Istanbul Bashaksehir aims to return to the groups. They have been unbeaten since the beginning of the season in all tournaments. However, in the first match in Ireland, they could not show what they are capable of and only managed a goalless draw. Now they have to prove that they are the better team in the home leg, after easily eliminating two opponents in the tournament before.
Saint Patrick's has also eliminated two teams so far, which is a worthy achievement. They have never played in the groups and it would be a serious feat if they reach them. They are unbeaten in seven consecutive matches in all tournaments. After not conceding a goal and winning twice with 1-0 against Sabah in the previous round, they managed to keep a clean sheet against Bashaksehir, but it is clear that in Istanbul this will be much more difficult.
Prediction: Bashaksehir to win and under 3.5 goalsI expect Istanbul Bashaksehir to show that they are the better team. Saint Patrick's may mainly defend and it would not be a surprise if they do not score a goal, but I also do not expect them to concede too many goals.
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