The final fixture for Dinamo Minsk this season sees them travelling to face Panathinaikos. The Greek side have hit an excellent run of form, although the Belarusian team also tasted victory in their last European outing. The encounter in Athens is expected to feature a clear advantage in chances for the hosts, yet the visitors are likely to deliver solid defensive play.
Panathinaikos
Panathinaikos secured a fourth consecutive win across all competitions by edging out Levadiakos (1:0), maintaining an unbeaten streak since 7 November (eight matches). During this period, only twice have their games seen total over 2.5. They tend to avoid ramping up the tempo due to a deep defensive line. Last week, they managed to overcome New Saints away (2:0), generating 1.87 xG from open play. At one point, they started encountering issues with finishing against the Welsh side, taking 16 shots in total over 90 minutes.
Dinamo Minsk
In the same fifth round of fixtures, Dinamo Minsk narrowly defeated Larne (2:0), moving off the bottom of the Conference League table. In the Belarusian Premier League, which they have secured for the second consecutive year, the team have been the least thrilling — only eight of their 30 matches featured three or more goals. Away from home, the Belarusian side haven't won since 13 October, with a total over 2.5 occurring just once in six matches.
Panathinaikos vs Dinamo Minsk Prediction
A victory for Panathinaikos would inch them closer to the top eight, but Dinamo Minsk are determined to finish the year on a high note. We’ll bet on a minimal number of dangerous chances, as neither team is likely to take unnecessary risks.
