Zira vs Araz tips and predictions

Zira get ready to rumble with Araz

Zira are currently in fourth place as they seek to steal a march on ninth place Araz.

And Zira hold all the Aces ahead of this game.

If their latest matches are an indication of what's to come Zira are the form side. The hosts have logged 6 wins from 7 matches while the travelling side has been flattering to deceive at times. They've lost 7 of their last 8 matches, away and at home. Everything points to a further defeat here.

There's been a lot of flattering commentary about the home side's defence. Rightly so. They've employed effective tactics and they have conceded no more than once in 19 of their last 20 games. Couple that with the fact that the away side looks reluctant when under attack. In away matches Araz have conceded two or more goals in 9 of their last 10 campaigns. Reviewing some of these findings creates an encouraging scenario for the home side. They'll come into the match looking to pick holes in the visitors' defence.

The last time these two sides met was in February and Zira won with an entertaining 3-0 scoreline and they'll be seeking a repeat performance.

No one will be surprised if one of these sides tries to park the bus because of the favouritism for Zira. It's not a strong view but the odds-against for the Yes BTTS bet could be a fun little side bet.