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Spain - La Liga

Odds: 1.89Stake: 5/10

On Sunday, 19 May, as part of Matchday 37 of La Liga, 'Barcelona' will host 'Rayo Vallecano'. Xavi's team currently sits second, four points ahead of 'Girona', while 'Rayo' is 15th and has effectively secured their spot in the elite division. Stadium The match will be held in Barcelona at the Olympic Stadium. Barcelona This week 'Barcelona' maintained their second place in the La Liga standings by defeating the relegated 'Almeria' (2:0). Fermin Lopez not only scored twice but also stood out as one of the few bright sparks for the Catalans. After losing El Clasico to 'Real Madrid' at Bernabeu on 21 April (3:2), 'Barca' then secured three wins in four rounds against 'Valencia' (4:2), 'Real Sociedad' (2:0), and 'Almeria' this week. Despite losing twice to 'Girona' this season (2:4 in the first round and 4:2 in the second leg), they hold a 4-point advantage over the white and maroon team with two rounds to go in the league. Thus, 'Barcelona' will secure the silver medals with a win on Sunday, regardless of Michel's side's result. It is worth noting that Xavi's team ranks only fourth overall in points earned at home (43 in 18 home matches, 40 goals scored, 21 conceded). Rayo Vallecano This season, 'Rayo Vallecano' has been a big disappointment for their fans but will remain in La Liga, courtesy of even poorer performances by 'Cadiz', 'Granada', and 'Almeria', with the latter two already officially relegated. Despite being 15th in the standings, the Madrid side has a comfortable 6-point lead over the 'Pirates', needing just one point in the final two rounds to secure their La Liga spot. This week, the red and whites beat 'Granada' 2:1, despite Trejo's early red card in the 8th minute, ending a three-match winless streak with losses to 'Villarreal' (3:0) and 'Almeria' (0:1). At the same time, 'Rayo' performs quite well away from home, collecting 18 points in 18 away matches (11th best in the division, 11 goals scored, 19 conceded). Head-to-Head In their last five matches against 'Barcelona', 'Rayo' is undefeated, having won three times, with the points shared earlier this season (1:1). Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction 'Barca' has practically guaranteed themselves the silver medals of the championship, and there is no doubt that tonight the Catalans will delight their fans with one last home win of the season. 'Rayo' has been in a crisis in recent weeks and lacks tournament motivation their spot in the La Liga is essentially guaranteed. My prediction a triumph for the favourite with a -1.5 handicap. Total Prediction 'Barca' will want to treat their fans to a vivid victory, so they will aim to score multiple goals. I bet on 'Barcelona's individual total over 2 goals. Corners Prediction 'Barcelona' outclasses their opponent, will play on home turf, and seize the initiative from the start. I bet on 'Barcelona' to win by corners with a -2.5 handicap. Yellow Cards Prediction 'Rayo Vallecano' will have to defend a lot, meaning the guests will likely commit more fouls. I bet on a win for the Madrid side by yellow cards. Score Prediction I bet on a score of 3:0 in favour of 'Barcelona'.

19.05.2024

Today, Rapid Vienna will face Hartberg in the Austrian Bundesliga Championship match. Current Form of Rapid Vienna On 12 May, Rapid Vienna clashed with Austria Klagenfurt in a tense Austrian Bundesliga match. The match concluded with Rapid securing a minimal 1:0 victory, an important step-up in the league table. Currently, Rapid stands 4th in the championship with 28 points after 31 rounds, advancing to the Europa League playoffs. Current Form of Hartberg On 12 May, Hartberg battled one of the league leaders, Red Bull Salzburg, in the 31st round of the Austrian Bundesliga, concluding with a 1:5 loss for Hartberg. Hartberg holds the 5th position in the championship with 25 points. Out of 31 rounds, the team has won 11 matches, lost the same number, and drew 9. Hartberg's forwards have netted 46 goals but have conceded 52. Prediction for Rapid Vienna - Hartberg Match The teams will have a dress rehearsal for the Europa League playoff match, which takes place a week later. I believe no one will be playing at full strength, possibly fielding second-string players, so I'm betting on TU.

