šŸ˜” farewell, EPL

Our final EPL odds and predictions batch... for a while.

Good Morning ā˜€ļø,

Over the last week, most of the high-profile Euro leagues have wrapped up their season. Of course, there’s plenty more action around. But when you don’t know your ā€œAllsvenskanā€ from your ā€œPrimera Divisiónā€, it can be hard to choose where to look.

So, here’s some advice — don’t choose.

Instead, let us decide for you.

Here’s what’s ahead in this week’s edition of What Are the Odds?

  • A mixed bag of predictions and odds from all around the world. From FIFA club championship qualifiers to the Champions League final, we’ve got it all. šŸ‡øšŸ‡ŖšŸ‡¦šŸ‡·

  • A little trivia in honor of this year’s most likely Champions League winner. āš½šŸ‡«šŸ‡·

  • A little quote about how to bend it like Beckham.

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SCORE PREDICTIONS [FIRST HALF]

This week’s top tips and score predictions, brought to you by CXSports — the leader in odds and score predictions.

⚽ PSG vs Inter Milan
šŸŸļø Champions League (Final)
Saturday 31 May; 21:00 (Europe/Paris)

  • Why we’re watching: This is the Champions League final. Enough said.

  • CXSports says: This is the big one — the Champions League Final — and unfortunately for Milano, they’re starting to show some signs of fatigue, which has seen them concede multiple goals in recent high-stakes matches. Still, Inzaghi's side is known for its discipline and ability to bounce back, so we never know what they might bring to the pitch come game day. As for PSG, they’ve also been a little lax in defense, but their transformation under Luis Enrique into a cohesive attacking machine has made them more dangerous than they should be. As for how that translates into probable outcomes for this game, expect a bunch of goals from PSG with Milano maybe slipping through for one or two of their own.

  • Score prediction: 3-1 for PSG

Option #1

  • Bet: PSG Victory

  • Odds Range: 2.05-2.27

Option #2

  • Bet: Both Teams to Score (Yes)

  • Odds Range: 1.57-1.76

 Degerfors IF vs Osters IF
šŸŸļø Swedish Allsvenskan
Saturday 31 May; 15:00 (Europe/Paris)

  • Why we’re watching: Nice solid odds on a high-probability home side victory.

  • CXSports says: Ɩsters IF are fresh into the top flight this season, and boy has it shown — with only 8 goals scored in 11 matches and a leaky defense that’s let 15 slip through, they’re far from being a high flyer. As for Degerfors IF, they’re not exactly high flyers either, but they are proving to be a stable mid-table contender, particularly when playing at home. In short, given their opponents and their home side advantage, Degerfors IF should be dangerous here.

  • Score prediction: 2-1 for Degerfors IF

Option #1

  • Bet: Degerfors IF Victory

  • Odds Range: 1.70-1.90

Option #2

  • Bet: Both Teams to Score (Yes)

  • Odds Range: 1.56-1.73

⚽ CA Guemes vs Club Almagro
šŸŸļø Argentina Primera B Nacional
Saturday 31 May; 20:00 (Europe/Paris)

  • Why we’re watching: 

  • CXSports says: This match will see the 16th-placed CA Guemes facing off against the 5th-placed Club Almagro. But before you jump to conclusions about what that means, consider some stats. For instance, while Club Almagro is arguably the far superior side based on rankings alone, their stats aren’t miles ahead — their goal difference of +1, while decent, isn’t a long way off CA Guemes who’re on -5. Yes, there’s a difference, but given CA Guemes’ considerable home advantage here, these small advantages could be worth less than you’d think.

  • Score prediction: 0-1 for CA Guemes

Option #1

  • Bet: CA Guemes Victory

  • Odds Range: 1.70-1.95

Option #2

  • Bet: Both Teams to Score (No)

  • Odds Range: 1.51-1.63

⚽ Estudiantes Rio Cuarto vs Central Norte
šŸŸļø Argentina Primera B Nacional
Saturday 31 May; 23:00 (Europe/Paris)

  • Why we’re watching: Estudiantes chances in this game are much better than the odds suggest, making this a solid value bet.

  • CXSports says: Estudiantes de RĆ­o Cuarto have a really solid home record and a recent unbeaten streak. The visitors, on the other hand, have shown dismal away form this season they haven’t won a single game on the road this season) which has only been compounded by some serious defensive vulnerabilities. This will make it challenging for Central Norte to contain Estudiantes’ attack, so expect the home side to capitalize on this and secure a convincing victory.

