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Feyenoord v Salzburg
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Kick Off: Wednesday 6th November at 20:00
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Competition: UEFA Champions League
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Feyenoord have had a solid start to their season, with only one league loss, to Ajax, and two wins out of three in their Champions League campaign. They’ll aim to keep this momentum going as they head into the next match.
In contrast, Salzburg has struggled for consistency in the Austrian Bundesliga, where they currently sit in fifth place, six points behind league leaders Sturm Graz. Their Champions League journey has been equally challenging, with three heavy losses placing them second from bottom, on goal difference. They are also yet to score in the competition.
⭐ Feyenoord v Salzburg Best Bets
Feyenoord’s attacking form this season makes them well suited to exceed 2.5 goals in this home fixture. In their domestic league, they average 2.18 goals per match, the second highest in the Eredivisie, highlighting their consistent scoring ability. In the Champions League, they have also been productive, averaging two goals per game even with a challenging 4-0 loss to Leverkusen.
Salzburg’s defensive struggles, particularly in the Champions League, further support this bet. They have conceded nine goals in just three European matches, underscoring their vulnerability against high-calibre teams. While their domestic defence has been somewhat stronger, the quality of competition is far lower and will likely not be applicable to this fixture.
Their 5-0 loss to Austrian league leaders Sturm Graz supports this theory with their track record against tougher opponents suggesting their defence is not at a European level. Feyenoord should have ample scoring opportunities, especially at home as even in the Austrian Bundesliga Salzburg have conceded 1.8 goals per game away from home.
👕 Feyenoord v Salzburg Predicted XI
🔍 Feyenoord v Salzburg Players to Watch
🔴 Igor Paixao
Igor Paixão has been pivotal to Feyenoord’s attack this season, delivering eight goal contributions across his 14 appearances in the Eredivisie and Champions League. With the recent injury to Antoni Milambo, Feyenoord’s leading European scorer, Paixão’s role in spearheading the attack becomes even more crucial.
He has proven to be a reliable creator, registering three assists in the Champions League alone, and has shown his own goalscoring potential. Paixão averages two shots per game in European competition, the highest of any likely Feyenoord starter, highlighting his frequent involvement in the final third.
Given that Feyenoord are facing a Salzburg side that has struggled defensively in Europe, having conceded nine goals in three Champions League games, Paixão is well positioned to make an impact, either scoring himself or setting up a team-mate. He is certainly one to watch in this game.
⚪ Oscar Gloukh
Oscar Gloukh has been Salzburg’s standout performer this season, despite limited playing time due to injuries. In only eight league appearances, including just five starts, Gloukh has emerged as both their top scorer with five goals and their leading playmaker with two assists, underscoring his impact when on the field. If Salzburg are to find any attacking success against Feyenoord at De Kuip, it’s likely to come through Gloukh.
In the Champions League, his stats reflect his influence in attack: he averages 1.7 shots per game, with 0.7 shots on target, impressive numbers given Salzburg’s challenges in creating opportunities in this competition. Against a team like Feyenoord, whose attacking pressure could leave defensive gaps, Gloukh’s knack for finding scoring or assisting opportunities makes him a key figure to watch.
📂 Feyenoord v Salzburg Cheat Sheet
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💻 Feyenoord v Salzburg Form and Tactics
The hosts have made an impressive start to their Champions League campaign, collecting six points from their first three matches. A victory in this game could propel them to nine points, strengthening their position in the league and moving them closer to the knockout stage.
Domestically, they have been equally solid, currently sitting fourth in the Eredivisie and are showing good form with five wins from their last six matches across all competitions.
New manager Brian Priske, who took over from Arne Slot in the summer, faced some early challenges but has since steered the team to a more cohesive style of play. This progress was underlined by a recent standout victory away at Benfica, showcasing their improving quality on the European stage.
RB Salzburg, on the other hand, are under considerable pressure. With zero points from their first three Champions League fixtures, they’re approaching must-win territory if they hope to progress.
This tough European run mirrors a broader struggle for form, as Salzburg’s dominance in the Austrian Bundesliga appears to wane. Last season marked the first time in 11 years they failed to win the domestic title, with Sturm Graz emerging as serious contenders and even recently thrashing Salzburg 5-0.
Currently sitting fourth in their league, Salzburg have managed just one win from their last six games in all competitions, emphasising the challenge they face both domestically and in Europe.
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🏁 Feyenoord v Salzburg Ref Watch
- Referee: Donatas Rumšas (Lithuania).
- Statistics so far indicate a moderate rate of cautioning. Over four matches in various competitions, Rumšas has issued 13 yellow cards, averaging 3.25 per game, and only one red card.
- Looking back to last season, his officiating style was similarly restrained. Across 24 games, mainly in the Lithuanian league, he handed out 101 yellow cards at an average of 4.2 per game, along with three red cards.
- While his numbers suggest he’s not overly lenient, they also indicate he isn’t quick to turn to cards unnecessarily. Given these tendencies, betting on a high number of yellow cards may not offer the best value for this match.
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