Reims is gripping tightly to their Ligue 1 status, hoping that the home advantage at the Stade Auguste-Delaune can propel them to victory in a nail-biting second leg against Metz.
With their seven-year presence in the French top flight hanging by a thread after a disheartening third-bottom finish, they now face a daunting playoff challenge against the team that finished third in the second tier.
The first leg ended in an intense 1-1 draw in Metz, leaving the two teams ready to clash once again for ultimate glory.
Reims vs. Metz: Essential Betting Insights
Reims concluded their regular season on a sour note, suffering three consecutive Ligue 1 defeats, including a staggering 3-0 loss to PSG in the French Cup Final. Nonetheless, they remain **the favorites at 23/20 on BoyleSports** for a victory at home this evening.
On the other hand, Metz enters the match with more momentum, having lost just one of their last 12 encounters. However, they are deemed the **underdogs at 11/5**. Predicting the match’s outcome is tricky, but betting on goals seems like the most promising option, as both teams have shown a propensity for scoring. In fact, BTTS (Both Teams to Score) has successfully landed in **11 of Metz’s last 12 matches**.
It’s worth noting that while BTTS has only occurred in two of Reims’ last nine matches, BoyleSports still offers this bet at an attractive **3/4**. If you want to amplify your chances, combining it with **over 2.5 goals** boosts the odds to **7/5**.
Given the high stakes, the match promises to be competitive, making the half-time draw at even odds particularly appealing, as both teams are likely to adopt a cautious approach initially.
Telstar vs. Willem II: A Dutch Thriller Awaits
In the Dutch playoff final, the tension is palpable as Willem II fans are still recovering from their dramatic penalty shootout victory against Dordrecht, which followed a thrilling 4-4 aggregate tie.
Telstar, who also bested Den Bosch in their semifinal after extra time, will host this first leg, boasting a solid record with just one loss in their last 12 matches.
BoyleSports places Telstar at **23/20**, making them a tempting bet, especially considering their remarkable home form, winning their last four matches and remaining unbeaten at 711 Stadium since February.
Conversely, Willem II has endured a dispiriting run of form, going **17 matches without a win**, culminating in a 2-1 loss away to Dordrecht in the semifinals. Fascinatingly, all eight goals from Willem II’s semifinal ties were scored in the first half, suggesting that betting on **most goals occurring before the break at 11/5** could yield positive returns tonight on BoyleSports.
Belgian Playoff Action: Antwerp vs. Sporting Charleroi
Tonight, eyes turn to Belgium, where a coveted European spot is on the line between Antwerp and Sporting Charleroi, as neither promotion nor relegation is at stake.
The Jupiler League splits for the final ten matches, pitting the top team of the bottom half against the fifth-placed side in the top half for a chance at a **Conference League slot**.
Though Charleroi has shown strong form, losing just once in their last ten matches since the split, Antwerp holds the home advantage and is the **favorite at 23/20**, contrasted with Charleroi’s **7/4** odds.
Interestingly, Charleroi secured a commanding **3-1 victory** on their last visit to Bosuilstadion, making them worth considering at that price. Betting on Charleroi to win either half is also enticing at **20/21**.
Keep an eye on Nikola Stulic, who scored twice in that previous matchup and is a formidable candidate for anytime scorer at **11/5 with Bet365**.
Thursday’s Super Singles: Best Bets to Consider
- Half-time draw in Reims vs. Metz: Evens, BoyleSports
- Telstar to win: 23/20, BoyleSports
- Charleroi’s Nikola Stulic anytime scorer: 11/5, Bet365
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