Ace Football team previews the Champions League clash between Panathinaikos and Braga and offers the latest team news, stats, and free betting tips with the best odds.
Panathinaikos are set to face Braga in the second leg of the Champions League play-offs at the Athens Olympic Stadium on Tuesday. Although the Greek giants find themselves trailing 2-1 on aggregate following their first-leg defeat last week, they now have the advantage of playing on home turf. The question is whether they can stage a remarkable comeback.
Team form: Panathinaikos vs Braga
Panathinaikos Form
Panathinaikos have had mixed results in their last three matches. They first edged Marseille on penalties despite a 2-1 defeat after extra-time. They then fell to a 2-1 defeat against Braga before bouncing back with a convincing 3-0 victory over NFC Volos. In their last six Champions League home matches, Panathinaikos have three wins, two draws, and one loss, scoring nine goals and conceding five.
Braga Form
Braga have been in good form in their last three matches, starting with a 1-4 victory over TSC Backa Topola. This was followed by a 2-4 win against Chaves, and a 2-1 triumph over Panathinaikos. However, their away record in the Champions League shows three wins and three losses in six matches, with no draws. They’ve scored 15 goals while conceding 14 during these away fixtures.
Betting stats for Panathinaikos and Braga
Here are some fun facts that could come in handy when placing bets on the upcoming game between Panathinaikos and Braga. The facts are based on the stats from games played out across all tournaments.
- In 4 of the last 5 matches Panathinaikos played, both teams scored
- Panathinaikos have conceded in 8 of the last 9 matches
- In 4 of the last 5 Panathinaikos matches the sum of goals was over 2.5
- Panathinaikos have scored in the last 5 matches in a row
- Panathinaikos have not lost 4 of the last 5 matches
- Braga have scored in 21 of the last 23 matches
- Braga have not lost 13 of the last 15 matches
- Braga have won 9 of the last 11 matches
- Braga have lost the last 3 matches in a row and both teams scored at the same time
- In the last 4 matches in a row Braga played, both teams scored
Players on top: Panathinaikos vs Braga
The clash between Panathinaikos and Braga also features a battle between Andraz Sporar and Alvaro Djalo, both of whom have been in decent form with three Champions League goals for their respective teams recently. The question now is whether these sharpshooters can continue their scoring runs in this crucial match.
Betting markets: Panathinaikos vs Braga
Full-time result
At the Athens Olympic Stadium, Panathinaikos have been formidable, with four wins, five draws, and only one loss in their last 10 games. On the other hand, Braga have displayed strong away form, winning seven out of their last 10 away matches, with two draws and one loss during this period.
Both teams to score
Panathinaikos have been quick off the mark, scoring the opening goal in six out of their last ten games. On the other hand, Braga took the initiative by scoring the first goal in seven of their last ten matches. Additionally, in the last five away games that Braga have played, both teams have managed to find the back of the net.
Total goals
In the previous ten matches for Panathinaikos, there were over 2.5 goals in five of them, with an average of 1.3 goals per game during this period. For Braga, over 2.5 goals occurred in six of their last ten outings, and they managed to score an average of 2.3 goals in those matches. Notably, Braga have found the net in their last 11 matches.
Betting tip: Panathinaikos vs Braga
In conclusion, the upcoming game between Panathinaikos and Braga seems like a decent betting opportunity. Considering the abovementioned stats and facts, we have come up with a betting suggestion for this Champions League match.