Swedish side Kalmar have a deficit to turn around in their Europa Conference League qualifying second round clash with Pyunik Yerevan from Armenia, and they will have to do it away from home. 2-1 down from the first game last week, it's a big moment for the Swedish side, who are expected to still be in Europe past this stage.
Pyunik Yerevan Form GuideIt's been a strong European run so far for Pyunik as they have played three and won three in the Europa Conference League so far. Two wins against Trans in the first round were impressive, winning 2-0 at home in the first leg and then going one better in the second leg and winning 3-0 away from home to wrap things up in style.
They then won 2-1 against Kalmar away from home in the first leg of this tie. While they have the ability to mix things up against a side like Kalmar, going away from home and getting a win was certainly seen as a shock, and they will look to show it was no fluke by winning again here.
Kalmar Form GuideKalmar entered the competition at this stage, so lost their only game so far in Europe with their first leg defeat. But they have been playing regularly in Sweden, and are half way through their season. They are currently mid table and consistency has been the main reason for that, they've played well in parts, but not really done that in a long period.
They arrive here on the back of a defeat at home on Sunday, losing 2-0 to Goteborg, further adding to their troubles. However, given their inconsistencies, it is certainly the case that they are due a good performance, and it would come at just the right time if it was to come here.
Match PredictionPyunik hold the advantage after one game, but I'm going with a Kalmar win here. They've not been at their best recently, but with everything on the line, I think they'll come good and win away from home in Armenia.