  • Score prediction: 2–0 for Estudiantes Rio Cuarto

Option #1

  • Bet: Estudiantes Rio Cuarto Victory

  • Odds Range: 1.46-1.65

Option #2

  • Bet: Both Teams to Score (No)

  • Odds Range: 1.47-1.63

Want to get the best odds on these predictions?

HALF TIME ENTERTAINMENT

In case you didn’t already know, this weekend will be PSG’s second ever Champions League final. The first was back in 2018.

Let’s see what you know about their 2018 journey.

Question: Who became the head coach of PSG in 2018 and led the team to its first UEFA Champions League final?

  • A: Unai Emery

  • B: Thomas Tuchel

  • C: Mauricio Pochettino

  • D: Carlo Ancelotti

Think you know the answer?

Read to the end to see if you were right.

SCORE PREDICTIONS [SECOND HALF]

⚽ Halmstad vs Djurgardens IF
šŸŸ Swedish Allsvenskan
Sunday 01 June; 14:00 (Europe/Paris)

  • Why we’re watching: Depending on the sportsbook, the odds on Djurgardens IF are really generous given their chances.

  • CXSports says: With 25 goals conceded in 11 matches, Halmstads BK holds the not-so-honorable title of having the Leakiest Defense in the League. Fortunately for them, Djurgardens IF aren’t the most prolific attackers in the league, which should help limit the damage somewhat. With that said, while Djurgardens IF might not be the greatest attackers, they have performed well on the road, so they will likely get the upper hand here and walk away with the victory.

  • Score prediction: 1-2 for Djurgardens IF

Option #1

  • Bet: Djurgardens IF Victory

  • Odds Range: 1.58-1.94

Option #2

  • Bet: Draw no Bet (Djurgardens IF)

  • Odds Range: 1.22-1.41

 Mjallby vs IFK Varnamo
šŸŸļø Swedish Allsvenskan
Sunday 01 June; 16:30 (Europe/Paris)

  • Why we’re watching: When the league leaders take on the last-placed side, you pay attention. Especially when you get odds as decent as these.

  • CXSports says: Mjallby is currently at the top of the Swedish Allsvenskan, where they’re tied on points with AIK, but leading due to their massive +14 goal difference. IFK Varnamo, on the other hand, are the exact opposite end of the table, dead last with an embarrassing -11 goal difference. Do we really need to say anything more?

  • Score prediction: 3-0 for Mjallby

Option #1

  • Bet: Mjallby Victory

  • Odds Range: 1.35-1.53

Option #2

  • Bet: Both Teams to Score (No)

  • Odds Range: 1.65-1.86

⚽ Los Angeles FC vs Club America
šŸŸļø FIFA Club World Cup Qualification Final
Sunday 01 June; 04:30 (Europe/Paris)

  • Why we’re watching: There’s a nice safe double chance play here that’s still showing some decent odds.

  • CXSports says: While Club America might bring with them a wealth of experience, it’s hard to ignore LAFC’s bolstered lineup that’s now featuring veterans like Lloris and Giroud. Especially when you look at their recent form and the considerable home advantage they hold when playing at BMO Stadium. That should hopefully level the playing field somewhat for LAFC. And, if it does, expect this to be a very, very closely-contested game.

  • Score prediction: 2-1 or 1-2 for either side

Option #1

  • Bet: Double Chance (Los Angeles FC / Club America)

  • Odds Range: 1.23-1.33

Option #2

  • Bet: Both Teams to Score (Yes)

  • Odds Range: 1.62-1.73

⚽ Atletico Huracan vs CA Platense
šŸŸ Argentine Primera Division (Final)
Sunday 01 June; 22:00 (Europe/Paris)

  • Why we’re watching: While this one’s too close to call, the double chance odds are still pretty decent, making this a solid game to take a punt on.

  • CXSports says: If there’s one stat worth paying attention to here, it's the fact that both teams have been rock solid in defense. Over the course of their last six games, Huracan has only conceded four goals, while Platense has conceded just two. That could set this up to be a game where goals come at a steep premium with both teams struggling to break through. What could make the difference in this game could be Huracan’s home advantage, but even then, we’re only talking about a slight edge. In reality, this could go either way.

  • Score prediction: 0-1 or 1-0 for either side

Option #1

  • Bet: Double Chance (Huracan / Platense)

  • Odds Range: 1.33-1.41

Option #2

  • Bet: Both Teams to Score (No)

  • Odds Range: 1.42-1.57

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THE FINAL SCORE

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