Stode vs Skelleftea tips and predictions

Stode looking to extend run

It won't be long after this gets underway before the home side establishes a firm foothold on proceedings. It's generally accepted that when these sides lock horns they will produce some goals.

On 16 Division 2 points, third placed Stode host eigth placed Skelleftea. The visitors will be looking to close the gap. Will they be adding to their 10 points?

The short price for the home side isn't great value but Skelleftea are unlikely to have much ambition.

The hosts have got 9 wins under their belt from their last 12 home games. By contrast, the visitors have lost 2 of their last 3 matches. Another defeat beckons for them here.

This home side is in a purple patch at their own ground. Stode have scored three or more goals in 6 of their recent 9 home matches.

There have been performances where Skelleftea have lost their shape and they haven't had a solid platform near their 18-yard line. They have conceded three or more goals in 4 of their last 10 matches. And their problems aren't exclusive to their defensive third. At times the visitors have stuttered to put away their chances. They've been goalless in 4 of their last 8 away matches.

Most observers believe that both sides can get in on the act despite the favouritism for Stode. Whatever happens, with the odds-against price on BTTS No, that makes more sense this time around.