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Žalgiris Vilnius vs Petrovac: prediction and odds

Europe Conference League · Europe · 16 July 2026
Žalgiris Vilnius logoŽalgiris Vilnius
2:1
1st half: 0:0
16.07.2026 18:00
Petrovac logoPetrovac

Match events

Petar Bosančić🟨
38′
Nikola Petkovic1:0
60′
61′
🟨Ranko Krgovic
Nemanja Mihajlović2:0
75′
87′
2:1Trimror Selimi

Match statistics: Žalgiris Vilnius vs Petrovac

Žalgiris VilniusPetrovac
59Ball possession, %41
14Shots15
6Shots on target5
2Corners5
13Fouls3
6Offsides1
1Yellow cards1
0Red cards0
128Attacks99
67Dangerous attacks53

💡 Match preview Žalgiris Vilnius vs Petrovac

The commanding 3-1 victory for the Vilnius side in the first leg has left the visitors with virtually no room to sit back and defend. The Montenegrins will be forced to open up and take risks from the very first minute, which will allow the home team to exploit the resulting spaces to maximum effect. Can we expect another confident win for the favourites on their own turf?

Zalgiris Vilnius: Comfortable Lead and Excellent Match Fitness

The Lithuanian outfit took a massive step towards advancing to the next round by securing a comfortable 3-1 win in Montenegro in the first leg. In that match, Andrius Skerla’s men confidently controlled the tempo, enjoying 55% possession and firing 15 shots at the opponent's goal (four of which were on target). The team is in excellent competitive shape, as the Lithuanian top flight is in full swing.

The attacking line is in particularly fine form, creating and converting numerous chances in the current segment of the season. In the first match against Petrovac, Zalgiris forward Nikola Petkovic was highly active, bagging two goals. He has seven goals to his name in the domestic championship. The Vilnius side has been steamrolling weaker opponents in the A Lyga, recently thrashing Siauliai 3-0 and Panevezys 3-0.

Petrovac: Difficult Situation Ahead of the Trip to Vilnius

The Montenegrin club has put itself in an extremely precarious position ahead of the return leg. At home, Petrovac could not contain the attacking power of the Lithuanians, losing the key statistical battles: possession stood at 45%, and over 90 minutes the players managed only six shots (two on target) compared to the opponent's 15. Zdravko Dragicevic's side now needs a genuine miracle – they must win in Vilnius by at least two goals to force extra time.

It is worth noting that Petrovac also looked lacklustre in their friendlies. They played out goalless draws with similarly matched sides Mornar Bar and Macva, while losing to the stronger Albanian side Elbasani (1-2) and Serbian side Mladost (0-1). Their problems with creating and converting chances, which were clearly evident in those warm-up games, are a major concern.

Referee: Ian McNabb (Northern Ireland)

In the 2025/26 season, the Northern Irish official has taken charge of 12 matches. On average, he has recorded 17 fouls and shown 3.5 yellow cards per game. Over this period, the referee has also brandished one red card and awarded six penalties.

Prediction and Bet on Zalgiris Vilnius vs Petrovac

Main prediction: Zalgiris handicap (-1) at odds of 1.53

Zalgiris are superior to their opponents in terms of individual quality and team cohesion, as the first leg in Montenegro (3-1) clearly demonstrated. Petrovac's need to open up from the first minute, combined with their poor match fitness, will quickly lead to gaps between the lines. At home, with the support of their fans, the Lithuanian leaders should have no trouble punishing the visitors for their forced risk-taking. We back Zalgiris with a -1 handicap at 1.53. We estimate the probability of this outcome, including the possibility of a push, at 85% (anything above 1.45 is playable).

Total goals prediction: Over 2.5 goals at odds of 1.70

The first meeting showed that Zalgiris easily find the key to the Montenegrin defence. Playing on home soil will make attacking even easier. It is also worth noting that both teams have been involved in relatively high-scoring games recently. Three or more goals were scored in five of Zalgiris's last six matches and in two of Petrovac's previous three outings. We back over 2.5 goals at 1.70. We estimate the probability of this outcome at 63% (anything above 1.59 is playable).

