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Manchester City vs. Club Brugge odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Manchester City vs. Club Brugge odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Manchester City (2 wins, 2 draws, 3 losses) welcomes Club Brugge (3-2-2) to Etihad Stadium Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Manchester City vs. Club Brugge odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Manchester City must come out on top for a chance to get through the matchday round of the Champions League, so it will have extra motivation at home. City, which had a streak of 5 straight losses earlier in the season, beat Chelsea 3-1 Saturday, its last time on the pitch. It has won 5 of its last 7 games across all competitions and is 7-2-2 at home in league play. In Champions League action, it is 1-2-0 at home.

Club Brugge comes into this battle sitting second in the Belgian Pro League. Brugge has been on fire offensively, tallying 2.26 goals per game through 23 league matches. It has drawn 2 straight games across all competitions though. The last time Club Brugge lost was Oct. 22, 2024, against AC Milan.

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Manchester City vs. Club Brugge odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 9:21 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Manchester City -500 (bet $500 to win $100) | Club Brugge +1200 (bet $100 to win $1,200) | Draw +650
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: -115 | U: -120)

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Manchester City vs. Club Brugge picks and predictions

Prediction

Manchester City 2, Club Brugge 0

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

There’s, unfortunately, no great value on the moneyline as the home side is far too expensive at -500. City should be putting its best foot forward, and while it has struggled at times this season, it still has some of the best players in the world. It should come on top with relative ease.

As for Club Brugge (+1200), it lost 3-1 to AC Milan in its lone road UEFA match against a top side. It just isn’t at the level of City, which should be seen clearly Wednesday.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 3.5 (-120).

The Under is a strong play here. Brugge has allowed more than 1 goal in just 2 of 7 UEFA matches, but its defense has been better than advertised, allowing more than 1.2 expected goals in just 1 of those games. It has scored more than once just one time in Champions League action.

City has had a strong defense as of late as well, allowing 1 or fewer goals in 7 of its last 9 matches. It has scored 2 or fewer goals in 8 of its last 12 matches, so it hasn’t necessarily exploded offensively like fans are used to. Considering the trends, PLAY UNDER 3.5 (-120).

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Barcelona vs. Atalanta odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Barcelona vs. Atalanta odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Barcelona (6 wins, 0 draws, 1 loss) welcomes Atalanta (4-2-1) to the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys Wednesday for the final UEFA Champions League matchday. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Barcelona vs. Atalanta odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Barcelona, which is third on the La Liga table, sits second through 7 UEFA matchdays. It has a stellar 6-0-3 home record in league play and is coming off a 7-1 home victory over Valencia Sunday. Barcelona has won 6 of its last 7 games across all competitions with the non-win being a draw. It has won 6 straight UEFA matches, outscoring opponents at home 12-1.

Atalanta has exceeded expectations as well. Sitting third in Serie A, the top Italian league, Atalanta is seventh on the 10 UEFA table. It is coming off a 2-1 win at Como Saturday and has won 2 straight games. However, it is just 2-3-2 in its last 7 across all competitions. Atalanta is a perfect 3-0-0 on the road in UEFA action.

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Barcelona vs. Atalanta odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 8:58 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Barcelona -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Atalanta +320 (bet $100 to win $320) | Draw +333
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: -130 | U: -110)

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Barcelona vs. Atalanta picks and predictions

Prediction

Barcelona 2, Atalanta 2

Moneyline (ML)

BET DRAW (+333).

Atalanta has played against two top-tier sides in UEFA action. It lost 3-2 to Real Madrid on the sixth matchday and drew Arsenal 0-0 on the first day. Atalanta had 1.2 more and 0.4 more expected goals, respectively, in those games. It has shown it can keep pace with some top clubs.

Barcelona’s defense has allowed 5 goals in its last 2 games, and it has allowed at least 1.3 expected goals in 3 in a row. It has allowed at least 2.7 expected goals in 2 straight Champions League matches.

Considering the trends, expect a close game and BET DRAW (+333).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (-130).

Barcelona’s offense has been red-hot and has consistently dominated in UEFA action. It has scored at least 3 goals in 6 straight Champions League bouts and has topped this total in 5 of 7 games this season.

