Union vs Bodo/Glimt: Predictions and Betting Tips for the Europa League Match on October 3, 2024

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Union St.GilloiseBelgium

Bodoe/GlimtNorway

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Union began their Europa League campaign with a loss, while Bode Glimt secured a shocking victory over Porto in the opening round. Should we anticipate another upset from the Norwegians on October 3, and which bets should be closely monitored today? The answers are in our expert’s prediction.

Command Analysis

Union St.Gilloise

Current Form

Union faced Fenerbahce away in the opening round of the Europa League and fell short of a stunning upset, losing 1-2. The match was intense with two red cards and a missed penalty for the Belgians, but ultimately did not yield any points. This season has been challenging for coach Sebastian Pocognoli's squad, as their attacking unit has disintegrated, failing to pose the same threat as before. In the Belgian league, Union currently sits in eighth place with 13 points after nine matches.

Disciplinary Actions and Injuries

In the last match, central defender McAllister received a red card, marking a significant blow for the team. Additionally, Kabanga will miss today’s game due to injury.

Interesting Betting Trends

In four of their last five Europa League matches, both teams scored when Union played
In three of their last five matches, Union drew with their opponents at halftime

Projected Lineup: Morris - Burgess, Machida, Sykes - Castro-Montes, Sadiki, Vanhautte, Rasmussen, Niang - Ivanovic, Rodriguez.

Bodoe/Glimt

Current Form

Bodø/Glimt pulled off one of the biggest surprises in the opening round of the Europa League. The Norwegians defeated Porto 3-2 on home turf, showcasing their usual attacking style. In the first half, Kjetil Knutsen's side took a 2-1 lead, and in the second half, even while down to ten men, they managed to score again, conceding only in the dying moments of the match. In the Norwegian league, Bodø/Glimt remains unmatched, leading the standings after 24 matches by a seven-point margin over their nearest rival.

Disqualifications and Injuries

Määtä will miss the match due to suspension. Injuries will also keep Vembango and Gundersen off the pitch today.

Interesting Betting Trends

In three of the last four away matches in the Europa League involving the Norwegians, both teams have scored.
Bodø/Glimt won the first half in their last two matches.

Expected Lineup: Haikin – Seøvald, Nielsen, Bjertuft, Bjørkan – Evjen, Berg, Saltnes – Zugel, Haug, Haugen

Trends

Bet Union to win on fouls

In three of their last four matches, Union players committed more fouls than their opponents

1.57

Bet Goals in both halves – yes

This bet has landed in the last three away matches for the guests

1.60

Bet Exact score 1:2

Union's last two defeats came with them conceding two goals

12.00

Tip and bets

TipBodø/Glimt will not lose

1.86

The odds from bookmakers for the upcoming match raise significant questions. Union does not appear to be a formidable force this season, even by national championship standards, clearly struggling in attack. Without an effective offense, it will be challenging to compete against the Norwegian team that scored three goals against the mighty Porto in the first round. We believe the visitors will at least avoid defeat today.

Our prediction is that Bodo/Glimt will not lose with odds of 1.86

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Tipboth teams to score

1.86

Total Goals Bet

Given the attacking style of the Norwegians, a goals exchange bet seems promising in this matchup. Both teams are unlikely to play defensively as Union aims to delight their home fans, while Bodo/Glimt only knows how to compete with an aggressive approach.

A second bet option is that both teams will score, offered at odds of 1.61.

Corner Kicks Bet

It's also worth noting that Union has won the corner kick count in nine of their last ten matches. Accordingly, we recommend another betting option.

Prediction is a Union victory in corner kicks with odds of 1.47.

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