With the playoff round continuing on Wednesday night, two more intriguing first-leg ties take centre stage as sides look to take a crucial advantage into the return fixtures. We take a closer look at two of the standout encounters below.
Outright Betting Snapshot
In the outright market, Arsenal continue to head the betting at 4.50, with Bayern Munich close behind at 5.50. Manchester City and Barcelona are both priced at 8.00, while Paris Saint-Germain trade at 9.00. The remainder of the field are available at 11.00 and bigger.
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Bodo/Glimt vs Inter – Click here to bet
Bodo/Glimt have been one of the surprise packages of the competition and boast some eye-catching results from the league phase. 2-1 and 3-1 Wins away to Atlético Madrid and at home to Manchester City underline their threat, while draws against Borussia Dortmund and Tottenham Hotspur show they can compete with Europe’s elite.
They have scored freely throughout the campaign but have also shown vulnerability at the back.
Inter Milan come into this tie with solid European pedigree. A recent 2-0 win away to Borussia Dortmund highlighted their ability to manage tough away assignments. However, defeats to Arsenal, Liverpool and Atletico Madrid suggest they can be exposed against high level opposition.
They have had a solid campaign in general, finding the back of the net frequently while holding tight on defence. They come into this clash as rightful favourites across the markets.
Match Odds (1X2)
Bodo/Glimt: 4.50
Draw: 4.00
Inter: 1.73
Verdict
Bodo/Glimt’s home form and fearless attacking style make them dangerous. That said, Inter’s experience and superior squad depth should prove decisive over 90 minutes.
BET: Match result and over/under 2.5 goals, Inter and Over at 2.40
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Club Brugge vs Atlético Madrid – Click here to bet
Club Brugge have shown they are capable of big performances on home soil. A 3-0 win over Marseille and a thrilling 3-3 draw with Barcelona stand out, while they have also proven clinical against lesser opposition.
Contrastingly heavy 3-0 defeats to Bayern Munich and Sporting CP raise concerns about their consistency at this level.
Atlético Madrid have had mixed fortunes in the league phase but remain a difficult side to break down. They secured 2-1 and 3-2 wins over Inter Milan and PSV Eindhoven, while also picking up a stalemate away to Galatasaray.
The side are typically pragmatic in first-leg ties, often prioritising control over expansive football and I believe this is the display they will put on in this clash.
Match Odds (1X2)
Club Brugge: 3.75
Draw: 3.75
Atlético Madrid: 1.91
Verdict
Club Brugge are capable of causing problems at home, but Atlético’s structure, head-to-head record against Club Brugge and knockout experience should give them the edge. I am expecting a competitive encounter, with the visitors coming out narrowly on top.
BET: Result and Both Teams to Score – Atlético Madrid and Yes at 3.65
Odds correct at time of writing but subject to change.
