by Chike Nwoye
There’s a lot at stake this weekend. Can Aston Villa condemn Liverpool to their 7th defeat in 8 games? Can Arsenal continue their ruthless streak? Never mind a goal, can Burnley get a shot on target against them?
Omar Marmoush and Rayan Cherki are back and scoring for Manchester City as they welcome the Cherries to the Etihad. Finally, can anyone stop Vincent Kompany’s Bayern Munich, a team on a 14-game winning start to the season? There’s a lot at stake this weekend, and with Champions League fixtures lined up next week, some managers might rotate their teams a bit to make the most of their squad depth. Seat back and relax as the bet wizard breaks it down.
| League | Fixture | Tips | Bet |
| EPL | Burnley vs. Arsenal | HTUP: Arsenal | Bet Now |
| EPL | Tottenham vs. Chelsea | Both Teams to Score | Bet Now |
| EPL | Liverpool vs. Aston Villa | Mo Salah Anytime Scorer | Bet Now |
| EPL | Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester United | HTUP: Manchester United | Bet Now |
| EPL | Manchester City vs. Bournemouth | Both Teams to Score | Bet Now |
| LaLiga | Real Madrid vs. Valencia | Real Madrid Over 1.5 Goals | Bet Now |
| LaLiga | Barcelona vs. Elche | Both Teams to Score | Bet Now |
| Bundesliga | Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen | Harry Kane Anytime Scorer | Bet Now |
| Ligue 1 | Paris Saint-Germain vs. Nice | Both Teams to Score | Bet Now |
| Serie A | AC Milan vs. AS Roma | Under 2.5 Goals | Bet Now |
A focused and confident Arsenal faces Burnley this weekend. They’re unbeaten in Premier League history at Turf Moor and on an eight-game winning streak across all competitions. Arteta’s men have turned defensive solidity into an art form with six straight clean sheets in October, setting a new English record, and they’ve now gone 13 league games unbeaten against newly-promoted sides. Even with doubts over Saliba and Martinelli, the Gunners’ momentum is fierce, and Leandro Trossard looks set to fill that attacking gap alongside stand-in captain, Bukayo Saka.
Burnley, though, are showing some fight of their own. Back-to-back league wins over Wolves and Leeds have lifted them five points clear of danger, while they’ve scored in six straight matches. Left-back Quilindschy Hartman has been a creative spark with four assists this season, though none yet at Turf Moor. The stats still make grim reading for the Clarets: just one win in 18 Premier League meetings with Arsenal, and no top-flight victory over a table-topping side since 1975. Arsenal’s set-piece artistry - 11 of 16 goals this season - could again prove decisive. Our betting tips are for the Gunners to be ahead at half-time, making this the perfect chance to use the HTUP feature, and also for them to score first seeing as they’ve opened the scoring in their last 6 games.
Tottenham and Chelsea renew hostilities in North London this weekend in a derby that always delivers drama. Spurs’ form has been patchy lately; dumped out of the EFL Cup by Newcastle and winless in three home league games. However, they’re still third in the table and proving a real threat from set pieces. Five of their 17 Premier League goals have come via headers, while Micky van de Ven, fresh from his brace at Everton, returns to marshal a defence that’s tightened up under Thomas Frank. Injuries remain a huge concern for them, with Maddison, Kulusevski, Solanke, and Bissouma among a long list of absentees.
Chelsea, meanwhile, come into this one after a wild 4-3 EFL Cup win over Wolves but a frustrating 2-1 home defeat to Sunderland in the league. They’ve lost three of their last five Premier League games but remain dangerous on the road, winning four of their last seven away matches. History is also on the Blues’ side, having won five of six league visits to Tottenham’s stadium and will fancy their chances again. Giving a proper football prediction, especially a match outcome, looks tricky here so I’ll lean on the goals market.
Liverpool’s season is teetering, and Anfield could be the stage for either redemption or disaster. Arne Slot’s side have lost six of their last seven in all competitions - their worst run in decades - and risk suffering five straight league defeats for the first time since 1953. The Reds’ defensive issues are glaring, and while injuries haven’t helped, they’ll need leaders like Mohamed Salah (275 Premier League goal contributions for Liverpool) to spark a revival. Salah loves facing Villa; he’s scored or assisted in all six of his Anfield appearances against them.
