MAINZ v BAYER LEVERKUSEN
Keen to consolidate on the stellar form and extend their unbeaten run in the league, the impressive Bayer Leverkusen will make the trip to the Mewa Arena to face Mainz.
Die Werkself, last time out secured a 4-1 win over Heidenheim to move level on points with champions Bayern Munich but sit in second on goal difference. Meanwhile, Die Nullfünfer, last time out succumbed to a 2-1 defeat away at Augsburg extending their winless run in the league to five games.
Bo Svensson’s side, ahead of this tie find themselves bottom of the log after claiming a solitary point from their opening five games and could have their woes compounded further against a Leverkusen outfit who are yet to taste defeat after five games.
The H2H between both sides in their previous five clashes sees both sides cancel each other out with two wins and losses apiece as well as playing a draw in the other game.
PREDICTION: This is a clear case of completely contrasting fortunes as one side’s struggles has seen them be winless thus far, while their opposition remain undefeated heading into the tie. Xavi Alonso’s Bayer Leverkusen are clear favourites given the manner in which they’ve dispatched games prior and we’re pretty confident it’ll be the same ‘experience’ against this Mainz team who are in dire need of a confidence boost. Enough said, we predict a straight win at 1.61 odds @Bestbet360 as the most likely outcome.
MANCHESTER UNITED v CRYSTAL PALACE
Locking horns for the second time in four days, Manchester United prepare to host Crystal Palace at Old Trafford this Saturday.
The Red Devils earned a convincing 3-0 win over Palace in the EFL CUP third round tie in midweek, their second successive win in all competitions.
A much rejuvenated United performance against Roy Hodgson’s Crystal Palace in the League cup was the second successive win and clean sheet for the hosts who seemingly appear a different side from the team that lost three consecutive games and conceded 10 goals prior to the win against Burnley.
The H2H between both sides in their last five meetings in all competitions has seen Erik ten Hag’s side claim three wins, played one draw and lost once to Palace in as many games.
PREDICTION: United, keen to extended their winning run even further and climb higher on the league table will square up against Palace on home turf fours days apart from the league cup win over the same opposition. If the form United displayed in the win is anything to go by, Crystal Palace may be in for a ‘long weekend’ away at Old Trafford. We believe United will be too good for Palace so a straight win prediction at 1.60 odds @Bestbet360 is the preferred selection.
TOTTENHAM v LIVERPOOL
One of the top billed games this weekend will take place at Tottenham Hotspur stadium as Tottenham prepare to host Liverpool on Saturday.
The Lilywhites, last time out in the league held Arsenal to a pulsating 2-2 draw in the North-London Derby while the Anfield Reds extended their winning run across all competitions with a 3-1 win over Leicester in the EFL Cup.
Heading into this clash, Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool sit in second on the log with 16 points, two behind champions Man City and two points ahead of Ange Postecoglu’s Spurs in fourth.
The H2H between both sides in their previous five meetings has seen the hosts be winless after losing three games and playing out two draws in the other clashes against the visitors.
PREDICTION: Easily one of the most exciting games to come this weekend, we expect this particular game to live up to the billing with some exciting end-to-end action from start to finish. Both sides have been impressive thus far and will each hope for a win. Our selection for this clash will tilt slightly in favour of the visitors given their track record in recent meetings against Spurs. We predict a combo option of double chance and over 2.5 goals scored in favour of the visitors (2X & ov. 2.5 G), which will go for 1.90 odds @Bestbet360.
RB LEIPZIG v BAYERN MUNICH
A monumental showdown in the german Bundesliga takes Centre stage at the Red Bull Arena as RB Leipzig look set to host reigning champions Bayern Munich.
Die Rotenbullen, in midweek advanced to the next round of the DFB Pokal following a 3-2 win away at 2nd tier side Wehen Wiesbaden while Die Roten also made it through to the next stage of the German cup with a 4-0 thumping of 3rd tier side Preußen Münster in midweek also.
Ahead of this blockbuster affair, a solitary point separates both sides as Thomas Tuchel’s Bayern lead the pack with 13 points while Marco Rose’s Leipzig are in fourth with 12 points.
The H2H between both sides in their last five meetings across all competitions sees the visitors claim three wins, play one draw and lose once to the hosts, Leipzig.
PREDICTION: A potentially goal-ladened encounter could be on the cards as two of the high flying sides in the Bundesliga slug it out for points and bragging rights. Both sides have a good goal scoring record so far and possess squads rich in talent and technicality, ensuring the promise of end-to-end footballing action. We predict both teams getting on the scoresheet, a combo option of GG & ov. 2.5 G at 1.41 odds @Bestbet360 is the preferred selection for this game.
REAL SOCIEDAD v ATHLETIC BILBAO
Real Sociedad Look set to welcome Athletic Bilabao to the Reale Arena this Saturday for what promises to be an exciting encounter in the Spanish La Liga.
La Real, last time out in the league claimed a hard fought 1-0 win away at Valencia to move into sixth while The Lions were held to a 2-2 draw by Getafe to move into fourth place.
Just two points and two positions separate both sides who look to each consolidate on their good form so far as the home side led by Imanol Alguacil have picked up 12 points from their seven league games, while Athletic, coached by Ernesto Valverde are fourth, boasting 14 points from their opening seven league games.
The H2H between both sides in their previous five meetings has seen the visitors claim the better results with three wins, one draw and a solitary defeat to the hosts in as many encounters.
PREDICTION: Whilst this game may not seem like a high scoring tie, both teams possess enough attacking intent to inflict damage on each other and score goals, basically. We predict a GG outcome at 2.01 odds @Bestbet360.
This week’s entire selection leaves you with a sempe ACCA combo of 8.53 odds thanks to your preferred bookmakers Bestbet360.
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