Month: February 2022

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>With their attacking options almost back to full strength, Al Hain-Cole is backing the Citizens to ease to another big victory over Dyche's men

Manchester City will be determined to bounce back from defeat when they welcome Burnley to the Etihad Stadium for Saturday’s Premier League clash.

The Citizens went down 2-0 against Tottenham last weekend, leaving them 13th in the league with just five points to their name from the last available 12.

Manchester City vs Burnley Latest Odds

Having won 10 of their last 11 matches against this opposition in all competitions, they are 1/6 (1.17) favourites with bet365 to return to form with a morale-boosting victory.

Sean Dyche’s men secured their first win of the league season against Crystal Palace last time out but are 15/1 (16.00) outsiders to cause an upset by coming out on top in this one.

The guests have played out goalless draws in each of their last two away games and can be backed at 13/2 (7.50) to earn a creditable point here.

Manchester City vs Burnley Team News

Sergio Aguero is in contention after returning to the bench for the last two matches against Tottenham and Olympiakos, leaving Nathan Ake as the only absentee.

Robbie Brady will face a late fitness test after suffering a hamstring injury against Palace, while Dale Stephens is also a doubt and Jack Cork remains sidelined.

Manchester City vs Burnley Preview

Although keen to protect his star striker’s fitness, Pep Guardiola will be desperate to have Aguero back on the pitch considering his side’s struggles in front of goal this season – scoring just 10 times in the opening eight league matches.

This encounter provides the perfect opportunity to significantly improve on that record considering the Clarets have leaked 24 goals in their last six visits to this stadium.

The hosts are unlikely to have too much trouble at the other end of the pitch either, given their opponents have only scored four goals in eight games this league season and found the net just once in the most recent five.

Manchester City vs Burnley Tips and Predictions

All in all, odds of 6/5 (2.20) look like solid value on City winning by at least three clear goals for their eighth match in 10 against Burnley, as well as their sixth in a row on home turf.

All odds correct at time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Matches involving these sides have been among the highest-scoring in the Premier League this season and that trend looks set to continue this weekend

Everton welcome Leeds United to Goodison Park on Saturday afternoon with Carlo Ancelotti’s men aiming to record their third home win of the Premier League season.

The Toffees ended a run of three consecutive defeats last weekend with a victory at Fulham, while Leeds have won just one of their last six matches after a strong start.

Everton vs Leeds United Latest Odds

Marcelo Bielsa’s side lost 4-1 at Crystal Palace in their last away game, yet their previous two matches on the road had brought two victories.

The Elland Road outfit can be backed at 14/5 (3.80) with bet365, while a home win is offered at 19/20 (1.95) and the draw at 13/5 (3.60).

Everton vs Leeds United Team News

Everton are without Seamus Coleman, Jean-Philippe Gbamin and Lucas Digne, meaning there could be a start for Niels Nkounkou at left-back.

Long-term absentees Gaetano Berardi and Adam Forshaw are still out for Leeds, who are currently assessing Jamie Shackleton, Pablo Hernandez and Diego Llorente.

Everton vs Leeds United Preview

Matches involving these two sides this season have been some of the highest-scoring in the Premier League and another goal-filled encounter looks likely this weekend.

Everton’s games have averaged 3.89 goals this term while for Leeds the figure is 3.44 – both well above the league average of 3.01.

Bielsa’s men have scored in all four of their away matches, while the Merseysiders have netted 12 goals at home – the second-highest total in the division.

Indeed, backing goals in Everton’s matches has been a profitable venture over the last few weeks, with seven of their last eight league matches seeing over 2.5 goals, and against a side that have a strong scoring record themselves there should be plenty of interest in backing a repeat.

Everton vs Leeds United Tips and Predictions

Over 2.5 goals is priced at 8/13 (1.53) but if we combine that selection with both teams to score the odds rise to a more appealing 10/11 (1.91).

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This bet has paid out in seven of Everton’s last eight league games, as well as in two of Leeds’ last three clashes, and looks a shrewd selection for a meeting between two of the Premier League’s highest-scoring outfits. 

