Van and Ararat Armenia meet on Friday, Apr 16 at 5:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Premier League. Ararat Armenia hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Van come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Ararat Armenia, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Despite playing at home, Van face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Ararat Armenia have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Van won 0–2. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Ararat Armenia arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Van. Ararat Armenia to win.