Aston Villa, meanwhile, are flying. Unai Emery’s men have won four league games in a row, including a statement 1-0 victory over Manchester City, and could become the first team since Leicester in 2016 to beat both City and Liverpool consecutively. Matty Cash has been a surprise attacking weapon, scoring twice from distance this season. Still, Villa’s record away to reigning champions is poor, losing their last 11 such visits. Liverpool’s proud home form versus Villa (six wins in their last seven at Anfield) might just keep Slot afloat… for now. You get the feeling that anything besides a win could lead to the reality of a sack for the Dutchman.
Manchester United are on the rise again, and a trip to the City Ground offers the perfect chance to prove their resurgence is no fluke. Ruben Amorim’s side have strung together three straight wins in the English Premier League (their best run since February) including big scalps over Liverpool and Brighton. In that time, United have scored more goals (14) than any other team since Matchday 3, with Bryan Mbeumo red-hot (3 goals, 1 assist in his last 3) and Matheus Cunha finally off the mark. A win here could lift them into the top four.
Nottingham Forest, meanwhile, are still adjusting to life under Sean Dyche. After an encouraging 2–0 Europa League win over Porto, they were brought back to earth in a tame 2–0 loss at Bournemouth. Dyche’s pragmatic style was evident with 17% of Forest’s passes were long, but goals remain a huge problem. They’ve lost six of their last seven in the league, including four straight without scoring. Historically, Forest have beaten United in their last three meetings, but this version of United looks too sharp, too confident, and too clinical to fall again. Besides, Sean Dyche had a lot to say about Ruben Amorim when he was struggling. The Man Utd manager skillfully dismissed the quotes when they came up during the pre-game press conference, but you do get a feeling this could be a bit personal for him. Sports betting folks might want to roll with the hot hand here.
Manchester City will be desperate to get back on track when they host high-flying Bournemouth at the Etihad on Sunday. Pep Guardiola’s side have already lost three league games this season (their joint-worst EPL start since 2013/14) and their overreliance on Erling Haaland was brutally exposed in last weekend’s 1–0 loss to Aston Villa. The Norwegian has scored just once in 439 minutes against Bournemouth, and City need more from the supporting cast. Thankfully, Omar Marmoush and Rayan Cherki are fit and scoring, with both players on target in their 3-1 win over Swansea in the EFL Cup.
But this is no routine fixture. Andoni Iraola’s Bournemouth are unbeaten in eight league games (W5 D3). It is the best current run in the Premier League and the Cherries sit second on the table. Antoine Semenyo (6G, 3A) and teenage sensation Eli Kroupi (4 goals in his last 3) have been electric, while the Cherries lead the league in goals from outside the box (6). City have won all eight Premier League home meetings with Bournemouth, but Iraola’s fearless, counter-punching side might just fancy ending that streak. I’m stating the obvious here, but this is a must-watch. This is another game where we advise our online sports betting community to lean on the goals market, with BetKing providing the best odds for that.
Fresh off their El Clásico triumph and now heavy favourites to be crowned LaLiga winners, Real Madrid return to the Bernabéu on Saturday night looking to tighten their grip on top spot when they face struggling Valencia. Xabi Alonso’s men are on a roll with nine wins in ten league games, five points clear at the summit, and unbeaten at home since April. Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappé continue to dominate headlines after inspiring the 2–1 win over Barcelona, while VinÃcius Jr - despite a minor post-game controversy - is expected to start as Los Blancos chase a sixth straight victory in all competitions.
Valencia, meanwhile, are a long way from their glory days. Carlos Corberán’s side sit 18th with just nine points from ten games and are winless away from home this season. A 5–0 Copa del Rey win midweek gave them a confidence boost, but stopping Madrid’s star-studded attack at the Bernabéu is another challenge entirely. Arnaut Danjuma (4 goals) will carry their main threat, yet history offers little comfort; Madrid have won 111 of 213 meetings between the sides and rarely slip up twice at home to the same opponent.
