A Mettlesome Night Amongst European Giants: Accumulator Tips for April 15

A Mettlesome Night Amongst European Giants: Accumulator Tips for April 15

Villa Park will erupt in flames on Wednesday as French giants hope to extend their first-leg advantage against Unai Emery's men. At the same time, Barcelona, who are a leg into the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, will hold their four-goal lead against German-based Borussia Dortmund on the road. Meanwhile, the Gunners will quickly attend to Leicester City at home before their showdown against the most successful side in the history of the UEFA Champions League later this week. 

Borussia Dortmund vs Barcelona FC

The Prussians have a mountain to climb when they host Barcelona at the Signal Iduna Park on Wednesday. Borussia Dortmund must overcome a four-goal deficit to advance to the next round of the UEFA Champions League later this week. The first leg was all about Barcelona FC, who tormented and dominated their opponent for the entire ninety minutes. Raphinha opened the scoreboard with a goal in the twenty-seventh minute before the break, while Barcelona found the back of the net three times in the second half. With a four-goal lead, Barcelona are a foot into the semifinals, and I’m not sure they’ll sit back against Borussia Dortmund, who’ll be chasing the game. 

During the weekend, Barcelona went four points ahead at the top of the Spanish La Liga standings, defeating Leganes with just a goal. While Borussia Dortmund stood their ground against Bayern Munich, settling for a (2-2) share of the spoils. 

Statistics:

Barcelona are unbeaten in their last twenty-four games in all competitions.

Borussia Dortmund are without a clean sheet in eight consecutive matches. 

Barcelona are unbeaten against Borussia Dortmund in their last four meetings. 

PREDICTION

Barcelona are almost certain of playing in the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League, with a four-goal advantage, and they’ll come out to express themselves in front of goal. The hosts have a lot to play for here, but considering their unstable defense, I think goals will surface here. With the front line of Lewandoski, Yamal, and Raphinha, I expect Barcelona to at least secure a point here and concede a goal at least.

Bet Type: 2W/D & BTTS

Aston Villa vs PSG

The Villains were overwhelmed by the experienced PSG in the first leg, as they were beaten (3-1) on the road. Aston Villa, who scored against the run of play, drew the first blood in the 35th minute but conceded three times later. Morgan Rogers opened the scoreline, while 19-year-old Desire Doue leveled just before the break. The second half was all about PSG, who kept on pressing as Kvaratskhelia found the back of the net four minutes into the half. Nuno Mendes gave his side a lifeline when he extended the lead to three. For Aston Villa, they have a stern test ahead of their clash against PSG on their ground, as they must score three unanswered goals to advance to the UEFA Champions League semi-finals. During the week, Aston Villa won their game in the English Premier League, scoring three goals against a relegated Southampton side. At the same time, PSG’s game against Nantes was postponed. 

Statistics:

PSG had won seven consecutive matches in all competitions before this game. 

More than two goals have surfaced in Aston Villa’s last seven games. 

Since August 2024, Aston Villa are unbeaten in both the Premier League and UEFA Champions League on their ground. 

PREDICTION

PSG were electric against Aston Villa in the opening leg, but I think this game is far from over. Unai Emery is very experienced in European competitions, and I expect them to fight till the end in this encounter. Even though PSG are much experienced and stronger on paper, I believe Aston Villa will at least secure a point on their ground. 

Bet Type: 1W/D & Over 1.5 Goals

Arsenal vs Leicester City

The Gunners will fight with their last breath to unsit Chelsea at the top of the log, even though it looks almost impossible. Arsenal Ladies have won six consecutive league matches, heading here with a (0-4) victory over Crystal Palace on the road. Arsenal Women are firing on all cylinders and have a showdown against Lyon in the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League later this week. On the opposing end, Leicester City seem to be back on their feet after back-to-back defeats. They have now won once and drawn a game in the Women's English Premier League. More recently, they picked up a point against Tottenham Hotspur on their home ground. 

Statistics: 

Arsenal Women have won seven successive games against Leicester City.

Arsenal have won six consecutive premier league games.

Leicester City are without a clean sheet in their last four matches. 

Prediction:

Arsenal might not prioritize this game like they’ll naturally would as they have a bigger fish to fry in the semifinals of the Women's UEFA Champions League. The Gunners will literally play to win here regardless, and I expect this game to produce more than a goal before the break, as the hosts will dominate from start to the end. 

Bet Type: HT Over 1.5 goals