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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Looking shaky at the back but unstoppable in attack, Al Hain-Cole expects the Red Devils to get the better of Smith's men in a high-scoring clash

Manchester United will be aiming to bounce back from defeat when they welcome Aston Villa to Old Trafford for Saturday’s Premier League clash.

The Red Devils were knocked out of the Carabao Cup by West Ham in midweek, having beaten the same opposition in the league just three days before.

Manchester United vs Aston Villa latest odds

However, Man Utd are 4/11 (1.36) favourites with bet365 to put that behind them by coming out on top against an opponent they have not lost against in the last 18 encounters.

Indeed, Aston Villa have lost 14 out of 18 meetings since winning here back in 2009 and are 7/1 (8.00) outsiders to cause an upset with a shock win.

Dean Smith’s side suffered a penalty shootout defeat at Stamford Bridge after a 1-1 Carabao Cup draw on Wednesday and can be backed at 19/4 (5.25) to earn another creditable draw in this game.

Manchester United vs Aston Villa team news

Edinson Cavani remains highly doubtful to feature, while Marcus Rashford and Amad Diallo are both definitely ruled out.

Matt Targett, Trezeguet, Morgan Sanson, John McGinn, Keinan Davis and Leon Bailey are all injury doubts, with the on-loan Axel Tuanzebe ineligible to face his parent club.

Manchester United vs Aston Villa preview

Having found the net against a Chelsea defence that had only conceded once in their six previous games this season, the Villans will be confident of causing plenty of problems for the hosts at Old Trafford.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men have kept just one clean sheet in seven matches so far this season, relying on their star-studded attacking line-up to fire them level on points with leaders Chelsea in the league table.

With nine goals to their name in the first two league matches in front of their own fans, they will certainly back themselves to extend their strong record against this opposition even if they do let in a goal or two themselves.

Manchester United vs Aston Villa tips & predictions

In fact, odds of 15/8 (2.88) seem fairly generous on United coming out on top and both teams scoring for their third successive league game, as well as a third meeting in a row with a Villa team that have failed to score just once in seven games this season.

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

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The team from Merseyside head to the capital this weekend on a superb scoring run which should continue against their newly-promoted opponents

Liverpool travel to west London on Saturday for a first Premier League clash with Brentford, as Jurgen Klopp’s men aim to continue their impressive start to the season.

The Anfield outfit have 13 points from a possible 15 and begin the weekend level with Chelsea and Manchester United.

The Bees, meanwhile, have also impressed in their maiden Premier League campaign, claiming two wins and two draws from their opening five fixtures.

Brentford vs Liverpool latest odds

Thomas Frank’s men won 2-0 at Wolves last weekend having also secured victory on the opening day of the campaign at home to Arsenal.

Saturday’s clash looks set to be the toughest test so far for the newly-promoted side and Brentford are offered at 5/1 (6.00) with bet365.

Liverpool, for their part, are clear favourites at 9/20 (1.45) with the draw available at 7/2 (4.50).

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Brentford vs Liverpool team news

The capital club will welcome back Shandon Baptiste from suspension, although Mads Sorensen and Joshua Dasilva remain absent.

Liverpool have doubts over Roberto Firmino who had a thigh problem but has been back in training and will be assessed close to kick off.

Neco Williams also faces a late fitness test, but Harvey Elliott and Thiago Alcantara are sidelined.

Brentford vs Liverpool preview

The Merseysiders head to London in superb scoring form having netted three times in each of their last four games in all competitions.

Those 12 goals have come from eight different players, showing the Reds have genuine scoring ability right through their squad and they will be confident of continuing their impressive form in the final third this weekend.

Brentford’s defensive record is strong, conceding just twice in five league matches, yet they have not faced an opponent of Liverpool’s attacking quality and Frank’s team are likely to find themselves faced with a real challenge.

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Liverpool’s recent away record is superb, with eight wins and a draw in their last nine matches on the road, and there should be plenty of interest in backing an away win on Saturday. 

Brentford vs Liverpool tips & predictions

Liverpool to win and score over 1.5 goals is priced at 8/11 (1.73) and has paid out in nine of their last 12 away matches in the Premier League making it a hugely appealing selection. 

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly. 

