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UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Barcelona
Out of the squad, new keeper Marc-André ter Stegen, Douglas, Sandro, Pedro, Marc Bartra, Martín Montoya and Gerard Piqué arguably have the most to gain from added minutes. Whether Lucho thinks it is necessary to instill that in his players at this point in the season is up to him. But it’s something that needs to be addressed before injuries start to make Lucho’s choices for him. Piqué’s lack of confidence against Athletic Bilbao was smellier than a rotting gazelle on the Serengeti, and any poacher of a forward worth his mettle will put as much pressure as possible on the out-of-form defender. By the same token, a rusty Adriano and Montoya could prove shaky cover for Jordi Alba at left back once his swashbuckling tendencies inevitably get him a hamstring injury.

Home - Barcelona
Last away matches - W-W-D-W-D-W

APOEL Nicosia
With a Cyprus Supercup and two victories in the first two rounds of the Cypriot Championship in the back pocket, APOEL is off to a usual good start. And considering manager Giorgos Donis made off with a league and cup double last season, he certainly knows how to get the better of his opponents.Defensive veteran John Arne-Riise is perhaps the most recognizable name in the Cyprus squad, but his fitness will prevent him from taking the field. Greek central defender Anastasios Papazoglou has just returned from injury and will bolster the back line tasked with marking Barcelona’s pesky strikers.

Away - APOEL Nicosia
Last away matches - W-D-D-W-W-W

Asian Handicap
Home - (-3.00)
Away - (+3.00)
Pick - APOEL Nicosia (+3.00)
Odds - 2.26
Stakes - 10/10

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UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Bayern Munchen
Pep Guardiola’s Bayern Munich experiment has thus far been largely characterised by a free-flowing, dynamic style that can only be praised. Yet, despite their utter dominance of German domestic football, there can be no mistaking that Champions League glory is the ultimate prize for the Bavarian giants. They seem likely to miss the talismanic figure of Arjen Robben this week due to injury, while Bastian Schweinsteiger and Thiago Alcantara are also set to miss the action. Javi Martinez is also unavailable, which will almost certainly necessitate the inclusion of Xabi Alonso in the holding role alongside Lahm.

Home - Bayern Munchen
Last away matches - D-W-L-L-W-W

Manchester City
Manuel Pellegrini will be banned from the touchline on Wednesday following comments he made in the wake of their Champions League exit to Barcelona last season. Pablo Zabaleta is also suspended, which will see the vastly experienced figure of Bacary Sagna charged with the unenviable task of marking Franck Ribery. I’m certain that Pellegrini will opt for one striker up front, considering the talent at Munich’s disposal. Fernandinho and Toure will offer a muscular force in midfield, while Pellegrini would be wise to utilise the electrifying pace of Navas on the counterattacks.

Away - Manchester City
Last away matches - D-W-L-W-W-L

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.00)
Away - (+1.00)
Pick - Bayern Munchen (-1.00)
Odds - 2.16
Stakes - 10/10

Source : UefaChampionsLeague

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
10/31/2014

Newcastle United vs Liverpool

Home - Newcastle United
Last away matches - W-W-D-L-W-L

Newcastle United are unbeaten in 4 games since the loss to Stoke City that seemed certain to cost Alan Pardew his job as manager and the side have won 3 in a row in all competitions coming into this one. They are unbeaten at home since losing to Manchester City on the opening weekend of the season and Newcastle have won their last game at St James' Park against Leicester City 1-0.Newcastle’s biggest concern is that of Papiss Cisse’s knee injury which has kept him out of the last two matches. The Senegalese international will undergo a late fitness test to determine his availability for the game but if not, Ayoze Perez is likely to lead the line having grabbed the winning goal against Spurs. De Jong is a long term absentee due to a thigh injury and Davide Santon is likely to make a comeback from his knee problem at the end of next month.

Away - Liverpool
Last away matches - W-L-L-W-L-L

Liverpool had won 2 of 8 games in all competitions before the 2-1 win over Swansea, but they haven't been producing good performances in that time which has built pressure on the team. Before the win over Swansea, the Reds had failed to score in 2 consecutive games and had been taught something of a lesson by Real Madrid in the Champions League. They won their last away game at Queens Park Rangers which ended a run of consecutive away defeats in all competitions.Daniel Sturridge is again out of action for at least another week having injured his calf a fortnight ago. This will mean Balotelli is likely to start the match with Fabio Borini an option as a second striker. Jose Enrique has also been ruled out of their clash against his former club after suffering a slight knee injury. Sakho is missing due it a hip injury until early November with Suso and Flanagan being long term absentees.

Asian Handicap
Home - (+0.25)
Away - (-0.25)
Pick - Newcastle United (+0.25)
Odds - 2.21
Stakes - 10/10
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ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
10/31/2014

Arsenal vs Burnley

Home - Arsenal
Last away matches - W-W-L-W-L-D

Arsenal have only lost 1 of their last 6 games in all competitions and they are unbeaten in 3 games since their 2-0 loss to Chelsea including winning back to back games at Anderlecht and Sunderland. They have only won 1 of their last 5 home games in all competitions including a 2- 2 home draw with Hull City in Arsenal's last Premier League games at the Emirates Stadium. Injuries are beginning to clear up a little for Arsene Wenger and his Arsenal team which are balancing Champions League and Premier League commitments. With a battle likely to develop for places in the top four over the course of the next few months, games against the likes of Burnley are ones they have to win, especially at the Emirates Stadium. The name on the lips of every Arsenal fan at the moment is Alexis Sanchez. The Chilean has been electric since arriving at the Emirates, carrying the team at times. The former Barcelona man has eight goals and three assists in his first 13 games for the North London club. Arsenal’s number 17 has dragged the under performing gunners kicking and screaming to some important results recently, including their 2-0 win over Sunderland at the weekend where Sanchez bagged himself a brace. The skill, technique, work rate, and pure desire of the Chilean has been vital for the squad. The Sunderland game at the weekend epitomized the work rate that the former Udinese man possess with both of his goals coming from his constant pressing. Alexis Sanchez is quite simply world class and, if he shows his class against Burnley, Arsenal should have enough to get the three points.

Away - Burnley
Last away matches - D-L-D-L-W-L

Burnley have failed to win any of 11 games in all competitions going back to the end of April and have lost back to back League games coming into this weekend, including a 1-3 home loss to Everton last Sunday. That game came just a couple of days after Everton played in the Europa League and highlights the difference in quality between Burnley and many in this Division. Burnley drew 2-2 at Leicester City in their last away game in the Premier League. Burnley have lacked goals all season, so their key man is there best goalscorer, Danny Ings. The 22 year old was Burnley’s top scorer in the Championship last season. The English striker finally opened his Premier League account over the weekend with the Bees only goal in a 3-1 loss to Everton. Through nine games, Burnley have only scored five goals, only Villa have scored fewer goals this season. The lack of goals has had an effect on the entire team and seems to have dragged down the team’s moral. The former Bourmouth striker is the team’s best striker and is the player with the class to put the ball in the back of the net consistently. Ings has to be the catalyst up front for Burnley to get anything from this match.

