Hibernians vs Marsaxlokk tips and predictions

Marsaxlokk hankering for success

On 34 Premier League points, sixth placed Hibernians host fourth placed Marsaxlokk. The visitors will be looking to increase the gap. Will they be adding to their 40 points?

Marsaxlokk can edge this clash but tread carefully with this assessment.

The hosts have not had things all their way in some of their latest showings. There have been a few rumours of issues with Hibernians's defence. They conceded two or more goals in 5 of their last 6 home matches which is a stat that will give fans of the visitors some confidence.

If you consider that Marsaxlokk have won their last 3 trips away you can see why they pose a threat to this home side. Their decent results have been made possible by their confidence in the final third. They've scored two or more goals in 7 of their last 10 away fixtures and if they're at their absolute best they can enjoy further success here. They've only conceded 2 times during their latest 6 away games so that might also prove significant. In a match-up that has split opinions, there is plenty of sense in supporting the visitors.

It's quite possible this is a match that will simply depend on which side is the first to open their account. It would be crazy to imply that the favourites are a dead-cert here. It's perfectly credible that the two sides cancel each other out in a battle of attrition. It's not difficult to see a clean sheet here. The No BTTS bet seems good.

The hosts come off a 3-1 defeat last Sunday against Mosta.