LiontipsValencia vs Cadiz. Predictions and Betting Tips for Copa del Rey
Command Analysis
Hosts got off to a wonderful start in Copa del Rey, eight time holder of the trophy easily beat Utrillas (3:0), then Arenteiro (3:1 a.e.t.) and Cartagena (2:1). In the round of 16 Valencia recorded a narrow victory over Baleares (1:0). Andre Marcos scored a goal at the first minute of the game and teams failed to change the score until the final whistle.
Six-time champion of Spain got seven victories and eight draws in 22 rounds of La Liga, which brought them 29 points and a spot at the mid-table.
On December 20, Pepe Bordalas' men beat Levante (4:3), but then suffered three defeats and drew to Sevilla (1:1). Team's offensive line is looking decent, they scored 35 goals, but even more goals were conceded.
Gabriel Paulista, Cillesen are unavailable for the cup match.
Cadiz' 14th season in La Liga is not going by fans' expectations. In the previous season Andalusian club was close to the European competitions zone, but since the first rounds of the new season team lost focus and after 22 rounds team is only at 18th spot.
Head coach was blamed for team's defeats in the first half of the season, so Sergio was appointed as the new manager on January 11 and so far The Yellow Submarine is unbeaten since the start of Sergio's reign. After a draw against Espanyol (2:2) visitors beat Levante (2:0).
On their way to the quarter-final of the Cup The Yellow-Blues beat Albacete (1:0), Fuenlabrada (1:0) and Gijon on penalties.
Perea, Osmajic, Mari and Akapowon't feature in the match.
Trends
СтавкаCorners: total under 9,5
This bet played in 3 out of 5 most recent matches of the hosts
СтавкаGoals in both halves - no
In 3 out of 5 most recent head-to-head matches this bet played
СтавкаCorrect score 2:0
Valencia won 2 out of 3 most recent head-to-head matches at home
СтавкаPenalty: no
In five most recent head-to-head matches no penalties were given
Tip and bets
In this match we will offer to place a bet on the hosts. Aside from support of home fans and huge motivation, Valencia also have a number of skilled and experienced players. Moreover, The Oranges are powerful and creative on the offense.
Our prediction - Valencia to win
In head-to-head matches teams are pretty even, but The Bats are looking more successful at home, they won 4 out of 5 most recent head-to-head matches by a comfortable margin of at least two goals.
Our second bet is on Valencia to win by two goals
