Holland Eredivisie - AZ Alkmaar vs NEC Nijmegen

 

 

Analysis:

Eredivisie - Round 3, 19:00 UK Time, 01 Sep 2022, AZ Alkmaar goes head to head against  NEC Nijmegen at AFAS Stadion, Alkmaar Netherlands.

 

AZ Alkmaar

No other possibility that AZ Alkmaar will secure the win against NEC Nijmegen as they have not lost any single game since the beginning of the season. AZ have secured all home games in five attempts and has scored a total of 17 goals in their last five matches. Chances against NEC are at 98% to win the game at tomorrow's match. AZ has been awarded the most penalties in the competition (1).

 

NEC Nijmegen

Nijmegen may have failed a couple of times in their last five matches but their player Lasse is ranked 3rd in big chances created at the competition bringing a clean chance for the team at tomorrow's game. They have not kept any clean sheet in the competition and have played five matches (W2, L2, D1), which NEC has always scored against AZ Alkmaar in their last two meetings.

 

Verdict

Both teams have always had a way against each other and both have also scored each other, chances remain that AZ has what it takes to secure the win.

 

Pick: BTTS

 

Prediction: 1

​France Ligue 1 -- Lens vs Lorient Game Preview

 

 

Analysis:

When Lens welcomes Lorient to Stade Bollaert-Delelis on Wednesday, two unbeaten Ligue 1 clubs will square off.

 

Lens

The next triumph came over the weekend when Lens made a 2-1 victory over Rennes. Lens have now gone 12 games without a loss in Ligue 1, including last season, so they will be feeling confident going into the midweek match. They presently tied for third place with league leaders PSG and second-placed Marseille in terms of points.

 

Lorient

After being undefeated in their previous five league games, Lorient hope to extend their own winning streak. Their first home game of the season was against Clermont on Sunday, and a late Ibrahima Kone penalty shot helped them draw 2-2 with Toulouse. Lorient have had a strong start to the season, but they had only won one of their previous six away league games.

 

Prediction

Despite the fact that neither team has lost this season, I believe that Lens will defeat the visitors on Wednesday because to the fact that they have won both of their home games. Lorient had lost all four of their previous away games. Further, they have conceded a total of seven goals in their previous three away games against Lens. With all of these insights in mind, Lens are likely to provide a strong performance.

 

Pick: Lens -1

BTTS

Italian Serie A - AS Roma vs Monza Prediction

 

 

Analysis:

Monza will play for their fourth Serie A match at Rome Stadio Olimpico on Tuesday.

 

AS Roma

They won the championship of UEFA Conference League under the management of Jose Mourinho. In the last game, they tied with Juventus 1-1. So far, they have got 2W-1D this season, sitting in the sixth place with the same points as the first.

 

Monza

They have just been promoted this year. They obviously cannot adjust to the League because they lose their first three games in a row. Now they rank at the bottom of the League table.

 

Verdict:

AS Roma are better than Monza. What’s more, AS Roma are on a run while Monza are in a poor state. It is undoubted that AS Roma are going to win in the coming mathc.

 

Pick: 1

 

O/U Pick: Over 2.75

Norway Adeccoligaen - Brann vs Ranheim IL

 

 

Analysis:

Mon, 29 Aug 2022, 16:59 UK Time, Brann goes head to head against Ranheim IL at Brann Stadion Bergen Norway.

 

Brann

Brann has set a record for the longest clean sheet at home and ranked 1st in goals scored per match with a total of 15 goals in their last five matches. The team has gone five straight wins both home and away and also created the most chances in the competition. Their opponent was able to defeat them in 2019 and they secure a win against the same year and next.

 

Ranheim IL

Have drawn their last two matches and their match against Brann is a difficult match, they had an average of 0.8% against Brann. They have played five matches (W2, D2, L1) and scored a total of 6 goals in their last five matches.

 

Verdict

Brann's performance shocked the whole team in the competition and they more advantage of Ranheim to win the match.

