Bangladesh vs Maldives: Latest Prediction and Betting Odds for Friendly Match - November 13, 2024
Maldives Aim to Upset Higher-Ranked Bangladesh in Friendly Clash
Bangladesh and Maldives, two neighboring nations in South Asia, are set to face off in an international friendly match on November 13, 2024. The match will be played at the Bangabandhu National Stadium in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Bangladesh, currently ranked 187th in the FIFA World Rankings, will be the favorite going into the match. However, Maldives, ranked 153rd, will be looking to pull off an upset.
Head-to-Head Record and Recent Form
Bangladesh and Maldives have met on four previous occasions, with Bangladesh winning three times and Maldives winning once. Their most recent meeting was in 2018, which Bangladesh won 2-0. Bangladesh has been in decent form in recent months, winning three of their last five matches. Maldives, on the other hand, has struggled for consistency, winning just one of their last five matches.
Bangladesh's Recent Results:
- Won 2-0 vs Nepal
- Lost 1-2 vs India
- Won 3-1 vs Bhutan
- Lost 0-2 vs Qatar
- Won 1-0 vs Afghanistan
Maldives' Recent Results:
- Won 1-0 vs Sri Lanka
- Lost 0-3 vs India
- Drew 1-1 vs Nepal
- Lost 0-2 vs Bhutan
- Lost 0-3 vs Qatar
Betting Odds and Predictions
According to the latest betting odds, Bangladesh is the clear favorite to win the match. Bet365 offers odds of 1.44 for a Bangladesh win, while a Maldives win is priced at 7.00. A draw is priced at 4.33.
Based on recent form and head-to-head record, Bangladesh is expected to win the match. However, Maldives has shown in the past that they can be a dangerous opponent, and they will be looking to pull off an upset. Given Bangladesh's recent struggles against higher-ranked teams, a Maldives win cannot be ruled out.
Conclusion
The Bangladesh vs Maldives friendly match on November 13, 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting encounter. Bangladesh will be the favorite, but Maldives will be looking to pull off an upset. With both teams in decent form, the match could go either way.