UCL SEMIFINALS: LIVERPOOL VS VILLARREAL – 27TH OF APRIL, 21:00
UCL SEMIFINALS: LIVERPOOL VS VILLARREAL – 27TH OF APRIL, 21:00

Liverpool will play host to Villarreal on Wednesday evening as the 2 sides kick-off their first leg of the Champions League Semifinals!

Liverpool

The Reds` phenomenal form doesn`t seem to come to an end. Although staying in 2nd spot on the EPL table with just 1 point away from the summit, Liverpool have dismantled both Manchester United and Everton with the respective 4-0 and 2-0 victories. Additionally, they have gone 10 consecutive games without a loss across all competition. Unlike the opposite semifinals fixture where the two powerhouses Real Madrid and Manchester City battle for a spot in the final, Liverpool go into this fixture as they heavy favorites. Klopp`s frontline has been unmatchable this season, with the likes of Mohammed Salah, Sadio Mane, Luis Diaz, and Diogo Jota all contributing to Liverpool`s 24 goals scored in their last 10 fixtures. That is not to say they will complete walk over the Villarreal side, but with the class and consistency Liverpool has displayed this season it is difficult to see them slipping.

Villarreal

Villarreal has defied all the odds in this season`s Champions League campaign. After breezing past Juventus and finding themselves matched against Bayern Munich, the Spanish side were considered a write-off against the Bavarian giants. However, they have pulled through into the semifinals with an unexpected performance and a 2-1 aggregate score. The Submarines have been slightly underwhelming in the domestic season now finding themselves in 7th place and 9 points away from Top 4 nearing the end of the season, but a turn in form has given them 3 consecutive League fixtures without a loss. We have learned not to disregard Villarreal`s ability too early and credits should be given where due – the Villarreal side are capable of sticking to Unai Emery`s plan and definitely can perform against the “big” sides. However, Liverpool has been unplayable this season, which will be very difficult for Villarreal to match.

Verdict

Villarreal will certainly not be a walkover for Liverpool. Bayern has failed to break down the Spaniard`s defense and they will most likely have the same tightly packed and organized backline going against Liverpool. However, Liverpool thrives at Anfield and considering Klopp`s attacking capabilities it is difficult to see the Submarines keeping Liverpool at bay for the 90 minutes.

BetOlimp Best Bets

Liverpool to win – 1.30

Total goal (2.5) under – 2.34

Mo Salah to score anytime – 1.75

 

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