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Real Madrid vs. PSG odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Real Madrid vs. PSG odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

PSG heads to the Santiago Bernabéu on Wednesday for the second leg of a UEFA Champions League Round of 16 matchup with Real Madrid. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Real Madrid vs. PSG odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

PSG was among the favorites to win the Champions League at the start of the competition, but it faced a challenge getting through Real Madrid’s defense in winning 1-0 at home in the first leg of the two-leg Round of 16 matchup.

Led by a trio of attacking forwards (F Lionel Messi, F Kylian Mbappe, and F Neymar), PSG currently sits atop Ligue 1, first in the standings by 13 points.

It finished second in Group A with 3 wins, 2 draws and a loss, a group featuring Manchester City. PSG totaled 21 shots and 8 on target in the first meeting of these two sides.

As for Real Madrid, it managed just 3 shots and none on target. It does currently sit atop La Liga and easily won Group D. In 27 La Liga matchups, Real has allowed just 21 goals. Its strength is in its backline.

Real Madrid vs. PSG: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Real Madrid +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | PSG +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Draw +265
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -175 | U: +135)

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Prediction

Real Madrid 1, PSG 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW +265.

Real should be motivated by being down 1-0. Also, at home, its offense should be able to come to life. Real has yet to lose at home in La Liga competition.

At the same time, PSG is the better club and is far too talented up top and also in the midfield to be eliminated in the first knockout round. PSG will be without D Sergio Ramos and, per whoscored.com, have Mbappe listed as doubtful. Those would heavily impact this game.

Real will be short-handed in the midfield, down M Toni Kroos, but F Karim Benzema who has 5 Champions League goals is healthy and should be a key threat.

Given these injuries, these teams, especially considering Real’s home-field advantage, seem well-matched, and I like them to finish even.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (+135).

Real Madrid has allowed 21 goals in 27 leagues matches and 4 Champions League goals in 7 matches.

This team is elite defensively, and although it allowed 8 shots on goal in the first matchup, it has proven to be much better at home and should feel the desperation.

As for PSG, it’ll likely be without Mbappe. With Neymar, who has played all 90 just once this calendar year, still getting into form following ankle ligament damage, PSG may struggle this time around.

PSG allowed just 8 goals in its 6 Champions League matches and didn’t allow Real a single shot on goal in the first matchup. The Under, especially at this value, is the only way to play the total.

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Liverpool vs. Inter odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Liverpool vs. Inter odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

Liverpool welcomes Inter to Anfield for the second leg of a UEFA Champions League Round of 16 matchup Tuesday. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Liverpool vs. Inter odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Inter lost the first leg at home 2-0 Feb 16. It was a disappointing result as the second-place Serie A team managed 9 shots but didn’t put a single on frame. Inter did have 46% possession in the match, though.

Liverpool had just 2 shots on target, yet scored both which will have it sitting well ahead here. Inter got to this point by finishing second in Group D with 3 wins, 2 losses and a draw.

As for Liverpool, it is led by F Mohamed Salah, who is expected to start, but F Roberto Firmino is doubtful for the match, per whoscored.com.

Liverpool, which hasn’t suffered an outright loss since Dec. 28 would need to lose by 2 goals for Inter to even have a chance at advancing.

That will be a daunting task for the road side.

Liverpool vs. Inter: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Liverpool -170 (bet $170 to win $100) | Inter +420 (bet $100 to win $420) | Draw +340
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -170 | U: +133)

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Prediction

Liverpool 1, Inter 1

Money line (ML)

PASS on LIVERPOOL (-170).

I don’t hate this bet as Liverpool is the better side and will be at home. With Inter playing with nothing to lose, I’d rather bet BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (-155).

Inter can’t just win by 1 goal and advance. It will need to push the pace in this game and be on the attack. It’s something Inter is used to as it has 60 goals in 27 Serie A matches.

With Liverpool already having shown an ability to score along with its natural, clinical-finishing ability, the high-scoring team in the EPL should be able to also get on the board. Liverpool also allowed 6 goals in 6 group stage games, a 1 goal-per-game average.

Inter is coming off a 5-0 win Friday, and while Liverpool is the far better side, the Inter camp should have confidence in its ability to put the ball in the back of the net at least once.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN to the UNDER 2.5 (+133).

While I believe both sides will get on the board at least once, the first matchup between these two didn’t show any reason to believe this will be a high-scoring match.

Both teams were heavily limited, combining for 23 shots but just 2 on target.