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Austria - Bundesliga

Under (3.5)

Odds: 1.6Stake: 5/10

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+3.0

19.05.2024

Today, the Austrian Bundesliga will witness a thrilling clash between Sturm Graz and Austria Klagenfurt as they compete for the championship title. Current Form of Sturm Graz Sturm Graz football club continues to impress with their performances in the 2023/2024 season. Their last encounter was with LASK on May 12, which ended in a 2:2 draw. Currently, Sturm Graz leads the Austrian Championship standings. The team occupies the first place after 31 matches, with 18 victories, 3 losses, and 9 draws, boasting an overall goal record of 54:23. With 41 points in their tally, the team confidently moves forward, 2 points ahead of Salzburg. Meanwhile, LASK sits in third place on the leaderboard with 34 points. Current Form of Austria Klagenfurt Austria Klagenfurt remains steady in their performances in the Austrian Bundesliga, holding the 6th place in the 2023/2024 season standings. With 22 points after 31 games, the team has shown decent results: 9 wins, 10 losses, and 12 draws, with an overall goal difference of 40:48. On May 12, Austria Klagenfurt faced Rapid and lost narrowly with a score of 0:1. The only goal was scored by Mayulu in the 46th minute. Austria Klagenfurts form is the weakest in the championship group, having suffered 4 losses in their last 5 rounds. Match Prediction: Sturm Graz vs Austria Klagenfurt Sturm Graz is obliged to secure 3 points in the game, whereas Austria Klagenfurts place in the championship group seems somewhat fortuitous, as evidenced by their frequent defeats.

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Austria - Bundesliga

Handicap1 (-1)

Odds: 1.6Stake: 5/10

win

+3.0

19.05.2024

Today, a match will take place between Hajduk Split and Gorica within the Croatian Championship. Current Form of Hajduk On 12 May, Hajduk Split played a tense match against Istra within the Croatian Championship. The encounter ended in a 1:1 draw. Following this match, Hajduk Split sits 3rd in the standings with 62 points after 34 matches (19 wins, 10 losses, and 5 draws). Their recent form over the last 5 matches includes 2 wins and 1 draw. Istra is in 7th place with 41 points from 35 matches. Current Form of Gorica On 10 May, Gorica secured an important victory against Rude with a score of 2:1. After this match, HNK Gorica holds 8th place in the 2023/2024 Croatian Championship. The team has played 34 matches, winning 10, losing 16, and drawing 8, with a total goal balance of 32:48, earning them 38 points. Rude is at the bottom of the table in 10th place. They have played 34 matches, secured only 1 win, and earned 7 points. Prediction for Hajduk vs Gorica In recent head-to-head encounters, Hajduk Split exhibits dominance. Out of 25 matches, Hajduk Split has won 11 times, whereas Gorica has triumphed in 9 games, with 5 matches ending in a draw. The goal statistics also favour Hajduk (43 against 29). Neither team appears to have strong motivation judging by recent performances. Given this, my prediction is for TU 3 goals.

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Croatia - HNL

Under (3)

Odds: 1.81Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

19.05.2024

Today, as part of the Latvian Virsliga, the teams Jelgava and Riga will face off. Current form of Jelgava On May 15, Jelgava played a tense match against one of this season's strongest opponents, Rigas Futbola Skola. The game ended with a 1:2 scoreline in favour of the visitors, adding another defeat to Jelgava's tally. Currently, Jelgava sits in 10th place in the Latvian Virsliga standings, having secured only 2 wins in 13 matches this season. With a modest 8 points and a goal difference of 8:23, the team faces significant work to improve their game. Rigas Futbola Skola confidently leads the table with 31 points, occupying the top spot thanks to 10 wins and just 2 losses during the same period. Current form of Riga In their last match against Liepaja on May 14, Riga played to a 1:1 draw. Riga managed to maintain the lead until the end of the game. After 13 matches played, Riga FC occupies second place in the standings with 26 points. Their form in the last 5 games is as follows: two draws, two wins, and one loss. With 8 wins, 3 losses, and 2 draws, the team's goal balance stands at 21:10. Prediction for Jelgava vs Riga Given that Jelgava is one of the underdogs in the championship, consistently losing matches, and Riga is due for a win following a series of draws, my bet is on the visitors with a handicap of (-1.5).

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Latvia - Virsliga

Handicap2 (-1.5)

Odds: 1.54Stake: 5/10

win

+2.7

19.05.2024

Today, a match between Red Bull Salzburg and LASK will take place within the framework of the Austrian Bundesliga. Current Form of Red Bull Salzburg Red Bull Salzburg continues to showcase its competitiveness in the Austrian Bundesliga. In their last match on 12 May, the team secured a convincing victory over Hartberg with a score of 5-1.Currently, in the 2023/2024 season, Red Bull Salzburg holds the second place in the championship. The team has played 31 matches, securing 19 victories, suffering 5 defeats, and ending 7 games in a draw, earning them 39 points. Their goal record is an impressive 67 scored against 28 conceded. Hartberg, on the other hand, is in 5th position with 26 points after 31 rounds. Current Form of LASK On 12 May, the football club LASK faced Sturm in an Austrian championship match. The encounter ended in a tense 2-2 draw. The start of the game clearly favoured the home team.LASK occupies the 3rd place in the standings, having amassed 34 points after 31 rounds. The team has achieved 3 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 rounds. Match Prediction: Red Bull Salzburg vs LASK Salzburg faltered in the April stretch, allowing Sturm to take the lead in the championship race, with LASK just 5 points behind Salzburg. I predict a goal from the visitors.

