LiontipsLiverpool vs Bologna: Prediction (odds 2.20) and Betting Tips for the Champions League Match on October 2, 2024
Command Analysis
Current Form
Liverpool enjoyed a strong start in the Champions League with a convincing away victory of 3-1 over AC Milan. Despite conceding an early goal, Arne Slot’s squad quickly regrouped, equalizing before halftime and extending their lead after the break. The Merseysiders dominated in all aspects of the game, registering 12 shots on target compared to just two from Milan. Notably, the English side has now gone 12 matches without a draw in the Champions League, with eight wins and four losses to their name.
In the Premier League, Liverpool has only stumbled once, surprisingly losing to Nottingham Forest. With 15 points, Slot's team sits at the top of the league table, leading their nearest rivals by a single point. In their last match, they secured a 2-1 victory away against Wolverhampton.
It's worth noting that Liverpool has been solid defensively in the Premier League, conceding just two goals in six matches. Four out of their five wins were recorded with clean sheets. In attack, Salah has been outstanding, accumulating eight points in the goal-plus-assist system (four goals and four assists).
Injuries and Suspensions
Harvey Elliott is injured and will not play today.
Betting Trends
- In seven of their last eight Champions League matches, Liverpool scored two or more goals
- Liverpool has not had a draw in their last nine matches
- In their previous four games, the Merseysiders scored in the first 45 minutes
Projected Lineup: Alisson – Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas – Gravenberch, Mac Allister – Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo – Jota.
Current Form
Bologna made its Champions League debut with a goalless draw against Shakhtar (0:0). The opponent missed a penalty early on, after which the Italians controlled the game but failed to break down Shakhtar's defense, registering only four shots on target throughout the match.
Since the season started, Bologna has only secured one win across all competitions, beating Monza in Serie A (2:1). In five of their seven matches, the team has ended in a draw. In the national league standings, Vincenzo Italiano’s side currently sits in 13th place after six rounds.
It is clear that the current Bologna squad is significantly weaker compared to last season's successful campaign. Joshua Zirkzee and Riccardo Calafiori were sold in the summer, and captain Lewis Ferguson is still sidelined due to an ACL injury.
Injuries and Suspensions
Today, Cambiaghi, El-Azzouzi, and Ferguson will not play due to injuries.
Interesting Betting Trends
- In their last 16 matches in Serie A and the Champions League, Bologna has lost only twice.
- In 10 out of their last 15 games, Bologna has drawn.
- In the last three matches, the first half has ended in a draw.
Projected Lineup: Skorupski – Posch, Bekema, Lukumi, Miranda - Abisher, Freuler, Fabbián – Orsolini, Castro, Ndoye.
Trends
Bet Liverpool to win on fouls
In 11 of the last 14 matches, Liverpool players committed more fouls than their opponents
1.87Bet Liverpool to score in the first half
In the last four matches, Liverpool found the net in the first 45 minutes
1.35Bet Exact score 4:1
Liverpool has won four consecutive matches
9.40Bet Goals in both halves – yes
In three of the last five matches, goals were scored in both halves by Liverpool
1.42Tip and bets
Liverpool has made an impressive start to the season, suffering only one setback against Nottingham Forest. Mohamed Salah is leading the attack admirably, while the defense, under Slot's guidance, has significantly improved, restricting opponents from creating chances. Bologna appears to be weaker compared to last season, and it seems unlikely they will come close to their previous successes. We believe the home team will encounter few difficulties today.
Our prediction is a Liverpool victory with a Asian handicap of (-2) at odds of 1.93.
Bet on Total Goals
Liverpool is likely to take the initiative at home, aiming for a solid lead, especially as their attacking play is thriving. Bologna is expected to find the net at least once. In the recent match against Milan involving the Merseysiders, four goals were scored, so a similarly high-scoring game is anticipated today.
Second bet - total over 3.5 goals with odds of 2.20
Bet on Corners
In their last 23 matches, Liverpool has only failed to secure a corner advantage four times. Today, the hosts are expected to spend substantial time in the opponent's half and are likely to achieve another convincing victory in corner kicks.
Prediction - Liverpool to win corners with a handicap of (-3.5) at odds of 1.55
