Russia U21 vs Iraq Prediction

Our pick for Russia U21 vs Iraq in Friendlies is Under 2.5 goals, with 76% confidence. Recent form: 4 of Russia U21's last 5 games went over 2.5 goals (2.6 goals per game in total), against 2 of 5 for Iraq (2.2 per game). Form on its own doesn't settle this one: 4 of the 10 recent games went under 2.5, which is worth keeping in mind before backing Under 2.5.

The two sides haven't met recently, so head-to-head history plays no part in this call. At 76%, most of the recent evidence lands on this side of the line, which makes it one of our stronger calls. Final score: 5-1. The pick lost.

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