At first glance it looks like a duel for the third place of Group E. Marti, September 17, Salzburg vs Genk, in the first leg of the Champions League groups. They are part of Group E, where they will also evolve in the company of Liverpool and Naples.

Salzburg: Form of moment, last results, statistics

Always one step ahead of opponents in the Tipico Bundesliga, Salzburg shows its supremacy whenever it has the opportunity. Thus, it can be boasted that having maximum score in the seven matches already played in the new season. The most categorical came just a few days ago, when in front of her, on Red Bull Arena, came Hartberg modest. Without mercy and with incredible woes, the team coached by Jesse Marscha humiliated his opponent, which he outscored 7-2. It reached 34 goals in the championship, 11 of them from the Norwegian Erling Braut Haland.

Genk: Form of moment, last results, statistics

Far from the form of last season, when he managed to win the championship, Genk is forced to make his debut in the Champions League groups after losing the most recent duel. Friday evening was put face to face with Charleroi, and the status of the visiting band was not at all pleasing. As a result he lost by 1-2, taking both goals from the first half of the match. In the 81st minute, Ianis Hagi was introduced to the field, but the young midfielder could not do anything to change something.

Salzburg vs Genk Picks

We may be talking about two teams fighting for third place, but Salzburg is one step ahead of the Belgians. It seems like a band determined to play from peer to side to win the group they belong to. The fact that he plays at home is a reason to expect more than one goal, and some of them will be converted into goals / goals, which will bring victory.

Our Prediction: 1

Odds: 1.57