Shakhtyor Soligorsk and Maribor will be looking to advance to the second stage of the Champions League qualifiers when they face off at Stroitel Stadium in the second leg of their first-round tie on Wednesday night.
Shakhtyor Soligorsk managed to hold a goalless draw in the first leg at away last week, increasing their chances of advancing with a home win. However, with the scoreline Shakhtyor Soligorsk will need to trade carefully and prevent their visitors from scoring the first goal.
Meanwhile, Maribor produced an inspiring performance in the first leg but failed to find the back of the net, throwing away their home advantage in the process. Their chances of advancing to the next stage have declined, but not completely lost and they will attempt to score as many as they can to throw off the hosts.
Technically, both teams have equal chances of carrying the day with both being well rested since the first leg. However, will Shakhtyor will count on their rich experience in UEFA qualifiers to get the better of their visitors.
Soligorsk vs Maribor head to head
This will be there second encounter with the first coming last week in the first leg. Take a look at their previous results;
Home
- Maribor 0-0 Soligorsk
- Soligorsk 0-1 Belaz Zhodino
- Ostrovets 1-2 Soligorsk
- Arsenal Dzerzhinsk 1-2 Soligorsk
- Soligorsk 2-0 Vitebsk
Away
- Maribor 0-0 Soligorsk
- Maribor 1-1 Partizani Tirana
- Maribor 1-1 Tuzla City
- Maribor 2-2 Trnava
- Maribor 0-1 Shkendija Tetovo
Soligorsk team news
Soligorsk will be without Ruslan Khadarkevich due to injury, while Nikita Korzun is suspended.
Maribor team news
Maribor have no fresh injury or suspension concerns ahead of the fixture.
Prediction and odds
- Shakhtyor Soligorsk win
- Both sides to score
- Goals over 2.5
