Olympiakos vs Red Star Belgrade Predictions & Match Previews UEFA Champions League at Wednesday, 11 December 2019

Olympiakos vs Red Star Belgrade

Champions League – Group B

Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2019

Kick-off at 20:00 UK / 21:00 CET

Venue: Georgios Kyriakakis (Piraeus).

News Team

The home team only victim in front of the game is Pape Abou Cisse, who missed the meeting due to illness.

Red Star, on the other hand, has no injury problems in preparation for this meeting.

Marko Marin, the former Chelsea, would be expected to serve as a link between midfield and attack, which will be led by Ben Nabouhane.

The latter has scored nine goals so far this season and has experience of this competition, netting six times in the qualifying stage last season.

Olympiakos possible starting lineup:

sa; sa; Elabdellaoui, Semedo, Papadopoulos, Tsimikas; Guilherme; Bouchalakis, Camara, Valbuena, Masouras; El-Arabi

Red Star Belgrade early as possible lineup:

Borjan; Gobeljic, Milunovic, Degenek, Rodic; Canas, Petrovic, Garcia, Vukanovic; Marin, Nabouhane

Olympiakos vs Red Star Belgrade: Betting Tips

Olympiakos to Win @ 1.57
Over 2.5 goals @ 1.92.

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Olympiacos vs Red Star Belgrade Moscow Prediction and Match Preview

Olympiacos vs Red Star Belgrade

Champions League – Group B

Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2019

Kick-off at 20:00 UK / 21:00 CET

Venue: Georgios Kyriakakis (Piraeus).

TEAM NEWS

Olympiakos

Olympiakos came to the last game of this group know that they have to beat Crvena Zvezda to finish third and qualify for the Europa League.

They tend to name a more attacking side than playing at Tottenham on matchday five even though Valbuena is still in doubt.

They warmed up nicely for this match with a 3-0 victory in the Greek Super League with two goals by El Arabi who will start in front here.

Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Jose Sa; Elabdellaoui, Ruben Semedo, Meriah, Tsimikas; Guilherme, Camara, Bouchalakis; Daniel Podence, El-Arabi, Masouras

Not available: Fortounis (Injured), Cisse (Hurt), Soudani (Ineligible), Koutris (Injured)

Doubtful: Valbuena (Injured), Papadopoulos (Injured)

Crvena ZVEZDA

Crvena Zvezda will need to bounce back from their 0-6 mauling at home to Bayern last time to seal a third and a Europa League spot.

They have won their last three league games and they travel to Greece knowing that they only need to avoid defeat in Athens.

They are encouraged by the return of striker Pavkov who missed the game Bayern and he is expected to get the nod instead Tomane in attack.

Predicted line-up (4-2-3-1): Borjan; Gobeljic, Milunovic, Degenek, Rodic; Canas, Petrovic; Garcia, Marin, Van La Parra; Pavkov

Not available: Ben Nabouhane (Ineligible), Krstovic (Ineligible), Gajic (Ineligible), Jevtovic (Ineligible), Jovicic (Injured)

doubtful:

Olympiakos vs Red Star Belgrade: Predictions

Following a 2-2 draw at home to Tottenham, Piraeus club had lost their last four games to lead Group B. After slipping loss against Red Star, they were beaten twice by Bayern Munich.

Leading Olympiakos of let it slip has become something of a trend, as they did the same thing in the last game against Tottenham, after losing 2-0 at Tottenham debut CL Jose Mourinho. That means they are still at one point and to get into the Europa League, should they beat Red Star at all costs.

Serbia has only three points to their name but still two points better off than their hosts.

In addition to the home win against Olympiakos in their first official meetup, Red Star suffered four defeats in the group. They opened with a 3-0 loss at Bayern before two heavy defeats by Tottenham.

A 5-0 defeat away in London equaled their biggest losses in Europe, but a record that exceeded the final matchday as rampant Bayern crushed them 6-0 in Belgrade, made the biggest home defeat Delije in history.

For the Piraeus club, captain Kostas Fortounis will be out until 2020. Lazaros Christodoulopoulos has returned to training following a cruciate ligament injury, such as Pape Abou Cissé although it is unlikely they will play on Wednesday.

As for the Crvena Zvezda striker Richmond Boakye and pacey winger Rajiv van la Parra will either miss out on this game.

While Red Star have proved themselves to be a tough nut to crack at away games in the domestic competition, the Champions League is another level for them. That's why I'm going with this one Olympiakos.

The Greeks are far more experienced team and only lost in Belgrade because Benzia gets sent. Also, go for the Over 2.5 goals. What is needed is an early goal for all hell to break loose.

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Atletico Madrid vs Lokomotiv Moscow Prediction and Match Preview

Atletico Madrid vs Lokomotiv Moscow

Champions League – Group D

Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2019

Kick-off at 20:00 UK / 21:00 CET

Venue: Estadio Wanda Metropolitano (Madrid).

Team News Atletico Madrid vs Lokomotiv Moscow

Atletico coach Simeone head is without several first-team regulars ahead of this match.

Striker Diego Costa is not available with a back problem, leaving Alvaro Morata and Joao Felix with minimal front cover, with Vitolo also absent.

Stefan Savic and Jose Maria Gimenez both are also struggling with injuries, meaning Simeone could only encompass the central defensive pairing of Mario Hermoso and Felipe with no recognized senior alternative.

Sime Vrsaljko and the squad players Borja Garces also injured and will not feature on Wednesday.

For Lokomotiv boss Yuri Semin, Joao Mario and Luka Djordjevic are definitely out, while Anton Miranchuk, Guilherme and Rifat Zhemaletdinov all doubts but could feature. Dmitri Barinov suspended.

Atletico Madrid lineup early as possible:

oblak; Trippier, Felipe, Hermoso, Lodi; Correa, Saul, Thomas, Koke; Felix Morata

Lokomotiv Moscow early as possible lineup:

Guilherme; Ignatyev, Howedes, Corluka, Rybus; Murilo, Krychowiak; Zhemaletdinov, Aleksey Miranchuk, Tugarev; Eder

Atletico Madrid vs Lokomotiv Moscow: Predictions

The big game could not come at a worse time for the people of Spain. Having won just once in their last six games while losing three times, Cholo Simeone will have to wake up from their slumber his men are currently at.

Los Colchoneros have lost their last two games but is still second in the group with seven points, one ahead of Bayer Leverkusen. At this time in four games without a win, Atletico must beat Lokomotiv if they go through to the knockout or the Red and Whites will have to rely on to remain unbeaten Juventus in Germany v Bayer Leverkusen.

As for The Lokos, the game was over for them. They are 4 in Group D no matter what. Russian club won their opening game v Bayer in Germany but have lost every game since. Yuri Semin men have only their pride to play for Wednesday evening in Madrid.

