Match Overview
BATE Borisov host Aris Limassol at the Varosi Stadium in the second leg of their clash in the second round of the UEFA Champions League qualification competition on Tuesday. Both these teams will be keen on giving their all in this match, more so the home team, given how poorly they fared in the first leg. For the unversed, Limassol thrashed BATE Borisov by a whopping 6-2 scoreline in the first leg.
Key Highlights
While BATE Borisov represent the country of Belarus in this competiiton, Limassol hail from the country of Cyprus. All Limassol have to do is keep their calm and their defence steady in the second leg and not let Borisov get too excited and breakthrough. Having kept a clean sheet in two out of the last five matches that they have played, Limassol will be in a good position to keep this lead of theirs intact.
Injury Report
Both these teams are expected to field their best possible starting lineups as they do not have any major absentees owing to injuries. Sure, there might be a few niggles here and there but there is nothing too serious to talk about.
Prediction
Aril Limassol are the downright favourites to win this game over BATE Borisov. With a four-goal cushion, they can rotate their side and give an opportunity to those youngsters who do not get a chance to play usually. Borisov, on the other hand, have scored just seven goals in their last five matches, which means that their chances of resurrection in this game are minimal. Limassol should win this match comfortably.
UEFA Champions League | W1 X W2 |
01/Aug 19:00 BATE Borisov VS Aris Limassol | 3:5 (1:3,2:2) |