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Schalke vs FC Augsburg – Match Preview

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Schalke vs FC Augsburg
Sunday 24th May 2020
Bundesliga, VELTINS-Arena

Live on BT Sport 1 HD – Kick Off: 12:30 GMT

Schalke will host FC Augsburg in Bundesliga action this Sunday afternoon in the second game week since the return of the league from the coronavirus pandemic.

The two clubs have had relatively different seasons, with the hosts pushing for a Europa League qualification place whilst the visitors are looking over their shoulders in the relegation battle.

Schalke are slight favourites for this tie and are priced at 1/1 by SkyBet to win the match. Whilst their league position is favourable in this match, their recent form is not. They have failed to win their last seven competitive matches and were taken to the cleaners by Dortmund last weekend. However, they still possess the quality to beat their opponents on Sunday.

In attack, main striker Amine Harit is a doubt due to a knee injury therefore it would be a safer option to bet on midfielder Suat Serder to continue his incredible season with another goal. He is priced at 11/5 to score anytime

FC Augsburg are priced at 5/2 to pull off a vital away victory as they fend off relegation fears near the bottom of the table. The visitors are also in a terrible run of form, with five losses from their las six Bundesliga matches. They also suffered defeat last weekend after losing 2-1 to Wolfsburg and did not look threatening in attack.

Going forward, Augsburg will rest their hopes on Florian Niederlechner to find the answer with his 11 goals and six assists this season. He is priced at 8/1 to open the scoring.

Last time these two met, it was a festival of football with five goals scored in a 3-2 Schalke win and a total of 90 booking points were brandished during the match. This time, SkyBet are offering 11/8 for 50+ booking points as the two clubs prepare for battle once again.

The match will be televised on BT Sport 1 HD and kicks off at 14:30 BST.

Prediction: Schalke 2-1 FC Augsburg

– It will be a close match with both sides in bad form and desperate not to add another loss to their record, but the home team have a little more flair and composure in attacking areas.

Suggested Tips – Schalke vs FC Augsburg – (SKY365)

  • Correct Score – Schalke to win 2-1 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Schalke vs FC Augsburg – (SKYBET)

  • Correct Score Group Betting – Schalke to win 1-0, 2-0 or 2-1 – 9/4.
  • Anytime Goalscorer – Suat Serder – 9/5.
  • Price Boost – Schalke to win and BTTS – 11/5.

Odds correct as of 22:57 BST on Friday 22 May 2020.

 

Hertha Berlin vs Union Berlin – Match Preview

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Hertha Berlin vs Union Berlin
Friday 22nd May 2020
Bundesliga, Olympiastadion

Live on BT Sport 1 HD – Kick Off: 19:30 GMT

The much-anticipated Berlin derby is upon us as the Bundesliga kickstarts the second week of action since the return from the coronavirus pandemic.

Their first match back faired rather differently, with Friday night’s hosts being the much happier after a 3-0 victory. This match has a rich, dramatic history but this instalment will be a little stranger to watch, with the 90 minutes being played behind closed doors.

Hertha Berlin are slight favourites for this tie and are priced at 13/10 to win the match by Bet365. After an expectedly slow start to their match against Hoffenheim last weekend, Hertha found their feet in a rampant second 45 and showcased their attacking prowess and creativity. However, they have suffered from inconsistency this season and did suffer defeat earlier in the campaign against Union.

In attack, veteran striker Vedad Ibisevic marked his return to the pitch with a goal last Saturday. Skybet have him priced at 21/10 to score anytime.

Union Berlin will hope to leapfrog their biggest rivals in the standings with an away victory and are priced at 21/10 with skybet to do so. The visitors have impressed from their standards during this term, but recent form makes for worrying reading. There was no shame in last weekend’s loss to Bayern Munich and their away form is not terrible, with three wins on the road from five.

Going forward, Sebastian Andersson will be Union’s best chance at making it a league double against their rivals and he has 11 goals this season. He is priced at 4/1 to score anytime with SkyBet.

Last time these two met, it was a cagey affair that saw just 20 booking points brandished. However, things could get a little more heated with so much time to prepare for the local derby and SkyBet are offering 4/5 for 50+ booking points.

The match will be televised on BT Sport 1 HD and kicks off at 19:30 BST.

Prediction: Hertha Berlin 2-1 Union Berlin

– The hosts will be riding high from their last victory where they looked dangerous in wide positions, an area Union can be exposed in.

Suggested Tips – Hertha Berlin vs Union Berlin – (BET365)

  • Correct Score – Hertha Berlin to win 2-1 – (link no longer available).
  • Anytime Goalscorer – Vedad Ibisevic – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Hertha Berlin vs Union Berlin – (SKYBET)

  • Correct Score Group Betting – Hertha Berlin to win 1-0, 2-0 or 2-1 – 5/2.
  • Price Boost – 2+ shot on target each team in each half – 9/5.

Odds and markets correct at time of publishing on Friday 22 May 2020 at 18:15 BST.

FC Koln vs Mainz – Match Preview

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FC Köln vs Mainz
Sunday 17th May 2020
Bundesliga, RheinEnergieStadion

Live on BT Sport 1 HD – Kick Off: 14:30 GMT

FC Koln will host Mainz as the Bundesliga returns to action amid the coronavirus pandemic that caused the league suspend over two months ago. The match will be played behind closed doors.

FC Koln are priced at 19/20 to win the match and keep their bid for Europa League qualification alive. After earning promotion from Bundesliga 2 last season, Koln have had an impressive campaign they currently sit 10th in the league, just five points off a European qualification spot.

In attack, Koln have rested heavily on Colombian striker Jhon Cordoba who has scored 10 goals this campaign. He is priced at 7/5 to score anytime against one of the worst defences in the league.

Mainz are priced at 5/2 to claim and away victory that could be vital as they hope to avoid relegation. They have desperately struggling for form this season as they sit just four points above the drop zone. They have claimed just two victories from their last eight Bundesliga matches but will keep faith as they did beat FC Koln earlier in the season.

Despite their woes, they have unearthed a talent in striker Robin Quaison who is the fourth highest goal scorer in the league. He is the club’s best threat in their bid for survival and he has 12 goals this season. He is priced at 21/10 to score anytime.

Last time these two met, there were 40 booking points brandished. SkyBet are offering 6/4 for 50+ booking points to be awarded in the reverse fixture.

The match will be televised on BT Sport 1 HD and kicks off at 14:30 BST.

Prediction: FC Koln 1-1 Mainz

– The two sides are tough to separate with both having much to play for. Should cancel each other out in attack and defence.

Suggested Tips – FC Koln vs Mainz – (BET 365)

  • Correct Score – Draw 1-1 – (link no longer available).
  • Anytime Goalscorer – Jhon Cordoba – (link no longer available).
  • Anytime Goalscorer – Robin Quaison – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – FC Koln vs Mainz – (SKYBET)

  • Correct Score Group Betting – 1-1, 2-2 or 3-3 Draw – 11/4.