 

Pick: 1

Prediction: OVER 2.5

England Premier League - Wolves v Newcastle United

 

 

Analysis:

Wolves start to fade away as they struggle to win games in the Premier League, with just 1 goal scored in 3 games, the host is begging to take the 1st win at home this season as they take on in-form Magpies.

 

Newcastle United showed resilience against Man City with a 3-3 draw last week had boosted their morale, the Magpies are unbeaten this season making their best start in the Premier League in over 20 years!

 

Early stage as I expect odds will drop on Newcastle, take Away AH (0) as a safe bet.

 

Scouting Info

Angie added a watch list on Newcastle United this season, as I expect the mega-rich Saudi owner will pour money in to invest in new players. I suspect Newcastle could finish in the Top 10 this season. Perhaps with a miracle, Europa Conference League next season!

England Premier League - Arsenal v Fulham

 

 

Analysis:

Briefing:

Is Arsenal going to win the Premier League finally? You must be dreaming, the Gunners are set to make it a 100% perfect start into the season as bookies expect Arsenal to beat Fulham in this London derby game.

 

Fulham lost to lowly Crowley Town 2-0 in midweek league cup as one of the shock defeats, perhaps Fulham did not care the cup run as they are focusing on league status this season.

 

Arsenal scored 9 goals in first 3 Legaue Games had been unstoppable with Garbiel Jesus made a sweet move to Arsenal in the summer, and firepower is skyrocketing for the happy Gunners. I expect today they will continue to fire their cannon at Fulham, a goal rush game is expected since worldwide bookies upgraded the Asian Goal Line from 2.75 to 3.25 goals. This is firmly in line with my expectation as money pouring on the Goal Market!

 

Recommendation:

Over 3.5 goals @ 2.20 with BET365 - this would be a standard bet, with Over 2.5 goals odds at 1.50 simply not fill my appetite!

UEFA Europa Conference League - Viborg Vs West Ham United Prediction

 

 

Analysis:

Viborg will go face to face West Ham United in another fixture from the Europa Conference League qualification finals on 24, August at Viborg's home ground, Energi Viborg Arena.

 

Viborg

Viborg have not even been one of the top teams in their national league over the past year but the team definitely improved since the start of the new year and campaign. Last season, Viborg finished in 7th position while this season, they will definitely be fighting for the championship. They are a strong side with an extremely better attack and their main stronghold is in playing at home. West Ham United will not have an easy task in this second leg fixture.

 

West Ham United

West Ham United have been re-building and remolding for a while now and we have seen the fruits of their hard work. They had a great first half of the previous season and we expected them to fight for the Champions League spots. They failed but still get a chance to play in the UEFA Europa Conference League with a win here. The team has problems in defense line also problems in attack too despite all the new signings.

 

Verdict:

it is rather, not worth hoping on West Ham United to win this match after a 3-1 victory in the first match and their current overall shape. West Ham United at the moment have been struggling a lot. The team is among three teams in the first five divisions of England that have not yet scored a single goal after three rounds of the new season. They managed to score three against Viborg but their form is absolutely terrible. On the other side, Viborg have not lost a match at home ground since February. There is a lot of value in the home double chance here.

 

1x2 Pick: 1X

 

BTTS: Yes

England League Cup - Leeds United vs Barnsley Prediction

 

 

Analysis:

Leeds will play against Barnsley for England League Cup Round 2 at Elland Road Stadium on Wednesday.

 

Leeds United

Although there has been a significant lineup change, they work well together and communicate well, beating Wolves, Southampton, and Chelsea. It is a good chance for them to succeed. That won't be missed.

 

Barnsley

They are still performing poorly this season despite being demoted from the English Championship. They now hold the sixteenth spot in the League rankings. They won't put much effort into the Cup because they don't play well as guests and need some time to adjust themselves.

 

Verdict:

Leeds are in form while Barnsley are in a poor state. Besides, Leeds take the upper hand over Barnsley in the past head to head games with a four-match winning streak. Thus Leeds will probably win in the coming match.

