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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Leeds have provided plenty of entertainment in the Premier League this season and our tipster is backing more action when they travel to Selhurst Park

Crystal Palace and Leeds United are both looking to get their Premier League campaigns back on track when they meet at Selhurst Park on Saturday afternoon.

The Eagles opened up with victory in each of their first two matches but have managed just four points in the five games since, most recently going down 2-0 at Wolves.

It has been a similar story for Leeds as well, who won two of their first three on their return to the top flight but only picked up one win in four games in October.

Crystal Palace vs Leeds United Latest Odds

Leeds have won their last two away games in the league, taking the points at Aston Villa and Sheffield United, and are 7/5 (2.40) favourites with bet365 to extend that run here.

In contrast, Roy Hodgson’s side have only won one of their three matches at Selhurst Park this season and are 2/1 (3.0) outsiders to beat Leeds for the first time in over nine years.

Both teams have only drawn one of their seven respective league outings so far and a stalemate is available at 12/5 (3.40) with the online bookmaker.

Crystal Palace vs Leeds United Team News

Luka Milivojevic is suspended after being sent off against Wolves last time out, but otherwise Hodgson has a clean bill of health.

Rodrigo is self-isolating after being in close contact with someone who tested positive for coronavirus, whilst Raphinha, Kalvin Phillips, Diego Llorente and Adam Forshaw are all injured.

Crystal Palace vs Leeds United Preview

Leeds’ impressive start to the season has been well-documented and whilst they were brought back down to Earth with a 4-1 defeat at Elland Road by Leicester, that should not deter them as the Whites still carved out plenty of chances to score.

With 13 strikes to their name this season, Marcelo Bielsa’s side will feel confident of breaching a Palace side with just one clean sheet to their name this season – which came all the way back on the opening day.

As well, only two teams have tallied more shots on target than Leeds’ 41 and it could be another fruitful outing for the West Yorkshire side considering they have scored in six of their seven matches so far.

Crystal Palace vs Leeds United Tips and Predictions

Leeds have won over plenty of doubters already after their exciting start to the season and the 11/8 (2.38) quote from bet365 on Bielsa’s men to score over 1.5 goals offers the best bet for punters ahead of this Premier League clash on Friday.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>With the side from the capital in superb defensive form, we are backing them to keep a clean sheet against the struggling South Yorkshire outfit

Chelsea welcome Sheffield United to Stamford Bridge in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon with Frank Lampard’s men aiming to continue their recent strong defensive form.

The Blues have kept five consecutive clean sheets for the first time in a decade and will fancy their chances of extending that run against a side that have picked up just one point from a possible 21 at the start of the season.

Chelsea vs Sheffield United Latest Odds

The side from west London have won seven of their last nine home league matches and bet365 offer them at 4/11 (1.36)   to extend that run on Saturday.

Chris Wilder’s team, meanwhile, have lost nine of their last 10 league clashes and are priced at 15/2 (8.50) with the draw at 4/1 (5.00) .

Chelsea vs Sheffield United Team News

The hosts will be without Kai Havertz and Billy Gilmour, while Christian Pulisic is being assessed to see if he can return from his thigh injury.

For the visitors, Lys Mousset, Jack O’Connell and John Fleck are all out injured while Ethan Amapadu is unable to face his parent club.

Chelsea vs Sheffield United Preview

The Blues have undergone a defensive transformation in recent weeks, going from one of the most open teams in the division to one of the most solid.

Indeed, five consecutive clean sheets in all competitions is Chelsea’s best run in 10 years and it is no coincidence that it had coincided with the arrival of new goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, who has conceded just once in the seven games he has featured in since his move from Rennes.

The Blades, for their part, have failed to score in six of their last 10 Premier League matches and while Wilder’s men have been more competitive than their results might suggest, they are surely in for another difficult afternoon this weekend.

Chelsea vs Sheffield United Tips and Predictions

Chelsea are offered at evens (2.00) to keep a clean sheet and at 13/10 (2.30) both of which looks like solid options given the respective records of both teams.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The goals have been flowing in matches involving the Spanish champions in recent weeks and we are backing that trend to continue this weekend

Real Madrid travel to Mestalla on Sunday evening to face Valencia with Zinedine Zidane’s men looking to continue their strong start to the La Liga season.