Now, their pride and to end a run of their own loss. Three-game losing run is only part of the struggle Parovozy, because their crisis underway since mid-October and the trip to Torino. After it lost 2-1, The Lokos have won just one in ten games while losing seven times.

Diego Costa had a hernia operation and is expected to be out until the future. Stefan Savic, Sime Vrsaljko and José María Gimenez also absent due to injury.

Jefferson Farfan, Luka Djordjevic and Boris Rotenberg long-term absentees for Lokomotiv while Guilherme, Dmitri Barinov, Joao Mario and Anton Miranchuk not sure for a Wednesday game.

Despite everything, this is a must win game for Diego Simeone, and I think he'll come through. Lokomotiv lost 0-4 to Tula just a few days ago and this being their last game of the year, maybe they were on vacation already. So Semester / Semester II: Atletico / Atletico is worth a try. Asian Handicap -1.5 too.

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SL Benfica vs Zenit St. Petersburg Prediction and Match Preview

SL Benfica vs Zenit St. Petersburg

Champions League – Group G

Date: Tuesday, 10 December 2019

Kick-off at 20:00 UK / 21:00 CET

Venue: Estádio da Luz (Lisbon).

Team News

Andre Almeida and David Tavares particular both miss the game, with both players suffering from thigh injuries.

Goalkeeper Mile Svilar was not available for an Achilles tendon injury, while Rafa Silva is out until the end of February with a groin problem.

Alexander Kokorin might be able to return from a knee injury, although Sergey Zuykov and Emanuel Mammana definitely out for a while because of a cruciate ligament problem.

Malcom, signed from Barcelona during the summer, looks set to come out with a hip problem until the end of next month, but it remains to be seen when goalkeeper Andrey Lunev going back.

Benfica starting lineup possibilities:

Vlachodimos; T. Tavares, Dias, Ferreira, Grimaldo; Pires, Taarabt, Pizzi, Cervi; Chiquinho, Vinicius

Zenit Saint Petersburg lineup may be the beginning:

Kerzhakov; Karavayev, Ivanovic, Rakitskiy, Santos; Barrios, Ozdoyev, Kuzyayev, Driussi; Azmoun, Dzyuba

SL Benfica vs Zenit St Petersburg: Predictions

Having dropped 0-2 lead in extra time in Leipzig, the Eagles lost all hope of qualifying for the Champions League last 16.

While sitting last in Group G, even Europa League is the uncertainty for them. They will qualify if they beat Zenit by a better score line of 3-1 and Lyon have not lost or if they just win and Lyon lose to Leipzig.

only their victory came at the Estádio da Luz, after beating Lyon 3-1. Just another game in front of the crowd, they have already lost 1-2 v CL starter RB Leipzig.

Zenit is the second, after taking four points from their first two matches. their good form did not last because they were then beaten twice by Leipzig.

And they beat Lyon 2-0 in St Petersburg and sits on the brink of qualification. Guests are sure passengers for the KO if they win in Portugal even though they can get away with a draw if Lyon fail to beat Leipzig. If both games drawn, Russia is through because of their superiority in head-to-head record over Lyon.

André Almeida and David Tavares ruled out for the Eagles while Haris Seferović questionable.

Malcolm went out for Zenit, such as Andrei Lunev and Yuri Zhirkov. The season ends for Emanuel Mammana, who suffered a knee ligament injury.

I hesitate to recommend Zenit win because they are in eleven games without a win away from home in European competition.

But since it's all-or-nothing for Benfica, which may open up some space for Dzyuba & friends. Both teams to score is a good bet.

I will also try Half with most goals: 2nd half. the last four meetings of this team has most goals scored in the second half and considering the importance of this game, the first half may be arrogant while most of the action takes place after the break.

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Valencia vs Chelsea Prediction and Match Preview

Valencia vs Chelsea

Champions League

Date: Wednesday, 27 November 2019

Kick-off at 17:55 UK / 18:55 CET

Venue:  Estadio de Mestalla (Valencia).

TEAM NEWS

VALENCIA

It was all to play for in Group H where Valencia will seal qualification if they win here having already beaten Chelsea on Matchday 1.

Francis Coquelin remains a doubt after missing the last few games, but the midfielder Carlos Soler returned from injury as a substitute at Real Betis on Saturday and could start.

Ezequiel Garay will be assessed after missing the Betis game so that the former Manchester City defender Eliaquim Mangala could start alongside Gabriel Paulista.

Predicted line-up (4-4-2): Cillessen; Wass, Garay, Gabriel Paulista, Style; Ferran Torres, Dani Parejo, Carlos Soler, Lee Kang-In; Maxi Gomez, Rodrigo

Not available: Diakhaby (Injured), Piccini (Hurt), Kondogbia (Hurt), Goncalo Guedes (Hurt), Cheryshev (Injured)

Doubtful: Coquelin (Injured), Garay (Hurt), Ruben Sobrino (Injured)

CHELSEA

Chelsea have taken seven points from three Champions League matches since defeat to Valencia and, like their opponents, will qualify with a win here.

Callum Hudson-Odoi will be assessed after missing Saturday's defeat at Manchester City with an injury he picked up on international duty, and England team-mate Ross Barkley remains in doubt.

Manager Frank Lampard is expected to rotate with the fixtures coming thick and fast so that Reece James, Andrew Christensen and Mason Mountain can be recalled to the starting XI.

Predicted line-up (4-2-3-1): Kepa; James, Zouma, Christensen, Marcos Alonso; Jorginho, Kante; Willian, Mountain, Pulisic; Batshuayi

Not available: Van Ginkel (Hurt), Loftus-Cheek (Hurt), Rudiger (Hurt), Hudson-Odoi (Injured)

Doubtful: Barkley (Injured)

Valencia vs Chelsea Predictions

Valencia are unbeaten in their last two clashes in Group H, and is now in contention for the top spot along with Ajax and Chelsea. Host is on the back in impressive form in La Liga as well and does not appear on the losing end in their last three games at home either.

their previous fight here, in particular, saw them post convincing 2-0 victory over Granada, with both Daniel Wass and Ferran Torres put the hosts ahead.

On the other hand, Chelsea are in a positive streak of their own at this point. The visitors did not concede defeat in their previous ten games in all competitions. They also have looked sharp in their events so far and has taken victory in all seven of their past trips, the latter of which was a 2-1 win over Watford.

Furthermore, the man Frank Lampard is not the same side that they are, at the beginning of the season. The squad finally hit the ground running, particularly in those clashes away from home.

However, given that Valencia has stumbled only once at the Estadio de Mestalla this campaign, the safest punt on this one should be multiple opportunities to support the Blues.

In addition, Chelsea's front line has been causing all sorts of trouble in the final third. Especially in the form of Tammy Abraham who has been right in the middle of things. Pulisic Christian also been a boon to the English outfit, though her presence, at this time, due to a hip injury doubt.

