The New Saints v Vikingur Reykjavik Betting Tips [26 July 2022]

The New Saints were recently dumped out of the Champions League and they could be on the way out of the Conference League as well, unless they overturn the 2-0 first leg loss to Vikingur Reykjavik. The New Saints host the game as these two sides face off in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League, the hosts looking to rise from two straight losses. They’ve failed to score in three of their last four matches, and this is a top area of improvement if they want to advance in this competition. In their last five matches, they’ve managed just one clean sheet and that too is a concern, looking at the task they have at hand.

Vikingur have the first leg advantage, and the fact that their domestic league is in progress gives a competitive advantage over The New Saints. For them, the task here is simpler – a draw will do. They go into this game unbeaten in four matches, having won three and drawn once. Vikingur have a good scoring run; in the last five matches, they’ve managed two goals in each game. Heading into this game, they have two straight clean sheets and four of their last five matches have produced over 2.5 goals. Away from home, they’ve done well too, losing just once and winning four of the last five matches.

The visitors have the edge here, having won the first leg and they also have a good run. Going into this game, the home team has struggled in both attack and defence and will have it really tough here. Back the visitors to win.