Tuesday's Bet of the Day extra: Goals to flow between Juventus and Roma
In form tipster Phil Kitromilides now has five winners in a row and he is backing goals between the Old Lady and Giallorossi, plus a 15/2 first goalscorer tip
24 Jan 2012 11:24:00
By Phil Kitromilides
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On paper this would seem a difficult match for punters to invest in as it pits a Juventus team, unbeaten all season at home, against an in form Roma side who have won their last five matches, scoring 15 goals in the process.
A case could in theory be made for backing either side to win, with Juve priced at an appealing price of 10/11 (1.91) and Roma available at a tempting 3/1 (4.00) while the draw is available at 12/5 (3.4).
It is perhaps too diffcult to call, so instead we delve into the goals market which could be a more profitable, not to mention more comfortable investment.
Roma have only failed to score twice in their last 17 matches, while Juve have scored in every game they have played at home this season.
In a one off cup tie, both teams will look to progress and play attacking football, especially as there can be no holding back for a second leg.
Roma have been on a decent scoring streak recently,
netting 15 goals in their last five games, while Juve have only failed to score once in their last 14 matches, and that was at Udinese who have a formidable defensive record at home. The bet of the day then has to be for both teams to score priced at an inviting 4/5 (1.80).
While that market is definitely worth an investment, punters looking for some longer odds for this game could consider Francesco Totti to open the scoring.
With four goals in the three games since the turn of the year the veteran has recaptured his scoring touch and at 15/2 (8.50) to break the deadlock on Tuesday night he represents a decent value bet.
Bet of the day: Both Teams to score 4/5 (1.80) with Bet365
Value Bet: Francesco Totti to score first at 15/2 (8.50) with Bet365
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Phil Kitromilides is a professional sports broadcaster working on radio and TV in London and Madrid, you can also follow Phil on Twitter
A case could in theory be made for backing either side to win, with Juve priced at an appealing price of 10/11 (1.91) and Roma available at a tempting 3/1 (4.00) while the draw is available at 12/5 (3.4).
It is perhaps too diffcult to call, so instead we delve into the goals market which could be a more profitable, not to mention more comfortable investment. Roma have only failed to score twice in their last 17 matches, while Juve have scored in every game they have played at home this season.
In a one off cup tie, both teams will look to progress and play attacking football, especially as there can be no holding back for a second leg.
Roma have been on a decent scoring streak recently,
netting 15 goals in their last five games, while Juve have only failed to score once in their last 14 matches, and that was at Udinese who have a formidable defensive record at home. The bet of the day then has to be for both teams to score priced at an inviting 4/5 (1.80). While that market is definitely worth an investment, punters looking for some longer odds for this game could consider Francesco Totti to open the scoring.
With four goals in the three games since the turn of the year the veteran has recaptured his scoring touch and at 15/2 (8.50) to break the deadlock on Tuesday night he represents a decent value bet.
Bet of the day: Both Teams to score 4/5 (1.80) with Bet365
Value Bet: Francesco Totti to score first at 15/2 (8.50) with Bet365
Sign up with bet365 for a free bet of up to £200!
Phil Kitromilides is a professional sports broadcaster working on radio and TV in London and Madrid, you can also follow Phil on Twitter
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