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Ice Hockey

NHL

Odds: 1.61Stake: 5/10

The Florida Panthers and Boston Bruins are set to contest the second match of the NHL Eastern Conference's second round series. Florida Panthers The Florida Panthers are struggling in the current playoffs following a successful first round, where the team scored an average of 4 goals per game and conceded just 2.8. In their first match against Boston, their defence significantly weakened, conceding 5 goals in the last two periods (a 1:5 defeat). In the last game against Boston Bruins, the Panthers' defence was unable to withstand the opponent's onslaught, conceding 3 goals in the second period and 2 in the third. Goalkeeper Sergei Bobrovsky, who deflected 24 of 28 throws, was unable to become a reliable support for the team. In the attack, Matthew Tkachuk stands out among the Panthers' players, scoring 4 goals and making 6 productive assists in the postseason, including extending his 6 game scoring streak. Brandon Montour and Niko Mikkola led the defence, but failed to protect the goal from the opponent, giving the Bruins numerous opportunities to throw at the goal. Sergei Bobrovsky, despite his 35 years and experience, is facing difficulties this season, but expectations remain high. The upcoming games will be decisive for the goalkeeper and the entire team to demonstrate their potential to redeem themselves in the series. Boston Bruins The Boston Bruins are showing impressive results on the road. They started the playoffs with a 5:1 victory over the Florida Panthers shortly after triumphing in the seventh game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. With only one day rest between games, the Bruins showed high productivity, scoring 5 goals against Florida away in the first game. In the second period of this game, the team scored three goals, which was key to victory. Goalkeeper Jeremy Swayman deflected 38 of 39 throws, confirming his reputation as a reliable goalkeeper. His playoff stats are impressive: 5 wins and 2 defeats with a save percentage of 95.5% and a GAA of 1.42. The Bruins' offence, which ranked 12th in the regular season, and their defence, which ranked 6th, fully demonstrated their abilities. The defenders also made a significant contribution to the team's success. Brandon Carlo and Mason LoRey not only provided reliable defence, but also actively participated in attacking actions. Carlo scored one goal and assisted on a goal to David Pastrnak, who executed it in overtime, securing a 2:1 victory over the Maple Leafs in the first round. LoRey also scored a goal and an assist. Match Prediction: Florida Panthers vs Boston Bruins Florida must take the second home match travelling to Boston 2-0 down in the series is a clear sign of defeat. In the first match, despite outshooting their opponents, the Panthers failed to capitalise on their chances. Bobrovsky is more than capable of reverting to his usual quality of play and single-handedly nullifying the threat posed by Marchand and his team. I'm betting on Florida.

08.05.2024

Club Brugge will host Fiorentina in the second leg of the Conference League semi-finals. The starting whistle of the clash will sound on 8 May at Jan Breydel Stadium in Brugge at 16:45. Current form of Club Brugge In the Conference League semi-finals, Brugge faced off against their opponent in Italy and lost to Fiorentina with a scoreline of 2:3, despite the permanent role of the chasing team. This match saw the Belgian team showing resilience, equalising for the first time on the 17th minute thanks to a penalty taken by Hans Vanaken. The team levelled the score for the second time on the 63rd minute courtesy of Brazilian striker Igor Tiago, further disadvantaged after the expulsion of Raphael Onidika. Brugge conceded the third goal on 90 1 minutes.In the Belgian championship, Niki Hainen's team is delivering spectacular results, taking the top spot in the league table and outpacing the nearest contender by 2 points. Right before the second leg in the Conference League, Brugge achieved an away victory against Antwerp with a scoreline of 2:1, marking the seventh consecutive victory in the national league.Thus, despite international challenges, Brugge is demonstrating a stable form on the domestic front. Given this, the Belgians are still hopeful for a successful end to the season in the European cups, even considering the necessity to catch up in the return match. However, for success, they will need not only to maintain defensive focus but also improve goal situation realisation. Current form of Fiorentina Fiorentina showed assurance in the first leg of the Conference League semi-finals, achieving a hard-fought victory over Brugge with a score of 3:2. The match started well for the Italians with an early goal from Riccardo Sottil on the 5th minute, but then they had to recover twice. Andrea Belotti and M'Bala Nzola scored the rest of the goals, with the latter netting the winning ball on the 91st minute. Brugge, playing with ten men, succeeded in levelling the score.In tandem with the European pursuits, Fiorentina continues its battle in Serie A, where Vincenzo Italiano's squad settled in the 9th place of the league table after a defeat from Verona (1:2). Despite unstable performances in the national championship, the team retains chances for European cups qualification, trailing by 1 point from the 8th place.Before the second match of the Conference League semi-finals against Brugge, the Florence team is resolute, regardless of recent domestic championship misfortunes. The team receives support from history: it has 12 consecutive matches without losses in the current Conference League run. Playing away, Fiorentina will face difficulties, yet they maintain the status of favourites due to their high productivity and Italiano's strategic approach, notwithstanding the absence of Sottil due to injury. Prediction for the match Club Brugge - Fiorentina The first match saw many goals, but on the road, the Violets with a 1-goal lead certainly won't launch an all-out attack, as was shown in the matches against the much weaker Sparta, a team the Violets couldn't score against in 2 matches during regular time. I'm betting on a total of under 2.5 goals.