Regardless, the visiting contingent would be interested in racking up a tally of interest in this one. Valencia also tend to chip in to the scoreboards. Mainly because Chelsea have not kept a clean sheet in three previous visits to this place.

Given that the hosts managed to bag a goal in the reverse fixture of this fight, too, relying on the two sides to find the back of the net to come Wednesday.

Valencia vs Chelsea Betting tips

double opportunity: draw or Chelsea @ 1.40 (2/5)

Over 2.5 goals and both teams to score @ 1.80 (4/5).

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Juventus vs Atletico Madrid Prediction and Match Preview

Juventus vs Atletico Madrid

Champions League

Date:  Tuesday, 26 November 2019

Kick-off at 20:00 UK / 21:00 CET

Venue:  Allianz Stadium (Turin).

Team News

Juventus

Juventus manager Maurizio Sarri gave Cristiano Ronaldo the weekend off to keep her fresh for Tuesday's meeting with Atletico Madrid.

Federico Bernardeschi forced off midway through the first Saturday's 3-1 win over Atalanta and will not play here.

Sarri would expect to have Alex Sandro after the Brazilian missed the match against Atalanta because of injury, while Juan Cuadrado back of the ban in Europe.

Aaron Ramsey or replace Bentancur Rodrigo Bernardeschi in the starting XI on Tuesday, while Paulo Dybala and Gonzalo Higuain compete for a place at the front.

Blaise Matuidi was an unused substitute on Saturday and will be back in midfield here. He will miss the final group match Juventus' if he booked against Atletico.

Atletico Madrid

Thomas Partey and Saul Niguez will return to the side after missing Saturday's 1-1 draw with Granada through suspension.

Felipe and Mario Hermoso will continue in central defense as Jose Gimenez has failed to recover from injury in time.

Joao Felix made his return from injury at the weekend after missing six games and will be pushing for a start against Juventus.

Kieran Trippier guilty for Atletico conceded a goal against Granada at the weekend and could be replaced at right back by Santiago Arias here. J

Juvenuts vs Atletico Madrid Prediction

Juventus, who have already qualified for the knockout stages, three points clear of Atletico Madrid at the top of Group D.

Atletico Madrid may have blown their chance to finish up after slipping to a surprise 2-1 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen last time in competition.

Atletico has not kept a clean sheet in their last five games and were very poor by their standards.

Juventus has not lost at home in any competition this season (W8), while Atletico have drawn four of their last five away from home.

Prediction: Juventus 1 1 Atletico Madrid

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Red Star Belgrade vs Bayern Munich Prediction and Match Preview

Red Star Belgrade vs Bayern Munich

Champions League

Date: Tuesday, 26 November 2019

Kick-off at 20:00 UK / 21:00 CET

Venue: Stadion Rajko Mitić (Belgrade)

Match Preview

Although in full control of the group, Flick is likely to name a strong starting lineup for this game.

Kingsley Coman will be hoping to get the nod over Ivan Perisic on the left wing, while Alphonso Davies should continue to represent at left-back in place of the injured Lucas Hernandez.

Niklas Sule and Jann-Fiete Arp also remain on the sidelines, but Jerome Boateng is available after serving a domestic suspension.

As for Red Star, Branko Jovicic and Milan Pavkov both sidelined for the home team because of injury.

Tomane should be represented in the attack, while Jose Canas and Marko Marin - formerly of Swansea City and Chelsea respectively - are expected to feature in the starting lineup.

Red Star Belgrade might lineup: Borjan; Gobeljic, Milunovic, Degenek, Rodic; Canas, Jovancic; Garcia, Marin, Parra; Tomane

Bayern Munich are possible lineup: Neuer; Pavard, Martinez, Alaba, Davies; Muller, Kimmich, Goretzka; Gnabry, Lewandowski, Coman

Key Statistics

Bayern Munich and Red Star Belgrade have met six times in European competition, with Bayern winning three times (D1 L2). But, Die Roten had failed to keep a clean sheet in any of their six matches.

Red Star Belgrade lost their last two games against Tottenham in the Champions League with a 4-0 and 5-0 margin. If they continue the tradition that they would only be the third side lose by 4 or more goals in three consecutive games after Dinamo Zagreb in the 2011-12 season and Malmö FF in the 2012-13 season.

Bayern Munich, under Hansi Flick, has had a superb start with three wins and 13 goals scored while conceding only one shot on target.

Bayern Munich is 11 UEFA Champions League away matches without defeat (W8 D3), the longest term ever unbeaten on the road in the competition.

Red Star Belgrade have only lost two of their last 15 European matches in Belgrade (W7 D6) and only three of their last 22 (W11 D8).

Prediction Red Star Belgrade vs Bayern Munich

I bet on a convincing victory for Bayern Munch here, to secure their place in the knockout stages as one of the seeded teams. They have won their last two games 4-0 and scoring a lot of goals. They put seven past Tottenham in the opening match of their group after a 3-2 win against Olympiakos and my prediction correct score or the game will be a 4-0 victory for the German team.

Betting Tips

When looking at the betting odds for this game, it is not surprising to see ods for more than 2.5 shortened to about 2/5. However, at 21/20 over 3.5 goals looks a good bet here. Red Star Belgrade has taken some good results in the Champions League in the not too distant past and even though I'm predicting a convincing win for the German, saver bet on over 3.5 might play well. Red Star games are usually open their Champions League results this season reads 3-0, 3-1, 4-0 and 5-0.

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Tottenham vs Olympiacos Prediction and Match Preview

Tottenham vs Olympiacos

Champions League

Date:  Tuesday, 26 November 2019

Kick-off at 20:00 UK / 21:00 CET

Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (London).

Team News

Spurs still without Hugo Lloris, Michel Vorm and Erik Lamela, while Ben Davies is also a doubt after limping off at the weekend.

January Vertonghen and Tanguy Ndombele also have question marks over their fitness, but the latter could be fit enough to start against heavyweight Greece.

Dele Alli promising performance against West Ham must generate another start, but Christian Eriksen may have to watch from the bench once again as speculation over his commitment to the club continues.

Olympiakos are without Pape Abou Cissé, linked with a move to Arsenal's north London rivals Tottenham during the summer. The visitors tend to be conservative in their approach, but expect to see leading midfielder Mathieu Valbuena from the off.

Prediction

Jose Mourinho celebrates the 3-2 victory over West Ham in his first game in charge of Tottenham. Tottenham head coach will now be hoping to make a winning start in the first home game in charge of the club.

Tottenham know a win would guarantee them a place in the knockout stages with a game to spare. They could even lose here and still qualify as long as Bayern Munich beat Red Star Belgrade. The draw for Tottenham will also be quite good, if Bayern win the group match.

Olympiakos have been eliminated from the Champions League and have one point from their first four games. They can still finish third and therefore fall into the Europa League, which will be their goal when the group was drawn.

Tottenham throwing away a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 with Olympiacos at the start of the campaign but are expected to put that right on Tuesday night in Mourinho's first home game.