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Austria - Bundesliga

Team 2 Over (0.5)

Odds: 1.54Stake: 5/10

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+2.7

19.05.2024

On Sunday, the match between Ross County and Aberdeen will take place in the classification round of the Scottish Premiership for the 7th-12th places. Current Form of Ross County On 15 May, Ross County played away against St. Johnstone in another match of the Scottish Premiership. The game ended in a 1-1 draw. At the moment, Ross County occupies the 11th place in the Scottish Premiership table for the 2023/2024 season. The team has played 33 matches, securing 7 wins, suffering 17 defeats, and drawing 9 games. The total goal count stands at 32 scored and 56 conceded, earning the club 30 points. Ross County is in a tough spot and is fighting to stay in the league, trying to improve their standing and avoid relegation. In the last 5 matches, the team has shown mixed results with 2 wins and 1 draw. Current Form of Aberdeen Aberdeen demonstrated a confident performance and secured an impressive 5-1 victory over Livingston on 15 May. The first goal was scored on the 51st minute by Livingston's Yengi, who converted a penalty. It was an unexpected start, but Aberdeen quickly restored balance and scored 5 goals in a row. The victory improved Aberdeens position in the league table. The team now occupies 9th place in the championship with 35 points after 33 matches played. Aberdeen counts 8 wins, 11 draws, and 14 losses. Livingston stands at the bottom, 12th place, with 18 points, including 3 wins and 21 losses. Prediction for the Match Ross County - Aberdeen Aberdeen is in splendid form with 4 consecutive victories, Im betting on their fifth consecutive win.

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Scotland - Premiership

Handicap2 (0)

Odds: 2.05Stake: 5/10

win

+5.3

19.05.2024

On Sunday, Motherwell will clash with St Johnstone in the Scottish Premiership's classification round for positions 7-12. Current Form of Motherwell The last match for Motherwell was on 15 May, where they faced Hibernian. The outcome left no doubt about the Edinburgh team's dominance, with Hibernian securing a 3-0 victory. Following this match, Motherwell held their ground at 8th place in the Scottish Premiership with 37 points from 33 games, including 8 wins, 13 draws, and 12 losses. Their goal ratio stands at 46:51. Thanks to this victory, Hibernian climbed to 7th place, having garnered 39 points with the same number of games and wins (9), albeit with more losses. Current Form of St Johnstone St Johnstone continues their challenging journey in the current season of the Scottish Premiership. Their most recent match against Ross County on 15 May further highlighted the intense battle for positions in the lower half of the table. In this final match, St Johnstone managed to secure a draw against Ross County with a final score of 1-1. After 33 games, St Johnstone stands at 10th place in the table with 7 wins, 10 draws, and 16 losses, accumulating 31 points. The team has scored 24 goals and conceded 46, reflecting some defensive issues. Their form over the last 5 games includes 1 draw and 4 consecutive losses. St Johnstone continues the fight for survival, being just one point above Ross County, which occupies 11th place with 30 points and the same number of wins but one more loss. Prediction for Motherwell vs St Johnstone The visitors have had dreadful results in recent rounds and a position in the relegation zone, while Motherwell has no motivation. I am betting on TU 3.

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Scotland - Premiership

Under (3)

Odds: 1.57Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

19.05.2024

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On Sunday, a match is set to take place between Livingston and Hibernian as part of the Scottish Premiership classification round for positions 7-12. Current Form of Livingston Livingston faced Aberdeen on the 15th of May. The outcome of this encounter was disheartening for Livingston, resulting in a heavy 1-5 defeat.In the current Scottish Premiership season, Livingston sits at the bottom, in the 12th position in the table, which is a concerning factor. The team has secured only three victories, suffered 21 defeats, and drawn 9 times in 33 matches, accumulating 18 points. With a goal difference of 22:59, Livingston is clearly struggling. The team's form in the last 5 games is less than ideal, with 2 wins and 3 losses. Current Form of Hibernian In a tense match on the 15th of May, Hibernian achieved an impressive 3-0 victory over Motherwell, strengthening their standing in the Scottish Premiership. This victory was a significant event for both the team and its supporters. Following this win, Hibernian holds the 7th position in the table, with 39 points from 33 matches (9 wins, 12 losses, 12 draws, and a goal difference of 44:51). The team displays fluctuating form, yet this victory might serve as a catalyst for more consistent performances in the remaining matches of the season. Defeated Motherwell is in 8th place with 37 points from 33 matches (8 wins, 12 losses, 13 draws). Match Prediction: Livingston vs Hibernian Hibernian has already secured their safety long ago, while the hosts are heading to the Championship but still have a chance to "leave with a bang". I'm backing them with a plus handicap.

