- There is no previous record between the clubs FCSB have beaten the point spread in each of their last five matches Inter Club d’Escaldes are enjoying a purple patch of form, winning three of their last five and averaging 2.8 points per game
FCSB can make home advantage count in this matchup
FCSB are an established Romanian club. There will be plenty of excitement surrounding their home match against Andorran side Inter Club d’Escaldes, who enter this UEFA Champions League qualifier on a hot streak.
The first round of qualifying is a great opportunity for smaller nations to create a piece of history and Inter will be no exception. This FCSB vs Inter Club d'Escaldes preview sets the stage as they arrive in Romania following an eight-game winning streak, having averaged less than a goal conceded per game.
Their recent domestic performances have seen a flurry of goals, with their 9–3 win over Ordino followed by a 7–2 victory over Atletic Club d’Escaldes.
FCSB have the quality to exploit Inter’s defense
The visitors will look to suffocate opponents with deep and compact defensive blocks and low-intensity pressing, while looking to pick off the ball in their own half and play on the break. This is a typical underdog strategy for European competition, but our FCSB vs Inter Club d'Escaldes prediction is that the Romanians have the squad quality to eventually break Inter Club d'Escaldes down and will try to play at their own tempo.
FCSB have won two, had one unspecified result, and lost two of their last five in all competitions, averaging 2.0 points per-game.
Their form has been mediocre, but they are a solid defensive unit, conceding just under one goal per-game and their technical players will relish the chance to show off in front of the home crowd.
With no reported injuries or suspensions for either side, both managers will be able to select from a full strength squad. The Romanian internationals and creative attacking players will be key for FCSB in this one as they look to build from the back and break down Inter Club d'Escaldes’ defence. In addition, our FCSB vs Inter Club d'Escaldes betting tips suggest focusing on FCSB's home advantage and superior technical quality.
FCSB to make a statement with a win
FCSB are a vastly more experienced side than their opponents, playing in the UEFA Champions League First Qualifying Round and boasting valuable European pedigree, so they can be backed to secure a convincing win and progress to the next round of Champions League qualifying. The FCSB vs Inter Club d'Escaldes odds further emphasize the gap between the two teams.
The winner of Wednesday’s game will take one step closer to the lucrative group stages of the competition, while the loser will drop into the UEFA Europa Conference League qualifiers.
This FCSB vs Inter Club d'Escaldes prediction also considers the odds-on favorites for the match with odds of -909, while Inter Club d’Escaldes are priced at +3300 and a draw at +1150.
A popular selection in this market is FCSB to win with a clean sheet, given the difference in quality between the sides and the fact that they are massive favorites for the game.