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The Spanish champions boast a strong record in their own stadium and we think their struggling opponents will be no match for them this weekend

Real Madrid welcome Alaves to the Estadio Alfredo di Stefano on Saturday evening with Zinedine Zidane’s side aiming to get back to winning ways in La Liga.

Los Blancos have failed to claim victory in each of their last two domestic games, but are clear favourites for three points against a Basque side who have won just four of their last 27 away games.

Real Madrid vs Alaves Latest Odds

The Spanish champions are offered at 1/3 (1.33) with bet365 to record their sixth win of the season, while Alaves can be backed at 8/1 (9.00) to win at Real Madrid for the first time in 20 years.

The draw is available at 17/4 (5.25).

Real Madrid vs Alaves Team News

The hosts remain without captain Sergio Ramos, while midfielder Fede Valverde is also sidelined. Striker Karim Benzema has missed the last two matches and could be out this weekend as well, while Luka Jovic tested positive for coronavirus.

Alaves captain Manu Garcia has also tested positive for coronavirus and former Real Madrid youth-team player Burgui is a doubt. Pere Pons is a long-term absentee.

Real Madrid vs Alaves Preview

Los Blancos come into the game after an excellent showing in the Champions League on Wednesday evening which saw them comfortably overcome Inter by a 2-0 scoreline.

Despite a purported lack of goal-threat, Madrid have scored in 11 of their last 12 matches in all competitions and should be too strong for an Alaves side that have won just two of their 10 games this term.

The Vitoria-based team had one of the worst attacking records in the division last season, managing just 34 goals in 38 games, and this season they are likely to be among the least-prolific sides in the Spanish top-flight.

They are unlikely to be able to contribute to a high-scoring clash, while Madrid will be keen to get the game won with the minimum of fuss given their upcoming trip to Ukraine against Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League. 

Real Madrid vs Alaves Tips and Predictions

Zidane’s side have won 12 of their last 15 home league games, and 10 of those victories have seen under 3.5 goals. Backing the hosts to win and fewer than four goals in the game is priced at 6/5 (2.20) and should be an appealing selection.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The South Korean international has formed a lethal combination with Harry Kane this season, and Al Hain-Cole is backing him to fire past the Blues

After putting Manchester City to the sword in a clinical display last time out, Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min will be aiming to inflict more damage when Tottenham visit Chelsea on Sunday.

The star duo have scored 16 goals between them in the opening nine Premier League fixtures, with Kane providing nine assists alongside his seven goals.

Despite firing just once in his last seven matches against the Blues, the England captain is his side’s 9/2 (5.50) favourite with bet365 to open the scoring at Stamford Bridge and priced at 13/10 (2.30) to strike anytime.

However, Son looks a far more generous bet at 9/4 (3.25) anytime, having found the net 11 times in 11 starts in all competitions this campaign.

Gareth Bale has been more of a supporting act since his high profile summer return to North London but is available at 9/4 (3.25) to steal some headlines for himself with a goal here.

Although four strikes in his first nine league matches is a respectable return, it is fair to say that it seems the best is yet to come for star summer signing Timo Werner at Stamford Bridge.

Having opened his account for his new club in September’s 1-1 Carabao Cup draw against this same opposition, the Germany international is the 4/1 (5.00) front runner to break the deadlock and on offer at 6/5 (2.20) to score anytime once again.

Werner has actually been deployed on the left by Frank Lampard so far, with Tammy Abraham tasked with leading the line through the middle.

On target in three of his last four outings, the 23-year-old is available at 6/4 (2.50) to extend that fine run with another goal here.

Hakim Ziyech’s arrival in the summer was slightly overshadowed by other signings and the fact he was carrying an injury when the season began.

However, having shown his quality with some highly effective recent performances, the former Ajax man is on offer at 12/5 (3.40) to really endear himself to the Chelsea fans with a goal against the London rivals.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The hosts have an extraordinary home record against the side from Pamplona and we are backing another high-scoring home win at Camp Nou on Sunday

Barcelona are aiming for an improvement in their fortunes in La Liga when they host Osasuna at Camp Nou on Sunday. 

Ronald Koeman’s men have won just one of their last six matches in the Spanish top-flight, meaning the have picked up just 11 points from a possible 24 this season.

