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Olimpija Ljubljana - Ludogorets Razgrad
UEFA Champions League Qualifying - Stozice Stadium
* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.
Predictions and Best Picks for Olimpija Ljubljana vs Ludogorets
Olimpija came out of the first leg in Bulgaria with a better feeling after avoiding defeat, but the Slovenian champions will be hard-pressed to get the all-important victory in this pivotal clash against Ludogorets.
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Under 2.5 Goals
- Olimpija has played one game with fewer than three goals scored from their past five matchups
- Ludogorets went under the mark twice in their last five encounters
- The first match between these sides ended with two goals being scored
Draw
- Olimpija had one draw match in their final ten contests
- Ludogorets has played a single draw match in their last six outings
- The Bulgarian champions have won seven of their last ten matches
Statistical Information and Odds about Olimpija Ljubljana vs Ludogorets prediction
These are the top stats for the game along with a tool to help you pick the best odds.
Head to Head
26/07/23
UEFA Champions League Qualifying UEFA
Ludogorets Razgrad
Olimpija Ljubljana
1
1
Last Five - Olimpija Ljubljana
20/09/23
UEFA Europa Conference League CON
Lille
Olimpija Ljubljana
2
0
L
16/09/23
Slovenia Prva Liga Slovenia
NK Maribor
Olimpija Ljubljana
1
2
W
03/09/23
Slovenia Prva Liga Slovenia
NS Mura
Olimpija Ljubljana
1
3
W
31/08/23
UEFA Europa League Qualifying UEFA
FK Qarabag
Olimpija Ljubljana
1
1
D
27/08/23
Slovenia Prva Liga Slovenia
NK Celje
Olimpija Ljubljana
4
2
L
Last Five - Ludogorets Razgrad
24/09/23
Bulgaria First League Bulgaria
Lokomotiv 1929 Sofia
Ludogorets Razgrad
1
3
W
21/09/23
UEFA Conference League UEFA
FC Spartak Trnava
Ludogorets Razgrad
0
4
W
16/09/23
Bulgaria First League Bulgaria
Botev Plovdiv
Ludogorets Razgrad
2
2
D
31/08/23
UEFA Europa League Qualifying UEFA
Ajax
Ludogorets Razgrad
0
1
W
27/08/23
Bulgaria First League Bulgaria
Beroe
Ludogorets Razgrad
0
5
W
The bookmakers have made their choice about the odds for the match:
Olimpija Ljubljana odds: 3/1 (3.00) – 33.3%
Draw odds: 9/4 (3.25) – 30.8%
Ludogorets odds: 5/4 (2.25) – 44.4%
Olimpija Ljubljana vs Ludogorets odds have put the favorite tag in Ludogorets' corner as the Bulgarian team has been tipped as the expected winner. The probability of that occurrence, however, is below 45 percent which should give the bettors something to think about. There are all kinds of options available across the bookmakers' markets, check them out on our football betting tips today page. Here are some of the possible outcomes for this particular match: A Goalless Half-Time is priced at 8/5 (2.60) – 38.5% and the match going to Extra-Time can bring you odds up to 11/5 (3.20) – 31.3%.
Olimpija Ljubljana vs Ludogorets Lineups, Match Preview, and Team Information
Olimpija Ljubljana
The Slovenian champions appointed a new coach once again this summer, the Portuguese tactician Joao Henriques has taken over the helm and he will have the assignment of the utmost importance in trying to make sure Olimpija advances to the final round of qualifying.
Potential lineup: Vidovsek, Silva, Ratnik, Muhamedbegovic, Fernandes, Seslar, Doffo, Elsnik, Silva Sousa, Nukic, Posavec.
Ludogorets
The experienced Bulgarian side who has dominated the domestic league for a decade was disappointed after getting only a draw at home in the first leg. Anton Nedyalkov and Denny Gropper remain doubtful for the return match.
Potential lineup: Padt, Heister, Russo, Plastun, Witry, Goncalves, Piotrowski, Yankov, Despodov, Duah, Tekpetey.
Player to Watch: Timi Elsnik
One would say that Timi Elsnik is the most important player for Olimpija Ljubljana, the captain is the central part of his team's midfield. Elsnik scored in the first leg of their Champions League qualifier against Ludogorets and will look to lead his team once again as they are preparing for the most important game of the season.
Elsnik signed for Olimpija three years when his contract with Derby expired and since then he has become an integral part of the team who last season won the league title, their first in five years. In total, Elsnik has played 116 games for Olimpija scoring 18 goals and delivering 14 assists.
Starting lineups
Starting lineups are usually released 60 minutes before kick-off.