The defending champions have won seven and drawn two of their last nine league clashes on the road and face a Valencia side who have won just two of their eight league matches this term.

Valencia vs Real Madrid Latest Odds

It looks like this could be a difficult season for Valencia and this week saw midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia leave for Atletico Madrid.

The Frenchman joined fellow first-choice players Rodrigo Moreno, Dani Parejo, Francis Coquelin, Ferran Torres and Ezequiel Garay in departing Mestalla, with manager Javi Gracia infuriated by the club’s decision not to sign a single replacement.

The departure of so many important players, the lack of form and the general negative atmosphere all contribute to Valencia being priced as high as 11/2 (6.50) with bet365.

Los Blancos, for their part, can be backed at 9/20 (1.45) and the draw at 7/2 (4.50).

Valencia vs Real Madrid Team News

The hosts have full-back Thierry Correia suspended following his sending off last weekend against Getafe while centre-back Mouctar Diakhaby is out injured.

For Real Madrid, Lucas Vazquez is likely to continue at right-back with Dani Carvajal, Nacho Fernandez and Alvaro Odriozola all still side-lined. Martin Odegaard is closing in on a return from injury and could be ready for Sunday.

Valencia vs Real Madrid Preview

Los Che have kept just a solitary clean sheet in their eight league games this term and their poor defensive from last season has continued.

In each of their last four matches, Valencia have conceded two goals and only a penalty in 99th minute against Getafe last Sunday prevented them from succumbing to a fourth straight defeat.

Real Madrid have also been conceding goals but Zidane’s side have been dangerous in the final third, netting 18 times in their last five matches, and that firepower has helped them to some positive results in the last three weeks. 

Valencia vs Real Madrid Tips And Predictions

Backing over 3.0 goals on the Asian goal line at 99/100 (1.99) looks like an excellent option. This selection provides a half win if there are exactly three goals in the game and a full win if there are more.

Each of Los Blancos’ last five games have seen at least four goals, and another high-scoring game looks set to be on the cards on Sunday night. 

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”>With the Reds missing their inspirational leader at the back, Al Hain-Cole is backing Sterling to come up with a big goal at the Etihad on Sunday

Manchester City welcome Premier League champions Liverpool to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday afternoon and if previous editions are to go by, this could be a fruitful outing for Pep Guardiola’s men.

Indeed, the last three times these teams have met at Eastlands in the league has seen the Citizens win this fixture 5-0, 2-1 and 4-0, and there is set to be yet more goals this time around.

Having put 11 goals past Liverpool in the last three Premier League encounters on home soil, City will be confident of taking advantage of Virgil van Dijk’s absence at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

With Sergio Aguero doubtful due to injury, Raheem Sterling will be aiming to step up and lead the attack against the club he left in 2015.

The England international came back to haunt the Reds for the first time in the league in a 4-0 win last time out and is his side’s 4/1 (5.00) favourite with bet365 to break the deadlock, or available at 20/21 (1.95) to score anytime.

However, Gabriel Jesus is pushing for a recall after making a goal-scoring from injury against Olympiakos in midweek and can be backed at 21/20 (2.05) to hit the net yet again here.

Kevin De Bruyne opened the scoring from the penalty spot in July’s meeting here and is priced at a solid 7/4 (2.75) to get on target once more in high profile circumstances.

Although weakened in defence, Jurgen Klopp’s men looked as dangerous as ever up front in Tuesday’s 5-0 Champions League away win over Atalanta.

Having grabbed his ninth goal of the season already in Bergamo, the Egyptian star is a strong 4/1 (5.00) bet to get the ball rolling here – not to mention 20/21 (1.95) anytime odds.

Joining his usual partner in crime on the scoresheet in midweek, Sadio Mane is on offer at 21/20 (2.05) to add to his seven-goal tally for the season here.

Roberto Firmino’s usual place in the famous front three is under threat from new signing Diogo Jota, who is a potentially lucrative 13/8 (2.63) longer shot after scoring seven times in just his first five starts for the champions.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>bet365's tool allows users to put multiple selections from the same match into one bet and our tipster has used it to come up with a wager for Sunday

A Premier League six-pointer takes place on Sunday when Manchester City host champions Liverpool.