Atalanta has scored at least 2 goals in 3 straight games and has tallied a total of 15 goals in its last 4 UEFA games. It has had at least 2.3 expected goals in 6 of 7 matches.

BET OVER 3.5 (-130).

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PSG vs. Manchester City odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s PSG vs. Manchester City odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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PSG (2 wins, 1 draw, 3 losses) welcomes Manchester City (2-2-2) to Parc des Princes in Paris Wednesday for the seventh of 8 UEFA Champions League matchdays. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the PSG vs. Manchester City odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

PSG, which sits atop the Ligue 1, the top league in France, has struggled in UEFA competition this season. It won its last UEFA game 3-0 at RB Salzburg Dec. 10, but it had lost 3 of its previous 4. PSG has won 7 of its last 8 across all competitions, so it has been on fire as of late. G Bradley Barcola leads PGS with 11 goals in 18 Ligue 1 matches.

Manchester City, while it has seen more success in UEFA competition than PSG, has struggled in many games and hasn’t lived up to expectations in the English Premier League (EPL) either. It sits fourth in EPL action and is 5-3-4 on the road. It has won 4 of its last 5 throughout all competitions. In UEFA competition, it is 0-1-2 on the road. City is led by F Erling Haaland, who has tallied 17 goals in 22 EPL matches.

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PSG vs. Manchester City odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:29 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: PSG +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Manchester City +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Draw +275
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +120 | U: -175)

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PSG vs. Manchester City picks and predictions

Prediction

PSG 2, Manchester City 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET PSG (+140).

Manchester City has rebounded well as of late, but it is just 5-4-9 over its last 18 matches since Oct. 30. On the road, it has struggled even more, dropping 4 of 12 EPL matches. City has lost its last 2 UEFA matches on the road and will be taking on a competent PSG side.

PSG has been incredible at home this season, winning 8 of 9 Ligue 1 matches. It has ripped off 4 straight wins. PSG is just 1-1-1 in UEFA action at home but has at least 1.4 or more expected goals than its opponent in each.

Considering those trends, BACK PSG (+140).

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN UNDER 3.5 (-175).

Both of these teams like to score, but looking to go Over 3.5 goals is a tough ask. PSG has scored at least 2 goals in 6 of its last 8 matches and has allowed a goal in 6 of those as well.

City put 6 goals on Ipswich Town in its last match and has scored 20 goals in its last 4 games. It has allowed a goal in 7 of its last 10. With that in mind, betting the alternate line of Over 2.5 (-200) might make sense, but I’ll take my chances with UNDER 3.5 (-175) for a small wager.

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Benfica vs. Barcelona odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Benfica vs. Barcelona odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Benfica (3 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses) welcomes Barcelona (5-0-1) to Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica Tuesday. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Benfica vs. Barcelona odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Barcelona sits second in the UEFA Champions League through 6 matchdays and is coming off a 1-1 road draw against Getafe Saturday, ending with 1.0 more expected goals. It snapped a streak of 4 straight wins throughout all competitions. Barcelona is third in La Liga and is led by F Robert Lewandowski, who has netted 16 goals in 19 starts. He had scored 7 goals in its 6 Champions League matches.

Benfica enters this game ranked 15th in Champions League play. It sits second in the Primeira Liga, the top Portuguese league.  While its offense has dominated league play, it has thrived mainly due to a dynamic defense that has allowed just 11 goals. The home side is coming off a 4-0 win over Famalicao, finishing with 3.9 more expected goals. Benfica is 1-1-1 in Champions League play at home.

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Benfica vs. Barcelona odds

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  • Moneyline: Benfica +225 (bet $100 to win $225) | Barcelona +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Draw +290 (bet $100 to win $290)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +105 | U: -145)

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Benfica vs. Barcelona picks and predictions

Prediction

Benfica 2, Barcelona 2

Moneyline (ML)

BET DRAW (+290).

Barcelona has performed well for most of the season, but it has struggled over the last few months. It is 1-4-3 in its last 8 league games and is 2-0-1 in its Champions League road matches.

