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Football fans have another action-packed midweek programme, with UEFA Champions League fixtures dominating Tuesday and Wednesday.
You’ll find data-led previews and predictions on the top fixtures at Flashscore News. On this page, we focus on current UCL leaders Arsenal’s trip to Club Brugge, which you can follow on TV and live streaming apps.
Club Brugge enjoy the home advantage, but know they face a huge task in making it count. The Jan Breydel Stadium in Bruges, Belgium, provides the backdrop, and the 29,062-capacity venue will be packed.
The Blue-Black are hoping to snap a four-match winless streak that includes three defeats. Arsenal aim for a win that would keep them top.
Club Brugge and Arsenal have never met before in competitive action. That gives both clubs a fantastic opportunity to score three points and a first-ever win over Wednesday’s opponents.
The leading online bookmakers offer pre-match betting odds and specials. Experienced gambling writer Frank Monkhouse guides readers through his best bets.
Club Brugge vs Arsenal tips
Under 3.5 goals @ 8/15 (bet365)
Arsenal win or draw @ 1/3 (bet365)
Arsenal win both halves @ 2/1 (bet365)
Odds courtesy of bet365. Correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Fewer than four goals
There are no major surprises in the pre-match betting available on Club Brugge vs Arsenal. With the home team starting the round in 26th place out of 36 teams and facing elimination, Brugge are the underdogs. The odds available on a home win are eye-catching, with as big as 9/1 in places, but I don’t expect there to be too many takers. Their form has been poor.
Unlike followers of their opponents, Arsenal fans are already planning to see their team play in the knockout stages of this season’s Champions League. The Gunners are in control of the English Premier League and are currently the best team in this tournament. Every win brings them a step closer to progressing as league winners ahead of some massive names.
With a struggling host up against a high-flying opponent, I’m confident Arsenal will get the job done here. Our first of three Club Brugge vs Arsenal predictions is for the clash to produce fewer than four goals. You’ll find that wager in the total goals market on the bet365 app, adding under 3.5 to your bet slip. It landed in both Brugge and Arsenal’s last game.
Tip: Under 3.5 goals @ 8/15 (bet365)
Bet explanation: If Arsenal add another three points in Brugge to their already impressive tally, you’ll celebrate a profit.
Aim for another Arsenal win
Our second Club Brugge vs Arsenal prediction for your consideration is the visitors in the match-winner market at a fair price. It’s another popular approach you’ll find at all major sportsbooks, including on the bet365 app. Your stake gives you a one-in-three chance of making a profit, with the away win working against both the draw and an upset for Brugge.
Backers take confidence from Arsenal’s incredible table-topping form. Mikel Arteta’s star-studded squad have played five and won five, scoring 14 goals and conceding only one. They have already claimed the scalps of some of European football’s top sides, beating Bayern Munich, Slavia Prague, Atletico Madrid, Olympiakos, and Athletic Club.
Arsenal’s form has been faultless so far, with the only goal conceded coming in a stunning 3-1 win over German Bundesliga kings, Bayern Munich. That victory was a real show of strength for the Brits, and after seeing them dismantle the Germans, you’ve got to fancy them to beat Brugge. Arsenal have won one, drawn one, and lost three, conceding 13 goals.
Tip: Arsenal or draw @ 1/3 (bet365)
Bet explanation: Anything other than a home win on Wednesday will boost your balance.
Nice price on Arsenal both halves
So far, we’ve suggested bets on under 3.5 goals and Arsenal in the double chance market. Where possible, I like to finish with a bet at a more attractive price, and there are a few to consider here. After studying the relevant stats and trends available on the Flashscore app, including form and standings, we’re playing Arsenal to win both halves at a strong 2/1.
How does this bet work? You’re gambling on Arsenal to win both the first half and the second half. Unlike the half-time/full-time market, this one resets at the interval. You’re placing your stake on the visitors to score more goals than the hosts in the opening 45 minutes. When we make it to the break, the scores go to 0-0, and you need Arsenal to out-score Brugge again.
I fully expect backers to get a strong run for their money. At home to Munich, Arsenal were locked at 1-1 before winning the second period 2-0. Brugge are no Bayern, that’s for sure. Did you know that Arsenal to win both halves was a profitable bet against Munich, Spurs, Slavia Prague and Burnley in November? If they start strong, it’ll be more of the same here.
Tip: Arsenal to win both halves @ 2/1 (bet365)
Bet explanation: You need Arsenal to out-score Club Brugge in both the first and second halves in midweek.
Club Brugges vs Arsenal odds
Club Brugge win @ 8/1 (bet365)
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The odds, correct at the time of publication, are subject to change.