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Soccer

UEFA - Europa Conference League

Under (2.5)

Odds: 2.05Stake: 5/10

win

+5.3

08.05.2024

Vlaim and Sigma Olomouc B are set to clash in the Czech second league today. Vlaim Current Form In their last match, Vlaim suffered a 1:5 defeat against Dukla. Currently, Vlaim is in the 7th spot in the tournament with 35 points after 26 matches, bagging 8 victories, suffering 7 losses, and 11 draws. The team's goal balance is 35:35. At present, Vlaim's form is unstable featuring 1 victory and 2 draws.Dukla Prague is leading the table with 50 points after 26 games played, boasting 15 victories and 6 losses. Sigma B Current Form In their latest match, Sigma Olomouc B faced off against the MS Tborsko team and secured a 1:0 victory. The lone goal in this match was netted at the 58th minute thanks to Mikulenka. This allowed Sigma B to maintain their winning streak, which currently consists of five consecutive victories. In the FNL league table, Sigma B is in third place, with a total of 45 points after 26 matches played. Tborsko holds the 4th spot. Match Prediction: Vlaim - Sigma B Sigma's second squad is on an impressive run, defeating all their opponents, including those in the top zone. Vlaim, on the other hand, has managed only 1 victory in the last 5 rounds. My pick is an away win.

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Soccer

Czech Republic - FNL

Handicap2 (0)

Odds: 2.36Stake: 5/10

win

+6.8

08.05.2024

SK Hanacka Slavia Kromeriz

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Soccer

Czech Republic - FNL

Odds: 1.59Stake: 5/10

win

+3.0

Today's match is between Varnsdorf and Kromeriz in the Czech FNL league. Varnsdorf's current form Varnsdorf played a draw in their last match against Vysocina Jihlava with a score of 3:3. In the FNL season 2023/2024 table, Varnsdorf occupies the 14th place. The team has so far played 26 matches: they've secured 6 victories, experienced 9 losses, and landed on a draw 11 times. Varnsdorf's goal tally stands at 45:45, and the team has 29 points. Their recent form includes 2 victories and 2 draws. Vysocina Jihlava is positioned on the 13th place in the league table. They've played 26 matches, won 8, lost 11, earning 31 points. Kromeriz's current form Kromeriz played a draw in their latest match against Sparta V with a score of 3:3. Currently, Kromeriz is anchored at the bottom of the second Czech league, securing the 16th spot with 24 points. They've played 26 matches where they have counted 6 victories, 14 defeats, and 6 draws. Kromeriz's goal statistics stand at 27:43. Kromeriz managed to secure a draw after suffering 4 consecutive losses. Match prediction for Varnsdorf - Kromeriz In the first round face-off, Varnsdorf clinched a victory with a scoreline of 2:1. Now, I expect another host victory. The visitors haven't registered a win in the first Czech league for the last 11 rounds and have been trailing in the last position for a long time. Varnsdorf, on the other hand, has a fighting chance of pulling through.

08.05.2024

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Soccer

Czech Republic - FNL

Odds: 1.64Stake: 5/10

Today, Vykov and Vysocina are facing off in a Czech First League match. Current Form of Vykov In the last battle against Viktoria Žižkov, Vykov suffered defeat with a scoreline of 2:3. Currently, Vykov stands at the second place in the leaderboard of the Czech First League for the season 2023/2024. Out of the 26 matches played, the team has secured 13 victories, conceded defeat 6 times, and drew 7 games. The overall goal record stands at 44:32 while the collected points tally at 46. The current form of the team includes 3 wins and 1 draw. Meanwhile, Viktoria Žižkov ranks 12th on the table with 32 points, after 26 matches in which they've claimed 9 victories and tasted defeat 12 times. Current Form of Vysocina Vysocina Jihlava ended their clash against Varnsdorf with a 3:3 draw. In the Czech First League, Vysocina is on the 13th spot after having played 26 matches. The team has managed to claim victory 8 times, suffered defeat 11 times, and ended up drawing 7 times. With a total goal tally of 38:39, the team has accumulated 31 points. The recent form shows: 1 win and 2 draws. Varnsdorf stands 14th in the league with 29 points after completing 26 matches, bagging 6 victories, and conceding defeat 9 times. Match Prediction Vykov - Vysocina I'm wagering on the hosts' victory; Vykov has promising opportunities for promotion, while Vysocina has been lingering on the edge of the relegation zone for some time now.