Benfica has been unstoppable in league play at home, posting a 9-0-1 record. While Barcelona will pose a greater challenge, Benfica has allowed a goal in just 5 of 13 home matches across all competitions. It has more expected goals in all 3 home UEFA matches.

Expect the home side to keep things close despite having less talented players taking the pitch, and considering these odds, play DRAW (+290).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+105).

While Benfica’s defense has been key to its success, it hasn’t quite performed as well on that end in UEFA action. Benfica has gone Over this total in 3 of 6 Champions League battles. It has allowed at least 1.0 expected goals in 4 of those.

Barcelona has a strong attack as well, netting 2.60 goals per game in La Liga action. It has scored 4 or more goals in 3 of its last 5 games. In Champions League action, is has topped this total in 4 of 6.

Play OVER 3.5 (+105).

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Liverpool vs. Real Madrid odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Liverpool vs. Real Madrid odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Liverpool (4 wins, 0 draws, 0 losses) welcomes Real Madrid (2-0-2) to Anfield Wednesday for the 5th of 8 matchdays in the UEFA Champions League. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Liverpool vs. Real Madrid odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Liverpool enters this matchup after beating Southampton 3-2 Sunday in English Premier League action. It sits atop the EPL, having scored 24 goals and having allowed a mere 8 in 12 matches. The Reds are the only team in the Champions League to win all 4 games. They have won 13 of their last 14 games across all competitions, and their last Champions League match was a 4-0 home win over Bayer Leverkusen.

Real Madrid beat Leganes on the road 3-0 Sunday in La Liga, the top Spanish league. Madrid sits 2nd in the league, having averaged 2.15 goals per game. They have lost 2 of 4 Champions League matches and are 0-1 on the road ( a 1-0 defeat against Lille). They sit 20th of 36 clubs in the league entering the 5th matchday. Real is led by F Vinicius Junior, who has tallied 8 goals in 13 matches.

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Liverpool vs. Real Madrid odds

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  • Moneyline: Liverpool -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Real Madrid +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Draw +290 (bet $100 to win $290)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +120 | U: -165)

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Liverpool vs. Real Madrid picks and predictions

Prediction

Liverpool 3, Real Madrid 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET LIVERPOOL (-130).

Liverpool has throttled Champions League opponents and has arguably the best talent across the board in the world. The Reds’ mix of skilled players plus experience has created a powerhouse in the EPL. Liverpool has outscored UEFA opponents 10-1 and has battled against Milan, Bologna, Leipzig, and Leverkusen, several of which are strong sides. Expect that to continue.

Real Madrid is clearly one of the best sides in La Liga, but in its last 5 games it has lost to Barcelona 4-0 and Milan 3-1. It also lost its lone Champions League road match. Real faced Manchester City, another top EPL side, in the quarterfinals of the Champions League last season and had fewer expected goals in both matches.

Considering those notes, take LIVERPOOL (-130).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+120).

Liverpool has been a scoring machine as of late, managing at least 2 goals in 6 straight matches. It has gone Over even this total in 4 of its last 6 outings. The Reds have allowed at least 2 goals in 3 of their last 6 contests.

Real, who has a few of the most talented attackers in the world, has scored 9 goals in 4 Champions League matches and has allowed a goal in all 4. They have gone Over this total in 3 of 4 games.

Take OVER 3.5 (+120).

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Sporting CP vs. Arsenal odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Sporting CP vs. Arsenal odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Sporting CP (3 wins, 1 draw, 0 losses) welcome Arsenal (2-1-1) to Estadio Jose Alvalade Tuesday for the fifth of 8 matchdays in the UEFA Champions League. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Sporting CP vs. Arsenal odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Arsenal sits fourth in the English Premier League and is coming off a 3-0 home win against Nottingham Forest Saturday. The Gunners’ last Champions League battle was a 1-0 road loss to Inter in which it had 0.7 more expected goals. They are led this season by F Bukayo Saka, who has 4 goals and a team-high 8 assists.

