Dundalk vs Magpies 20.07.2023 Prediction: UEFA Europa Conference League qualification

Match Overview

On Thursday, Irish side Dundalk will be looking forward to breaking the stalemate that they played out against Magpies in the first leg of their first-round clash in the UEFA Europa Conference League qualification match last week. Magpies, who have a good defensive unit and are known to park the bus as and when the situation demands, will not let Dundalk's attacking players run free.

Key Highlights

What makes this game extremely exciting is that Dundalk have been unbeaten in the last seven home matches that they have played. Magpies, for their part, have not got on the scoresheet in the last two matches that they have participated in. They have conceded two or more goals in two out of their last four matches. Dundalk will be looking forward to making the best use of this flaw in the Magpies' defence.

Injury Report

Dundalk will have to make do without the services of Robert McCourt, Robbie Benson, John Mountney and Andrew Boyle among others for this game owing to the injuries that these players unfortunately sustained earlier in the season. Magpies, for their part, do not have any major injuries in their side.

Prediction

Despite the first leg ending in a goalless draw, Dundalk appear to be the overwhelming favourites to win this game against Magpies. We expect them to do so quite comfortably. Dundalk, who have scored two or more goals in three of their last five matches, will also be expected to find their way in front of goal. This promises to be a close encounter but Dundalk have the edge over Magpies.