[Tommy]

After 124 matches and 246 days of competition it’s all come down to one match to decide who’ll be crowned champions of Europe. For many, it’s the dream final, and an intriguing match between the team that’s scored the most goals against the team that’s been the most defensively efficient. Something’s got to give, and bet365 expect the attacking force of Barcelona to prevail over the rock-solid defence of Arsenal, by making the Catalans favourite to lift the trophy outright at 1/2 (Arsenal 6/4).

It’s difficult to argue with that decision as the Spanish giants have been in imperious form throughout the competition, and are yet to taste defeat in their 12 matches. In Ronaldinho (11/2 to score first) they have an outstanding talent whose ball control is amazing, while Samuel Eto (7/2), can be regarded as one of the most dangerous strikers in Europe. They certainly have the armoury to worry any defence, even one as strong as Arsenal’s, and they’re worthy favourites at Evens with bet365 to win the game in 90 minutes, but Arsenal look by far the better value at a tasty 11/4.

This may be Arsenal’s first Champions League final (Barca’s fourth), but they’ve come through every challenge so far and have showed many of the qualities that Liverpool showed last year. They’re also unbeaten in their 12 matches, including wins over their opponent’s Spanish rivals Real Madrid and Villarreal, and have put together an incredible run of 10 clean sheets (919 minutes of football!) – a Champions League record (5/2 to keep a clean sheet in Paris). That run should give them the confidence to absorb Barca’s goal-scoring threat and hit back with quick breaks of their own in the hope that the Spaniard’s Achilles heel is their defence.

And one goal might be enough, as it was in the semi-final against Villarreal, and that makes the bet365 odds of 8/1 on a 1-0 win look attractive. Alternatively, a bet on the Draw / Arsenal Double Result at 6/1 could pay dividends (4/1 Draw / Barca). As with all Cup finals, both sides will be playing with a degree of caution leading up to the interval, so (whichever side you fancy) it makes sense to include the half time draw in all such bets.

Not forgetting the amazing Thierry Henry, a five-time scorer in the competition already, and looking to score his 50th European goal (in the 50th final) in his home city. When he is given the chance to run at goal there is normally only one outcome, and he’s 5/1 with bet365 to open the scoring in Paris, which is even better value when you consider that the firm will give you cash back if he scores the last goal in the game instead. That concession could be even more significant in what is likely to be a low-scoring game (1/2 Under 2.5 Goals).

Of course, even bigger odds might be available once the match kicks off (7.45pm UK time) via bet365’s Live In-Play Console – up to 14 cracking markets available. It’s worth remembering that Boro were as big as 25/1 in both of their UEFA Cup comeback wins, so if Arsenal take a lead it might be worth checking the odds on Barcelona to cover your pre-match bet - or vice versa!

Enjoy the game.

Nigel

[Tommy]

Who's playing this match tomorrow?

[jron619]

This is gonna be like last years Liverpool v Milan match. High scoring and drama throughout.

Arsenal will be tough. Henry playing in his home city, Bergkamp playing his last game.

Baracelona is loaded. Like the preveiw read, too much offense and maybe some good counters for Arsenal.

Man, I love the over.

[dananderson32]

jron arsenal D is real stingy.....i dont see more than 2 goals scored in regular time and added time but who knows i could be wrong

[Buckery]

Originally Posted by big123

Who's playing this match tomorrow?

I know what I'm playing just a few last minute reads in the am and I'll be ready.

I don't expect to lose once again tommorow, we'll see.

I think this game a nailbitter and probably won't be solved in regulation time. Arsenal saw one of the best teams in Spain when they played Villareal, they were playing on extremely high at the time too. You can see the difference in the play. Or you will tommorow. English sides pressure VERY fast. Spanish sides are almost taken back at first. I expect no scoring for the first long while of this game.

See if I'm wrong

B

[naught33]

ill be looking to tail some solid ppl on this one, anyone have strong plays im w ya!

[sappapy]

one prop i like right now is corners under 9.5 -120
right now i see 0-0 h/t as both teams will be cautious with alot of midfieild play.the gunners will try and controll the ball and keep it away from e'too and ronaldinho,tough task for sure. not sure if i will play the game yet as i am a gunners fan but am still looking into it and hope i can form an unbiasd opinion

[dananderson32]

sappy im liking the ht draw bet at betcris i think its +105 draw at halftime

[sappapy]

i am liking that too, Dan.I will probably play it and bite my nails the rest.

[dananderson32]

yeah i might play that draw at halftime and barcelona to win including extra time and penalty kicks

[sappapy]

need to look into full game more be back in the am with plays
gl to all!

[Moldoveanu]

i dont know but i like Under 9 corners as well!

i like Over 3.5 bookings this game might get physical because if one team

will get the goal u know for sure that this cup is so important u gona try

to do to much and u will get frustrated and yellow cards will definately be

there so over 3.5 are pretty good in my opinion!!

[naught33]

GL everyone!

[Moldoveanu]

Originally Posted by Moldoveanu

i dont know but i like Under 9 corners as well!

i like Over 3.5 bookings this game might get physical because if one team

will get the goal u know for sure that this cup is so important u gona try

to do to much and u will get frustrated and yellow cards will definately be

there so over 3.5 are pretty good in my opinion!!

Under 9 corners won +130 total 7

Over 3.5 Bookings Won -110 total 6 i believe!

great play by arsenal in 1st half till 70th minute! they should have been up by 2 or more goals! but they got unlucky!!

and barcelona got 2 lucky goals i believe and won!!

[dananderson32]

yeah mold if i remember right henry had at least 2 or 3 great chances to go up 2-0 late in the 2h to put the game away and couldnt do it!