Prediction: Tottenham 3 0 Olympiacos

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Galatasaray vs Club Brugge Prediction and Match Preview

Galatasaray vs Club Brugge

Champions League

Date: Tuesday, 26 November 2019

Kick-off at 17:55 UK / 18:55 CET

Venue: Türk Telekom Stadyumu (Istanbul).

Match Preview

Club Brugge requires a set of unlikely results to progress through to the latter stages of this competition for the first time in their history, but it will not stop the Philippe Clement of believing that they can achieve their goals.

Victory for Belgium on Tuesday night, coupled with defeat for Real Madrid against Paris Saint-Germain, will leave Brugge needing to beat the Spanish giants in front of their own fans on matchday six.

Because you've earned a 2-2 draw at the Bernabeu, Clement and his players know that they are capable of causing a monumental surprise, but they still will be vigilant to ensure that they did not let slip the third place in the group.

If Brugge can secure a draw in Istanbul, it will leave Galatasaray need to defeat PSG in Paris next month, something that seems unlikely given their capitulation against Real in the area by far.

On the domestic side, Brugge sit six points clear at the top, despite Friday's 2-0 win over KV Oostende came on the back of a disappointing setback in Antwerp before the international break.

As for Galatasaray, Fatih Terim will be hoping that the three points on Tuesday night can act as a catalyst for improved run of form in all competitions.

While their failure in Europe has been well documented, losing 1-0 at home to Istanbul Basaksehir has left Gala down in seventh place at the top of Turkey.

After Fatih able to put together a strong squad over the summer, below-par performances they have surprised many, but overcome Brugge could cause everything to get back on track towards the second half of the campaign.

Galatasaray News Team

There were wild scenes of joy at the airport to welcome Radamel Falcao, a big marquee signing this summer, to the club. But the Colombian striker has missed most of the campaign so far with injury, making just two starts in the league and two in Europe. He managed one goal in that time, while it looks like a new club really could do with him, especially in Europe. After four games, they have yet to score a single goal - the only team in the competition have not done so.

Turkish Super League champions did not enjoy a successful campaign this year. They are currently eighth in the table, after a 1-0 defeat of last season title challenger Basaksehir Istanbul at the weekend. Five points from the top spot, their focus may be on to get their bid to retain their title back on track, rather than the game in midweek in their competition can not develop.

There is a squad that weird together with players who have been to Europe five league and did not have enough success to stay there, of Borussia Dortmund starlet Emre Mor (now 22) to Jean-Michael Series at Fulham with Southampton Mario Lemina in midfield and former Liverpool forward Ryan Babel up front. Currently, this band seems strange people lacked cohesion.

Club Brugge News Team

Club Brugge only managed one win in their last 18 Champions League games (six draws and 11 defeats), which came away in Monaco last season. It is hard to see their fortunes changed here, even though there were plenty of positives to take from the campaign so far, most will go to Real Madrid and led 2-0 at the Bernabeu (before eventually see the game finished 2-2), while they put in spirit, composed display in their last outing, a 1-0 defeat away to PSG as Ligue 1 champions had to work hard for all three points on the night, after sweeping them aside with a 5-0 away win in the reverse fixture.

Domestic Results have been good, with a 2-0 victory Friday night over KV Oostende their third win in the last four league outings. Currently enjoying Brugge Belgium six points at the top of the division, having played one game less than the chasing pack.

Expect David Okereke forward 22 years to be given the nod ahead, while Emmanuel Bonaventure Dennis - the man who scored the second goal of this Brugge away in Madrid - could be up there with him. Former Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet to start between the sticks.

Prediction

Galatasaray have also been eliminated from the Champions League but could still qualify for the Europa League, because they are one point behind third place Club Brugge with two matches remaining.

Club Brugge might have only two points but had held Real Madrid to a 2-2 draw and only lost 1-0 to Paris Saint-Germain last time in competition.

Galatasaray would normally be expected to win this kind of game but they are dealing with a crisis of injuries to key players throughout the field.

There is definitely a positive result out there for Club Brugge on Tuesday, but it's up to them to seize opportunities.

Prediction: Galatasaray 0 1 Club Brugge

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Lokomotiv Moscow vs Bayer Leverkusen Prediction and Match Preview

Lokomotiv Moscow vs Bayer Leverkusen

Champions League

Date: Tuesday, 26 October 2019

Kick-off at 17:55 UK / 18:55 CET

Venue:  RZD Arena (Moscow).

Team News

Kai Havertz not possible to return from injury in time for the trip to Moscow, and German playmaker has been joined on the sidelines by Mitchell Weiser.

However, Bosz will be able to call Leon Bailey, who missed the weekend because of suspension within the country.

Semin could make minimal changes to his Moscow XI, although Solomon Kverkvelia is an option in place Vedran Corluka.

Joao Mario will continue to be assessed after being forced to withdraw from international duty with Portugal, but Fedor Smolov is in contention to feature after sitting the last game.

Lokomotiv Moscow might lineup: Guilherme; Howedes, Murilo, Corluka, Rybus; Barinov, Kolomeytsev, Krychowiak; Al.Miranchuk, Eder, An Miranchuk

Bayer Leverkusen possible lineup: Hradecky; L.Bender, Tah, Bender, Wendell; Aranguiz, Demirbay; Bailey, Amiri, Diaby; Volland

Lokomotiv Moscow vs Leverkusen - Match Stats

Lokomotiv have not picked up a point since beating Leverkusen on matchday one, but know that a win would guarantee at least Europa League football in the spring.

Results in Leverkusen is Lokomotiv's first Champions League away win in 14 attempts (D4, L9).

Lokomotiv won just five of their last 15 home matches in Europe, including the loss of five of the last six

This will be the 100th game Leverkusen in the Champions League proper.

If a visitor Germany fail to win they must be out of the competition, while a defeat would knock them out of Europe altogether.

They have reached the knockout rounds in seven of the previous eight Champions League campaign.

Prediction

There is still a chance of both sides could seize second place in Group D but it would be surprising if they managed to pip Atletico Madrid into second place.

Both Lokomotiv Moscow and Bayer Leverkusen have three points and four back at Atletico, much to leaders Juventus in the other group game on Tuesday.

Leverkusen lost three straight Champions League games before shocking Atletico 2-1 last time in Europe and generally in decent shape. The Bundesliga side have only lost one of their last six matches in all competitions.

Lokomotiv Moscow ended a five-game winless streak with a 3-2 victory over the Tambov on Friday night. They have, however, only won two of their last seven at home.

Prediction: Lokomotiv Moscow 0: 1 Bayer Leverkusen

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Lokomotiv Moscow vs Juventus Predictions & Match Previews Europa League at Wednesday, 6 October 2019

Lokomotiv Moscow vs Juventus
Champions League
Date: Wednesday, 6 November 2019
Kick-off at 17:55 UK / 18:55 CET
Venue:  RZD Arena (Moscow).