Barcelona return home licking their wounds after last weekend’s 2-1 El Clásico loss to Real Madrid, and they’ll have to respond without Pedri, who’s out until mid-December with a hamstring injury. The Spaniard joins a growing injury list that includes Raphinha, Andreas Christensen, Dani Olmo, and Gavi. Hansi Flick, back on the touchline after serving his own ban, could turn to youngsters Marc Casado or Marc Bernal in midfield, while Robert Lewandowski faces a late fitness test.
The Blaugrana’s once-feared high line has looked increasingly vulnerable this season, exposing a backline still adjusting after Inigo MartÃnez’s departure. Flick’s men have lost their early-season rhythm and need a statement win to keep pace with Real Madrid.
Elche, meanwhile, have been one of the surprise packages in La Liga. Eder Sarabia’s side have lost just twice in 11 games across all competitions and play brave, attacking football. Fresh off a 4-0 Copa del Rey win, they’ll fancy their chances of exploiting Barça’s defensive frailties. My bet of the day is for both sides to score.
Saturday’s Bundesliga blockbuster pits the last two champions against each other as Bayern Munich host Bayer Leverkusen at the Allianz Arena. Vincent Kompany’s Bayern have been untouchable this season with eight league wins from eight, 30 goals scored, only four conceded. In all competitions, they’ve won all 14 games to start the season, setting a new European record. Despite Jamal Musiala's continued absence, Bayern haven’t missed a beat, smashing Köln 4-1 in midweek and cruising through every competition so far. Luis DÃaz and Michael Olise have added flair and end product to an already lethal attack, with Harry Kane making an early push for the Ballon d’Or award. The English captain is in ridiculous form with 22 goals across all competition, including 12 in the 8 league games.
Leverkusen, meanwhile, are trying to rebuild under Kasper Hjulmand after the post-Xabi Alonso exodus and Erik ten Hag early divorce. They’ve won four of their last five in all competitions, but that 7-2 Champions League hammering by PSG exposed their fragility. Still, with Patrik Schick leading the line, Die Werkself are capable of causing some damage, though they’ll need a near-perfect night to stop Bayern’s ruthless machine.
Paris Saint-Germain return to the Parc des Princes on Saturday aiming to get back to winning ways after a frustrating 1-1 draw at Lorient. Luis Enrique’s side were wasteful in midweek but remain top of Ligue One. The reigning champs have been dominant at home, scoring 12 times in their last five at the Parc while conceding just four. Nuno Mendes grabbed their only goal last time out, while Bradley Barcola will be desperate to add to his tally.
Nice arrive in confident mood, sitting eighth after a 2-0 win over Lille, their third straight league victory. Franck Haise’s men have been quietly efficient, collecting points in five consecutive Ligue 1 outings and boasting a record of scoring multiple goals in all five of their wins this season. Sofiane Diop’s blistering form of six goals in five games gives Les Aiglons hope of another upset (they’ve already beaten PSG twice in their last three visits to Paris). The last 5 meetings between these two sides have seen both sides get on the scoresheet and for a chance to get 1.7x your betting stake, this is a market worth going for.
Sunday night’s clash at San Siro sees two Serie A heavyweights face off in a battle that could shake up the title race. Milan have been tough to beat under Massimiliano Allegri, going nine unbeaten, but they’ve drawn their last two, including a frustrating 1-1 at Atalanta. The Rossoneri sit three points behind leaders Napoli and will be without key man Christian Pulisic, while Adrien Rabiot and Pervis Estupiñán also remain sidelined. Allegri’s men haven’t been sparkling, but their defensive solidity keeps them in every game.
Roma, meanwhile, come into this game in better form under Gian Piero Gasperini. Back-to-back wins over Parma and Sassuolo have taken them joint-top with Napoli, boasting the league’s best defense, just four goals conceded. In fact, only Arsenal have conceded fewer league goals than the Romans amongst Europe’s top 5 leagues. Mario Hermoso and Artem Dovbyk have been clutch, and the team's aggressive press has started to click.
Both sides have traded results in recent meetings, with no clear dominance. So, expect a physical, tactical showdown. Milan’s home edge could make the difference, but Roma’s confidence means this one’s wide open.
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