 

Pick: Leeds United -1.75

UEFA Europa Conference League - APOEL Nicosia vs Djurgardens Preview and Prediction

 

Analysis:

APOEL Nicosia will be faced with Djurgardens in the second leg of the playoff qualifier on Europa Conference League.

 

APOEL Nicosia

APOEL Nicosia have won the Cypriot Premier League champions for 28 times, but they only finished third last season. In the first leg of this contest, they suffered a 0-3 defeat at Djurgardens.

 

Djurgardens

Djurgardens have had 15 match unbeaten run in all competitions after they drew Varbergs BoIS FC with 2-2 in last League game. On their domestic League, they had an 11-5-3 record and led the League table with 38 points.

 

Verdict:

Djurgardens have won twelve of their 15 unbeaten matches and will protect a three goal advantage from the first leg. My prediction is Djurgardens to win.

 

1X2 Pick: 2

Italian Serie A - AS Roma vs Cremonese

 

 

Analysis:

Series A, 22 Aug 2022, 17:30 UK Time,- AS Roma and Cremonese will play against each other at Stadio Olimpico(Roma).

 

AS Roma

Under the management of Jose Mourinho, Roma has made it so far in the league, and their matches have been impressive to the fan. Roma made a summer signing to improve their striking force and they won their last match. The team has the chance to win against Cremonese in tomorrow's game as they have done since 1996.

 

Cremonese

They are facing a tough team Roma and their previous meeting has not been so great. They lost their last match even with the heavy scoring goals but remain low when they play against Roma. Hopefully, they score or even take the chance.

 

Verdict

Roma has not played against the team since 1996 and hopefully, they still got what it takes to secure the win but will not be easy for them.

 

Pick: 1

 

Prediction: UNDER 4.5

English Premier League - Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa Prediction

 

 

Analysis:

Crystal Palace

Season after season, Crystal Palace is not in the first half of the table in the English Premier League, but they still routinely manage their best to stay in the elite. It is much possible that it will be the same occurrence this season because they showed quality performance in the previous round by drawing 1-1 against Liverpool FC. Not a many predicted that Crystal Palace would be able end their losing streak against Liverpool but They were well organised and frustrated Klopp and co-players. An effort from Zaha against the run of play put Crystal Palace 1-0 up at the halftime and things went from bad to worse for the Liverpool in the 57th-minutes when Darwin Nunez was shown a straight red card. However, shortly after that, Diaz leveled for Liverpool and Crystal Palace had to see out the remaining time to make sure they took home a share of the spoils. The season is long, but it seems that some players such as Eze and Zaha can be of great support.

 

Aston Villa

Aston Villa had great ambitions last season, but it was noticeable that they burned themselves out in too much desire. This season Aston Villa is once again very competitive. Aston Villa were given much of a test by Everton last outing, well, not in the first half at least, as Ings scored just after the half-hour mark to put the home side 1-0 up at the break. Everton created the better chances in the second half but a goal from substitute Buendia put Villa 2-0 up 4-minutes from time. Everton continued to push forward and pulled a goal back via an own goal from their former player Digne and the visitors nearly pitched a point at the death but Villa held on to see out their 2-1 victory. With the victory over Everton, they made up for the loss against Bournemouth in the last round.

 

Verdict:

Both matches of the Crystal Palace at the beginning of the season ended in a low scoring. The last time when these both teams met final score was 1-1 and something similar is expected here. Aston Villa comes to London with at least one point and should not be expected to push too hard in attack. One point would be enough for both teams, so a home win double chance will be very good alternative option in this match.

 

O/U Goals: Under 2.5 Goals

 

1x2 Pick: 1X

German Bundesliga - Borussia Monchengladbach Vs Hertha Berlin Prediction

 

 

Analysis:

Borussia Monchengladbach and Hertha Berlin are set on collision course this Friday, 19th August at Stadion Borussia Park.