Team News

Lokomotiv Moscow

Lokomotiv Moscow manager Yuri Semin will likely miss at least five players heading into this game. a list that includes key players Fedor Smolov together with Luka Djordjevic. Even experienced Jefferson Farfan out injured, which means the host is more or less paralyzed in the attacking department.

Eder is only available in a choice number nine slot, and Portuguese is a guaranteed starter this week. Semin coach has been trying to spread Aleksey Miranchuk in a more advanced role, lately and we expect him to do the same against Juventus, in the absence of Djordjevic and Smolov.

Despite the injury crisis in the offensive department, Semin will have the privilege of choosing from a defensive unit fit. Two experienced defender Benedikt Höwedes and Vedran Corluka are destined to receive a place in the starting lineup. They can partner with Murilo Cerqueira, in the holding midfield role.

In midfield, Joao Mario could return, at the expense of Rifat Zhemaletdinov. Portugal midfielder, on loan from Inter Milan, will combine with Grzegorz Krychowiak and Dimitri Barinov.

Possible Lineup (4-1-3-2): Guilherme; Ignatjev, Corluka, Howedes, Rybus; Cerqueira; Mario, Krychowiak, Barinov; Eder, Miranchuk

Juventus

Maurizio Sarri Juventus manager is expected to shuffle his pack slightly after a narrow win over Torino at the weekend. Matthijs de Ligt scored the only goal of the game, but looks set to miss the game because of injury. The Dutchman could be replaced by Daniele Rugani, who will be partnered by Leonardo Bonucci in the heart of Juve four backline.

Danilo, meanwhile, is expected to replace the suspended Juan Cuadrado at right-back while the opposite side will be occupied by Alex Sandro. Brazil will replace Mattia Di Sciglio.

Adrien Rabiot included in the 20-man short list on a trip to Moscow. France may be given a rare start in front of Blaise Matuidi and Rodrigo Bentancur in midfield. He will form a three-man midfield alongside prepare Miralem Pjanic and Sami Khedira.

Elsewhere, Aaron Ramsey may start more Federico Bernadeschi in the attacking midfield role alone, though Paulo Dybala also an option. And finally, the Juventus attack will be led by the offensive duo Cristiano Ronaldo and Gonzalo Higuain.

Possible Lineup (4-3-1-2): Szczesny; Danilo, Bonucci, Rugani, Sandro; Rabiot, Pjanic, Khedira; Ramsey; Higuain, Ronaldo.

PREDICTION

Juventus have won nine of their last 10 games in all competitions, six of them by a 2-1 scoreline - including against Lokomotiv reverse fixture two weeks ago. The Russians usually print at home, but Juve must win, so that a similar result would not be a surprise.

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Valencia vs Lille Predictions & Match Previews Champions League at Tuesday, 5 November 2019

Valencia vs Lille
Champions League
Date: Tuesday, 5 November 2019
Kick-off at 20:00 UK/ 21:00 CET
Venue: Estadio de Mestalla (Valencia).

TEAM NEWS

VALENCIA

Valencia have not started the season well and they will be in real danger of dropping out of Europe if they lose this game with Lille.

The Spaniards were not able to back up their matchday one win over Chelsea and has taken just one point from their next two.

Valencia will be without Mouctar Diakhaby suspended after the French defender was sent off in the last match against Lille.

Predicted line-up (4-4-2): Cillessen; Wass, Garay, Gabriel Paulista, Style; Ferran Torres, Kondogbia, Dani Parejo, Cheryshev; Rodrigo, Maxi Gomez

Not available: Piccini (Injured), Mangala (Out of favor), Goncalo Guedes (Hurt), Diakhaby (Suspended), Coquelin (Injured)

Doubtful: Gameiro (Injured), Carlos Soler (Hurt), Ruben Sobrino (Injury)

LILLE

Lille take just one point from their Group H so far and with games running out, they need a positive result from this trip to Valencia.

French side has been inconsistent throughout the season, but their away record alarming winless in seven in all competitions.

Timothy Weah continued to sit for a while Renato Sanches Lille are also still a few weeks with a hamstring injury.

Predicted line-up (3-4-2-1): Maignan; Tiago Djalo, Jose Fonte, Gabriel; Celik, Andre, Soumare, Bradaric; Yazici, Ikone; Osimhen

Not available: Renato Sanches (Hurt), Weah (Injured)

doubtful:

The fact the game

Valencia have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 3 games against Lille in all competitions.

Lille failed to win any of their last 6 matches (Champions League).

Valencia are unbeaten in their last 5 games against Lille in all competitions.

Valencia vs Lille Prediction

Denmark big is the weakest of the lot as it is now. They are placed dead-last in the table and have posted only one point on the board of three of their matches in the competition. In fact, they lost two of three games. And the only one in which they managed at least a draw in front of their home crowd.

The team has scored the least number of goals so far in Group H, and have conceded the most as well. In addition, they remain without a win in six matches their former eleven in the league, and on top of this, they are shackled with leg disabilities also Tuesday.

On the other hand, the Spanish contingent remained unbeaten in eight former ten of their equipment as a whole, and in seven of their previous eight at home.

Importantly, they hold 100% unbeaten record against opponents and win a 100% record at the Mestalla in clashes h2h.

In addition, they struggle then given support by the fact that they took part in the Spanish La Liga, which is considered as one of the best two leagues in the world, along with PL, while their opposite numbers come from the relatively low Ligue 1.

Taking into account these observations, relying on the home side to emerge as the winner of this matchday.

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Chelsea vs Ajax Predictions & Match Previews Champions League at Tuesday, 5 November 2019

Chelsea vs Ajax

Champions League

Date: Tuesday, 5 November 2019

Kick-off at 20:00 UK/ 21:00 CET

Venue: Stamford Bridge (London).

Team news

Chelsea

Kante N'golo once again expected to be available but with Jorginho was suspended for the weekend match against Crystal Palace, Lampard can choose to keep the French on the bench and well rested.

Marcos Alonso is likely to replace Emerson, with Italy still to regain full fitness, but Lampard will surely look to name the strongest side he can in what is a vital group stage clash.

XI predicted: Arrizabalaga; Azpilicueta, Zouma, Tomori, Alonso; Jorginho, Kovacic; Willian, Mountain, Pulisic; Abraham.

Ajax

double Quincy Promes' against Zwolle on Friday will probably see him start again to Erik ten Hag, who could name an unchanged side for the trip to Stamford Bridge without a significant injury concerns.

XI predicted: Onana; Mazraoui, Veltman, Blind, Tagliafico; Van de Beek, Martinez; Neres, Ziyech promissory notes; Tadic.

statistical

Chelsea and Ajax only previous European clash on matchday three of this season, with the Blues winning 1-0.