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.25)
Away - (+1.25)
Pick - Arsenal (-1.25)
Odds - 1.63
Stakes - 8/10
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ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
10/31/2014

Chelsea vs Queens Park Rangers

Home - Chelsea
Last away matches - W-D-W-W-D-W

Chelsea come into the match having conceded a single goal in each of their previous matches against Manchester United last weekend in a 1-1 draw and in midweek in a 2-1 victory against Shrewsbury in the League Cup. I expect Mourinhio will call on his team to show a bit more defensive stability and keep the clean sheet here in a comfortable win over QPR. Jose Mourinho was incredibly disappointed with a number of his second string players that had come in for the League Cup Fourth Round win at Shrewsbury

UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Barcelona
Out of the squad, new keeper Marc-André ter Stegen, Douglas, Sandro, Pedro, Marc Bartra, Martín Montoya and Gerard Piqué arguably have the most to gain from added minutes. Whether Lucho thinks it is necessary to instill that in his players at this point in the season is up to him. But it’s something that needs to be addressed before injuries start to make Lucho’s choices for him. Piqué’s lack of confidence against Athletic Bilbao was smellier than a rotting gazelle on the Serengeti, and any poacher of a forward worth his mettle will put as much pressure as possible on the out-of-form defender. By the same token, a rusty Adriano and Montoya could prove shaky cover for Jordi Alba at left back once his swashbuckling tendencies inevitably get him a hamstring injury.

Home - Barcelona
Last away matches - W-W-D-W-D-W

APOEL Nicosia
With a Cyprus Supercup and two victories in the first two rounds of the Cypriot Championship in the back pocket, APOEL is off to a usual good start. And considering manager Giorgos Donis made off with a league and cup double last season, he certainly knows how to get the better of his opponents.Defensive veteran John Arne-Riise is perhaps the most recognizable name in the Cyprus squad, but his fitness will prevent him from taking the field. Greek central defender Anastasios Papazoglou has just returned from injury and will bolster the back line tasked with marking Barcelona’s pesky strikers.

Away - APOEL Nicosia
Last away matches - W-D-D-W-W-W

Asian Handicap
Home - (-3.00)
Away - (+3.00)
Pick - APOEL Nicosia (+3.00)
Odds - 2.26
Stakes - 10/10

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UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Bayern Munchen
Pep Guardiola’s Bayern Munich experiment has thus far been largely characterised by a free-flowing, dynamic style that can only be praised. Yet, despite their utter dominance of German domestic football, there can be no mistaking that Champions League glory is the ultimate prize for the Bavarian giants. They seem likely to miss the talismanic figure of Arjen Robben this week due to injury, while Bastian Schweinsteiger and Thiago Alcantara are also set to miss the action. Javi Martinez is also unavailable, which will almost certainly necessitate the inclusion of Xabi Alonso in the holding role alongside Lahm.

Home - Bayern Munchen
Last away matches - D-W-L-L-W-W

Manchester City
Manuel Pellegrini will be banned from the touchline on Wednesday following comments he made in the wake of their Champions League exit to Barcelona last season. Pablo Zabaleta is also suspended, which will see the vastly experienced figure of Bacary Sagna charged with the unenviable task of marking Franck Ribery. I’m certain that Pellegrini will opt for one striker up front, considering the talent at Munich’s disposal. Fernandinho and Toure will offer a muscular force in midfield, while Pellegrini would be wise to utilise the electrifying pace of Navas on the counterattacks.

Away - Manchester City
Last away matches - D-W-L-W-W-L

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.00)
Away - (+1.00)
Pick - Bayern Munchen (-1.00)
Odds - 2.16
Stakes - 10/10

Source : UefaChampionsLeague

UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Barcelona
Out of the squad, new keeper Marc-André ter Stegen, Douglas, Sandro, Pedro, Marc Bartra, Martín Montoya and Gerard Piqué arguably have the most to gain from added minutes. Whether Lucho thinks it is necessary to instill that in his players at this point in the season is up to him. But it’s something that needs to be addressed before injuries start to make Lucho’s choices for him. Piqué’s lack of confidence against Athletic Bilbao was smellier than a rotting gazelle on the Serengeti, and any poacher of a forward worth his mettle will put as much pressure as possible on the out-of-form defender. By the same token, a rusty Adriano and Montoya could prove shaky cover for Jordi Alba at left back once his swashbuckling tendencies inevitably get him a hamstring injury.

Home - Barcelona
Last away matches - W-W-D-W-D-W

APOEL Nicosia
With a Cyprus Supercup and two victories in the first two rounds of the Cypriot Championship in the back pocket, APOEL is off to a usual good start. And considering manager Giorgos Donis made off with a league and cup double last season, he certainly knows how to get the better of his opponents.Defensive veteran John Arne-Riise is perhaps the most recognizable name in the Cyprus squad, but his fitness will prevent him from taking the field. Greek central defender Anastasios Papazoglou has just returned from injury and will bolster the back line tasked with marking Barcelona’s pesky strikers.

Away - APOEL Nicosia
Last away matches - W-D-D-W-W-W

Asian Handicap
Home - (-3.00)
Away - (+3.00)
Pick - APOEL Nicosia (+3.00)
Odds - 2.26
Stakes - 10/10

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UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Bayern Munchen
Pep Guardiola’s Bayern Munich experiment has thus far been largely characterised by a free-flowing, dynamic style that can only be praised. Yet, despite their utter dominance of German domestic football, there can be no mistaking that Champions League glory is the ultimate prize for the Bavarian giants. They seem likely to miss the talismanic figure of Arjen Robben this week due to injury, while Bastian Schweinsteiger and Thiago Alcantara are also set to miss the action. Javi Martinez is also unavailable, which will almost certainly necessitate the inclusion of Xabi Alonso in the holding role alongside Lahm.

Home - Bayern Munchen
Last away matches - D-W-L-L-W-W

Manchester City
Manuel Pellegrini will be banned from the touchline on Wednesday following comments he made in the wake of their Champions League exit to Barcelona last season. Pablo Zabaleta is also suspended, which will see the vastly experienced figure of Bacary Sagna charged with the unenviable task of marking Franck Ribery. I’m certain that Pellegrini will opt for one striker up front, considering the talent at Munich’s disposal. Fernandinho and Toure will offer a muscular force in midfield, while Pellegrini would be wise to utilise the electrifying pace of Navas on the counterattacks.

Away - Manchester City
Last away matches - D-W-L-W-W-L

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.00)
Away - (+1.00)
Pick - Bayern Munchen (-1.00)
Odds - 2.16
Stakes - 10/10

Source : UefaChampionsLeague

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
11/4/2014

Arsenal vs Anderlecht

Home - Arsenal
Last away matches - W-W-L-W-L-D

Arsenal, as usual, have some injury issues to deal with. Arsene Wenger is missing Mathieu Debuchy, Olivier Giroud, Mesut Ozil, and David Ospina all to long term injuries. Laurent Koscielny will also be missing as he continues to deal with tendinitis in his achilles. The Gunners may get Jack Wilshere back as he will have a late fitness test to determine whether he can play after taking a knock to his knee. Wenger’s team will get a boost with goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny returning from suspension. Anderlecht will be without defender Fabrice N’Sakala. Defender Bram Nuytinck is also a doubt with an injury.