 

Borussia Monchengladbach

Borussia Monchengladbach are hoping to maintain their good start to the new Bundesliga season. Borussia Monchengladbach were denied a second win in as many matches when they conceded an injury time equalizer at Schalke past weekend. With confidence in their ranks climbing, Borussia Monchengladbach look ready to source for more points against an unconvincing Hertha Berlin outfit on Friday. Borussia Monchengladbach beat Die Alte Dame 2-0 at Stadion Borussia Park in March and they have the tactics to produce a similar result in this game.

 

Hertha Berlin

Hertha Berlin are unconvincing, they do not look like they are ready to challenge the dominance of the home team, given that their defensive line has not looked like its best in the recent past. Hertha Berlin have a long record of injured players in their squad which includes the likes of Marvin Plattenhardt, Omar Alderete, Myziane Maolida, Jessic Ngankam and Kelian Wa Saka among others. All of these players will not be present for obvious reasons in this match against Borussia Monchengladbach on Friday.

 

Verdict:

Borussia Monchengladbach have been undefeated in their last five games. They are currently the favourites to win this game. I expect the home team to win this game.

 

1x2 Pick: 1

UEFA Europa League - Apollon Limassol FC vs Olympiakos Piraeus Prediction

 

 

Analysis:

Apollon Limassol FC

After a disappointing pre-season campaign, Apollon Limassol FC failed to show a real battle against Maccabi Haifa in the penultimate round of UEFA Champions League qualifying as they suffered a 2-4 aggregate defeat. However, Apollon Limassol FC built the much needed motivation, as they secured a comfortable 2-0 landslide victory over Omonia Nicosia FC in the Cyprus Super league Cup, therefore they will want to prove themselves in front of their own fans. The last and only moment when both teams met was in year 2011, and then the match finished in a 1-1 draw. Despite a 0-4 loss in the 1st leg against Maccabi Haifa, Apollon Limassol FC tried to turn the result in their favor, but that 2-0 triumph was not enough.

 

Olympiakos Piraeus

Olympiakos Piraeus had a generally poor pre-season campaign, and to make worsen the matter, they suffered an embarrassment in the UEFA Champions League qualifiers, yielding to Maccabi on a 1-5 aggregate. After that elimination, Olympiakos Piraeus appointed Carlos Corberán as their new coach, but even under him, Olympiakos Piraeus did not show any sign of positive results, as they managed to eliminate Slovan Bratislava just after a penalty shootout. Olympiakos Piraeus has faced huge setback in the back line, not only during the pre-season, but also in their various competitive games, where they conceded at least one goal in all 4 matches so far. In fact, Olympiakos Piraeus defense has looked too leaky, as they have failed to keep a clean sheet in 13 of their past 15 matches across all competitions.

 

Verdict:

This duel on Thursday will be their first competitive clash between both teams. Apollon Limassol FC should take advantage of visitors' lack of defensive stability, while the visitors side has a powerful and enough attacks to find the net. I expect both teams to score.

 

GG/BTTS: Yes

​AH Handicap commonly useful knowledge

 

 

Don't want to waste time reading too long? remember these points, will make you understand the AH Handicap!

 

1.There is not much difference between the two sides, away team handicap -0.25 or -0.5, means support the away team.

 

2.Handicap 0.25 up to 0.5, but with high odds, the side with +0.5 is better.

 

3.Handicap 1 down to 0.75 with high odds, at 3 hours before the game start, +0.75 is better.

 

4.The stronger side keep 0.75 with low odds, they probably not win this game.

 

5.Home team is in good shape recently, but handicap only 0 against the away team with equal strength, that means support the away team.

 

6.Top 3 team against the bottom 3 team, handicap is lower -1.5, which means support the weaker side.

England Championship - Queens Park Rangers (QPR) vs Blackpool Prediction

 

 

Analysis:

Loftus Road Stadium will host a game between Queens Park Rangers and Blackpool on the evening of Tuesday.

 

Queens Park Rangers (QPR)

This season, they have a record of 1W-1D-1L and are tenth in the League standings. With an average goal differential of zero, they place more emphasis on offense than defense. They have two draws continuously in the most recent games.

