Betting forecast for Warrington Wolves vs Catalans Dragons in the Betfred Super League: Warrington anticipated to strengthen playoff aspirations win
The Warrington Wolves are gearing up for a crucial Super League match against Catalans Dragons, with their playoff hopes hanging in the balance. The Wolves, who have won their last two meetings with the Dragons, will be aiming to cover the 12-point handicap in the upcoming game.
The current betting odds for the match favour Warrington heavily, with the Wolves priced around 2/9 to win, while Catalans Dragons stand at about 7/2 to pull off an upset. A draw after 80 minutes is at 20/1. Warrington is also favoured with a -11.5 handicap bet available at odds of approximately 1.91 (Bet365), reflecting expectations of a significant victory margin for Warrington.
Predictions suggest that Warrington will win convincingly, with score forecasts such as Warrington 24-6 Catalans Dragons indicating confidence in their form and defensive strength. Recent analyses highlight that despite some recent losses, Warrington have shown solid performances and have momentum on their side, while Catalans Dragons are struggling with scoring and defense and have little to play for this season.
Coach Sam Burgess of Warrington Wolves expects a clinical performance from his team, while Joel Tomkins, head coach of Catalans Dragons, is concerned about their lack of defensive resilience away from the Stade Gilbert Brutus. The Wolves will be looking to give their playoff hopes a boost in their match against Catalans Dragons, who have lost their last five games in the Super League and are currently on a seven-game losing streak away from home in all competitions.
The Warrington Wolves have faced back-to-back defeats to Leigh Leopards and Wigan Warriors, but they will be hoping to rekindle belief in their camp heading into the crucial final weeks of the season. Fans can catch the action on Sky Sports+ at 8pm on Thursday.
For those interested in betting, Betfred offers a variety of markets and promotions through their app, including a new customer offer that provides £50 in free bets when you bet £10, using promo code 'SUMMER50'. BoyleSports offers a bet on Warrington Wolves -12 with odds of 10-11.
Catalans Dragons have conceded 40 or more points in three of their last five away games in the competition, so Warrington will be confident of covering the handicap and securing a convincing victory. With the odds heavily in their favour, the Warrington Wolves will be aiming to boost their playoff chances and maintain their momentum ahead of the final stretch of the season.
[1] Bet365 odds: https://www.bet365.com/sports/rugby-league/super-league/match/warrington-wolves-vs-catalans-dragons-2022-08-18 [2] Sky Sports preview: https://www.skysports.com/rugby-league/super-league/news/36561/12435389/warrington-wolves-vs-catalans-dragons-super-league-preview [3] Rugby League World analysis: https://www.rugbyleagueworld.com/news/46190/warrington-wolves-vs-catalans-dragons-super-league-match-preview
- Given the current betting odds and strong performances, a sports betting strategy might include placing a bet on Warrington Wolves with a handicap of -12, as offered by BoyleSports, since they are expected to have a convincing victory margin against Catalans Dragons.
- For football enthusiasts and those following European leagues, this Super League match between Warrington Wolves and Catalans Dragons is particularly interesting given the betting tips suggesting a Warrington win, with many tipsters forecasting a scoreline such as Warrington 24-6 Catalans Dragons.
