The away goals rule will be removed from all UEFA club competitions from the 2021/22 season.
Ties in which the two teams score the same number of goals over the two legs will now have two 15-minute periods of extra time, and, if required, penalty kicks.
September 21st UEFA Champions League Galatasaray vs FC Copenhagen
Both teams have no major injury variables. It is Galatasaray's home game. Icardi, Zaha, Mertens, and Gueye are strong in the first and second lines. Torreira and Ndombele are solid in the third line and the back four. The objective power is strong. Copenhagen has Larsson and Elyounoussi as the top two. The second line is not solid and the back four is solid. That is, this game is a structure where Galatasaray's offensive power can break down Copenhagen's defense.
Galatasaray win , 2.5 under
September 21st UEFA Champions League Real Madrid vs Union Berlin
Real Madrid have no goalkeeper Courtois, Vinicius, Militao, three key players. Union Berlin have no Havertz due to a red card issue, and Khedira is also absent. The waist is greatly weakened. Real Madrid have a powerful triangle of Joselu, Rodrigo, and Bellingham, and the second line of Chouameni, Camavinga, and Valverde is also good. Union has a sharp top two of Poppa and Berens, but there is a problem in the second line. The side is good. The back three are solid.
Real Madrid win , Real Madrid handicap win , 2.5 under
September 21st UEFA Champions League Bayern Munich vs Manchester United
Munich have 3 wins 1 draw 0 losses in the league, Man U have 2 wins 0 draws 3 losses. Munich have won three consecutive games after a draw with Leverkusen in the previous game, while Man U have lost two consecutive games against Arsenal and Brighton recently. Man U have problems in defense, which has been their foundation, and have allowed multi-conceding in four consecutive games. Munich also have Neuer and Coman absent, but Musiala is expected to return in this game. Munich are likely to succeed in multi-scoring even if they give up one point to Man U, who are shaky in defense.
September 21st UEFA Champions League Sevilla FC vs RC Lens
Sevilla have 1 win 0 draws 3 losses in the league, Lens have 0 wins 1 draw 4 losses. Sevilla have won their first game of the season against Las Palmas after losing three consecutive games at the start of the season, while Lens have not yet won their first game of the season after losing three consecutive games recently. Sevilla have a positive point that veteran center-back Sergio Ramos won a clean sheet victory as soon as he debuted as a Sevilla player, while Lens have not yet found a rebound factor. Sevilla are clearly favored to win even on away grounds, but Napoli, who did not have any advantages in European competitions, are likely to show a shaky performance on a difficult Portuguese away ground.
2.5 under
September 21st UEFA Champions League Real Sociedad vs Inter Milan
Sociedad have 1 win 3 draws 1 loss in the league, Inter Milan have 4 wins 0 draws 0 losses. Sociedad maintained a barely unbeaten run at the beginning of the season but lost 1-2 to Real Madrid on away grounds last weekend. Inter Milan have won all four games by more than two goals difference after the opening and are maintaining an overwhelming march. Inter Milan are ahead of Sociedad in basic power, and Sociedad have lost their momentum after losing their last game. Inter Milan will be able to play with confidence even on away grounds in a matchup that suits them.
Aston Villa's firepower and Premier League experience are big advantages, but the fact that Emery is considering rotation is something to pay attention to. If he rests many key players, it could be an opportunity for Legia.
On the other hand, Legia has shown good performance in the Polish league and the Conference League. If they have gained confidence based on their performance, they may be able to get a good result by taking advantage of Aston Villa's rotation problem.
Aston Villa win , Aston Villa handicap win , 2.5 over
UEFA Europa League Zrinjski vs AZ Alkmaar
Alkmaar has a good record in the league, and the overall difference in strength between the two teams is evident.
However, they have been relatively cautious in European matches and have not won by a large margin, and sometimes suffered a reverse defeat.
Zrinjski is known as a strong team at home. This means that they can make the most of their home advantage. If they score first, they have a chance to win.
Zrinjski win , 2.5 under
UEFA Europa League HNK vs ACF Fiorentina
Considering the recent results and performance of HNK and Fiorentina, this matchup between the two teams will be a fairly balanced game.
HNK has a stable record in the Croatian league, but has shown its limits in European matches. On the other hand, Fiorentina has a 2-1-1 record in the league, showing some volatility. They lost to West Ham and dropped to the Conference League, but bounced back after losing heavily to Inter Milan and won against Atalanta on the weekend.
Overall, Fiorentina has a slight edge in terms of strength, but HNK also has enough resistance as a home team. Therefore, this game will be a fierce battle where both sides have a chance to win.
