Barcelona - Eintracht Frankfurt, Picks and Tips
Xavi Hernandez's side have not lost a game since losing to Athletic Bilbao in the Copa del Rey in January. Since then, it has followed an excellent performance in both LaLiga and the UEFA Europa League. After the draw in Frankfurt a week ago, the Blaugrana have picked up three points in the league. Barcelona won 3-2 against Levante, in a game in which the hosts led and the Catalans' winning goal was scored in the 90+2 minute by Luuk de Jong. After 30 Primera Division games, Barcelona are second with 60 points. They are 12 'lengths' behind leaders Real Madrid, who have a game in hand.
On the other hand, a month has passed since the last success of the Frankfurt Eagles in all competitions. Eintracht beat Bochum 2-1 in the Bundesliga. Two draws followed in the German championship against Leipzig and Furth (each time 0-0). Only for Glasner's side to lose 1-2 at home to Freiburg at the weekend. Frankfurt are mid-table in the Bundesliga, in 9th place and five points behind the European cup zone.Tuta is suspended for the Barcelona-Frankfurt clash after a red card in the first leg. Ache and Ramaj remain injured, while Lenz is doubtful. Also, Djibril Sow was injured at the weekend and we could see a change in midfield. Manager Glasner is expected to field a three-back line-up again. These will most likely be Hinteregger, Hasebe and Ndicka. Jakic and Rode will play in the midfield, while the main goalscorer will be Borre, assisted from the two flanks by Lindstrom and Kamada.
Our recommendation tip for Barcelona - Eintracht Frankfurt: BARCELONA & OVER 2.5 GOALS @ 1.90