The race to qualify for the Europa League and Europa Conference League is well and truly underway and we have put together some very strong tips ahead of the 47 second-leg matches being played today.
Some big hitters will be in action, including Ajax, AEK Athens, Molde and Gent as they bid for a spot in the European group stages.
Let’s take a look at the tips that we think offer value (all odds correct at 11:00 on August 1, via bet365).
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Vojvodina v Ajax
It was damage limitations for Ajax last season after they started the Eredivisie season awfully.
They were even tipped to be relegated 10 games in but a change in management saw them recover to finish fifth and secure a place in the Europa League.
But they must first come through the qualifiers and after an unconvincing home 1-0 home win against Serbian side Vojvodina, there is still work to do in the return leg.
Despite only holding a one-goal advantage on aggregate – scored four minutes from time in Amsterdam – the Dutch side should still have enough to get the job done and strengthen their grip on the tie in Eastern Europe.
Tip: Ajax to win both halves at 13/10
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Silkeborg v Molde
Molde have been regulars in Europe over the last few seasons and they are looking to return to the Europa League for the second consecutive season.
They were clinical against Silkeborg in the first leg and take a 3-1 advantage to Denmark for the return fixture.
Norway’s fourth-placed team last season will fancy their chances of winning again in this one and we are backing them to do so in what could be a close encounter.
Tip: Molde to win at 31/10
Inter Club d’Escaldes v AEK Athens
AEK Athens hosted the Europa Conference League final last season but they will be hoping to appear as a finalist instead in 2024-25.
The Greek giants played out a thriller first-leg with Andorran side Inter Club d’Escaldes, winning 4-3 at home.
It was a surprise that they were given such a contest and we agree with the bookies that it should be a lot smoother sailing in the return clash.
Tip: AEK Athens to win both halves at 8/13
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Vikingur vs Gent
Gent stamped their authority on their Europa Conference League qualifier against Vikingur by beating them 4-1 in the first leg.
The Belgian side exited the competition in the first knockout round last season but are back with a vengeance and look like they mean business in Europe.
We fancy another strong performance against the team from the Faroe Islands, despite their strong form in the domestic league.
Tip: Gent to win and both teams to score NO at 11/10
Accumulator
If you want to put the above teams tipped to win together and form an acca, the odds come in at 154/25.
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