Away - Anderlecht
Last away matches - W-D-W-W-D-D

Anderlecht’s key man is their goalscorer from the first meeting, Andy Najar. The Honduran winger scored his first Champions League goal to give Anderlecht the lead in Brussels. Despite not coming away with the points, Najar showed that he is a dangerous player. Najar has completed a take on every 19 minutes in the Champions League and has created a chance every 90 minutes, despite his team usually being on the back foot.

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.75)
Away - (+1.75)
Pick - Arsenal (-1.75)
Odds - 2.23
Stakes - 10/10

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
11/4/2014

Arsenal vs Anderlecht

Home - Arsenal
Last away matches - W-W-L-W-L-D

Arsenal, as usual, have some injury issues to deal with. Arsene Wenger is missing Mathieu Debuchy, Olivier Giroud, Mesut Ozil, and David Ospina all to long term injuries. Laurent Koscielny will also be missing as he continues to deal with tendinitis in his achilles. The Gunners may get Jack Wilshere back as he will have a late fitness test to determine whether he can play after taking a knock to his knee. Wenger’s team will get a boost with goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny returning from suspension. Anderlecht will be without defender Fabrice N’Sakala. Defender Bram Nuytinck is also a doubt with an injury.

Away - Anderlecht
Last away matches - W-D-W-W-D-D

Anderlecht’s key man is their goalscorer from the first meeting, Andy Najar. The Honduran winger scored his first Champions League goal to give Anderlecht the lead in Brussels. Despite not coming away with the points, Najar showed that he is a dangerous player. Najar has completed a take on every 19 minutes in the Champions League and has created a chance every 90 minutes, despite his team usually being on the back foot.

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.75)
Away - (+1.75)
Pick - Arsenal (-1.75)
Odds - 2.23
Stakes - 10/10

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
11/4/2014

Borussia Dortmund vs Galatasaray

Home - Borussia Dortmund
Last away matches - L-W-W-L-W-L

Dortmund take on Galatasaray at Signal-Iduna-Park in Champions League - Group Stage. This is Group D - 4th round. In addition to these teams in the group are Arsenal and Anderlecht. This will be a very exciting match. So, over 80, 000 football fans will witness the spectacle on the Signal-Iduna-Park, when a Champion League match between the hosts Borussia Dortmund, and Galatasaray will be played. In any event, the hosts are great crisis at the beginning of the new season in the Bundesliga. At one time they had more players in the hospital than in the field. It's their biggest problem. However, they have excellent results in the Champions League. Otherwise, they have an important match in the Bundesliga for three days against Hannover at home. Anyway, Borussia Dortmund continued their poor run of domestic form in the Bundesliga with a truly narrow 2-1 defeat to the hosts Bayern Munich. Jürgen Klopp's men created numerous chances and had sixteen shots against Cologne's five. Ilkay Gundogan returned to action for Borussia Dortmund's, but could not prevent his side from conceding two goals. BVB dropped to 14th on seven points after their third consecutive defeat. They are just three points above bottom club Werder Bremen. In contrast to their recent performances Bundesliga, Dortmund have six points from possible six in the UEFA Champions League. Erik Durm could switch to left-back, meaning Kevin Grosskreutz could start on the bench alongside Jakub Blaszczykowski, who is back from injury. Erik durm is likely to miss out for the visitors after suffering an injury during the warm-up before Saturday's defeat to FC Koln. Ilkay Gundogan, Marco Reus and Henrikh Mkhitaryan are all expected to feature after their recent returns from injury.

Away - Galatasaray
Last away matches - L-W-L-L-W-L

They have one draw and two defeats after three rounds. Only a win in this game would get the Turks back in the competition for the knockout phase. They know that, which is why we'll see them attacking the goal of BVB from the very start. The hosts have every right to be optimistic. After the 2:1 win over Kasimpasa at home, Galatasaray climbed onto the top of two Turkish Super League but was overtaken by Besiktas on Sunday evening. However, Cesare Prandelli's side have picked up just one point from their two Champions League fixtures this season. So the Turks are in danger of falling short to Galatasaray's target of reaching the Champions League round of last sixteen after the 4-1 away defeat against Arsenal. Before that, Galatasaray were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Belgian club Anderlecht in the opening group game. The Italian coach Prandelli has declared that he will select a full strength side because he has no injury worries ahead of the game. Meanwhile, Galatasaray hosts head into the match at the bottom of the group after taking just one point from a possible six. Despite their disappointing start in Europe, Cesare Prandelli's side have won three of their last four games in all competitions and will be eager to improve on that record in midweek. Gala have no fresh injury concerns, though Blerim Dzemaili and Felipe Melo are both one booking away from being handed a suspension. Otherwise, defender Semih Kaya (ankle injury) is doubtful.

Asian Handicap
Home - (-2.00)
Away - (+2.00)
Pick - Galatasaray (+2.00)
Odds - 1.83
Stakes - 8/10

UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Barcelona
Out of the squad, new keeper Marc-André ter Stegen, Douglas, Sandro, Pedro, Marc Bartra, Martín Montoya and Gerard Piqué arguably have the most to gain from added minutes. Whether Lucho thinks it is necessary to instill that in his players at this point in the season is up to him. But it’s something that needs to be addressed before injuries start to make Lucho’s choices for him. Piqué’s lack of confidence against Athletic Bilbao was smellier than a rotting gazelle on the Serengeti, and any poacher of a forward worth his mettle will put as much pressure as possible on the out-of-form defender. By the same token, a rusty Adriano and Montoya could prove shaky cover for Jordi Alba at left back once his swashbuckling tendencies inevitably get him a hamstring injury.

Home - Barcelona
Last away matches - W-W-D-W-D-W

APOEL Nicosia
With a Cyprus Supercup and two victories in the first two rounds of the Cypriot Championship in the back pocket, APOEL is off to a usual good start. And considering manager Giorgos Donis made off with a league and cup double last season, he certainly knows how to get the better of his opponents.Defensive veteran John Arne-Riise is perhaps the most recognizable name in the Cyprus squad, but his fitness will prevent him from taking the field. Greek central defender Anastasios Papazoglou has just returned from injury and will bolster the back line tasked with marking Barcelona’s pesky strikers.

Away - APOEL Nicosia
Last away matches - W-D-D-W-W-W

Asian Handicap
Home - (-3.00)
Away - (+3.00)
Pick - APOEL Nicosia (+3.00)
Odds - 2.26
Stakes - 10/10

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UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Bayern Munchen
Pep Guardiola’s Bayern Munich experiment has thus far been largely characterised by a free-flowing, dynamic style that can only be praised. Yet, despite their utter dominance of German domestic football, there can be no mistaking that Champions League glory is the ultimate prize for the Bavarian giants. They seem likely to miss the talismanic figure of Arjen Robben this week due to injury, while Bastian Schweinsteiger and Thiago Alcantara are also set to miss the action. Javi Martinez is also unavailable, which will almost certainly necessitate the inclusion of Xabi Alonso in the holding role alongside Lahm.

