The CONCACAF Champions Cup has returned with a new format with direct elimination matches from the first phase. In this first round, we have a clash between Real Estelí and Tigres who will play international matches to win the championship crown.
This stage involves playing both home and away matches, intensifying the competition from the kick-off of the first game. The new format promises to provide excitement and competitiveness as teams fight to advance further in the tournament.
The reality is that every game is like a Grand Final, so both teams will have to take the field to score a victory to advance to the next stage of the tournament.
Real Estelí vs. Tigres Betting Odds and Info
| Real Estelí 3.63 | Tigres 1.95 | Draw Offs: 3.60 |
| When? | Wednesday, February 5 at 10:00 PM ET, 9:00 PM CST, 8:00 PM MT, and 7:00 PM PT |
| Where? | Estadio Independencia. |
| Where Can I Watch It? | fuboTV, Foxsports, ViX, Tubi, and Disney+. |
Why Bet on Real Estelí?
The Nicaraguan team earned their place in the competition by finishing runner-up in the Copa Centroamericana 2024, where they were defeated by Alajuelense of Costa Rica in the final.
Despite a good start in their home league with 9 points out of 12, they recently suffered a 1-2 loss at home to ART Jalapa. The team has faced Los Felinos only 2 times before, in 2012, which resulted in a challenging 0-4 loss and a 1-1 draw at Independencia Stadium.
Their upcoming match against Tigres at home presents a crucial opportunity for the Nicaraguan team to showcase their skills and take advantage of their home-field advantage. This match is very important for the Nicaraguan team as they seek redemption for their past encounters, particularly the 0-4 defeat against Los Felinos in 2012.
Why Bet on Tigres?
Tigres, meanwhile, secured its place by finishing runner-up in the 2023 Apertura MX League and will debut in a challenging synthetic turf stadium, a unique feature in Mexico found only at the Estadio Caliente.
Despite winning the CONCACAF Champions Cup in 2020, Los Felinos had previously suffered defeats in three finals. In their most recent tournament appearance, they were eliminated in the quarterfinals on penalties by Columbus Crew.
The team is currently facing a notable setback as star player Andre-Pierre Gignac underwent surgery for an injury that could keep him sidelined for nearly two months, presenting a significant challenge for Los Felinos just before the start of the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
With Gignac’s absence, team management is exploring options for replacements and considering other possible changes to the team, sparking rumors of player departures and arrivals.
In preparation for the tournament, Los Felinos has been working diligently on refining its lineup and strategies under the guidance of Veljko Paunovic, to maintain a good performance despite the absence of key players and ongoing adjustments within the team.
Tigres is coming off a 1-0 loss to Toluca in their most recent match.
Final Betting Analysis: Real Estelí vs. Tigres
As we mentioned, these teams have met on two occasions in their history, and the record favors Tigres with one victory and a draw.
In addition, in the most recent match between them, 12 years ago at the Universitario Stadium, Los Felinos achieved a resounding 4-0 victory.
At Gambyl Exchange, we can see that there is a Moneyline that favors Tigres at 1.95, while Real Esteli starts at 3.63.
For this match, our prediction is a Tigres victory by 2-0.
Look for a win on the Tigres. For example, if you put $100 on Tigres at 1.95, you’ll see a $95.00 win with a total payout of $195.00.
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