Laura Rozo
Frankfurt vs Sporting CP opens next Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League 2022/23. The German team will host the Portuguese debutants at home for this group stage.
Both teams are responsible for many emotions for their fans: in this duel, history, tradition, and the desire to resonate throughout the continent will come together. At JefeBet we present our analysis, predictions, and other information on the match between these two European teams, Frankfurt vs Sporting CP, who begin their journey in this edition of the most important club tournament in the world.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Frankfurt vs Sporting CP Champions League Matchday 1 Game on September 7, 2022
- Where: Deutsche Bank Park Stadium, Frankfurt, Germany
- When: Wednesday, September 7, 2022, 13:45 (GMT-3)
- Moneyline: Frankfurt (+128) / Tie (+260) / Sporting CP (-220)
- Asian Handicap: Frankfurt (AH -0.25, -108) / Sporting CP (AH +0.25, -110)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-134), Under (+108).
- Both teams score: Yes (-175) / No (+128).
Frankfurt Preview
Frankfurt is a team with a famous fan base on the continent: its success in the Bundesliga has made its name known around the world. However, the team has not had the same luck in the UEFA Champions League. Oliver Glasner’s team has the great responsibility of leading the team to beat a historical record, as it did when they were crowned champions of the most recent edition of the UEFA Europa League.
The ‘Eagles’ are going through an irregular process in the local tournament. They are currently in fifth place in the tournament with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss. But it must be clear that the season has just begun. The German team has players such as Mario Götze, Evan Ndicka, and Rafael Santos, who will give their best to start their participation in the tournament on a high note.
Possible starting eleven (4-2-3-1): K . Trapp, K. Jakic, L. Melo, E. Ndicka, C. Lenz, S. Rode, D. Sow, J. Lindstrøm, M. Götze, D. Kamada, R. Santos.
Sporting CP Preview
Sporting CP is one of the most popular clubs in Portugal. The ‘Lions’ have participated in different editions of the Champions League, so they will not feel like rookies in this group stage. The team coached by Rúben Amorim will be looking to improve on their last participation in the tournament, which left them in the round of 16.
Locally, Sporting is in eighth place in the Primeira Liga, with 2 wins, 2 losses and 1 draw, the team is not convincing its fans. It is hoped that this new edition of the Champions League will be an opportunity to encourage their supporters. The Portuguese team has the talent of players such as Pedro Porro, Francisco Trinçao, and Marcus Edwards, who will be looking for a victory in their debut.
Probable starting eleven (3-4-1-2): A. Adán, J. St. Louis, J. St. Louis, J. St. Louis, J. St. Louis, J. St. Juste, S. Coates, M. Reis, P. Porro, H. Morita, M. Ugarte, N. Santos, F. Trincao, P. Gonçalves, M. Edwards.
JefeBet Prediction
Let’s take into account the results, history, and previous matches: Sporting CP has experience in participating in the Champions League, however, it is not going through a stable moment in its local tournament, in addition, it is playing as a visitor in this match.
Frankfurt, on the other hand, has a solid squad with experienced World Cup players who will know how to position themselves, especially in midfield, generating concrete ideas that will allow the team to move forward. The locale and the team’s momentum after winning the UEFA Europa League could be decisive for this Frankfurt vs Sporting CP clash.
Pick: Frankfurt wins.
