The situation in the Santa Coloma – Alashkert confrontation is practically the same, as is in the La Fiorita – Linfield couple. The clear favorites have managed to win the domestic match with minimal advantage and now will try to secure their advantage at the expense of a correctly chosen tactics for the second match, as well as higher class of their footballers.
Santa Coloma had conceded from Alashkert on the 39th minute already in the first match of the first qualifying round of the Champions League. It seemed, that the men from Martuni will develop their advantage in the second half and maybe even crush their opponents. But Santa Coloma managed to keep their goal shut in the second half and now the future hosts have a little chance on advancement to the second qualifying round of the Champions League.
Now Alashkert will have to keep their goal shut. The Armenian champions are doubtfully coming to Andorra to play offensively. Even a goalless draw will suffice for Alashkert in the upcoming game. The first match has shown, that there is no such a big class difference between the contenders and southern teams have always been known for their ability to perform well at their home arenas, therefore Alashkert have something to be careful about in the forthcoming match. The coaching staff of the Armenian team will probably choose an expectant tactics and defensive performance.
One should not expect efficient football from the upcoming game between Santa Coloma and Alashkert. Both teams do not have the strongest lines of attack, whereas Santa Coloma, as well as Alashkert have a relative order in defense.
Prediction for the match: Under 2.5 goals in the match
