Larne FC vs KAA Gent Prediction & Tips - Odds, H2H, and Preview

Key Stats

• Larne FC have scored 2 goals in their last 5 UECL matches whereas KAA Gent have scored 8 goals in their last 5 UECL matches.
• KAA Gent are unbeaten in their last 3 games across all competitions.
• Larne FC haven’t yet managed to win in the UEFA Europa Conference League.

Team Previews, Form and Standout Players

Larne FC come into this game in horrendous form. Across all the UEFA Europa Conference League matches that they have played in so far, they have picked up zero points, no surprises seeing them at the bottom of the table. Domestically, it is the same story back home in Northern Ireland, in the relegation qualification places of the NIFL Premiership standings. KAA Gent, on the other hand, are doing a whole lot better in comparison as they occupy fifth place in the Belgian Pro League. With Larne struggling so much, it could lead to an embarrassing score line this Thursday.

Larne FC Preview

Formation: 4-3-3

Predicted Line-Up: Rohan Ferguson; Levi Ives, Shaun Want, Sam Todd, Tomas Cosgrove; Chris Gallagher, Aaron Donnelly, Mark Randall; Andy Ryan, Paul O’Neil, Conor McKendry

Standouts:

• Chris Gallagher: Despite the team's poor form, Gallagher has been instrumental in Larne's limited goal-scoring opportunities.
• Aaron Donnelly: Midfield dynamo contributing both defensively and offensively, showing promise despite the team's struggles.

Larne FC have had the worst start to this year’s edition of the UEFA Europa Conference League, residing rock bottom in the table after five games. Zero wins have left them with zero points, with a goal difference of -12 having conceded 10 and managing to put the ball in the back of the net only twice. One of those goals was scored by Chris Gallagher, and the other was an own goal against St Gallen in a 1-2 defeat. If Larne can turn their fortunes around, Gallagher and Donnelly could be key players in their quest to escape the relegation zone.

KAA Gent Preview

Formation: 4-3-3

Predicted Line-Up: Davy Roef; Archie Brown, Stefan Mitrovic, Tsuyoshi Watanabe, Hugo Gambor; Mathias Delorge, Omri Gandelman, Sven Kums; Andrew Hjulsager, Franck Surdez, Momodou Lamin Sonko

Standouts:

• Omri Gandelman: With four goal contributions in five matches, Gandelman is pivotal to Gent's attacking prowess.
• Franck Surdez: Consistently delivering key plays and maintaining stability in the midfield.

Unlike their opponents, KAA Gent have had a decent start to the campaign. They sit in 13th place after five games, achieving three wins and two losses, which has left them with nine points. They are just one point away from the last available automatic Round of 16 spot. Midfielder Omri Gandelman has been a standout performer, contributing significantly to the team's goal tally. Gent will look to leverage his creativity to secure a crucial win this Thursday and climb higher up the standings.

Head To Head Stats: Larne FC vs KAA Gent

This is the first official match where these two teams have faced each other throughout history.

With all points on the line this Thursday, this game comes at the perfect time for Gent, who need to climb up the table with important points and goals. Larne, on the other hand, are massively struggling to put themselves on the scoresheet, making Gent favourites to dominate the match.

Betting Tips For Larne FC vs KAA Gent

KAA Gent realistically should be dominating this match from start to finish given Larne's current position and form. Omri Gandelman could potentially have another exciting game, swaying this tie in Gent's favour.

For that reason, our betting experts have gone with KAA Gent To Win Both Halves as the best value tip for this game.

• Odds: 23/20

A £10 bet has the potential to return up to £21.50 in this match.

(Odds subject to change)

Final Prediction

Larne FC 0-3 KAA Gent

Larne are a team without a win and just two goals to their name. We anticipate the in-form side of KAA Gent grabbing multiple goals and breezing past the Northern Irish club in this one.