The New Saints U19 vs Žalgiris U19 - UEFA Youth League
Fixture Preview - 1 October 2024
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
The UEFA Youth League clash between The New Saints U19 and Žalgiris U19 at Park Hall Stadium promises to be an intriguing encounter. Both teams have struggled for consistency in their recent matches, with The New Saints U19 losing their last two fixtures, while Žalgiris U19 managed a win and a loss in their last five outings. This inconsistency could play a crucial role in determining the outcome, as both sides aim to find their rhythm in this competitive tournament. One notable angle to consider is the attacking prowess of Žalgiris U19, who have shown flashes of quality despite their mixed form. They have secured two wins in their last five matches, suggesting they possess the capability to capitalize on defensive lapses from The New Saints. With odds of 1.61 for over 2.5 goals, there is a strong possibility of a high-scoring affair, especially given the historical context where only two of the last ten encounters have seen fewer than three goals. Expect an open game as both teams seek to assert themselves in this pivotal fixture.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Inter U19 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| 2 |  Sporting CP U19 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 16 |
| 3 |  Salzburg U19 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 16 |
| 4 |  Barcelona U19 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 15 |
| 5 |  Stuttgart U19 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| 6 |  Real Madrid U19 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 12 |
| 7 |  Atalanta U19 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 12 |
| 8 |  Atl. Madrid U19 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2024 |  The New Saints U19 | 0–4 | Žalgiris U19 | UEFA Youth League |
| September 18, 2024 | Žalgiris U19 | 3–2 | The New Saints U19 | UEFA Youth League |
The New Saints U19 Predicted Starting XI vs Žalgiris U19 — 4-3-3
| # | Player | Pos |
|---|---|---|
| 30 |
Jack Edwards
|
GK |
| 2 |
Harry Clayton
|
DF |
| 12 |
Jake Humphreys
|
MF |
| 4 |
Jack Airlie
|
DF |
| 3 |
Nathan Doforo
|
DF |
| 8 |
Jake Morris
|
MF |
| 15 |
Oliver Blayney
|
FW |
| 6 |
James Nuttall
|
MF |
| 7 |
Tom Jones
|
FW |
| 10 |
Caleb Afful
|
FW |
| 9 |
Thomas Blaze
|
FW |
Žalgiris U19 Predicted Starting XI vs The New Saints U19 — 4-2-3-1
| # | Player | Pos |
|---|---|---|
| 56 |
Joris Aliukonis
|
GK |
| 41 |
Martynas Setkus
|
MF |
| 25 |
Vytis Pavilonis
|
DF |
| 81 |
Artur Demidov
|
DF |
| 83 |
Arminas Soja
|
DF |
| 14 |
Klemensas Gustas
|
MF |
| 30 |
Ugnius Simonavičius
|
MF |
| 39 |
Danielius Velička
|
FW |
| 23 |
Romualdas Jansonas
|
FW |
| 44 |
Patrik Matyžonok
|
FW |
| 27 |
Vakaris Berenta
|
DF |