Home - Bayern Munchen
Last away matches - D-W-L-L-W-W

Manchester City
Manuel Pellegrini will be banned from the touchline on Wednesday following comments he made in the wake of their Champions League exit to Barcelona last season. Pablo Zabaleta is also suspended, which will see the vastly experienced figure of Bacary Sagna charged with the unenviable task of marking Franck Ribery. I’m certain that Pellegrini will opt for one striker up front, considering the talent at Munich’s disposal. Fernandinho and Toure will offer a muscular force in midfield, while Pellegrini would be wise to utilise the electrifying pace of Navas on the counterattacks.

Away - Manchester City
Last away matches - D-W-L-W-W-L

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.00)
Away - (+1.00)
Pick - Bayern Munchen (-1.00)
Odds - 2.16
Stakes - 10/10

Source : UefaChampionsLeague

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
11/5/2014

Bayern Munchen vs AS Roma

Home - Bayern Munchen
Last away matches - W-D-W-W-W-D

Bayern Munich take on AS Roma at Allianz-Arena and Champions League - Group Stage. This is the 4th round in Group E. The hosts are at the top with three wins and with a goal difference of 9:1 after three rounds. Otherwise, this is a very strange group with Manchester City and CSKA Moscow. Nevertheless, these hosts are massive and they are simply unbeatable. Having said that they are unbeaten in all competitions and are looking good for qualification from Group E, sitting top with 9 points after the third match day. With Pep Guardiola tweaking his system, key players struggling for match fitness and a questionable defense, Bayern have their problems. If you look at the table though, those problems disappear; they are already four points clear at the top of the Bundesliga and five points clear the top of their Champions League. In the last game, they picked up a win against Borussia Dortmund 2-1 at home. Anyway, for this match Bayern are almost back to full strength, the returns of Franck Ribery and Mario Gotze will be most pleasing for Guardiola, and with Arjen Robben showing no signs of losing his attacking spark on the right wing the Spanish boss is almost spoiled for choice.

Away - AS Roma
Last away matches - L-D-L-D-W-W

On the other hand, guests are currently on 2nd place in Serie A with a total goal difference of 16: 6 and 3 points less than Juventus. In the last game, they were defeated 2-0 against Napoli. Anyway, after the terrible defeat against Bayern in those last three games they've picked up a 2-0 win against Cesena, 1 draw against Sampdoria 0-0 and 1 defeat against Napoli. Otherwise, Roma have impressed on their return to Europe's elite club competition, dismissing Group E whipping boys CSKA Moscow 5-1 in the first match day before leaving the Etihad with a very impressive point against Angleščina champions Manchester City. However, after the unrealistic results against Bayern they started to fall into shape. Of course, no one else can expect a similar result, and this will be a match with a lot more optimism for guests. Otherwise, a lot of pressure will fall on Totti to lead the line and provide the goal threat. Destro and Totti have a good understanding and the midfield combination play of Pjanic will provide them with the ball; expect them to test the Bayern backline more effectively than either City or CSKA in previous games. In any case, they will not be able to count on Maicon (Knee injury), Gianluca Curci (Elbow injury), and Davide Astori (Thigh injury).

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.50)
Away - (+1.50)
Pick - Bayern Munchen (-1.50)
Odds - 1.66
Stakes - 8/10

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
11/5/2014

Bayern Munchen vs AS Roma

Home - Bayern Munchen
Last away matches - W-D-W-W-W-D

Bayern Munich take on AS Roma at Allianz-Arena and Champions League - Group Stage. This is the 4th round in Group E. The hosts are at the top with three wins and with a goal difference of 9:1 after three rounds. Otherwise, this is a very strange group with Manchester City and CSKA Moscow. Nevertheless, these hosts are massive and they are simply unbeatable. Having said that they are unbeaten in all competitions and are looking good for qualification from Group E, sitting top with 9 points after the third match day. With Pep Guardiola tweaking his system, key players struggling for match fitness and a questionable defense, Bayern have their problems. If you look at the table though, those problems disappear; they are already four points clear at the top of the Bundesliga and five points clear the top of their Champions League. In the last game, they picked up a win against Borussia Dortmund 2-1 at home. Anyway, for this match Bayern are almost back to full strength, the returns of Franck Ribery and Mario Gotze will be most pleasing for Guardiola, and with Arjen Robben showing no signs of losing his attacking spark on the right wing the Spanish boss is almost spoiled for choice.

Away - AS Roma
Last away matches - L-D-L-D-W-W

On the other hand, guests are currently on 2nd place in Serie A with a total goal difference of 16: 6 and 3 points less than Juventus. In the last game, they were defeated 2-0 against Napoli. Anyway, after the terrible defeat against Bayern in those last three games they've picked up a 2-0 win against Cesena, 1 draw against Sampdoria 0-0 and 1 defeat against Napoli. Otherwise, Roma have impressed on their return to Europe's elite club competition, dismissing Group E whipping boys CSKA Moscow 5-1 in the first match day before leaving the Etihad with a very impressive point against Angleščina champions Manchester City. However, after the unrealistic results against Bayern they started to fall into shape. Of course, no one else can expect a similar result, and this will be a match with a lot more optimism for guests. Otherwise, a lot of pressure will fall on Totti to lead the line and provide the goal threat. Destro and Totti have a good understanding and the midfield combination play of Pjanic will provide them with the ball; expect them to test the Bayern backline more effectively than either City or CSKA in previous games. In any case, they will not be able to count on Maicon (Knee injury), Gianluca Curci (Elbow injury), and Davide Astori (Thigh injury).

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.50)
Away - (+1.50)
Pick - Bayern Munchen (-1.50)
Odds - 1.66
Stakes - 8/10

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
11/5/2014

Ajax vs Barcelona

Home - Ajax
Last away matches - W-L-D-D-W-W

Ajax fans are now against the favored Catalans a little optimistic, especially since the defeat at the Nou Camp Stadium was the only mistake in the last 12 games just before this very important duel. Players from Amsterdam have brought before namely two CL-draw and although once home to PSG as well as abroad at APOEL, while they have two Cup wins and a series of five wins and two draws in their own country. Last weekend the Dutch have won 4:0 against Dordrecht at home, which means that they still have four points behind the leaders PSV. But they certainly is much more important to have a positive atmosphere in the team. The goal tally is at an enviable level and coach de Boer has therefore no reason to change the starting lineup.

Away - Barcelona
Last away matches - L-W-L-D-W-W

In contrast to Ajax the Catalans can take this fight a little more relaxed. It is for them 15 days ago at home where they won 3:1 over Ajax and now have all four points more than the Dutch side. But their current game shape during the Primera is worrying, while certainly still remembers both of last year's defeat in Amsterdam and this year's defeat in the second CL-round in Paris against PSG. The most important thing is that the charges of coach Enrique conceded defeat in the last two rounds of Primera and first away at the biggest rivals Real Madrid. In this game, they also have the first goals conceded during the championship. Then last weekend Celta won 1:0 at the Nou Camp. The fans are naturally concerned and it is now expected that the Catalans will try to compensate for this error, at least with a CL victory.