The visitors to Catalonia this weekend are an Osasuna side who recorded a 2-1 win when they last played at Camp Nou in July, a result which ended the Catalans’ title hopes.

Barcelona vs Osasuna Latest Odds

Prior to their visit to the Camp Nou this summer, Osasuna had an awful record in this fixture, losing 7-1, 7-0, 5-1 and 8-0 in their previous four attempts.

The side from Pamplona are offered at 10/1 (11.00) with bet365 while Barca can be backed at 1/4 (1.25) with the draw at 5/1 (6.00).

Barcelona vs Osasuna Team news

The hosts have a number of players missing with Gerard Pique, Ansu Fati, Sergi Roberto, Samuel Umtiti and Ronaldo Araujo all out injured, whilst Sergio Busquets is also a doubt after missing the last two games.

Osasuna meanwhile also have plenty of absentees with defender David Garcia joining strikers Chimy Avila, Brandon Thomas and Adrian Lopez on the sidelines. Jonathan Calleri is a doubt with a knee problem. 

Barcelona vs Osasuna Preview

There are plenty of question marks surrounding this Barcelona side, yet if they could have hand-picked a fixture for them to gain some confidence it might have been this one.

Osasuna have been on the end of some enormous defeats in recent years at  Camp Nou and they will be wary of a Barca team that have a point to prove.

Furthermore, Jagoba Arrasate’s men have not scored an away goal since early September and their injury problems in attack just further hinder the chances of another shock.

Barcelona have failed to win twice at home this season but those clashes were against Real Madrid and Sevilla, with the visitors on Sunday not the same calibre of opponent.

There should be plenty of interest in backing the hosts to win and rack up the goals in the process, something which they have had no problem in doing against Osasuna in the past.

Barcelona vs Osasuna Tips and Predictions

Barca to win and over 3.5 goals in the game is priced at 6/5 (2.20) and has paid out in both of the Catalans’ home wins in La Liga this season. 

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Matches involving these two sides have been some of the lowest scoring in the Premier League this season and we are backing that run to continue

Arsenal welcome Wolves to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday with Mikel Arteta’s side looking to improve their Premier League form.

The Gunners have won just one of their last five matches, scoring just one goal during that run and at home, the side from north London have lost back-to-back league games for the first time this year.

Wolves, for their part, have won two of their four games on the road this term and recorded a 1-1 draw on their last visit to this stadium back in July.

Arsenal vs Wolves Latest Odds

Arteta’s men have won all four of their European games this season and will be hoping to transfer that form to the Premier League here.

Their most recent success came on Thursday evening away to Molde and bet365 offer another win for the hosts this Sunday at 21/20 (2.05).

Wolves are available at 11/4 (3.75), with the draw at 12/5 (3.40).

Arsenal vs Wolves Team News

Nicolas Pepe, Pablo Mari, Sead Kolasinac, Mohamed Elneny and Gabriel Martinelli are all ruled out for this weekend’s clash. Furthermore, David Luiz and Willian are currently being assessed and Thomas Partey is unlikely to feature.

The visitors are without Jonny Castro and Romain Saiss while Conor Coady is self-isolating due to coronavirus.

Arsenal vs Wolves Preview 

Arsenal’s solitary goal in their last 450 minutes of Premier League action came from the penalty spot at Old Trafford and it is no secret that the Gunners are struggling currently in the final third.

Their laboured 0-0 draw at Leeds last weekend saw the capital club toil without ever really looking like scoring, especially after Pepe was sent off, and that is a trend that could continue this weekend.

The Gunners’ matches in the Premier League this term have averaged 2.11 goals, the second-lowest total in the division, while Wolves’ games have also averaged the same number of strikes.

As well, none of Wolves’ last six games have seen over 2.5 goals and so opposing goals at the weekend makes plenty of sense.

Arsenal vs Wolves Tips and Predictions

Under 2.5 goals is offered at 8/13 (1.53) but those odds rise to a healthy 21/20 (2.05) when combined with both teams to score ‘no’. 

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Ralph Hasenhuttl's side are unbeaten in their last seven Premier League matches but that record could be under threat against the Red Devils on Sunday

Southampton are looking to make it eight Premier League games without defeat for the first time since 2013 when they host Manchester United on Sunday afternoon.

