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Expected score: Butel Skopje 25-29 Alkaloid
Butel Skopje host Alkaloid in a Superleague clash that looks heavily stacked in favour of the visitors. Alkaloid arrive as third-place contenders with a strong record, while Butel sit bottom of the table with just one point from seven games. This is a chance for fantasy league players to back a clear underdog or load up on Alkaloid's attacking talent.
Team form
Butel Skopje
Butel are in freefall. They've lost their last five games across the league and European competition, conceding 30.8 goals per game while managing just 25.2 at the other end. The loss to Vardar last time out (30–38) typifies their struggles — they competed but couldn't hold on. With one draw and six defeats from seven outings, they're looking at a long climb out of the basement.
Alkaloid
Alkaloid are the real deal. Six wins from seven games has them sitting third, and they're averaging 30.2 goals scored against 24.8 conceded. They beat Ferlach 31–22 in European competition and put 33 past Struga at home. Their only blip was a 24–26 loss to Ohrid, but they've bounced back with wins since. This is a team firing on all cylinders.
Head-to-head
No previous meetings between these sides in the available record, so we're starting fresh.
Key factors
The gulf in form is the headline here. Alkaloid's defence is tighter and their attack more prolific — they're outscoring Butel by 5 goals per game on average over their recent runs. Butel's inability to keep opponents out (conceding nearly 31 per game) will be tested by an Alkaloid side that knows how to put the ball in the net. Alkaloid's consistency and league position speak volumes; Butel need a spark they haven't found yet.
Prediction
Alkaloid should dominate this fixture. They're superior in every metric — league standing, recent results, scoring rate, and defensive solidity. Butel have the home advantage but little else in their favour right now. The visitors' attacking prowess and Butel's leaky defence point to a comfortable away victory. Fantasy players backing Alkaloid's attacking options should feel confident; those looking for a Butel upset will be disappointed.
Alkaloid are clear favourites and should secure the win. Expect the visitors to control the game and come away with a comfortable margin. This is a strong backing for Alkaloid in your fantasy lineup.
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| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 16 | |
| 2 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 15 | |
| 3 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 12 | |
| 4 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 11 | |
| 5 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 9 | |
| 6 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 8 | |
| 7 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 7 | |
| 8 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 5 | |
| 9 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 3 | |
| 10 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 3 | |
| 11 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 2 | |
| 12 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
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