Italy Serie A
Reggina vs Roma 9.00am EST Kickoff
Roma -0.5 @ 1.90 $220 to win $200
A solid bet IMO, Roma are primary contenders for the Scudetto and should take this one straight up. Yes they do have a Champs League encounter midweek, but against Reggina, they must take full advantage. Roma have outstanding form so far this season in the Serie A. Out of 5 games, 4 wins and 1 defeat scoring 10 and conceeding only 2 at the process. Reggina on the other hand were one of the 4 teams handed out points deduction. Lots of turmoil in this club and i don't expect them to do too much damage or cause a threat. I think -0.5 is a great value for a superior Roma squad.
Palermo vs Atalanta
Palermo ML @ 1.57 $875 to win $500
This is my biggest bet of the season. Palermo have outdone a lot of critics this season. Not only did they manage to dispose of West Ham Utd in UEFA Cup, but they have been on a tear in the Serie A. 2nd on the table level on points with Roma at the top, Palermo have always been one of the better sides at home. During Atalanta's last tenure at the Serie A in 2004/2005 season, this team accumulated only 1 victory on the road, 5 draws and 13 defeats. A lot of promoted clubs have troubles on the road during their first season but along time they will have adjusted. Well don't think they can adjust here. Only 2 games in on the road this season, Atalanta have yet to score a goal, doesn't bode too well.