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UEFA Europa League
10/2/2014

FC Krasnodar vs Everton

Home - FC Krasnodar
Last away matches - W-W-D-W-L-W

FC Krasnodar play in the Russian city of Krasnodar, in the southwestern part of the country. They play in the Russian Premier League and currently sit sixth on the league table. The side arrived to the group stage of the Europa League via the second round of competition, where they did not concede a goal at home.FC Krasnodar enjoyed a convincing 3-0 over Arsenal Tula as their good start to the Russian League continued. In terms of injuries, the Kuban side is looking in good shape as they host their first ever European game. Brazilians Wanderson and Joaozinho appear to be in good form and are the main threats for the Everton defence.

Away - Everton
Last away matches - D-L-W-D-L-D

Everton face the unenviable task of travelling to Kuban Stadium in Russia, to take on FC Krasnodar on Thursday night as they attempt to make it 2 wins from 2 games in the Europa League. Everton did have the little matter of the Merseyside Derby to attend to on the weekend, and despite not getting the 3pts, confidence in the squad would have received a timely boost courtesy of the late Jagielka thunderbolt that salvaged a point from the game. However, now they face a daunting trip to Krasnodar, which is a 20hr drive from Moscow, as they now begin to realise the true test of the Europa League. Of course, Everton did get off to a terrific start in the Europa League as they defeated German side VfL Wolfsburg 4-1, meanwhile the hosts, FC Krasnodar picked up a good point away to French side OSC Lille. It may only be the 2nd group game of the campaign, but it is a big game for both sides as a win for either side would mean they go top of the group and put themselves in a good position to qualify for the knockout stages.

Asian Handicap
Home - (0.00)
Away - (0.00)
Pick - Everton (0.00)
Odds - 2.09
Stakes - 9/10