Malta will welcome Moldova to Ta’ Qali National Stadium for their UEFA Nations League clash on Sunday, 13 October. View our free Malta vs Moldova predictions below.
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Malta vs Moldova predictions: Visitors to draw first blood
Key stats
- Malta conceded first in five of their last seven matches.
- In contrast, Moldova opened the scoring in five of their last six games.
- While Moldova have won three consecutive games, Malta suffered three defeats in their last four matches.
- Malta are without a win in their last six clashes with Moldova.
Correct score prediction: Malta 0-1 Moldova
Moldova are currently on a three-match winning run in which they did not concede a single goal. On the other hand, Malta have lost three of their last four games and failed to score in two of their last three matches.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Moldova are bookies’ favourites
- HOME:19/10 (2.90) – 34.5%
- DRAW:2/1 (3.00) – 33.3%
- AWAY:17/10 (2.70) – 37%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Moldova have strung together a three-match winning streak for the first time since September 2022. They have enjoyed some fine form lately, winning five of their last six games in all competitions.
In contrast, Malta have managed one win in their last 10 matches (D2, L7). They failed to score six times in that ten-game stretch.
Despite being on the road, Moldova are the expected winners at 17/10 (2.70). Teams with these odds generally have a 37% probability of winning.
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It is also important to note that Malta were trailing at the halftime break in eight of their last 10 matches. Given that Moldova led at halftime in five of their last six games, HT Moldova to win has an appealing look at 11/5 (3.20). That one has a 31.3% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Malta's struggles to continue?
Not only have Malta been going through a rough patch, but they also have a poor track record against Sunday's opponents. As it stands, Moldova are undefeated in the last five encounters between these outfits (W3, D3).
UEFA Nations League D 07/09/24
Moldova
Malta
International Match 24/03/16
Malta
Moldova
Malta preview: Eyeing back-to-back wins for the first time since March 2022
Malta snapped their nine-match winless streak with a 1-0 victory at Andorra in their previous match. They are now second on the three-team table with three points from a possible six. Coach Davide Mazzotta will be pleased to have an in-form Jurgen Degabriele (3 goals in last two matches) available for this match.
Predicted lineup: Bonello (GK), Muscat, Borg, Zammit, Shaw, Lonardelli, J. Mbong, Guillaumier, Teuma, Camenzuli, P. Mbong & Montebello.
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 24/03/25
L
Poland
2
Malta
0
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 21/03/25
L
Finland
1
Malta
0
UEFA Nations League D 19/11/24
D
Andorra
0
Malta
0
International Match 14/11/24
W
Liechtenstein
0
Malta
2
UEFA Nations League D 13/10/24
W
Moldova
0
Malta
1
Moldova preview: Sights set on their fourth consecutive victory
On the other hand, Moldova are currently leading the League D, Group 2 table with a perfect six points from six. They will set their sights on a return to League C after a three-year absence.
Predicted lineup: Celeadnic (GK), Mudrac, Craciun, Platica, Babohlo, Rata, Motpan, Reabciuk, Caimacov, Damascan & Ionita.
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 25/03/25
L
Estonia
3
Moldova
2
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 22/03/25
L
Norway
5
Moldova
0
International Match 19/11/24
D
Gibraltar
1
Moldova
1
UEFA Nations League D 16/11/24
W
Andorra
0
Moldova
1
UEFA Nations League D 13/10/24
L
Malta
1
Moldova
0
Player to watch: Maxim Cojocaru
Maxim Cojocaru got his first international goal a few days ago, in Moldova's 2-0 victory over Andorra. Interestingly, the Otelul Galati player had not scored or registered an assist since March last year. Going up against a Malta side that conceded 11 times in their last four games, it will be interesting to see if Cojocaru will score in back-to-back games for the first time since April 2022.