Smouha vs Baladiyat El Mahalla tips and predictions

Hard to take sides in Premier League clash

There's not much between Smouha and Baladiyat El Mahalla in the Premier League. The hosts are in tenth place with 22 points, compared to their opponents who are in 13th place on 19 points.

This isn't a confident view but the short price for Smouha makes them a no-bet. Baladiyat El Mahalla don't look likely to get the job done but they might keep the hosts honest. Building on the strong rearguard performances of both sides, a goalless stalemate is the pick.

There have been some notable displays in defence by both sides. Establishing something of a fortress at home, Smouha have conceded only 2 goals in their last 5 matches, while Baladiyat El Mahalla have only conceded 0.7 goals per game on average in their last 3 away matches.

Smouha are decent favourites and it is possible they just don't give anything away. It isn't huge value but the No BTTS bet seems fair enough. And taking a look at the goal line, it's Under 3.5 Goals in this match considering the current odds.

Smouha have drawn 6 of their last 12 matches on their own soil. Also Baladiyat El Mahalla have drawn 6 of their last 18 away games. It isn't a very exciting prediction and it feels like a match to be nervous about and so the draw is certainly food for thought. A stalemate is on the cards after what could be a close encounter.