The fixture at the National Arena Toshe Proeski on October 23, 2025, presents a clash between two teams with contrasting recent form. Shelbourne's robust defensive structure and recent away success give them the edge over Shkendija, who have struggled offensively and defensively lately, especially at home.
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Shelbourne is expected to lead at halftime, with a high chance of maintaining their lead through the match given their recent form, especially in the first halves of their league fixtures.
Both teams have shown variability in attack; Shelbourne has scored in 78% of recent matches, while Shkendija's attacking output has been limited, scoring in only one of their last five games.
Shelbourne are favored with an Asian handicap of -1.0, indicating their expected superiority, especially at a venue where they have performed well recently. The under 3.5 goals market also appears promising given the defensive solidity of Shelbourne and recent low-scoring matches for Shkendija.
The match is predicted to see under 3.5 goals, supported by Shelbourne’s solid defensive record and Shkendija’s recent poor scoring stats.
The match scheduled for October 23, 2025, at the National Arena Toshe Proeski, is expected to favor Shelbourne, who are in better recent form and possess a stronger defensive record. Shkendija's recent struggles, especially defensively, make Shelbourne the betting favorite for victory.
There are no recent head-to-head encounters between Shkendija and Shelbourne, which adds an element of unpredictability to this fixture.
No significant injury or suspension issues have been reported for either team ahead of the match.
Expected formations: Shkendija is likely to deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on defensive stability, while Shelbourne might use a 4-4-2 or similar setup emphasizing balanced attack and defense.
Shelbourne has been in excellent form recently, winning four of their last five league matches, with a 78% success rate, highlighting their confidence and attacking potency. Shkendija's form is poor, with one recent defeat and a very low goal-scoring tally.
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The match between Shkendija and Shelbourne is expected to be highly competitive, with Shelbourne anticipated to maintain their recent form advantage. Shelbourne's recent away performances suggest they might secure a victory, especially considering Shkendija's recent defensive struggles.
Shelbourne is likely the stronger side based on recent form, with their attacking and defensive stats indicating they are in better shape. Shkendija has struggled defensively in their last game, which could influence the match result.