LiontipsLinares vs Barcelona. Predictions and Betting Tips for Copa del Rey
Command Analysis
Linares started the new edition of Spanish Cup with a victory over Gimnastic (1:0 on pens) and then pulled off an unexpected home win over Alaves (2:1). It is one of the most memorable victories for the team in recent years.
After 17 rounds of the fifth-tier division Andalusian club has only six victories and four draws, which brought 22 points and a 14th spot in the standings. After a draw against Linense (0:0) hosts beat Sevilla Atletico (4:0).
Barcelona is currently in the rebuilding mode, so now every player of the team has a chance for a spot in starting eleven. Catalan club failed to advance into the playoffs of the Champions League, but now team will be a favourite of the Europa League.
After 19 rounds of La Liga The Blaugrana have eight victories and seven draws, which brought 31 points and a 5th spot in the standings, which Catalan club got after a 1:0 victory over Mallorca in the previous match. We should note that Xavi's team is vulnerable on defense, they conceded more than one goal per game on average.
Trends
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 3 out of 4 most recent matches of the hosts goals were scored in both halves
СтавкаYellow cards: total under 4
This bet played in 3 out of 5 most recent matches of the visitors
СтавкаCorrect score 1:4
Catalan club won five most recent head-to-head matches
Tip and bets
In our opinion, even in the current condition Barcelona is much stronger than a modest Linares side, so Catalan club should be able to advance into the next round pretty easily. Xavi's men will try to get the ball possession since the first minutes and then The Blaugrana will crush the opponent without any problems.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-1,5) on Barcelona
We are not expecting too many goals, because visitors will have a next La Liga match next weekend. Experienced Catalan team should be able to get the victory with little effort.
Our second bet is on total under 3,5 goals