Asian Handicap
Home - (+1.75)
Away - (-1.75)
Pick - Barcelona (-1.75)
Odds - 2.08
Stakes - 10/10

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
11/5/2014

Maribor vs Chelsea

Home - Maribor
Last away matches - W-L-W-D-D-W

Maribor had to wait 15 years in order to qualify to the group phase of UEFA Champions League again. 15 years ago Maribor finished their group on fourth place, with four points collected (1:0 Dynamo Kyiv, 0:0 Bayer Leverkusen). Last season Slovenian champions played in the Europa League when they faced other English club in group stage, Wigan Athletic. Maribor managed to get a home win (2:1) and it was their only victory against English clubs in history of seven games (overall record is W1, D1, L5). It’s worth to notice that during this season Maribor already made two surprised as they managed to get 1:1 draws against higher-rated opponents: Sporting Lisbon and Schalke 04. However, two weeks ago, they suffered from heavy 0:6 defeat at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea. It was a one-way traffic, but now it’s time for a revenge. “Chelsea are a big club, probably the biggest to ever come to our stadium. But I trust my colleagues, we believe in ourselves and we know that we can play against any team in the world. Of course Chelsea are big favourites, but they will have to beat our defence firs. Yes, they are quick with a lot of creativity in attack. Everybody knows Chelsea, we watch them every week, so we know that they don’t have any weaknesses. But at the same time we are not afraid of anyone,” said defender Arghus.

Away - Chelsea
Last away matches - W-D-W-W-D-W

Chelsea are doing very well, both in English Premier League and UEFA Champions League. However, their recent league match (narrow 2:1 home win over Queens Park Rangers) wasn’t great and coach Jose Mourinho wasn’t happy with his team’s performance. “It’s important to win when you don’t play so well as normal. In the end we deserved to win but the result could’ve been more than such a narrow result. We have to be more consistent and play better,” said Portuguese manager. Generally, those are busy days for Chelsea. Around 10 days ago they played against Manchester United at Old Trafford, then in mid week they had to feature against Shrewsbury in Capital One Cup. Last Saturday there was a mentioned game against QPR, now Champions League match against Maribor, and finally Liverpool at the weekend just before the international break. “It was a very strange week to work and to be focused. We tried, but the individual performances weren't there (against QPR) and the collective performance was not there too,” Mourinho explained.

Asian Handicap
Home - (+1.75)
Away - (-1.75)
Pick - Chelsea (-1.75)
Odds - 2.28
Stakes - 10/10
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UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
11/5/2014

Paris Saint Germain vs APOEL Nicosia

Home - Paris Saint Germain
Last away matches - W-W-W-D-W-D

PSG are often criticised this season for not playing well enough. In fact, Laurent Blanc's men did really well in just one game, and that is home win over Barcelona (3:2) on matchday 2 in UEFA Champions League. Two weeks ago, in first match against APOEL in Cyprus, French champions didn’t impress either but again good fortune didn’t leave them and in the end they got much needed 3 points. Last weekend PSG put up another mediocre performance. Lorient were leading 1:0 at half time and were a clearly better side, however after the break PSG improved their level of play and won that match. Although PSG most often don’t impress, it should be said that they didn’t lose a single game this season. Now, in case of victory, they’ll secure their place in the play-offs (provided Ajax won’t beat Barcelona). Zlatan Ibrahimovic is still sidelined with injury. Players realize it’s an important game and they must play at high level. “In the league and in UEFA Champions League, you need to play with high intensity otherwise you are struggling.

Away - APOEL Nicosia
Last away matches - W-W-W-L-W-D

APOEL, after getting just 1 point from first 3 games, have now very little chances of progressing to the next round. The Cypriot club would need a victory from this match in order to retain realistic chances, but it’s unlikely to happen. In the past APOEL have never won any away game in the Champions League (overall record is W0, D5, L4). They also don’t have good memories from matches against French clubs on their ground in the recent years as APOEL have lost to Lyon (0:1) and Bordeaux (1:2) in the last few years.

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.50)
Away - (+1.50)
Pick - APOEL Nicosia (+1.50)
Odds - 2.09
Stakes - 9/10

Great tips man, but I think PSG will cover the -1.5 handicap. Sure, APOEL are no pushovers, but PSG are getting into form lately and can really turn the screw here. I expect a 2-0, 3-1 win.

UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Barcelona
Out of the squad, new keeper Marc-André ter Stegen, Douglas, Sandro, Pedro, Marc Bartra, Martín Montoya and Gerard Piqué arguably have the most to gain from added minutes. Whether Lucho thinks it is necessary to instill that in his players at this point in the season is up to him. But it’s something that needs to be addressed before injuries start to make Lucho’s choices for him. Piqué’s lack of confidence against Athletic Bilbao was smellier than a rotting gazelle on the Serengeti, and any poacher of a forward worth his mettle will put as much pressure as possible on the out-of-form defender. By the same token, a rusty Adriano and Montoya could prove shaky cover for Jordi Alba at left back once his swashbuckling tendencies inevitably get him a hamstring injury.

Home - Barcelona
Last away matches - W-W-D-W-D-W

APOEL Nicosia
With a Cyprus Supercup and two victories in the first two rounds of the Cypriot Championship in the back pocket, APOEL is off to a usual good start. And considering manager Giorgos Donis made off with a league and cup double last season, he certainly knows how to get the better of his opponents.Defensive veteran John Arne-Riise is perhaps the most recognizable name in the Cyprus squad, but his fitness will prevent him from taking the field. Greek central defender Anastasios Papazoglou has just returned from injury and will bolster the back line tasked with marking Barcelona’s pesky strikers.

Away - APOEL Nicosia
Last away matches - W-D-D-W-W-W

Asian Handicap
Home - (-3.00)
Away - (+3.00)
Pick - APOEL Nicosia (+3.00)
Odds - 2.26
Stakes - 10/10

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UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Bayern Munchen
Pep Guardiola’s Bayern Munich experiment has thus far been largely characterised by a free-flowing, dynamic style that can only be praised. Yet, despite their utter dominance of German domestic football, there can be no mistaking that Champions League glory is the ultimate prize for the Bavarian giants. They seem likely to miss the talismanic figure of Arjen Robben this week due to injury, while Bastian Schweinsteiger and Thiago Alcantara are also set to miss the action. Javi Martinez is also unavailable, which will almost certainly necessitate the inclusion of Xabi Alonso in the holding role alongside Lahm.

Home - Bayern Munchen
Last away matches - D-W-L-L-W-W

Manchester City
Manuel Pellegrini will be banned from the touchline on Wednesday following comments he made in the wake of their Champions League exit to Barcelona last season. Pablo Zabaleta is also suspended, which will see the vastly experienced figure of Bacary Sagna charged with the unenviable task of marking Franck Ribery. I’m certain that Pellegrini will opt for one striker up front, considering the talent at Munich’s disposal. Fernandinho and Toure will offer a muscular force in midfield, while Pellegrini would be wise to utilise the electrifying pace of Navas on the counterattacks.

Away - Manchester City
Last away matches - D-W-L-W-W-L

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.00)
Away - (+1.00)
Pick - Bayern Munchen (-1.00)
Odds - 2.16
Stakes - 10/10

Source : UefaChampionsLeague

UEFA EURO 2016 QUALIFIERS
11/14/2014

Scotland vs Republic of Ireland

Home - Scotland
Last away matches - D-L-W-W-W-L

Scotland only lost 1 of their last 5 matches but that doesn’t mean they have won other 4 matches. They have 2 wins and 2 draws in these last 5 matches. In this time they scored a total of 7 goals while conceding 6 goals. Although their offense looked reliable but their defense couldn’t back them up properly. They need to improve on both section and keep a better teamwork, thus they will be able to win more matches.

