Univ Craiova 4:1 cfr
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Univ Craiova vs cfr
Romanian Liga I, 19h45
Craiova have a very young and talented team, that made very good progress under Italian coach Nicolo Napoli. They are very powerful at home.
The visitors are looking to keep in touch with the leading pack, but are faltering and seem to have internal problems also. The Portuguese players are accusing the Argentines that they don't give everything for the team. Their game isn't impressive at all and I cannot see them winning tonight in a full packed stadium.
I tip Craiova not to lose tonight, with a value as high as 6/11.
Romanian Liga I, 19h45
Craiova have a very young and talented team, that made very good progress under Italian coach Nicolo Napoli. They are very powerful at home.
The visitors are looking to keep in touch with the leading pack, but are faltering and seem to have internal problems also. The Portuguese players are accusing the Argentines that they don't give everything for the team. Their game isn't impressive at all and I cannot see them winning tonight in a full packed stadium.
I tip Craiova not to lose tonight, with a value as high as 6/11.
Liverpool vs Aston Villa
English Premier League, 17h00
Aston Villa are in a slump right now, having not won in six successive games. Still they were joint fourth with Arsenal coming into the week-end. They have a small squad and fatigue is getting the better of them.
Liverpool won 4-1 at Old Trafford last week to regain their title hopes. Torres and Gerrard will turn on the show again today. They started only 7 games together this season, but did very well by scoring 11 goals between them. The Reds can come just won point behind United if they win.
Liverpool is unbeaten against the first five in the league.
I tip Liverpool to win, at 1/2.
English Premier League, 17h00
Aston Villa are in a slump right now, having not won in six successive games. Still they were joint fourth with Arsenal coming into the week-end. They have a small squad and fatigue is getting the better of them.
Liverpool won 4-1 at Old Trafford last week to regain their title hopes. Torres and Gerrard will turn on the show again today. They started only 7 games together this season, but did very well by scoring 11 goals between them. The Reds can come just won point behind United if they win.
Liverpool is unbeaten against the first five in the league.
I tip Liverpool to win, at 1/2.
Friday, March 20, 2009
FC Arges vs Steaua
Romanian Liga I, 19h45
Today I am betting again against Steaua. They are bad away from home, but the bookies keep making them favourites. That is because they have the most titles in Romanian football.
Steaua managed only 2 wins away all season and has a low quality squad.
FC Arges are good at home, winning 5 drawing 4 and losing none. They have very good young talents and I tip them to have a good game tonight.
I tip FC Arges not to lose, valued at 7/11.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Athletic Bilbao vs Real Madrid
Spanish Primera Division, 22h00
Real Madrid were trounced 4-0 at Anfield. They need to bounce back and that is not good news for the hosts.
Los Merengues have won their last 5 against today's opponents. Real Madrid trail leaders Barca by 6 points. The domestic league is the only chance for them to get any silverware this season.
Cannavaro, gago and Guti are out for the guests.
I tip Raul & Co to win, at 11/10.
Spanish Primera Division, 22h00
Real Madrid were trounced 4-0 at Anfield. They need to bounce back and that is not good news for the hosts.
Los Merengues have won their last 5 against today's opponents. Real Madrid trail leaders Barca by 6 points. The domestic league is the only chance for them to get any silverware this season.
Cannavaro, gago and Guti are out for the guests.
I tip Raul & Co to win, at 11/10.
Friday, March 13, 2009
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Dynamo Kyiv vs Metalist
Uefa Cup, 18h00
Metalist have been brilliant in reaching this stage of the competition. They ousted Sampdoria in the last round, 3-0 on aggregate. Also, they have not conceded in their previous six. But they face familiar opposition now.
It's the most successful team in Ukraine, Dynamo Kyiv. A team that has produced great talent, like Andriy Shevchenko. They qualified after winning on away goals against Valencia. Artem Kravets is the danger man up-front, scoring 4 times in 3 matches, including once in a 2-0 win at Metalist in the domestic league.
I tip Dynamo to win, at 4/5.
Uefa Cup, 18h00
Metalist have been brilliant in reaching this stage of the competition. They ousted Sampdoria in the last round, 3-0 on aggregate. Also, they have not conceded in their previous six. But they face familiar opposition now.
It's the most successful team in Ukraine, Dynamo Kyiv. A team that has produced great talent, like Andriy Shevchenko. They qualified after winning on away goals against Valencia. Artem Kravets is the danger man up-front, scoring 4 times in 3 matches, including once in a 2-0 win at Metalist in the domestic league.
I tip Dynamo to win, at 4/5.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Barcelona vs Lyon
Champions League, 20h45
In the first leg it finished 1-1. Barcelona are in search of glory, while Lyon has a good UCL record, reaching the Quarterfinals three years in a row.
Barcelona will be without Pujol, but Guardiola stated that the Blaugrana must go in search of the goal, even though a goalless draw would see them through. The talent is so high across the squad, with Messi, Henry, Eto'o, Iniesta and Xavi. Daniel Alves will always push forward on the right-hand side.
With the very large pitch at the Nou Camp, I think Lyon does not stand a chance in front of the hosts' technical superiority.
I tip Barca to win, at 5/11.
Champions League, 20h45
In the first leg it finished 1-1. Barcelona are in search of glory, while Lyon has a good UCL record, reaching the Quarterfinals three years in a row.
Barcelona will be without Pujol, but Guardiola stated that the Blaugrana must go in search of the goal, even though a goalless draw would see them through. The talent is so high across the squad, with Messi, Henry, Eto'o, Iniesta and Xavi. Daniel Alves will always push forward on the right-hand side.
With the very large pitch at the Nou Camp, I think Lyon does not stand a chance in front of the hosts' technical superiority.
