Floriana vs FC Ballkani Prediction & Betting Tips (31 July)

Floriana welcomes FC Ballkani to the Centenary Stadium of Ta 'Qali for the return match of the 2nd qualification round of the League conference, with a colossal challenge: to fill a delay in two goals after the 4-2 defeat suffered in Kosovo. To hope to extend the European adventure, the Maltese will have to give the best of themselves in front of their audience. Top start Thursday at 8:45 p.m.!The first leg was a real ordeal for the Greens and Whites, who conceded 4 goals, including 3 in the first period. However, they showed a certain courage by leading twice, before giving in to the offensive power of the Kosovars. Despite this defeat, the team remains optimistic thanks to an encouraging European course, marked by a victory over Haverfordwest in the previous round 2-1, 2-3. Floriana is also used to prolific matches: 70 % of her last 10 games have seen more than 2.

5 goals, proof of a resolutely offensive style of play, sometimes to the detriment of a solid defense. Under the direction of Daniel Portela, the Greens and Whites will have to capitalize on their typing force at home and the support of their supporters to hope to achieve the feat!On the side of the Kosovars, Ballkani arrives in Malta after having perfectly managed the first leg. Their large 4-2 victory testifies to an impressive offensive form, with 8 goals scored in their last 3 games in all competitions. At the top of the bill, the Nigerian striker Sunday Addetunji, author of a double during the first meeting. However, what comes out most in recent Ballkani statistics is its defensive vulnerability: the team has conceded at least 1 goal in 9 of its last 10 games, a weakness that Floriana hopes to exploit well. The Kosovars approach will be different from that of the first leg, where they will have to manage their advantage while remaining threatening on the counter. But we can expect a new meeting rich in goals!

Like a drumbeat that won’t let up, FC Ballkani has found a rhythm that repeatedly outpaced Floriana in recent clashes. Their back-to-back 4–2 victories over the Maltese side showcase a well-oiled attack, marked by clinical finishing and an ability to exploit defensive gaps with precision. Ballkani's aggressive front line, combined with quick midfield transitions, frequently caught Floriana on the back foot, forcing them into reactive patterns rather than proactive control. The Kosovan club’s tempo and positional awareness have consistently tilted the field in their favor, turning what could have been a balanced contest into a showcase of efficiency.

Beyond Floriana, Ballkani's consistent performance against Macedonian opposition further underlines their growing maturity. Victories over Struga and Rabotnicki by clean margins point to a team comfortable playing away and absorbing pressure without losing structure. Even the drawn matches against Suhareka suggest resilience—battling to hold firm rather than conceding ground. While Floriana showed flashes of attacking promise, particularly in moments that yielded goals, their inability to control the midfield allowed Ballkani to dictate terms. In this ongoing narrative, Ballkani has emerged not just victorious, but increasingly sophisticated in its execution.

A quiet confidence surrounds FC Ballkani as they prepare to face Floriana once again, with a predicted scoreline of 3–1 in favor of the visitors. This forecast leans heavily on Ballkani’s recent dominance and attacking consistency, especially in their previous encounters with the Maltese side. Floriana may find the net through a moment of brilliance or a well-worked set piece, but Ballkani’s fluid transitions and clinical finishing are expected to overwhelm the hosts. The match could unfold with Floriana showing early resistance, only to be gradually undone by Ballkani’s tactical discipline and sharper edge in the final third.

• Summary: Floriana FC is going head to head with KF Ballkani starting on 31 Jul 2025 at 18:45 UTC at Independence Ground stadium, Floriana city, Malta. The match is a part of the UEFA Conference League, Qualification .
• Referee: Dario Bel