Servette vs Braga: Europa League Betting Tips 15/08/2024
Servette and Braga renew their Europa League battle at the Stade de Genève for the second leg of their third qualifying round tie. The first leg in Portugal ended goalless, leaving everything to play for as both sides seek progression to the final qualifying round.
The pressure of getting a result on Thursday to progress to the final qualifying round means both teams will likely adopt a more expansive strategy this time compared to the cautious stalemate of the first leg, and we could see a few goals.
Indeed, Braga’s recent results suggest this encounter could be anything but dull. The Portuguese side are undefeated in their last four matches across all competitions, and their involvement in five high-scoring games in their past seven outings highlights their attacking prowess. Braga arrive in Switzerland with an impressive away record in Europa League qualifiers – unbeaten in the last eight – and their experience in European competitions, including a memorable run to the final in 2011, suggests they’re best placed to progress to the next round.
The Portuguese side could be even more dangerous with the potential return of attacking midfielder Bruma. This is bad news for a Servette defence that has been alarmingly porous.
Servette: Facing an Uphill Battle
Despite a promising start to their domestic campaign, Servette’s form has dipped since entering European competition, and their morale will undoubtedly be low after a humiliating 6-0 defeat to Basel in the league.
Defensive frailties have become a recurring issue for Servette, with three goals conceded in their last five matches, raising concerns about their ability to withstand Braga’s attack. Adding to Servette’s woes is the absence of defender Steve Rouiller through injury, leaving their backline even more exposed to Braga’s attacking threat.
The onus will be on forward Enzo Crivelli to deliver goals, but his modest record of five goals in 38 UEFA appearances offers little encouragement. Given their European struggles, including just one win in their last five Europa League qualifiers, Servette face an uphill battle in this tie, even with home advantage.
Betting Tip: Braga to Win
15/08 19:30 Servette – Braga Braga to Win 2.25 (Betano)
While Braga may have recently parted ways with head coach Daniel Sousa, this change is unlikely to diminish their determination to secure a spot in the Europa League final qualifying round.
In contrast, Servette enter this match mired in a slump. Their recent struggles, particularly in Europa League qualifiers, coupled with a porous defence and the lingering psychological impact of that heavy defeat to Basel, suggest a team ill-equipped to mount a serious challenge, even with home advantage.
Braga, with their superior talent and illustrious European history, should seize this opportunity to capitalise on Servette’s current bad patch and advance to the next round.
Consequently, backing Braga to win at 2.25 odds on Betano presents excellent value and is our recommended betting tip.
Servette vs Braga - Braga to Win 2.25
Servette vs Braga - Braga to Win 2.25Possible Starting Lineups:
- Servette: Frick; Tsunemoto, Baron, Severin, Mazikou; Ondoua, Cognat; Stevanovic, Antunes, Kutesa; Crivelli
- Braga: Matheus; Gomez, Arrey-Mbi, Niakate, Marin; Zalazar, Moutinho, R. Horta; Roger, El Ouazzani, Bruma
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