Benfica

Im taking a flyer today on Benfica to beat Chelsea.

Since taking them to win at about +400 seems like better value to me than taking them to advance at about +500, thats where my money will be.  The difference between those two bets is only on a 1-0 Benfica win in 90 mins - it would go to extra time and possibly PK's, and for that extra +100 I dont think it is worth risking it.

Im just not buying Chelsea yet.  Benfica deserved much more in the first game.  Hopefully it is an open game - the more helter skelter the better - if Chelsea is able to control possession and keep it tight - it will be tough - but if Benfica can keep it open, and get the opening goal - things might be interesting....

GL all.

The only suggestion I'd make... is to have a look at the line ups first, should be posted around 2:00 pm EST.

Chelsea played their B team for match day one, if they do the same tonight, jump all over Benfica.

Why on Earth did they play their B team for the first game? And why would they do it again?

They feel they can't win the UCL this year (against giants Barcelona & Real Madrid)... so their focus has turned to qualifying for it again next year. They sit fifth domestically, and need to finish 4th or higher to qualify for next year. 

They are still capable of fielding a solid B team, but they lack finishing flair without Drogba & Sturridge.

They're pretty far behind Tottenham for 4th place. Plus, Newcastle is neck and neck with them as well.

Doesn't advancing to semis in the UCL generate tons of $$$ for them? 

goodluck vanstinky

how was england ?

did you go yet ? place any wagers at the place recommended ?

watch any live matches ? did you ride your yacht there ?

you da man

Well, that was worth the +400 I would say.....

Chelsea will get smoked out of the stadium against Barca.

Spock -

Had a great trip.  Updated that thread in the GD forum with details.....  Went to 3 games - awesome time.