Shelbourne vs Qarabaq 21:45
Como vs Ah Ahli 21:30
24/07/2025
| Time ⏰ | Event | Prediction | Odds |
| 20:00 | SK Brann vs RB Salzburg | BTTS-Yes | 1.61 |
| 21:45 | Shelbourne vs Qarabag | BTTS-Yes | 1.83 |
| 21:30 | Como vs Ah Ahli Jeddah | BTTS-Yes | 1.46 |
The UEFA Champions League's Qualification first leg Round 2 continues to hit all close observers with a level of uncertainty that has cast doubts on seeming Goliaths, who may have not impressed in the early rounds. It is the first meeting for most of these games - to indicate how thorough we researched to get things done.
We bring the best selected three events from today's matchup - and as usual, you know that whenever we write, the greens are close. Enjoy these free odds:
SK Brann vs RB Salzburg.
Chaos-filled Norwegian side, SK Brann are paired with Austrian-based Racing Bulls Salzburg, who have found themselves quite busy since the exit from the Club World Cup at the Brann Stadion, Bergen Norway, a familiar pitch for SK Brann, who will have home advantage today.
Brann has sketched pretty pictures in front of their fans this period, playing the last six home games to accrue four wins, one loss and one stalemate. The Eliteserien has seen their ship survive through the leagues, except against the reputable giants whom they have suffered losses against. Brann consistently suffers disciplinary issues, and Freyr Alexandersson must find a way to curtail these excesses as they play against a team properly versed in European football.
RB Salzburg will travel down to show their hosts how embittered they still are from their relatively early Club World Cup exit. The team has tested new pitch tactics against Derby County (2-1) and FK Qarabaq (2-1) in friendlies, in preparation of a smooth sailing against their Norwegian hosts. Safe to say that scoring under foreign clouds is not much of a deal for the side, who despite two wins and one loss in the last three away games have registered goals on all occasions.
My personal conviction would be for the two sides to score against each other, irrespective of whoever clinches victory. Salzburg will not be intimidated by the strange faces booing at them, and Brann will be hoping to impress, especially after their recent league loss. A BTTS it is.
- Bet: BTTS - Yes
Shelbourne vs Qarabag
The league of Ireland presents Shelbourne FC, who will be up against Azerbaijani side Qarabaq, who are gradually becoming a familiar face in the European football space and are heavy favorites in this game.
Having consistently scored in their last five individual endeavours, Irish locals Shelbourne narrowly hopped over fellow league side Linfield over two games (1-0; 1-1). In truth Shelbourne struggles with goals, even if they look afloat at the moment. A lot of pessimistic projection awaits them ahead of this fixture, and since they obviously lack experience in the European scene, unless they prove themselves beyond reason, they are considered handicapped going into this game.
Qarabag’s scoring on the road looks justified, with a goal in each game played away from their home in the Misli Premier League and the friendly against RB Salzburg.
This game will not be the type to produce a goal abundance. Even if Qarabag wins, it will be very slim. Both sides should comfortably register one goal each, at least.
- Bet: BTTS - Yes
Como vs Ah Ahli Jeddah
The Club Friendlies have entertained everyone recently, even more than previously envisaged. Como was better than Lille to push a 3-2 scoreline in the five-goal thriller that looked towards six goals. Their guests today are giants in their domestic space and will push for a hard victory against Como. We are expecting a barrage of goals today, and in both halves of the game. The projection is to register at least two goals in the first half, a probable win for Ah Ahli and a lot of corner kicks.
It’s the Friendlies, so anything is possible. Still, I’m still sticking with goals on both ends.
- Bet: BTTS -Yes
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