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Europa Conference League Best Bets: Thursday, April 20th
We’re set for the concluding chapter of the quarter-finals and we’ve got Europa Conference League best bets at the ready.
Only Nice and AZ denied us a clean sweep last time out and we might be able to nick it this time. The favourites are still firmly in control and only an upset from one of the underdogs can change the fortunes of the clubs heading to the semis.
Here are the best value bets to go with ahead of the latest round of action.
In this article:
- West Ham United vs Gent Preview and Best Bet
- AZ Alkmaar vs Anderlecht Preview and Best Bet
- Nice vs Basel Preview and Best Bet
- Fiorentina vs Lech Poznan Preview and Best Bet
West Ham United vs Gent Preview
Thursday, April 20th, 20:00 (UK Time)
West Ham will be at the London Stadium to face Gent in the Conference League quarter-finals, second leg. The two teams played out an entertaining 1-1 draw in Belgium in the first leg, but the Hammers are firmly seen as favourites to progress from here.
David Moyes’ side have been racking up results in recent weeks and the comeback against Arsenal last weekend could be the right preparation for a win against their dangerous opponents. Meanwhile, Gianluca Scamacca remains sidelined for this fixture, and Angelo Ogbonna is also suspended for the match.
The Belgian outfit, when the draw was made, were seen as underdogs and after failing to win at home last week, a daunting task lies before them on Thursday.
West Ham vs Gent Best Bet
Just like the PL side, they warmed up for this concluding tie with a 1-1 draw with Mechelen.
With Hjulsager, Lemajic, and Marreh all out of contention owing to injuries, Gent will be relying on Nigeria forward Gift Orban to lead the line and help produce one of those magical performances. Anyhow, the Hammers should win but they are still a suspect at the back, hence the BTTS pick.
- Selection: Yes on Both Teams to Score
- Best Odds: 1.90 (bet365)
- Stakes: 6/10
AZ Alkmaar vs Anderlecht Preview
Thursday, April 20th, 17:45 (UK)
AZ Alkmaar were disappointing last week and have a lot of work to do when they host the second leg of their Conference League quarter-final clash in The Netherlands. The 3-0 win over Fortuna Sittard could be some sort of motivation since they need a big result to turn the tie around.
However, the likes of Dekker, Karlsson, Martins Indi, Westerveld, and de Wit are expected to miss this contest due to injuries. That may have depleted the home side. However, playing in front of their own fans should be enough to spur the other players to step up and deliver an excellent performance.
AZ Alkmaar vs Anderlecht Best Bet
Belgian side Anderlecht were thrashed 5-2 by Genk at the weekend, just days after taking a big win over AZ at home. Meanwhile, they have struggled away from home all throughout the campaign which could be a challenge once again. They will also miss the services of Yari Verschaeren and Adrien Trebel. So, regardless of the kind of performance AZ might bring, Anderlecht should still be able to stay competitive.
- Selection: Yes on Both Teams to Score
- Best Odds: 1.83 (bet365)
- Stakes: 7/10
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Nice vs Basel Preview
Thursday, April 20th, 20:00 (UK)
Back in France, Allianz Riviera is the venue of Thursday’s Conference League game between Nice and Basel. After the 2-2 draw in Switzerland a week ago, Nice coach Didier Digard rested several first-team regulars and they fell 1-0 to Brest at the weekend, but the gaffer is expected to put his best side forward. Terem Moffi, who scored a fantastic overhead kick last time out, is still expected to lead the line as they hope to complete the job at home.
The visitors, on the other hand, were slightly better off in the league as they played out a 1-1 draw with rivals Young Boys at the weekend.
Nice vs Basel Best Bet
Nice are quite strong at home and Basel will need to conjure a solid performance to usurp them. Now that important defender Sergio Lopez is to serve a one-game ban, chances of Basel progressing looks slim and we believe that Nice are going to make it to the Conference League semis by winning this game.
- Selection: Nice to Win
- Best Odds: 1.53 (bet365)
- Stakes: 8/10
Fiorentina vs Lech Poznan Preview
Thursday, April 20th, 17:45 (UK)
Fiorentina are all but through to the Conference League semis after the 4-1 win away from home last Thursday. The Viola have been solid since mid-February and games like this should not be a problem for them at home. Midfielder Jonathan Ikone, who scored as a substitute in the first leg, could be handed a start, while Striker Luka Jovic should lead the line for the Serie A outfit this time out.
The Poles, on the other hand, have nothing to offer again, but it has been a superb tournament for them.
Fiorentina vs Lech Poznan Best Bet
Regardless of the stage that we are in, Fiorentina are miles ahead of their counterparts and should they prove their worth starting this Thursday, they will reach the semis. With that in mind, backing the Italians to win is not out of place.
- Selection: Over 2.5 Goals
- Best Odds: 1.70 (bet365)
- Stakes: 7/10
Odds via bet365 as of 14:00 April 18th 2023. Odds may now differ.
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