Betting. Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid [07.02.17] : the Catalans are merciless at Camp Nou

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Copa del Rey

Semi-final

07.02.2017

Bet: Barcelona -1

Despite the sports betting experts’ skepticism Barcelona managed to recover from a disappointing match (1-1) against Real Betis last weekend. The Blaugrana pulled together and two days later overcame Atletico at Vicente Calderon (2-1). Apart from that, Luis Enrique’s team smashed Athletic Bilbao (3-0). So the betting companies still consider Barca to be one of the title chasers.

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Contrary to the pre-season betting predictions Atletico Madrid sit only on the 4^th position in the Primera table with a huge gap between them and leading Real Madrid. Simeone’s team are not as good as they were the last seasons. The sports betting experts mention that in the second half of the first leg los Colchoneros managed to get back in the game and to create several chances, but it wasn’t enough to secure at least a draw.

While choosing a bet it’s worth keeping in mind the fact that Barcelona are extremely dangerous at home. They may have troubles playing on the road, but they have 7 wins in a row in all competitions at Camp Nou. In addition, these victories were more than convincing with 31 goals scored and only 4 conceded. The betting experts pay attention to the selection problems in Madrid’s team. Oblak, Tiago, Fernandez and Gimenez will miss the return game. At the same time Iniesta and Busquets are doubts for Blaugrana.

The bookmakers don’t have any doubts about the team reaching the Copa del Rey final: Barcelona – 1,06, Atletico Madrid – 10,00. They also think Barca will get another win at Camp Nou: Barcelona – 1,58, Draw – 4,20, Atletico Madrid – 5,75. Los Colchoneros couldn’t secure a positive result at home, so they are unlikely to get a win on the road. Thus, it is recommended to bet on “Asian Handicap Barcelona -1” (1,91). Besides, you may try to bet on “Total Goals by Home Team over 2” (2,15).