Shkendija 1-1 The New Saints

Current streaks

Recent form

Shkendija

Shkendija's recent form has been notably poor, with the North Macedonian side enduring a challenging run of four consecutive defeats in friendlies before managing a goalless draw against The New Saints in their Champions League fixture. Their defensive frailties have been particularly evident, conceding an average of 1.67 goals per game across their last six matches, whilst struggling to find the back of the net themselves with just 0.83 goals scored per game. The team have kept only one clean sheet during this period, and their matches have tended to be high-scoring affairs, with 67% of games seeing over 2.5 goals. Shkendija's sole victory in this stretch came against Tikveš, but they have since struggled to replicate that form, suggesting they may need to address both attacking and defensive issues to improve their performances.

The New Saints

The New Saints have shown resilient form in their recent fixtures, displaying a mixed but largely positive run of results. After suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to Penybont, the Welsh side bounced back impressively with a three-match winning streak in the Premier League and Welsh Cup, showcasing their ability to respond well to setbacks. Their attacking prowess is evident, having scored in five out of their last six matches and netting an average of 1.5 goals per game. Defensively, they've been relatively solid, conceding just one goal per match on average. The team's propensity for high-scoring encounters is noteworthy, with 67% of their recent games featuring over 2.5 goals. The New Saints have also demonstrated their competitive edge in tougher fixtures, holding their own in draws against Shkendija in the Champions League and Larne in a friendly, highlighting their ability to perform against varied opposition.

Recent home/away form

Shkendija

Shkendija have experienced a mixed run of form in their recent home matches, with a concerning trend of three consecutive losses in their latest fixtures. The team's goal-scoring ability remains a bright spot, averaging 2 goals per game, but their defensive record has been less impressive, conceding an average of 1.83 goals per match. Notably, Shkendija's home games have been high-scoring affairs, with 83% of matches seeing over 2.5 goals and both teams finding the net in 67% of encounters. Their 4-0 victory against Voska Sport stands out as a particularly dominant performance, while the 3-3 draw with Shkupi 1927 highlights their potential for exciting, goal-laden contests. Despite the recent downturn, Shkendija's home form suggests they remain capable of producing entertaining matches with plenty of goalmouth action.

The New Saints

The New Saints have been in impressive form away from home, winning four of their last six matches on the road. Their goal-scoring prowess has been particularly noteworthy, with the team netting a remarkable 17 goals in these six away fixtures, averaging 2.83 goals per game. Two standout performances include a 6-0 thrashing of Cardiff MET and a 5-0 victory over Cambrian & Clydach in the Welsh Cup, demonstrating their ability to dominate opponents on their travels. Defensively, The New Saints have been solid, conceding only four goals in six away matches and keeping three clean sheets. Their only away defeat in this run came in a tight 1-0 loss to Penybont, sandwiched between two high-scoring wins. The team's overall away form suggests they are a formidable force on the road, capable of both scoring freely and maintaining a strong defensive record.