On Saturday, Standard de Liège welcomes Cercle Brugge on the occasion of the first day of Jupiler Pro League. Both teams will want to win to start their season well.
Standard Liege vs Cercle Brugge Free Betting Tips
Rather disappointing last year, Standard de Liège, however, lost too many points during the winter to obtain one of the top 4 qualifying places for Europe. Finally, Philippe Montanier’s men had to be content with 5th place and will therefore try to revive to find Europe next year. Very active this summer, they showed great things in their preparation matches by posting a good record of 5 wins in 6 games. They notably beat Monaco (2-1) and Reims (4-0) but lost to Nice (1-2).
Opposite, Cercle Bruges had a much more complicated season last year. In difficulty in the game, the Flandriens were not able to shine in the standings and can almost benefit from the final interruption of the season to maintain themselves since they only occupied 14th place (out of 16) with only 3 points more than the relegated. Not necessarily the best this summer either, the Circle has won only 2 of its friendlies for a draw and 3 defeats. They also remain on two losses wiped against Deinze (4-0), club of the 2nd division, and Ostend (3-1).
Staff for Standard Liege vs Cercle Brugge
A priori, Standard de Liège should be deprived of midfielder Carcela-Gonzalez, the team’s best passer, victim of a broken leg. On top of that, framework defender Vanheusden has 3 suspension games to serve. Offensively, the very good winger Lestienne and Amallah (7 goals each last year), should be aligned from the start.
On the Cercle side, substitute goalkeeper Van Damme, important striker Gory and co-top scorer Peeters (6 goals last year) are all on the flank. Last year, the former Bourg-Peronnas, Kevin Hoogas, distinguished himself after scoring 6 goals in this championship.
Key points for the match Standard Liege vs Cercle Brugge
Coaches have the possibility of making 5 substitutions during the game.
This meeting will take place behind closed doors.
Standard Liege vs Cercle Brugge Free Betting Tips
Much sharper during its preparation, Standard de Liège could win in this part. Standard Liege victory!
Betting Tips: Standard Liège
Odds: 1.40
