Bodo/Glimt vs Sporting CP: Numbers Paint a Corner Bonanza

Can Bodo/Glimt continue their remarkable corner streak? They’ve covered over 8.5 corners in 6 of their last 10 matches. Meanwhile, Sporting CP have managed to do the same in an astounding 9 out of 10. In total, 15 out of the last 20 matches between these sides have seen them exceed this line. At bookmaker odds of 1.51, with an implied chance of 66%, PredictStats model gives this line an 88% chance. That's a significant gap the market hasn't accounted for.

Both teams seem to be prolific in the goals department as well. Bodo/Glimt have scored 25 goals this season, with an average of 2.08 per match. Sporting CP, boasting 17 goals, average 2.13 per match. The over 2.5 goals line has been covered 17 times in the last 20 games between these teams, pegging the probability at 85% versus the market's 63%. Bookmaker odds are 1.60, making this a potential goldmine for astute punters.

Current Form and Standings

Bodo/Glimt might be languishing at 28th in their league with just 6 points from 7 matches, but their form against some of Europe's elite has been nothing short of sensational. With victories against Molde, Inter, Atletico Madrid, and Manchester City in recent encounters, they've shown they can punch above their weight. Sporting CP, occupying 10th spot with 13 points, have also been in solid form, suffering only 2 losses in their last 7 outings.

Unavailable Players and Their Impact

Bodo/Glimt will be without M. Bro Hansen and G. Sunday, but their recent performances suggest depth in their squad. Sporting CP's headache could be more severe with key players like P. Goncalves and M. Araujo suspended due to yellow cards, alongside injuries to G. Quenda and others.

A Defensive Concern?

Interestingly, both teams have managed just a single clean sheet each this season. While this might suggest vulnerabilities at the back, it also highlights opportunities for attacking exploits. Averaging over 2 goals per match, both sides have shown they can outscore their defensive lapses.

This matchup is set to be a statistical showcase. With both teams averaging over 2 goals per game, the likelihood of seeing a high-scoring encounter is substantial. Check out the full match statistics to delve deeper into the data that underpins this prediction.