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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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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. 

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Having rediscovered their touch in front of goal at the weekend, Al Hain-Cole is backing Guardiola's men to ease to victory over the Liga NOS side

Manchester City will be looking to clinch first place in their Champions League group when they travel to the Estadio do Dragao to take on Porto on Tuesday.

The Citizens are already through to the knockout stages after taking 12 points from the first available 12 in Group C, and a point in this clash will see them go through as a top seed.

Porto vs Manchester City Latest Odds

Having run out comfortable 3-1 winners in the reverse encounter at the Etihad Stadium, City are 7/10 (1.70) favourites with bet365 to maintain their 100 per cent record with a fifth consecutive win.

Sergio Conceicao’s men have won each of their three subsequent matches since the opening 3-1 defeat in Manchester but are 15/4 (4.75) outsiders to extend that run with a shock victory here.

A point would be enough for the hosts to secure their place in the last 16, and they are priced at 3/1 (4.00) to earn a creditable draw.

Porto vs Manchester City Team News

Marko Grujic is suspended after his red card against Marseille, while Pepe faces a late fitness test but Mouhamed Mbaye and Ivan Marcano are both ruled out.

Sergio Aguero and Nathan Ake are both unlikely to feature after missing Saturday’s 5-0 win over Burnley with minor injuries.

Porto vs Manchester City Preview

After a difficult start to the campaign characterised by a lack of cutting edge in front of goal, Pep Guardiola’s team will have received a welcome confidence boost following their emphatic win over Burnley.

Although already through to the next round, they will be determined to carry that feelgood factor forward with another big performance in this game – particularly as first place is still up for grabs.

In fact, their Champions League form has been free-scoring all along, hitting the net 10 times in their four group games so far.

Considering Porto have been on target 15 times in their last six home games in this competition themselves, goalmouth action is unlikely to be in short supply in this game.

Porto vs Manchester City Tips and Predictions

All in all, odds of 7/5 (2.40) seem very generous on City coming out on top once again for their eighth Champions League game in nine to feature over 2.5 goals, as well as Porto’s 10th home game in 12 in this competition.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The Eredivisie side are in free-scoring form and our tipster is backing plenty of action when they head to Anfield in the Champions League on Tuesday

Liverpool can secure their place in the knockout stages of the Champions League on Tuesday night when they welcome Ajax to Anfield.

Although top of Group D with nine points, a lifeless performance at home to Atalanta last week meant the Reds are still not yet guaranteed a spot in the last 16.

Liverpool vs Ajax Latest Odds

Having won the reverse fixture 1-0 thanks to a Nicolas Tagliafico own goal, bet365 make Liverpool 8/11 (1.73) favourites to confirm passage into the next round with victory here.

Victory for Ajax would see them leapfrog the Reds and into first place in Group D, although the online bookmaker make that a 13/4 (4.25) chance on Tuesday.

A draw could be enough for the hosts if Midtjylland beat Atalanta in the other game and a stalemate is available at 16/5 (4.20).

Liverpool vs Ajax Team News

Liverpool suffered yet another injury at the weekend as James Milner went off against Brighton and will miss this one, along with Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez, Naby Keita, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Thiago, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Xherdan Shaqiri.

Former Manchester United defender Daley Blind is unlikely to feature for Ajax after picking up a hamstring injury last week, whilst Mohammed Kudus is out.

Liverpool vs Ajax Preview

Having opted for mass rotation for an unforgiving schedule over the last week, Klopp’s gambles did not pay off after the 2-0 loss against Atalanta was followed up with another turgid showing in the 1-1 draw at Brighton.

It is likely to be a full-strength side for this game with Sadio Mane and Jordan Henderson set to return to the line-up, which should provide more creativity than the Reds have shown in the last week.

However, they will certainly face stiff competition from an Ajax side that have been in the goals since losing 1-0 at Anfield, netting 38 times in eight games and scoring more than once in each of those fixtures.

Liverpool vs Ajax Tips and Predictions

With Ajax scoring plenty of goals and the Reds determined to bounce back from a couple of poor results, the Evens (2.0) on over 3.5 goals offers decent value for this Champions League clash.

