Serbia vs Russia
18th November 1945hrs
Football – International – UEFA Nations League
Pick Away Win
Bookmaker Unibet
Odds: 17/10 odds taken 1700 GMT, Tuesday 17 November
Ljubisa Tumbakovic’s Serbia and Stanislav Cherchesov’s Russia clash in a UEFA Nations League game at the Red Star Stadium on Wednesday night. Victory in Belgrade for the Russians will see them promoted to Nations League A. As for the Serbians, they can still avoid relegation to League C, but they need a minor miracle on the final day. Check out the latest odds and tips.
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Serbia Preview – Eagles’ winless run to continue?
Serbia have had a disappointing Nations League campaign by their high standards. In fact, before a ball was kicked, the Serbians would have fancied their chances of winning the group. However, they now look nailed on for relegation to League C, which would be a major setback for the nation.
Serbia never recovered from their 3-1 loss to Russia in Moscow on matchday one. They went on to draw with Turkey and lose to Hungary at home. To their credit, the Serbians have managed to draw their last two, holding the Turks to a 2-2 stalemate in Istanbul before drawing 1-1 with Hungary in Budapest last weekend.
On the whole, it has been a miserable 2020 for Serbia. Still, can they restore some pride by beating the Group B3 leaders on Wednesday night?
Russia Preview – Will the Russians win promotion to League A?
Russia currently lead the way in League B, Group 3, sitting on eight points along with Hungary. Two points behind are Turkey, who can still be promoted or relegated on the final day. It really is still all to play for in this fascinating group.
Russia kicked off with wins over Serbia and Hungary. However, they have picked up just two points from a possible nine since then. Last weekend, Russia’s promotion hopes were dealt a blow when they were beaten by Turkey in Istanbul, which is their only Nations League defeat so far.
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Russia will have to do it the hard way after their loss in Turkey. Serbia still have something to play for, so this will be far from easy. However, Stanislav Cherchesov’s boys are the favourites to get the win and book their place in League A.
Serbia vs Russia Betting Advice
Big Artem Dzyuba was on fire when the teams clashed at the VTB Arena in Moscow back in September. The Russian skipper helped himself to a brace, with Vyacheslav Karavayev also netting in the 3-1 victory.
Key Facts – Serbia vs Russia Betting Tip
- Russia have won ten of their previous 16 in all competitions
- The Russians have failed to win any of their last five, though (three draws, two defeats)
- Serbia have won just one of their past seven matches
Serbia have some top players, but we can see Russia doing the double over the Eagles in midweek. There is decent value in the away win at 17/10.
As we touched on, Dzyuba was a thorn in Serbia’s side in Moscow a couple of months back. However, the striker will miss this one after being suspended from the squad. Therefore, they could turn to Anton Miranchuk – who has scored twice in this campaign – for goals. The 25-year-old is available at 15/2 to score first on Wednesday.
The best betting odds for Serbia vs Russia
Serbia to win: 13/8 at Bet365
Draw: 11/5 at Bet365
Russia to win: 17/10 at Bet365