Currently fifth in the league, the Saints started with two losses but have recovered impressively to win five of their last seven games.

It will certainly be a tricky test against a United side that has won two league games in a row for the first time this season, and who will also be buoyed after their 4-1 Champions League victory in midweek.

Southampton vs Manchester United Latest Odds

Despite their long unbeaten run, bet365 make Southampton 3/1 (4.0) outsiders to beat the Red Devils for the first time since January 2016.

United, though, have won on just one of their last four visits to St Mary’s Stadium but are 19/20 (1.95) favourites to pick up the three points.

Four of the last five top-flight meetings between these teams have finished in a draw and the online bookmaker go 5/2 (3.50) that they split the points once again.

Southampton vs Manchester United Team News

Key striker Danny Ings is still out for the Saints while Nathan Redmond is also injured. Otherwise, Ralph Hasenhuttl has a fully fit squad to choose from.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Victor Lindelof both face late fitness tests, while Paul Pogba and Scott McTominay are “very unlikely” to play, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirmed in his pre-match press conference.

Southampton vs Manchester United Preview

For all United’s inconsistencies this season, their bright spark has been away from Old Trafford where they have a 100 per cent record, with three of their four Premier League wins being on the road.

Those three games have seen them score 10 of their 13 goals in the division and although Southampton have kept three consecutive clean sheets on home turf, two of those came against the least effective attacks in the league in West Brom and Newcastle.

However, Hasenhuttl will still back his side to have plenty of joy in front goal considering they have scored twice in each of their home games this season whilst United have not managed an away clean sheet yet.

Southampton vs Manchester United Tips and Predictions

It looks set to be an action-packed Premier League clash at St Mary’s Stadium and the 4/5 (1.80) on over 2.5 goals from bet365 could pay dividends for the fourth United away game in a row.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Having already secured impressive results in big matches this season, Al Hain-Cole expects Mourinho's men to at least avoid defeat against the Blues

Chelsea will be aiming to overhaul Tottenham at the top of the Premier League table when the sides meet at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

The Blues go into the weekend in third place, two points adrift of their London rivals who are sitting pretty in pole position after six wins from nine games so far.

Chelsea vs Tottenham Latest Odds

Having come out on top in four of their last five home league matches against this opposition, Chelsea are 21/20 (2.05) favourites with bet365 to leapfrog them with a big win here.

However, Jose Mourinho has seen his team win four out of four away matches in the league so far this campaign and can be backed at 13/5 (3.60) to extend that 100 per record by coming back to haunt his former club with a victory.

The sides needed a penalty shootout to separate them when they met in North London in September’s League Cup clash, and you can get odds of 5/2 (3.50) on them remaining all square after 90 minutes once again.

Chelsea vs Tottenham Team News

Kai Havertz is left out despite recovering his bout of Covid-19, leaving the injured Christian Pulisic as the only absentee for the hosts.

Harry Winks and Japhet Tanganga are both out, while Toby Alderweireld and Erik Lamela were definitely ruled out due to injury.

Chelsea XI: Mendy; James, Zouma, Thiago Silva, Chilwell; Kovacic, Kante, Mount; Werner, Abraham, Ziyech

Spurs XI: Lloris; Aurier, Rodon, Dier, Reguilon; Hojbjerg, Sissoko, Ndombele; Bergwijn, Son, Kane

Chelsea vs Tottenham Preview

Although Frank Lampard’s men will be in confident spirits after winning each of their last six matches in all competitions, they should be in for a stern test against their former manager’s in-form team.

While Spurs’ impressive start to the league campaign has already seen them thrash Manchester United 6-1 at Old Trafford and record a highly professional victory over Manchester City, their opponents’ five wins have all come against teams currently in the bottom half.

In fact, four of their five defeated opponents go into this weekend in the bottom six, making this game Chelsea’s biggest challenge since they were outplayed by Liverpool in a 2-0 home defeat back in September.