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Scotland - Premiership

Handicap1 (+1)

Odds: 1.66Stake: 5/10

win

+3.3

19.05.2024

On Sunday at 13:00, a match of the Polish Ekstraklasa will take place between Warta and Legia. Current form of Warta Warta Poznań lost their last match against Puszcza with a score of 0-1. The only goal was scored in the 51st minute by the home team's player Michał Walski. After this match, Warta Poznań occupies the 14th place in the Ekstraklasa standings for the 2023/2024 season. Having played 32 games, the team has won 9 matches, lost 13, and drawn 10. Their current form shows that they have won 3 out of the last 5 games, leaving them with 37 points at the moment. It is important to note the small gap between them and Puszcza Niepolomice, who are in 13th place with the same number of points but have played one more game. Current form of Legia Legia Warsaw, as one of Polands most titled clubs, showcased their prowess on the field again by securing a victory over Lech in the last match. The game on May 12 finished with a 2-1 win for Legia. Already in the 15th minute, Legia took the lead thanks to an own goal by Lech's defender Blazic, who sent the ball into his own net. In the 45th minute, the spectators witnessed another own goal, this time from Bartlomiej Salamon, allowing Legia to double their advantage before the break. Currently, Legia stands in 3rd place in the Ekstraklasa for the 2023/2024 season and continues to fight for top positions. Out of 32 matches played, the team has won 14 times, drawn 11 times, and suffered 7 defeats, accumulating 53 points. The team's form in the last five games includes victories over Lech and Arka, draws with Cracovia and Wisła, and a loss to Zaglebie. Match Prediction: Warta vs Legia Legia is battling for medals, while Warta, with 3 wins in the last 5 rounds, is fighting for survival and could challenge the leader. I'm betting on a total over 2 goals.

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Poland - Ekstraklasa

Over (2)

Odds: 1.59Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

19.05.2024

This Sunday at 12:30, we have a thrilling contest lined up between Dnipro-1 and Shakhtar Donetsk in the Ukrainian Premier League. Current form of Dnipro-1 Dnipro-1 continues to push for high standings in the 2023/2024 Ukrainian Premier League season. Their recent clash against Oleksandriya on May 12th was yet another crucial test for Dnipro-1. The match ended in a narrow 1-0 defeat, with the only goal coming from Oleksandriya's Dmytro Shostak in the 18th minute. At present, Dnipro-1 holds fourth place in the Premier League standings. Out of the 28 matches played, the team has secured 13 victories, endured 6 losses, and drawn 9 times, with a total of 37 goals scored and 26 conceded, amassing 48 points. Their recent form shows 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in the last 5 matches. Consistent and successful performances could see the team competing for the top positions and potentially securing a spot in the Conference League, which would be a major stepping stone for the club. Current form of Shakhtar Donetsk Shakhtar Donetsk continues to dominate the Ukrainian Premier League, coming off a crucial win against Dynamo Kyiv on May 11th. The home game concluded with a 1-0 victory for the "Miners," further solidifying their top-of-the-table status. The defining moment came in the 33rd minute when midfielder Heorhiy Sudakov confidently converted a penalty, making it 1-0. Following this victory, Shakhtar Donetsk cements their leading position in the 2023/2024 Ukrainian Premier League. The team has amassed 70 points from 28 matches, with 22 wins, 2 losses, and 4 draws. Their exceptional form is exemplified by 5 consecutive wins in their last 5 games, highlighting their current stability. Rivals Dynamo Kyiv, in second place, trail by 4 points after yesterday's victory. Prediction for the match Dnipro-1 vs Shakhtar Donetsk The adversaries have faced each other 9 times, with Shakhtar claiming victory in 7 encounters, while Dnipro-1 triumphed in 2. Their last matchup on November 12th, 2023, saw Dnipro-1 securing their most significant victory with a 3-1 scoreline. With Shakhtar poised to clinch the championship, my bet is on their away win.

