Away from the Champions League games, the Europa League is taking shape already having gotten to the round of 16. At this stage, there are no ‘lesser’ sides anymore and one can expect shocks and upsets all over.
Regardless, we’ve put together some of the best tips to go with from today’s action just as we always do.
Olympiacos vs Arsenal Betting Tips and Predictions
Straight Wins
Ajax continue their impressive run in the Europa League this season as they progress in the round of 16 with their game against Young Boys. Young Boys might be a tough and formidable opponent but Ajax has been really impressive this campaign. They are unbeaten in their last five league games with just a draw in that run. Elsewhere, Young boys haven’t found a win in their last three games with the matches ending in draws. This represents a good chance for Ajax to take home the win and the advantage in the first leg. Bet9ja has 1.62 odds, Bet365 has 1.60 odds and 1xBet has 1.66 odds.
Tottenham have recently found their form and are winning and winning big. In form players, Bale and Kane are their in-form players now and are banging in the goals. Dinamo Zagreb doesn’t look the side to stop the rampaging Tottenham in this tie. With four wins in four competitions and their high margins of winning recently, they are sure to take the first leg tie home. Bet9ja has 1.42 odds, Bet365 has 1.40 odds and 1xBet has 1.43 odds.
Roma confidently won both legs in their Europa League tie which saw them qualify for the next round. Beating Braga home and away, Shakhtar Donetsk is the latest opponents to face a resilient Roma side. Roma take on an inconsistent Shakhtar side who have failed to find consecutive wins in the league in their last six games. Roma would also have in form players like Pedro, Mayoral and others to help see this win come through. Bet9ja has 1.57 odds, Bet365 has 1.53 odds and 1xBet has 1.58 odds.
Villareal just saw off tough opponents RB Salzburg in the round of 32 fixtures in the competition. They are tactically a tougher side than who they were given this round in the shape of Dynamo Kyiv. No wins in five games might make you wonder but they have been one of the most inform sides in the Europa League this season with no losses in the competition so far. At this stage, they have surely set their sight to take the trophy. Bet9ja has 1.96 odds, Bet365 has 1.90 odds and 1xBet has 1.97 odds.
Over 2.5 Goals
Manchester United have been inconsistent of late but recently got some confidence after a derby victory against Manchester City. We cannot also rule out AC Milan who seem to be back to winning ways in the Serie A. It makes it rather difficult to easily call a winner. Both sides aren’t shy to score goals as they are both among the top 3 sides with the most goals in their respective leagues. Both teams are likely to score and it benefits our pick. Bet9ja has 1.80 odds, Bet365 has 1.80 odds and 1xBet has 1.85 odds.
Granada pulled a surprising win over favourites Napoli to move closer to the trophy and they face Molde who have scored in all their matches but one in the competition this season. Molde have proven to be prolific goal scorers scoring at least 2 goals a game in their last six fixtures. Granada, on the other hand, have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last four matches making this a very interesting pick. Bet9ja has 1.67 odds, Bet365 has 1.72 odds and 1xBet has 1.76 odds.
Tottenham scored a total of eight goals in the past round of fixtures in the Europa League and followed it up with a four-goal mauling in the London derby fixture against Crystal Palace in their last league game. This is enough evidence that Jose’s men have found their goalscoring boots. We tipped them to take the win earlier but we see them winning emphatically here again. Bet9ja has 1.56 odds, Bet365 has 1.57 odds and 1xBet has 1.65 odds.
The Ajax and Young Boys fixture is another one selected here in this section as both sides are proven goal threats. We see a win for Ajax but not a really easy one as Young Boys can also be a threatening going forward and they can prove that here today. Both sides are also likely to score which would mean more goals. Bet9ja has 1.62 odds, Bet365 has 1.61 odds and 1xBet has 1.69 odds.
Anytime Goal-scorer
Bale
The Welshman has been impressive in recent weeks. With six goals already in his last six matches, he is looking to be back to his old self. He has formed a really good partnership with striker Harry Kane up top and he has scored in consecutive games in the Europa League already. Bet9ja have 2.25 odds while Bet365 have 2.37.
Fernandes
The Portuguese talisman is fresh from leading his side to a win over cross-town rivals Manchester City in the Manchester derby. He scored the first goal which eased the pressure on United and saw them take all 3 points. He has also been instrumental in their Europa League campaign with his important goals for the team. He is the top scorer for the team in all competitions and he is their go-to man when it comes to vital goals. Bet9ja have 2.25 odds while Bet365 have 2.37.
Tadic
Tardif has seen himself become a very influential player in this Ajax side. He has provided the side with his much-needed experience, his goals and his assists. The 32-year old would be looking to continue his impressive run of form and give them a win, after providing an assist and scoring a goal in their 2-legged tie that saw them move to the next round. He is the one who can inspire this side to another victory. Bet9ja have 2.25 odds while Bet365 have 2.10.
Borja Mayoral
Real Madrid loanee is enjoying his spell with Italian side Roma and he has proven to be the striker they needed to move further in this competition. He has five goals in eight matches which makes him the top scorer for his team in this competition. He has also netted consecutive goals in the competition which saw his team see off Braga to advance. He would be vital today with his goals and he can surely step up to the occasion. Bet9ja have 2.25 odds while Bet365 have 1.95.
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