Inter’s desperation is something to be concerned about, but I don’t see that necessarily breaking Liverpool’s defense, one that sits third in the EPL in opponents’ goals scored.

Only 2 of 8 games in the first matchups in the Round of 16 went over 2.5 goals. The styles of different leagues have seemed to throw offenses off, and given the value, I’d bet on that happening again.

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Colorado vs. Comunicaciones odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Colorado vs. Comunicaciones odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

The Colorado Rapids (0 wins, 1 loss, 0 ties) will welcome Comunicaciones FC (1-0-0) to Dick’s Sporting Goods Park Wednesday for the second leg of the CONCACAF Champions League Round of 16. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Colordao vs. Comunicaciones odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

The Rapids, who begin their MLS season Saturday against LAFC, will need a jolt as they enter this battle down 1-0, losing the first leg Thursday despite out-possessing Comunicaciones.

Colorado failed to get a single shot on target. Both the Rapids’ top goal scorers from a year ago in MLS, F Jonathan Lewis and F Michael Barrios, are both expected to be active.

Midfielder Karel Espino scored Comunicaciones’ lone goal off the bench in the 89th minute. Comunicaciones has been far more active of late, playing two games in the last five days and a total of six so far in February.

Colorado vs. Comunicaciones: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Colorado -280 (bet $280 to win $100) | Comunicaciones +700 (bet $100 to win $700) | Draw +380
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -117 | U: -113)

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Prediction

Colorado 2, Comunicaciones 1 (Comunicaciones advances on away goals)

Money line (ML)

PASS.

Colorado (-280) is too expensive, especially considering it lost in the first leg. I do like BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE? YES (+145) though.

Comunicaciones has scored in four of its last five games and has scored multiple goals in three of them. The Guatemalan club fired off 14 shots in the first leg with just 2 actually on frame.

Colorado has many of the same attacking pieces from a year ago when it totaled 51 goals in 34 MLS matches, giving up 35.

The Rapids were able to break down Comunicaciones on occasion in the first leg but didn’t manage a single shot on target. They ended with 9 shots. They should be able to get on the board at home given their success in the first leg.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” on the OVER 2.5 (-117).

While I like both to score as my best bet, Comunicaciones has topped 2.5 goals in three of their six matches in February.

Colorado’s legs should be able to help produce some results as it comes in rested and just getting into the new season. The Rapids scored 1.5 goals per game last season.

While the first leg was almost scoreless, I expect a desperate Rapids side to open this game up, especially if it’s knotted late in the second half.

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Atletico Madrid vs. Manchester United odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Atletico Madrid vs. Manchester United odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

Manchester United visits the Estadio Wanda Metropolitano to take on Atletico Madrid Wednesday in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 at 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Atletico Madrid vs. Manchester United odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Man U is coming off a thrilling 4-2 win over Leeds United in EPL action. It has won two straight league games, both by 2 goals. Man U is in fourth place in the EPL.

Man U finished first in Group H, scoring 11 goals and allowing 8 in six group-stage matches. Atletico went 2-3 with a draw in Group B, which was dominated by Liverpool.

Atletico managed a second-place finish in its group, scoring 7 goals and giving up 8, just 3 to non-Liverpool clubs. Atletico sit fifth in La Liga play.

Atletico Madrid vs. Manchester United: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Atletico Madrid +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Manchester United +185 (bet $100 to win $185) | Draw +210
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +115 | U: -145)

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Prediction

Atletico Madrid 1, Manchester United 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN to the DRAW (+210).

Man U is on the road coming off a tedious match this past weekend. While phenom F Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to start, F Mason Greenwood isn’t expected to play and F Edinson Cavani is listed as doubtful, per whoscored.com.

Atletico M Koke is also listed as doubtful as is 26-year-old M Thomas Lemar. Atletico is at home, where it is 7-2-3. However, it has just three wins in its last seven matches.

Man U has been playing at a higher level, but on the road, I wouldn’t fully back it to win outright. The DRAW (+210) is the best way to play the money line, but it’s not my best bet in this Round of 16 battle.

Over/Under (O/U)

PASS.

I don’t have a good gauge on the projected goals, and given both teams’ ability to score, yet subsequent ability to limit goals, I’d prefer a bet on BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (-122).

Atletico Madrid has scored 45 goals in 25 La Liga matches. It scored 8 goals in six matches, including a 2-goal performance against Liverpool, which has allowed the fourth-fewest goals in the EPL.

Man U has 44 goals in 26 EPL matches. It scored 11 goals in six group-stage performances, scoring at least 1 goal in every match.

