Cyprus vs Norway Prediction 12.10.2023

• Competition: European Qualifiers &— Group A
• Date: Thursday, 12th, October 2023
• Kickoff: 19:45 UTC +1 / 20.45 CEST
• Venue: AEK Arena (Larnaca)

In order to stay competitive in the EURO 2024 qualification, Norway is determined to secure a win as they travel to Larnaca to face the Cyprus national team in the sixth round. They refuse to abandon their ambitions and will strive for a full three points.

It was evident from the beginning that the Cyprus national team had no hope of progressing to the next stage in a challenging group. However, they have surprised many by becoming an easy target. Cyprus has never reached the finals of a major tournament, but their recent record of four wins in the last two EURO qualification cycles for 2016 and three for 2020 has raised concerns. Unfortunately, they currently find themselves at the bottom of the table with zero points after playing five matches, making this qualification campaign the worst of the 21st century.

Despite their ongoing search for a first appearance in the EURO final since 2020, the Norwegian national team, led by Erling Haaland and his teammates, are determined to break this dry spell. However, their qualification campaign for EURO 2024 cannot be considered successful as they only managed to secure seven points from five matches, with victories against Cyprus and Georgia, both achieved at home. Currently trailing Spain by two points, Norway faces the risk of missing out on qualification unless they secure a crucial victory in Larnaca before their crucial clash with La Furia Roja on October 12.

Cyprus vs Norway Betting Tips: AH2 (-1.5)

Cyprus has already ended their EURO 2024 qualification campaign after just five rounds, leaving them with no goals left to achieve in the tournament except to play for pride in their remaining three matches. On the other hand, Norway still holds realistic hopes of securing at least the second spot in the competition. Their initial objective is to win all the available points during their visit to Larnaca. Given that Norway has been dominant in all 12 previous encounters against Cyprus, winning 11 of them by a margin of at least two goals, it is highly likely that Norway will emerge victorious once again.

Furthermore, the Cypriots are facing alarming defensive vulnerability, having conceded an incredible 17 goals in five played matches, making them the third worst defensive side among the 53 participants vying for EURO qualification. Given Norway’s unfavorable goal difference, this match provides an ideal chance for Erling Haaland and company to improve it. We believe they’ll be plenty potent in the final third to secure a convincing victory!