Defeat for either team would not be a disaster at this early stage in the season but it would give a huge boost to the winner, both in terms of the table as well as on a psychological level.

Previous editions of this fixture have seen plenty of action, with 29 goals being scored in the last 10 renewals in all competitions, and Sunday’s clash should be no different.

Using bet365’s Bet Builder tool, which allows users to put multiple selections from the same match into one bet, our tipster has come up with a 60/1 (61.0) bet: Raheem Sterling and Diogo Jota to score, Joe Gomez and Kyle Walker to be carded.

With Gabriel Jesus having only just returned from injury, Pep Guardiola may continue to play Sterling as the most advanced player and this should give him plenty of chance to add to his already impressive goal tally.

The former Liverpool man has scored five times in 10 starts this season and found the net when these sides last met back in July, so looks a prime candidate to strike again on Sunday against a depleted Reds defence.

Also in form is Jota after his hat-trick against Atalanta in midweek to make it seven goals for the season, having also scored the winning goal in Liverpool’s last two Premier League outings.

The Portuguese has shown no signs of needing to settle in at Anfield and will be brimming with confidence ahead of this trip to the Etihad Stadium.

In terms of bookings, Walker actually has a very impressive disciplinary record for Man City, picking up only 10 cautions in 100 Premier League appearances for the club.

However, his most recent yellow cards have come against Liverpool, Tottenham and Manchester United, and Sadio Mane will no doubt provide another tough test for the right-back.

Finally, Gomez has stepped up admirably since the season-ending injury to Virgil van Dijk but is generally liable for a yellow card, having been booked seven times last season – more than any other Red.

One of those was against City in the 4-0 loss back in July and the array of tricky attackers possessed by Guardiola’s team means the threat of a caution is always there for defenders.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The Foxes have been in strong form in the final third but our tipster is backing a tight affair when they host defensively-sound Wolves on Sunday

Leicester City can move top of the Premier League for at least a couple of hours when Wolves visit the King Power Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Currently one point behind Liverpool, who play Manchester City later in the day, Brendan Rodgers’ side will leapfrog his old club if the Foxes avoid defeat in this one.

Although Leicester have won five of their seven league matches with 17 goals to their name, Wolves boast the second-best defence in the league and represent a stern test for the 2015-16 champions.

Leicester City vs Wolves Latest Odds

The Foxes are on a two-game winning streak in the league and bet365 make them 13/10 (2.30) favourites to see off Nuno Espirito Santo’s men.

Wolves, though, have picked up 10 points from the last available 12 and are 9/4 (3.25) outsiders to make that 13 from 15.

Both meetings between these sides last season finished 0-0 and another draw is available at 11/5 (3.20) .

Leicester City vs Wolves Team News

James Maddison proved his fitness by playing 90 minutes in Leicester’s 4-0 win over Braga on Thursday, but Timothy Castagne, Caglar Soyuncu, Daniel Amartey, Wilfred Ndidi, Ricardo Pereira and Jonny Evans are all injured.

Santo will be without Jonny, and Fernando Marcal is a doubt, but otherwise the Portuguese manager has a full complement of players to choose from.

Leicester City vs Wolves Preview

Thursday’s comfortable victory in the Europa League made it 10 goals in the last three games in all competitions, and that sky-high confidence will be boosted even further by Jamie Vardy’s return after he was rested against Braga.

However, that impressive run could be set to end against a Wolves team that has conceded just once in their last four games and allowed just two shots on target in each of those fixtures.

As well as boasting one of the strongest defences, Santo’s side are the least-effective attack outside of the bottom four with just eight goals scored and average little over three shots on target per game.

Leicester City vs Wolves Tips and Predictions

It is set to be a tight affair at the King Power Stadium and the 5/6 (1.83) quote from bet365 on under 7.5 match shots on target offers decent value for punters, having paid out in five of Wolves’ seven fixtures this term.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The Gunners have had little trouble in firing past Smith's men in the past, and Al Hain-Cole is expecting plenty of goalmouth action on Sunday

Arsenal will be looking to finish a strong week on a high when they welcome Aston Villa to the Emirates in Sunday’s Premier League clash.