Although the game between these sides in Amsterdam ended with only a solitary strike, the teams accumulated 11 shots on target whilst Ajax hit the woodwork once and had a shot cleared off the line.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The hosts may already be eliminated from the competition but they have scored in every match so far and we are backing that run to continue this week

Barcelona travel to Hungary on Wednesday on matchday five of the Champions League with Ronald Koeman’s side already assured of their place in the knockout stages of the competition.

The Blaugrana are top of Group G will still be looking for a win to try and wrap up top spot in the group, while the hosts know that finishing third is their only way of continuing in Europe this season.

Ferencvaros vs Barcelona Latest Odds

The Catalans were 5-1 winners when these two sides met at Camp Nou on matchday one and another victory for the La Liga side is available at 4/11 (1.36) with bet365.

Ferencvaros have one point from a possible 12 in the group and are offered at 15/2 (8.50), with the draw at 4/1 (5.00).

Ferencvaros vs Barcelona Team News

Barcelona have a lengthy injury list with centre-backs Gerard Pique, Clement Lenglet, Samuel Umtiti and Ronaldo Araujo all out, whilst Sergio Roberto and Ansu Fati are both injured. Lionel Messi and Frenkie de Jong could be rested as they were last week.

Eldar Civic is the only injury for the Hungarian champions, meaning Marcel Heister should continue to deputise.

Ferencvaros vs Barcelona Preview

They might be bottom of the group but Ferencvaros have managed the impressive achievement of scoring in every match the have played so far in Champions League.

With Barcelona missing a number of defensive players through injury and likely to rotate the squad anyway, the hosts will feel they have a great chance to at least get on the scoresheet once more.

Barca have conceded in eight of their last 11 matches in all competitions, while Ferencvaros have scored in 20 of the 21 competitive fixtures they have contested this term.

While the visitors are already through and the Hungarians already eliminated, there is still sufficient motivation in terms of top spot and a Europa League berth, respectively, to mean that both teams should take the game seriously. 

Ferencvaros vs Barcelona Tips and Predictions

Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals is priced at 5/6 (1.83) and looks like an excellent selection, one which comfortably paid out in the previous meetings between the sides. 

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Having played out a goalless stalemate in the reverse encounter, Al Hain-Cole expects another tight match when Lopetegui's side welcome the Blues

Sevilla and Chelsea will compete for first place in Group E when they meet at the Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan for Wednesday’s Champions League clash.

The sides are both already through to the knockout stages after collecting 10 points from the first four games, with victory in this match enough to secure top spot in the group.

Sevilla vs Chelsea Latest Odds

Having lost just one of their last 11 matches in this competition, Julen Lopetegui’s men are priced at 7/4 (2.75) with bet365 to tie up first place with a win here.

However, the Blues have only lost once in 16 matches within 90 minutes this season and are slight 6/4 (2.50) to put themselves on top with an impressive away victory.

The sides shared a 0-0 draw in the reverse encounter at Stamford Bridge, and you can get odds of 12/5 (3.40) on them keeping things unresolved until the final group game with another stalemate.

Sevilla vs Chelsea Team News

Yassine Bounou and Carlos Fernandez are unavailable due to COVID-19 and Suso and Sergio Escudero are injured, although Jesus Navas is back following suspension.

The guests have a fully fit squad to choose from but may decide to offer the likes of Olivier Giroud a rare start following his match-winning cameo in last week’s victory over Rennes.

Sevilla vs Chelsea Preview

While the reverse encounter was Frank Lampard’s first goalless draw in 63 matches in charge, he has now seen three 0-0 stalemate in nine matches following Sunday’s game against Tottenham.

Another tight encounter seems likely considering the visitors have conceded just twice in nine fixtures coming into this clash, while their opponents boast the third-best defensive record in La Liga this season – letting in just eight goals in nine matches.

What’s more, Sevilla are particularly hard to break down in their own backyard, where they have conceded just seven times in 14 games in all competitions stretching back to last season.

Sevilla vs Chelsea Tips and Predictions

Having cancelled each other out once already this campaign, odds of 10/11 (1.91) seem very generous on Sevilla and Chelsea ensuring under 2.5 goals in another tight encounter here.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Having won the reverse fixture 2-1 in Paris, our tipster thinks the Red Devils have a strong chance of completing the double over Thomas Tuchel's men

Manchester United welcome Paris Saint-Germain to Old Trafford on Wednesday with the hope of securing their place in the last 16 of the Champions League.