08.05.2024

Mladost Lučani and Crvena Zvezda are set to duel it out in the Superliga championship group today. Current Form of Mladost Mladost Lučani lost 3:2 against Radnički 1923 in their last match on 2 May. Mladost is currently seventh in the Serbian league. The team has played 33 matches, with 12 wins,14 losses, and 7 draws. Their goal count stands at 36:48. As they stand, they have 43 points, and their current form suggests a downward shift with 4 defeats in the last 5 rounds. Radnički 1923 is sitting fourth on the table. Current Form of Crvena Zvezda Crvena Zvezda has already secured the league title following Partizan's slip-up. Their last match saw them triumph 2:1 against Bačka Topola. At this time, Crvena Zvezda are on top of the table with 84 points, the result of their 33 matches. Their record boasts 27 wins, 3 losses, and 3 draws. The team's scoring statistics are impressive: 82 goals for and 25 conceded. Their form points to them currently being in good game shape (4 wins and 1 draw in the last 5 rounds). Bačka Topola currently sits third in the table with 66 points from their 33 matches, including 19 victories and 5 losses. Prediction for Mladost - Crvena Zvezda Match I predict a landslide victory in favour of the Serbian league champions. With Mladost's recent track record of 4 losses in their last 5 games, they stand little chance against the in-form champions.

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Soccer

Serbia - Super Liga

Handicap2 (-1.5)

Odds: 1.6Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

08.05.2024

The match between Vojvodina and Cukaricki is set to take place today as part of the Serbian Superliga. Current Form of Vojvodina Vojvodina demonstrated efficiency in the recently played match against Partizan, winning with a score of 3:2. Vojvodina is in the 6th position of the Serbian Superliga leaderboard for the 2023/2024 season. The team has played 33 matches so far, with 15 victories, 9 losses, and 9 draws. Vojvodina's scoring stats are 54 goals scored and 47 conceded, equating to 54 points. The team's current form consists of 3 wins and 1 draw. Partizan Belgrade is sitting in the 2nd position of this tournament, with 22 wins and 7 defeats, totalling 70 points after playing 33 matches. Current Form of Cukaricki Cukaricki continues to display excellent gameplay, defeating Napredak with a 2:0 score in their latest match. Currently, Cukaricki holds the 5th position in the Serbian Superliga table with 54 points after 33 matches. Their record includes 15 wins, 9 losses and 9 draws. The team is in good form with 3 wins and 1 draw in the last 5 rounds. Napredak Krusevac is less confident in the 8th position, having 39 points after 33 games, including 11 victories and 16 defeats. Prediction for the Vojvodina - Cukaricki Match Both teams are competing for the 4th spot and are achieving excellent results in the Serbian league. Therefore, my bet is on a total of over 2.5 goals.

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Soccer

Serbia - Super Liga

Over (2.5)

Odds: 1.66Stake: 5/10

win

+3.3

08.05.2024

The match between Zbrojovka Brno and Viktoria Zizkov is set to occur today within the Czech First League. Current Form of Zbrojovka Brno Zbrojovka Brno garnered a victory against Prshibram with a score of 2:0 in their last match. At present, Zbrojovka Brno occupies the 8th position in the FNL 2023/2024 championship leaderboard with 34 points after 26 matches played. The team has marked 10 victories, 12 losses and 4 draws. Their overall goal ratio stands at 34:34. The team's form over the last 5 matches includes 2 victories and 1 draw. Prshibram holds the 11th position in the chart with 33 points after 26 games, marking 10 wins and 13 losses. Current Form of Viktoria Zizkov Viktoria Zizkov triumphed over Vyshkov with a 3:2 score in their last match. Although Viktoria Zizkov's place in the championship leaderboard is question-worthy they hold the 12th position out of 26 teams, their form in recent games is excellent with 3 victories in 5 rounds. Vyshkov is in second place with 46 points, which makes the victory of Viktoria Zizkov more substantial. Predictions for the match: Zbrojovka Brno - Viktoria Zizkov I'm going with a plus handicap for the visitors based on recent matches, as Viktoria outplayed one of the leaders from the Czech Second League.

