Hamrun Spartans vs Lija Athletic: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 13 January

Hamrun Spartans

W W W W L

No standing data

3-0

13/01/2024 14:00

Lija Athletic

W W W L L

No standing data

Malta Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Hamrun Spartans vs Lija Athletic on 13 January 2024 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Hamrun Spartans vs Lija Athletic preview before placing your bet.

Our algorithm prediction: Hamrun Spartans to win with probability 79%.
Head-to-head history favors Hamrun Spartans, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Lija Athletic have no wins, while 3 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

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Pred

Correct

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Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:00

2024-01-13

Hamrun Spartans vs Lija Athletic - Prediction & Odds

Hamrun Spartans

Lija Athletic

2024-01-13 14:00

STANDINGS UP TO 13/01/2024

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Hamrun Spartans and Lija Athletic in the Malta Cup football standings for the 2023-2024 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

04/12/2020 11:59

Lija Athletic

2 - 2

Hamrun Spartans

MAL D1

13/04/2018 13:00

Hamrun Spartans

1 - 1

Lija Athletic

MAL D1

25/11/2017 09:00

Lija Athletic

1 - 5

Hamrun Spartans

MAL D1

20/03/2016 11:15

Hamrun Spartans

0 - 0

Lija Athletic

MAL D2

06/12/2015 11:15

Lija Athletic

2 - 4

Hamrun Spartans

MAL D2

27/04/2014 12:15

Hamrun Spartans

3 - 2

Lija Athletic

MAL D2

Hamrun Spartans

50%

Draw

50%

Lija Athletic

Hamrun Spartans Last 6 matches

06/01/2024 09:00

Hamrun Spartans 1 - 0 Floriana F.C. MAL D1

17/12/2023 09:00

Santa Lucia 1 - 3 Hamrun Spartans MAL D1

13/12/2023 09:00

Hamrun Spartans 2 - 1 Gzira United MAL D1

08/12/2023 10:00

Hamrun Spartans 4 - 0 Birkirkara FC MAL SC

02/12/2023 09:00

Birkirkara FC 3 - 0 Hamrun Spartans MAL D1

25/11/2023 11:15

Marsaxlokk FC 0 - 1 Hamrun Spartans MAL D1

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Lija Athletic

06/01/2024 11:30

Lija Athletic 4 - 1 Zejtun Corinthians MAL D2

17/12/2023 09:00

Attard 2 - 3 Lija Athletic MAL D2

12/12/2023 15:20

Kirkop United 1 - 2 Lija Athletic MAL Cup

08/12/2023 06:00

Lija Athletic 2 - 3 Melita FC Saint Julian MAL D2

02/12/2023 11:30

Fgura United 3 - 0 Lija Athletic MAL D2

26/11/2023 11:30

St. Patrick FC 1 - 0 Lija Athletic MAL D2

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Malta Cup

Played games

Goals

Scored

398

Avg. per game

1.69

Conceded

200

Avg. per game

0.85

Scored

175

Avg. per game

1.39

Conceded

247

Avg. per game

1.96

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 236 matches

YesNo

190 (81%)46 (19%)

In last 236 matches

NoYes

87 (69%)39 (31%)

Hamrun Spartans

Recent matches

Lija Athletic

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(22%)10 35(78%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

/Yes

(38%)17 28(62%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Hamrun Spartans

Lija Athletic

Shots

Hamrun Spartans

Total shots

10.25 avg / game

Blocked

27 total

Avg. 2.25

Lija Athletic

Total shots

8.80 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Hamrun Spartans Pass Lija Athletic

Total passes

3038

Avg. 217 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Hamrun Spartans

236

Played games

Lija Athletic

126

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.45

107

Clean sheets

0.16

5.18

1223

Corners

432

3.43

0.85

200

Throw-ins

0.00

0.32

Offsides

0.00

1.21

285

GK saves

0.00

Hamrun Spartans

DISCIPLINARY

Lija Athletic

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.03

479

253

2.01

0.12

0.13

2.03

480

Fouls

0.00

0.47

110

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

No upcoming matches.

How We Build the Hamrun Spartans vs Lija Athletic Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Hamrun Spartans vs Lija Athletic on 13 January 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Malta Cup fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Hamrun Spartans vs Lija Athletic Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Hamrun Spartans's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Lija Athletic's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Malta Cup Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Malta Cup standings and the Malta Cup form table to understand exactly where Hamrun Spartans and Lija Athletic sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Malta Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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