Our prediction for this Champions League match:
Dinamo Zagreb will look to build on a thrilling 5-2 win over Osijek when they take on Bodo in the Champions League playoffs, return leg. Dinamo Zagreb have been scoring goals for fun of late, and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play against Bodo. Bruno Petkovic, who missed a golden opportunity to score late equalizer in a 1-0 loss to Bodo, should continue to lead the line for the hosts, while fit-again defender Kevin Theophile-Catherine is likely to play some part in Wednesday’s clash.
The Norwegian champions, on the other hand, are on a quest to defend their slim lead in the reverse fixture. Bodo proved their worth in the first leg, but beating Dinamo at packed Stadion Maksimir is easier said than done. Taking everything into account, we predict that the winner will be the decided after extra-time. A man to watch in the away team will be Amahl Pellegrino, who is enjoying a season to remember, while all Fet, Konradsen, Sery Larsen, and Solbakken should miss out with injuries.
Highlighted Player (Kévin Théophile-Catherine):
Born in Saint-Brieuc, France, on October 28, 1989, Kevin Theophile-Catherine is a defender who plays for Croatian champions Dinamo Zagreb. Theophile-Catherine started his youth career at Rennes and he continued playing for les Rouges et Noirs at senior level.
After scoring two goals in 98 appearances for the club from 2009 to 2013, he moved to Cardiff City in the 2013/2014 season, signing a four-year contract with the Bluebirds. After ending his loan spell with Saint-Etienne, he signed a permanent deal with les Verts in 2015 for a fee of £1.5 million.
The Dinamo Zagreb footballer has one cap with France U21 team, while making four appearances for the U20 team. His main position is centre-back, but he is capable of playing as both right and left back as well. His preferred foot is right and his contract with Dinamo Zagreb should expire on June 30, 2020. Theophile-Catherine made his debut for Dinamo Zagreb in a 2-1 win over Osijek on August 17, 2018.