Away from the Champions League and Europa League games from midweek, we’re back to our favorite domestic action. Its one more game before the dreaded international break and all clubs will be eager to go into the break in good spirits.
We are on good form at the moment with at least 80% of our Champions League and Europa League games playing correctly as we predicted. We’re looking to carry on with that form for sure.
There are some good games on show this weekend and it’s one we won’t want to miss.
Some interesting yet tricky ties lie in wait today and we’ll here to give you the best pick from the available bunch as always.
Featured match: Everton vs Manchester United
Everton were on a roll in the first month of the new campaign, winning each of their first four Premier League games, in addition to their opening three fixtures in the EFL Cup. However, the Toffees have failed to win their last three games, including back-to-back losses in the two matches leading up this weekend’s clash with Manchester United.
Manchester United, too, come into this game on the back of successive defeats, which have sapped all the momentum they would have tried to build from the 5-0 thrashing of RB Leipzig. The Red Devils, who have been the epitome of inconsistency this season, were particularly dreadful against Istanbul Basaksehir, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer & co. will be desperate for a quick turnaround.
The corresponding fixture last season ended in a 1-1 draw, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin giving Everton an early lead before Bruno Fernandes salvaged a point for Manchester United. Ahead of the latest meeting between the two sides, The Hard Tackle takes a closer look at the encounter.
We still don’t know what to expect exactly from this game but there are some tips we can look forward to.
Over 2.5 goals
With both teams eager to win, we could see a goal affair at Goodisson. Manchester United have one of the poorest defensive records in the league so far and Everton will be happy to capitalize. The Toffees have also not impressed defensively of late and it could be a game of who takes the chances more. Regardless, we expect a good number of goals. Bet9ja has 1.68 odds, Betway has 1.70 odds and 1xbet has 1.79 odds.
Both teams to score
For the above reason in the goal market, we expect both teams to take it to each other and score at least one goal apiece. Bet9ja has 1.55 odds for this, Betway has 1.58 odds and 1xbet has 1.62 odds.
Straight wins
Chelsea take on Sheffield United at Stamford Bridge and we expect the Blues to blow away their opponents with ease. Chelsea are one of the most in form sides in the league and we expect them to record a win today. Sheffield have struggled all season and are currently bottom of the league. Bet9ja and 1xbet have 1.40 odds while Betway have 1.43.
Extra tip: Both teams not to score. Chelsea have kept five clean sheets out of their last seven games in all competitions. Edouard Mendy has done a good job since coming in for Kepa Arrizabalaga. Sheffield have also scored only three goals all season and we don’t see them scoring today. 1xbet has 1.73 odds, Betway has 1.80 odds and Bet9ja has 1.81.
Over to the Bundesliga, RB Leipzig take on struggling Freiburg on home turf. Leipzig suffered their first loss of the Bundesliga season last week to Borussia Monchengladbach. We expect them to return to winning ways against a Freiburg side who have failed to win in their last five games. Bet9ja has 1.43 odds, Betway has 1.45 and 1xbet has 1.47 odds.
Off to Ligue 1, PSG take on Rennes and it’s not going to be a straightforward game. PSG are missing up to 10 players to injury including star duo Neymar and Kylian Mbappe. Icardi and Kimpembe are also on the sidelines. Rennes have impressed in Ligue 1 so far but we expect the likes of Di Maria and Moise Kean to grind out a victory for Les Parisiens. PSG lost to Leipzig in midweek and will be fire dup to bounce back today. Bet9ja and 1xbet have 1.44 odds for PSG to win while Betway has 1.45 odds.
Over to La Liga, Barcelona take on Real Betis at home. In surprising fashion, Real Betis are ahead of Barcelona on the table and the Catalan side have even failed to win in their last four league games. This game represents the perfect opportunity to end that winless run and record a win on home soil. Bet9ja has 1.40 odds, 1xbet has 1.41 while Betway has 1.43 odds.
Over 2.5
Borussia Dortmund take on Bayern Munich in the Der Klassiker which is easily Bundesliga’s biggest game. On paper, Bayern Munich are favorites but we know this fixture never respects form. Instead, we’re going for the goal market and we expect to see at least three goals. No surprise Bet9ja only offers 1.35 odds while Betway and 1xbet have 1.39 odds.
We already tipped Chelsea to win Sheffield and we expect them to do it big. Frank Lampard’s side has scored at least three goals in their last two games and we’re tipping them to make it three in a row. Bet9ja has 1.70 odds, Betway has 1.73 and 1xBet has 1.80.
Over to the Eredivisie, Den Haag take on Twente and based on recent form and stats, we’re easily tipping them to give us at least three goals in this game. Four of the last five league games for Twente have seen over 2.5 goals and we expect it to carry on today. Bet9ja has 1.66 odds, Betway has 1.67 odds and 1xbet has 1.72 odds.
Anytime Goal scorer
Timo Werner
We tipped Timo Werner to score last time out in the Champions League and he didn’t disappoint. The fact that he’s now been confirmed as Chelsea’s penalty taker means his chances of scoring in a game where he starts just got even higher. Against struggling Sheffield, he’ll fancy his chances of getting a goal today. Bet9ja are offering 1.90 odds while Betway have 1.99.
Robert Lewandowski
The Polish forward has a good scoring record in the Der Klassiker right from his days at Borussia Dortmund to his current time at Bayern Munich. Lewan-goal-ski, as we like to call him, is always a good shout to score for Bayern and given the opposition, he’ll be extra motivated to do just that. Betway has 1.64 odds for him to score whileBet9ja has 1.65.
Lionel Messi
Messi has scored ‘only’ four goals this season and that might be a worry after nine games. Even more worrying is the fact all his goals have come from the penalty spot this term. We’re tipping him to break that duck today or at least score yet another penalty. Bet9ja has 1.65 odds while Betway has 1.69.
Moise Kean
In the absence of Icardi, Neymar and Mbappe, most of the goal scoring burden for PSG will fall on the Italian youngster. Kean has already bagged a couple goals in a PSG jersey and he is a good shout to do so today once again. Bet9ja are offering a decent 2.00 odds while Betway have it better at 2.15 odds.
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