 

Blackpool

They have a strong start to the year by defeating Reading at home 1-0. However, they have gone three games without a victory and scoring a goal. According to data from the previous season, they do poorly on the road, with a 22% away win rate.

 

Verdict:

There’s a gap between two sides. QPR take the upper hand over Blackpool in the past head to head games with 4W-5D-1L. What’s more, QPR have the home advantage. So the victory is tending to the host.

 

Pick: 1

 

Portugal Primeira Liga - Maritimo vs GD Chaves Preview and Prediction

 

 

Analysis:

Maritimo and GD Chaves will square off at the Estadio dos Barreiros on Monday’s Portugal Primeira Liga.

 

Maritimo

Maritimo have enjoyed a good pre-season campaign, and they won the last 2 Friendly games, with wining over Leixoes and Santa Clara. However, they suffered a 1-5 away loss at the hands of FC Porto in the opening round of the new season, and now they haven’t got a win in 5 League games across the seasons since the middle of April.

 

GD Chaves

GD Chaves promoted into Portuguese top flight last season a 2-1 aggregate victory over Moreirense in the promotion playoffs after finishing 3rd in the Segunda Liga. In the new League, they failed to win the first round when they were beaten by Vitoria de Guimaraes with 0-1 at home.

 

Verdict:

Maritimo is a more superior and experienced team than their rival. And they have won past three home games in all competitions. My prediction is Maritimo would get a narrow win by this round.

 

1X2 Pick: 1

 

England Championship - Sunderland A.F.C vs Queens Park Rangers (QPR) Prediction

 

Analysis:

Sunderland A.F.C

It took Sunderland long period of time to fall back into the England Championship but they have made a great start in their bid to remain there. Sunderland getting back in the second tier of English football is a good thing for the league given the size of their club and the way they kick start the season shows they belong at this level. At least this game should be a decent confrontation in front of a great crowd.

 

Queens Park Rangers (QPR)

Queens Park Rangers (QPR) have only managed to win one of their league games. However, with 3 competitive games played QPR notably was unable to win either of the 2 games on the road, they were defeated on opening day to Blackburn Rovers and were knocked out from the League Cup after losing to League One side Charlton Athletic on penalties. Queens Park Rangers maybe have set their sights on a top six finish at the beginning of this season, but it already looks like they will have their work cut out to make that a perfect reality. Anyway, it is still very early and a victory in this clash would quickly put their past 2 away matches in the rear view mirror.

 

Verdict :

Sunderland A.F.C have really made a strong start back in the Championship having taken 4 good points from their first 2 matches and they will hope to bank another three points when the referee blows the final whistle. I quite believe believe this will be a low scoring affair. Sunderland have not seen 3 goals in the past four home game. Meanwhile QPR last five away games fall under the 2.5 goals cut off. The last 3 H2H duel between both teams have also seen under 2.5 goals.

 

1x2 Pick: 1X

 

O/U Goals: Under 3.5 Goals

English Premier League - Manchester City vs Bournemouth AFC Prediction

 

 

Analysis:

Recently promoted Bournemouth AFC will be the opposition at the Etihad Stadium this weekend for matchweek-2 English Premier League clash and may have given Guardiola a take home assignment following their 2-0 victory over Aston Villa. Both teams are hoping to move on with the momentum of the good start of the new campaign.

 

Manchester City

Manchester City truly put behind them the disappointment of their Community Shield defeat by securing all 3 points at the home soil of West Ham United last weekend. Newly signed, Erling Haaland was taken down on a bid for a goal and stepped up to convert the resulting spot-kick in the 36th minute and Manchester City led 1-0 at half time. Fast forward to the 65th minute, De Bruyne put Erling Haaland through on goal and the 6' 5″ striker slide the ball into the bottom corner of the net to help his side claim a comfortable 2-0 victory. Manchester City will come into round 2 fully prepared.