Match odds Žalgiris Vilnius vs Petrovac

Result (1X2)

X4.9511.3129.7

Double chance

1X1.04X23.3121.16

Both teams to score

No1.69Yes2.02

Over

21.2832.144.158.81.51.172.51.693.52.644.54.9

Under

23.231.6241.1651.011.54.052.52.123.51.384.51.11

Handicap 1

01.04-11.46-22.63-35.75-1.51.96-2.53.3-3.56.6

Handicap 2

07.212.421.3931.081.51.792.51.253.51.05

Correct score

0:0140:1221:06.251:18.51:2272:05.952:18.12:2223:07.83:111.253:2304:013.754:119.255:0295:141

Predictions for Žalgiris Vilnius vs Petrovac

GO Gloria Oni Corners: Team 2 over 4odds 2.14 Won

I expect Petrovac to be forced into attacking, which means there will be plenty of corner kicks. This is a confident call—when a team is under pressure to score, corners naturally follow.

DA Deborah Adebayo Corners: Over 9.5odds 1.98 Lost

Hello. Zalgiris already secured a solid two-goal lead from the first leg, so now it's simply about playing the second leg calmly and seeing it through. I'm confident they'll hold on. Good luck.

CB Chidinma Balogun Result: 1odds 1.42 Won

I predict Žalgiris Vilnius will win this match. They are the clear favorites, and their counter-attacking style should be effective enough to score and secure the victory.

CO Chukwuma Okafor Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.28 Lost

I’m confident that Žalgiris will come out on top here, because their roster is packed with far more powerful and experienced players. That depth and know-how simply outclasses what the opponent can bring to the table.

UA Uche Adeyemi Team 1 over 2odds 2.00 Void

I predict Zalgiris will win this game. They have been dominant at home and their recent performances show a sharp defensive edge that their opponent will struggle to break down. The team’s chemistry and momentum give them a clear advantage, and I see no reason to bet against them here.

CM Chioma Madu Handicap 1 (-3)odds 8.00 Lost

I’m confident Zalgiris will win this matchup. Their recent form has been strong, and they have a clear edge in both depth and home-court advantage. The opponent’s inconsistency in away games only strengthens my conviction.

Simply put, Zalgiris has the momentum and the roster to control the game from start to finish. I expect them to secure the victory without much drama.

CO Comfort Ojo Result: 1odds 1.42 Won

I'm taking the win here. Montenegro simply isn't good enough to compete.

MS Mercy Sani Correct score 2:1odds 7.40 Won

I predict that after their convincing 3–1 away win, Lithuania will not lose on home soil. They'll secure a solid victory, but more modestly this time—expect a 2‑1 final score in their favor.

DE Daniel Emenike Both teams to score — Noodds 1.78 Lost

I confidently predict that both teams will not score in this match. The defensive setups are too solid, and recent form shows a clear trend of low-scoring affairs. Goal-scoring opportunities will be limited, making a "No" on both teams to score the right call.

FE Fatima Eze Team 2 under 0.5odds 1.99 Lost

I'm confident the away team won't score a single goal. I'm locking in that bet.

FO Faith Okoro Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.14 Lost

Vilnius is clearly the stronger side here. Their squad depth and form are on a completely different level compared to the opponent. I don't see any realistic path for the underdog to get a result in this matchup.

This is a straightforward bet for me. The gap in quality is too wide to ignore, and I'm confident Vilnius will win comfortably.

HS Halima Sani Over 3.5odds 2.64 Lost

I'm predicting that this match will also feature a lively contest with goals scored on both sides. The betting odds and recent form suggest an open game, so I'm confident we'll see the net bulge.

KO Kelechi Oyelaran Over 3odds 2.12 Void

I predict both teams will score in this match. Both sides are strong offensively and weak defensively, so goals are almost certain from both ends. The pattern of high-scoring games with frequent defensive mistakes makes a "both teams to score" bet the most confident play here.

TN Titi Nwosu Result: 1odds 1.38 Won

I predict the situation will be exactly the same as in the first match. Let's see if I'm right.

IO Ibrahim Oladipo Result: 2odds 8.00 Lost

I am confident that my bet on victory will pay off. The team's recent performances and head-to-head record clearly show they have the edge, and the current momentum is entirely in their favor. This is a straightforward call based on the strongest available evidence.

There is no reason to overcomplicate this. The odds reflect realistic probabilities, and my analysis confirms that this outcome is the most likely. I am backing this pick with full conviction.