I tip Barca to win, at 5/11.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Liverpool vs Realmadrid
Uefa Champions League 1st knock-out round 2nd leg, 20h45
This is such an interesting game to watch. It will be so tight. But still, I have made up my mind on the outcome.
Liverpool have a one goal cushion from the first leg played at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. Benitez is known for his tactical approach to the game and the manner in which his troops grind out results. Benayoun is injured for the Reds, while Fernando Torres will play a part in this game only if his presence is needed, as he is recovering from an ankle injury. Daniel Agger is also out. Gerrard will be the best man for the hosts once again.
Realmadrid are trying to get something from this one. Raul has called this match the game of the season, marking that they have to score twice. Juande Ramos will field his best eleven tonight, as he welcomes back defender Pepe from suspension. Robben is fully recovered from injury.
This will be a very entertaining match, with the Spanish giants attacking and Liverpool pushing forward all the time. We will witness outstanding goalkeeping from two of the best keepers in the world, Pepe Reina and Iker Casillas.
I reckon Liverpool are strong favourites for this clash. Still,
I tip this match to finish with under 2.5 goals. The price is 3/5.
Uefa Champions League 1st knock-out round 2nd leg, 20h45
This is such an interesting game to watch. It will be so tight. But still, I have made up my mind on the outcome.
Liverpool have a one goal cushion from the first leg played at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. Benitez is known for his tactical approach to the game and the manner in which his troops grind out results. Benayoun is injured for the Reds, while Fernando Torres will play a part in this game only if his presence is needed, as he is recovering from an ankle injury. Daniel Agger is also out. Gerrard will be the best man for the hosts once again.
Realmadrid are trying to get something from this one. Raul has called this match the game of the season, marking that they have to score twice. Juande Ramos will field his best eleven tonight, as he welcomes back defender Pepe from suspension. Robben is fully recovered from injury.
This will be a very entertaining match, with the Spanish giants attacking and Liverpool pushing forward all the time. We will witness outstanding goalkeeping from two of the best keepers in the world, Pepe Reina and Iker Casillas.
I reckon Liverpool are strong favourites for this clash. Still,
I tip this match to finish with under 2.5 goals. The price is 3/5.
Sunday, March 08, 2009
FC Brasov vs Steaua
Romanian Liga I, 14h00
Brasov is one of the best home sides in the Romanian Liga I, being undefeated. In addition to that I can state they are one of the best defensive teams. Razvan Lucescu is a hard-working coach, with good performances also in European football. He took Rapid to the QUarterfinals of the Uefa Cup, two years ago.
Steaua are not that good away for some time now, even though every year they challenge for the title. Captain Radoi, the spirit of the team was sold to Al Hilal. They also have some missing players with coach Marius Lacatus suspended.
I predict Brasov will not lose, with prices as high as 1/2.
Romanian Liga I, 14h00
Brasov is one of the best home sides in the Romanian Liga I, being undefeated. In addition to that I can state they are one of the best defensive teams. Razvan Lucescu is a hard-working coach, with good performances also in European football. He took Rapid to the QUarterfinals of the Uefa Cup, two years ago.
Steaua are not that good away for some time now, even though every year they challenge for the title. Captain Radoi, the spirit of the team was sold to Al Hilal. They also have some missing players with coach Marius Lacatus suspended.
I predict Brasov will not lose, with prices as high as 1/2.
Saturday, March 07, 2009
Realmadrid vs Atletico Madrid
Spanish Primera Division, 20h00
Tonight, the Spanish capital will split for the match between bitter rivals, Realmadrid and Atletico. It is not so much about the standings, but as in other derbies is about passion. The stats say that Real are favourites, as they won for the last 3 times against Atletico, with the previous two being draws. The hosts are second to Barca in the standings four points behind and have put together a great run of 10 consecutive League wins.
Both teams will play the return leg away next week in the first knock-out round of the Champions League, but with difficult tasks as Real are travelling to Liverpool with a goal deficit, while Atletico are equal with Porto, 2-2.
Atletico has beaten Barca 4-3 last week, but Real Madrid have a tighter defence which does not suit Aguero or Forlan. Raul has a very good scoring record against today's rivals.
Robben and Gago are out for Realmadrid.
I predict a win for Realmadrid, priced at 7/10.
Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Tuesday, March 03, 2009
Portsmouth vs Chelsea
English Premier League, 20h45
Portsmouth have somehow got their morale back under caretaker manager Hart. Pompey managed 4 points out of their last 2 games. But now they are facing Chelsea.
A revived Chelsea side under Hiddink which looks very very strong at the moment. It is good to see Drogba running so much. Of course, the Blues got a big scare when they were equalized by Wigan at Stamford Bridge ten minutes from time, but they showed a lot of confidence as they managed to win that game. That puts them 7 points adrift of Manchester United with 3 wins out of 3. Ricardo Carvalho is still out, while Essien is very close to full fitness.
I tip Chelsea to win tonight, with a price about 3/5.
English Premier League, 20h45
Portsmouth have somehow got their morale back under caretaker manager Hart. Pompey managed 4 points out of their last 2 games. But now they are facing Chelsea.
A revived Chelsea side under Hiddink which looks very very strong at the moment. It is good to see Drogba running so much. Of course, the Blues got a big scare when they were equalized by Wigan at Stamford Bridge ten minutes from time, but they showed a lot of confidence as they managed to win that game. That puts them 7 points adrift of Manchester United with 3 wins out of 3. Ricardo Carvalho is still out, while Essien is very close to full fitness.
I tip Chelsea to win tonight, with a price about 3/5.
Monday, March 02, 2009
Sunday, March 01, 2009
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