Sunday 15/06/2014, 19:00, Spain Segunda Division playoffs, Murcia vs Cordoba
Murcia vs Cordoba Betting Preview
Murcia had a formidable regular season and managed to cross the line separating average teams from those good enough to compete in the playoffs. They failed to score in the opening match against Córdoba, but they return home confident in their chances of reaching the final. Most of the points collected throughout the season were earned in front of the fans, and it is at Estadio Nueva Condomina where they will make the last stand.
Murcia vs Cordoba Betting Odds
Murcia 2.10, Draw 3.30, Cordoba 4.30
Murcia vs Cordoba Betting Tips
Murcia played aggressive football in the previous round and sent more shots on target than the hosts, while having the same ball possession. What they lacked was a second striker, because despite his obvious talent, Kike was stranded upfront and couldn't do much against Cordoba.
Manager Velazquez will shift to a more aggressive starting formation featuring two strikers, with 28-year-old Berjon being the obvious choice. He scored just six goals but featured in every single match during the regular season, so it goes without saying that he will be a worthy addition in the starting formation.
Cordoba is trying to expand its invincible streak to six games in a row, because if they do it and also score at least once on the road, they will play the final. Ever since they lost to Zaragoza, Cordoba played more cautiously and the result is that they drew three consecutive games.
Scoring goals has been particularly difficult of late, with the games played against Mallorca and Murcia ending in scoreless draws. Jimenez and Davila are their most prolific strikers but both of them were kept on the bench in the last round, so it comes as no surprise that Córdoba failed to score. There is no reason for the visitors to take more chances tonight, because a precise defense and a single goal is what they need to inch closer to Primera Division.
Key Facts
- In ten head to head games, Murcia won five times and lost just once, while scoring nine goals.
- Córdoba kept a clean sheet in four of the last five games and only conceded a goal on the road against Huelva
Murcia vs Cordoba Betting Prediction
A draw is not going to help the hosts in any way, therefore they are forced to push for an outright win over Córdoba. Murcia will come out firing on all cylinders and if necessary the third striker will step on the pitch, in an attempt of throwing the visitors off-balance. The odds are just above even value, but it is still decent value for punters who trust the hosts to prevail tonight.
Bet: Murcia @ 2.10 with Winner Sports