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Ukraine - Premier League

Odds: 1.72Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

19.05.2024

Today there will be a Turkish Super Lig match between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce. Galatasaray I don't want to look back at Fenerbahce, but in my opinion, the hosts deserve to lift the trophy this season. The Lions look very confident and are on a nine-game winning streak. If they manage not to drop points here, the last round won't matter as they will have secured the championship ahead of time. Fenerbahce It seems the Canaries are close to first place, but with only two rounds left, they are likely to settle for second place. Of course, they could have pushed harder and won against Konyaspor and Sivasspor, making this game much hotter, but that's all in the past now. In summary, Fenerbahce will only lift the trophy under a fantastic scenario. Head-to-Head Since 2022, the teams have faced each other five times. Galatasaray has three victories (3:0, 3:0, 3:0), Fenerbahce has one (2:0), and they have drawn once (0:0). Prediction and bet Everyone expects a high-scoring and thrilling match, but I think if Galatasaray scores first, they will just park the bus and calmly play out the result. I'll take total under 3.5 . The Canaries will find it difficult to come back on the road.

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Turkey - Super League

Under (3.5)

Odds: 1.69Stake: 5/10

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+3.5

19.05.2024

Today at 12:00, Odense will face Randers in the Danish Superliga. Current form of Odense Odense continues their fight for survival. Last time out, they played against Hvidovre on May 16 and secured an important victory with a 2:1 scoreline. In the first half, Odense's Tribull scored a goal in the 12th minute, giving the team a quick start and boosting their confidence. At the 48th minute, Kjaerumgaard doubled the lead by scoring the second goal. After this match, Odense remains in the penultimate 11th place in the Superliga table with 29 points after 30 games. The team has 7 wins, 8 draws, and 15 losses, with a total goal balance of 34:46. Their form in the last 5 matches consists of 1 win and 1 draw. Current form of Randers On May 15, Randers achieved an important victory over Viborg with a minimal score of 1:0. This match turned out to be extremely significant for Randers as they continue their fight for European competition spots in the Danish Superliga standings. The only goal in the match was scored in the 35th minute by Randers' Fosuaini. This victory was crucial for the team, which is currently in 7th place. Randers has 9 wins, 11 draws, and 10 losses, collecting a total of 38 points. Prediction for Odense vs Randers Both teams are fighting for their objectives in the league, with Randers battling Viborg for European spots while Odense has slim chances of survival. According to recent matches, I am backing the visitors with a handicap (0).

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Denmark - Superliga

Handicap2 (0)

Odds: 1.72Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

19.05.2024

On 19 May at 12:00, a match between teams Brommapojkarna and Norrkping will take place as part of the Swedish Allsvenskan tournament. Current form of Brommapojkarna On 16 May, Brommapojkarna played a crucial match against Djurgrden in the Swedish Allsvenskan championship. The outcome of the game was hardly favourable for Brommapojkarna as they were defeated with a scoreline of 0-5. Deniz Hmmet doubled his team's advantage in the 54th minute and then added another goal three minutes later. Trang Cong Nguyen made it 0-4 in the 80th minute, and Hmmet completed the rout with a hat-trick in the 86th minute. Following this match, Brommapojkarna are positioned 13th in the league table, with 10 points after 9 games. The team has secured 2 wins, suffered 3 losses, and drawn 4 times, with a goal difference of 14:17. Their current form reads: loss, draw, draw, loss, draw. In stark contrast, Djurgrden are sitting second with 19 points, which reflects their strong title ambitions this season. They have 6 victories and 2 defeats out of 9 games. Current form of Norrkping Norrkping continue their campaign in the 2024 Swedish Allsvenskan championship. In their latest match on 16 May, Norrkping played away against Kalmar, resulting in a 1-1 draw. The first goal of the game was scored by Norrkping's Prica in the 50th minute, giving his team the lead. However, their advantage lasted just two minutes; Kalmar's Islamović equalised in the 52nd minute, setting the final score at 1-1. At this stage of the season, after 9 matches, Norrkping are positioned 12th in the Swedish Allsvenskan table with 11 points, having recorded 3 wins, 4 losses, and 2 draws. Their overall goal difference stands at 13:21. The team's current form includes 2 wins and 1 draw. Kalmar, on the other hand, are placed 15th in the league table with 7 points from 9 matches. Match Prediction: Brommapojkarna vs Norrkping The visitors have scored 10 goals in the last 5 rounds, maintaining a consistent scoring record even in lost matches. Considering Brommapojkarna conceded 5 goals in their last round, I predict an ITO 2 (1).

