Radnicki Krag will entertain Mornar Bar at Dubočica Stadium in the UEFA Conference League qualifiers on Thursday. Both teams are new to the competition as well as to European competitions in general.
Radnicki Krag vs Mornar Bar Preview
Radnicki Krag earned their place after finishing fifth in the Serbian SuperLiga playoffs last season. They are set to enter the competition in the second qualifying round, which will also be their debut season in Europe. The hosts opened their domestic season with a 3-2 home defeat against Zeleznicar Pancevo last week.
The Kragujevac-based team played four friendly matches in preseason, winning three and drawing one. Those results brought some hope after the team struggled to wrap up last season, drawing twice and losing twice in their last four matches. The defeat in their last game was their first home setback in five outings.
Mornar booked their place after finishing second in the 2023–24 Montenegrin First League. They entered the competition in the first qualifying round, defeating Georgian side Dinamo Tbilisi 3-2 on aggregate to progress to the second round qualifying. The visitors are also making their debut in a UEFA-administered competition.
The team, based in the city of Bar, are yet to resume their domestic campaign. They have played two friendly matches, drawing one and losing the other. Mornar have been competitive on the road, with one setback so far in their last five trips. They presently have the momentum, having featured in the first round of qualifying.
Radnicki Krag vs Mornar Bar Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Radnicki have won thrice, drawn once and lost once in their last five matches at home.
- Radnicki have scored 13 goals and conceded five in their last five matches in all competitions.
- Radnicki scored 46 goals and also conceded 46 in the Serbian SuperLiga last season.
- Mornar have won twice, drawn twice and lost once in their last five matches on the road.
- Radnicki have won thrice, drawn once and lost once in their last five matches while Mornar have won twice, drawn twice and lost once. Form Guide: Radnicki – L-W-D-W-W, Mornar – D-W-D-L-W.
Radnicki Krag vs Mornar Bar Prediction
Radnicki appear to be in good shape, considering their preseason activities. They will hope to begin their European experience on a good note in front of the home crowd.
Mornar are in good form thanks to their success in the previous round. They will be looking to push forth to reach the third round.
Radnicki are expected to come out on top based on home advantage.
Prediction: Radnicki Krag 2-1 Mornar Bar
Radnicki Krag vs Mornar Bar Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result – Radnicki Krag to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes
Tip 3: Radnicki Krag to score first – Yes
Tip 4: Mornar Bar to score - Yes