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by Ita Emmanuel | in Champions League Predictions
Macedonian champions Shkendija host their Romanian counterparts FCSB in the first leg of the Champions League second qualifying round on Tuesday. The Ballists will aim to boost their chances of qualifying for the next round with a win over the Red and Blues. Here is our prediction for the match.
Shkendija are en route to reaching the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round for only the second time in their history. Their first appearance at that stage came in the 2018-19 campaign following victories over Welsh side The New Saints and Moldovan club Sheriff Tiraspol in the first and second qualifying round respectively.
The Tetovo-based outfit will face a huge task edging out FCSB to repeat the same feat. Can they count on home support to secure victory on Tuesday and boost their chances of qualifying for the next round?
FCSB will head into this match bridging with confidence. The Red and Blues boast a richer Champions League history than Shkendija. They won the competition in 1986 (as European Cup) and reached the group phase of its rebranded version (the Champions League era) for the first time in 1994-95 season.
They have now made seven appearances in the main phase of competition. What are their chances heading into this match? Keep reading as we explore both teams' forms, team news, and more!
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The Best Betting Odds for Shkendija v FCSB Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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3.6 | 3.3 | 1.95 |
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3.75 | 3.1 | 1.95 |
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3.7 | 3.1 | 2 |
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3.75 | 3.2 | 2 |
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3.85 | 3.35 | 1.97 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Shkendija and FCSB?
Our prediction for the Shkendija vs FCSB match is: goal range 2-4 goals.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 22/07/2025 between Shkendija and FCSB in Champions League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 33.27% for a win of Shkendija against FCSB with odds of 3.85 at Unibet.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Shkendija vs FCSB is 23.13% with odds of 3.4 at 22bet.
- Our prediction model gives a 43.6% chance ⭐ for a win of FCSB vs Shkendija with odds of 2.14 at Stake.
Shkendija vs FCSB Form
Shkendija and FCSB Last Matches
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Jul 2025 - Champions League
8 Jul 2025 - Champions League
25 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
21 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
17 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
17 May 2025 - 1. MFL
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Jul 2025 - Champions League
17 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
17 May 2025 - 1. MFL
7 May 2025 - 1. MFL
27 Apr 2025 - 1. MFL
13 Apr 2025 - 1. MFL
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
8 Jul 2025 - Champions League
25 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
21 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
11 May 2025 - 1. MFL
4 May 2025 - 1. MFL
23 Apr 2025 - Macedonia Cup
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
19 Jul 2025 - Superliga
15 Jul 2025 - Champions League
12 Jul 2025 - Superliga
9 Jul 2025 - Champions League
5 Jul 2025 - Super Cup
1 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
12 Jul 2025 - Superliga
9 Jul 2025 - Champions League
5 Jul 2025 - Super Cup
17 May 2025 - Superliga
5 May 2025 - Superliga
20 Apr 2025 - Superliga
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
19 Jul 2025 - Superliga
15 Jul 2025 - Champions League
1 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
28 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
23 May 2025 - Superliga
11 May 2025 - Superliga
Shkendija - FCSB: Form Analysis
Shkendija booked their place in the Champions League qualifying rounds after emerging champions of the Macedonian First League last season. They played out a goalless draw away against The News Saints in the first leg of the first qualifying round. This was followed by a 2-1 victory over the Welsh champions in extra time in the second leg in Skopje. Jack Bodenham's 116th-minute own goal was all they needed to break the tie and qualify for the next round.
Notably, the second-leg victory in Skopje marked the second time Shkendija have failed to score or concede in a competitive fixture in regulation time in 20 matches. Before that, they had scored or conceded in their last 18 competitive matches, 11 of which fell between 2-4 total goals.
FCSB won the Romanian Championship last season and secured a ticket for the Champions League qualifying rounds. They defeated Andorran side Inter Escalades 4-3 on aggregate in the first qualifying round despite losing the second leg 2-1 in Andorra.
The defeat in Andorra marked the fifth time in a row that FCSB's match has produced moderate scorelines ranging between 2-4 goals. Four of their last five competitive away fixtures have also produced the same goal range.
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Shkendija & FCSB Squad Analysis
Shkendija head coach Jeton Bekjiri has his full-strength squad for this match. Senegalese forward Fabrice Tamba, who opened the scoring for the North Macedonia champions in the second leg against The New Saints, is expected to lead the attack for the team.
Goalkeeper Baboucarr Gaye is expected to return to goal for the team. The Gambian goalie played a key role in both legs against The New Saints, producing critical saves to keep the game level and preserve their chance before the late breakthrough. Also, FCSB may have to watch out for Besart Ibraimi, who is the team's leading scorer in Europe with 16 goals.
FCSB's manager Elias Charalambous will be deprived of some of his key players heading into this match. Last season's top performers Octavian Popescu and Daniel Birligea are both ruled out due to injuries.
However, they are still in good shape to stage a formidable opposition against the hosts on Tuesday. Forwards David Miculescu, Darius Olaru, and Marius Stefanescu – who all found the back of the net in aggregate victory over Inter Escalades – are all available to start. Center-back Mihai Popescu will return to the defense alongside 1.92m-tall Cameroonian stopper Joyskim Aurélien Dawa.
Most goals and assists
Shkendija
FCSB
A. Stoian
(1 Goals)
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F. Tanase
(1 Goals)
Shkendija - FCSB Key Points
- Shkendija have scored or conceded in 18 of their last 20 competitive matches in regulation time.
- Between 2-4 goals have been scored in five of Shkendija’s last seven home competitive matches.
- Between 2-4 goals have been scored in five of FCSB’s last six competitive matches.
- Between 2-4 goals have been scored in four of FCSB’s last five competitive away matches.
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Our Shkendija vs FCSB Prediction
Both teams will aim for a strong start on Tuesday in Skopje to secure an advantage heading into the second leg. FCSB could be considered the favorites to win this match despite playing away from home. However, we expect a moderate scoreline given both teams' recent results.
Between 2-4 goals have been scored in five of Shkendija's last seven competitive home matches. Five of FCSB's last six competitive matches have also witnessed a similar goal range, including four of their last five competitive away fixtures. Hence, our Shkendija vs FCSB prediction is goal range 2-4 goals.
Shkendija vs FCSB - Other Interesting Predictions
FCSB win
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