Motherwell welcome Sligo Rovers to Fir Park on Thursday evening in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League, with the Scottish Premier League side clear favourites to progress.
Graham Alexander's men ended last season in fifth place in the Scottish topflight, while their Irish opponents are currently fifth in their domestic championship.
Motherwell vs Sligo Rovers latest odds
The visitors have already had to contest one game to reach this stage with the side from county Connacht overcoming Welsh team Bala Town on penalties in the previous round.
Sligo remain rank outsiders for Thursday's encounter priced at 19/4 (4.75) to win with bet365.
The hosts meanwhile have much more European experience than their opponents although they have never made it through to the group stages of a continental competition.
This is the Steelmen's first appearance in the Conference League are available at 9/20 (1.45) to record a first-leg win, while the draw can be backed at 10/3 (4.33).
Motherwell vs Sligo Rovers first goal scorer
First goal scorer bets are not available for this game.
Motherwell vs Sligo Rovers preview
Sligo are in the middle of their domestic season and that could help them in terms of fitness against a Motherwell side for whom this is the first competitive game of the summer.
Sligo's away form in the Irish Premier League however inspires little confidence with the team winning just one of their last eight matches on the road.
The Scottish side meanwhile boasted a strong scoring record at home last season netting in 13 of their last 16 games and they will be extremely confident of continuing that form on Thursday evening.
Motherwell have only played a couple of friendly matches this summer but have won them both and should be ready to overcome lower-ranked opposition.
Motherwell vs Sligo Rovers tips and predictions
The hosts are offered at 6/5 (2.20) to win at both half time and full time, while the price of 6/4 (2.50) for Motherwell to score in both halves could also be tempting.
Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
Motherwell to win half time/full time 6/5 (2.20) for a 2pt stake with bet365
