12.04.2024 20:00
NETHERLANDS: EREDIVISIE

Excelsior : FC Volendam

Excelsior are currently in 16th place on the table. They are three points ahead of Volendam and two points behind of Waalwijk with five rounds remaining. This team has not won in almost three months, in a streak that spans 11 matches. In those 11 matches, they have suffered nine defeats. In each defeat, they have conceded two or more goals, and with 64 goals conceded, they have the second-worst defense in the league. They have not won at home in their last five matches. Eight out of their last 11 matches have ended with more than 2.5 goals.

FC Volendam is currently in the relegation zone in 17th place this season. They have 19 points, three points behind Excelsior and five points behind Waalwijk. They have remained undefeated in their last three matches. In the previous round, they emerged victorious against Waalwijk in a crucial game for them. Seven out of their last 10 matches ended with both teams scoring, and six matches had over 2.5 goals.

This match is of great importance for both teams as it determines their survival in the league.

Augsburg’s recent matches ended in a draw against Koln 1:1 and a loss to Hoffenheim 3:1. Unfortunately, their chances of qualifying for European competitions are at risk, as they trail Eintracht Frankfurt by six points in the standings. Augsburg will have to face these challenges without key players such as Raphael Framberger, Niklas Dorsch, Robert Gumny, Reece Oxford, and Elvis Rexhbecaj. Additionally, Iago Amaral, Fredrik Jensen, and Kristijan Jakić may not be available due to injuries.

Union Berlin is at risk of falling into the relegation zone after their recent loss to Leverkusen, marking their 15th defeat in the Bundesliga. Despite losing three of their last five matches, it is important to highlight that these losses were against the top teams in the league. Currently sitting in 13th place, they have a six-point advantage over Mainz in 16th place. However, they will be facing challenges with key players like Lucas Tousart and Robin Gosens suspended, Jérôme Roussillon and Jakob Busk injured, and Janik Haberer and Yorbe Vertessen potentially unavailable for the upcoming matches.

Augsburg now has a slight edge and is expected to be the favorite in the next home game. This match is critical for both teams, despite Union Berlin failing to score in 4 out of 5 away matches. With injury and suspension problems for both clubs, we anticipate goals being scored by both sides.

12.04.2024 20:45
ITALY: SERIE A

Lazio : Salernitana

Igor Tudor made a strong start as Lazio’s coach by leading the team to a 1-0 win against Juventus in Serie A. Nevertheless, he encountered challenges when Lazio suffered defeats in both the Coppa Italia and league matches. With a narrow loss in the Rome derby, Lazio is now in eighth place with 46 points, trailing Atalanta by four points. The Eagles have an excellent opportunity to regain momentum and secure a victory at the Stadio Olimpico in front of their supporters as they face the last-placed team, Salernitana.

Salernitana appears to be destined for a lower division after spending three years among the top teams in Italy, as they currently sit at the bottom of the table with only 15 points, trailing the safety zone by 12 points. Salernitana shocked the team from Rome by defeating them 2-1 at the Stadio Arechi in their first match of the season. However, it is almost impossible for the club from Salerno to replicate such a result again this time.

Lazio has to win this match, as Salernitana is already in a lower rank. We hope for a victory for the home team with at least two goals.

12.04.2024 21:00
SPAIN: LALIGA

Betis : Celta Vigo

Betis suffered defeats in their previous four league games against Atletico Madrid, Villarreal, Rayo Vallecano, and Girona. Their underwhelming performance led them to finish in eighth place in the standings. Despite being only two points away from seventh-placed Valencia, Betis are trailing behind Real Sociedad by seven points in sixth place, indicating that they need to significantly improve their form to secure a spot in European competition next season.

Celta Vigo recently appointed Claudio Giraldez as the head coach, succeeding Rafael Benitez. Giraldez previously served as the coach of the club’s B team. The team has shown improvement under his leadership, securing four points in their last two matches. Despite the positive results, Celta are currently struggling in the league, sitting in 17th place and only three points above the relegation zone. There is still much work to be done to ensure their survival in Spain’s top division.

Despite Betis being the favored team at home, Celta has only suffered one defeat in their previous three away matches. It is highly likely that Celta Vigo will secure at least one point in this upcoming game.

12.04.2024 21:00
ENGLAND: CHAMPIONSHIP

Plymouth : Leicester

Plymouth’s performance has been poor since the start of the season. The team currently resides in the lower half of the table and faces a formidable challenge to remain until the end. With 45 points, they are only two points ahead of the relegation zone teams. Every point will be crucial in their battle to stay. Over the past two months, Plymouth has struggled, enduring a winless streak of six games.

Leicester faced an unexpected relegation from the Premier League last season. Despite a challenging campaign, the team managed to retain a significant number of key players and made notable additions to their squad, including Harry Winks, Conor David Coady, Stephy Mavididi and Mads Hermansen. As a result, they currently stand as the leading team in the Championship. However, recent disappointing performances have diminished their advantage, setting the stage for a fierce battle with Ipswich and Leeds for the top two positions and direct promotion to the elite league.

Leicester, undoubtedly a superior team compared to Plymouth, enters this match as the clear favorites. However, Leicester’s performance has been unimpressive in the past two months, while Plymouth is putting up a strong fight to avoid relegation. Therefore, it would be wise to refrain from placing bets on a Leicester victory considering the current circumstances.

12.04.2024 21:00
FRANCE: LIGUE 1

Metz : Lens

Metz underwent significant changes at the start of the season, yet they remain a team positioned in the lower half of the League 1 standings. They are facing a tough battle to secure their place until the end of the season. Currently, they are second to last in Ligue 1, trailing by three points for the playoff spot and five points from safety. Their performance has been unremarkable in recent weeks, suffering three consecutive defeats in the league.

Lens this season were without two important players, Ikoma-Loïs Openda and Seko Fofana. They brought in several reinforcements such as Ruben Aguilar, Elye Wahi, Andy Diouf and others, with whom they are again fighting for a place in the Champions League. However, they are currently far from the expected parties. In the domestic championship, they are only the sixth-placed team of the championship with 43 points won in 28 matches played, and besides, they are not entering this match in the best mood.

Lens is presently experiencing a minor dip in form, however, they are set to face a team currently residing in the relegation zone. It is evident that Lens possesses superior quality, and it is highly likely that they will encounter no significant obstacles in creating scoring opportunities. Consequently, they are expected to secure crucial points in their pursuit of a European spot.