Ajax never lost a Champions League away match in England (W1 D3 L0), the most recent win away at Spurs in April 2019. Their last defeat away European Cup on English soil was in April 1980, a 2-0 semifinal defeat against a team of Nottingham Forest Brian Clough.

Chelsea have a 100 percent record-win in the UEFA Champions League match against Dutch opponents, defeating Feyenoord twice in the 1999/2000 season and Ajax in this season MD3.

Ajax manager Erik ten Hag has managed more Champions League away matches without loss than other managers (seven games), winning five and drawing two. Only two managers have lost none of their first eight away games in the competition - Louis van Gaal (14 the first game) and Pep Guardiola (first 11 games).

Michy Batshuayi Chelsea striker has scored a goal every 47 minutes for the Blues in the Champions League (three goals in 141 minutes) - the best minutes per ratio goal of any Chelsea player in the competition.

Dusan Tadic has been directly involved in eight of the last 14 goals scored Ajax in the Champions League group stage (five goals, three assists), including six of the (three goals, three assists) and seven away from their homes.

Predicton

We've seen a lot of what has been done recently Ajax. They sell three or four key people in the summer and it makes them weak, but it does not change their style or philosophy of the manager. Chelsea win no sensational result, but there is not much between the two sides.

I still feel there are a few hiccups along the way. You can not bully Ajax with the ball, but you can do without it. Chelsea will want to gain a technical edge over Ajax so we had a great game in prospect here. You can still see weaknesses in both teams, but it will be another fantastic result for Frank Lampard.

 predicts: 2-1

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Lyon vs Benfica Predictions & Match Previews Champions League at Tuesday, 5 November 2019

Lyon vs Benfica
Champions League
Date: Tuesday, 5 November 2019
Kick-off at 20:00 UK/ 21:00 CET
Venue: Parc Olympique Lyonnais (Lyon).

TEAM NEWS
LYON

Olympique Lyonnais has experienced a difficult start to the season but they have managed to take back-to-back wins in Ligue 1.

Attention will now turn to Europe and a very tight Group G with four teams separated by just three points at the halfway stage.

French side has only two players unavailable for this fixture with Fernando Marcal and Terrier both absent because of injury.

Predicted line-up (4-4-2): Lopes; Dubois, Andersen, Denayer, Kone; Reine-Adelaide, Thiago Mendes, Tousart, Aouar; Dembele, Depay

Not available: Fernando Marcal (Hurt), Terrier (Injured)

doubtful:

Benfica

Benfica arrive in France knowing they can not afford to lose but will be confident having won their last five in all competitions.

Portuguese side sit bottom of Group G but picking up their first win against their opponents in this game last time.

Rafa Silva is a big loss for Benfica and Raul de Tomas also looks like a loss because of injury in a further blow for the important contest.

Predicted line-up (4-4-1-1): Vlachodimos; Andre Almeida, Ruben Dias, Francisco Ferreira, Alex Grimaldo; Pizzi, Florentino Luis, Gabriel, Cervi; Taarabt; Seferovic

Not available: Conti (Injured), Ebuehi (Hurt), Rafa Silva (Injured)

Doubtful: Zivkovic (Injured), Raul de Tomas (Injury)

Lyon vs Benfica Prediction

Children who are struggling at this time to indicate any kind of shape. They placed 13th in their domestic table at the moment and have just three wins to show for, from the 11-game league schedule them so far. They have also managed to send a single victory in Ligue 1 from their five previous attempts.

In addition, they have recorded just two wins from the previous twelve-day match them and only two of their former nine in front of the home crowd.

On the other hand, their opposite numbers won their last four games straight and unbeaten in 21 of their previous 25 fixtures overall. On the road, they won ten of the past eleven of their journey, and importantly, the latest meeting with these opponents ended with a win for the Eagles.

Thus, the current form stating that guests should avoid these disadvantages least-day match in the CL.

However, home advantage and the French contingent desperation not to lose a place in the last 16 could seem they put on a great fight. Also, the home team is better in general in clashes the previous h2h. Consequently, betting BTTS has the potential game this week.

Lyon vs Benfica Betting Tips

Dual Opportunity: Benfica or Draw @ 1.80 (4/5).

Both Teams Score @ 1.60 (3/5).

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Zenit St. Petersburg vs RB Leipzig Predictions & Match Previews Champions League at Tuesday, 5 November 2019

Zenit St. Petersburg vs RB Leipzig
Champions League
Date: Tuesday, 5 November 2019
Kick-off at 17:55 UK/ 18:55 CET
Venue: Gazprom Arena (Saint Petersburg).

Team News

Zenit St Petersburg

Malcom and Emanuel Mammana both sidelined for Zenit, while Aleksandr Kokorin fitness shortage.

The first choice goalkeeper Andrey Lunev also expected to miss out on the Russian side. Mikhail Kerzhakov should deputize.

Igor Smolnikov and Vyacheslav Karavaev battle to start at right-back for the home team.

Yaroslav Rakitskiy will incur a one-match ban with future bookings in the competition.

RasenBallsport Leipzig

RB Leipzig will continue to be without five players through injury: Tyler Adams, Hannes Wolf, Willi Orban, Patrick Schick and Ibrahima Konate.

Emil Forsberg will be expected to start in Russia but it will be hard to topple Christopher Nkunku after perfect WhoScored 10 shows on weekends.

Amadou Haidara will incur a one-match ban by next yellow in the competition.

Zenit vs Leipzig - Match Stats

Zenit have won seven of eight European matches their last home, and 12 of their last 14 (D1 L1), the only draw coming against Leipzig. their record at St Petersburg in the group stage of the Champions League is W8 D8 L3.

Zenit winless in their last three matches against German visitors enclosure (D1 L2); indeed, they have won only twice in their nine games against Bundesliga clubs in St Petersburg (D2 L5).

Matchday 1 success at Benfica only won four European away Leipzig in their 13th game (D4 L5).

Zenit St Petersburg vs RB Leipzig Betting Tips

Zenit playing host to Leipzig on Tuesday night, as they look to take control of Group G. The visitors will be hoping to stay ahead, which will require at least a point.

Russia came into this match on the back of a 1-1 draw against CSKA Moscow at the weekend. Despite the dominant side, Zenit failed to produce a final product that is enough, which is a worry ahead of the match against the team of Leipzig has been in fine scoring form of late. Not only Germany in the third run wild clothes last couple of days ago, they also came out on top (2-1) when the couple met in the reverse fixture two weeks ago.

Fortunately for the hosts, Gazprom Arena is very difficult for non-Russian side to go, as is illustrated by the fact Zenit have lost only two of their 23 home matches continent since 2015.

This will be the second home match of Zenit's Champions League campaign. First time out at this point, they got the better of Benfica in style, winning by three goals to one. They have moments of weakness in the back, but looked a real threat to the future and do a better job of both teams creating chances and produce the final product.