Sporting CP, which is first in the Primeira Liga, the top league in Portugal, is a perfect at home (5-0-0) and on the road (6-0-0), having soared through league play. F Viktor Gyokeres leads the charge, having netted 16 goals in 11 matches. Sporting beat Manchester City 4-1 at home in the Champions League on Nov. 5.

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Sporting CP vs. Arsenal odds

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  • Moneyline: Sporting CP +210 (bet $100 to win $210) | Arsenal +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Draw +250 (bet $100 to win $250)
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -130 | U: -105)

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Sporting CP vs. Arsenal picks and predictions

Prediction

Sporting CP 2, Arsenal 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET SPORTING CP (+210).

While it is easy to assume the EPL side is the preferred route, Arsenal hasn’t played as well as Sporting, and the home side has some quality home wins this season against tested opponents.

Sporting has a 4-1 win over Man City, a 2-0 win over Porto and a 2-0 win over Lille this season and is 11-0-0 in league play and 3-1-0 in Champions League play.

Arsenal hasn’t lived up to expectations over the last few weeks, having just a 1-1-2 record in November. It is 0-1-1 on the road throughout UEFA action, having not scored a single goal in either of those battles. Considering those trends, back SPORTING CP (+210).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-130).

Sporting has a quality offense and has scored at least 3 goals in 4 straight matches. Even in league play, its defense has struggled as well, allowing 3 goals through its last 2 Premier battles.

Arsenal has gone Over this total in 3 of its last 6 matches and has had at least 1.1 expected goals in 4 straight. The Gunners have the weapons to score and should be able to Tuesday. They have scored 2-plus goals in 10 of 19 competitions this season.

Take OVER 2.5 (-130).

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Barcelona vs. Brest odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Barcelona vs. Brest odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Brest (3 wins, 1 draw, 0 losses) welcomes Barcelona (3-0-1) to Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys Tuesday. Kickoff in the fifth of 8 matchdays in the UEFA Champions League is set for 3 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Barcelona vs. Brest odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Brest sits 12th in Ligue 1, the top French league. It has a 3-1-2 home record and is far worse at 1-0-5 on the road. It is coming off a 3-2 road loss to Monaco Friday. The home side did win its last Champions League battle, taking down Sparta Prague 2-1 on Nov. 6. Brest is led by F Ludovic Ajorque, who has netted 3 goals in 11 league matches.

Barcelona has been on fire this season, sitting atop La Liga, the top league in Spain. It is coming off a 2-2 draw with Celta Vigo Saturday. In its last 9  games, it is 7-1-1 and has won 3 of its last 5 matches on the road. Barcelona has scored 42 goals in 14 league matches. It is led by F Robert Lewandowski, who has netted 15 goals in 14 matches.

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Barcelona vs. Brest odds

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  • Moneyline: Barcelona -650 (bet $650 to win $100) | Brest +1300 (bet $100 to win $1,300) | Draw +775 (bet $100 towin $775)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: -125 | U: -110)

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Barcelona vs. Brest picks and predictions

Prediction

Barcelona 3, Brest 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

There’s no reason to eye the moneyline here. Barcelona (-650) is far too great of a favorite to play, especially coming off a loss to an inferior opponent.

Similarly, Brest (+1300) has yet to really play a top Champions League side and likely won’t be able to keep pace, and its rank in the Ligue 1 further suggests that reality.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (-125).

Barcelona plays a fast and high-tempo style of play, and it has averaged 3.00 goals per game in league action. It has scored at least 3 goals in 7 of its last 9 games. Surprisingly, Barcelona’s defense has also struggled, allowing 6 goals over its last 4 matches.

Brest has gone Over this total in its last 2 matches and has allowed 6 goals in its last 2 matches to sides not as lethal offensively as Barcelona. Brest has given up at least 2.5 expected goals to opponents over its last 2. At the same time, it has scored at least 2 goals 3 times in its last 5 games.

Considering those trends, back OVER 3.5 (-125).