HNK handicap win , 2.5 over
UEFA Europa League LASK Linz vs Liverpool
Linz has a 3-2-1 record in the Austrian league, showing a stable performance, while Liverpool has a 4-1-0 record this season, showing a good start despite their poor performance last season. The difference in strength between the two teams is obvious. Trent Alexander-Arnold's possible absence and the level of the opponent may lead Liverpool to rotate their players. However, the difference in strength is so big that Liverpool is likely to create a gap even in an away game.
UEFA Europa League Stade Rennais FC vs Maccabi Haifa FC
Rennes and Maccabi Haifa have different records in their respective leagues, with Rennes having 1 win and 4 draws without a loss, while Maccabi Haifa has 1 win and 1 loss. Rennes has scored 10 goals in the league, showing a stable scoring ability, while Maccabi Haifa has shown a lot of defensive problems, especially in the Champions League final qualifying round. This situation is likely to work as a burden for them in the difficult Rennes away game. Especially, Rennes has shown a strong home performance, scoring multiple goals in all home games.
Rennes win , Rennes handicap win , 2.5 under
UEFA Europa League Panathinaikos vs Villarreal
Panathinaikos has a 3-0-0 record in the Greek league, winning all their games with clean sheets, while Villarreal has a 2-1-3 record in the Spanish league, showing some defensive problems. Despite the absence of Abraham and the uncertainty of Pellegrini, Smalling, and Kumbulla, Villarreal has beaten Empoli 7-0 recently, raising their morale. Panathinaikos has shown a good performance at home, but it is not enough to stop Villarreal, who has a big difference in strength.
Villarreal win , Villarreal handicap win , 2.5 over
UEFA Europa League Servette FC vs Slavia Prague
Servette, who finished second in the Swiss league last season, has a 1-3-2 record this season and is participating in the European competition. On the other hand, Prague has a 7-1-0 record in the Czech league, showing an outstanding performance regardless of the league level. Servette is not familiar with European matches unlike Prague, who has an advantage in terms of strength. Prague is likely to score multiple goals and win in an away game.
Roma has a 2-1-1 record in Serie A this season, showing a big difference in strength in their games. Despite the possible absence of Trent Alexander-Arnold and the uncertainty of Zaniolo, Veretout, and Spinazzola, Roma has beaten Empoli 7-0 recently, raising their morale. Sheriff has shown a good performance at home, but it is not enough to stop Roma, who has a big difference in strength.
Roma win , 2.5 over
UEFA Europa League Bayer Leverkusen vs Haecken
Leverkusen has a 3-0-0 record in the Bundesliga this season, continuing their unbeaten streak. They also drew 2-2 with Munich in their game, showing a great performance. On the other hand, Haecken is doing well in the Swedish league, but they have shown no special performance in the Champions League final qualifying round. The difference in strength is so big that Leverkusen is likely to create a gap even in an away game.
Leverkusen win , Leverkusen handicap win , 3.5 under
UEFA Europa League Qarabag vs Molde
Qarabag and Molde are both famous teams in Azerbaijan and Norway respectively, and they have shown consistent performance in European competitions. Molde is cruising in the Norwegian league, but they have lost all three away games in the Champions League final qualifying round, showing their weakness in away games. Qarabag is not ahead of Molde in terms of strength, but considering Molde's defensive weakness in away games, Qarabag has a good chance of winning this game.
Qarabag win , 2.5 over
UEFA Europa League Slovan Bratislava vs KI Klaksvik
Bratislava, who has recorded many losses and is shaky in their domestic league, faces Klaksvik, who is not much weaker in terms of strength. Klaksvik, who is not a strong team either, has a good chance if they consider Bratislava's current form. They have already won 3-0 at home in the Champions League qualifying round in 2020, and they can expect a close game in this away game.
Robkin's Maccabi Tel Aviv is cruising in all competitions, winning nine games in a row, and maintaining their home advantage in European matches. On the other hand, Breidablik from the Icelandic league has secured their participation in the Conference League with a win in the qualifying round, but they are clearly behind Maccabi Tel Aviv in terms of strength and experience. Maccabi Tel Aviv is not a strong team by the Conference League standards, but considering Breidablik's lack of strength, they are likely to win at home. However, they do not have enough difference in strength to overcome a big handicap.
Maccabi Tel Aviv win , 3.5 under
UEFA Europa League Dinamo Zagreb vs Astana
Zagreb has a 4-1-1 record in the Croatian league, showing a decent performance under the new coach Jakirovic. On the other hand, Astana has recorded many draws in their domestic league and has lost three of their last four away games. Zagreb has beaten Astana twice with clean sheet wins in the Champions League qualifying round two months ago, and won 4-0 at home. The third match may have a smaller score difference than before, but Zagreb is likely to win another clean victory.
