Schalke vs Midtjylland tips and predictions

Midtjylland too short in the betting?

Midtjylland may be a level above Schalke but it is hard to get excited about backing them.

This isn't a confident view but the short price for Midtjylland makes them a terrible bet. Schalke don't look likely to get the win but they might keep the visitors on their toes.

This clash has proved complex to analyse with confidence but given the hosts' recent defensive record on their own patch, the draw is the recommendation. Making a fortress out of their home ground, Schalke have conceded at an average of just 0.5 goals per game over their last 4 matches.

It's felt that both sides can get in on the act despite the favouritism for Midtjylland. Nevertheless the odds-against for the No BTTS is actually the standout from that market.

Schalke have drawn 5 of their last 11 matches. Also Midtjylland have drawn 2 of their last 3 matches. To wrap this up there is nothing to like about the home or away win odds, so the draw warrants consideration. Deadlock is the pick after what will probably be a tightly contested match-up.

Of course, Midtjylland are a top tier side so it remains to be seen how Schalke adapt tackle the stiff test ahead of them.