Away - Republic of Ireland
Last away matches - L-D

Republic of Ireland is undefeated for last 4 matches. Their last loss came against Portugal where they were devastated but after that they bounced back and at the moment looking very solid. If we take their last 5 match into consideration then we see, they scored 13 goals in this time while they conceded 7 goals, 5 of which came from Portugal. They even managed a draw against Germany in their last match and thus it becomes clear that they are the favorites to win this match. If they play at their usual pace then this match will become an easy win for them.

Asian Handicap
Home - (-0.50)
Away - (+0.50)
Pick - Scotland (-0.50)
Odds - 2.44
Stakes - 9/10
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UEFA EURO 2016 QUALIFIERS
11/14/2014

Portugal vs Armenia

Home - Portugal
Last away matches - W-L-D-L-W-W

Portugal on the other hand might not be at their best at the time but they are in way better than Armenia. They managed to win 2 of their last 5 matches while they lost 2 of those matches. The other match was a draw and that came against United States. They are coming to this match after defeating Denmark in their last match. In these 5 matches they put up a good fight against every opponent. Ronaldo seems to be in form and that might be the key point in this match. In theses 5 matches Portugal scored 6 goals while they conceded 6 goals as well. They looked mediocre in the field but still they will be playing this match as the favorites.

Away - Armenia
Last away matches - L-L-L-L-W-L

Armenia’s recent matches have been devastating for them. They barely managed to avoid loss in one occasion and that ended in draw too. Their performance have been so lacking that other teams are hammering them. Their only draw came against Serbia when the scorecard was 1-1. In these 5 matches they conceded a total of 14 goals while only scoring 3 goals. It says that neither their defense nor their offense is strong enough to pose any big threats against a team like Portugal. But they have the capability to hold Portugal off and get a draw in the process. But they will be playing this match as the underdogs and not the favorites.

Asian Handicap
Home - (-2.25)
Away - (+2.25)
Pick - Armenia (+2.25)
Odds - 1.74
Stakes - 10/10
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UEFA EURO 2016 QUALIFIERS
11/14/2014

Greece vs Faroe Islands

Home - Greece
Last away matches - D-L-D-L-D-D

Greece isn’t in much better shape anyway. They lost 3 of their last 5 matches. They scored 4 goals in this time while allowing 6 goals. Their offense and defense both needs work but they are in a bit better position than their opponents. They will clearly be the favorites to win this match but it won’t be easy for them considering their present form. So they need to improve themselves if they want to keep winning.

Away - Faroe Islands
Last away matches - L-W-L-L-L-L

Faroe Islands lost 4 of their last 5 matches and managed 1 win against Gibraltar. Their offense and defense both were lagging and their weak performance have been haunting them in their recent plays. They are lacking team work and thus even after playing defensively, many holes have been opening up for opponents. That’s the reason they allowed 10 goals in only last 5 matches. However they did score 8 goals but 4 of them came from their winning match. So basically they need to improve in all departments if they want to win matches.

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.75)
Away - (+1.75)
Pick - Greece (-1.75)
Odds - 1.71
Stakes - 8/10

UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Barcelona
Out of the squad, new keeper Marc-André ter Stegen, Douglas, Sandro, Pedro, Marc Bartra, Martín Montoya and Gerard Piqué arguably have the most to gain from added minutes. Whether Lucho thinks it is necessary to instill that in his players at this point in the season is up to him. But it’s something that needs to be addressed before injuries start to make Lucho’s choices for him. Piqué’s lack of confidence against Athletic Bilbao was smellier than a rotting gazelle on the Serengeti, and any poacher of a forward worth his mettle will put as much pressure as possible on the out-of-form defender. By the same token, a rusty Adriano and Montoya could prove shaky cover for Jordi Alba at left back once his swashbuckling tendencies inevitably get him a hamstring injury.

Home - Barcelona
Last away matches - W-W-D-W-D-W

APOEL Nicosia
With a Cyprus Supercup and two victories in the first two rounds of the Cypriot Championship in the back pocket, APOEL is off to a usual good start. And considering manager Giorgos Donis made off with a league and cup double last season, he certainly knows how to get the better of his opponents.Defensive veteran John Arne-Riise is perhaps the most recognizable name in the Cyprus squad, but his fitness will prevent him from taking the field. Greek central defender Anastasios Papazoglou has just returned from injury and will bolster the back line tasked with marking Barcelona’s pesky strikers.

Away - APOEL Nicosia
Last away matches - W-D-D-W-W-W

Asian Handicap
Home - (-3.00)
Away - (+3.00)
Pick - APOEL Nicosia (+3.00)
Odds - 2.26
Stakes - 10/10

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UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Bayern Munchen
Pep Guardiola’s Bayern Munich experiment has thus far been largely characterised by a free-flowing, dynamic style that can only be praised. Yet, despite their utter dominance of German domestic football, there can be no mistaking that Champions League glory is the ultimate prize for the Bavarian giants. They seem likely to miss the talismanic figure of Arjen Robben this week due to injury, while Bastian Schweinsteiger and Thiago Alcantara are also set to miss the action. Javi Martinez is also unavailable, which will almost certainly necessitate the inclusion of Xabi Alonso in the holding role alongside Lahm.

Home - Bayern Munchen
Last away matches - D-W-L-L-W-W

Manchester City
Manuel Pellegrini will be banned from the touchline on Wednesday following comments he made in the wake of their Champions League exit to Barcelona last season. Pablo Zabaleta is also suspended, which will see the vastly experienced figure of Bacary Sagna charged with the unenviable task of marking Franck Ribery. I’m certain that Pellegrini will opt for one striker up front, considering the talent at Munich’s disposal. Fernandinho and Toure will offer a muscular force in midfield, while Pellegrini would be wise to utilise the electrifying pace of Navas on the counterattacks.

Away - Manchester City
Last away matches - D-W-L-W-W-L

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.00)
Away - (+1.00)
Pick - Bayern Munchen (-1.00)
Odds - 2.16
Stakes - 10/10

Source : UefaChampionsLeague

UEFA EURO 2016 QUALIFIERS
11/17/2014

Netherlands vs Latvia

Home - Netherlands
Last away matches - L-L-L-W-W-W

Netherlands is that this game is must win. Having lost two of their first three in this group the Dutch must get a win here to get themselves back in contention in the group, with the Czech Republic taking on Iceland it is also an opportunity to make up ground on the front runners. Gus hiddink the new Netherlands manager who took over after the World Cup rested star striker Robin Van Persie in the friendly loss to Mexico on Wednesday. Schalke star Klass Jan Huntelaar started trhough the center and had an up and down night playing the position well but missing a couple of guilt edged chances. Van Persie will come back in on Sunday and the Manchester United striker will be looking to get on the end of Arjen Robbens creativity.. The Bayern Munich midfielder was the best player at the World Cup in the summer and has only recently returned to full fitness.

