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Now that the international break has concluded, we'll shift our focus back to club football. We'll be providing our bet predictions, and delve into the many betting offers that BetKing has in store for an exciting week of football ahead. 


**Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove** 

Since Erik ten Hag assumed the role of Head Coach at Manchester United, his league record at Old Trafford has been impressive, with just one defeat to his name – a 2-1 loss to Brighton & Hove on the first day of last season. This weekend presents an opportunity for the Dutchman to seek redemption, although it won't be a simple task. Brighton has emerged as a bogey team for the Red Devils, having secured victory in all of their last three league encounters. Manchester United is now on the verge of a potentially historic fourth consecutive league defeat to the same opponent, a feat that has only occurred twice in the club's history: against Liverpool between December 2000 and January 2002 and against Manchester City between April 2013 and November 2014. 

Brighton has kicked off the season with an incredibly potent attack, leading the Premier League with a remarkable 12 goals scored in the first four games. Impressively, they've also registered the highest expected goals (xG) at 10.22 during this period. Just before the international break, Evan Ferguson made headlines by notching his first professional hat trick as Brighton convincingly defeated Newcastle 3-1, and he could be a betting favorite to score at any time. 

Brighton’s impressive attack is not limited to this season alone; they’ve found the net in each of their last 15 away Premier League matches - a club record. However, one aspect where they struggle is their defense, which often appears vulnerable. So far this season, they haven't kept a clean sheet, and their defensive performance ranks as the 6th worst in the league, conceding an xG of 8.43. 

Manchester United has maintained a sound record at home, but their upcoming game is marred by injury concerns and a blend of legal and dressing room controversies, resulting in the unavailability of several key players. They've conceded 7 goals while scoring just 5. The scoring deficiency isn't due to a lack of creating opportunities, though, as they boast a respectable 8.41xG. One thing that can be expected from this game is a high likelihood of goals, and given the best odds we provide for this, we have the most enticing props for our online sports betting community.  

 

**Betting Tips:**

• Over 2.5 Goals 

• Both teams to score 

• Brighton to score over 1.5 Goals 

**West Ham United vs Manchester City** 

West Ham finds themselves in a surprising top-of-the-table clash as they host Manchester City, a scenario that few could have predicted at this stage of the season. The Hammers have undoubtedly been the standout team in this campaign's early stages, securing victory in 3 out of their 4 games, including a pair of 3–1 wins over Chelsea and Brighton & Hove.  

While their defense has yet to keep a clean sheet this season, there is minimal cause for concern due to their fiery attack. They've scored 9 goals, exceeding their expected goals (xG) of 7.37, and highlighting their efficiency in front of the goal. The addition of James Ward-Prowse to the squad has proven to be a masterstroke, with the Englishman contributing a goal and 3 assists in just 3 games. Now, West Ham faces their toughest challenge as they welcome the reigning champions and current league leaders to the London Stadium.  

Manchester City have enjoyed their away trips to West Ham in recent times. They remain unbeaten in their last 8 visits to the Hammers' home ground, impressively scoring 24 goals while conceding just 6 during that period. In fact, Manchester City's dominance extends beyond just their away encounters; they haven't tasted defeat against West Ham in the Premier League for 15 matches, boasting 12 wins and 3 draws. Their last loss in this fixture dates back to 2015, prior to Pep Guardiola taking charge of the club. 

Despite not **appearing** as dominant as they have in previous years, Manchester City's results tell a different story. They are the only team in the league with a perfect 100% win record, having scored 11 goals while conceding just 2. Erling Haaland stands out as the leading goalscorer in the league with 6 goals to his name, which includes a memorable hat-trick just before the international break. 

West Ham's game plan may indeed involve tactical fouling and strategic time-wasting, tactics that often lead to an increase in bookings for their players. With this in mind, our bet of the day is for the Hammers to get Over 2.5 Bookings. Given the high odds, we strongly advise going for this prop as it provides an excellent reward for money.  

 
**Betting Tips:** 

• Manchester City to win

• West Ham Bookings: Over 2.5 

**Juventus vs Lazio** 

Juventus might be facing legal action from former defender Leonardo Bonucci and Paul Pogba’s legal troubles. On the field however, they have begun the season impressively, securing 2 wins and a draw in 3 games. Impressively, they have conceded just once, a statistic that many view as a sign that they are approaching their best form. They now have an opportunity to start the league campaign with 3 clean sheets in 4 games for the second consecutive season, a feat they haven't accomplished since the 2004/05 and 2005/06 seasons. With no European football to contend with this season, the expectations are high for a title challenge, and a victory on Saturday would serve as a clear indicator of their ambitions in the league. 

