The Slovenian PrvaLiga presents an intriguing contest as Aluminij host Olimpija Ljubljana at Kidričevo Sports Park on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at 18:15 UTC. Both teams will be eager to solidify their standing early in the campaign, and with their respective records, this fixture promises attacking action and goals at both ends.
Aluminij vs Olimpija Ljubljana
These sides have developed a competitive rivalry in the Slovenian top flight. Across 41 previous encounters, Olimpija Ljubljana have the upper hand, securing 26 wins compared to Aluminij’s 9, with 3 draws. Their meetings average 3.27 goals per match, indicating open play and attacking football.
In the most recent head-to-heads, despite Olimpija’s dominance, both teams have shown the ability to score when they meet. The BTTS (Both Teams To Score) rate in their clashes is approximately 44%, with many past games featuring multiple goals from both sides.
Aluminij average just under a goal per match (0.95), while Olimpija Ljubljana boast nearly 2 goals per game (1.90) over recent seasons, both suggesting capacity for BTTS outcomes.
Recent Form and Statistics
- Aluminij: After earning promotion back to the PrvaLiga, Aluminij have been finding their footing, typically showing stronger form at home. Their previous fixtures show an uptick in attack but also defensive vulnerabilities, especially when facing top-half opposition.
- Olimpija Ljubljana: One of Slovenia’s historical powerhouses, Olimpija typically play open football, averaging 1.9 goals per match this season. Their away fixtures frequently result in high-scoring games, with 81% of their recent matches going over 1.5 total goals and 59% over 2.5 goals in the previous campaign.
- Head-to-Head: Recent meetings often feature at least two goals, and while three most recent encounters did not see both teams score, the overall history leans toward open games. Over 62% of their head-to-heads end with “Over 2.5 Goals,” and both sides generally create chances.
Betting Markets and Odds
The odds for both teams to score (“BTTS Yes”) are set around 1.70–1.80, reflecting bookmakers’ confidence in offensive production from both sides. Previous stats suggest value in this market, especially considering each team’s attacking tendencies and early-season motivation to make an offensive statement.
What is the Prediction?
Given each club’s patterns, offensive intent, and the high-scoring nature of their matches, the prediction for this fixture is BTTS (Both Teams to Score): Yes. Aluminij’s home support and Olimpija’s attacking quality increase the likelihood of both teams finding the net in a potentially entertaining encounter.
Summary
Match: Aluminij vs Olimpija Ljubljana
Bet: Both Teams to Score (BTTS) – Yes
Odds: 1.75 / -133
