Predictions for the Europa League game FC Porto vs. Olympiakos Piraeus
FC Porto - Olympiakos Piraeus betting tip & best odds | 23.01.2025
The Europa League clash between FC Porto and Olympiakos Piraeus is set to take place on Thursday, 23.01.2025, at 18:45 in the Estádio do Dragão. Both teams find themselves in the middle of the table, with Olympiakos slightly ahead on 9 points compared to Porto's 8. This match promises to be an exciting encounter as both sides look to improve their standings in the competition.
Our Top Betting Tips for FC Porto vs Olympiakos Piraeus
For this intriguing Europa League fixture, we have two carefully considered betting tips:
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Home win for FC Porto (1X2 market): Despite their recent struggles, we believe FC Porto will edge out Olympiakos at home. The Portuguese side has a strong record at the Estádio do Dragão and will be eager to bounce back from their recent defeat. The odds for this bet are 1.66 at 1Win.
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Both teams to score - Yes: Given the offensive capabilities of both teams and their recent goal-scoring form, we expect both sides to find the back of the net. This betting tip comes with odds of 1.85 at Mozzart.
These football bets today are based on our analysis of recent performances, head-to-head records, and current form. As always with sports betting tips, consider them alongside your own research for the best results.
Best Odds for FC Porto vs Olympiakos Piraeus
For those looking to place bets on this match, here are the best odds available:
- Home win (FC Porto): 1.66 at 1Win
- Draw: 4.30 at 1Win
- Away win (Olympiakos Piraeus): 6.00 at Helabet
For the "Both teams to score" market:
- Yes: 1.85 at Mozzart
- No: 1.96 at Unibet
These odds align well with our betting predictions, particularly for the home win and both teams to score. Based on our experience, these bookmakers offer competitive odds and reliable services for today's football prediction.
FC Porto: Seeking Redemption at Home
FC Porto enters this match with a mixed bag of recent results. Currently sitting 18th in the Europa League table with 8 points, they've managed 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 defeats, scoring 12 goals while conceding 10. Their last five matches across all competitions show 3 wins and 2 defeats, indicating some inconsistency in their form.
The most recent result, a 0-2 away loss to CD Nacional, will surely sting, and coach Vítor Bruno Clara Santos Mota Fernandes will be keen to see his team bounce back. Porto's home form in European competitions has traditionally been strong, and they'll look to leverage this advantage against Olympiakos.
Olympiakos Piraeus: Greek Giants on the Rise
Olympiakos Piraeus comes into this fixture in slightly better form than their opponents. They sit 15th in the Europa League standings with 9 points, having secured 2 wins, 3 draws, and only 1 defeat. Their goal difference of 5 scored and 3 conceded suggests a solid defensive setup.
Under the guidance of coach José Luis Mendilíbar Etxebarria, Olympiakos has shown resilience in their recent matches. Their last five games across all competitions have resulted in 3 wins and 2 draws, including a respectable 1-1 away draw against rivals Panathinaikos in their most recent outing.
This unbeaten run will give them confidence as they travel to Portugal, though they'll be wary of Porto's home strength.
Head-to-Head: A Closely Contested Rivalry
The head-to-head record between these two sides over their last five meetings is closely balanced. FC Porto has emerged victorious twice, Olympiakos has won twice, and there has been one draw. This even split suggests that matches between these teams are often tightly contested affairs.
Interestingly, the last direct meeting saw FC Porto secure a 2-0 away win against Olympiakos. However, there's no recent information available about their last encounter in the Europa League specifically.
Match Prediction: A Tight Contest with Porto's Home Advantage
Considering all factors, this match is poised to be a closely fought battle. FC Porto's recent form has been somewhat shaky, but their strong home record in European competitions cannot be overlooked. They'll be desperate to bounce back from their recent domestic defeat and will likely come out with intensity from the first whistle.
Olympiakos, on the other hand, enters the match in good form and will be buoyed by their unbeaten run. However, playing away at the Estádio do Dragão is always a challenging prospect.
While both teams have the quality to score, we believe Porto's home advantage and need for redemption will ultimately see them through. Our prediction leans towards a narrow victory for FC Porto, possibly with both teams finding the net in an entertaining encounter.
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Performance
FC Porto performance of the last 4 home matches
Olympiakos Piraeus performance of the last 6 away matches
Current Standing
POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
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1
1
|
S.S. Lazio
|
16 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 11 |
2
2
|
Athletic Bilbao
|
16 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 2 | 9 |
3
3
|
RSC Anderlecht
|
14 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 6 | 5 |
4
4
|
Olympique Lyon
|
13 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 8 |
6
5
|
Galatasaray
|
13 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 18 | 14 | 4 |
5
6
|
Eintracht Frankfurt
|
13 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
7
7
|
Manchester United
|
12 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 8 | 4 |
8
8
|
Rangers FC
|
11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
9
9
|
Tottenham Hotspur
|
11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
10
10
|
Fotbal Club FCSB
|
11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
11
11
|
Ajax Amsterdam
|
10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 8 |
12
12
|
Real Sociedad San Sebastian
|
10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
13
13
|
FK Bodø/Glimt
|
10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 9 | 1 |
14
14
|
AS Roma
|
9 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
15
15
|
Olympiakos Piraeus
|
9 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
16
16
|
Ferencvárosi TC
|
9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 11 | 10 | 1 |
17
17
|
Viktoria Pilsen
|
9 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 9 | 1 |
18
18
|
FC Porto
|
8 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 10 | 2 |
19
19
|
AZ Alkmaar
|
8 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
20
20
|
Union Saint-Gilloise
|
8 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
21
21
|
Fenerbahçe
|
8 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 9 | -2 |
22
22
|
PAOK Saloniki
|
7 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 10 | 8 | 2 |
23
23
|
FC Midtjylland
|
7 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | -2 |
24
24
|
IF Elfsborg
|
7 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 11 | -3 |
25
25
|
Sporting Braga
|
7 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 10 | -3 |
26
26
|
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
|
6 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 8 | -3 |
27
27
|
Maccabi Tel Aviv
|
6 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 13 | -6 |
28
28
|
Beşiktaş
|
6 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 13 | -7 |
29
29
|
Slavia Praha
|
4 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 7 | -2 |
30
30
|
Twente Enschede
|
4 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 7 | -3 |
31
31
|
Malmö FF
|
4 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 12 | -6 |
32
32
|
Ludogorez Rasgrad
|
3 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 8 | -5 |
33
33
|
Qarabağ FK
|
3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 14 | -10 |
34
34
|
Rīgas Futbola skola
|
2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 12 | -7 |
35
35
|
OGC Nizza
|
2 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 14 | -8 |
36
36
|
Dynamo Kyiv
|
1 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 18 | -14 |
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