Lazio secured a crucial away victory against Napoli just before the international break, a result that prevented them from getting stuck in the relegation zone and instead propelled them to the 12th position in the standings. This win has undoubtedly boosted their confidence. Also, in their last encounter with Juventus, they emerged with a win in a tightly contested match. It marked their first win against the Old Lady in 7 attempts, having previously suffered 4 defeats and 2 draws. However, Juventus has a sound record at home, which makes them a tough opponent to beat on their own turf. Additionally, Lazio may have one eye on their upcoming midweek Champions League fixture against Atlético Madrid, which might be a distraction or affect their preparations for the match against Juventus. 


**Betting Tips:** 

• Juventus to win 

• Over 1.5 goals  

**Inter vs Milan** 

The upcoming Derbi della Madonnina is indeed shaping up to be one of the toughest to predict in recent years, as both sides appear evenly matched. Notably, they are the only two Italian teams with a perfect 100% win record, having each won all 3 of their games to start the season. In terms of goals scored, they are neck and neck, with both teams finding the net 8 times. However, on the defensive front, Inter has yet to concede a goal, while Milan has let in 2.  

On the scoring chart, Inter's skipper, Lautaro Martinez, leads the way with 5 goals, closely followed by Milan's Olivier Giroud, who has notched 4 goals. Both players are strong contenders to score at any time during the match, adding to the excitement and unpredictability of this derby. 

It's quite understandable to lean towards an Inter Milan victory, as they have indeed been the slightly stronger side recently. Their record of scoring in 11 consecutive home games against Milan in all competitions suggests they are likely to extend that streak, especially considering their current form. Inter has also showed dominance in this fixture with four consecutive wins in the Milan Derby, and they've done so without conceding a goal. A victory on Saturday would mark their fifth consecutive win in this historic rivalry, a feat they have never achieved in their history. All these factors make Inter a compelling choice as the favorites in the upcoming match. 

Milan may have taken a back seat to their cross-town rivals in recent head-to-head meetings, but they have a revamped squad with exciting new talents like Christian Pulisic, Samuel Chukwueze, and Ruben Loftus-Cheek. These additions bring a fresh dynamic to the team and offer more attacking options. However, losing Fikayo Tomori to suspension could indeed be a significant hurdle for Milan to overcome. Tomori has proven to be a key pillar of their defense, and his absence may weaken their back line. 

 

**Betting Tips:** 

• Double Chance: Inter or Draw 

• Lautaro Martinez Any time Scorer 

• Olivier Giroud Any time scorer 

**Everton vs Arsenal** 

While Everton boasts an impressive record of being unbeaten in their last 5 home games against Arsenal, winning 4 of those encounters, including each of the last 3, historical statistics are where the cause for optimism ends. Everton has struggled as a team for several years and has frequently been on the brink of relegation to the Championship. Some even speculate that this season might be the one where they finally make that drop due to their poor start. 

Despite a recent spell of not scoring in 3 league games, Everton found the back of the net 4 times in just 5 days in the League Cup (against Doncaster) and in a 2-2 draw at Bramall Lane. However, given their overall performance, there doesn't appear to be much reason to expect them to come away from this game with a positive result. 

The Gunners looked good the last time we saw them. After falling behind 1-0 to Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium, they quickly responded with a goal from their captain, Martin Ødegaard. Then, in a dramatic turn of events, they secured a late victory with two goals scored deep into stoppage time, courtesy of Declan Rice and Gabriel Jesus. This win injected a renewed sense of belief and confidence into the Arsenal team, especially considering they had appeared somewhat unconvincing in their previous matches. 

Ahead of this game, the Gunners will feel confident about their prospects against an Everton side that has yet to register a clean sheet in the league and is falling short of its expected goals (xG) tally, having scored just 2 goals from an xG of 7.95. Arsenal's recent away record adds to their optimism, as they have kept the most clean sheets on the road (11) since the beginning of last season and have also notched a joint-high 13 away victories in that stretch. While Everton may employ a time-wasting and persistent fouling strategy, Arsenal should put an end to their winless streak at Goodison Park. 