 

Bournemouth AFC

Bournemouth AFC resumed in the English Premier League with a bang, taking the lead at home soil to Aston Villa through Lerma after just two minutes. Aston Villa looked poor in the final third and Bournemouth AFC took full advantage, making it 2-0 and bagging all 3 points, thanks to a first English Premier League goal for Kieffer Moore.

 

Verdict:

In three of the last five league meetings between Manchester City and Bournemouth AFC Over 3.5 goals have been scored and goals are expected to flow once again this weekend. Three of Manchester City's last six matches across all competitions have produced over 3.5 goals and they will be looking to put in a top performance in front of their own fans after losing to Liverpool in the Community Shield. Hopefully, Erling Haaland will manage and score at least two goals against Bournemouth AFC.

 

AH Pick: Manchester City -1

 

O/U Goals: Over 3 Goals

UEFA Europa League - Synot Slovacko vs Fenerbahce Predictions

 

 

Analysis:

Synot Slovacko and Fenerbahce faced each other in the 1st game of the matchup last week. In that match, Fenerbahce came out victorious with a 3-0 scoreline.

 

Synot Slovacko

After playing two opening matches without a win in the new campaign, Synot Slovacko finally achieved success last weekend 1-0 at home ground against Hradec Kralove. Nevertheless, the squad where not left without many problems, like in the past matches, they managed to make Improvement in defense as they did not leak any goals this time, but it is still difficult to expect them to have triumph against a much stronger Fenerbahce. Synot Slovacko have obvious problems in defensive line. They have leaked 5 goals in 2 matches before a victory against Hradec Kralove. Those two matches went over 2.5 goals. In this match they will play without Stanislav Hoffmann, who was given a red card in the first match against the Turkish side.

 

Fenerbahce

Fenerbahce have their own setback at the start of the new campaign. They won just one of four played matches. On Monday, Fenerbahce played 3-3 at home against Umraniyespor. That was another unsatisfactory result, especially because they saved one point in the 2nd half stoppage time. Meanwhile, Fenerbahce have a good attacking line. They have netted 6 goals in the last 2 matches. Both matches went over 2.5 goals.

 

Verdict: We should expect attack-oriented Fenerbahce to dominate in this second round.

 

1x2 Pick: x2

 

O/U Goals : Under 2.5 Goals

​Friendly Competition -- Lithuania vs Finland

 

 

Analysis:

The Tuesday matchup between the Atlanta Dream (14-19) and the Las Vegas Aces (23-10) will take place at Michelob ULTRA Arena.

 

Lithuania

With only one loss in six games, Lithuania easily advanced to the World Cup second round of qualifying. They face formidable opponents, such as France. With Estonia, the team held two meetings to begin the planning process. The Lithuanians won the first one with relative ease (84:70). A few days later, they encountered some reasonable opposition, albeit they only allowed the other team to draw level with them in the final score of 90:88.

 

Finland

Finland have seen a surge in basketball. Even Slovenia were defeated by them during the World Cup qualification round. They finished in second position after the second round, with only one miss allowed in six matches. The Finns engaged Belgium twice as they started to get ready for them. They were defeated with a score of 71:75 in the first match, but a few days later, they exacted revenge and won 80:71.

 

Prediction

Lithuania have a considerable edge in h2h competition. But since then, the opposition's skill level has increased. Finland do not now appear to be a glaring outsider. In a recent meeting, the Lithuanians gave in to laziness, which is why they nearly lost against Estonia.

 

 

Pick: Finland +17.5

England League Cup - Blackpool vs Barrow Prediction

 

 

Analysis:

Blackpool will go face to face with Barrow on 9th August

 

Blackpool

After Blackpool concluded the past season in the lower half of the standings in Championship, Blackpool is looking to get better result this season in the second rank of English Premier league football. Blackpool started the new campaign with a win and a loss, putting them somewhere in the center of the standings once more. Blackpool played Stoke City in their previous match and this was a travel game at Bet365 Stadium. The scoreline was a 2-0 defeat in this Championship encounter. Meanwhile, Blackpool is currently without Anderson, Garbutt, Lawrence Gabriel, who are all at the moment on their injury list.

