Ballon - d'Or

Portugal 2nd league Maritimo has solidified their first place on the table, while Benfica's reserves are at the bottom. Benfica scored many goals, but also conceded quite a few. Maritimo has won almost 2 out of every game away, but they themselves have been scored on at least once in every match, so I think the game should end with a score of 2-1 or even 3-1.

Netherlands, cup. It is clear that all the attention is on Eredivisie representatives Heracles, who are experiencing a renaissance after firing their coach a month ago. The team had a 4-game winning streak and a 6-game unbeaten streak until they were stopped by league leaders PSV last weekend, although they did so with great difficulty, with a final score of 4-3. Despite a tragic start to the season in terms of offense, Heracles have managed to defeat 3 league giants from Eindhoven away. Their form is excellent and tonight, 4th league Hoogeveen does not seem like a rival who can stop them. If their attacking efficiency continues, the hosts may well handle such a total by themselves, although their defense has not yet been solid in this good streak, as they have not managed to keep a clean sheet. The opponents may also add something to the mix.