Away - Latvia
Last away matches - D-L-L-L-L-D

Expect the dutch to be ruthless here against a Latvia side that have struggled in the qualifying phase of tournaments and could continue that struggle as this is a really tough group. Turkey, Iceland and the Czech Republic make up the other heavy weights in this group and in reality Latvia could have hoped for a softer group. Latvia though have two poins from three games and they will take a solid defence to the Amsterdam Arena on Sunday evening. Latvia are one of the many improving minnows across Europe and as their players start branching out into the bigger European leagues we will see marked improvement across the board. Sabala the goalscorer against Turkey has been signed by Club Brugge and loaned out but generally Latvian football is going in the right direction and they are coming into this qualifying campaign after winning the Baltic Cup.

Asian Handicap
Home - (-2.25)
Away - (+2.25)
Pick - Latvia (+2.25)
Odds - 2.31
Stakes - 8/10
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UEFA EURO 2016 QUALIFIERS
11/17/2014

Belgium vs Wales

Home - Belgium
Last away matches - D-L-W-W

Belgium take on Wales at the King Baudouin Stadium in Euro - Qualification. This is the 4th round for the guest, while for the hosts 3rd round. The hosts are currently on 3rd place with 1 win and 1 draw with a goal difference of 7:1 after two games in Group B. Otherwise, Group B is not too difficult group. In addition to these two teams there are still Israel, Cyprus, Bosnia & Herzegovina and Andorra. In any case, Belgium went to the last World Cup in Brazil as a dark horse due to their strong qualification campaign and impressive performance. Belgium won their group with three wins, and then beat the United States in the round of 16 before losing to Argentina in the Quarter-finals. For the record, Belgium have only lost one of their last twelve matches played, that was against Argentina in the 2014 World Cup. To date Belgium have played two Euro 2016 qualifiers so far - drawing against Bosnia and beating Andorra. A win here would put them level on points with Wales with a game in hand over Wales after that. Belgium have players who can score and look none other then the likes of Romelu Lukaku, Divock Origi, Christian Benteke and Eden Hazard who are a real threat in this match.

Away - Wales
Last away matches - W-L-D-L-W-L

On the other hand, visitors are currently on the top of the table. They have 2 wins and 1 draw with a goal difference of 4: 2 after three rounds. It must be admitted, they were a pleasant surprise, as the other side of Bosnia & Herzegovina is very unpleasant surprise. Nevertheless, it will be a big test for Wales as they travel to Belgium for this clash and they will start as the underdogs here. Also, it will be interesting to see if Wales under Chris Coleman can avoid defeat and continue their push for Euro 2016, Wales has a good start after three games while managing W2 D1 record and they are doing surprisingly well. Wales had to thank Gareth Bale against Andorra as he scored both goals, including a late, late winner as Wales squeezed past Andorrsa with a 2-1 victory. At home, Wales have managed a draw against United and a win over Cyprus. Still they have managed seven points from three games and that means they lead the group. If they can avoid defeat in this match then they would remain in the top two spot.

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.25)
Away - (+1.25)
Pick - Belgium (-1.25)
Odds - 2.00
Stakes - 9/10
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UEFA EURO 2016 QUALIFIERS
11/17/2014

Azerbaijan vs Norway

Home - Azerbaijan
Last away matches - L-L-L-L-D-L

Azerbaijan have proven to be a tough team to beat at home and Norway will face a big test on Sunday evening when they travel to Azerbaijan for a key Euro2016 qualifier. Norway have won two from three in qualifying their only loss coming against Italy which to be fair is to be expected. While Norway may be more famous for skiing and ice skating there are some great young players playing with Norway and moving to the best leagues in the world with Daeli plying his trade at Cardiff one of the new generation of Norway starlets. This is a tough game for the visitors as although Norway are expected to win Azerbaijan do not concede too many and have proven to be capable of springing the occasional shock in qualifying.

Away - Norway
Last away matches - W-L-L-D-L

Norway is trying to rebuild after some poor results in last years … they have some interesting young players and people have expectations from them. So far Norway performed good in the Euro 2016 qualifying … lost first game 0-2 to Italy, but won 3-0 in Malta and 2-1 vs. Bulgaria. Last match was a defeat to Estonia 4 days ago but it was only a prep

UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Barcelona
Out of the squad, new keeper Marc-André ter Stegen, Douglas, Sandro, Pedro, Marc Bartra, Martín Montoya and Gerard Piqué arguably have the most to gain from added minutes. Whether Lucho thinks it is necessary to instill that in his players at this point in the season is up to him. But it’s something that needs to be addressed before injuries start to make Lucho’s choices for him. Piqué’s lack of confidence against Athletic Bilbao was smellier than a rotting gazelle on the Serengeti, and any poacher of a forward worth his mettle will put as much pressure as possible on the out-of-form defender. By the same token, a rusty Adriano and Montoya could prove shaky cover for Jordi Alba at left back once his swashbuckling tendencies inevitably get him a hamstring injury.

Home - Barcelona
Last away matches - W-W-D-W-D-W

APOEL Nicosia
With a Cyprus Supercup and two victories in the first two rounds of the Cypriot Championship in the back pocket, APOEL is off to a usual good start. And considering manager Giorgos Donis made off with a league and cup double last season, he certainly knows how to get the better of his opponents.Defensive veteran John Arne-Riise is perhaps the most recognizable name in the Cyprus squad, but his fitness will prevent him from taking the field. Greek central defender Anastasios Papazoglou has just returned from injury and will bolster the back line tasked with marking Barcelona’s pesky strikers.

Away - APOEL Nicosia
Last away matches - W-D-D-W-W-W

Asian Handicap
Home - (-3.00)
Away - (+3.00)
Pick - APOEL Nicosia (+3.00)
Odds - 2.26
Stakes - 10/10

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UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Bayern Munchen
Pep Guardiola’s Bayern Munich experiment has thus far been largely characterised by a free-flowing, dynamic style that can only be praised. Yet, despite their utter dominance of German domestic football, there can be no mistaking that Champions League glory is the ultimate prize for the Bavarian giants. They seem likely to miss the talismanic figure of Arjen Robben this week due to injury, while Bastian Schweinsteiger and Thiago Alcantara are also set to miss the action. Javi Martinez is also unavailable, which will almost certainly necessitate the inclusion of Xabi Alonso in the holding role alongside Lahm.

Home - Bayern Munchen
Last away matches - D-W-L-L-W-W

Manchester City
Manuel Pellegrini will be banned from the touchline on Wednesday following comments he made in the wake of their Champions League exit to Barcelona last season. Pablo Zabaleta is also suspended, which will see the vastly experienced figure of Bacary Sagna charged with the unenviable task of marking Franck Ribery. I’m certain that Pellegrini will opt for one striker up front, considering the talent at Munich’s disposal. Fernandinho and Toure will offer a muscular force in midfield, while Pellegrini would be wise to utilise the electrifying pace of Navas on the counterattacks.