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Soccer

Czech Republic - FNL

Handicap2 (+1)

Odds: 1.72Stake: 5/10

win

+3.6

08.05.2024

A match between the teams Tborsko and Opava will take place under the first league of the Czech Republic at 15:30. Present form of MAS Tborsko Not long ago, Tborsko suffered a 0:1 defeat to Sigma B. In the ongoing 2023/2024 season, Tborsko holds the 4th position on the first Czech league leaderboard. The team has played 26 matches, with 11 victories, 6 losses and 9 draws. Their overall goals tally stands at 36:23, and they've accrued 42 points. The form of the team in the recent 5 matches: 2 wins and 1 draw. Sigma B sits at 3rd place on the leaderboard having played also 26 matches. They've claimed 14 victories, suffered 9 defeats and currently stack up 45 points. Present form of Opava Opava drew with a scoreline of 0:0 against Hradec Krlov in their last match. Currently, Opava holds the 10th position in the first Czech league leaderboard with 34 points after 26 matches, wherein the team secured 9 victories, took 10 losses and drew 7 times. They netted 27 goals, and conceded 29. The team's form reads as follows: 2 wins and 2 draws. Hradec Krlov stands at the 5th place with 38 points after also playing 26 matches, boasting of 10 victories and suffering 8 losses. Prediction for the Tborsko - Opava match Head-to-head meetings between the teams indicate mutual dominance by Opava, who've emerged victorious in 7 out of 17 matches, while Tborsko only managed to win 4 games. In the first round, the teams played out a 2:2 draw. Given that Opava often snatches points from the leaders, I'm placing my bet on them scoring.

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Soccer

Czech Republic - FNL

Team 2 Over (0.5)

Odds: 1.61Stake: 5/10

win

+3.1

08.05.2024

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Soccer

Czech Republic - FNL

Odds: 1.81Stake: 5/10

In the upcoming match of the Czech Republics Second League, teams Hradec Krlov and Dukla Prague are set to compete. Current form of Hradec Krlov Hradec Krlov in their recent match against Opava resulted in a 0:0 draw. Current statistics place Hradec Krlov at the 5th spot in the league table, with a tally of 10 victories, 8 defeats and 8 ties from the 26 matches played. Their goal balance stands at 45:41, and they've earned 38 points in total. The team's form in the last 5 matches emerges as: achieving 1 victory and 2 draws.Opava, ranking 10th on the league table, can boast of 9 wins, 10 losses and a score of 34 points post 26 rounds. Current form of Dukla Dukla Prague continues to yield outstanding results in the current season of the Czech Republics Second League 2023/2024. In their latest match against Vlaim, Dukla disclosed their dominance with a 5:1 victory. At present, Dukla sits at the deserved top place in the league, securing 50 points from the 26 matches played. The team has displayed consistent results, achieving 15 wins, 6 losses, and 5 draws. With a goal figure of 44:27, Dukla's attacking efficiency is reflected in their current form of 3 victories and 1 draw. Vlaim holds the 7th spot in the table, reflecting 35 points after 26 matches. Predictions for Hradec Krlov - Dukla Prague Match Dukla still hasn't resolved their advancement to the premier league, with Vykov only 4 points behind in the second place. Considering Hradec Krlov's inconsistent results in recent tours, my bet rests on the victory of the league leader.

08.05.2024

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Soccer

Serbia - Prva Liga

Metalac Gornji Milanovac

Team 2 (Over) 0,5

Odds: 1.65Stake: 5/10

On 8th May at 15:00, there will be a contest between the Vrsac and Metalac teams as part of the Serbian First League. Current form of OFK Vrsac Vrsac demonstrated an impressive game in their last match against Novi Sad, securing a 2:0 victory. Vrsac sits at the second position in the Serbian First League with 43 points after 33 matches played. The team holds a 3-point cushion from the relegation zone and has recorded 11 victories, 10 draws and 12 defeats, including 2 victories in the last 5 rounds. Novi Sad, however, languishes at the 7th position with 24 points from 33 matches, showcasing less convincing results. Current form of Metalac Metalac, in their last encounter against Sloboda Uzice on 2nd May, faced defeat with a scoreline of 1:2. Metalac currently sits at the 4th spot in the Serbian First League table. Over the course of the 2023/2024 season, they have played 33 matches, winning 10, losing 12 and drawing 11. All in all, Metalac has amassed 41 points by netting 30 goals whilst conceding 36. As of now, their form constitutes 2 wins and 1 draw. Sloboda takes the 5th spot in the table after playing 33 matches as well, winning 10, losing 13 and tallying 40 points. Match prediction for Vrsac - Metalac My bet is on a goal from Metalac in a match between broadly equal competitors. The visitors have been scoring a lot for themselves in recent rounds: there have been victories 3:2 and 4:2, with a total of 9 goals scored across 4 rounds.