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Unai Emery's men have an exceptional scoring record in this fixture and should be able to net against a Madrid team who are shipping goals

Real Madrid welcome Villarreal to the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday evening as Carlo Ancelotti’s men look to continue their superb start to the Liga season.

Los Blancos head into matchday seven of the season top of the table with 16 points and Wednesday night saw them thrash Mallorca 6-1 in the Spanish capital.

Villarreal, meanwhile, also enjoyed a big midweek success, overcoming Elche 4-1 for their first win of the campaign.

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Real Madrid vs Villarreal latest odds

The hosts have been in excellent form and extended their unbeaten run in La Liga to 24 matches against Mallorca.

Madrid are priced at 1/2 (1.50) with bet365 to claim a win while Villarreal can be backed at 5/1 (6.00) and the Yellow Submarine’s last win at the Bernabeu came in 2018.

The draw is priced at 7/2 (4.50).

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Real Madrid vs Villarreal team news

Carlo Ancelotti is still unable to call upon the services of Dani Carvajal, Marcelo, Gareth Bale and Ferland Mendy while Toni Kroos is returning from injury and remains a doubt.

Villarreal are without their top scorer from last season Gerard Moreno, as well as winger Samu Chukweze, while Yeremi Pino is a doubt. 

Real Madrid vs Villarreal preview

Madrid were at their entertaining best on Wednesday evening in their demolition of Mallorca, but even with the side playing extremely well they still conceded.

Not only did Mallorca score, they managed 12 shots, a high number for a newly-promoted team at the Bernabeu and Ancelotti knows there is still work to do in order for his side to improve at the back.

Madrid have conceded in five of their six league matches so far this term and backing them to do so once more against the Europa League champions makes sense. 

Villarreal managed to rack up four goals against Elche without Gerard Moreno in midweek and have scored in each of their last 10 meetings with Real Madrid. 

Real Madrid vs Villarreal tips & predictions

Both teams to score is priced at 7/10 (1.70) and has paid out in nine of the last 10 meetings, including each of the last seven. 

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The hosts have been conceding goals and with the visitors in prolific form it should be an open and entertaining encounter in the French capital

Paris Saint-Germain welcome Montpellier to the Parc des Princes on Saturday with Mauricio Pochettino’s side aiming to continue their 100 per cent start to the Ligue 1 campaign.

The Parisians have won all seven of their league matches so far and host a Montpellier side who have been entertaining this season in racking up 15 goals, the second-highest total in the division behind PSG themselves.

Paris Saint-Germain vs Montpellier latest odds

The hosts won this fixture 4-0 last season and bet365 price another victory for PSG at 1/6 (1.16).

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Montpellier’s last away win against PSG in Ligue 1 came in 2010 and the visitors from the south of the country can be backed at 14/1 (15.00) with the draw at 7/1 (8.00). 

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Paris Saint-Germain vs Montpellier team news

Lionel Messi missed the last game against Metz and will miss out once more with a knee problem, adding to PSG’s long list of absentees.

Sergio Ramos, Juan Bernat, Marco Verratti and Ismael Gharbi are all sidelined for the hosts while Colin Dagba and Layvin Kurzawa are doubts.

Montpellier are missing Mamadou Sakho, Pedros Mendes, Thibault Tamas and Ambroise Oyongo. 

Paris Saint-Germain vs Montpellier preview

Saturday night’s clash is a meeting of the top two scoring sides in the division and backing goals at the Parc des Princes makes plenty of sense.

Even without Messi due to injury, PSG still boast tremendous firepower, yet defensively there remain question marks with Pochettino’s men having conceded in seven of their nine competitive fixtures this term.

Montpellier, for their part, have scored in every game they have played, including away to champions Lille, with their 15 goals this season netted by eight different players.

The visitors have enough about them to at least get on the scoresheet on Saturday, something they have managed in five of their last seven matches in all competitions against PSG.

Paris Saint-Germain vs Montpellier tips & predictions

Both teams to score is priced at 7/10 (1.70) while combining this selection with over 2.5 goals sees the odds rise to an appealing 5/6 (1.83). 

