Serbia U21 vs Italy U21 tips and predictions

Parity beckons as unfancied hosts can share the spoils

This isn't a confident view but the short price for Italy U21 makes them a no-bet. Serbia U21 don't look likely to get the win but they might keep the visitors on their toes. Building on the strong rearguard performances of both sides, a goalless stalemate is the pick but it's certainly not something to get carried away with.

There have been some notable displays in defence by both sides. Creating something of a fortress at home, Serbia U21 have conceded only 1 goal in their last 3 matches, while Italy U21 have only conceded 0.5 goals per game on average in their last 4 away matches.

In previous matches in this head-to-head 2 of the last 3 have ended in parity.

If Italy U21 stamp their authority on the match they are likely to keep things tight at the back. In which case the BTTS No bet seems like a decent side bet.

Serbia U21 have drawn 5 of their last 15 matches, including their most recent match when they drew 1-1 with North Macedonia U21 in November. Italy U21 have drawn 8 of their last 19 matches on the road. To wrap this up there is nothing to like about the home or away win odds, so the draw is food for thought. Stalemate is the pick after what will probably be a close encounter.