The Gunners followed up last weekend’s big away win over Manchester United with a comfortable Europa League victory against Molde on Thursday, recovering from a goal down to eventually win 4-1.

Arsenal vs Aston Villa Latest Odds

Having won seven of their last eight meetings with this opposition, they are priced at 13/20 (1.65) with bet365 to come out on top once again.

After taking 12 points from the first available 12 this league season, Dean Smith’s men have lost their last two consecutive matches but can be backed at 4/1 (5.00) to bounce back with big win here.

None of the last 10 meetings between this pair have resulted in draws, but you can get odds of 31/10 (4.10) on this one finishing up all square.

Arsenal vs Aston Villa Team News

Gabriel Martinelli and Pablo Mari are both definitely ruled out, while Calum Chambers remains a major doubt due to injury.

Bertrand Traore could be in contention following a groin injury, although Tom Heaton, Kortney Hause and Wesley are all still sidelined.

Arsenal vs Aston Villa Preview

With just one goal to their name in the last three league fixtures, Mikel Arteta’s team will have been particularly encouraged to put four past Molde in the Europa League in midweek.

They should be feeling fairly confident of maintaining that prolific form against a visiting defence they have scored past 16 times in the last four encounters on home soil.

What’s more, the Villans have conceded three times in three of their last four league matches, albeit scoring 14 times in five games themselves including seven in that famous win over Liverpool.

Arsenal vs Aston Villa Tips and Predictions

All in all, even money (2.00) seems like decent value on both Arsenal and Aston Villa getting on target in an entertaining clash that produces three goals or more, as it did last season at the Emirates when the Gunners snatched a 3-2 win.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The visitors were in Europa League action in Bulgaria on Thursday evening and the short turnaround between games could mean few goals this weekend

Jose Mourinho takes his Tottenham side to the Hawthorns on Sunday to face a West Brom team still searching for their first Premier League win of the season.

Slaven Bilic’s men have recorded three draws and four defeats from their seven games so far, while Spurs have won all three of their away matches this term.

West Brom vs Tottenham Latest Odds

The Baggies’ last win in the English top-flight actually came against Spurs back in May 2018 and bet365 offer them at 6/1 (7.00) to pick up three points on Sunday afternoon.

Spurs, for their part, can be backed at 9/20 (1.45) while the draw is available at 10/3 (4.33).

West Brom vs Tottenham Team News

The hosts are without Sam Field and Hal Robson-Kanu but welcome back defender Dara O’Shea from an ankle problem.

Erik Lamela and Japhet Tanganga are both out for Spurs, however Sergio Reguilon starts after being assessed, having not featured on Thursday night in the Europa League.

West Brom XI: Johnstone; Furlong, Ajayi, Bartley, O’Shea; Townsend, Gallagher, Livermore, Krovinovic, Robinson; Grant

Spurs XI: Lloris; Doherty, Alderweireld, Dier, Reguilon; Hojbjerg, Sissoko, Ndombele; Bale, Son, Kane

West Brom vs Tottenham Preview

Spurs have won both of their Premier League matches this season which have come after Europa League group games, but both victories have been hardfought.

The European success over LASK was followed by a 1-0 win at Burnley, while the 1-0 loss at Antwerp saw the team bounce back with a 2-1 win against Brighton.

The north London side were victorious in Bulgaria against Ludogorets on Thursday and there should be interest in backing another tight game, with the short turnaround likely to hinder Spurs’ intensity.

West Brom’s recent matches have been low-scoring encounters and opposing goals at The Hawthorns this weekend should appeal, especially considering Harry Kane and Gareth Bale both started on Thursday and are likely to do so here.

West Brom vs Tottenham Tips and Predictions

Under 2.75 goals in the game is offered at 93/100 (1.93) and looks like a solid option.

This selection pays out in full if there are less than three goals in the game, while half the initial stake is returned if there are exactly three goals in the game. 

