League action continues today and there is a lot to look forward to as well. Another round of exciting games are upon us and we’ve made sure to cover the most important ones in all regard.
The African Cup of Nations also begins today and we will surely keep an eye on betting tips for this tournament as well in due course. For today’s action, here are the likely betting tips and predictions to go with.
Straight Wins
Milan beat Venezia 2-0 back in September and they look primed for more success against the same opponents this weekend. AC Milan need every point they can gather to keep pace with Serie A leaders and city rivals Inter at the summit of the table. Milan have been reliable performers on the road this term, losing just once in ten away assignments so far while winning 70% of their remaining fixtures. No club has scored more often on their travels than Stefano Piolo’s charges and Milan’s firepower should get them over the line again. Bet9ja has 1.57 odds, Paripesa has 1.62 odds and 1xBet has 1.62 odds.
Inter and Lazio meet on Sunday in a high-profile Serie A fixture in Milan. League-leading Inter are aiming to tighten their stranglehold on the top spot in Italy. League leaders Inter have won seven games in a row in Serie A and they look well on the way to retaining their crown in Italy. In Milan, Inter are still unbeaten, winning seven of their nine assignments at San Siro overall. Lazio remains the only team to have beaten Inter this season, though we’re backing the title favorites to exact some revenge on Sunday. Bet9ja has 1.42 odds, Paripesa has 1.44 odds and 1xBet has 1.44 odds.
Napoli and Sampdoria lock horns at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on Sunday. Napoli have hit a few bumps in the road of late, though their recent head-to-head record against Sampdoria is outstanding and the Partenopei look ready to claim three points at La Samp’s expense again. Napoli are searching for their seventh straight victory against Sampdoria on Sunday, and though we’re tipping them to find it here today. Sampdoria have lost each of their last six meetings with Napoli ahead of their latest test here today, making this a very confident pick. Bet9ja has 1.45 odds, Paripesa has 1.49 odds and 1xBet has 1.49 odds
PSG bagged a 2-1 victory in the reverse fixture played on 19th September 2021. PSG should carry the day in this trip to Lyon. The visitors remain on course for another Ligue 1 crown despite losing it narrowly to Lille last season. Leo Messi, Mbappe, and Di Maria are in contention for a starting spot up front. The three strikers should play significance in helping PSG secure all points in this game. PSG won the last two encounters with Lyon, albeit without a clean sheet. PSG are miles ahead at the top of the table and would want to keep it that way with another win here today. Bet9ja has 1.88 odds, Paripesa has 1.93 odds and 1xBet has 1.93 odds.
Over 2.5 Goals
The last game of the round in La Liga and the most interesting matchup is the Villarreal vs Atletico Madrid duel. While only two of the last five meetings between Villarreal and Atletico Madrid have gone over 2.5 total goals, we expect this to happen when they meet on Sunday. The reason lies in the fact that both teams have been playing some high-scoring matches this season and average over 2.5 goals per game in La Liga – Villarreal 2.68 goals per game, Atletico Madrid 2.79 goals per game. Bet9ja has 2.08 odds, Paripesa has 2.19 odds and 1xBet has 2.19 odds.
Serie A league leaders have been scoring for fun this season which is why we have them included here. Three of the last four skirmishes between Inter and Lazio have been high-octane events where over 2.5 goals have been produced, and we’re tipping excitement levels to be similarly lofty this weekend. Lazio’s last seven tests in the division averaged a staggering 4.7 goals per 90 minutes and their open style of play should create another slugfest against the champions in Milan. As a consequence, bettors are advised to back over 2.5 goals to hit the net again. Bet9ja has 1.50 odds, Paripesa has 1.53 odds and 1xBet has 1.53 odds.
Roma and Juventus meet for a showpiece Serie A showdown on Sunday. Jose Mourinho and Max Allegri lock horns for a tactical battle in the capital this weekend. Roma host Juventus on Sunday in what could prove a crucial battle in the race to secure a top-four finish in Serie A this season. Both sides have a lot at stake going into this game and we expect an end-to-end contest here today. Three of their previous five fixtures have ended with over 2.5 goals hence the pick. We also recommend backing both teams to score in Rome. Bet9ja has 1.93 odds, Paripesa has 2.01 odds and 1xBet has 2.01 odds.
The first match scheduled for Sunday in La Liga is the Rayo Vallecano vs Real Betis duel. Three of the last five h2h duels between both sides have gone over 2.5 total goals. More importantly, the two teams averaged 3.40 goals per game in those five matches. In addition to this, Real Betis averaged 2.89 goals per game in the league until now, while Rayo Vallecano averaged 2.42 goals per game this season in La Liga. Both teams have scored in four of the last five head-to-head meetings between Rayo Vallecano and Real Betis, so we would hardly be surprised if the same thing happened on Sunday. Bet9ja has 1.80 odds, Paripesa has 1.89 odds and 1xBet has 1.89 odds.
Anytime Goalscorers
Moreno
Since coming back from injury Moreno has shown the fans how much he missed them and the team with his recent goal-scoring form. He has a few good performances against today’s opponent and we are counting on him to deliver. Today, he faces them to help his side close the gap to the top spot in the league. Bet9ja has 2.80 odds while Paripesa has 2.87 odds.
Dzeko
Currently, the player with the second-most goals for Inter Milan this season, an impressive campaign already in his first season and we don’t see him stopping here. Inter would want to extend their lead at the top and retain their title and he has proven to get them the goals when needed. Today, he is a top candidate to score as he faces a porous defense. Bet9ja has 2.20 odds while Paripesa has 1.95 odds.
Tammy Abraham
The Englishman has now found form and is one of the favorites in this high-scoring Jose side. The reverse fixture saw him not get on the score sheet but he has proven to be a top striker in his past games. Three goals in his previous three games make him a confident pick today to get amongst the goals. Bet9ja has 2.95 odds while Paripesa has 2.87 odds.
Mbappe
With notable absences in the PSG squad, the French youngster is sure to step up to the occasion and score here today as he has done a lot this season. He would want to continue in his impressive form this New Year as he would love to see PSG lift another title in what might be his last season. He is the top scorer for his team in the squad and he is the one they look up to when goals are needed. Bet9ja has 2.10 odds while Paripesa has 1.79 odds.
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