Europa League Predictions > Feb 17th

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Here are the odds for the next round of the Europa League. The ELO ratings aren't available yet so give us any predictions you have for these matches down below! 

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There will be a clash between RB Leipzig and Real Sociedad at Red Bull Arena on Thursday.

RB Leipzig
They defeat FC Koln at 3-1 in last game, getting a six-match unbeaten run recently. Now they are sitting in the fourth place in German Bundesliga. It is because Dani Olmo is recovered, who has scored 2 goals for the team since he’s back.

Real Sociedad
They are also in form, which have been unbeaten for five matches even with four clean sheets. But they are weak in away games, getting only 40% winning percentage as traveller. And they do not have a full lineup as three of their key players suffer from injuries.

Verdict:
They have not met each other in the past. It is the first time for them to meet. Both of them are on a run now. RB Leipzig are slightly better as they have home advantage. So RB Leipzig are more likely to win in upcoming game.

Over/Under Goal: Over 2.5

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FC Porto vs Lazio

FC Porto
They have been unbeaten for nineteen matches even with 86% winning percentage. They rank the top of Portugal Primeira Liga with six points lead. There is just a lack of luck for them to upgrade to next stage of UEFA Champions League. Undoubtedly they will try their best.

Lazio
They get 3W-2D-1L in recent games, with 9 scoring goals and 4 conceding goals during that time. The only one defeat is from AC Milan in Coppa Italia. It seems that they give up the Cup and focus more on the Europa games.

Verdict:
The last time they met each other was in 2008, a friendly game. FC Porto defeated Lazio at 2-1 at that time. FC Porto have home advantage. And they are in form now. So FC Porto will possibly win in upcoming game.

 

FC Porto vs Lazio
1X2 Pick: 1

 

Edited February 16, 2022 by DarrenTse

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FC Barcelona vs Napoli

FC Barcelona
Barca are now unbeaten in 10 consecutive games, but their performances have been inconsistent, especially in their last five clean sheets against Alaves. Pique and Araujo will not play this game, so their defensive ability will be greatly reduced.

Napoli
Napoli have won four and drawn three in their last seven games following a 1-1 draw at home to inter milan, and their morale has been boosted by the return and goals of Insigne. They have also improved their defensive quality, conceding only two goals in their last four games.

Verdict:
Barcelona are stronger at home and deserve support. The 1X2 first odds is 2.00-3.50-3.60, which means support the home team. Barcelona should win this game.

FC Barcelona VS Napoli
Pick: Over 2.75