The UEFA Champions League group stage moves into Matchweek Two, and football fans worldwide are eager for another round of elite European action.
The excitement is building, and for those seeking best betting predictions, the stats from Matchweek One have already revealed some key insights.
With Manchester City, Bayer Leverkusen, and Real Madrid all showcasing their strength, it’s clear that this year’s competition will be as thrilling as ever.
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Manchester City, despite drawing 0-0 against Inter Milan in their tournament opener, remains the favorite to win the 2024/25 Champions League, with a 22.6% chance of lifting the trophy.
Following an impressive 4-0 win over Feyenoord, Bayer Leverkusen now holds a 7.7% chance, moving into third place behind Real Madrid, who are rated at 18.6%.
Aston Villa, after securing a narrow 1-0 win against Young Boys, have boosted their chances of qualifying for the knockout stages to 48.2%.
RB Salzburg vs Brest
Date: October 1, 2024
Venue: Red Bull Arena
RB Salzburg faces Brest for the first time in European competition. Salzburg has a solid record against French teams, having won four of their last five home matches against Ligue 1 opposition.
Their last meeting with a French club in the Champions League came against Lille in 2021/22, where they won 2-1 at home but lost 0-1 away. This time, Salzburg enters the match with a point to prove after a disappointing 0-3 loss to Sparta Prague in their opener.
Brest, making their first appearance in European competition, face a daunting task. No French team has won their debut away match in the Champions League since Auxerre did so in 1996.
Given Salzburg’s history of strong performances against French teams, and Brest’s lack of European experience, Salzburg will be heavy favorites.
Jambobet’s Best Betting Prediction:
RB Salzburg to win comfortably, with a likely scoreline of 2-0. The Austrian side’s pressing style and home advantage should give them the edge.
Stuttgart vs Sparta Prague
Date: October 1, 2024
Venue: Mercedes-Benz Arena
Stuttgart will host Sparta Prague in what promises to be a hard-fought match. Stuttgart has had mixed results at home in the Champions League, having only won two of their last eight matches.
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However, they can take comfort from the fact that Sparta Prague has been woeful in away games, losing their last seven matches on the road in the competition. The Czech side’s last away win in the Champions League was over two decades ago in 2001.
Sparta Prague will need to reverse their poor away form to stand a chance, but Stuttgart’s pressing game and home support should help them secure a victory.
Jambobet’s Best Betting Prediction:
Stuttgart to win 2-1. While Sparta may put up a fight, their terrible away form makes it difficult to see them getting a result in Germany.
Borussia Dortmund vs Celtic
Date: October 1, 2024
Venue: Signal Iduna Park
Borussia Dortmund takes on Celtic in a clash of two European giants. Dortmund has been on fire at home in the Champions League, boasting an impressive 11-match unbeaten streak.
During this run, they have managed to keep eight clean sheets, making them one of the toughest teams to break down on their home turf.
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Celtic, by contrast, has struggled away from home in the Champions League. They’ve lost their last five away matches in the competition, and their record against German clubs is poor, with six losses in eight meetings.
The Scottish side will need a remarkable performance to stand any chance against a Dortmund team that looks set to continue their dominant form at home.
Jambobet’s Best Betting Prediction: Borussia Dortmund to win 3-0. Dortmund’s defensive solidity combined with Celtic’s dismal away record points to a comfortable home win for the German side.
PSV Eindhoven vs Sporting CP
Date: October 1, 2024
Venue: Philips Stadion
PSV Eindhoven and Sporting CP meet for the third time in European competition, with both teams having won one game each in their previous encounters during the 2019/20 Europa League.
PSV has been strong at home in the Champions League, remaining unbeaten in their last four matches. Sporting CP has seen an improvement in their away form, with notable results including draws against Tottenham and Manchester City in recent seasons.
However, PSV’s strong home record and the fact that Sporting has struggled against Dutch sides in recent Champions League campaigns – losing both matches to Ajax in 2021/22 – gives the Dutch side the upper hand going into this fixture.
Jambobet’s Best Betting Prediction: PSV to win 2-1. While Sporting has the ability to score, PSV’s home advantage and consistency should see them secure the victory.
Jambobet’s Overall Champions League Predictions
As Matchweek Two unfolds, expect some of Europe’s biggest teams to continue making their mark. Manchester City, despite a draw in their opener, are well-positioned to remain favorites for the tournament.
Borussia Dortmund’s home form is likely to propel them to a comfortable win against Celtic, and RB Salzburg is expected to bounce back from their opening defeat with a victory over Brest. PSV Eindhoven should also maintain their unbeaten home streak with a win against Sporting CP.