08.05.2024

In today's Serbian Super League, Napredak and Partizan Belgrade will face off. Current form of Napredak In its last match, Napredak was served with its fourth consecutive defeat by Chukaricki, with a scoreline of 0:2. The team currently sits at the very bottom of the Serbian league championship group, the 8th place. Napredak has played 33 matches, and out of which they have won 11, lost 16 and drawn 6. They have scored a total of 33 goals and conceded 48, and at the moment have gathered 39 points, keeping them floating in the 8th position. The team's recent form includes four consecutive losses. Chukaricki sits comfortably at the 5th spot in the league table with 15 wins and 9 losses after 33 games, accumulating 54 points in total. Current form of Partizan Partizan Belgrade clashed against Vojvodina in their last match, and unfortunately tasted another defeat with a scoreline of 2:3. Currently placed at the second spot in the Serbian Super League, Partizan is failing to deliver towards the end of the season and counting their defeat against Red Star in the Cup semi-final, they have now lost 5 consecutive matches. They are 14 points behind the leader, with a total of 70 points from 33 rounds featuring 22 victories and 7 losses. Match prediction: Napredak - Partizan For the match between the current run of underperformers, I'm backing Napredak with a positive handicap. They managed to pull off a win in the first round after a series of defeats in head-to-head meetings.

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Soccer

Serbia - Super Liga

Handicap1 (+1.5)

Odds: 1.69Stake: 5/10

win

+3.5

08.05.2024

The teams of AEZ Zakakiou and Apollon are due to meet on the pitch in the context of the Cypriot League. Current form of AEZ AEZ Zakakiou succumbed to a defeat against Othellos with a score of 1:3 in the recent match of the Cyprus Championship. In the league table, AEZ Zakakiou has long occupied the last 12th position after 38 matches played. The team demonstrated a record of 2 victories, 25 defeats, and 11 draws, scoring 38 goals and conceding 94. At this point, they have 17 points, and the current form of the team is: five consecutive losses. Current form of Apollon Apollon Limassol continues its path in the 2023/2024 season and confidently leads the relegation group. In the last match against Karmiotissa, the teams failed to decide on a winner, ending the match with a score of 0:0. Despite the drawn outcome, Apollon Limassol maintains the 7th position in the league table, having collected 60 points in 38 matches played. Their current form is: 1 win and 2 draws. Predictions for the matchAEZ - Apollon AEZ has been relegated from the Cypriot League for a few months and is on a terrible losing streak, but Apollon is first in the group and there's no motivation to thrash a weak opponent. I'll try a bet on a positive handicap for the hosts.

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Soccer

Cyprus - 1st Division

Handicap1 (+3)

Odds: 1.53Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

08.05.2024

Today, in the framework of the Romanian Liga 2, Şelimbăr will clash with Mioveni. Current form of Şelimbăr Şelimbăr emerged victorious in the previous match against Gloria Buzău, scoring 2:1. In this season, CSK 1599 Şelimbăr holds the third position in the league table, displaying consistency and strength. With 8 games in the champion's group under their belt, the team managed 1 win, 3 losses, and 4 draws, with a goal difference of 6:10. Accumulated points including the main championship amount to 49, with recent form being: 1 win and 2 draws. Current form of Mioveni In their latest encounter, Mioveni faced Chixsereida Mercuria-Chuk and claimed a 3:1 victory. Presently, Mioveni occupies the 6th place in the top Romanian league table. The team competed in 8 matches, earning 1 win, enduring 4 losses, and achieving 3 draws. The total goal balance stands at 5:8, putting Mioveni's point tally at 39. The team's form over the last 5 games has been irregular: 1 win and 1 draw. Chixsereida Mercuria-Chuk stands 5th in the league table after playing 8 matches, securing 2 wins and suffering 4 losses. The team has accumulated 40 points. Prediction for Şelimbăr - Mioveni match Both teams have shown extreme inconsistency in recent rounds, with only 1 goal scored in 2 personal meetings. I'm placing my bet on TU.

