Europa League Betting Tips: Atalanta vs Liverpool
Atalanta travelled to Anfield last week and delivered a masterclass in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final tie. Their dominant 3-0 victory saw them rack up the highest xG (2.58) by a visiting team at the stadium since Manchester City in 2021.
Statistically, they deserved the win, and Atalanta will be confident of causing problems for Liverpool’s defence again in Thursday’s second leg in Bergamo. With a mountain to climb, the Reds face a monumental challenge to reach the semi-finals.
However, no team has overturned a three-goal deficit away from home in the Europa League – making the hosts heavy favourites to progress and presenting a daunting challenge for Liverpool, who must make history to make the last four.
Liverpool: Reeling from a Week of Setbacks
Liverpool come into this second leg having endured a disappointing and tumultuous week. The Reds have only managed to win two of their last five Premier League games, a run of form that has seen them lose ground in the title race. The shock 1-0 loss at home to Crystal Palace at the weekend was a particularly bitter pill. This, coupled with the disappointing draw at Manchester United and the heavy defeat to Atalanta, has made it a week to forget for Jurgen Klopp’s men.
Klopp will be demanding a response from his players, but their recent form shows a team struggling to find their rhythm. However, their track record of scoring in away games in the Europa League, combined with a desperate need for redemption, suggests that they will adopt an aggressive approach. This season, both teams have scored in all of Liverpool’s Europa League away games, with over 2.5 goals being a consistent outcome.
This trend might continue on Thursday as Liverpool desperately chase goals, potentially leaving themselves vulnerable at the back.
Betting Tip: Over 2.5 Goals
18/04 20:00 Atalanta – Liverpool Over 2.5 Goals @ 1.36 (Betwinner)
Given the high stakes of the match and Liverpool’s aggressive posture necessary to attempt a historic comeback, the game is poised to be a high-scoring affair. Atalanta will face a Liverpool side with nothing to lose and everything to prove. The Italian side demonstrated their attacking capabilities in the first leg, and they’ll be keen to exploit any gaps in Liverpool’s defence as the Reds push forward.
Liverpool’s recent Europa League games have tended to be high-scoring affairs, with both teams scoring and over 2.5 goals landing as a winning bet. This trend could continue on Thursday. The Reds will likely take an aggressive approach in search of goals, which could lead to an open game with opportunities for both sides. This means Liverpool might score a few goals but also leave themselves vulnerable at the back.
Therefore, we recommend backing Over 2.5 goals in the match, available at 1.36 odds on Betwinner.
Atalanta vs Liverpool - Over 2.5 Goals @ 1.36
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