LiontipsCeuta vs Barcelona. Prediction and Betting Tips for Copa del Rey
Command Analysis
Hosts are one of the youngest Spanish teams, they are representing country's African territory. In the round of the competition Ceuta secured a victory over Utrera (2:0), after that, team secured a narrow victory over Ibiza (3:2). Finally, in the most recent round of the tournament a fourth-tier side managed to beat Elche.
Team's situation in fourth division is not so bright - after 19 matches team has two victories and two draws, delivering eight points and a 20th position in the standings.
After a victory in Supercopa, Barcelona will start the Copa del Rey in a great morale condition. Team failed to win a single trophy in the previous season and put up a disappointing Champions League performance two years ago. Catalan team put up an outstanding performance in Saudi Arabia. They beat Betis in the semi-final and crushed Real Madrid (3:1), giving them a huge morale boost.
In the most recent La Liga game Blaugrana secured a 1:0 victory over Atletico, lifting the team to a top position in the standings. Visitors are three points ahead of the 2nd.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 1:4
Visitors have won 3 of 4 latest matches
СтавкаCorners: total under 9,5
This bet played in 3 of 5 latest matches of the hosts
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
This bet played in 3 of 4 latest matches of the visitors
Tip and bets
We are not expecting a miracle here. Ceuta will try to park the bus in an attempt to avoid a blowout, while Catalan side will probably field many reserve players. Xavi will probably let his best players rest before the La Liga game, the Blaugrana is stronger than the opponent in any line-up.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-2,5) on Barcelona
Visitors will probably get control of the game since the first minutes, which will lead to a high-scoring game. The Blaugrana will probably get a victory by a wide margin.
Our second bet is on total over 3 goals
