As the Champions League returns for its latest midweek installment, the remainder of England’s elite re-enter the fray.
Two Premier League sides are in action in last 16 football games – each with their own intriguing appeal for sports betting fans.
The betting odds, however, suggest only one English club may remain once 16 is whittled down to eight.
Manchester City vs Monaco (February 22, 03:45 GMT+8)
That club will probably be Man City who, remember, reached the semi-finals last season after years of underachievement.
With Barcelona all but eliminated they will be among the tournament favourites for many.
They should have too much for the leaders of Ligue One which is why I’m plumping for a 🌟🌟 bet of Asian Handicap -1.00 Man City @ 2.06.
Bayer Leverkusen vs Atletico Madrid (February 22, 03:45 GMT+8)
Atletico would be foolish to underestimate any German opponent and Diego Simeone will guard against any complacency.
The BayArena can be an intimidating venue for visitors as Liverpool and Manchester United will tell you from the 2001/02 season when both English giants were despatched as Leverkusen reached the Champions League final.
However, Atletico should have the edge – particularly over two legs – and another 🌟🌟 bet for me is over 2.25 goals @ 2.17, with a cheeky 🌟 tip of First Half 1X2 Atletico @ 2.84.
FC Porto vs Juventus (February 23, 03:45 GMT+8)
Considering the rich history of both clubs, this will only be their fourth meeting in European competition.
FC Porto have yet to triumph, their only meeting in Portugal (in the 2001/02 group stages) ending goalless.
With two of the top goalkeepers of all time at opposite ends – Iker Casillas and Gianluigi Buffon – I suspect there won’t be many goals.
A 1X2 draw @ 3.20 is a 🌟 prediction, with my 🌟🌟 tip edging towards the Italians – Asian Handicap -0.50 Juventus @ 2.23.
Sevilla vs Leicester City (February 23, 03:45 GMT+8)
Amidst their relegation woes, it’s easy to forget Leicester City sailed through qualifying, topping their group with something to spare.
After resting the majority of his first XI as they crashed out of the FA Cup at Millwall, Claudio Ranieri is expected to recall most of his big guns for the visit to Spain.
Sevilla though have that bit more quality – even if Leicester suddenly find last season’s form – and are keen to prove their worth in the Champions League after Europa League domination.
My 🌟🌟🌟 bet is over 2.75 goals @ 2.13.
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