Cyprus vs Austria: World Cup Qualification Match Preview & Analysis

Fixture Overview

• Competition: FIFA World Cup Qualification (UEFA)
• Date & Time: November 16, 01:00 (GMT+8)
• Teams: Cyprus (€20.60m squad value) vs Austria (€216.20m squad value)

Key Statistical Insights

1. Team Value Disparity:Austria’s squad value (€216.20m) dramatically exceeds Cyprus’s (€20.60m), highlighting an enormous gap in player quality and resources.
2. AI Prediction Analysis:
   • Best Tip: Austria to Win (2) – Odds: 0.29, Rating: 10/10
   • Alternative: 1×2 Tip (Austria Win) – Odds: 0.29, Rating: 10/10
   • Total Goals: Under 3.5 – Odds: 0.48, Rating: 2/10
   • Both Teams To Score: No – Odds: 0.7, Rating: 1/10
   • Bet Builder Tip: X2 & Under 4.5 Goals – Odds: 0.31, Rating: 4/10
   • Score Prediction: Half-Time 0:0, Full-Time 0:1

Average Match Data

Based on the statistical chart:

• Total Goals: Cyprus 3.2 vs Austria 3.0
• Goals Scored: Cyprus 1.6 vs Austria 2.3
• Goals Against: Cyprus 1.6 vs Austria 0.7
• Possession: Cyprus 51% vs Austria 66%
• Total Shots: Cyprus 14 vs Austria 15
• Shots on Goal: Cyprus 5.1 vs Austria 6.4Austria demonstrates superior offensive and defensive metrics

Form Guide (Last 10 Matches)

• Wins: Cyprus 3 vs Austria 6
• Over 1.5 Goals: Cyprus 9 vs Austria 8
• Over 2.5 Goals: Cyprus 7 vs Austria 4
• Over 3.5 Goals: Cyprus 5 vs Austria 2
• Both Teams Scored: Cyprus 6 vs Austria 4
• Unexpected Results: None for either teamAustria shows significantly better recent form

Head-to-Head Record

• Historical Dominance: Austria leads 1W-0D-0L
• Recent Result:
  • Sep 6, 2025: Austria 1-0 CyprusAustria maintains perfect historical record

Tactical Analysis

• Austria: Expected to dominate possession (66% average), utilize technical superiority, and create numerous scoring opportunities. Excellent defensive record (0.7 goals against average) provides solid foundation.
• Cyprus: AI warning indicates “Cyprus no motivation!” – likely to struggle with form and morale. Significant underdogs based on squad value and recent performance.

Betting Recommendations

• Safest Bet: Austria to Win – 0.29 odds, 10/10 rating
• Alternative: Correct Score 0:1 – Strongly supported by AI prediction
• Value Bet: Under 3.5 Goals – 0.48 odds, 2/10 rating

Final Prediction

Cyprus 0-1 Austria

Austria’s superior squad value, statistical dominance across all categories, and historical advantage should secure a victory. Cyprus’s motivational issues and defensive vulnerabilities (1.6 goals against average) suggest they will struggle to contain Austria’s attacking pressure.