 

Barrow

In as much as Barrow ended the past season just a spot above the relegation zone in League Two, Barrow was also 6 points clear of the first team in it and was never in real danger. Meanwhile, they kicked off the new season in excellent form with a couple of exciting victories in the first 2 rounds. Barrow last League 2 encounter was against Bradford City and the match finished in a 3-2 victory. The game was played at The Dunes Hotel Stadium, with Ben Whitfield, Josh Gordon and Josh Kay netting goals. Anyway, Barrow also has their complete squad at their manager's disposal, without any suspensions or injuries.

 

Verdict:

Blackpool defeated Barrow in their previous three most recent encounters and they defeated them by 2 or more goals in 2 of those 3 matches played. That is exactly what I expect from this upcoming duel as well with lots of goals.

 

O/U Goals : Over 2.5 Goals

UEFA Champions League - Midtjylland vs Benfica

 

Analysis:

At 18:45, 9th Aug 2022, Champions League Qualifications Round at Cepheus Park Randers, Rander, Demark, where Midtylland goes head to head against Benfica. Referee Srdan

 

Midtjylland

Midtylland has left the fortress wondering how they got to the position that their last two matches were a bad performance from the team. They were able to play five matches (L2, D2, W1) with one home match being a loss so they failed at every attempt, they have not kept clean sheets in the last five matches and they were able to score 11 goals. They have brought out their best and learned from their previous match against Benfica which is going to be a tough match tomorrow.

 

Benfica

The possession at the competition is great and willing to play with the ability to score. They have always found the right functions and the stability to perform well at the table and they keep scoring and keeping straight 5 wins with a total of 21 goals in their last five matches. Haven't lost in 8 matches both home and away games with massive wins in their last match that even brought a clean sheet to run.

 

Verdict

With only one single win, Midtylland may even level the ground floor against Benfica but Benfica are out to win the game as they have more advantage and in their last meetings, Benfica will secure the win.

 

Pick: OVER 1.5

 

Prediction: 2

English Premier League - Everton vs Chelsea Prediction

 

 

Analysis:

This English Premier League game will see Everton facing off against Chelsea at their home ground of Goodison Park

 

 

Everton

Everton are up against their first guests, Chelsea. Everton have lost 12 of their previous 20 games. They are expected to play better but anyway they will face a very tough job at the beginning of this campaign because they are playing against one of the best teams in the league.

 

Everton are not in a better shape and form, therefore would play a defensive game here striving not to concede a good number of goals. Playing at home soil is an advantage for Everton here as they have not been defeated at home by Chelsea in the past 10 played matches.

 

The departure of Richarlison will really affect Everton defense patterns. After 10 meetings between the both teams it only point to 4 victories for Everton, with 3 games being drawn, that leaves 3 wins for Chelsea. Everton have maintained a slight advantage in recent matches with Chelsea, securing one more win in the last 6 duels. They really have a lot of catching up to do regarding this fixture.

 

 

Chelsea

Despite Chelsea finishing 3rd and sealed the UEFA Champions League group stage, they really had a messy season, as they dropped out of the title race earlier than expected, finishing the season 19 points behind champions Manchester City.

 

Chelsea defeated Watford in their last match, winning the Premier League clash with a 2-1 score line. They have not been defeated in any of their last 4 matches. They were great on their away trips at the end of the previous season as they won 6 of their past 10 away matches.

 

 

Verdict:

Everton have not been defeated at home by Chelsea in the past 10 played matches. Thus they will struggle for a 5th unbeaten home streak at Goodison Park.

 

 

AH Pick: Home (+0.5/+1)

 

 

Portugal Primeira Luga- Benfica vs FC Arouca

 

 

Analysis:

Pick: 1

The match between Benfica vs FC Arouca for the Portugal Primeira Liga competition is scheduled to be played on 05 August, 2022. The match kicks off at 20:15 UK time. It will take place at the Estádio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica, in Lisboa.

