Zurrieq vs Lija Athletic: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 08 January

Zurrieq

W W L W L

5th place in Malta First Division League

5 - 1

08/01/2023 14:00

Lija Athletic

W L D L D

11th place in Malta First Division League

Malta First Division League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Zurrieq vs Lija Athletic on 08 January 2023 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Zurrieq vs Lija Athletic preview before placing your bet.

Zurrieq will face Lija Athletic in Malta First Division League on January 8, 2023 at 14:00.
Zurrieq are currently 5th with 29 points after 17 matches.
Lija Athletic sit 11th with 20 points from 17 matches.

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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STANDINGS UP TO 08/01/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Sliema Wanderers FC	47	17	15	2	0	40	10	30
02 Naxxar Lions	41	17	13	2	2	40	15	25
03 Zejtun Corinthians	33	17	11	0	6	35	22	13
04 Tarxien Rainbows F.C	32	17	9	5	3	34	19	15
05 Zurrieq	29	17	9	2	6	33	28	5
06 Melita FC Saint Julian	26	17	7	5	5	29	22	7
07 Fgura United	25	17	7	4	6	41	25	16
08 Marsa	24	17	6	6	5	27	23	4
09 Swieqi United	24	17	6	6	5	33	31	2
10 St. Andrews	22	17	6	4	7	23	27	-4
11 Lija Athletic	20	17	5	5	7	28	32	-4
12 Attard	19	17	5	4	8	19	30	-11
13 San Gwann	18	17	5	3	9	20	34	-14
14 Marsaskala	15	17	4	3	10	28	39	-11
15 Mqabba FC	15	17	4	3	10	21	36	-15
16 Qrendi	14	17	3	5	9	19	36	-17
17 Mtarfa	14	17	4	2	11	11	28	-17
18 Vittoriosa Stars	10	17	3	1	13	14	38	-24

Zurrieq Last 6 matches

19/04/2026 00:15

Zurrieq 4 - 2 Mgarr United FC

Malta First Division League

12/04/2026 21:30

Santa Lucia 3 - 0 Zurrieq

Malta First Division League

02/04/2026 01:45

Zurrieq 2 - 1 Marsa

Malta First Division League

15/03/2026 20:00

Zurrieq 3 - 3 Zebbug Rangers

Malta First Division League

07/03/2026 22:30

Mtarfa 0 - 2 Zurrieq

Malta First Division League

05/03/2026 02:45

Zurrieq 1 - 1 Naxxar Lions

Malta Cup

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Lija Athletic

02/08/2025 23:00

Marsa 1 - 2 Lija Athletic

International Club Friendly

19/04/2025 19:00

Lija Athletic 0 - 6 Valletta FC

Malta AME cup

12/04/2025 20:00

Lija Athletic 3 - 0 Zebbug Rangers

Malta First Division League

06/04/2025 17:30

Senglea Athletic 1 - 1 Lija Athletic

Malta First Division League

30/03/2025 01:00

Lija Athletic 2 - 3 Fgura United

Malta First Division League

08/03/2025 20:00

Gudja United 0 - 1 Lija Athletic

Malta First Division League

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Malta First Division L...

Played games

Zurrieq

Lija Athletic

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.41

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.22

Scored

Avg. per game

1.82

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.93

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 27 matches

YesNo

18 (67%)9 (33%)

In last 27 matches

NoYes

22 (79%)6 (21%)

Zurrieq

Recent matches

Lija Athletic

Under /Over

(85%)23 4(15%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(86%)24 4(14%)

Under /Over

(56%)15 12(44%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(54%)15 13(46%)

Under /Over

(59%)16 11(41%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(57%)16 12(43%)

/Yes

(59%)16 11(41%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(68%)19 9(32%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Zurrieq

Lija Athletic

Shots

Zurrieq

Total shots

8.57 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Lija Athletic

Total shots

11.39 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

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Zurrieq Pass Lija Athletic

Total passes

—

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Accurate

—

Ball possession

—

Total passes

—

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TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Zurrieq

Played games

Lija Athletic

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.07

Clean sheets

0.14

3.70

100

Corners

3.50

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Zurrieq

DISCIPLINARY

Lija Athletic

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.93

2.04

0.07

0.14

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Zurrieq vs Lija Athletic Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Zurrieq vs Lija Athletic on 08 January 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 Malta First Division League 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.

Zurrieq vs Lija Athletic Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Zurrieq'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 First Division League 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 First Division League standings and the Malta First Division League form table to understand exactly where Zurrieq and Lija Athletic sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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