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>After successive goalless draws, Al Hain-Cole expects the Saints to play out another tight game when Lage's men visit St Mary's on Sunday

Southampton will be hoping to record their first win of the Premier League season when they welcome Wolves to St Mary’s on Sunday.

The Saints are without a victory in five league matches so far this campaign, losing their opener before drawing each of their next four in a row.

Southampton vs Wolves latest odds

However, they can be backed at 13/8 (2.63) with bet365 to finally get off the mark by coming out on top at the sixth attempt.

Bruno Lage has lost four and won one of his five league games in command since replacing Nuno Espirito Santo in the summer and is available at 9/5 (2.80) to double his side’s points tally with a victory on the south coast.

The hosts also played out a stalemate in their EFL Cup clash at Sheffield United in midweek, and you can get odds of 11/5 (3.20) on them being held to their sixth draw in seven fixtures here.

Southampton vs Wolves team news

Theo Walcott remains short of fitness despite returning to training this week, with Jack Stephens and Stuart Armstrong both also ruled out.

Yerson Mosquera and Rayan Ait-Nouri are both unavailable after being forced off in Wednesday’s EFL Cup defeat to Tottenham, while Jonny Otto, Hugo Bueno and Pedro Neto are all injured.

Southampton vs Wolves preview

Having held free-scoring West Ham and Manchester City sides to 0-0 draws in their last two league games, Ralph Hasenhuttl’s men will be confident of holding strong against an opposition attack that has failed to score in four of their five league fixtures this season.

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However, their job may prove more difficult at the other end of the pitch considering the Wolves defence has conceded just five goals in their five league matches themselves.

After drawing a blank in two successive league fixtures, it is certainly hard to see Southampton coming out all guns blazing in what is likely to be a tight encounter.

Southampton vs Wolves predictions

In fact, odds of 19/20 (1.95) seem generous on no more than one team getting on target for their third league game in a row, as well as a sixth in six for the guests.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The visitors have a strong record against La Liga's bigger clubs but are on a poor run and the Catalans should be able to find the back of the net

Barcelona welcome Levante to Camp Nou on Sunday afternoon with Ronald Koeman’s side enduring a difficult start to the new La Liga season.

Consecutive draws against Granada and Cadiz have seen the pressure mount on the manager with reports suggesting it is only a matter of time before the Dutchman is replaced as Blaugrana boss.

Already seven points behind leaders Real Madrid, having played a game fewer, Barca can ill-afford to drop more points this weekend.

Barcelona vs Levante latest odds

Levante are a side that have caused the biggest teams in the division serious problems over the last few years.

Last season saw them beat both Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid while holding Barca to a 3-3 draw in Valencia.

Los Granotas, however, have a terrible record at Camp Nou where they have lost every game they have ever contested; 17 competitive fixtures, 17 defeats.

A home win for Barcelona is priced at 2/5 (1.40) with bet365 with Levante offered at 11/2 (6.50) and the draw at 9/2 (5.50).

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Barcelona vs Levante team news

Frenkie De Jong is the latest player to join the list of footballers unavailable to Ronald Koeman with the midfielder suspended following his sending off against Cadiz on Thursday.

Also missing are Jordi Alba, Pedri, Ousmane Dembele, Sergio Aguero and Martin Braithwaite, but Ansu Fati could make his return from almost a year out.

Levante, meanwhile, are also missing some key players with Roberto Soldado, Enis Bardhi, Mickael Malsa and Jose Campana all still injured.

Barcelona vs Levante preview

Levante head to Camp Nou with both the past and the present very much against them.

Not only have the side from Valencia lost every game they’ve ever played away to Barca, they are also on a 14-match winless streak which stretches back to April 10.

Paco Lopez’s men showed their ability to compete with the biggest sides once more on matchday two recording a 3-3 draw with Real Madrid, yet they have looked extremely vulnerable defensively throughout the season.

Barca for their part have struggled in the final third, scoring just once in their last three competitive games, but Levante should afford them enough chances to find the back of the net.

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Los Granotas have kept just two clean sheets in their last 20 league matches with their most recent shut out coming back in April. Even an out-of-sorts Barca should be able to find the back of the net comfortably this weekend. 

Barcelona vs Levante tips & predictions 

Both teams to score is priced at 4/6 (1.66) but if we combine this selection with Barca to score two or more the odds rise to a healthy looking 23/20 (2.15). 

