Sporting Lisbon and Club Brugge are set to lock horns in an intriguing League Phase clash.
Both teams have aspirations of qualifying for at least the Champions League play-offs, with each currently residing inside the Top 24.
A win on Matchday 5 for either side will likely prove vital come the end of January, which sets us up for a magnificent fixture in the Portuguese capital!
Check out our full sports betting preview here, in which we have picked out some more tips based on the latest bets on football odds.
Sporting Lisbon vs Club Brugge Preview
Sporting have been impressive at the start of this season, with nine wins recorded from 11 league matches, as well as 27 goals scored – the division’s highest tally.
And in the Champions League, the Portuguese side have caught the eye somewhat, with two home wins over Kairat Almaty (4-1) and Marseille (2-1).
Sporting also drew 1-1 at Juventus in their previous European fixture, which was yet more evidence of their quality.
But Club Brugge have shown some very positive signs in the Champions League too, with their last match an epic 3-3 draw with Barcelona at the Jan Breydel Stadium.
The Jupiler Pro League side also beat AS Monaco 4-1 on Matchday 1 of the season, though did suffer a 4-0 loss at high-flying Bayern Munich on their last European away day.
Domestically, Club Brugge have won six of the last seven matches, bouncing back from a 1-0 loss at Anderlecht to beat Charleroi 1-0 on the weekend.
Sporting Lisbon vs Club Brugge Odds
*All odds are subject to change
Sporting are the big favourites for the win ahead of kick-off at a price of 1.65. Club Brugge are at long odds of 5.00 to claim the victory, while the draw is 4.10.
Sporting Lisbon vs Club Brugge Betting Tips
Anytime goalscorer – Luis Suarez @ 2.00
Suarez has been a real threat in the final third for Sporting all season. The Colombian star has seven goals in 11 league appearances, and also found the back of the net in the 2-1 loss at Napoli on Matchday 2. With Club Brugge yet to keep a clean sheet in the Champions League, this looks a solid option.
To assist a goal – Pedro Goncalves @ 3.80
And if you are looking for more value in a goal-themed market, wagering on an assist from Goncalves could be the selection for you. The Portuguese playmaker has the joint-highest assists total in Portugal (5), and always looks a creative threat, particularly on home soil.
Both teams to score – Yes @ 1.54
As previously mentioned, Club Brugge have not kept a clean sheet in the Champions League this season – but neither have Sporting! So that means the BTTS market could be a real source of value, especially in a combo bet.
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