Combine it all, and it seems likely both dynamic offenses find the back of the net at least once.

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Villarreal vs. Juventus odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s Villarreal vs. Juventus odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

Villarreal welcomes Juventus to El Madrigal in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. The match is set to kick off at 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Villarreal vs. Juventus odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Currently sitting 6th in La Liga competition, Villarreal was able to make it in the Round of 16 following a second-place finish in the Manchester United-won Group F.

Villarreal ended with 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, scoring 12 goals and allowing 9. Twenty-five-year-old Netherland F Arnaut Groeneveld leads Villarreal in goals per 90 minutes.

Juventus has slid to 4th in Serie A play after losing F Cristiano Ronaldo. It still won Group H though, defeating Chelsea while proceeding to win 5 of 6 group-stage games. Juventus is led by Argentinian star F Paulo Dybala.

Villarreal vs. Juventus: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Villarreal +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Juventus +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Draw +205
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +130 | U: -165)

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Prediction

Villarreal 1, Juventus 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN to a DRAW (+205).

Juventus has proven so far this season that it is the better side, winning the group and defeating a top EPL side. It also has the star power.

However, on the road, I can’t fully back Juventus. It is just 6-5-2 on the road in Serie A action. It was also destroyed 4-0 by Chelsea in its second group-stage meeting. While it did manage 5 wins, 3 were by just 1 goal.

As for Villarreal, it is coming off a draw with Real Madrid, the best side in La Liga.

It also has 7 wins in 13 home league matches. Villarreal held the top-scoring La Liga side to 0 goals, and it allowed just 9 goals in 6 Champions League matches.

Overall, these two sides match up well, both with solid defenses and capable attacks. Given that, a DRAW (+205) is the best way to play the outcome of this Round of 16 battle.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-165).

If there’s one thing that both teams have proven in Champions League play and their respective national league play, it is defend. Villarreal allowed 9 in 6 games, whereas Juventus allowed just 6.

With Villarreal having given up 24 goals in 25 matches and Juventus just 23 in 26 matches in their respective league play, both teams have had their season defined by being able to defend.

That’s what is expected to happen here, and it’s worth a play on the expensive odds. Also, 3 of the 4 UEFA Champions League matches have gone Under 2.5 with the only one going over in a Man City thrashing of Sporting.

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Chelsea vs. Lille odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s Chelsea vs. Lille odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

Chelsea welcomes LOSC Lille for the first leg of two Round of 16 Champions League matches. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET at Stamford Bridge. Below, we preview the Chelsea vs. Lille odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Currently sitting in third in the EPL, Chelsea is coming off a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace Saturday. It was able to get into the Round of 16 following a second-place finish, behind Juventus, in Group H.

However, Chelsea will be without D Ben Chilwell and M Reece James, who are both listed as “out,” per whoscored.com. Plus, D César Azpilicueta is listed as doubtful. Meanwhile, Lille’s 21-year-old M Angel Gomes is also listed as doubtful.

Lille sits 11th in the PSG-led Ligue 1. It has scored 32 goals and allowed 35 in 32 matches this season. Lille won Group G against a quartet of teams, none of which were among the top in any major European league.

Chelsea vs. Lille: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Chelsea -340 (bet $340 to win $100) | Lille +950 (bet $100 to win $950) | Draw +430
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -120 | U: -105)

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Prediction

Chelsea 2, Lille 0

Money line (ML)

PASS. Chelsea is too pricey at -340. Even down many key attackers and likely also without F Mason Mount, Chelsea isn’t worth laying anything on with this price tag.

I do like BOTH TEAMS NOT TO SCORE at -190 even though it’s a tad expensive.

Lille scored just 7 goals in 6 games against weak Group G competition. Lille also has struggled lately, scoring just 2 goals in its last 4 Ligue 1 competitions.

Chelsea allowed just 4 goals in 6 games and has been equally as good in EPL play this season.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-105).

This is the best bet in the match. Chelsea is likely without James and Mount, two key transitionary players.

Whoscored.com noted that F Romelu Lukaku, Chelsea’s star 9, could also “be dropped” after just 7 touches in 90 minutes against Palace.

If he’s out, F Timo Werner or F Christian Pulisic will likely get the nod. Neither are quite the threat that Lukaku is and would hurt Chelsea’s attack.

Chelsea had just 1 goal Sunday and have had its last 6 matches against EPL sides go Under 2.5 goals.

With Lille a capable opponent, this should mirror a more competitive match for Chelsea, which it has had trouble scoring in. Given Chelsea’s defensive prowess, the Under is a strong play here.

