Thursday 19/06/2014, 20:00, Spain Segunda Division playoffs, Cordoba vs Las Palmas
Cordoba vs Las Palmas Betting Preview
Cordoba barely made the playoffs but they seem determined to make the most of his a rare opportunity to advance to Primera Division. Scoring goals remains their main concern, but they have one of the best back lines in this division, which explains why opponents failed to score more than a goal in the last three games. Back-to-back scoreless draws were followed by a narrow margin victory on the road and they are now just two games away from promotion with Las Palmas blocking their way.
Cordoba vs Las Palmas Betting Odds
Cordoba 2.40, Draw 3.10, Murcia 3.30
Cordoba vs Las Palmas Betting Tips
Cordoba was once again lucky after securing a playoff spot, as they will be playing the first leg in front of their fans. Against Las Palmas, having home pitch advantage is extremely important as this team is hard to defeat when it plays at home in the Canaries.
The hosts must resist the temptation of using once again a single striker, because Jimenez can't do much on his own. In the second round of the semifinals they got both goals courtesy to midfielders, something that is fortunate but can't be relied on.
Las Palmas clawed its way to this decisive round by winning back-to-back games with the same 1-0 score and will be aiming for the same result tonight. They would gladly settle for a draw if they get the chance, especially one that would involve them scoring at least once. After allowing eight goals in three games, coach Josico made drastic changes and they paid off as the defenses are much stronger right now.
Interesting enough, it will be Las Palmas who will field the more offensive formation, at least on paper, as they will be using two strikers from the first minute. Christianus and Aranda have scored a combined 15 goals this season and each of them added their names on the goal scorers' list in the playoffs.
Key Facts
- Asdrubal is the striker to watch for tonight, as he scored twice this month and his goals were the ones that propelled Las Palmas to the playoffs' final
- In 20 head to head games, the teams split points and the ones who had home pitch advantage were victorious most of the times
Cordoba vs Las Palmas Betting Prediction
If Córdoba fail to win the opening match their chances to advance to Primera Division will drop sharply and a great opportunity will be missed. The hosts will be more aggressive than ever and if the exercise constant pressure on Las Palmas' back line, the defenders is will eventually commit an error. Odds of 2.40 for the hosts to prevail in regulation time are simply amazing and punters should cash on them.
Bet: Cordoba @ 2.40 with Pinnacle Sports