You can watch La Liga live on the go with your iPhone, iPad or Android device through your bet365 account. All you need is a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours to qualify.

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>One of the fiercest rivalries in the Premier League resumes on Sunday afternoon and Goal is backing a cagey encounter in the north of the capital

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Sunday afternoon sees Arsenal welcome Tottenham to the Emirates stadium for the first north London derby of the Premier League season.

These two rivals began the season in contrasting fashion, with Spurs winning their opening three matches and the Gunners suffering three defeats, yet consecutive defeats for Nuno Espirito Santo’s side coupled with Arsenal winning their last two games mean just three points separate the sides. 

Arsenal vs Tottenham Latest Odds

The Gunners have won just one of their last six meetings with Spurs, but it was the most recent clash in March.

A home win can be backed at 23/20 (2.15) with bet365, while the visitors are priced at 5/2 (3.50) with the draw on offer at 23/10 (3.30).

Arsenal vs Tottenham Team News

The Gunners have no major injury concerns and welcome back Granit Xhaka from suspension.

Spurs too have a relatively clean bill of health, with Ryan Sessegnon and Steven Bergwijn the only players unavailable. 

Arsenal vs Tottenham Preview

After starting the season with three clean sheets, Tottenham’s defensive solidity has evaporated, with the side conceding at least twice in each of their last four competitive games.

Keeping things tight and avoiding defeat will be paramount to Spurs’ approach on Sunday and, having suffered back-to-back 3-0 defeats in London derbies to Crystal Palace and Chelsea, they will be desperate to avoid another loss in the most important derby of all.

The Gunners, meanwhile, have clawed back some confidence in recent weeks with narrow 1-0 wins over Norwich and Burnley respectively, although it is clear they are not yet firing on all cylinders this term.

With neither side at their best and in one of the fiercest derbies in the country, Sunday’s north London derby looks like being a cagey affair.

Arsenal vs Tottenham Tips and Predictions

Under 2.5 goals is priced at 4/5 (1.80) while opposing a goal before minute 30 could also appeal at 5/6 (1.83).

The price of 23/10 (3.30) also looks worthy of consideration, while backing a draw at half time at 11/10 (2.10) could be a shrewd option. 

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly. 

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Recent encounters between the Eagles and Potter's men have provided plenty of late drama and Al Hain-Cole expects more of the same at Selhurst Park

Crystal Palace will be looking to maintain the upper hand over rivals Brighton when the sides meet at Selhurst Park in Monday’s Premier League clash.

The Eagles are unbeaten in their last four matches against this opposition, winning two and drawing two.

Crystal Palace vs Brighton latest odds

However, with just one win to their name in six fixtures this season, Crystal Palace are 11/5 (3.20) outsiders with bet365 to extend their strong head-to-head record by coming out on top here.

In contrast, Graham Potter’s Brighton have enjoyed an excellent start to the campaign after six wins from seven in all competitions and can be backed at 27/20 (2.35) to reclaim bragging rights with a victory on enemy territory.

The last two meetings between this duo at this ground have both resulted in draws, and you can get odds of 11/5 (3.20) on them cancelling each other out once again.

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Crystal Palace vs Brighton team news

Jeffrey Schlupp is back in contention following injury, although Eberechi Eze and Nathan Ferguson remain long-term absentees.

Yves Bissouma, Alexis Mac Allister and Enock Mwepu will all face late fitness tests, while Adam Webster is definitely ruled out.

Crystal Palace vs Brighton preview

Although an unusual derby considering the distance between the two clubs, recent encounters have certainly provided the excitement and drama you would expect from a grudge match.

Indeed, last season’s editions were both defined by last-minute goals, with the Seagulls scoring late to earn an away draw in the first meeting before falling victim to a 95th minute Christian Benteke winner in the home game.

It would be no surprise if Monday’s game also took a bit of time to get going considering nine of the last 11 goals scored in games featuring Patrick Vieira’s team have arrived after half-time.

What’s more, the visitors have scored all three of their goals in away games this season after the 70th minute and have only conceded twice prior to the break in seven games so far.