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Sweden - Allsvenskan

Team 2 Over (1.5)

Odds: 2.87Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

19.05.2024

On Sunday a match between Academico Viseu and Maritimo will take place as part of the Portuguese Segunda Liga. Current form of Academico Viseu Academico Viseu recently played against Leiria in the 2023/2024 Portuguese Segunda Liga season. The match occurred on 13 May and ended with a 3-0 victory for Leiria. Currently, Academico Viseu occupies 12th place in the Segunda Liga standings. They have accumulated 42 points over 33 matches, with a record of 9 wins, 15 draws, and 9 losses. The team has scored 34 goals and conceded 36. Their form in the last 5 games is concerning: 1 win, 1 draw, and 3 losses. Leiria, meanwhile, holds 11th place and also has 42 points but boasts a better win record (11 wins, 13 losses). Current form of Maritimo Maritimo continues to impress fans and football analysts with their strong performance in the 2023/2024 Portuguese Segunda season. In their most recent match on 12 May, Maritimo secured an important victory against Oliveirense with a score of 2-1. This win cemented Maritimo's 4th place position in the Segunda Liga standings. The team has shown consistency throughout the season, accumulating 63 points thanks to 18 wins, 9 draws, and only 6 losses. Notably, Maritimo is in excellent form, as evidenced by their 4-match winning streak. Oliveirense, on the other hand, sits in 14th place with 34 points. Despite managing 8 wins, they have suffered 15 losses, which prevents them from ranking higher in the standings. Match Prediction: Maritimo vs Academico Viseu Expecting a fifth consecutive victory from Academico, who still have a shot at Segunda Liga medals, while Maritimo is positioned in the lower half of the table with only 1 win in the last 5 rounds.

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Portugal - Liga 2

Odds: 1.73Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

19.05.2024

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Spain - La Liga

Odds: 1.67Stake: 5/10

On Sunday, 19 May in the 37th round of the Spanish La Liga, Athletic Bilbao will host Sevilla. The Basques have lost all chances of making it into the Champions League zone due to last week's defeat to Celta, while the visitors have long ceased to compete for anything significant. Athletic Athletic have slowed down after their Copa del Rey triumph over Mallorca in early April. Ernesto Valverde's side will play in the Europa League next autumn, but for a long time, the Basques were vying for a top-four finish. However, the hosts will try to finish the season on a high note in front of their fans and firmly secure the 5th spot in the La Liga standings. Last week, Athletic lost 2-1 to Celta at Balados, before drawing at home to Osasuna. Berenguer put the Lions ahead in the 23rd minute, but Celta turned the game around in the second half with goals from Swedberg and lvarez. The coaching staff won't be pleased that the hosts have managed just one clean sheet in their last eight matches. In home performances, Athletic ranks fifth overall, with 39 points from 18 home games (40 goals scored, 18 conceded). Berchiche has served his suspension for yellow cards and will return to the starting lineup. Guruzeta, the club's top scorer with 14 goals and 5 assists, Iker Muniain, who will leave the team at the end of the season, and youngsters Nico Williams (4 goals, 10 assists in La Liga) and Sancet (4 goals, 5 assists in the league) are all expected to start. Ghanaian winger Iaki Williams (12 goals, 3 assists) and Alex Berenguer (7 goals, 2 assists) will be responsible for creativity in attack, with Paredes and Vivian forming the central defence duo. Sevilla Sevilla overcame a prolonged crisis too late to hope for a European competition spot, but the team deserves praise for finishing the current campaign well. Quique Snchez Flores' side sits 12th in the table and aims to break into the top ten before heading on vacation. Despite this, the Andalusians have lost their last two league matches: first, a 3-2 defeat to Villarreal last weekend, followed by a home fiasco against Cdiz midweek, the only goal coming in the 96th minute from Guardiola Navarro. This setback also ended a nine-match scoring streak for the Red and Whites. In away performances, Sevilla ranks tenth overall, with 18 points from 18 matches (21 goals scored, 25 conceded). Before discussing absences and returning players, it is worth mentioning the experienced Jess Navas, who will leave the Andalusian club after 17 seasons. The 38-year-old winger/defender plans to retire this summer and will likely start this game. Not available are Gudelj, Lamela, Sou and talented youngster Romero (4 goals, 4 assists), who are injured. Oliver Torres and the Frenchman Sumar (suspended for yellow cards) are also unavailable. Coach Quique Snchez Flores will undoubtedly want to harness the services of Moroccan striker Youssef En-Nesyri, who is having another successful personal season (15 goals). Belgian Lukbakio (5 goals), winger Ocampos, and attacking playmaker Suso (4 assists in La Liga) will be responsible for creativity on the flanks. Head-to-Head Athletic defeated Sevilla 0-2 in the first-round match on 4 January. However, in Bilbao, the Lions have only managed one win in their last four encounters. Match Prediction: Athletic vs Sevilla Both teams are struggling at the end of the season, making it difficult to pick a winner in this encounter. The factor of the final home match of the season should give Athletic an extra motivation boost, especially since Sevilla have lost all interest in the game and have suffered back-to-back defeats in May. My prediction is a home win for Athletic.

