With the return of Europe’s elite now just around the corner, we are treated to a host of intriguing affairs from across the footballing globe.
Ahead of a full schedule from the likes of Asia and South America, we have created your ultimate Monday betting double.
12:35 Qingdao Hainiu vs Henan Songshan Longmen
While Qingdao Hainiu might have endured a major struggle when heading into June’s international break, Monday’s hosts have found a crucial boost over the past few weeks. Looking to widen their buffer over the drop zone after making their Super League return this season, Antonio Carreno’s men have suffered just a single defeat from their previous five appearances across all competitions.
Last seen putting in a season-best performance as they breezed their way to a 5-0 romp at home against Shenzhen, the Shandong-based outfit will be desperate to use that display as a platform to build on.
Extending on their FA Cup adventure last month after ending their way past Dandong Tengyue, Carreno will be calling on the red-hot Felicio Forbes to spearhead his charge on Monday lunchtime.
Bagging a stunning hat-trick against Shenzhen last time out, the 31-year-old has now notched five goals in just his previous four domestic showdowns.
Smelling a real opportunity here, Qingdao Hainiu will be looking to cash in on a Henan side that are enduring a recent wobble.
Putting in another downbeat display last week as they suffered a routine 2-0 defeat away at Chengdu Rongcheng, Hu Baosen’s side have lost each of their previous three Super League appearances on the bounce.
With that run highlighted by a 3-1 drumming at the hands of Changchun Yatai when opening July, the Reds have also suffered back-to-back defeats on the road by an aggregate score of 5-1.
Betting Tip: Felicio Forbers to score anytime @ 7/4 with
22:00 Tigre vs Barracas Central
Turning a real corner since opening the 2023 campaign in the midst of an extended rut, Barracas Central should find the mood in their camp at a real high. Skyrocketing their way up the Primera Division standings, Monday’s guests will now be desperate to make up some ground in the Copa Sudamericana chase.
Last seen putting in another rugged display as they claimed a 0-0 stalemate against top-nine rivals Argentines Juniors, the Guapo have lost just one of their previous 12 matchups across all competitions a run that stems all the way back to April 24th.
With their eye-catching flurry highlighted by a famous 2-1 win against runaway leaders River Plate when opening July, Rodolfo de Paoli’s men have also mustered back-to-back domestic clean sheets since the start of May.
Likewise, last seen on their travels clinching a 2-0 win against Belgrano on July 7th, Barracas Central should be excited by a trip across Buenos Aires here.
Making an immediate return to losing ways a few days ago as they suffered a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Libertad, Tigre have now lost four of their previous five domestic showdowns.
Including another 2-1 loss against a struggling Banfield earlier in the month, Juan Sara’s men have also claimed just a pair of wins from their last seven appearances at the Estadio Jose Dellagiovanna.
With Barracas Central landing a gritty 1-1 draw when they travelled to the Estadio Jose Dellagiovanna last season, an away double chance can be found at appealing odds here.
Betting Tip: Barracas Central double chance @ 1/1 with
Monday s Daily Double
Qingdao Hainiu vs Henan Songshan Longmen Felicio Forbers to score anytime @ 7/4
Tigre vs Barracas Central Barracas Central double chance @ 1/1
Place a £10 bet on our Daily Double with and pocket £55.00 if all predictions are correct.
