Riga FC overturned a two-goal deficit to beat Vardar Skopje 5-2 after extra time in the Europa Conference League qualifier. The home side looked dead and buried when they trailed 0-2 with just three minutes of normal time remaining, but a remarkable late surge forced extra time, where they ran away with the game.
On aggregate Riga FC advances · 8:4
Riga FC 5:2 Vardar Skopje — Match Report
First half0 - 1
- 19(Denial of a goal-scoring opportunity)
Second half1 - 1
- 56(Dangerous play)
- 66
Extra time4 - 0
- 91F. Cvetkovski
- 92
- 92
- 105 + 6(Foul)
Added time4 - 0
- (Dissent)
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTQuestions & Answers
Who will win, Riga FC vs Vardar Skopje?
CheckLive's model makes Riga FC the favourite, with a 63% win probability.
What is the predicted score?
CheckLive's model projects Riga FC 3:2 Vardar Skopje.
When is Riga FC vs Vardar Skopje?
Kick-off Tuesday 28 July at 18:00 UK time, in the UEFA Europa Conference League, Qualification Round 2.
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Head to Head meetings
Riga FC – Vardar Skopje
Riga FC
Vardar Skopje
- 2
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  2 | 0  |
Scored goals | 8 | 4 |
Average per game | 4 | 2 |
The biggest victory | 5-2 | 0 |
Form
Riga FC
- 5Matches
- 8Goals
- 1.6Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 2Draws
- 0Losses
Vardar Skopje
- 5Matches
- 8Goals
- 1.6Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 2Draws
- 0Losses
Best statistical picks
Riga FC – Vardar Skopje
Recent form favours Vardar Skopje to win
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.36 | 4.50 | 7.00 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Riga FC
Riga FC edge this Conference League qualifier after winning the first leg 3-2 away in Skopje. The Latvian side are in excellent form with four consecutive victories. Vardar have been inconsistent on the road. A 63% win-rate lean gives Riga the nod, though the tie remains delicately poised.
Home win — Riga FC1.36
High confidence62%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
61.4
57.8
CheckSkill
54.4
53.3
CheckMental
81.6
75.4
CheckLive total68.1 vs 59.3+8.8Riga FC: 62.3 + 5.8 for home advantage = 68.1
More match signals
Over 3.579%2.20
Over 4.577%3.75
Both teams to score — Yes77%1.80
Today's market odds.
All both teams to score predictions →Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the match between Riga FC and Vardar Skopje?
Riga FC are slight favorites to win, given their first-leg lead and current strong form with four straight victories.
Which team is in better form coming into this game?
Riga FC are in excellent form, having won four of their last five matches, while Vardar Skopje have been inconsistent with two wins in five.
Will both teams score in this Conference League qualifier?
Both teams scored in the first leg (3-2) and Vardar must attack to overturn the deficit, so both teams scoring again is likely.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.36 | 4.50 | 7.00 |