LiontipsMalmo vs Chelsea. Prediction and Betting Tips for UEFA Champions League (November 2, 2021).
Command Analysis
Malmostarted their Champions League campaign in the qualifying matches. In July and August, the 21-time Swedish champions passed Riga, HJK, Rangers and Ludogorets.
There were no surprises in the first round of the group stage. Malmo suffered 3 defeats in 3 games and are bottom of their group. In the first game, Jon Dahl Tomasson's team suffered a home defeat to Juventus (0:3), then they were crushed in Saint-Petersburg by Zenit (4:0) and in London by Chelsea with the same score. One cannot fail to notice that Malmo are yet to score a goal in the Champions League.
In 26 rounds of Allsvenskan, the hosts recorded 15 victories and 6 draws. Malmo lead the table with 51 points in the asset. After a draw with Varberg (1:1), they got two victories in a row - against AIK Fotboll (1:0) and Sirius (3:2).
Beijmo, Knudsen, Lewicki,and Toivonen are unavailable for the hosts.
Last week Chelsea advanced to the quarterfinals of the EFL League Cup following a hard-earned victory against Southampton (2:1 P). On matchday 10 of the English Premier League, the Blues easily beat Newcastle (3:0). Chelsea already have earned 25 points from 8 victories and 1 draw and currently top the table. The defensive performance of Chelsea is exceptional - they've conceded only 3 goals this season.
Thomas Tuchel's men had a solid first round of the Champions League group stage. The current European champions started the new campaign with a narrow victory over Zenit (1:0). In the second game, they suffered a defeat to Juventus, who now top the Group H table. Finally, the Blues crushed Malmo (4:0), having netted two goals in each half. Jorginho scored two penaltie for Chelsea.
Lukaku, Werner, Kovacic have been ruled out of this fixture. Mount remains a doubt.
Trends
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
Goals were scored in both halves in 2 of Malmo's last 3 games.
СтавкаYellow cards: total under 3
This bet played in the last 2 games of Chelsea.
СтавкаCorners: total under 9.5
This bet played in 2 of Chelsea's last 4 games.
СтавкаCorrect score 1:2
The visitors won the last 3 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
Chelsea are the clear favourites to win this fixture. In the last game, the Blues demonstrated that they are a much stronger team. Of course, Malmo will try to give a dignified performance at home, but not much is expected from the Swedish club. The currect holder of the Champions League trophy will most likely win here and secure their ticket to the playoffs.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-2) to Chelsea
We do not think that Chelsea will be able to crush Malmo at home, like they did two weeks ago in London. The Blues must save some energy for the Premier League match on Saturday. A solid two-goal margin will be all they need.
Second bet - Chelsea to win by 2 goals
