Ludogorets take on the visitors Shamrock Rovers in the first leg of quarterfinals of UEFA Champions League qualification. The match will be played on Tuesday, July 19th at Huvepharma Arena (Razgrad).
Ludogorets remains the undisputed No. 1 force in Bulgaria. "Orlite" formally have a history since 1945 - just look at their coat of arms. But in fact, the project in its current form was formed after the appearance of such a rich and ambitious owner as the billionaire Domuschiev. He bought the club in 2010, and already in 2012, having risen from the 2nd division, he became the champion for the first time - and has not given anyone the first place since then. For a long time already, the question of the success of the year has been considered through the prism of performances in European competitions, and participation in the main group round has already been considered as a "mandatory program". But in 2014 and 2016, it was possible to break into the Champions League to such a level. At other times, qualification did not work out. But now they started well: 2-0 at home, 1-0 in Montenegro.
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Shamrock Rovers may focus mainly on European competition in the second half of the year. The Hoops certainly have a lot of ambition in the domestic arena. In 2021, they took the 2nd consecutive championship title, and the 19th in history. And obviously not against reaching the anniversary "gold" in the fall. But we must pay tribute to the guys of Stefan Bradley, who by the middle of the summer managed not only to become 1st in the table, but also managed to form a comfortable ten-point lead over the closest pursuers, Dundalk and Derry City. Now you can throw all your strength into the Champions League. The first barrier was passed, and with a margin. The team from Ireland defeated Hibernians 3-0 at home. After that, they limited themselves to a draw in Malta, which was enough to proceed to the next round.
Ludogorets has been playing in European competitions not so long ago. And Shamrock Rovers only once reached the group stage, and then the Europa League. Not surprisingly, this fight will be the first ever between the Bulgarians and the Irish. Ludogorets are stronger, and the Irish traditionally do not shine on the road. We recommend betting that the hosts will win in Razgrad with a handicap of "-1.5 goals".
Prediction for the match: Ludogorets to win with -1.5 handicap.