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Inter vs. Liverpool odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Inter vs. Liverpool odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

On Wednesday, Liverpool visits San Siro to take on Inter. Kick-off is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Inter vs. Liverpool odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Liverpool currently sits second in the English Premier League.

The Reds got to this point in the UEFA Champions League by winning Group B. They were one of three teams, along with Ajax and Bayern Munich, to win all six group stage games.

Liverpool is led by F Mohamed Salah who has 16 goals in 22 matches played throughout EPL competition. M Jordan Henderson is the only notable injury for the visitors as his status is unknown due to a cut on his knee.

Inter will be without M Nicolò Barella who is suspended after he received a red card in their final group stage game.

Inter finished second in the Real Madrid-led Group D as it finished with 3 wins, 2 losses and 1 draw with just 8 goals scored against 5 conceded. Internazionale is second in Serie A play (16-6-2).

Inter vs. Liverpool: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Inter +245 (bet $100 to win $245) | Liverpool +107 (bet $100 to win $107) | Draw +250
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -120 | U: -105)

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Prediction

Liverpool 2, Inter 0

Money line (ML)

BET on LIVERPOOL (+107).

While Inter is a good side in Serie A competition, it hasn’t shown nearly enough against Champions League sides to assume it can keep pace with Liverpool.

Inter lost twice to Real Madrid and drew Shakhtar Donetsk, Ukraine’s top team.

Meanwhile, Liverpool crushed their competition which included Athletico Madrid, Porto and Milan — all sides that are playing well in their respective league.

Liverpool’s body of work in the EPL, the deepest league in the world, also shouldn’t be overlooked.

The Reds lead the league in goals per game and have also given up the fourth-fewest goals. Liverpool should be able to come out on top with Salah captaining the attack and D Virgil Van Dijk on the backline.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the UNDER 2.5 (-105).

In Inter’s matches with Real Madrid, the best competition it has taken on this year, it lost 1-0 and 2-0. Despite that goals could flow from Liverpool’s elite attack, Inter has done a good job of shutting it down.

Inter was also held scoreless in three of its Champions League games. Liverpool has a terrific defense, giving up just 19 goals across 24 EPL games and 6 goals in their six group stage games.

Inter has allowed 20 goals in 24 Serie A matches and gave up just five in its group stage round. Both teams have proven to have quality game plans and solid defense.

This is near even-money value due to Liverpool’s elite attack, but considering what Inter did to Real, I’ll side with fewer goals in this one.

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PSG vs. Real Madrid odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s PSG vs. Real Madrid odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

Real Madrid will visit Parc des Princes Tuesday where it will take on PSG. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the PSG vs. Real Madrid odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

This game, between a Ligue 1 superteam in PSG and La Liga’s Real Madrid, will be the first leg of the Round of 16 matchup in the UEFA Champions League.

Per whoscored.com, F Neymar is listed as doubtful but could make a return. D Sergio Ramos is also set to miss the match. Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema is listed as doubtful.

PSG was 3-1-2 in 6 group stage games, ranking second in Group A behind Manchester City. Real Madrid was 5-1-0 in 6 games for Group D. Despite that, they’ll be heavy road underdogs.

PSG is currently atop Ligue 1, while Real Madrid is No. 1 in La Liga.

PSG vs. Real Madrid: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: PSG -111 (bet $111 to win $100) | Real Madrid +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Draw +280
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -154 | U: +120)

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Prediction

PSG 2, Real Madrid 1

Money line (ML)

BET PSG (-111).

With arguably two of the best forwards in the world, PSG is a handful offensively. Led by F Kylian Mbappe and F Lionel Messi, PSG’s top-heavy attack has proven devastating to Ligue 1 competition.

PSG also played well in the group stage, ending with a 5-goal difference. With Man City in the group, it had a much more challenging route.

The big deal here is the likely absence of Benzema. He could play, but even if he takes the pitch, at what level can he keep up? Benzema had led the team in scoring this season.

While Real played well in Champions League action, it is just 1-1-2 in all competition over the past few weeks. With PSG 3-1-0 recently, I’d side with the team entering healthier, playing better and at home.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN to the OVER 2.5 (-154).

Real has scored at least 2 goals in 4 straight Champions League matches. Similarly, PSG averaged over 2 goals per game throughout the group stage round.

Real hasn’t faced a team the same caliber as PSG’s this season (having not played any high-level Premier League or Bundesliga sides).

