World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: Croatia vs Montenegro

Croatia host Montenegro in this World Cup qualifying meeting at Stadion Maksimir, with kick-off set for 02:45 on Tuesday 9 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Side With Croatia to Land a Big Win

An Asian Handicap bet on Croatia -1.75 at odds of 1.91 means we need a victory by more than two goals for a full payout. The stake will be split between -1.5 and -2.0 when the favourites take on Montenegro and we’re expecting a big win.

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Croatia Looking to Build on Previous Win

Croatia got the win in their last game. It was away from home where Faroe Islands were beaten 1-0 at Torsvoellur Stadium in the World Cup qualifier. Zlatko Dalic's side recorded nine shots on target and boasted 67% possession, with the winning goal scored by Andrej Kramaric in the 31st minute.

Montenegro lost their previous game, being beaten at home to Czech Republic by a 2-0 World Cup qualifying scoreline at Stadion Pod Goricom. The Brave Falcons had 48% possession and recorded six shots on goal.

Europe World Cup Qualification		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Croatia	3	3	0	0	13	1	12	13:1	9
3	Montenegro	4	2	0	2	4	5	-1	4:5	6

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Croatia – Last 10 Competitive Games

Croatia have 6 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws, averaging 2.6 goals from 6.5 shots on goal and 14.3 attempts. The Chequered Ones have averaged 52.9% possession and 5.8 corners per match, conceding 1.4 goals and 5.4 corners from 3.9 shots on goal and 11.1 attempts.

Top goalscorer Andrej Kramaric has found the net 6 times, with Ivan Perisic and Ante Budimir scoring 3 each. Ivan Perisic is the leading assists maker with 4, while goalie Dominik Livakovic has 4 clean sheets.

Montenegro – Last 10 Competitive Games

Montenegro have 3 victories and 7 defeats, averaging 12.1 attempts, 4.5 shots on goal and 0.8 goals. Robert Prosinecki's side average 49.4% possession, 5.6 corners in their favour and 5.6 corners against, while 1.4 goals have been conceded from 4.8 shots on goal and 12.8 attempts.

Nikola Krstovic is top of the team’s scoring charts with 3, while Edvin Kuc, Stevan Jovetic, Adam Marusic and Marko Tuci have 1. Look no further than Marko Jankovic for the top assist maker (2) in the last 10 games.

Croatia vs Montenegro Prediction & Betting Tips

Get the full betting picture for Croatia vs Montenegro, including our expert match prediction, likely scoreline, key corners pick, must-watch player props and a tailored bet builder ready to use.

Match Prediction

Croatia should finish well clear of their opponents and we’re playing the -1.75 on the Asian Handicap. It means that tempting betting odds of 1.91 are available for this World Cup qualifying clash.

Understanding the injured players situation proves useful when assembling football picks. Once we’ve also considered the form guide, we use the latest stats and provide World Cup qualifying betting predictions.

Key Croatia vs Montenegro stats:

The -1.75 line has been covered by Croatia in 3 of their last 5 games.
The -1.75 line has been covered by Croatia in 2 consecutive games at home.
The +1.75 line hasn’t been covered by Montenegro in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
The +1.75 line hasn’t been covered by Montenegro in 2 consecutive games.

Croatia -1.75 Probability

According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 52.4% chance of winning. However, our tipsters have this number closer to 60% based on their in-depth research. This is why we can recommend this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Croatia

3 - 0 Montenegro logo

Montenegro

We’re predicting Croatia to land a 3-0 victory and this is available at 6.40. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Ivan Perisic Over 0.5 Shots On Target

Ivan Perisic (Croatia) has had at least one shot on goal in back-to-back home matches. We’ve decided to back him on the Overs for Shots on Target, with this line looking attractive at odds of 1.68.

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Andrej Kramaric to Score

Andrej Kramaric (Croatia) has scored at least one goal in three straight matches. We’re content to land the 2.40 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he features on the scoresheet.

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Corners Prediction

Over 9.5 Corners

The 9.5 Total Corners line has been covered in five straight Montenegro away games, with the previous five Croatia matches averaging 13.40 corners. The Total Corners line looks too low and we’re happy to go over this number at odds of 1.98.

Competitive Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Croatia

Total

11.20 5.80 5.40

Home

9.20 4.70 4.50

Away

11.20 6.10 5.10

Montenegro

Total

11.20 5.60 5.60

Home

9.20 5.70 3.50

Away

9.80 4.10 5.70

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Croatia -1.75

Total Goals Over 2.5

Shots On Target Ivan Perisic Over 0.5

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Croatia vs Montenegro Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Running Scared of Croatia Win

According to the betting odds, Croatia are major 1.18 favourites with the bookies to triumph and that means a 85% chance of winning this World Cup qualifying clash. If you want to wager on the underdog, Montenegro have been priced up at 15.00.

There’s a nice alternative in the form of the Half-Time Result market. This allows you to back Croatia at 1.60 to lead at the break or alternatively opt for Montenegro at 10.00. The draw is the third option at 2.85.

If you’re anticipating a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds. As long as one team or more fails to score, then the No option on the Both Teams to Score market will pay out at 1.52.

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Full-Time Result

Half-Time Result

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Asian Handicap

Total Goals

Both Teams to Score

Ante Budimir is the First Goalscorer Favourite

Ante Budimir is priced at 4.20 when it comes to First Goalscorer which makes him the favourite, while he’s also available at odds of 2.05 to find the net anytime.

Player Goals

Ante Budimir (Croatia)

Andrej Kramaric (Croatia)

Toni Fruk (Croatia)

Ivan Perisic (Croatia)

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Player Shots On Target

Toni Fruk (Croatia)

Ivan Perisic (Croatia)

Lovro Majer (Croatia)

Luka Modric (Croatia)

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Last 5 Games

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Team Stats

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

Croatia Stats

Montenegro Stats

Full-Time Result

6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

3 wins and 7 defeats in the previous 10 matches
2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

An average of 2.60 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.00 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
An average of 4.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

An average of 5.80 corners awarded and 5.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.50 corners against in the last 10 home matches
An average of 11.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 9.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

An average of 5.60 corners awarded and 5.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 4.10 corners awarded and 5.70 corners against in the last 10 away matches
An average of 11.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 9.80 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

An average of 52.90% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 56.50% possession in the last 10 home matches
Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

An average of 49.40% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 42.40% possession in the last 10 away matches
Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 1 of the last 10 away matches

Croatia vs Montenegro Lineups & Team News

Stay informed and review the Croatia vs Montenegro team news before placing your bets. Expect the confirmed World Cup qualifying lineups and all current injury developments from us.