams.

Top Betting Odds and Stats for Moldova vs Albania

Check out our catalogue of key stats for Friday’s match below, alongside a useful tool to help you choose the best Moldova vs Albania odds.

Head to Head

17/06/23

Euro 2023 Qualifying Euro

Albania

Albania

Moldova

Moldova

2

0

14/10/19

Euro 2019 Qualifying Euro

Moldova

Moldova

Albania

Albania

0

4

11/06/19

Euro 2019 Qualifying Euro

Albania

Albania

Moldova

Moldova

2

0

Last Five - Moldova

10/09/24

International Match International

San Marino

San Marino

Moldova

Moldova

0

1

W

07/09/24

UEFA Nations League D UEFA

Malta

Malta

Moldova

Moldova

0

2

W

11/06/24

International Match International

Ukraine

Ukraine

Moldova

Moldova

4

0

L

08/06/24

International Match International

Cyprus

Cyprus

Moldova

Moldova

2

3

W

22/03/24

International Match International

North Macedonia

North Macedonia

Moldova

Moldova

1

1

D

Last Five - Albania

10/09/24

UEFA Nations League B UEFA

Georgia

Georgia

Albania

Albania

1

0

L

07/09/24

UEFA Nations League B UEFA

Ukraine

Ukraine

Albania

Albania

1

2

W

20/08/24

UEFA Regions Cup UEFA

Central Scotland Region

Central Scotland Region

Albania

Albania

0

0

D

24/06/24

Euro 2024 Euro

Spain

Spain

Albania

Albania

1

0

L

19/06/24

Euro 2024 Euro

Croatia

Croatia

Albania

Albania

2

2

D

Let's take a closer look at the latest markets, odds and probability figures ahead of Friday’s clash featuring Moldova vs Albania below.

Moldova odds: 15/4 (4.75) – 21.1%

Draw odds: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%

Albania odds: 10/13 (1.77) – 56.5%

Albania are the expected winners on Friday and the visitor’s implied probability of success is currently rated at 56.5%. The Albanians also look like decent value in the first team to score stakes at 3/5 (1.60) an outcome that comes with an implied probability of 62.5% attached. We also like the look of a 2-1 win in Albania’s favour in the correct score realm this week at 28/1 (29.00).

Moldova vs Albania News & Injuries

Read all of the latest injury updates, Moldova vs Albania lineups and team news for Friday’s fixture below.

Moldova

Alexei Koselev, Igor Armas, Cristian Dos, Artur Ionita and Eugeniu Cociuc are all absent from Moldova's squad ahead of this week's qualifiers. The Moldovans picked up a point at Poland in their last group test.

Predicted Lineup for Moldova: Railean – Revenco, Craciun, Baboglo, Marandici, Reabciuk – Postolachi, Motpan, Rata, Cojocaru – Nicolaescu

Albania

Albania are without the services of Arlind Ajeti, Enea Mihaj, Ermir Lenjani, Marash Kumbulla, Odise Roshi, Amir Abrashi and Armando Broja for the current international break.

Predicted Lineup for Albania: Berisha – Hysaj, Gjimshiti, Djimsiti, Mitaj – Asllani, Ramadani, Asani, Bajrami, Seferi – Cikalleshi

Player to Watch – Taulant Seferi

Taulant Seferi played a key role in Albania’s last Group E fixture when he netted two of his team’s three goals in the nation’s fine 3-0 win over the Czech Republic. The 26-year-old attacking midfielder will be eager to make just as big a splash against Moldova on Friday.

Starting Lineups

Official lineups are usually released approximately one hour before kick-off.

Moldova

Moldova
5-2-3
23
Dorian Railean
md
21
Ioan-Calin Revenco
md
14
Artur Craciun
md
4
Vladislav Baboglo
md
5
Veaceslav Posmac
md
2
Oleg Reabciuk
md
8
Nichita Mospan
md
22
Vadim Rata
md
11
Mihail Caimacov
md
9
Ion Nicolaescu
md
17
Virgiliu Postolachi
md
Substitutes
16
Victor Stina
md
6
Denis Marandici
md
13
Maxim Cojocaru
md
10
Vitalie Damascan
md
1
Nicolae Cebotari
md
19
Victor Bogaciuc
md
3
Vadim Bolohan
md
15
Ion Jardan
md
12
Cristian Avram
md
18
Serafim Cojocari
md
7
Mihail Platika
md
20
Sergiu Platica
md

Albania

Albania
4-3-2-1
1
Etrit Berisha
al
4
Elseid Hysaj
al
18
Ardian Ismajli
al
6
Berat Djimsiti
al
3
Mario Mitaj
al
21
Kristjan Asllani
al
20
Ylber Ramadani
al
10
Nedim Bajrami
al
9
Jasir Asani
al
15
Taulant Seferi Sulejmanov
al
16
Sokol Cikalleshi
al
Substitutes
11
Myrto Uzuni
al
5
Frederic Veseli
al
2
Ivan Balliu
al
13
Jon Mersinaj
al
17
Ernest Muci
al
8
Klaus Gjasula
al
23
Thomas Strakosha
al
22
Arbnor Muja
al
12
Elhan Kastrati
al
14
Qazim Laci
al
7
Keidi Bare
al
19
Mirlind Daku
al

Moldova vs Albania prediction