Scotland U21 vs Malta U21: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 October

Scotland U21

W L D D L

3rd place in Group B

2-1

17/10/2023 12:30

Malta U21

L L L L D

6th place in Group B

UEFA - EURO U21 Qualifying

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Scotland U21 vs Malta U21 on 17 October 2023 (kick-off: 12:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Scotland U21 vs Malta U21 preview before placing your bet.

Scotland U21 are currently 3rd with 16 points after 10 matches.
Malta U21 sit 6th with 0 points from 10 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Scotland U21 to win with probability 85%.

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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

12:30

2023-10-17

Scotland U21 vs Malta U21 - Prediction & Odds

Scotland U21

Malta U21

2023-10-17 12:30

STANDINGS UP TO 17/10/2023

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Spain U21	28	10	9	1	0	28	5	23
02 Belgium U21	19	10	6	1	3	13	6	7
03 Scotland U21	16	10	5	1	4	19	11	8
04 Hungary U21	16	10	5	1	4	12	8	4
05 Kazakhstan U21	9	10	3	0	7	13	24	-11
06 Malta U21	0	10	0	0	10	4	35	-31

Scotland U21 Last 6 matches

13/10/2023 14:00

Scotland U21 3 - 1 Hungary U21 UEFA U21Q

11/09/2023 15:00

Spain U21 1 - 0 Scotland U21 UEFA U21Q

18/06/2023 06:00

Scotland U21 1 - 1 Norway U21 INT FRL

15/06/2023 11:59

Norway U21 0 - 0 Scotland U21 INT FRL

26/03/2023 07:00

Wales U21 3 - 0 Scotland U21 INT FRL

23/03/2023 14:00

Scotland U21 2 - 3 Sweden U21 INT FRL

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Malta U21

13/10/2023 11:59

Malta U21 0 - 2 Belgium U21 UEFA U21Q

12/09/2023 11:45

Malta U21 0 - 3 Hungary U21 UEFA U21Q

08/09/2023 14:45

Malta U21 0 - 6 Spain U21 UEFA U21Q

20/06/2023 11:59

North Macedonia U21 4 - 0 Malta U21 INT FRL

27/03/2023 06:00

Malta U21 1 - 1 Slovakia U20 INT FRL

24/03/2023 09:00

Malta U21 1 - 2 Slovakia U20 INT FRL

Win

Draw

17%

Lost

83%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Played games

Scotland U21

Malta U21

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.40

Scored

Avg. per game

0.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

3.60

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (80%)1 (20%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

0 (0%)5 (100%)

Scotland U21

Recent matches

Malta U21

Under /Over

(100%)5 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)5 0(0%)

Under /Over

(40%)2 3(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(60%)3 2(40%)

Under /Over

(80%)4 1(20%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(80%)4 1(20%)

/Yes

(80%)4 1(20%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(0%)0 5(100%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Scotland U21

Malta U21

Shots

Scotland U21

Total shots

9.60 avg / game

Blocked

1 total

Avg. 1.00

Malta U21

Total shots

3.00 avg / game

Blocked

3 total

Avg. 1.50

Scotland U21 Pass Malta U21

Total passes

393

Avg. 393 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

585

Avg. 293 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

39%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Scotland U21

Played games

Malta U21

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.00

Clean sheets

0.00

5.20

Corners

1.40

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.60

Offsides

1.60

2.40

GK saves

4.40

Scotland U21

DISCIPLINARY

Malta U21

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.00

2.00

0.20

0.00

6.80

Fouls

10.00

3.80

Tackles

7.20

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How We Build the Scotland U21 vs Malta U21 Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Scotland U21 vs Malta U21 on 17 October 2023 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 UEFA - EURO U21 Qualifying 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.

Scotland U21 vs Malta U21 Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Scotland U21's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Malta U21'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.

UEFA - EURO U21 Qualifying 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 UEFA - EURO U21 Qualifying standings and the UEFA - EURO U21 Qualifying form table to understand exactly where Scotland U21 and Malta U21 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 UEFA - EURO U21 Qualifying predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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