Posted on
3/12/2008 10:20:42 PM
UEFA Cup Soccer Betting - Werder Bremen vs. Rangers
By Nila Amerova
After a recent weak outing in Champions League competition both sides want a chance to advance in the UEFA Cup, but as only one can advance, the Rangers are sitting in the better position to progress to the quarterfinals.
UEFA CUP ODDS: Werder Bremen vs. Rangers
Match Time: 3:30 PM Eastern Time, Thursday March 13, 2008
Team: Werder Bremen
Spread -1 -115
Moneyline -175
Total Points - Over 3 EV
Draw +275
Analysis: Werder Bermen is favoured on the money line at -175 for the home win because of a winning streak at Weserstadion that is comprised of 10 wins and just two losses. As the second best team in Germany they are a good play for the win in the second leg – although, this may not be enough to see them through to the quarterfinals. With victories against soccer titans Real Madrid and Seria A Lazio during Champions League competition on home turf, Bremen should not be underestimated.
Team: Rangers
Spread +1 -105
Moneyline +450
Total Points Under 3 -120
Draw +275
Analysis: The Scottish Premier side are in a great position taking a 2-0 lead to Germany where they prepare to face Werder Bremen in the second leg of their tie. The Rangers reached the Scottish FA Cup this season and reached the final of the CIS Insurance Cup where they will face Dundee United this Sunday. Arriving with a five-match winning streak, the Rangers will be a confident team and at +450, they hold value for the win. However, in Werder Bremen they face a tough home team, and considering their 2-0 first leg victory may be enough to see them through on aggregate, they could simply try to hold the German home team to a low score or the draw.
Soccer Betting Verdict: Werder Bremen must attack from the start to take the initiative in the match and open the game. Rangers away record is not strong, and in front of a partisan crowd, which at best counts for a twelfth player on any team, Bremen must take advantage of the open pitch and score – preferably more than a couple of times. Bremen’s campaign is still alive and I expect them to come through with the win and possibly score over 2.5 goals.
Soccer Free Picks: Bremen at -175 and Over 2.5 goals.
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Nila Amerova is a freelance sports writer and regular contributor to the BetUS.com Locker Room.