16.04.2024 21:00
EUROPE: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE – PLAY OFFS

Dortmund : Atl. Madrid

Borussia Dortmund enters this match after a 2-1 triumph away at Borussia Monchengladbach. Now, in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, they will attempt to overcome a one-goal deficit and turn around the result from the first encounter against Atletico, which ended 2-1. Their ability to reverse the outcome in their favor following an away defeat suggests they have realistic chances of progressing further. Sébastien Haller, Ramy Bensebaini, and Jadon Sancho are injured.

Atletico Madrid secured a 3-1 victory against Girona at the Metropolitano Stadium as they strive to secure a top-four finish in LaLiga, guaranteeing them a spot in the Champions League next season. The first leg in Madrid against Dortmund saw a split performance, with the home team dominating the first half and the visitors taking control in the second half, setting the stage for an exciting second leg at Signal Iduna Park. Samuel Lino will be absent due to yellow card suspensions, while Saúl Ñíguez’s availability for the upcoming match remains uncertain. Additionally, Thomas Lemar, Vitolo, and Memphis Depay are sidelined with injuries.

Dortmund demonstrated their ability to defeat top European clubs. The team from Dortmund is in need of a win tonight, with the home advantage playing a crucial role.

16.04.2024 21:00
EUROPE: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE — PLAY OFFS

Barcelona : PSG

Barcelona’s performance this season has been disappointing in La Liga and the Copa del Rey, as they currently sit in second place and were eliminated in the quarter-finals, respectively. Additionally, they suffered a loss in the Super cup against Real Madrid. However, their fortunes have been better in the Champions League, where they have reached the quarter-finals and have a strong chance of advancing to the semi-finals. They secured a 3-2 victory against PSG in the first leg and only need to avoid defeat at home.

Barcelona’s recent form has been impressive, with a six-match winning streak and four clean sheets across all competitions. In the Champions League, they have won all four of their home games, with each match ending with more than 2.5 goals.

Paris Saint-Germain is set to emerge victorious in Ligue 1 and compete in the Coupe de France final, having already secured the Trophée des Champions. The team is anticipated to dominate all domestic tournaments, with a week-long preparation period leading up to their match against Barcelona. In their recent matches, six out of the last eight games concluded with both teams scoring, while five matches saw more than 2.5 goals scored.

Paris Saint-Germain needs to be on the offensive as their only chance to advance to the next rounds relies on securing a victory in this match. This anticipation sets the stage for an exciting game with plenty of goals expected.

Southampton secured a victory over Watford with a last-minute goal, propelling them closer to the top of the standings. Following the weekend’s outcomes of other teams, Southampton is once again in the running for automatic promotion. Despite the absence of Ross Stewart due to injury, Juan Larios will provide additional support after making a full recovery.

Preston’s aspirations of securing a top-six finish were severely dashed after suffering a close 1-0 loss against Norwich. This defeat prevented them from gaining valuable points against a team that could potentially secure sixth place by the season’s end. Currently positioned in 10th place in the Championship, Preston trails Norwich by eight points with only four games remaining. Additionally, they will be without the services of Liam Millar, Brad Potts, and Ben Whiteman.

Southampton has an opportunity to secure a spot in the top two teams. Following the loss to Norwich, Preston’s bid for a playoff berth is all but extinguished, and we anticipate the home team to emerge victorious.

16.04.2024 20:45
ENGLAND: LEAGUE ONE

Bolton : Shrewsbury

Bolton’s season has been commendable, however, their future prospects now heavily rely on Derby’s ability to avoid errors throughout the remainder of the season. Currently, trail their rivals by four points, with two games in hand. In their previous match, Bolton settled for a 1-1 draw against Portsmouth. Unfortunately, Bolton’s hopes of promotion to the Championship have significantly diminished in their last 10 matches, where they suffered two loss and achieved four draws, also four wins.

Shrewsbury currently occupies the 19th position in League One, with a six-point advantage over Fleetwood who are in danger of relegation. In their recent match, Shrewsbury suffered a 2-0 defeat at home against Wycombe. They also faced losses against Portsmouth (3-1), Bristol, and Oxford, but managed to secure a draw in a hard-fought match. Despite their struggles, Shrewsbury emerged victorious with a 1-0 win against Carslie. It is worth noting that Shrewsbury has the lowest goal-scoring record in League 1. With three more games remaining, they have an opportunity to secure their survival in the league.

Bolton is considered the frontrunner in this game, and we anticipate a total of over 2.5 goals by the end. The home team needs to showcase their prowess and build confidence for the unresolved end of the season, making the match against Shrewsbury, a weaker opponent, the perfect chance to do so.