Dynamo Kyiv vs RB Salzburg Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Play-off

Die Roten Bullen to face formidable opponent in the form of Ukrainian giants Kyiv.

FC Dynamo Kyiv found themselves finishing second in the Ukrainian Premier League last season, narrowly missing out on the championship to Shakhtar Donetsk. Dynamo Kyiv were merely a victory away from being crowned champions of the Ukrainian Premier League. However, with their commendable performance, they secured a coveted spot to compete in the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League qualifying rounds.

Dynamo Kyiv decisively overcame Partizan in the UEFA Champions League second qualifying round, utterly dismantling their opponents with an aggregate score of 9-2. In their most recent UEFA Champions League qualifying round, they encountered formidable adversaries in the form of Rangers, who posed a significant challenge. Nevertheless, Dynamo Kyiv adeptly neutralized the threat.

After a 1-1 stalemate in the first leg, they proceeded to vanquish a 10-man Rangers squad in the second leg with a commanding 2-0 victory. Thus far in the Ukrainian Premier League this season, Dynamo Kyiv have triumphed in both of their fixtures and are level on points with the table-topping Oleksandriya. They will now be keen to assert a commanding lead as they face RB Salzburg in the forthcoming UEFA Champions League first leg of the playoff.

Red Bull Salzburg (RB Salzburg) currently find themselves atop the Austrian Bundesliga table, having secured three victories in their opening fixtures of the new season. As the reigning Austrian Bundesliga table toppers, they demonstrated their dominance last season by amassing 50 points in just 22 matches, suffering a mere two defeats throughout the entire regular season. In the third qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League, Salzburg edged past their opponents in a thrilling, goal-laden affair, emerging victorious with a 5-4 aggregate.

Their most recent triumph came against LASK, where they secured a narrow victory. Now, they face a formidable challenge in the form of Dynamo Kyiv, the Ukrainian giants who are resolute in their quest to progress to the next round. Despite the adversities and struggles faced by the Ukrainian outfit, they have proven themselves as one of the most resilient sides in Europe.

This upcoming fixture promises to be a goal-frenzy affair, with both teams possessing an insatiable appetite for goals and equally competitive spirits. RB Salzburg will aim to ensure they head into the second leg with a decisive lead, while Dynamo Kyiv, despite being displaced from their homeland and playing in Poland, will be eager to capitalize on their home-ground advantage and solidify their position in the tie.

Kick-Off:

Thursday, 22 August 2024 at 12:30 AM IST

Location: Lublin Arena, Lublin, Poland

Form:

Dynamo Kyiv (in all competitions): W-W-W-D-W

RB Salzburg (in all competitions): W-D-W-W-W

Players to watch:

Vladyslav Vanat (Dynamo Kyiv)

Vladyslav Vanat, the 5’11” centre-forward, hails from Kamianets-Podilskyi and is a product of the Kamianets-Podilskyi, and FC Dynamo Kyiv academy. He made his debut for Dynamo Kyiv in the Ukrainian Premier League against Kolos Kovalivka. During a brief loan spell at Chornomorets Odesa, he netted three goals in 17 matches.

To date, Vanat has made 53 appearances for Dynamo Kyiv, scoring 26 goals—a commendable average of nearly one goal every two matches. Additionally, he has been a regular feature for the Ukrainian national setup, having made over 15 appearances for the Under-16, Under-17 and Under-21 teams. The player has earned five caps for the senior squad.

Vanat played a crucial role in Dynamo Kyiv’s successful 2021 campaign, where they won both the Ukrainian Cup and the Ukrainian Premier League. Last season, he claimed the prestigious title of the Ukrainian Premier League’s top goalscorer, while also being named Player of the Month for December, February and March of 2024. As Dynamo Kyiv prepares to face RB Salzburg in the next round of the UEFA Champions League, Vanat will undoubtedly be an indispensable asset for the Ukrainian giants as they aim to advance further in the competition.

Petar Ratkov (RB Salzburg)

The towering 6-foot-4-inch centre-forward from Serbia and Montenegro began his footballing journey with TSC. There he made 76 appearances and netted 16 goals. In 2023, he secured a move to Red Bull Salzburg.

Since then, he has accumulated 26 appearances and five goals. Ratkov, who boasts a mixed Bulgarian and Croatian heritage, made the significant decision to decline a call-up from the Bulgarian national team, opting instead to represent Serbia. His prowess on the field earned him a spot in Serbia’s squad for UEFA Euro 2024.

Ratkov was also recognized as the Player of the Week in the Serbian Super League during the 2022-23 season, round 36. To date, he has made a single appearance for the Serbian national team. Donning the jersey number 21 for Red Bull Salzburg, Ratkov will be a pivotal asset when his side faces the Ukrainian giants in the UEFA Champions League playoff.

His imposing 6-foot-4-inch frame provides a distinct advantage, making him a formidable threat, particularly during set-pieces and corners. The responsibility to deliver goals will rest heavily on his shoulders as Salzburg seeks to progress further in the competition.

Match facts:

• Dynamo Kyiv won four of their last five matches.
• RB Salzburg also won four games in their last five matches.
• RB Salzburg are coming after a slender win over LASK.

Dynamo Kyiv vs RB Salzburg: Betting Tips and Odds:

• Tip 1: RB Salzburg to win the match.
• Tip 2: Both teams to score.
• Tip 3: Goals over 2.5

Injury and team news:

Dynamo Kyiv are set to miss the presence of Maksym Dyachuk and Volodymyr Shepelev in the upcoming fixture.

Salzburg’s list of absentees include Fernando, Karim Konate, Dijon Kameri and Leandro Morgalla.

Head-to-head:

This will be the first time when these two sides lock horns against each other in the UEFA Champions League. This could be the first of the many encounters between these two sides.

Predicted lineup:

Dynamo Kyiv predicted lineup (4-1-4-1) :

Bushchan (GK); Tymchyk, Bilovar, Mykhavko, Vivcharenko; Andriyevsyi; Voloshyn, Pikhalyonok, Lonwijk, Kabayev; Vanat

RB Salzburg Prague predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Blaswich (GK); Van der Brempt, Piatkowski, Baidoo, Terzic; Capaldo, Diambou, Kjaergaard; Daghim, Ratkov, Dorgeles

Match prediction for Dynamo Kyiv vs RB Salzburg :

Both teams are equally competitive to get the better of each other. We expect RB Salzburg to emerge victorious by a slender margin in a goal-frenzy encounter.

Prediction: Dynamo Kyiv 2-3 RB Salzburg

Telecast for Dynamo Kyiv vs RB Salzburg :

India: Dynamo Kyiv Youtube Channel

UK: Premier Sports

USA: CBS

Nigeria: SuperSport

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