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Nove Zamky vs Skalica Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 18-10-2026
Oct 1814:00
Match Prediction
Expected score: Nove Zamky 3-5 Skalica
Nove ZamkyDrawSkalica
Nove Zamky hosts Skalica in a 1. Liga fixture on 18 October 2026, with the visitors holding a commanding position in the table. Skalica sits fifth with 15 points from 9 games, while Nove Zamky occupies 11th place with 10 points from 8 matches. The gap in current form and league standing suggests a clear hierarchy between the two sides.
Team form
Nove Zamky
Nove Zamky has struggled in recent weeks, winning only one of their last five matches. They defeated Povazska Bystrica 5–3 at home on 2 October, but have since lost to Ziar nad Hronom (4–5), HK Detva (3–4), Dubnica (3–7) and Martin (4–6). Over this five-game span, they have conceded 5.0 goals per game while scoring 3.8, indicating a leaky defence that has been repeatedly exposed. Their home record offers limited encouragement given the defensive vulnerabilities on display.
Skalica
Skalica presents a markedly different picture. They have won three of their last five games, including a dominant 9–4 victory at Dubnica on 30 September and a 5–2 home win over Trnava on 16 September. They did suffer defeats to Martin (4–8) and Ziar nad Hronom (1–5), but their overall offensive output of 5.8 goals per game over the five-game window far exceeds their defensive concessions of 3.8 per game. This attacking potency, combined with improved defensive discipline, positions them as the stronger unit.
Head-to-head
No head-to-head record exists between these teams in the available data.
Key factors
The disparity in recent scoring patterns is the primary driver. Skalica averages 5.8 goals per game and has demonstrated the ability to put away chances consistently, while Nove Zamky's defence is porous, conceding at a rate of 5.0 per game. Skalica's fifth-place standing reflects genuine quality; Nove Zamky's 11th-place position reflects genuine vulnerability. The visitors' superior goal-scoring efficiency and defensive solidity create a significant advantage. Nove Zamky's sole recent win came at home, but that was against a weaker opponent; Skalica's wins have come against more competitive sides. The betting market should reflect Skalica's clear superiority in both offensive and defensive metrics.
Prediction
Skalica are favoured to win. The visitors' attacking threat—averaging 5.8 goals per game—should find ample opportunity against a Nove Zamky defence that has conceded heavily throughout the recent run. Skalica's balanced approach, combining efficient attack with tighter defence, contrasts sharply with Nove Zamky's leaky backline and inconsistent output. The league standings underscore the quality gap: Skalica's 15 points in 9 games outpaces Nove Zamky's 10 points in 8 games by a clear margin. While Nove Zamky may score, they are unlikely to contain Skalica's offensive weapons.
Skalica should prevail in regulation time. The visitors' superior form, attacking potency and defensive discipline make them the clear favourites. Expect a competitive match with goals at both ends, but Skalica's ability to score consistently and defend more effectively than their hosts tilts the balance decisively in their favour.
Match info
Tournaments:
1. Liga(2026)
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Recent Form
Nove Zamky
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Skalica
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  HC 19 Humenne | 10 | 6 | 0 | 25 |
| 2 |  Martin | 9 | 6 | 2 | 20 |
| 3 |  Dubnica | 10 | 6 | 3 | 19 |
| 4 |  Topolcany | 10 | 5 | 2 | 18 |
| 5 |  Skalica | 10 | 4 | 3 | 17 |
| 6 |  Ziar nad Hronom | 10 | 5 | 4 | 17 |
| 7 |  TEBS Bratislava | 10 | 5 | 5 | 15 |
| 8 |  Trnava | 10 | 4 | 5 | 14 |
| 9 |  Nove Zamky | 9 | 4 | 4 | 13 |
| 10 |  HK Levice | 10 | 4 | 5 | 13 |
| 11 |  HK Detva | 9 | 4 | 5 | 12 |
| 12 |  Povazska Bystrica | 9 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| 13 |  Slovakia U18 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
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