Crystal Palace vs Brighton tips & predictions

All in all odds of 11/10 (2.10) seem like decent value on the majority of the goalmouth action taking place in the second 45 minutes for the fifth meeting in six between Palace and Brighton.

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

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The hosts are likely to make changes for the visit of the Moldovan champions, meaning it should be a more low-key affair than many are expecting

Real Madrid welcome Sheriff Tiraspol to the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday evening in Group D of the Champions League with Carlo Ancelotti’s side clear favourites to record another win.

The 13-time European champions scored late on to record a 1-0 win at Inter on matchday one, while the champions of Moldova claimed a 2-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk in their first match in the group stage of Europe’s premier club competition.

Real Madrid vs Sheriff Tiraspol latest odds

Los Blancos have made a strong start domestically and sit top of La Liga with 17 points after seven matches.

Madrid should be confident heading into Tuesday’s clash and bet365 offer them at 1/9 (1.11) while Sheriff Tiraspol are priced at 18/1 (19.00) to earn what would no doubt be the most famous victory in their history.

The draw is on offer at 9/1 (10.00).

Real Madrid vs Sheriff Tiraspol team news

Madrid remain without Dani Carvajal, Ferland Mendy, Gareth Bale, Dani Ceballos and Marcelo.

Toni Kroos has been training with the group for the last week and could be ready for his first minutes of the season.

The visitors are without Slovakian striker Lovro Bizjak who is missing through injury, although otherwise they have a relatively clean bill of health. 

Real Madrid vs Sheriff Tiraspol preview

Los Blancos are currently on a run of six matches in 18 days, a punishing schedule which will surely see Carlo Ancelotti rotate his squad accordingly.

A home clash against debutants in the competition looks like being the ideal opportunity to rest certain players, although Madrid will of course be keen to secure a victory to edge closer to qualification from the group stage.

Karim Benzema has played almost every minute this season and the 33-year-old could be rested while 36-year-old Luka Modric started at the weekend against Villarreal and should be given the night off.

The hosts should still have too much for their inexperienced opponents although Sheriff showed on matchday one with their win over Shakhtar that they are not just in the group to make up the numbers. 

Real Madrid vs Sheriff Tiraspol tips & predictions

Real Madrid to win and score under 3.5 goals is priced at 5/6 (1.83) and looks a smart way to get the hosts onside. 

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>With both teams in strong form in defence, Al Hain-Cole does not expect another goal fest when the Reds take on Conceicao's men at the Dragao

Familiar foes will reunite at the Estadio do Dragao when Porto take on Liverpool in Tuesday’s Champions League clash.

These sides have faced each other in two of the last four seasons, with the Reds winning three and losing none out of four encounters – scoring 11 goals and conceding just one.

Porto vs Liverpool latest odds

Unbeaten in eight fixtures so far this campaign, Liverpool are priced at 8/11 (1.73) with bet365 to make it six points from six in Group B by coming out on top here for the third visit in  row.

Sergio Conceicao’s men have won each of their last seven matches on home turf and Porto are available at 15/4 (4.75) to pull off a big victory over the six-times champions.

The hosts held Atletico Madrid to a 0-0 away draw in their first group game and are on offer at 14/5 (3.80) to earn a creditable point in this one.

Porto vs Liverpool team news

Chancel Mbemba is suspended after his red card in Madrid, with Pepe and Agustin Marchesin both doubtful due to injury.

Neco Williams will face a late fitness test, while Naby Keita, Thiago and Harvey Elliott are all definitely unfit to play.

Porto vs Liverpool preview

While they have scored nine goals in their last two visits to this ground, it is hard to see Jurgen Klopp’s team enjoying similar success given the home defence’s recent record.

Porto have gone three matches without conceding in their own back yard this campaign and have kept a clean sheet in seven of their previous 10 games in this competition.

However, they have also only found the net themselves once in their three most recent Champions League fixtures, so may struggle to break down an away backline that has kept seven clean sheets in their last 10 matches.

Porto vs Liverpool tips & predictions

Having played out a 0-0 draw against Atletico Madrid last time out, odds of 11/10 (2.10) look like good value on Porto ensuring goals are restricted to one end at most for their ninth Champions League match in 11 and a ninth in 12 for Liverpool.

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

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