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Soccer

Romania - Liga 2

Under (2.5)

Odds: 1.48Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

08.05.2024

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Soccer

Oman - Pro League

Odds: 1.79Stake: 5/10

Sur will compete against the team of Ibri in the Omani Professional League this Wednesday at 13:45. Current Sur form Sur outplayed Al-Shabab Barka by a score of 2:1 in the last match. The team is currently holding the 9th position in the table with 5 wins, 6 draws, and 8 defeats and a goal difference of 25:28. Sur reports 2 wins and 1 draw in the last 5 matches. Current Ibri form Ibri continues its struggle in the Omani Professional League, aiming to improve its ratings for the current 2023/2024 season. The recently played match against Al-Wahda ended with a scoreline of 1:2 in favour of the opponents. Ibri started the match quite confidently, scoring the first goal at the 6th minute. However, Al-Wahda managed to respond with two goals at the 43rd and 56th minutes, rounding off the match with a win. In the league table of the Omani Professional League, Ibri currently sits at the 7th position, following 19 played matches, of which the team claimed 7 victories, incurred 9 defeats and 3 draws. The overall goal balance counts 19 scored and 21 conceded goals. Sur - Ibri match prediction I expect Sur to prevail with a handicap (0), having managed to pull further away from the relegation zone after a productive series with 1 defeat in the last 5 rounds. At the moment, the team has amassed 24 points and displays a form with 2 wins and 1 draw in the last 5 rounds.

08.05.2024

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Soccer

UEFA - Europa League

Odds: 1.53Stake: 5/10

On Thursday, 9th of May, the return leg of the Europa League semi-final, will see Leverkusen's Bayer host Roma. Predominantly, "Pharmacists" have gained a comfortable advantage last week and have a high chance of accomplishing a treble this campaign, having not lost a single match. Predicted Line-ups Bayer:Kovar; Tapsoba, Tah, Hincapie; Frimpong, Andrich, Xhaka, Grimaldo; Wirtz, Adli; Schick.Roma:Svilar; Celik, Mancini, Smalling, Spinazzola; Cristante, Paredes, Pellegrini; Dybala, Lukaku, El Shaarawy. Stadium The tie will take place in Leverkusen at the BayArena. Bayer A 48-match unbeaten run with 41 wins and 7 draws, this record defines Bayer Leverkusen, who haven't conceded a single loss this campaign, and this streak got maintained last week in Rome (a 0:2 win in the first leg of the Europa League semi-final). Frankly, Xabi Alonso's charges this season have turned into the team with the greatest unbeaten run in the modern era, ending Bayern's 11-year hegemony on the home front and crowned Bundesliga champions well before the end of the national championship. Moreover, the Black and Reds are contesting for the German Cup, with the final set against humble Kaiserslautern taking place on 25 May. Last weekend, the host team once again pleased their fans by beating Eintracht Frankfurt in the league (1:5); with goals being scored by Xhaka, Schick, Palacios, Frimpong and Bonif. It's crucial to note that Bayer registered at least two goals in the last ten home matches across all competitions, scoring nine victories out of them. Roma As last season's Europa League finalist, Roma fully understands the daunting challenge ahead if they are to overthrow Bayer in this tie. "The Wolves" must level the tie (Having lost the first leg 0:2) and most importantly, finally beat the "Pharmacists", a feat that no team has accomplished this campaign so far. De Rossi's men are not in their best form when current results are taken into account: The Scarlet and Orange drew 2:2 with crisis-stricken Napoli in the league, and last weekend settled for a draw against Juventus in a fairly open shoot-out (1:1); Lukaku and Bremer each registering a goal in the first half. As a result, the Romans fell behind Atalanta into the fifth position in the league table, which guarantees a place in the Champions League. A positive note for the Rome-side is that they have only faced one defeat in their last eleven away matches (6 wins, 4 draws, 1 loss). Head-to-head Meetings Last year, these two clubs met at the Europa League's stage at this venue, with Jose Mourinho's Roma assuring their place in the finals (1:0 on aggregate). Match Prediction Bayer vs Roma Bayer Leverkusen this season appears to be an invincible machine, and therefore it's hard to imagine any slip-up by the "Pharmacists" at the most crucial moment of their Europa League campaign. Xabi Alonso's men encountered no issues even at the packed Olimpico stands, and now they will have their own fans cheering them. It seems like Roma is not mentally ready to finish the season on a high note, prompting me to bet on the home side's triumph. Total Score Prediction Bayer has managed to score at least twice in their last ten home clashes across all competitions. No signs indicate that this streak will end this Thursday. Corner Prediction Roma must cut down a two-goal deficit, hence the visitors will be forced to push forward and attack. My bet is on Roma's individual corner total to clock in over 3.5. Yellow Card Prediction Each side possesses speedy attacking wings, hence defenders will have to commit many fouls (six yellow cards were shown in the first match). My bet is on a total of more than 4.5 bookings. Score Prediction I'll bet on a 3:1 exact score in favour of Bayer.

