Linfield FC and Nõmme Kalju played out a 2-2 draw in the first qualifying round of the UEFA Europa Conference League. The home side twice took the lead but were pegged back, and played the majority of the match with ten men after Ethan McGee was sent off.
On aggregate Nõmme Kalju advances · 2:3
Linfield FC 2:2 Nõmme Kalju — Match Report
First half1 - 1
- 12(Foul)
- 26(Violent conduct)
- 27
Second half1 - 1
- 62(Foul)
- 65(Foul)
- 90 + 2
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTQuestions & Answers
Who will win, Linfield FC vs Nõmme Kalju?
CheckLive's model makes Nõmme Kalju the favourite, with a 56% win probability.
What is the predicted score?
CheckLive's model projects Linfield FC 0:1 Nõmme Kalju.
When is Linfield FC vs Nõmme Kalju?
Kick-off Thursday 16 July at 19:45 UK time, in the UEFA Europa Conference League, Qualification Round 1.
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Head to Head meetings
Linfield FC – Nõmme Kalju
Linfield FC
Nõmme Kalju
- 0
Victories
- 1
Draws
- 1
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 1  |
Scored goals | 2 | 3 |
Average per game | 1 | 1.5 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0-1 |
Form
Linfield FC
- 5Matches
- 9Goals
- 1.8Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 2Draws
- 0Losses
Nõmme Kalju
- 5Matches
- 7Goals
- 1.4Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 1Draws
- 1Losses
Best statistical picks
Linfield FC – Nõmme Kalju
X2 hasn't lost in 4 of the last matches
Both teams scored in 6 of the last 7 matches
Nõmme Kalju opened the score in 5 of the last 6 matches
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.44 | 4.20 | 5.50 |
◆ CheckLive verdict
Slight edge — Nõmme Kalju
Nõmme Kalju hold a narrow but clear edge over Linfield, backed by a 56% win rate and their four-match unbeaten run. The Estonians also won the only previous meeting 1-0, while Linfield arrive on a three-game losing streak.
Under 2.51.80
Medium confidence61%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
45.4
56.3
CheckSkill
50.3
54.8
CheckMental
43.3
71.2
CheckLive total53 vs 58.6+5.6
More match signals
Away win — Nõmme Kalju71%5.50
Nõmme Kalju (DNB)70%3.75
Nõmme Kalju (−1)51%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win between Linfield and Nõmme Kalju?
Nõmme Kalju are the likely winners given their four-match unbeaten run and a 1-0 win over Linfield in the only prior meeting. Linfield have lost three in a row.
Are Nõmme Kalju the clear favorites?
Yes, Nõmme Kalju are the clear favorites. Their recent form (four unbeaten) and a head-to-head victory over Linfield give them the upper hand.
Will both teams score?
Probably not. The only previous clash finished 1-0 to Nõmme Kalju, and Linfield have scored only once in their last three matches.
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.44 | 4.20 | 5.50 |