Royal Antwerp vs AEK Athens: prediction for the Champions

2023-08-22 19:00

Champions League

Odds: 1.93

Currently, the head-to-head statistics include 1 match, in which the team "Antwerp" emerged victorious 0 times, while AEK was stronger in 1 match, and in 0 encounters, the clubs couldn't determine the winner. The last time they determined the winner was on July 8, 2023, and after the final whistle, the score was 0:3. The teams have a decent record of goals scored in their head-to-head matches - 0-3.

Royal Antwerp

In the past season, after almost 70 years, “Antwerp” won the Belgian championship and today will make its debut in the UEFA Champions League for the first time in history. A year ago, the team participated in the Conference League and narrowly missed the group stage by failing to overcome “Istanbul Basaksehir.” In the new season, “Antwerp” entered with the Belgian Super Cup title, defeating “Mechelen” in a penalty shootout. After four rounds in the domestic league, Mark Van Bommel’s team has accumulated seven points, placing them in the interim fifth position in the table. In the last match, they couldn’t secure a win against “Heverlee Leuven” with a 1-1 draw.

AEK Athens

AEK started in the Champions League from the third qualifying round, where they managed to eliminate “Dinamo” Zagreb based on the aggregate of two matches. In that contest, the Greek team won 2-1 in the away leg and held a necessary 2-2 draw at home. The Greek league has not yet started, but judging by their performance against the Croatians, AEK has done well in preparation for the UCL. It’s worth mentioning that the Greek team won four friendly matches, including a 3-0 victory over today’s opponent, “Antwerp.” More 90 accurate football predictions can be obtained from the link provided.

Prediction

Our expert pick: Today will witness the first match of a two-legged confrontation; the teams are unlikely to take risks after all, a spot in the UEFA Champions League group stage is at stake. Both "Antwerp" and AEK have solid defensive capabilities, and they will most likely prioritize their defensive strategies. Expecting a goal extravaganza doesn't seem reasonable. Our prediction total goals under 2.5, with odds of 1.93 at 1xBet. Overall, we're looking at teams of a similar level, which is also reflected in the bookmakers' odds. A draw would be a logical outcome here, especially considering that the hosts have ended two out of their five previous matches in a draw against their opponents. Second prediction a draw, with odds of 3.50. Place a bet with promo code in Kenya on the line of 1xBet with odds of 1.93. Promo code for registration - ODDS2WIN.

Royal Antwerp vs AEK Athens: prediction for the Champions

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