The purported ‘Group of Death’ had seemingly dealt the Red Devils an almost impossible task of qualifying but that has been far from the case, with the Premier League side winning three of their first four matches – including a 2-1 victory in Paris.

Manchester United vs PSG Latest Odds

Victory would see Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side qualify as group winners if RB Leipzig fail to beat Istanbul Basaksehir and bet365 offer 9/5 (2.80) that United do their bit.

However, it is PSG who are favourites for this one and they are priced at 29/20 (2.45) to emerge victorious at Old Trafford.

A point will be enough for the hosts to reach the next round and that result is available at 13/5 (3.60).

Manchester United vs PSG Team News

Edinson Cavani was the hero for United at the weekend and could be handed a start against the club he scored 200 goals for. David de Gea, Scott McTominay, Jesse Lingard and Eric Bailly could all miss out whilst Axel Tuanzebe is suspended.

Juan Bernat, Thilo Kehrer and Julian Draxler are both injured and there are doubts over Marquinhos, but there is good news for Thomas Tuchel after Mauro Icardi and Idrissa Gueye both returned at the weekend.

Manchester United vs PSG Preview

For the first time this season, Man United have found significant form with four wins in a row across the Premier League and Champions League.

Whilst this fixture could scarcely have come at a better time for the Red Devils, the same cannot be said for PSG who have hit a stumbling block after winning two and losing two of their last five fixtures, most recently drawing 2-2 at home to Bordeaux.

Although United have struggled for consistency under Solskjaer, having not won five games in a row since the Norwegian was first made caretaker manager almost two years ago, the fact that a draw is enough to qualify should take some of the pressure off.

Manchester United vs PSG Tips and Predictions

The Red Devils will be buoyed after coming from 2-0 down to beat Southampton at the weekend and backing them in the Draw No Bet market at Evens (2.0) is a good way to get the hosts onside here.

With one impressive victory over PSG already in this campaign, United will fancy their chances of doing so again at home and this bet protects the stake if they should settle for a draw.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Far more prolific in the Europa League than domestically, Al Hain-Cole expects the Gunners to ease to a comfortable win over the Austrian outfit

Arsenal will be looking to tie up first place in the group when they welcome Rapid Vienna to the Emirates Stadium in Thursday’s Europa League clash.

Mikel Arteta’s men are already through to the knockout stages after picking up 12 points from the first available 12, needing just one more point to secure top spot.

Arsenal vs Rapid Vienna Latest Odds

Having run out 2-1 winners in the reverse encounter in Vienna, they are clear 2/5 (1.40) favourites with bet365 to maintain their 100 per cent record by coming out on top.

Rapid are level on points in second place after back-to-back wins over Dundalk and can be backed at 6/1 (7.00) to give their chances of qualification a major boost with a shock victory in London.

Just one of the guests’ last 18 fixtures in this competition has resulted in a draw, but you can get odds of 17/4 (5.25) on them earning a creditable point here. 

Arsenal vs Rapid Vienna Team News

Sead Kolasinac could be back in contention following his COVID-19 isolation period, although Gabriel Martinelli and Thomas Partey remain injured and David Luiz is unlikely to feature following his head injury sustained in the defeat against Wolves.

Tamas Szanto, Philipp Schobesberger, Christopher Dibon, Dalibor Velimirovic, Dejan Ljubicic and Dejan Petrovic are all absent due to injury for the visitors.

Arsenal vs Rapid Vienna Preview

While only the current bottom three have scored fewer goals than the Gunners in the Premier League, they have not struggled for cutting edge in this competition – hitting the net 12 times in four fixtures so far.

Having conceded just twice at the other end, they should have little trouble in keeping at bay a Rapid team that has lost seven of their last nine Europa League matches on the road and failed to score in three of the most recent five.

Arsenal vs Rapid Vienna Tips and Predictions

All in all, odds of 11/10 (2.10) look like solid value on Arsenal maintaining their strong record in this competition by winning by at least two clear goals for their fourth group game in a row when Dietmar Kuhbauer’s team come to visit.

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