Despite its defense being dominant in the group stage round and in league play, it’d be shocking to not see PSG breakthrough multiple times. PSG is averaging over 2 goals per game in Ligue 1 play as well.

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Bayern Munich vs. Barcelona odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Bayern Munich vs. Barcelona odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

On Wednesday, Barcelona (2 wins, 2 losses, 1 draw) travels to Allianz Arena to take on Bayern Munich (5-0-0). Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Bayern Munich vs. Barcelona odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Already having clinched Group E, Bayern Munich has looked unstoppable, and with the injury to PSG’s Neymar, it could be considered the favorite to win the Champions League.

Bayern Munich is led by star F Robert Lewandowski. He’s been terrific so far this season. Bayern is 8 points ahead of second-place Barcelona in the group. It is 4 points ahead of Dortmund for the top spot in the Bundesliga.

As for Barcelona, it has been sliding on a downhill slope since Lionel Messi left.

It ranks 7th in La Liga competitions with 23 points in 15 games. F Memphis Depay has been its most consistent scorer this season. A win clinches Barcelona a spot in the Champions League knockout round.

Bayern Munich vs. Barcelona: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 2:14 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Bayern Munich -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Barcelona +440 (bet $100 to win $440) | Draw +400
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Prediction

Bayern Munich 2, Barcelona 1

Money line (ML)

BET BAYERN MUNICH (-200).

The value here isn’t terrific, but it’s certainly good enough to place a wager on. Bayern has looked unstoppable in both Bundesliga play and in Champions League action.

It’s not just that Bayern has won all five games, but it’s how it’s winning.

Although not in the most competitive group, Bayern has scored 19 goals in 5 games and given up 3. Behind two goals from Lewandowski, it took down Barcelona 3-0 in Spain.

Given Barcelona’s recent change in management, I would stay away from betting on the road side.

We’ve seen teams like Liverpool and PSG, which didn’t need a win, come out on top. The case for a sluggish Bayern just isn’t there. It should be at its top form, and I’d bet on Bayern coming out on top.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the UNDER 3.5 (-110). Barcelona has experience on its backline, and that should help it tame an insanely talented Bayern attack.

With defenders Gerard Pique and Jordi Alba both projected to start, Barcelona should be able to limit a team that scored 3 goals with only 7 shots on target last time these two teams met. Barcelona has just 5 goals in 5 games and has allowed just 6 in UCL play.

Barcelona is as bad of a team as when it faced Bayern in its first meeting. With something to play for in this one, we should get a focused Barcelona team, making the UNDER 3.5 (-110) the better play here.

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Milan vs. Liverpool odds, expert picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s Milan vs. Liverpool odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

On Tuesday, Liverpool (5 wins, 0 losses, 0 draws) is on the road to take on Milan (1-3-1). Kickoff from San Siro is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Milan vs. Liverpool odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

There’s no need for Liverpool to necessarily put its best XI on the pitch with its comfortable lead atop Group B.

For Milan however, even a draw at home could keep its UCL hopes alive on the final day of Group Stage action. These teams have already played once with Liverpool picking up a 3-2 victory despite Milan holding a 2-1 lead at halftime.

The home side is currently atop the Serie A league with a 12-2-2 record. Liverpool, who enters as an underdog, is second in the EPL.

Milan vs. Liverpool: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:25 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Milan +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Liverpool +215 (bet $100 to win $215) | Draw +285
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +135 | U: -175)

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Prediction

Liverpool 2, Milan 2

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to a DRAW (+285).

I think the different location from the first meeting and difference in urgency between each side should help this one swing towards Milan’s favor, but I’m not necessarily ready to bet against the EPL’s leading scorer F Mohamed Salah.

While Salah may play, M James Milner, F Roberto Firmino, M Harvey Elliott, M Jordan Henderson, M Thiago and F Diogo Jota are all out or doubtful for Liverpool Tuesday.

That’s just too many big names, especially in the midfield. That’s clearly the same reason why Liverpool is dubbed an underdog despite being one of the best teams in the world.

F Zlatan Ibrahimović should be primed and in the lineup for AC Milan. He’s scored 6 goals in six starts (nine appearances). The talent between Ibra and F Olivier Giroud may be too much for a short-handed Liverpool.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 3.5 (+135) as the better side of the total. This one is simple — both teams rely on their offensive, and not defensive, play.

While Liverpool has a solid backline when at full strength, it still averages the most goals per game in the EPL. Milan is averaging the second-most goals per game in Series A.

This game should have a ton of action could certainly get close to the 3-2 total of the first meeting again Tuesday.

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