MY Maryam Yusuf Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.14 Lost

I'm backing the home side here — Žalgiris will win this match. They have the advantage of playing on their own turf and a stronger recent form compared to their opponents. The team's attacking momentum and defensive solidity give me confidence they'll secure the three points.

BA Babatunde Anyanwu Correct score 2:1odds 7.80 Won

I think the scenario will essentially repeat. I'll go for it — there's a clear favorite here, but they will also concede a goal.

AA Aisha Ademola Corners: Under 7.5odds 2.97 Won

I predict a 3-1 final score. Vilnius will likely play at half strength, so if they score early, they'll immediately drop back and just pass the ball around in midfield.

YA Yemi Adamu Corners: Team 1 over 5.5odds 1.94 Lost

I’m confident the outcome will be decided by Zalgiris’s individual player skill and the psychological edge they earned from that away victory. Those two factors give them the clear advantage here.

RO Ruth Oladipo Corners: Over 9.5odds 1.98 Lost

I believe both teams will play aggressively and aim for a productive attack, which naturally leads to plenty of corner kicks. Expect a high corner count in this match.

RB Ronke Bankole Double chance: X2odds 2.98 Lost

I'm betting on Petrovac not to lose here at 2.98—that's solid value. They've been tough to beat lately, and the odds are too good to pass up given the matchup.

US Usman Sowole Handicap 1 (-2)odds 2.90 Lost

I confidently predict a dominant win for the home side. They have been nearly unbeatable on their own turf, and the opponent simply doesn't have the form or firepower to challenge them here. Expect a comfortable victory from start to finish.

PA Peter Afolabi Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.92 Won

I'm confident that watching closely will reveal the outcome without any need for premature action. The situation will unfold naturally.

GS Gloria Salami Team 1 over 1odds 1.10 Won

I'm backing the home team to score over 1 goal in this match. I expect a tightly contested game where both sides push hard, and the hosts have shown enough attacking threat to net at least twice. Their recent form and home advantage make this the confident play.

BT Bukola Tanko Team 1 over 2.5odds 2.64 Lost

I'm backing Žalgiris to score over 2.5 goals against Petrovac in the Conference League second leg. After their 2-0 away win, they'll be even more dangerous at home, where they've scored 22 goals in their last 10 matches. Petrovac's away defense is a disaster—conceding 10 in their last 5 road games—and they'll have to push forward, leaving space for Žalgiris to exploit. I'm confident the hosts will easily clear this total.

EL Esther Lawal Correct score 2:1odds 7.90 Won

I predict a victory with a narrow score of 2-1. This match will be tightly contested, but my team will edge out the win by a single goal.

NM Nnamdi Madu Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.19 Lost

I'm confident Zalgiris will win. They clearly outperform their opponent, and there's no doubt about the final result.

JA John Akintola Result: 1odds 1.41 Won

I'm betting on Žalgiris Vilnius to win against Petrovac. They're the stronger side with home advantage, and their European experience gives them a clear edge. Simple as that—Žalgiris gets the job done.

OO Oluwaseun Obi Over 2.5odds 1.76 Won

I'm confident the home team will perform strongly today. Their recent form and home advantage give them a clear edge, and I expect them to dominate the match and secure a win.

NI Nneka Idris Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.95 Won

I predict that both teams will score in this match. My confidence is based on the attacking strengths and defensive vulnerabilities each side has shown recently. The key factors here are the consistent goal-scoring records, the lack of clean sheets in recent games, and the high-stakes nature of the fixture pushing both sides to attack.

IO Ifeoma Ogunleye Both teams to score — Noodds 1.73 Lost

I'm confident there won't be many goals in this match. My read on the game is clear: it's simply not set up for a high-scoring affair, and I see no reason to expect otherwise.

SL Samuel Lamido Over 2.5odds 1.77 Won

I'm confident this match will be bright and exciting. Expect a thrilling contest from start to finish.

GA Godwin Ademola Team 2 over 0.5odds 1.74 Won

I believe Montenegro will score. They have the strength and determination to find the net, and I'm backing them to deliver a goal.

PD Peter Danjuma Result: 1odds 1.39 Won

I predict the home team will win. They have a clear advantage with strong recent form and the support of their crowd, which often proves decisive in tight matches. The visitors have struggled on the road, and I don't see them turning that around here.

