Latvia vs Cyprus

Latvia have struggled for results, with no win in their six listed matches. Their most recent outing was a defeat to Armenia in September, following a loss to the Faroe Islands in June. Over their four matches with player statistics, V. Gutkovskis has led the way with two goals, while goalkeeper Krišjānis Zviedris made three saves. The best-rated player over these matches was D. Meļņiks. Cyprus enter this match having won two of their six listed fixtures. They were beaten by Montenegro in their most recent game in September, but they previously secured a win against Liechtenstein in June. Over their two matches with player statistics, M. Edwards scored once, and goalkeeper Fabiano recorded six saves. The best-rated player over these matches was G. Kastanos.

• Cyprus have been more efficient in front of goal, averaging 10 shots per match compared to Latvia's 7 over their respective covered matches.
• Latvia have managed 2 goals and conceded 5 in the first half of their covered matches, while Cyprus have scored 4 and conceded 2 in the same period.
• Latvia have had slightly less of the ball on average, whereas Cyprus have been about even on the ball in their respective covered matches.

Cyprus appear to have the edge in attacking consistency based on their performance over the listed matches, where they have generated more shots than their opponents. Latvia rely on V. Gutkovskis, their top scorer over the listed matches with two goals, to lead the line, while Cyprus look to G. Kastanos, their best-rated player over the listed matches, to influence the play. Given the recent form and attacking metrics, the visitors look better placed to take something from this encounter.

Our records for this fixture do not include any previous head-to-head meetings between the two sides.