Upcoming Sports Highlights (March 15, 2024 - March 17, 2024): Key Matches and Betting Prospects
The weekend sports agenda serves up some exhilarating football encounters and one of the year's premier horse races. We present the most engaging sports events of the weekend, complete with odds.
Borussia Dortmund vs Eintracht Frankfurt: Bundesliga Heavyweights Clash
Dortmund squares off against Frankfurt in the week's must-watch Bundesliga game. The match takes place on March 17, 2024 at 5:30 PM. German viewers can catch the live broadcast on DAZN, while fans outside the DACH region can stream the action through a Sportradar-Bundesliga International partnership.
Last Wednesday, Dortmund clinched a 2:0 victory against PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League round of 16, securing a place in the quarterfinals. Domestically, Borussia Dortmund is determined to keep pace with RB Leipzig for the fourth spot, which would guarantee a Champions League berth for the following season.
Currently placed seventh, Frankfurt aims to secure either a Europa League or maybe even a Champions League spot next year. To achieve this goal, Frankfurt must beat Dortmund, their direct rival. For coach Dino Toppmöller's squad, Sunday's Ruhr derby is crucial. Former BVB player Mario Götze will join Frankfurt's roster for the game. Ansgar Knauff, a former BVB player and current Frankfurt pro, voiced confidence in the upcoming match:
This will undoubtedly be a challenging game. But we performed exceptionally well in the first leg.– Ansgar Knauff, Eintracht Frankfurt player
The following odds are available for sports bettors:
- Dortmund win (1.62)
- Draw (4.20)
- Frankfurt win (5.00)
Hertha BSC vs Schalke 04: A Rivalry Reignited
In the second Bundesliga, Hertha BSC Berlin confronts Schalke 04. This was once a top match in the first league, determining Champions League and Europa League placements. Now, both teams have found themselves in the midfield of the second league.
Despite not being close to promotion, Berlin is expected to finish the season in the middle of the table. Schalke 04, after a 3:1 triumph against FC St. Pauli and a draw against Paderborn, gained some breathing room in the relegation fight. However, teams in the red zone often collect points.
Hertha BSC Berlin clinched a 2:1 victory against FC Schalke 04 in the last season's encounter and celebrated with their fans. This upcoming match on March 17 at 1:30 PM promises to be charged with emotion.
The following odds are available for this intriguing encounter:
- Hertha BSC win (2.25)
- Draw (3.50)
- Schalke 04 win (3.10)
Inter Milan Seeks Redemption in Serie A Clash
On March 17, 2024, Inter Milan meets SSC Napoli in a highly anticipated Serie A matchup. Kickoff is set for 8:45 PM at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium.
Last week, Inter Milan exited the Champions League after surrendering a 1-3 defeat in the second leg to Atlético Madrid, even though they had won the previous game. However, Inter Milan remains at the summit of the Italian Serie A, with a 16-point lead over their city rivals AC Milan.
Determined to clinch the Italian championship soon, Inter Milan has been unbeaten in their last ten home games. They will aim to prolong this streak against SSC Napoli and secure three more points towards the championship on Sunday.
Napoli, too, suffered a Champions League exit midweek, after drawing in the first leg and losing 1-3 to FC Barcelona in the second leg. Their players and fans are now eager to salvage something valuable from their trip to Inter Milan.
To maintain its spot in international competitions next season, a win against Inter Milan is crucial for Napoli. Currently sitting four points behind the Europa League spots and seven points behind the Champions League qualification spots, Napoli can rely on the following odds for the Italian top clash from bookmakers:
- Inter Milan win (1.62)
- Draw (4.00)
- Napoli win (5.50)
The Showdown at the Cheltenham Festival
The Cheltenham Gold Cup, the premier race at the Cheltenham Festival 2024, takes place on March 15 at 4:30 PM in the German time zone. According to bookmakers, horse and jockey Galopin Des Champs (rider: Willie Mullins) are the favorites to win, but Gerri Colombe (rider: Jack Kennedy) also has strong chances of triumphing.
Sports bettors can currently rely on the following odds for the Cheltenham Gold Cup from bookmakers:
- Galloping Fields (1.91)
- Gerry Dove (8.00)
- RapidSlowdown (8.00)
- Pressman (12.00)
- Cornered Runner (18.00)
- Brave Man's Game (20.00)
- Nasal Leap (28.00)
- Monkfish (28.00)
- Gentlemen's Gamble (28.00)
- The True Thriller (50.00)
Keep in mind that the odds for the Cheltenham Gold Cup can fluctuate until the race begins, so it's crucial to double-check the latest odds with online bookmakers if you're planning to make bets.
This sports betting weekend isn't only filled with excellent matches from various European football leagues but also features one of the most renowned horse races. Therefore, there's an abundance of amusement and thrilling betting prospects once again.
In light of the exciting sports events this weekend, be sure to catch the latest sports news regarding the upcoming Cheltenham Gold Cup. The premier race, taking place on March 15 at 4:30 PM, offers a plethora of betting opportunities with horses like Galopin Des Champs and Gerri Colombe leading the pack.
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