However, creating opportunities and come up with a touch of something Leipzig is also doing very well this term. Tuesday's visitors notched twice on route to beat Zenit in Germany two weeks ago, while they come into this match having scored no less than eight goals in the Bundesliga on Saturday afternoon. Moreover, their first away game in Group G resulted in three points, as they got the better of Benfica, winning by two goals to one.

When the couple met two weeks ago, despite the three goals scored, there is an abundance of quality end-of-third in the event. In fact, they cancel each other somewhat. Keeping this in mind, 'Under 2.5 Goals' appeal ahead of this match. The starting price would suggest high scores game possibility, although there is no reason to suggest the possibility of a relatively low-scoring affair that is greater than the possibility today would have us believe.

Not just the reverse fixture a bit lucky dealt three goals, Leipzig did not create a lot when playing away at Benfica; despite scoring twice, they only registered only three shots on target. Moreover, Zenit really did not give much away just in their previous group matches at this place.

In the end, with not much jumps out in terms of price, support a low-scoring game at least appear to offer passengers a slice of value. Those looking to nail the scoreline pointed toward a narrow victory for the hosts, who were lucky to admit when first playing at home in Group G.

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Genk vs Liverpool Betting Tips : Champions League Match Preview & Prediction at Wednesday, 23 October 2019

Genk vs Liverpool

Champions League

Date: Wednesday, 23 October 2019

Kick-off at 20:00 UK/ 21:00 CET

Venue: Luminus Arena (Genk).

News Team

The main fitness concerns surrounding Liverpool One, who suffered an ankle injury against Leicester City before the international break and then missed Sunday's trip to Old Trafford.

The fact that her clothes had been shut down in the locker room is a piece of subterfuge from the Reds, but also showed that he was not too far from the back and he could be available for this match.

Prayers should fail, then he is likely to be replaced by Divock Origi, who spent nine years in Genk youth system before joining Lille in 2010.

Xherdan Shaqiri is the only other injury doubt for the visitors after Alisson Becker and Joel Matip well back from hiatus respectively against United on Sunday.

There is a possibility that Klopp can use this game to make changes with one eye on the game coming, and if that happens then people like Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Naby Keita and Sunday hero Adam Lallana is among those hoping to start.

Genk will be without goalkeeper Danny Vukovic once again with an Achilles injury, while Neto Borges is still sidelined with a foot problem.

Mazzu Felice manager can choose to largely the same XI that held Napoli on matchday two, which will see people like John Lucumi and Jere Uronen back into the side.

Genk possible starting lineup:

Coucke; Maehle, Lucumi, Dewaest, Uronen; Heynen, Hagi, Berge; Ito, Samanas, Bongonda

Liverpool are probably starting lineup:

Dread; Alexander Arnold, Matip, Van Dijk, Robertson; Milner, Fabinho, Wijnaldum; One, Firmino, Mane

interesting statistics

This is the first meeting between KRC Genk and Liverpool in any competition. Belgium only previous match with British opponents in European competition was in the 2011-12 Champions League group stage, drawing 1-1 at home and lost 5-0 at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea.

Liverpool have played five European Cup / Champions League game against Belgium, keeping five clean sheets in those games - one victory of becoming 1978 European Cup final against Club Brugge.

While the British team are unbeaten in their last 14 Champions League tie against Belgian teams (W12 D2 L0), Liverpool have only won one of the last 10 away Champions League group stage match them (W1 D3 L6), losing each of the four in a row.

Should Genk failed to beat Liverpool, they will set a record for games played in the European Champions Cup / League without a win, after playing 14 (W0 D8 L6), level with Floriana FC and Shamrock Rovers.

At 23 years and 148 days, KRC Genk named the youngest average age of early XI in a match in the Champions League this season in a 0-0 draw against Napoli on matchday two.

PREDICTION

Liverpool's new form on the road is not suitable from the best European. Klopp men - not counting two Champions League finals as they played at a neutral ground - have won just two of their last eight games on the road and lost in six others. It will no doubt be music to the ears of Genk but there is no getting away from the quality gap between the sides. Hoping three more points for the Reds.

scoreline prediction: Genk 0-2 Liverpool

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Salzburg vs Napoli Betting Tips : Champions League Match Preview & Prediction at Wednesday, 23 October 2019

Salzburg vs Napoli

Champions League

Date: Wednesday, 23 October 2019

Kick-off at 20:00 UK / 21:00 CET

Venue: Red Bull Arena (Salzburg).

NEWS TEAM

SALZBURG

Salzburg almost produced an incredible comeback against Liverpool at the last but could not keep having leveled the game.

Salzburg were three goals down at Anfield and showed great character to fight back but want to avoid defeat here to go back on track.

Hwang Hee-Chan is doubtful for this game, but should partner Norwegian starlet Erling Haaland Braut if he passes a fitness test.

Predicted line-up (4-4-2): Stankovic; Kristensen Onguene, Wober, Ulmer; Szoboszlai, Mwepe, Junuzovic, Minamino; Hwang Hee-Chan, Haaland

Not available: Bernede (Hurt), Walke (Injured)

Doubtful: Hwang Hee-Chan (Injured)

NAPOLI

Napoli were held to a disappointing draw with Genk match day two and hopefully this result is not essential in a competitive Group E.

Napoli almost have a full complement of players available, but back Hysaj law is uncertain while Nikola Maksimovic remains out.

Fabian Ruiz is likely to have a big say in the game and he will be responsible to dictate the game in what should be a high-octane contest.

Predicted line-up (4-4-2): Meret; Di Lorenzo, Manolas, Koulibaly Ghulam; Callejon Allan Fabian Ruiz, Insignia; Milik, Mertens

Not available: Maksimovic (Injured) Hysaj (Injured)

Doubtful: Lozano (Hurt)

Prediction

It is a game between two teams that have a fascinating individual quality, but at a level quite different.

However, Salzburg has the quality to be in the Champions League, it is clear that Naples has a team much more capable and more valuable than the Austrian team.

I expect that we can have another fascinating game here, much like what happened in previous matches of the local population, who were impressive from an offensive standpoint and with many goals.

Defensive errors are also distinguished tactics and technical quality of the team is unbalanced, which should stimulate some game goals.

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Ajax vs Chelsea Betting Tips : Champions League Match Preview & Prediction at Wednesday, 23 October 2019

Ajax vs Chelsea

Champions League

Date: Wednesday, 23 October 2019

Kick-off at 17:55 UK/ 18:55 CET

Venue: Johan Cruijff Arena (Amsterdam).

Team News

Ajax welcome back Hakim Ziyech Saturday as they overcame RKC Waalwijk 2-1 Mandemakers Stadion. The 26-year-old Moroccan international suffered a thigh injury in September and should be fit enough to play a role Wednesday against Chelsea. Apart from this, ten Hag has a team in top form to choose.