18.05.2024

On Sunday, 19 May, Inter Milan will host Lazio in a crucial match for the 37th round of Serie A. While the Nerazzurri have already secured the Scudetto and might be taking it easy as the season wraps up, the capital team is eyeing a qualification spot for European competitions. Stadium The match will take place at the Giuseppe Meazza stadium in Milan. Inter This season, Inter has been head and shoulders above all competitors in Serie A, effortlessly clinching the Scudetto. The Lombardy side has lost only 2 matches in the league, both against a struggling Sassuolo. In the last two rounds, without much left to play for, the hosts comfortably won against Torino (2-0) and Frosinone last weekend (5-0). Frattesi put Simone Inzaghi's side ahead in the first half, whilst Arnautović, Buchanan, Martnez, and Thuram scored after the break. This triumph brought Inter to 92 points for the season. Winning both remaining matches would set a new club record, surpassing the 97 points achieved in the 2006-07 campaign. Moreover, Inter have kept a record-setting 21 clean sheets, and another would break the records held by Milan and Juventus. Its no surprise that the Nerazzurri have been the best home team in Serie A, with 45 points from 18 home matches, scoring 43 and conceding just 10. Inter can rely on key centre-back Acerbi once more, with no other squad absentees. Lazio Seventh in Serie A, six points clear of eighth-placed Fiorentina, Lazio have high hopes for Europa League qualification. Champions League qualification remains mathematically possible but is a long shot (trailing Roma by 4 points). The Bianconcelesti have been in good form since Igor Tudor took charge during the international break in March; since then, the Eagles have only lost to Roma in the derby (1-0) and secured five wins. Recently, the visitors drew 2-2 at Monza, but last weekend they overcame Empoli 2-0. Lazio rank sixth in away points (26 from 18 matches). Only Bologna have conceded fewer goals (2) than Lazio in the last five rounds (3). Lazio are missing centre-back Gila and key Spanish playmaker Luis Alberto (5 goals and 7 assists), both in the medical room. Additionally, centre-back Romagnoli will be suspended due to yellow card accumulation. Head-to-Head In the first-round match, Inter won 2-0 against Lazio. However, in January, the Nerazzurri defeated the Bianconcelesti 3-0 in the semi-final of the domestic cup. Prediction for Inter vs Lazio Inter are motivated to surpass their record for points in a season and have been almost invincible at home this campaign. Although Lazio have improved under Igor Tudor, they fall short in terms of personnel quality. I don't see how the Eagles can outshine the reigning champions, hence my bet is on a home win. Prediction on Total Inter concede only 0.5 goals per game at home and can count on a strong defence with Acerbi back. I bet on Lazio's individual total under 1 goal. Prediction on Corners Inter will likely take the initiative, supported by their home crowd, and play more attacking football. I wager that the hosts will win at least six corners in the match. Prediction on Yellow Cards In the two previous meetings this season, these teams accumulated a total of just three yellow cards per game. Thus, I bet on a total under 4.5 yellow cards. Score Prediction I predict a 2-0 win for Inter.

