Carlos Benitez has been on a card-slinging spree this season!
Unlocking the Copa Sudamericana: A Tactical Preview for Tuesday Night
Our football props column dives deep into the exhilarating realm of the **Copa Sudamericana**, South America’s answer to the Europa League. Get ready for a thrilling 4/1 Bet Builder lined up for Tuesday night!
- Lanus: The Kings of Cards
- Carlos Benitez: Averaging Over 7 Cards Per Game
- Joao Victor at 15/8: A Prop Bet with Legs
Lanus vs. Vasco da Gama Tuesday, 13 May (01:30 Wednesday, BST)
As we gear up for the penultimate round of group matches, South American club competitions are heating up!
With ample data now available, compelling patterns are beginning to emerge.
Leg 1: Anticipate 6 or More Cards
For anyone keen on card betting, this matchup in the Copa Sudamericana offers a tantalizing opportunity. Historically, South American football is notorious for its fiery atmosphere, and this game is no exception.
Lanus has been a card magnet, racking up a whopping 15 cards in just four matches, making them the most penalized team in the tournament. Vasco da Gama, while slightly better at nine cards in four, still falls short of local standards.
Our referee for the evening, Paraguay’s Carlos Benitez, has shown a propensity for brandishing cards. With an astonishing tally of 43 cards across six games in the CONMEBOL club competitions, his average is over **seven cards per match**!
There are also key factors favoring a high card count in this clash:
- Stakes Are High: This match sees **first place and second place in Group G** colliding. A victory for Lanus means progression to the knockout stage, while Vasco also has ambitions of keeping their fate in their own hands.
- Rivalry Factor: Encounters between Argentina and Brazil have historically led to explosive action; expect no less here!
Considering everything, 5/6 odds for 6 or more cards seem like an enticing bet.
Leg 2: Joao Victor to Land 1+ Shot
Let’s amplify our chances with an additional bet that stands out as an excellent value.
Vasco’s defender, Joao Victor, has been an unstoppable force during set plays, registering at least one shot in each of his last five matches and in eight of his last eleven overall. Surprisingly, he’s being offered at a lucrative 15/8 for a shot in this game.
Despite Vasco being the underdogs on the road, they’ve shown enough promise in recent corners and shot statistics to suggest that Victor can come through for us here.
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