Despite having very different campaigns in the Europa League, both Anderlecht and Hoffenheim still have plenty to play for. The Belgian side needs a victory to secure their place in the top 8, while the Germans must win to keep their hopes of qualifying for the playoff stage alive.
Anderlecht Team News
With a spot in the playoff stage already secured, Anderlecht can look back on this league phase as a success. However, there’s still more to play for, as the team is currently in 7th place, and a win on the final matchday will guarantee a place in the last 16. Despite losing just one game so far, David Hubert’s side has a strong chance of securing the three points against Hoffenheim at home, where they remain unbeaten in the tournament, with two wins and a draw. Anderlecht’s matches tend to feature a moderate number of goals, but two of their three home fixtures in the Europa League have seen over 2.5 goals.
Hoffenheim Team News
Hoffenheim’s season, both domestically and in Europe, has been disappointing so far. As they head into the final matchday of the league phase, the team sits outside the top 24 spots needed to progress, and only a win against Anderlecht will give them any chance of advancing. Even then, it might not be enough, as their goal difference is also a concern. With just one win in the Europa League so far and only one point picked up on the road, things look bleak for Hoffenheim. The only possible source of hope for Christian Ilzer’s side is their recent success against Belgian teams, having won their last two encounters with clubs from Belgium.
Head-to-Head-Games
Anderlecht and Hoffenheim have met just once in 2019 but not in an official match, but rather a friendly game that was won 3-2 by the Belgian side.
Anderlecht – Hoffenheim Betting Prediction
For this game, my pick is over 2.5 goals. Both teams are in desperate need of three points, and I’m sure they’ll be pushing for them from the very start. Hoffenheim’s situation is especially pressing – they must win to have any chance of advancing and will likely focus on improving their goal difference as much as possible. Anderlecht’s home matches have also seen an above-average number of goals, so from every angle, this is shaping up to be a match that’s highly likely to produce over 2.5 goals.
Betting Tip: Over 2.5 Goals
Bookmaker: BC.Game
Odds: 1.62
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