Zagreb win , Zagreb handicap win , 2.5 under
UEFA Europa League Club Brugge vs Besiktas
Club Brugge and Besiktas are both strong teams that can aim for the top in the Conference League. Club Brugge has a 4-1-1 record in the Belgian league, while Besiktas has a 2-1-1 record in the Turkish league. Club Brugge beat Besiktas twice in the Europa League last season. Club Brugge has a slight advantage as the home team, but considering Besiktas's tendency to pursue more goals than conceding, they can also win by reversing the score if they score first.
Besiktas win , 2.5 over
UEFA Europa League FC Lugano vs FK Bodo/Glimt
Lugano has a 3-0-2 record in the Swiss league, while Bodo/Glimt has been struggling with a 1-2-2 record in the last five games in the Norwegian league. Bodo/Glimt has a relatively better strength in terms of the league level, but they have shown their weakness in away games in the Conference League for the last two seasons. It is hard to exclude the possibility that their weakness will be highlighted in this away game against Lugano.
UEFA Europa League West Ham vs FK TSC Backa Topola
West Ham has a 3-1-1 record in the league, while Backa Topola has a 6-1-0 record without a loss. However, Backa Topola lost to Braga by a large margin in the Champions League final qualifying round, showing the limit of the Serbian league. On the other hand, West Ham won the Conference League last year, proving their strength in European matches. They are also continuing their good momentum this season. West Ham is likely to beat Backa Topola by a large margin.
West Ham win , West Ham handicap win , 3.5 over
UEFA Europa League Olympiacos vs SC Freiburg
Olympiacos has a 3-1-0 record in the Greek league, showing a good start, while Freiburg has a 2-2-0 record after starting the season with two wins, but they conceded a lot of goals and lost to Stuttgart and Dortmund recently. This away game in Greece will be difficult for Olympiacos, who is not much behind Freiburg in terms of strength.
Olympiacos handicap win , 2.5 under
UEFA Europa League AFC Ajax vs Olympique Marseille
Ajax has a 1-2-1 record in the league, losing heavily to Twente recently, while Marseille has a 2-3-0 record without a loss, but they have shown their defensive weakness in away games and recorded many draws. In addition, Thauvin, who was playing as a key winger after his transfer, is likely to miss this game due to an injury. Marseille has an advantage in terms of strength, but considering the difficulty of away games and Ajax's resistance, it is hard to be sure that they will win.
Brighton have recorded four wins and one loss in the league, showing good results as a Premier League team that improved greatly last season, such as beating Man Utd 3-1 away. On the other hand, Athens have recorded a mediocre result of one win and two draws in the Greek league, and have suffered two losses to Antwerp in the Champions League final qualifiers. Considering this difference in strength, Brighton have a high chance of winning big at home. However, Brighton have some problems with their defensive organization, so they may concede a goal.
Brighton win, Brighton handicap win, over 2.5
UEFA Europa League Sparta Prague vs Aris Limassol
AC Prague have shown an overwhelming result of seven wins and one draw in the league, while Limassol started well with three wins and one draw, but it is hard to give much meaning to it considering that it is the result of the Cypriot league. Also, taking into account that Limassol lost to Slovan in an away game in the Europa final qualifiers, AC Prague have a high chance of winning easily at home.
Sparta Prague win, Sparta Prague handicap win, over 2.5
UEFA Europa League Rangers FC vs Real Betis
Rangers have recorded three wins and two losses in the league, but it is hard to say that they are doing well. Especially, they have a bad experience of losing big to PSV Eindhoven in the away game in the Champions League final qualifiers. On the other hand, Betis have a record of two wins, one draw and two losses, but they are in a situation of being defeated by Bilbao and Barcelona in away games recently. Rangers have potential as an opponent, but due to the absence of key midfielder Fekir, they are likely to be satisfied with taking one point from the Scotland away game.
Betis handicap win, over 2.5
UEFA Europa League Atalanta BC vs Rakow Czestochowa
Atalanta have recorded two wins and two losses in the league, and regained their firepower by winning all home games. On the other hand, Czestochowa have shown good results in the Polish league with four wins, one draw and one loss, but they had an incomplete result in the game against Copenhagen in the Champions League final qualifiers and dropped to the Europa League. The outlook for Czestochowa's away game is dark because of the gap in strength with Atalanta, but they still show consistent scoring results in away games, so they cannot be overlooked.
Sturm Graz have achieved a result of four wins and two draws in the league, but they lost big to PSV Eindhoven twice in the Champions League final qualifiers and recorded a draw in the home game against Salzburg on the weekend. Sturm Graz do their job well against mid-table teams at home, but considering Sporting's early season flow and gap in strength, Sporting have a high chance of scoring multiple goals and making a difference in Austria away game.
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