Bodø/Glimt vs Porto: Europa League Match Prediction

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Bodoe/Glimt

Norway

Europa League

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25 September 09:45 UTC

FC Porto

Portugal

Bodø/Glimt will host Porto on September 25 in the opening round of the Europa League. Can the home side pull off an upset and secure points against a more established opponent, or will the Dragons showcase their quality and take all three points in Norway? In our analysis, we evaluate the prospects of both teams for this upcoming match and recommend solid betting options. Which selection will prove to be the winning one?

Bodoe/Glimt vs FC Porto Prediction and Betting Tips (25.09.2024)

Command Analysis

Bodoe/Glimt

Norway

Current Form

Bodø/Glimt began their Champions League qualifying campaign and came very close to reaching the final group stage. After easily overcoming Latvia's RFS and Poland's Jagiellonia, Håkan Knutsen's team stumbled against Red Star Belgrade, the Serbian champions, losing narrowly by just one goal.

Injuries and Suspensions

Elabdellaoui, Skeide, Bassi, Jügel, Wembangomo, and Vetlesen are currently injured.

Interesting Betting Trends

Bodø/Glimt has won their last eight home matches.
In all 15 home games this season, Bodø/Glimt has scored.

Expected Lineup: Haikin – Søvold, Me, Bjertuft, Bjørkan – Evjen, Berg, Fet – Zikernagel, Høg, Hauge.

FC Porto

Portugal

Current Form

Porto struggled last season missing out on the Champions League for the first time in years. However, with a third-place finish, they secured direct entry into the Europa League group stage. The new season under Vitor Bruno has started promisingly with the Dragons claiming five victories in six league matches. With 15 points, Porto sits second in the table, three points behind leaders Sporting.

Injuries and Suspensions

Marcano, Zaidu, and Vieira are injured.

Notable Betting Trends

Porto has won five of their last six matches
They have scored in six of seven matches this season

Projected Lineup: Costa – Joao Mario, Peres, Otavio, Moura – Eustaquio, Varela – Pepe, Gonzalez, Galeno – Omorodion.

Trends

Bet Exact Score 1:2

Two of Porto's last seven wins came with this scoreline

7.80

Bet «Bodø/Glimt» to score in the second half

This bet has been successful in three of Bodø/Glimt's last matches

1.91

Bet «Porto» to score in the second half

This bet has been successful in two of Porto's last matches

1.49

Tip and bets

1.99total over three goals

Bodø/Glimt excels in their home matches, as evidenced by their impressive eight-game winning streak on familiar turf. The Norwegians score frequently and consistently, and there’s no indication they will change their style today. Porto may struggle to address their defensive issues. However, the Dragons are in excellent form, possessing a class advantage and capable of responding effectively.

We anticipate a high-scoring match. Our prediction is over three goals. This bet is offered at odds of 1.99.

Do you agree with this bet?

1.85victory for Porto

Match Outcome Bet

Bodø/Glimt has been nearly flawless at home but extending their winning streak today will be challenging. Porto has started the season in strong form securing victory after victory. The Dragons possess superior class and experience, making this match anything but easy for the visitors, yet they should be able to clinch the three points through a tough contest.

Bet – Porto to win. This wager is offered at 1.85