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Boasting a strong home record against the Reds, Al Hain-Cole is backing Guardiola's men to prove too strong for their understrength visitors

The Premier League title race could take an early twist when Manchester City welcome Liverpool to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

Pep Guardiola’s men are five points adrift of the leaders in 10th place, although have played one fewer match so far.

Manchester City vs Liverpool Latest Odds

Unbeaten in four home league games against this opposition, they are 19/20 (1.95) favourites with bet365 to close the gap to just a single point with a big win.

The Reds are top of the league on goal difference and come into this clash on the back of a five-match winning streak in all competitions, and can be backed at 12/5 (3.40) to open up a big cushion by coming out on top here.

None of the last 16 fixtures at this ground have resulted in draws, but you can get odds of 16/5 (4.20) on this one finishing up all square.

Manchester City vs Liverpool Team News

Gabriel Jesus is back following injury but Sergio Aguero remains sidelined and Fernandinho and Benjamin Mendy are also both ruled out.

Virgil van Dijk, Fabinho and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain are all sidelined, as is Thiago Alcantara, but Joel Matip is fit to start.

Manchester City XI: Ederson; Walker, Laporte, Dias, Cancelo; Rodrigo, Gundogan, De Bruyne; Torres, Sterling, Jesus

Liverpool XI: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Matip, Gomez, Robertson; Henderson, Wijnaldum, Jota; Salah, Mane, Firmino

Manchester City vs Liverpool Preview

Although they may be top of the league going into the weekend, Jurgen Klopp’s team is still a far cry from the one that romped to last season’s title.

Van Dijk’s injury has left a massive hole in a backline that was already looking rather vulnerable, underlined by the shocking 7-2 defeat against Aston Villa with the Dutchman at the heart of the defence.

In fact, they have only kept two clean sheets in their last nine away matches in the league, conceding 20 goals and suffering four defeats.

Manchester City vs Liverpool Tips and Predictions

Having won their last three home league matches against Liverpool by a combined 11-1 scoreline, those 19/20 (1.95) odds seem pretty generous on City taking advantage of any weakness in the opposition defence and pulling off a highly significant victory.

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

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Recent matches involving these two nations have been low-scoring encounters and we are backing that trend to continue when they meet this week

Spain travel to Amsterdam on Wednesday evening to face the Netherlands in a friendly at the Johan Cruyff Arena.

Luis Enrique’s side suffered a shock 1-0 defeat in the Nations League last month in Ukraine, while the Dutch have failed to win any of their last four matches in all competitions.

Netherlands vs Spain Latest Odds

La Roja have not won any of their last five away matches but are favourites to triumph on Wednesday evening.

The visitors are available at 11/8 (2.38) with bet365 while Frank de Boer’s men can be backed at 9/5 (2.80) with the draw at 11/5 (3.20).

These sides have not met for five years but their last encounter was a friendly in 2015, which the Netherlands won 2-0 in Amsterdam.

Netherlands vs Spain Team News

Jesus Navas and Ansu Fati have dropped out after picking up injuries, with Hector Bellerin and Marco Asensio replacing them. Atletico Madrid’s Marcos Llorente could make his debut while clubmate Koke returns after a two-year absence.

For the hosts, PSV youngster Mohamed Ihattaren has pulled out of the squad with illness, while FC Twente goalkeeper Joel Drommel has been drafted in after both Jasper Cillessen and Justin Bijlow dropped out. 

Netherlands vs Spain Preview

Both sides boast plenty of talented attacking players, yet 2020 has seen both the Dutch and Spanish struggle for goals.

Luis Enrique is still not sure who his main striker is, with Alvaro Morata, Gerard Moreno, Fati, Mikel Oyarzabal and Rodrigo Moreno all being deployed in recent matches.

The manager will likely use the match in Amsterdam to try things once again, and a lack of continuity may possibly affect the fluency with which La Roja attack.

Netherlands seem to have things a little clearer with Luuk De Jong and Memphis Depay spearheading their attack, but neither player is in prolific form and the team have been far from clinical in the final third.

Netherlands vs Spain Tips and Predictions

Under 2.5 goals is priced at 9/10 (1.90) and has paid out in all five of the Netherlands matches this year, as well as in four of Spain’s five clashes in 2020. 

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