Kauno Žalgiris vs Beşiktaş prediction

THE FORECAST

The statistics are crystal clear: Žalgiris scored 0 goals and conceded 3 in this European campaign, while Beşiktaş records 5 clean sheets and 1.6 goals per match under Italiano's tactically organized team. The match load is comparable for both teams (3-4 days rest), but Beşiktaş clearly has more individual quality with massive summer signings such as Trossard, Kökçü and Ouattara. The moderate temperatures (max ~23°C, dry) present no obstacle to the intensity that Italiano's pressing style requires, which enables Beşiktaş to dominate in a controlled manner.