 

**Betting Tips:**

• Arsenal to win 

• Over 8.5 Corners 

• Everton to pick up Over 2.5 bookings 

**Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad** 

Real Madrid will host Real Sociedad at Santiago Bernabéu, with both teams keeping an eye on their Wednesday Champions League fixtures. Carlo Ancelotti’s men will host Union Berlin, while Real Sociedad will welcome last season's finalists, Inter. Ahead of this game, though, Los Blancos will need to approach it with caution if they aim to maintain their perfect start to the season. Real Sociedad has showed resilience by losing just once in their last 13 league games, making it clear they won't be easy opponents in this fixture. Despite having won 9 consecutive matches against Real Sociedad, Madrid has lost twice and drawn once in their last 5 meetings, including a 2-0 defeat in their last encounter back in May.  

Real Sociedad will heavily rely on their star player, former Real Madrid talent Takefusa Kubo. Kubo has been in exceptional form this season, making him one of the standout performers in Spain. He has contributed significantly with 3 goals and 1 assist in just 4 games for Sociedad. His impressive form extended to the international break, where he provided 2 assists in Japan's 4-1 victory over Germany, all within a mere 16 minutes of playing time.  

For Real Madrid, the player to watch out for is Jude Bellingham. Bellingham has been a standout performer, currently leading La Liga with 5 goals to his name. Bellingham also continued to showcase his excellence during the international break by scoring a goal for his national team against Scotland.  
 

**Betting Tips:** 

• Over 1.5 Goals 

**Freiburg vs Borussia Dortmund** 

Last season's joint-top scorer, Niclas Füllkrug, might be denied his first start for Dortmund due to injury concerns, as the club likely wants him in better condition for their upcoming Champions League trip to PSG. Dortmund currently finds themselves in 9th place on the Bundesliga standings, following disappointing draws against Bochum and Heidenheim. With just 5 points from a possible 9, this marks their worst start to a league campaign in 14 seasons. Freiburg had a promising start to the season with 2 impressive victories, but their momentum was halted just before the international break with a heavy 5-0 defeat to Stuttgart. 

Dortmund will have an opportunity to return to the path of victory on a ground where they have experienced some success in recent years. Freiburg has been quite porous defensively when hosting Dortmund, having conceded 46 goals, which is more than they've conceded against any other Bundesliga club at home. Interestingly, Freiburg has also shown some defensive solidity (by their standards) by not conceding more than one goal in 17 consecutive Bundesliga home games. However, the last time they did was against Dortmund in a 3-1 loss last season.  

One player to keep an eye on is Sébastien Haller. Haller has scored in each of his last four Bundesliga meetings with Freiburg and one of our betting tips today is for him to score at anytime.  

 

**Betting Tips:** 

• Double Chance: Dortmund to win or draw 

• Sébastien Haller anytime scorer 

**Atlanta United vs Inter Miami CF** 

Last time Inter Miami were on the pitch, Lionel Messi was observing a well-earned rest, but his teammates still picked up 3 points in his absence, securing a vital 3-2 win over Sporting KC. During the international break, Messi once again showcased his brilliance. His remarkable free-kick secured a victory over Ecuador, and he followed that up by sitting out a 3-0 win against Bolivia. Now fully rested, he is expected to make his return to the pitch as Inter Miami travels to Atlanta. 

In the MLS, Inter Miami has been on an impressive run, winning 3 games and drawing 1 in their last 4 matches, making them one of the most in-form teams in the league since its resumption. However, their position on the table highlights the challenging situation Lionel Messi met the team in. Despite amassing 10 points out of a possible 12 in their recent run, Inter Miami has only climbed from 15th to 14th place in the Eastern Conference standings. On the bright side, they are now just 6 points away from a playoff spot, which should motivate them to deliver a top-notch performance. 

Their previous victory over Atlanta United with a commanding scoreline of 4-0 in the Leagues Cup will undoubtedly boost their confidence, and Messi and his teammates will be eager to replicate that success and secure all three points in their upcoming match. 


**Betting Tips:** 

• Inter Miami to win 

• Lionel Messi anytime scorer 

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Betting Tips

Weekend Betting Preview

• Over 2.5 Goals

• Both teams to score

• Brighton to score over 1.5 Goals

• Manchester City to win

• Over 2.5 Goals

• West Ham Bookings: Over 2.5

• Juventus to win

• Over 1.5 goals

• Double Chance: Inter or Draw

• Lautaro Martinez Any time Scorer

• Olivier Giroud Any time scorer

• Arsenal to win

• Over 8.5 Corners

• Everton to pick up Over 2.5 bookings

• Both teams to score

• Over 1.5 Goals

• Double Chance: Dortmund to win or draw

• Sébastien Haller anytime scorer

• Inter Miami to win

• Lionel Messi anytime scorer