When: 12:30
Where: South Korea. K-League 1

Daegu FC
Daegu FC is considered a clear underdog in this match, despite home advantage at Daegu iM Bank Park. The team often appears unstable defensively and struggles to defend against the opponent's quick transitions. Offensively, Daegu occasionally creates chances but often acts too one-dimensional and has room for improvement in chance conversion. The team likely uses a standard formation such as 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1, with the execution on the field being crucial. The home crowd could provide a psychological advantage, but the previously lacking consistency makes a clear assessment difficult.

Pohang Steelers
Pohang Steelers currently display strong form and occupy 4th place in the table after 17 matchdays. With 8 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses along with an even goal difference of 22:19, they show a balanced approach between offense and defense. In the last five matches, they have won four times, indicating high confidence. The team plays pragmatically and usually controls the game wisely, without being overly offensive or risky. Tactically, formations such as 4-2-3-1 or 3-4-3 are likely to be used, providing both stability and flexibility. The team stands out due to good chance utilization and an organized defensive unit.

Injuries
Both teams have to deal with personnel absences. Daegu FC is missing Yong-rae Lee, Dae-hun Park, and Jeong-hyun Kim due to unspecified injuries. Pohang Steelers are also without Sung-wook Jo and Jae-joon An. As no detailed information on these key players is available, the exact impact of the injuries is hard to assess. Overall, this adds unpredictability to the match.

Head-to-Head
The direct encounters between Daegu FC and Pohang Steelers are balanced and characterized by varied results. In recent meetings, Pohang won three times (including two 1-0 victories and one 3-1), Daegu won once (2-1 at Pohang), and there was a spectacular 3-3 draw. This variety of results shows no clear dominance by either team, although Pohang holds a slight advantage. The different game developments make predictions about the number of goals and the outcome difficult, as both teams show weaknesses offensively and defensively.

Match Prediction
Considering the better current form and the table superiority of Pohang Steelers, who enter as favorites, a controlled and pragmatic style of play is expected. Nevertheless, Daegu FC has repeatedly proven at home that they can score goals, especially when playing at their own pace and relying on counterattacks. Statistics show that both teams regularly score and that matches between these teams rarely end goalless. The presence of injured players on both sides as well as the somewhat vulnerable defenses of both teams increase the likelihood of goals from both sides. Therefore, the bet 'Both teams to score: Yes' with odds of 1.65 is recommended and offers an attractive opportunity to bet on an entertaining and open game.

My tip: Both teams to score: Yes (1.65)

When: 17:00
Where: Latvian Virslīga

Metta
Metta continues to struggle with major problems and is at risk of relegation. The team recently showed disappointing performances, such as the lost match against Jelgava (1-2), in which they gave up the lead despite an early goal. There are also deficiencies in chance conversion and defense, which is reflected in regularly lost points.

BFK Daugavpils
Daugavpils is positioned mid-table and currently does not fear the relegation battle. The team shows relatively stable form but has only managed one win in their last nine games. A spot in the upper table region seems unrealistic again this season, but the team should be able to earn points against a weakening opponent like Metta.

Injuries
Metta must continue to do without offensive midfielder Ralfs Pakulis and defensive midfielder Hugo Jesse. Daugavpils is missing central defender Rinalds Aizups (back injury) and defensive midfielder Seti Tati due to a suspension after a red card.

Head-to-Head Encounters
The recent encounters clearly favor Daugavpils: In the last six matches, Daugavpils won four times against Metta, while Metta won only once and one game ended in a draw. The last meeting in April this year ended with a 2-0 victory for Daugavpils.

Match Prediction
Although both teams are currently struggling, Daugavpils overall shows a more solid form and has demonstrated more stability throughout the season. The better offense and positive record in direct duels speak for the visitors. Therefore, the double chance in favor of BFK Daugavpils with odds of 1.40 is highly recommended for this game.

My tip: Double Chance BFK Daugavpils (1.40)

When: 19:00
Where: Latvia Virsliga

Super Nova
Super Nova is currently showing their best form of the season and has put together a series of six unbeaten games up to the last match. Despite a narrow defeat against favorites RFS, they demonstrated fighting spirit and now play with a lot of confidence. The home game offers them the opportunity to further confirm their strong form and secure an important point in the competition.

Liepaja
Liepaja is fighting for a place in the top 3 but has lost ground due to the recently missed win against Daugavpils. The team is motivated to make up the deficit and secure their position. Despite tough competition, they consistently show their class and possess strong offensive qualities.

Injuries
Super Nova has three injured players: Jēgors Cīrulis, Eduards Emšis, and Tomas Zants. Additionally, Ralfs Siņicikov is missing due to suspension. Liepaja will have to do without Janis Grīnbergs, who suffered a torn knee ligament. There are no other suspensions.

Head-to-Head
In the ten direct encounters so far, Super Nova has not won against Liepaja. Liepaja has won eight times, and two matches ended in a draw, including the last meeting with a 2:2 draw. The history points to a close, hard-fought game with goals on both sides.

Match Prediction
Both teams have strong offenses and currently show a very balanced form. Super Nova is combative and brave, Liepaja is technically strong and motivated to reach their table goal. The previous encounters and the playing style of both teams clearly suggest that both teams will score. The 1.60 odds for the bet "Both teams to score: Yes" seem very attractive, as a balanced and high-scoring game is expected.

My tip: Both teams to score: Yes (1.60)