FC Copenhagen v Steaua Bucuresti predictions

Match	Date	Selection	Bet	Odds	Bet now
FC Copenhagen v Steaua Bucuresti predictions Europa League Uefa, International	06/12/2012 19:00	full time result	FCK	2.00	Bet at Betsson
Betting prediction was written by Ronny

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The reverse FC Copenhagen v Steaua Bucuresti fixture ended with a slim Steaua win (1-0). It was a match where the Romanians created most, and FCK basically tried to stay compact. Steaua Bucuresti is top of Group E with 10 points. FC Copenhagen has 7. Steaua Bucuresti needs a draw to be ensured going through. If they lose they might need help from Molde who plays Stuttgart. FCK will need help from Molde (a win) and they need to beat Steaua, preferably with more than one goal.

Analysis

As neither side can be absolutely sure of progressing this could be an interesting game. None of the sides have any suspensions, but for FC Copenhagen the influential Bolanos will be out due to injury. I think both sides have an excellent defense, but I rate Steaua Bucuresti slightly higher overall. They have a proud tradition, and this season coach Reghecampf  has gotten his team back to playing Steaua style. Up until recently Steaua looked quite invincible. Then, of course they hit some bad form. However, the club struck back after back to back defeats this weekend with a 6-0 win. Otherwise they’ve been in fine form this season, actually in their last ten Steaua Bucuresti is 7-1-2. FC Copenhagen hasn’t been much worse either. In their last ten games they’re 7-0-3. This should be a close game, between two sides of Champions League quality.

 

FC Copenhagen v Steaua Bucuresti predictions for 1x2

Steaua, are top of the group, and masters of the speedy breaks. They can await the Nordic number one club, and launch counter attacks when they see the chance arise. I can’t think of any other scenario for them. The key for FC Copenhagen is venturing forward without giving to many counter attack opportunities away to Steaua Bucuresti. As FCK also needs a win, preferably with more goals the complexity of doing that is obvious. Do they have the quality to do it? Yes, but they will need a wee bit of luck and a ton of support in Parken. That support they will get! I think FC Copenhagen will fight like lions and secure a win.

Betsson offers 2.00 for the home win, and that must be tested. Keep in mind that you get the massive €100 risk free bet as well. If you take FC Copenhagen and the bet is lost; you have your money back on your account in no time. EV+ in every way.

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FCK v Steaua Bucuresti predictions for Asian Handicap

Given the defensive qualities of both sides, and the possibility of Steaua to get back with an equalizer need be if 1-0 down makes me less interested in a wide handicap. The draw no bet feels safer. Comeon offers 1.51 actually, and that looks like value to me as it fits in with my thinking and it is quite a bit higher compared to some of the more experienced sports books on the market. As Comeon also offers a 100% match bonus up to €100 to new clients it is massive value in my eyes. If you can take advantage of this bonus and these odds, just do it now.

Comeon 1.51 for FCK, draw no bet and 100% Bonus

 

FC Copenhagen v Steaua Bucuresti predictions for Total Goals

Looking at their combined Europa League ties so far it looks pretty 50-50. Let’s add the setting of this match to the mix: If FC Copenhagen goes forward in a quest for goals, they may manage. Also Steaua Bucuresti might get plenty of chances to go on breaks. However, the more likely outcome is that both teams focus on defense and try to get whatever chance that falls for quite some time, then FC Copenhagen at some point will need to step on the gas if they haven’t secured a goal or two yet. I can’t see that the picture changes dramatically. If anything I’d call the Under 2.5 a slight favorite.

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