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Inter Milan vs. Arsenal odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Inter Milan vs. Arsenal odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Inter Milan (2 wins, 1 draw 0 losses) welcomes Arsenal (2-1-0) to San Siro Wednesday for  the fourth matchday of the UEFA Champions League. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Inter Milan vs. Arsenal odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Inter comes into this game sitting second in Serie A, the top league in Italy. It is averaging 2.27 goals per game in league play and has an outstanding 4-1-1 home record through the first part of the season. In total, Milan has a +12 goal differential. The Black and Blues are led by F Marcus Thuram, who has 7 goals. In UEFA action, Milan drew Manchester City on the road and has wins over Red Star 4-0 and Young Boys 1-0.

Arsenal sits fifth in the English Premier League, the top league in England. The Gunners have a 2-1-2 road record and have a total goal differential of +6. They are coming off a 1-0 road loss at Newcastle United Saturday. Arsenal has many talented players and is led by F Kai Havertz, who has 4 goals on the season. Arsenal drew against Atalanta 0-0 and beat PSG 2-0 and Shakhtar 1-0 in UEFA action.

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Inter Milan vs. Arsenal odds

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  • Moneyline: Inter Milan +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Arsenal +175 (bet $100 to win $175) | Draw +210
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +100 | U: -135)

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Inter Milan vs. Arsenal picks and predictions

Prediction

Inter Milan 2, Arsenal 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET INTER MILAN (+170).

Arsenal (+175) has struggled immensely on the road over the last few weeks. It has played just 3 of its last 9 games on the road, losing 2 of those with its lone win coming in the EFL Cup against Preston. In its last 2 EPL matches, it lost 1-0 to Newcastle and 2-0 to Bournemouth.

Inter has been surging over the last several weeks as well. It has won 7 of its last 8 games with the lone non-win match being a 4-4 draw vs. Juventus. Inter had a draw with Manchester City on the road Sept. 18 as well, an impressive result for Milan. The Black and Blues have won 4 of their last 5 at home.

Considering those trends, BACK INTER MILAN (+170).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (+100).

Inter has gone Over this total in 2 of its last 3 games and in 6 of its last 9. The Gunners have been terrific offensively in league play, having scored in 9 straight matches and have notched at least 3 goals in 5 of those.

Arsenal has scored at least 2 in 7 of its last 10 games. The Gunners have allowed at least 2 in 4 of their last 10 matches as well.

Both sides have dynamic attacks and should be able to press the opposing defense. With that in mind, BACK OVER 2.5 (+100).

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Real Madrid vs. AC Milan odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Real Madrid vs. AC Milan odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Real Madrid (2 wins, 0 draws, 1 loss) welcomes AC Milan (1-0-2) to the Santiago Bernebeu for a UEFA Champions League battle Tuesday. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET (TNT Sports/discovery+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Real Madrid vs. AC Milan odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Real Madrid sits second in La Liga, the top league in Spain. It has been an ultra-strong side at home, having a 5-0-1 record in league matches. Through 11 matches, it has a +10 goal differential. Real is coming off an embarrassing 4-0 loss to rival Barcelona on Oct. 26.

In Champions League action, Madrid beat Borussia Dortmund 5-2 and Stuttgart 3-1 while also having a 1-0 road loss to Lille. It is led by F Kylian Mbappe, who has scored 6 goals in La Liga action.

AC Milan has had a disappointing season in Serie A, the top league in Italy, sitting seventh. It has struggled on the road and is just 2-1-2. Throughout all league matches, Milan has a +6 goal differential on the season. It is led by F Christian Pulisic, who has a team-high 8 combined goals and assists.

In Champions League competition, AC Milan has its lone win in a 3-1 victory over Club Brugge and has losses to Bayer Leverkusen 1-0 and Liverpool 3-1.

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Real Madrid vs. AC Milan odds

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  • Moneyline: Real Madrid -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | AC Milan +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Draw +380 (bet $100 to win $380)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +110 | U: -150)

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Real Madrid vs. AC Milan picks and predictions

Prediction

Real Madrid 3, AC Milan 1

Moneyline (ML)

PASS.

There’s just no value here. From top to bottom, especially on the backline, Real is the better side, but they aren’t worth almost double your money for a unit of potential return. Unfortunately, they haven’t played well enough to warrant this size of a spread, especially coming off a throttling by Barcelona.