07.05.2024

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Soccer

UEFA - Europa League

Odds: 1.75Stake: 5/10

On Thursday, 9 May, as part of the second leg of the Europa League semi-final, "Atalanta" will host "Marseille" at their home ground. The Italian team is a step away from its first European Cup final, although the "porters" haven't lost in their last five matches and have gained good momentum. Stadium The match will be held in Bergamo at the Atleti Azzurri stadium. "Atalanta" "Atalanta" managed not to lose at the Velodrome a week ago, which is a success for the Bergamaschi. For instance, the team's head coach Gasperini said after the match that he understood why "Marseille" had lost only one home match this season (against PSG). As for the hosts, the blue-and-whites have lost only twice in 2024 and have a run of two consecutive victories at home: against "Fiorentina" (4:1) and "Empoli" (2:0). "Atalanta" ranks fifth on the Serie A table and currently has every chance to qualify for the upcoming Champions League. Last Monday, the Italian club had to work hard in Salerno, but the favourite managed to claim its third consecutive championship victory (1:2), with Scamacca and Kupminas scoring in the second half. Gian Piero Gasperini's charges are not only doing well in Europe, but have also booked themselves a place in the final of the countrys cup at the end of this month they will meet "Juventus" in Rome. "Marseille" "Marseille" fans showed great support for their favourites from the stands at the Velodrome, but it wasn't enough for their team to win a week ago. Generally, the white and blue are failing to make it into European cups through the national championship, as they are only in 7th place in the tournament table, two points behind "Lens" (last weekend the team did not play in Ligue 1 due to this semi-final). However, Jean-Louis Gasset's charges are heading to Italy without defeat in their last five matches, drawing with "Toulouse" (2:2) and "Nice" (2:2) at home at the end of April. While "Atalanta" have never made it to the final of the European cups, the "porters" can boast rich achievements in this aspect: they were the strongest team in Europe in 1993, and then lost in 1999, 2004 and 2018 in the final matches of the UEFA Cup and the Europa League. It's important to note that "Marseille" have only won one of six away matches on the continental stage this campaign, and have also only earned 11 points away from home in Ligue 1. Head-to-head Meetings The match a week ago ended in a 1:1 draw, and before that, the teams had never met. "Atalanta" vs "Marseille" Match Prediction "Marseille" had all the chances to win the first meeting and gain an advantage before the trip to Italy, but failed to take several good chances to score. Football often reminds us that we need to seize our chances, as the opponent will not delay doing it after some time. This is exactly the scenario that could unfold in Bergamo, especially since the "porters" have lost four of their last five away matches. "Atalanta" has been performing beautifully at home and have every chance to enter their first European Cup final, I bet on a home win. Total Prediction "Marseille" has conceded at least twice in all five of their previous away matches, while the hosts have managed to score six goals in the last two matches. Confidently place a bet on Atalanta's individual total over 1.5 goals. Corner Prediction With the support of the home stands, "Atalanta" will be the first to play and dominate possession, so it makes sense to bet on a Bergamos victory in corners. Yellow Cards Prediction Neither side is known for their penchant for rough play, so I'm betting on under 4.5 total yellow cards in the match (one yellow was shown in the first match). Score Prediction I predict an exact score of 2:1 in favour of "Atalanta".

07.05.2024

The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Dallas Mavericks are set to face off in the semifinals of the NBA Western Conference tomorrow morning. Oklahoma City Thunder The Oklahoma City Thunder have shown their prowess, breezing into the second round of the playoffs for the first time since the 2015/2016 season, a significant feat given they surpassed the Pelicans without star performances from their leader Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Thunder concluded the first round on a home record of 35-8 and hope to improve their performance in the upcoming home games. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 27.3 points, 5.0 assists, and 1.5 steals in the first round, although his regular-season performances were higher. The young leader of the Thunder welcomed a son during the series, expressing his readiness for new challenges in the second round, emphasising the importance of teamwork and added support from one of the best perimeter defenders, Luguentz Dort. In the regular season, the Thunder ranked high in almost every offensive and defensive category, maintaining an impressive balance. They placed in the top 5 in several categories and ended the season with average scores of 105.3 points per game with a 48.2% success rate and conceded an average of 89.5 points per game with opponents scoring at 39.6%. Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams have contributed significantly, averaging 21.3 and 7.3 rebounds respectively. The Thunder displayed their strength in the first round of the playoffs, defeating New Orleans by a confident score of 4-1 in which Gilgeous-Alexander and Dort were key figures. Their next challenge is Dallass defence, against which they have won three out of four encounters this season, including both home games. The Thunder also boasts high accuracy in field goals and free throws, demonstrating 38.7% and 74.3%. The absence of players on the injury list is a crucial indicator. Dallas Mavericks The Dallas Mavericks have entered the second round of the playoffs following a hard series against the Los Angeles Clippers, culminating in a 4-2 victory. In the first-round series, Luka Dončić, despite straining his right knee, averaged 29.8 points, 9.5 assists, and 8.8 rebounds, demonstrating leadership qualities, although his shooting accuracy was lower than usual - 40.5% from the field and 23.9% from behind the three-point line. Now, the Mavs face the task of overcoming the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round, who have dominated their home games. Dončić, along with Tim Hardaway Jr., who returned after an ankle sprain, and Kyrie Irving, who averages 26.5 points, will be key figures in the Mavs' offense. Dallas averages 107 points per game at a 46.5% success rate, ranking second since the 2011 championship. It's worth noting that Jason Kidd has signed a multi-year contract with the team, highlighting his importance to the club. The Mavericks show strong results at home, but their away matches, including games against the Thunder where they have suffered 4 defeats in the last 5 encounters, require special attention. Injuries have impacted the team's line-up; the absence of Maxi Kleber, who is out for several weeks, is particularly notable. It creates problems for the Mavericks frontline depth. PJ Washington and Derrick Jones Jr. will assist in play-making, while Dončić will strive to endure his injury difficulties and continue to be the focus as one of the team's leaders. Prediction for the game Oklahoma City Thunder - Dallas Mavericks Oklahoma considerably holds strong, plus Dallas, apart from the Irving-Dončić pair, by bench strength and game efficiency, have no trumps against the youthful and balanced team of Mike Daigne. I expect a victory for the home team with a spread (-2.5).

