Match overview
This First League clash on 16 February shapes up as a classic midseason reset for two teams struggling for consistency. Aresimi arrive rooted in sixth but carrying a worrying sequence of heavy defeats — conceding 5-1 to Vardar in their most recent outing after a run of lopsided losses in January — while Akademija Pandev sit lower in the table in eighth, eking out a 1-1 draw against Makedonija last time out. The head-to-head in September ended 2-1 to Akademija Pandev, a result that suggests there is history and goals when these sides meet. With both teams showing porous defensive records across the season and Aresimi particularly vulnerable at times, this fixture has all the ingredients for an open, entertaining affair.
Tactical and statistical clues
Aresimi’s home numbers jump off the page: 18 goals scored and 16 conceded at home, and an eye-catching over 2.5 goals rate of 82.35% in their matches at home. That suggests the home side’s games regularly spike in goal volume, whether through attacking intent or defensive frailties. Akademija Pandev, meanwhile, have produced fewer goals overall but still show a respectable away goals-scored figure (13) and a tendency toward fixtures that breach the 2.5 threshold over half the time (58.82%). Recent form paints a picture of fragile defences rather than sterile midfield battles — Aresimi’s recent heavy defeats and Akademija Pandev’s mixed away results point to opportunities in the goal markets rather than a confident 1X2 pick.
Both teams have seen matches with goals — the H2H 2-1 result from September and home/away season stats reinforce this. Clean sheets are rare for either side (Aresimi 3, Akademija Pandev 2), and the average shots data implies Aresimi carry more attacking volume (210 total shots, 84 on target) which should trouble a visiting defense that concedes regularly.
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Betting suggestion
Given the data — Aresimi’s high home over-2.5 frequency (82.35%), both teams’ leaky defenses and the H2H history — the clearest play is the goal market. Suggested bet: Over 2.5 goals. This selection aligns with venue tendencies and recent scorelines; treat it as a medium-confidence play and manage stake size accordingly.
