Rafael Guillén
The Concacaf Champions League Quarterfinals are heating up with Motagua vs Tigres. The Blue Cyclone is coming in hot after knocking out Mexico’s reigning champions, while Tigres is looking to return to the Club World Cup, where it made history as the only team from the region to reach the final. It’s bound to be an exciting match-up.
Without further introduction, at JefeBet, we are ready to provide you with the best sports betting information and the Concacaf Champions League predictions. So, keep on reading to get our betting preview for the Motagua vs Tigres upcoming game.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Motagua vs Tigres CONCACAF Champions League Quarter-Finals First Leg Game on April 5, 2023
- Where: José de la Paz Herrera National Stadium – Tegucigalpa, Honduras
- When: Wednesday, April 5, 2023, 6:00 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: Motagua (+285) / Tie (+260) / Tigres (-118)
- Asian Handicap: Motagua (AH +0.25 +124) / Tigres (AH -0.25 -159)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-105) / Under (-120)
- Both teams score: Yes (-122) / No (-114)
Betting on Futbol Club Motagua
It’s no easy feat to beat Pachuca, but Motagua managed to do it in a dramatic fashion. The team was losing, but Eddie Hernandez scored the historic elimination goal and secured its spot in the quarterfinals.
However, we have to talk about the team’s current situation. So far, Motagua’s suffered two consecutive defeats, with the latest being particularly painful and unsightly. The team lost 1-0 against Olancho, and then suffered a 1-3 defeat against Olimpia in the Honduran derby at home.
This fall could have a big impact on its morale, as it was decisively dominated by the team’s arch-rivals. Actually, Motagua didn’t generate much offense, and its defense was a disaster. This can’t happen against an offensive powerhouse like Tigres, which is looking for revenge, as we’ll see later on.
Possible Lineup (4-4-2): Marlon Licona; Christopher Melendez, Marcelo Pereira, Marcelo Santos, Wesly Decas; Gaspar Triveiro, Juan Delgado, Jonathan Nunez, Ivan Lopez; Lucas Campana, Eddie Hernandez.
Betting on Club Tigres UANL
America and Rayados recently defeated the Tigres in their own territory, which has left the team and fans feeling frustrated. However, the Tigres know they have a strong team capable of competing for everything this season. Despite this, there has been strong criticism from fans and experts alike.
Tigres’ latest loss by 3-2 to another tough opponent in the Liga MX, Toluca, was particularly painful, especially with Nahuel Guzmán stealing the show. Tigres is determined to turn things around quickly, as it cannot afford to miss out on the Concacaf Champions League.
The team has been struggling since the departure of Cocca to the national team and with several players not performing at their best. The pressure is mounting for Tigres, as it is expected to win and advance.
Possible Lineup (4-4-2): Nahuel Guzmán; Javier Aquino, Igor Lichnovsky, Samir Caetano, Jesús Angulo; Raymundo Fulgencio, Guido Pizarro, Rafa Carioca, Diego Lainez, Nicolás Ibañez, André Pierre Gignac.
JefeBet Prediction
It’s going to be a great game in Tegucigalpa, since both teams need to come back to winning ways due to their bad performances they’re having recently. We believe these teams will end up tying in this upcoming Motagua vs Tigres, although they will leave everything for the second leg at the Volcán.
Motagua doesn’t mind playing like this, since it has just closed in Pachuca, and threw out the Mexican champion. Tigres, on the other hand, knows that it is strong at the Volcán, and will do everything possible to bring the match alive in San Nicolás. Therefore, tension in Honduras will be experienced on Wednesday.
Prediction: Motagua 1-1 Tigres.
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