Moreover, Lampard has a number of absentees ahead of this crucial Champions League tie on. The 41 year old confirmed that Ross Barkley is a doubt after the midfielder rolled his ankle against Newcastle Saturday, while the severity of the injury is not yet known.

N'golo kanté remains a doubt after picking up a groin injury with France in international service, while Andreas Christensen (hamstring), Emerson (thigh), Antonio Rudiger (groin), Ruben Loftus-Cheek (Achilles tendon) and Marco van Ginkel (knee) are all set to the gap.

Ajax starting eleven as possible:

Ako; Dest, Veltman, blind, Tagliafico; Alvarez Martinez; Ziyech Van Beek, Promes; Tadic

Chelsea can starting lineup:

Kepa; James, Zouma, Tomori, Alonso; Jorginho, Kovacic, Mont; Willian Abraham Hudson-Odoi

Verdict

This could be one of the most entertaining devices played in Europe this week, with both teams having queues exciting attack. There will be goals and both parties are confident of their chances. Ajax have forged a formidable reputation over the last 12 months and they prove they can still compete with the big European clubs. They see this as an opportunity to take another scalp, but the visitors were far better than many predicted as Frank Lampard. A random score seems like a good bet.

Ajax 2-2 Chelsea

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RB Leipzig vs Zenit St. Petersburg Betting Tips : Champions League Match Preview & Prediction at Wednesday, 23 October 2019

RB Leipzig vs Zenit St. Petersburg
Champions League
Date: Wednesday, 23 October 2019
Kick-off at 17:55 UK / 18:55 CET
Venue: Red Bull Arena (Leipzig).

Match PREVIEW RB Leipzig vs Zenit St. Petersburg

Champions League back to Leipzig because they face the Russian side Zenit St Petersburg on matchday three competitions. Zenit visit Red Bull Arena looking to top the group while the Red Bull looks to get there campaign back on track following the defeat to Lyon. Nagelsmann julian's side have been back three points from six so far as they look to bounce back from a 0-2 home defeat to the French Side Lyon. Contrastingly, which Russia has deployed four points and look for back to back wins group stage following a 3-1 victory over Benfica in the second day of the match.

Both sides will be looking to make a statement in Group G, which as it stands, all parties are bogged down with only 6 points as we approach the halfway stage of the tournament. Leipzig came into the game without a win in four matches in all competitions, while the Sky Blues on the back of three straight wins. A draw suited both to a certain extent, but a win for either would cement a real statement and show real signs of intent in qualifying for the round of 16.

News Team RB Leipzig vs Zenit St. Petersburg

Leipzig head coach Julian Nagelsmann without three key players due to injury as the host team Zenit on Wednesday.

Defender Ibrahima Konate out with a muscle problem suffered in the defeat against Lyon, Hannes Wolf attacking midfielder sidelined with a fractured leg and fellow summer signing Patrik Schick had been suffering with an ankle problem since joining on loan from Roma.

But Leipzig is not the only team to be frustrated by their new signing.

Zenit boss Sergei Semak is unable to pick Malcom Brazilian winger, who joined from Barcelona, ​​with a hip injury that could keep him out until Christmas.

advanced joining defender Emanuel Mammana interesting - a long-term absentee with a serious knee injury - on the sidelines.

Leipzig possible starting lineup:

Gulacsi; Klostermann, Upamecano, Orban, Halstenberg; Sabitzer, Laimer, Demme, Forsberg; Poulsen, Werner

Zenit possible starting lineup:

Kerzhakov; Karavayev, Ivanovic, Rakitskiy, Santos; Shatov, Ozdoyev, Barrios, Driussi; Dzyuba, Azmoun

PREDICTION

After a blistering start to the season, the form of RB Leipzig has slumped to the side without a Bundesliga win in four in all competitions. They will be eager to end their four-match winless run at home when they welcome Zenit to Red Bull Arena.

Zenit's teeth for the Champions League match on the back of a resounding 6-1 victory over Rostov. Away from home, however, the shape of Russian champions have been indifferent with just two wins to their name from their last five on the road.

The two meet in the Europa League last March, with RB Leipzig emerged as 2-1 winners. A repeat of the scoreline possibilities.

PREDICTION:

RasenBallsport Leipzig 2: 1 Zenit St Petersburg

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Manchester City vs Atalanta Betting Tips : Champions League Match Preview & Prediction at Tuesday, 22 October 2019

Manchester City vs Atalanta

Champions League

Date: Tuesday, 22 October 2019

Kick-off at 20:00 UK/ 21:00 CET

Venue: Etihad Stadium (Manchester).

Manchester City vs Atalanta preview

News Team

Manchester City defender Kyle Walker and Nicolas Otamendi both back in training ahead of their Champions League Group C Tuesday's clash with Atalanta at the Etihad Stadium.

Walker missed the Premier League win Saturday at Crystal Palace through illness and Otamendi also absent with a knock sustained on international duty.

Fellow defender John Stones could also feature after an unused substitute at the weekend following a recovery from a thigh injury. Aymeric Laporte and Leroy Sane remain on the sidelines.

Duvan Zapata is a doubt with Atalanta leading scorer nursing a thigh injury he took over the international break.

If the fitness test fails Zapata, Luis Muriel is expected to lead the line.

Marten de Roon pushing for a recall has been named among the substitutes for Saturday's 3-3 draw with Lazio.

key stats

It will be the first meeting between Manchester City and Atalanta. The Cityzens faces four different clubs from Italy in UEFA European competition, namely Juventus, AC Milan, AS Roma and Napoli and have taken at least one victory against each of the four clubs.

Atalanta previous European meeting with British opponents were in 2017-18 Europa League group stage, where they won both their matches against Everton, including a 5-1 hammering at Goodison Park.

Manchester City have won their opening two UEFA Champions League group stage games this season; in the previous 27 times the British team had done it, they all go to the next round.

Atalanta is the first Italian club lost the first two UEFA Champions League matches; the last team who lost their opening three in the competition Otelul Galati of Romania in 2011-12, losing all six of their group stage matches of the season.

Manchester City only faced eight shots in their two Champions League games so far this campaign, seven fewer than any other team.

PREDICTION

Pep Guardiola made so many changes at the weekend and Manchester City still have work to do. They were not outstanding but they take a hit to get the results of the previous week out of their system.

Vulnerable side is that they do not have a central defender Rodri and Fernandinho left there for the game Crystal Palace.

Rodri could walk in there, and he had a little Virgil van Dijk in her. No one seemed in a hurry or not phase her and she performed very well. It is positive to see the City register a clean sheet.

Raheem Sterling is very involved, you can take your pick from Bernardo, David Silva or Riyad Mahrez, while Gabriel Jesus scored. He will probably make three or four changes again here but I expect them to win comfortably.

Jesus had said when he was not playing, but so has Phil Foden. Give him some game time and get him involved. This can be a balance that gave him a starting place against Atalanta. It will be a comfortable night for City.

CHARLIE predicts: 4-0

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