SI Sunday Igwe Over 1.5 (1st half)odds 2.61 Lost

I expect a very eventful match between Žalgiris Vilnius and Petrovac. I'm confident there will be plenty of action, with both sides pushing for the win and creating scoring chances. The dynamics of the game strongly suggest we'll see multiple goals and key moments unfold.

WA Wale Afolabi Corners: Over 9.5odds 1.98 Lost

I am confident we will enjoy a thrilling game, and the total corners will comfortably exceed the widely expected number. My reasoning is straightforward: the match dynamics and attacking intent on both sides should produce frequent set-piece opportunities, leading to a high corner count.

TM Tunde Mohammed Over 1.5 (1st half)odds 2.61 Lost

The first match ended with a confident 3-1 win for the Lithuanian team, and I expect them to build on that momentum. They showed superior coordination and finishing, which gives me strong conviction in another victory here. I'm betting on the Lithuanian team to win again, as their form and tactical edge remain clear.

GO Gift Oladipo Team 2 over 0.5odds 1.76 Won

I'm confident the away team will score in this match. Their attacking form has been sharp, and the home defense has shown clear weaknesses they can exploit.

GA Godwin Anyanwu Handicap 1 (-2)odds 3.00 Lost

Based on the pre-match statistics and the players' current form, I'm confident in this outcome.

NO Nneka Obiora Double chance: X2odds 2.98 Lost

I see this as a toss-up. Both teams have been struggling with inconsistency, so there’s no clear edge for either side. I’m betting on a close, unpredictable match where either outcome feels equally likely.

DA Dele Adamu Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.06 Lost

Zalgiris Vilnius will comfortably defeat Petrovac. The home side are clearly the stronger team and I expect a dominant performance from start to finish.

MT Mercy Tanko Handicap 1 (-1)odds 1.52 Void

Žalgiris won the first match convincingly and are clearly the stronger side. Petrovac will have to open up and leave spaces, so I'm taking the hosts with a handicap.

YO Yusuf Oni Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.06 Lost

I'm betting Žalgiris Vilnius will win by exactly two goals. They have the attacking quality to break through and the defensive stability to keep the margin tight. This feels like a precise and confident outcome.

KI Kemi Ibe Team 2 under 0.5odds 1.82 Lost

I'm predicting a clean win for the hosts with no goals conceded by the visitors. The home team's defensive strength and offensive form give them a clear edge in this matchup. They've been solid at the back recently, and the visitors have struggled to score away from home. This combination makes a clean sheet victory the most likely outcome.

UO Uche Olaniyan Corners: Over 8.5odds 1.56 Lost

I'm backing over 9 corners. This bet easily hits.

YO Yemi Obi Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 1.96 Lost

I'm confident Žalgiris will catch their opponent on the counterattack as they're forced to open up. Their defensive discipline and quick transitions are tailor-made to exploit gaps left by a pressing opponent. This is a straightforward tactical edge that should pay off.

MM Michael Mohammed Both teams to score — Yesodds 2.02 Won

I expect the teams to play open football again in the second match, just as they did in the first. The pattern is clear, and I'm confident we'll see a similar attacking approach.

OS Obinna Sowole Handicap 1 (-2)odds 2.65 Lost

I'm backing the home side with a handicap. They play well at home, and I'm confident they'll cover.

TN Temitope Nwosu Both teams to score — Yesodds 2.02 Won

I predict that both teams will score and that a third goal will be added. The exchange of goals is highly likely, and I am confident the total will go over 2.5. This is my strong forecast for the match.

AW Amina Waziri Handicap 2 (1)odds 2.40 Void

I predict confidently that Petrovac will play correctly and with dignity in this match. They have what it takes to perform accurately and hold their own, earning a respectable result.

VA Victoria Ademola Team 1 over 1.5odds 1.44 Won

Montenegro completely collapsed at home, so away on artificial turf they're done for. I'm confidently expecting at least a couple of goals from Lithuania.

JG John Garba Over 1.5 (1st half)odds 2.52 Lost

I'm predicting that both teams will find the net in the first half of this match. The attacking momentum and defensive vulnerabilities on display suggest we won't have to wait long for goals. Back the over on first-half goals here.

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Žalgiris Vilnius vs Petrovac — odds