Champions League Semi-Finals preview by Graham

Bayern Munich (0) v Real Madrid (1)

Bayern take on Real at the Allianz Arena looking to turn around a 1 goal deficit from the 1st Leg. The markets suggest the Bavarian Giants are strongly favoured now playing in their own back yard but this game looks set to be played in exactly the same fashion as the 1st Leg. Real sat deep and surrendered possession for the majority allowing the Germans to come on to them before using their undoubted quality and pace to hit Munich on the break, it worked a treat, with their only gripe being they didn’t take full advantage of several dangerous breaks and having to settle for a narrow win. In summary, expect more of the same and Real have the tools to execute the game plan again.

ADVICE
3pt SELL Bayern/Real @0.6
1pt BUY Ronaldo Goal Minutes @27

Chelsea (0) v Atletico Madrid (0)

The Blues managed to grind out a goalless draw in the 1st Leg in Spain and will be hoping they can finish the job at the Bridge. They will be boosted by the news that Cech, Terry and Hazard have all returned to training ahead of the game but don’t expect Mourinho to be anything other than cautious in his approach even though they are playing at home, especially as an away goal for the dangerous Spaniards could be vital. I expect a nervy, tight encounter and suggest a buy of Time 1st Goal could be the best play here.

ADVICE
1pt BUY Time 1st Match Goal @42

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