Chelsea vs Tottenham Tips and Predictions

Given their current form and excellent results in big matches so far this campaign, odds of 8/11 (1.73) look like solid value on Tottenham maintaining some breathing space by at least avoiding defeat.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Despite looking slightly fragile at the back recently, Al Hain-Cole expects the Foxes' superior firepower to see they to victory over Parker's men

Leicester City have the chance to move level on points at the top of the Premier League table when they welcome Fulham to the King Power Stadium on Monday.

The Foxes are three points adrift of top two Tottenham and Liverpool, who they lost out to 3-0 in their last league fixture.

Leicester City vs Fulham Latest Odds

Nevertheless, they are clear 1/2 (1.50) favourites with bet365 to move ahead of Jurgen Klopp’s champions on goal difference by coming out on top in this one.

Scott Parker’s men have claimed just four points from their opening nine matches since returning to the top flight, but can be backed at 11/2 (6.50) to move out of the relegation zone with a shock win here.

The hosts came from behind three times to draw 3-3 with Braga in Thursday’s Europa League game, and you can get odds of 10/3 (4.33) on them being forced to settle for a single point once again.

Leicester City vs Fulham Team News

Timothy Castagne could return after missing the Anfield defeat with a slight hamstring issue, although Daniel Amartey, Caglar Soyuncu, Wilfred Ndidi and Ricardo Pereira remain sidelined.

Josh Onomah, Terence Kongolo and Kenny Tete are all injured for the guests, although Aboubakar Kamara is back in contention following a ban.

Leicester City vs Fulham Preview

After seeing his side’s defence dismantled in an emphatic defeat against Liverpool, Brendan Rodgers may have been slightly concerned at shipping another three goals in Portugal in midweek.

These signs of defensive frailty will certainly provide encouragement for the Cottagers, who have found the net in all but one of their last five league matches and looked fairly threatening in their 3-2 defeat against Everton last time out.

However, Fulham’s chances of earning anything at the King Power Stadium are likely to be foiled by their own defensive issues – having conceded more goals than any other team in the division despite playing one match fewer than most.

Leicester City vs Fulham Tips and Predictions

Having scored three goals or more in three of their last five fixtures, odds of 5/4 (2.25) seem generous on Leicester’s superior attacking quality providing them with all three points in a sixth match in seven against this opposition that features over 2.5 goals.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The meeting between these two sides earlier in the Champions League was a high-scoring clash and we are backing the goals to flow once more on Tuesday

Real Madrid can secure qualification into the next round of the Champions League when they visit Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League on Tuesday evening.

A win for the 13-time European champions would secure their place in the last 16 but Los Blancos will be wary of the Ukranian champions who beat them 3-2 in the reverse fixture on matchday one.

Shakhtar Donetsk vs Real Madrid Latest Odds

Despite claiming a victory in the previous meeting between these two sides, Shakhtar are clear outsiders at 15/2 (8.50) by bet365.

The visitors have won just four of their last 10 games in all competitions but are offered at 3/10 (1.30) with the draw available at 5/1 (6.00).

Shakhtar Donestk vs Real Madrid Team News

The La Liga side have a number of injury concerns with Dani Carvajal, Fede Valverde, Sergio Ramos and Karim Benzema all missing Saturday night’s defeat to Alaves, whilst Eden Hazard had to leave the game after 30 minutes with a knock..

The hosts look set to have more players available than when they visited the Spanish capital in September, although Davit Khocholava, Yevhen Konoplyanka, Viktor Korniienko, and Dentinho are all set to be sidelined. 

Shakhtar Donetsk vs Real Madrid Preview

Following a much-needed 2-0 win in Milan against Inter last week, Madrid suffered a shock 2-1 home loss to Alaves at Saturday evening to continue their inconsistent run which has seen them win only four of their last 10 games.

The defensive solidity that was the backbone of last season’s domestic title success has evaporated, with the clean sheet in Italy their only shutout in those 10 games, although going forward they are strong with 19 goals during that time.

Shakhtar, meanwhile, have not scored in the Champions League since their victory in Spain but the ease with which they created chances on matchday one will give them confidence that they can cause Madrid problems once again.

Shakhtar Donetsk vs Real Madrid Tips and Predictions

Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals is priced at just 4/6 (1.66) which gives an indication of what is expected from this game.

For higher odds, though, backing both teams to score in the first half at 5/2 (3.50) looks like a more interesting option. 

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