FK TSC Backa Topola will welcome West Ham United to the TSC Arena on Thursday, November 30, 2023, in their fifth match of the UEFA Europa League Group A. Both teams are desperate for a win to keep their hopes of qualifying for the knockout stages alive.
Match Preview
Backa Topola currently sits bottom of the group with just one point from their four matches so far, having drawn one and lost three.
They have struggled to score goals in the competition, netting just two times. On the other hand, West Ham United are second in the group with seven points, having won two, drawn one, and lost one. They have been more prolific in attack, scoring six goals.
This match is a must-win for Backa Topola if they want to have any chance of qualifying for the knockout stages. However, West Ham United will be a tough opponent to beat, as they are a more experienced team with a better squad.
Team News
Backa Topola
Backa Topola have no injury concerns ahead of this match. They are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation with Nemanja Maric in goal.
The back four is likely to consist of Jovanovic, Petrovic, Milovanovic, and Stojanovic. In midfield, Jovanovic and Djokovic are expected to start, with Milosavljevic, Divin Mubama, and Milosevic playing in front of them. Up front, Bojanic is expected to lead the line.
West Ham United
West Ham United have a few injury concerns ahead of this match. Craig Dawson and Gianluca Scamacca are both out with injuries, while Maxwel Cornet is doubtful. Moyes is expected to rest some of his key players for this match, as they have already qualified for the knockout stages of the Carabao Cup.
Backa Topola vs West Ham United Predictions
This is a difficult match to predict, as both teams have their strengths and weaknesses. However, West Ham United are the stronger team on paper and are expected to win.
Betting Tips
West Ham United to win
Over 2.5 goals
Both teams to score
Possible Line-ups
Backa Topola (4-2-3-1): Maric, Jovanovic, Petrovic, Milovanovic, Stojanovic, Jovanovic, Djokovic, Milosavljevic, Divin Mubama, Milosevic, Bojanic
West Ham United (4-3-3): Fabianski, Alves, Ogbonna, Zouma, Benrahma, Lanzini, Soucek, Rice, Bowen, Antonio, Fornals
Backa Topola vs West Ham United Head-to-Head
This will be the first meeting between the two clubs.
Time, Venue, and Where to Watch in Nigeria
The match will be played at the TSC Arena in Backa Topola, Serbia, on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at 6:45 pm WAT. The match will be broadcast live on Supersport in Nigeria.
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