 

Benfica

New coach Schmidt is renowned for high-intensity attacking play with plenty of risks and occasional lapses at the back – which is what has been delivered throughout the Eagles’ pre-season program too. Benfica won all five warm-up games with at least three goals in four of them and then took the Danish team apart at the Luz in a 4-1 Champions League qualifying victory that could easily have seen them score six or seven.

 

FC Arouca

It’s going to be a hard ask for Arouca, a team that stayed up by a couple of points after gaining promotion in 2020-21, to keep the scoreline from getting embarrassing on Friday – even if Schmidt decides to rest a couple of players for the second leg in Herning.

 

Verdict

A healthy 59% of Benfica’s home league games last season featured more than three goals – and that was before Schmidt arrived – so we are confident of the win and over 2.5 goals

UEFA Europa Conference League - CSKA Sofia Vs St. Patricks Athletic Prediction

 

 

Pick:1x2  CSKA Sofia  @1.45

 

Analysis:

CSKA Sofia

CSKA Sofia are set and ready to close in on another appearance. They have a wonderful record ahead of this match. They have 6 win and draw one of their last 7 games. Within that period, CSKA Sofia kept 6 good clean sheets.

 

St. Patricks Athletic

St. Patricks Athletic recorded (2W, 3D, 2L) in their last 7 games. They had 2 clean sheets during that period, a record that is very far below CSKA Sofia performance in as many games.

 

Verdict:

Undoubtedly, CSKA Sofia will win this match. They have recorded a good run both defensively and in offensive ways ahead of this game.

​UEFA Champions League -- Qarabag vs Ferencvarosi TC Game Preview

 

 

Analysis:

On Wednesday night, Ferencvaros will travel to Qarabag FK in the first leg of their Champions League third qualifying round matchup.

 

Qarabag

For the eighth time in 2021–22, Qarabag won the Azerbaijan Premier League, securing their place in the first round of the 2022–23 Champions League qualification. In the first round of this season's competition, they outperformed Lech Poznan 5-2 on the road to triumph, and in the last round, they defeated Zurich 5-4.

 

Ferencvarosi TC

33-time Hungarian champions Ferencvaros finished 11 points ahead of the competition last year, securing their place in the first round of this year's European Cup qualification. They defeated Tobol 5-1 overall in the first round, but they had to overcome a deficit to defeat Slovan Bratislava 4-1 away from home the previous time around to proceed to this round of the competition.

 

Prediction

The opponent will be hosted by Karabakh at home, which will provide difficulties for several rivals. Karabakh are adept at surprising opponents and are familiar with every hiccup in its home ground. It was wise to choose the hosts' triumph with a safety net.

 

 

Pick: Qarabag (0) in AH

 

​UEFA Champions League -- Sheriff Tiraspol vs FC Viktoria Plzen Game Preview

 

Analysis:

Sheriff Tiraspol and Viktoria Plzen will both be looking to go further into the Champions League group stages in the qualifying third round first leg on Tuesday.

 

Sheriff Tiraspol

Sheriff Tiraspol have now gone four Champions League games without giving up a goal, but on Saturday's opening day of the Moldovan Super Liga, Zimbru forced them to accept a 1-1 draw. Sheriff can boast eight wins from their previous 10 Champions League home matches, that stalemate extended their undefeated streak in all events to a staggering 16 matches.

 

FC Viktoria Plzen

HJK visited Viktoria Plzen, where the Czech powerhouses easily advanced by hitting the Finnish champions for five last time out. Viktoria Plzen also drew their league opener last weekend, a 2-2 draw away to Teplice, which means they are already falling behind in the fight to retain their crown.

 

Prediction

The Sheriff have chosen to focus on defence so far rather than going full throttle in the Champions League qualifying. The Czechs should play with the same effectiveness as they did in the game against HJK, while the Moldovans should aim to get a respectable result at home.

 

Pick: BTTS