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Italy - Serie A

Odds: 1.69Stake: 5/10

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Spain - La Liga

Odds: 1.56Stake: 5/10

On Sunday, 19 May, as part of the 37th round of the Spanish La Liga, Atltico Madrid will host Osasuna. Diego Simeone's team sits in fourth place in the standings and has already secured a spot in the Champions League, while the team from Pamplona is positioned 13th. Atltico Madrid The hosts have let Real Madrid and Barcelona pull ahead but still harbour hopes of finishing third this campaign. The capital club is just 2 points behind Girona in third, which is more than attainable. Especially since "Los Colchoneros" have gained significant momentum in recent weeks, securing four consecutive wins: against Athletic Bilbao (3-1), Mallorca (1-0), Celta (1-0), and Getafe (3-0)where Antoine Griezmann's hat-trick decided the match in the Madrid suburb. Atltico now faces Osasuna and Real Sociedad to close out the season before turning their attention to the transfer market. It's worth noting that the hosts have tightened their defence in May, conceding none in their last three rounds. Moreover, Diego Simeone's side ranks second in the overall home points tally (49 points from 18 matches, 41 goals scored, 18 conceded). Thomas Lemar will once again miss the match due to injury, as will centre-back Molina. Otherwise, Diego Simeone can count on an optimal line-up, with French talisman Antoine Griezmann (16 goals, 6 assists) leading the attack, bolstered by lvaro Morata (14 goals), Argentinians ngel Correa (9 goals, 2 assists), Rodrigo De Paul (who scored the only goal against Celta last weekend), and Memphis Depay (5 goals). Sal guez might start in the holding role, but no other changes from the last round are expected. Osasuna After two rather successful seasons, Osasuna has slowed down this campaign. However, there's nothing alarming for the Pamplona club: they sit in 13th place in the table but are 9 points clear of the relegation zone. Therefore, "Los Rojillos" have long secured their top-flight status, despite not winning in six consecutive rounds. After four straight lossesagainst Valencia (1-0), Rayo Vallecano (2-1), Granada (3-0), and Betis (2-0)the Basques settled for two draws in May: with Athletic Bilbao (2-2) and Mallorca (1-1). Jon Moncayola put Pamplona ahead in the 14th minute, but Mallorca equalised in the second half through Sergi Darder. It's noteworthy that Jagoba Arrasate's side ranks only ninth in the overall away points tally (19 from 18 matches, 22 goals scored, 29 conceded). Midfielder Ibaez (1 goal, 1 assist in La Liga), who was suspended for accumulating yellow cards mid-week, will return to the squad for this game. Croatian forward Ante Budimir (Osasuna's top scorer in La Liga with 16 goals), who has been out for the last few weeks, is back in training and likely to start. Therefore, the only remaining absentees are Kike Barja (16 matches this season) and David Garca (1 assist). Catena and Errando will once again form the central defensive partnership, while Moncayola will ensure the defensive midfield holds firm. Head-to-head In the first leg, Atltico secured an away victory with a 2-0 scoreline. Moreover, the "Mattress Makers" have consistently triumphed in the last 11 head-to-head encounters. Prediction for Atltico vs. Osasuna It has been 10 years since Osasuna last defeated Atltico in La Liga, and this streak is unlikely to end on Sunday evening. Diego Simeone's team has hit top form in May, securing three clean-sheet victories in a row, while the Pamplonans have long lost interest in the remainder of the season and have no league motivation. Home support will further boost the hosts, so I back a triumph for the Madrid side with a -1 handicap.

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Italy - Serie A

Odds: 3.61Stake: 5/10

On Sunday, 19 May, in the framework of the 37th round of the Italian Serie A, "Monza" will host "Frosinone". The lacklustre season finish from the Biancorossi gives the Canaries hope for a much-needed victory, as the guests are ahead of 18th-placed "Empoli" only by goal difference. Stadium The match will take place in Monza at the Brianteo Stadium. "Monza" In their second Serie A season, "Monza" managed to secure their place in the top division once again. The Lombardy-based team currently occupies the 12th spot in the standings with 45 points from 36 matches, falling just short of contending for the European spots. The Biancorossi cannot drop below 12th place, with "Lecce" trailing Palladinos side by eight points. In recent weeks, the hosts have not been able to secure a win since returning from the international break in March (3 draws and 4 losses). They split points with "Lecce" (1-1) and "Lazio" (2-2), but last Monday, "Monza" fell to "Fiorentina" (2-1). Milan Djurić put the white and reds ahead early in the match, but "La Viola" turned the game around thanks to efforts from Gonzalez and Arthur Melo. It is important to note that "Monza" ranks only 13th in the overall standings for points accumulated at home (24 in 18 home fixtures, 23 goals scored, 25 conceded). "Frosinone" Having returned to the top division last summer, "Frosinone" is expectedly fighting to avoid relegation. With 2 rounds remaining in the national championship, the Canaries sit in the 17th spot in the Serie A standings, sharing the same number of points as the trailing "Empoli". The team recently ended a 12-match winless streak (6 draws and 6 losses) by beating struggling "Salernitana" 3-0. They then drew 0-0 with direct survival competitor "Empoli" and last weekend suffered a heavy defeat at home to "Inter" (0-5). It's worth mentioning that the yellow and blues are the absolute worst team in the Serie A for performances on the road (7 points in 18 away fixtures, 15 goals scored, 37 conceded). Canaries fans will be pleased that their favourites have managed to keep a clean sheet four times in the last six rounds. Head-to-Head The first-round duel ended with a thrilling victory for "Monza" away with a score of 2-3. Furthermore, the guests have never beaten the Biancorossi at their home ground. Match Prediction: "Monza" vs "Frosinone" Apart from the defeat to "Inter", "Frosinone" has looked decent in recent weeks. Nonetheless, wins come hard for Di Francesco's men, and their away form concerns their supporters. "Monza" is winding down the season without much motivation but intends to bid farewell to their fans in the final home match of the championship. My prediction is a draw. Total Prediction In the last five head-to-head encounters, these teams have always exchanged goals. There is every reason to believe it will be the same this time around. Corner Prediction "Frosinone" is motivated by the survival battle and will be forced to attack. I predict the Canaries will have an Individual Total Over 4.5 corners. Yellow Cards Prediction Neither team is particularly known for excessive rough play, averaging only 2 yellow cards per game. I predict a Total Under 4.5 yellow cards. Score Prediction I predict a final score of 1-1.

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