Hearts (home)
- Hearts of Midlothian should not be underrated in the early betting for their home game against SK Rapid Wien on Thursday as the Jambos will be up for this UEFA Conference League qualifying clash, but the momentum is behind the visitors.
- Wouter Vrancken's men have won three, drawn one and lost six of their last 10 in all competitions, with the last two results a 4-0 home win over Dundee United and a 1-1 draw at home to Benfica.
- The Jambos' home record this term is two wins, one draw and one defeat in four games, and they are conceding few goals.
Rapid (away)
- Rapid have won nine and drawn one of their last ten in all competitions, which suggests momentum on their side.
- Rapid have won all four of their away games in all competitions and have scored 12 goals in total.
- Recent results include: A 1-4 win away to Paide Linnameeskond, a 1-2 win at SV Ried, and a 2-0 home victory over Paide.
Key Players
Ercan Kara , with three goals in two UEFA Conference League qualifiers this term , is the main threat Rapid have and will punish any loose defending by the Jambos.
Betting Insights
- Both teams to score at 1.58 looks a sharp angle given Hearts' press at home and Rapid's recent scoring form away.
- Rapid's five-game winning streak and perfect away record give them clear momentum heading into Tynecastle Park.
Prediction
- Back Rapid to edge this one based on their run of form and flawless away record.
- Consider both teams to score at 1.58 as a complementary market.