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>Latvia vs Cyprus Predictions, Picks & Odds – 28/09/2026
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Latvia enter this fixture desperate for a response after a sobering 0-2 defeat to Armenia in their Nations League opener. Paolo Nicolato handed five senior debuts in that match, highlighting the squad's transitional phase. Having barely survived relegation to League D through a play-off victory over Gibraltar in March 2026, confidence remains fragile. The home side managed just 0.8 goals per match across their last five outings, a worrying trend Nicolato must address.
Cyprus carry greater momentum despite their own opening-day setback, a 2-1 loss to Montenegro in which Marcus Edwards impressed on his competitive debut. Apostolos Mantzios welcomes Hector Kyprianou back into full training, bolstering his midfield options. Across their recent five fixtures, Cyprus have averaged 1.6 goals scored per match and collected two wins alongside a draw. Their sole previous meeting with Latvia ended 1-1 in a March 2024 friendly.
Cyprus demonstrated stronger recent competitive form heading into this fixture, averaging twice as many goals scored per match as Latvia across their last five outings. That attacking output, spearheaded by Marcus Edwards who found the net on his competitive debut against Montenegro, gives the visitors a genuine threat. Latvia, by contrast, managed just 0.8 goals per game in the same span and were shut out entirely by Armenia.
The double chance covering a draw or Cyprus victory looks the sharpest angle here. Latvia's squad is in transition, with five debutants featuring in the Armenia loss, and coach Paolo Nicolato may rotate further. Cyprus, while also beaten in their opener, showed they can score against decent opposition and will have Hector Kyprianou available again.
The solitary previous meeting between these sides ended level at 1-1 in a March 2024 friendly, reinforcing the notion that Latvia struggle to dominate Cyprus. Backing the X2 outcome at the draw price of 3.30 or the away price of 2.77 captures both realistic scenarios for a Cyprus side with more cohesion and cutting edge. Under 2.5 goals at N/A also merits consideration given both teams' defensive vulnerabilities. Odds correct at time of publication.
Trends to Know about Latvia vs Cyprus
- Cyprus average twice Latvia's goal output
- Latvia debuted five players last match
- Previous meeting ended in a draw
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Latvia vs Cyprus kicks off on 28 September 2026 at 17:00 BST.
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