Rīgas FS vs Glentoran preview

Europe flag 2026/2027 Europa Conference League, Europe
Thu, 16 Jul - 4:30 PM
Europa Conference League
Rīgas FS Rīgas FS
Glentoran Glentoran
KICKOFF : Thu, 16 Jul - 4:30 PM
1st Qualifying Round Leg 2 of 2 Aggregate : 2 - 1

CONTEXT

Rīgas FS host Glentoran in the second leg of their Europa Conference League first qualifying round tie. The Latvian side enter with a 2-1 aggregate advantage after a 2-1 win away in the first leg seven days ago. Both teams register identical power scores of 50, indicating a balanced underlying strength profile despite the scoreline. Rīgas FS hold a form score of 50 while Glentoran sit at 0, suggesting a recent edge in match readiness for the home side. The venue is listed as N/A, placing emphasis on tactical execution rather than home comforts. Limited data exists on set-piece metrics and efficiency indicators, with proxies applied due to low availability. The stronger team designation falls to Rīgas FS based on the overall assessment. This encounter offers a chance to observe how the aggregate lead influences approach and whether Glentoran can mount a response.

TL;DR

  • Structural: Both teams hold equal power scores of 50 with Rīgas FS designated the stronger side.
  • Form: Rīgas FS register a form score of 50 compared to Glentoran's score of 0.
  • Squad: Squad depth details remain unavailable for either side ahead of the fixture.
  • Efficiency: Efficiency metrics are not provided for Rīgas FS or Glentoran.
  • Transition: Transition play data is unavailable in the current match preview.
  • Set pieces: Set-piece analysis carries low confidence and relies on proxy data for both teams.
  • xVariable: Power advantage stands at zero points between the two sides.
  • Market: Rīgas FS 63.3% (Δ+0%) | Draw 20.4% (Δ+0%) | Glentoran 16.3% (Δ+0%).
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
Jan 25 vs Team A
Feb 1 vs Team B
Feb 8 vs Team C
Rīgas FS Rīgas FS
Rīgas FS
VS
Glentoran Glentoran
Glentoran
3
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
0
3 i
Last 6 Opponents
Glentoran Rank: 53 W
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
0 i
Last 6 Opponents
Rīgas FS Rank: L
1
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
1 - 0 - 0
0
No sidelined player data available.

Win Probabilities

Live Win Probability (90 Min)
Home Rīgas FS
63.29%
Draw
20.44%
Away Glentoran
16.28%

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power score: composite of opponent-weighted form (last 6 & 20 games) and league position over last 3 seasons.
50
50
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Rīgas FS
Glentoran
Power Score
50
50
League Position
-
-
Global Rank
-
-

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

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vs
Rīgas FS — Opponent-weighted form score
Glentoran — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Rīgas FS Glentoran

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 1 match between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

Rīgas FS Rīgas FS Home
1 matches
Glentoran Glentoran Away
Match Record
1
Wins
0
0
Draws
0
0
Losses
1
Goals
2
Goals Scored
1
1
Goals Conceded
2
+1
Goal Difference
-1
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0

Data last updated: 2026-07-14T00:03:08+00:00

General Information

Date & Time
Jul 16, 2026, 04:30 PM
Competition
2026/2027 Europa Conference League, Europe · 1st Qualifying Round · Leg 2 of 2 · Aggregate : 2 - 1
Stadium
,
Capacity
N/A
Pitch Surface
N/A
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Peiman Simani
Christian De Casseres
Samu Koskinen
Joni Hyytiä