Nonetheless, AC Milan has struggled as well, especially against quality opponents in the Champions League, so one should assume those issues will continue. Ultimately, avoid a moneyline play.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+110).

Real has a strong defense, but they have given up 7 goals in their last 3 times taking the pitch. Madrid has allowed at least 1 goal in 8 of its last 9 matches  as well. At the same time, its offense has been clicking, scoring 9 goals in its last 4 games. It has gone Over this total in 2 of 3 Champions League  matches.

AC Milan has also gone Over this total in 2 of 3 Champions League matches, and against a quality offense like Liverpool, it gave up a trio of goals and allowed 3.1 expected goals. The expected goals are more concerning and suggest ample opportunities were there for Liverpool in that match. Against Leverkusen, it allowed 1.8 expected goals. AC Milan is averaging 1.7 goals per game in Serie A play and 1.3 goals per game in Champions league action.

Considering the trends for both sides, back OVER 3.5 (+115).

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Liverpool vs. Bayer Leverkusen odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Liverpool vs. Bayer Leverkusen odds and lines, with Champions League expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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Liverpool (3 wins, 0 draws, 0 losses) welcome Bayer Leverkusen (2-1-0) to Anfield Tuesday for a UEFA Champions League battle. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET (Paramount+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s soccer odds around the Liverpool vs. Bayer Leverkusen odds, and make our best soccer bets, picks and predictions.

Liverpool, which currently sits atop the English Premier League, has beaten 10 of its last 11 opponents and is coming off a 2-1 home win over Brighton Saturday. The Reds are undefeated in Champions League play, having wins over Bologna, RB Leipzig, and AC Milan. They have a +5 goal differential through those 3 games and are +13 in 10 EPL matches. Liverpool is led by F Mohamed Salah, who has 7 goals in league play.

Bayer Leverkusen sits 4th in the Bundesliga, the top league in Germany. Bayer games have featured a lofty amount of goals as they average 2.22 per game and allow 1.67 per game, having scored 20 and allowed 15 in 9 Bundesliga matches. They are coming off a 0-0 draw with Stuttgart Friday. Leverkusen has a +5 goal differential in 3 Champions League matches, having beaten AC Milan and Feyenoord and having drawn Brest. It is led by F Victor Boniface, who has 6 goals in 9 league matches.

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Liverpool vs. Bayer Leverkusen odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of soccer odds. Lines last updated Monday at 11:54 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Liverpool -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Bayer Leverkusen +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Draw +300 (bet $100 to win $300)
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +120 | U: -165)

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Liverpool vs. Bayer Leverkusen picks and predictions

Prediction

Liverpool 2, Bayer Leverkusen 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET LIVERPOOL (-140).

Liverpool is averaging 1.90 goals per game in EPL play, but unlike Bayer, it has been able to keep its backline formidable, allowing just 0.6. It has been virtually unbeatable at home, having won 4 of 5 EPL matches and having won their lone home Champions League match by multiple goals. It has allowed just 1 goal in those 3 Champions League matches.

Leverkusen is 2-2-0 on the road, but its competition in the Bundesliga isn’t as competitive as a match against Liverpool will be. Bayer has drawn 3 of its last 4 games in all competitions and have a 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich, a game that may resemble this one. In that match, they had 1.3 fewer expected goals.

Expect Liverpool to take care of business at home, and at this value, feel free to back LIVERPOOL (-140).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 3.5 (-165).

Neither team has really shown its offensive prowess consistently in the Champions League. Bayer has scored 6 goals and allowed just 1, but 4 of those goals came against Feyenoord in their first Champions League action. They had just 1.7 expected goals as well, so they made the most of their attempts. Against Liverpool, that’ll be tougher to do. Bayer has gone Under even 2.5 in 2 of those 3 matches.

Liverpool has gone Under 2.5 in 2 of 3 as well, and it has one of the best defenses in the world. The Reds’ defense has been strong this season and has 7 clean sheets in 15 matches in all competitions, and they have allowed more than 1 goal just twice.

Expect the consistent low-scoring Champions League battles to continue and, despite the slightly expensive value, back UNDER 3.5 (-165).

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