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Oklahoma City Thunder

Handicap1 (-2.5)

Odds: 1.75Stake: 5/10

win

+3.8

07.05.2024

The Boston Celtics and the Cleveland Cavaliers will square off today in the NBA Eastern Conference Semi-Finals today. The Boston Celtics The Celtics are set to start the Eastern Conference Semifinals with a well-rested team, following their 4-1 series win against Miami. Kristaps Porziņģis is expected to miss the entire second round due to a right calf injury obtained in the series against Miami. Despite this significant absence, Porziņģis is actively working on his return to the court. The Boston Celtics have shown high offensive efficiency in the first round, placing fifth in the playoffs with an average of 108 points per game. Defensively, they're notable too, claiming second place by allowing just over 92 points per game. They lead in three-pointers in the playoffs, making an average of 15 successful shots per game. Players Jaylen Brown, Derrick White and Jason Tatum are each scoring more than 21 points per game on average.During the regular season, the Celtics defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers twice and lost one game when Mitchell was out for the Cavs. The Celtics are aiming for their third consecutive Eastern Conference Finals, banking on their ability to overcome a weary Cavaliers side. The team employs a successful offense with 47.4% field goal percentage and a 38.5% three point percentage. Jaylen Brown (averaging 22.8ppg, 7.0rpg, and 2.2apg), Jason Tatum (21.8ppg and 10.4rpg) and Derrick White (22.4ppg and 3.2apg) display high performance, making the team a tough competitor for the championship. Kristaps Porziņģis contributes 12.3ppg and 1.5 blocks per game. The Cleveland Cavaliers The Cleveland Cavaliers showed resilience by defeating the Orlando Magic in a nail-biting 4-3 series, gaining the opportunity to face Boston in the second round. Cavs' leader Donovan Mitchell made a notable impact, scoring 39 points in Game 7, having already raked in 50 points in the prior two games. Over the last three games, he has scored 119 points, exhibiting his leadership in crucial moments. Caris LeVert has also made a significant contribution, scoring 15 points in the last game and helping the team orchestrate one of the most notable comebacks in NBA Playoff history.The Cavs rank 12th in the playoff series for points scored, averaging just under 95 per game, and have the lowest three-point percentage. They rank fifth in points allowed, conceding 101 points per game, and third in field goal defense. In terms of three-point shooting defense, they allow opponents to score only 10 three-pointers per game. Furthermore, the team is last in rebounds and steals in the playoffs.Key centre Jarrett Allen missed the last three games due to a rib injury, but his contribution during the regular season was notable, averaging 17.0ppg and 13.8rpg. Mitchell continues to be a key player for the Cavs, averaging nearly 29ppg in the playoffs. Cleveland now faces the challenge of not just dominating at home, but claiming a victory in Boston to contend for the Eastern Conference Finals. A decision regarding Allen's participation will be made shortly before the game. Boston Celtics - Cleveland Cavaliers match prediction Considering how much effort the Cavs exerted to just edge out the Orlando newcomers, it appears they're left without a fighting chance against the well-rested and powerful Celtics. I predict that the Boston Celtics' ITO (Individual Total Over) will exceed 111,5 points. After a low-scoring series, and without Allen, the Cavaliers' defense will struggle to contain Boston's fantastic offensive performance.

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Team 1 Over (111.5)

Odds: 1.89Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

07.05.2024