Away - Manchester City
Last away matches - D-W-L-W-W-L

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.00)
Away - (+1.00)
Pick - Bayern Munchen (-1.00)
Odds - 2.16
Stakes - 10/10

Source : UefaChampionsLeague

UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Barcelona
Out of the squad, new keeper Marc-André ter Stegen, Douglas, Sandro, Pedro, Marc Bartra, Martín Montoya and Gerard Piqué arguably have the most to gain from added minutes. Whether Lucho thinks it is necessary to instill that in his players at this point in the season is up to him. But it’s something that needs to be addressed before injuries start to make Lucho’s choices for him. Piqué’s lack of confidence against Athletic Bilbao was smellier than a rotting gazelle on the Serengeti, and any poacher of a forward worth his mettle will put as much pressure as possible on the out-of-form defender. By the same token, a rusty Adriano and Montoya could prove shaky cover for Jordi Alba at left back once his swashbuckling tendencies inevitably get him a hamstring injury.

Home - Barcelona
Last away matches - W-W-D-W-D-W

APOEL Nicosia
With a Cyprus Supercup and two victories in the first two rounds of the Cypriot Championship in the back pocket, APOEL is off to a usual good start. And considering manager Giorgos Donis made off with a league and cup double last season, he certainly knows how to get the better of his opponents.Defensive veteran John Arne-Riise is perhaps the most recognizable name in the Cyprus squad, but his fitness will prevent him from taking the field. Greek central defender Anastasios Papazoglou has just returned from injury and will bolster the back line tasked with marking Barcelona’s pesky strikers.

Away - APOEL Nicosia
Last away matches - W-D-D-W-W-W

Asian Handicap
Home - (-3.00)
Away - (+3.00)
Pick - APOEL Nicosia (+3.00)
Odds - 2.26
Stakes - 10/10

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UEFA Champions League
9/18/2014

Bayern Munchen
Pep Guardiola’s Bayern Munich experiment has thus far been largely characterised by a free-flowing, dynamic style that can only be praised. Yet, despite their utter dominance of German domestic football, there can be no mistaking that Champions League glory is the ultimate prize for the Bavarian giants. They seem likely to miss the talismanic figure of Arjen Robben this week due to injury, while Bastian Schweinsteiger and Thiago Alcantara are also set to miss the action. Javi Martinez is also unavailable, which will almost certainly necessitate the inclusion of Xabi Alonso in the holding role alongside Lahm.

Home - Bayern Munchen
Last away matches - D-W-L-L-W-W

Manchester City
Manuel Pellegrini will be banned from the touchline on Wednesday following comments he made in the wake of their Champions League exit to Barcelona last season. Pablo Zabaleta is also suspended, which will see the vastly experienced figure of Bacary Sagna charged with the unenviable task of marking Franck Ribery. I’m certain that Pellegrini will opt for one striker up front, considering the talent at Munich’s disposal. Fernandinho and Toure will offer a muscular force in midfield, while Pellegrini would be wise to utilise the electrifying pace of Navas on the counterattacks.

Away - Manchester City
Last away matches - D-W-L-W-W-L

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.00)
Away - (+1.00)
Pick - Bayern Munchen (-1.00)
Odds - 2.16
Stakes - 10/10

Source : UefaChampionsLeague

Brazil Serie B
11/18/2014

Atletico Goianiense vs Bragantino

Home - Atletico Goianiense
Last away matches - L-D-W-W-D-L

Atletico GO finally lose a match after the amazing form they had shown in the last two and a half months. The team was on the amazing run of nine consecutive matches without a single defeat in the league, having been able to win a whole six of those matches (6-3-0), as this run allowed them to move to the top four and to be among the promotion candidates, but in the weekend this great run had finally came to an end, as the club lost against Parana with 0:2 on the road. However, still, with fifteen victories in the thirty five matches played until now and with fifty three points collected in those games (15-8-12), the team is currently on fifth place, but just one single point behind the fourth position, so in the last three rounds of the season they will try and get the maximum amount of points, especially in their two home matches, to be able to get in the top four in the very last moment. And having in mind their great performance at home during the whole season and the ten victories so far in the seventeen matches played (10-4-3), as well as their great form recently at their arena, having collected sixteen points from their last six games (5-1-0), I doubt that they will do a mistake exactly here.

Away - Bragantino
Last away matches - L-L-L-L-D-L

Bragantino continues to collect a lot of points at home recently and in the same time to lose match after match on the road, but so far this pays off, as the club is currently three points ahead of the relegation zone, with just three rounds remaining, so maybe one more victory in their last home match can be enough for their survival. The team had won a whole three times in their last four matches in front of their fans in the league (3-0-1).

Asian Handicap
Home - (-0.50)
Away - (+0.50)
Pick - Atletico Goianiense (-0.50)
Odds - 1.82
Stakes - 9/10
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Brazil Serie B
11/18/2014

Avai SC vs Portuguesa Desportos

Home - Avai SC
Last away matches - L-L-L-L-L-D

Avai is on the verge of losing their ticket to Serie A in the fashion they did it last season as well and this will be another huge blow for the club, as they are coming really close every single time to the promotion and at the end are left with just nothing, which is really terrible, but still in this midweek round they have one final chance to get back in the fight for the top four, playing at home against the already relegated Portuguesa side and everything else but the three points for the would mean end of their ambitions. Last season Avai had a terrible end of the campaign, as they had lost four times in the last five rounds in Serie B and that cost them the place in the top four and the promotion to the best in the country and right now we are looking at the same disaster from the club, as they are on a really terrible shape in the last months and slipped out of the top four, despite being there for almost the whole season so far. The team had won just one single point in their last six league matches (0-1-5) and because of that horrible run, from being in the top three and having really nice advantage over the fifth and behind in the table, they had now dropped down to the eight place in the ranks, with just three rounds left to be played, but still they are just one single point behind the fourth Ceara, who has a tough away game this round and three points against Portuguesa will surely bring them back in the fight for the top four.

Away - Portuguesa Desportos
Last away matches - L-L-L-D-L-D

Portuguesa in the same time is already relegated and despite that they had collected a whole four points in their last two league matches (1-1-0), still I just can't see how they will get something against Avai, who are really struggling and need all the points in this fixture. Overall the team had managed to win the embarrassing four times so far in the thirty five games played in Serie B (4-13-18), which just proves how terrible season they had got and really how much behind the rest of the field in the league they were in this campaign. Also on the road Portuguesa had collected just one single point in their last five league matches (0-1-4)

Asian Handicap
Home - (-1.00)
Away - (+1.00)
Pick - Portuguesa Desportos (+1.00)
Odds - 2.14
Stakes - 8/10
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Brazil Serie B
11/18/2014

Icasa vs Parana

Home - Icasa
Last away matches - L-D-W-L-D-L

Icasa is on a great run in this final part of the campaign and despite that they had lost in the last round against America RN as visitors with 0:2, which was a really important game, still they are looking for three points in that match, as another mistake against direct opponent against relegation will be just too much at this stage of the season. Before that defeat the team was on a great run of five consecutive games without a defeat, having been able to collect a whole eleven points in those matches (3-2-0), which allowed them to have the chance to fight against relegation. Currently Icasa is with thirty nine points in the ranks, just three behind the safety zone and having in mind their amazing performance at home recently, having managed to collect thirteen from the possible maximum fifteen points at their arena in the last five matches played in Serie B (4-1-0) and with the fact that two of their last three games of the season will be at home, with three points here they will surely get back in the fight against the bottom four.

Away - Parana
Last away matches - L-L-W-D-L-L

Parana is also still not safe, but the situation for them looks pretty good right now, as after the victory against Atletico GO with 2:0 in th