The road to the UEFA Champions League continues on Tuesday with several intriguing qualifying clashes across Europe. From established continental regulars to ambitious challengers chasing a place in the league phase, there is plenty of value on the betting board. Here are five bets worth considering from Tuesday’s Champions League qualifiers.
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1. Dinamo Zagreb to Win & Over 2.5 Goals
Dinamo Zagreb vs FC Kauno Zalgiris
Dinamo Zagreb enter the tie as heavy favourites and will expect to take control before next week’s second leg. The Croatian champions boast far greater European pedigree and should create plenty of chances against the Lithuanian visitors.
Kauno Žalgiris deserve credit for reaching this stage, but travelling to Zagreb is a significant step up in quality. Expect Dinamo to dominate possession and turn their superiority into a comfortable victory.
Best Bet: Dinamo Zagreb to win & over 2.5 total goals at 1.60.
2. Olympique Lyon to Beat Sparta Prague
Sparta Prague vs Olympique Lyon
This promises to be one of the standout fixtures of the evening.
Sparta Prague are traditionally difficult to beat at home, but Lyon arrive with a squad capable of competing deep into European competition. Their technical quality, attacking depth and experience at this level could prove decisive over 90 minutes.
Backing the French side to edge the first leg offers solid value.
Best Bet: Olympique Lyon to win at 1.94.
3. Both Teams To Score
Union Saint Gilloise vs Bodoe/Glimt
Goals could be on the cards in Belgium.
Union Saint Gilloise have developed into one of Europe’s most entertaining sides in recent seasons, while Bodoe/Glimt continue to impress with their fearless attacking style and excellent away performances in UEFA competition.
With both teams preferring to play on the front foot, an open encounter looks likely.
Best Bet: BTTS – Yes at 1.51.
4. Double Chance: Kairat Almaty or Draw
Levski Sofia vs Kairat Almaty
This could prove far tighter than many expect.
Kairat Almaty have built an impressive reputation in European qualifiers over recent years and have shown they are capable of producing results away from home. Levski Sofia will enjoy home support, but Kairat possess enough quality and organisation to avoid defeat.
Taking the visitors on the double chance market provides a sensible angle.
Best Bet: Kairat Almaty to win or draw at 2.00.
5. Under 2.5 Goals
FC Ararat Armenia vs NK Celje
Neither side will want to hand their opponents an advantage heading into the return leg, making this contest a candidate for a cagey affair.
Celje may have a slight edge on paper thanks to their recent European experience, but Ararat Armenia have proven to be difficult to break down on home soil. A tactical first leg with limited chances would not be a surprise.
Best Bet: Under 2.5 total goals at 1.80.
