LiontipsBenfica vs Dynamo Kyiv. Prediction and Betting Tips for UEFA Champions League
Command Analysis
In the previous Champions League season Benfica put up a solid performance - team advanced into the playoffs and reached the quarterfinals. At this stage, Portuguese side put up a good fight against Liverpool, but Merseyside club eventually advanced further (6:4 on aggregate).
In the first round of a new tournament Roger Schmidt's men left no chance to Midtjylland. At the start of Primeira Liga the Eagles managed to beat Arouca (4:0) and Casa Pia (1:0).
This summer, Dynamo played their first official matches after a long absence, but Ukrainian club got off to a successful start in the Champions League qualification. Kyiv side managed to beat Fenerbahce and Sturm.
First match against Benfica ended unsuccessfully for the White-Blues - Portuguese club secured a 2:0 victory in Poland. In the previous season of Ukrainian Premier League Mircea Lucescu's men have played only 18 games, earning 14 victories and three draws, which brought 45 points and a 2nd spot in the standings.
Trends
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In three latest matches of Benfica goals were scored in both halves
СтавкаCorrect score 2:0
Hosts have won 4 of 5 latest head-to-head matches
СтавкаCorners: total under 9,5
This bet played in 3 of 5 latest matches of Benfica
СтавкаYellow cards: total under 5
This bet played in 4 of 6 latest matches of the hosts
Tip and bets
In the first match Benfica proved their class, so they deserved to be favourites ahead of the second game. Portuguese side has a huge advantage on class and experience, plus they will have fans' support.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-1,5) on Benfica
As a head coach, Mircea Lucescu played against Portuguese teams five teams and his teams were unable to score in three latest fixtures. Kyiv side also has a lack of match practice, which might be a key factor in the upcoming game.
Our second bet is on Benfica to win by two goals