Squad

Referee : Peiman Simani

Squad ▼

35
Marko Marić
Marko Marić Goalkeeper
16
Jevgēņijs Nerugals
Jevgēņijs Nerugals Goalkeeper
1
Rihards Matrevics
Rihards Matrevics Goalkeeper
13
Sergejs Vilkovs
Sergejs Vilkovs Goalkeeper
23
Herdi Prenga
Herdi Prenga Defender
11
Roberts Savaļnieks
Roberts Savaļnieks Defender
6
Aleksandar Filipović
Aleksandar Filipović Defender
43
Žiga Lipušček
Žiga Lipušček Defender
4
Roberts Veips
Roberts Veips Defender
5
Niks Sliede
Niks Sliede Defender
99
Shina Kumater
Shina Kumater Defender
10
Jānis Ikaunieks
Jānis Ikaunieks Midfielder
26
Stefan Panić
Stefan Panić Midfielder
49
Mārtiņš Ķigurs
Mārtiņš Ķigurs Midfielder
27
Matheus dos Santos Clemente
Matheus dos Santos Clemente Midfielder
18
Dmitrijs Zelenkovs
Dmitrijs Zelenkovs Midfielder
30
Haruna Rasid Njie
Haruna Rasid Njie Midfielder
81
Strahinja Rakić
Strahinja Rakić Midfielder
66
Modou Saidy
Modou Saidy Midfielder
22
Darko Lemajić
Darko Lemajić Attacker
77
Gauthier Mankenda
Gauthier Mankenda Attacker
17
Alain Cedric Herve Kouadio
Alain Cedric Herve Kouadio Attacker
8
Lasha Odisharia
Lasha Odisharia Attacker
70
Mor Talla Gaye
Mor Talla Gaye Attacker
7
Ismael Diomandé
Ismael Diomandé Attacker
3
Victor Uchechukwu Osuagwu
Victor Uchechukwu Osuagwu Attacker
24
Mikaze Nagasawa
Mikaze Nagasawa Attacker
15
Rostand Ndjiki
Rostand Ndjiki Attacker
—
Mamadou Sylla
Mamadou Sylla Attacker
20
Kingsley Udukwu Emenike
Kingsley Udukwu Emenike Attacker
Referee : Peiman Simani

Squad ▼

1
Andrew Mills
Andrew Mills Goalkeeper
31
Billy Crellin
Billy Crellin Goalkeeper
33
Lorcan Donnelly
Lorcan Donnelly Goalkeeper
2
Ryan Cooney
Ryan Cooney Defender
3
Marcus Kane
Marcus Kane Defender
27
James Singleton
James Singleton Defender
26
Jarlath O'Rourke
Jarlath O'Rourke Defender
20
Daniel Larmour
Daniel Larmour Defender
4
Zeno Ibsen Rossi
Zeno Ibsen Rossi Defender
24
Owen O'Neill
Owen O'Neill Defender
41
Ciaran Rogers-Duffy
Ciaran Rogers-Duffy Defender
10
Jordan Stewart
Jordan Stewart Midfielder
8
Aaron McEneff
Aaron McEneff Midfielder
12
Gregory Sloggett
Gregory Sloggett Midfielder
5
Joshua Kelly
Joshua Kelly Midfielder
6
Joseph Thomson
Joseph Thomson Midfielder
17
Liam Burt
Liam Burt Midfielder
29
Jack Malone
Jack Malone Midfielder
21
Charlie Lindsay
Charlie Lindsay Midfielder
44
James Douglas
James Douglas Midfielder
9
Patrick Hoban
Patrick Hoban Attacker
11
Joshua Daniels
Joshua Daniels Attacker
7
Ross Clarke
Ross Clarke Attacker
14
Nathaniel Ferris
Nathaniel Ferris Attacker
30
Jordan Jenkins
Jordan Jenkins Attacker
25
Ben Gallagher
Ben Gallagher Attacker
23
Rhyas Walsh
Rhyas Walsh Attacker
47
Casey Smyth
Casey Smyth Attacker
35
Cal Weatherup
Cal Weatherup Attacker
45
Jude Johnson
Jude Johnson Attacker

CONCLUSION

Rīgas FS carry a narrow aggregate lead into this second leg and will look to manage the game through structured play while exploiting their form advantage. Glentoran must find a way to overcome the deficit without the benefit of recent positive results. Equal power scores suggest the contest could remain tight if both sides execute their plans effectively. Limited insight into efficiency and transition elements means the match may hinge on in-game adjustments rather than pre-set metrics. Set-piece opportunities could prove decisive given the absence of detailed xG breakdowns. The home side's designation as stronger team aligns with their current standing in the tie. Observers can expect a measured approach from Rīgas FS aimed at protecting their lead while Glentoran search for openings to force extra time or a turnaround.