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Alaves have lost 11 of their last 13 matches (La Liga).

Eintracht Braunschweig have drawn 6 of their last 7 away matches (Bundesliga II).

Platanias have lost their last 7 matches (Super League).

Slough Town have won their last 5 matches (FA Cup).

Estoril have lost their last 4 home matches (Liga NOS).

FC Midtjylland have won 9 of their last 10 home matches (Superliga).

Rad Beograd have lost 8 of their last 10 matches (Super Liga).

Gaz Metan Medias have drawn their last 3 away matches (Liga I).

Banfield have won their last 4 matches against San Martin San Juan in all competitions.

ACS Poli Timisoara have drawn their last 3 matches (Liga I).

Siah Jamegan have lost 7 of their last 8 matches (Persian Gulf Pro League).

Ingolstadt have won their last 3 home matches (Bundesliga II).

Lanus have lost their last 3 matches (Primera División).

Velez Sarsfield have lost their last 3 away matches (Primera División).

FC Midtjylland have won their last 5 home matches against OB in all competitions.

Universidad Catolica have lost 6 of their last 7 matches (Clausura).

AEK Larnaca have won 6 of their last 7 matches (First Division).

Al Masry have won 5 of their last 6 away matches (Premier League).

Ludogorets Razgrad have won 5 of their last 6 home matches

El Entag El Harby have lost their last 3 home matches (Premier League).

Chelsea vs Atletico Madrid: Match Preview & Prediction

Team News

 Chelsea
  • David Luiz, Kenedy and Michy Batshuayi are expected to miss out for the home side on Tuesday.
  • Willian and Pedro will push for starts after failing to start at the weekend, but Antonio Conte may stick with a 3-5-1-1 formation here.
  • Gary Cahill and Tiemoue Bakayoko should both start on Tuesday after being rested at the weekend, while Davide Zappacosta may also be restored at right wing-back.
Atletico Madrid
  • Stefan Savic returns after missing their last Champions League game through suspension
  • Thomas Partey may be required at right-back with Juanfran struggling with injury.
  • Ángel Correa and Kevin Gameiro battle for a position up front with Antoine Griezmann.
  • Knowing they need three points to have any chance of progressing, Yannick Carrasco should start here.

Match Facts

There have been over 2.5 goals scored in Chelsea‘s last 7games (UEFA Champions League).

Chelsea have seen over 2.5 goals in 5 of their last 6 matches against Atletico in all competitions.

There have been under 2.5 goals scored in Atletico‘s last 3games (UEFA Champions League).

Prediction

  • Chelsea have already secured their place in the next round and will secure top spot with a win here, or if Roma fail to beat Qarabag in the group’s other game.
  • Atletico Madrid kept their hopes of a top-two finish alive in the last round and must win at Stamford Bridge and hope Roma fail to beat Qarabag to have any chance of joining Chelsea in the next round.
  • Atletico have rediscovered their goalscoring touch at the right time but Chelsea are the only team that have beaten Diego Simeone’s side in any competition this season. It’s an equally poised game but you have to think Atletico have themselves with too much to do.
Prediction:

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Atletico Madrid Atletico Madrid logo

Arsenal vs Manchester United

 

Team News

 Arsenal
  • Alexandre Lacazette faces a long spell on the sidelines after injuring his groin on Wednesday night. Danny Welbeck, Olivier Giroud or Alexis Sanchez are expected to lead the line in his absence.
  • Alex Iwobi is a doubt for the home side after missing the midweek win over Huddersfield with a dead leg.
  • Aside from Lacazette’s absence, no further changes are expected from Arsene Wenger when they host Manchester United on Saturday.
  • Laurent Koscielny hasn’t played three games in a week since April due to on-going treatment on an Achilles problems, but he will surely play here.
Manchester United
  • Nemanja Matic is unlikely to feature for Manchester United after limping off injured in midweek against Watford.
  • Marouane Fellaini is also an injury doubt, but should recover to partner Ander Herrera and Paul Pogba in central midfield.
  • Jose Mourinho is expected to stick with a back three on Saturday and will not change the personnel unless Phil Jones or Eric Bailly can recover from their own injury concerns.
  • Henrikh Mkhitaryan has been cast to the side after a downturn in form and will have to settle for a place on the bench here at best.

Match Facts

Arsenal have won their last 12 home matches (Premier League).

Man Utd are undefeated in 34 of their last 38 matches (Premier League).

Arsenal have scored at least 2 goals in their last 10 home matches (Premier League).

Arsenal have kept a clean sheet in 5 of their last 6 home matches (Premier League).

Arsenal have been winning at both half time and full time in 5 of their last 6 home matches (Premier League).

Prediction

  • Arsenal warmed up for the reception of Manchester United with a thumping 5-0 win over Huddersfield on Wednesday. The Gunners are unbeaten at home this season, winning 10 of their 11 competitive matches at the Emirates.
  • Manchester United thumped Watford 4-2 on Tuesday night but are still eight points adrift of league leaders Manchester City after their late winner on Wednesday. The Red Devils have lost three of their last five away matches in all competitions and now face a tough trip to the Emirates.
  • Jose Mourinho’s record away to the top six sides in the Premier League reads no wins in 11 since August 2015. Furthermore, his teams have only managed to score on two occasions during that run and he needs to find a way to improve on that startlingly poor record. However, Mourinho has only lost 2 of his previous 17 matches against Arsene Wenger.
Prediction:

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Manchester United Manchester United logo

Napoli vs Juventus: Match Preview & Prediction

 

Team News

 Napoli
  • Mario Rui should be fully fit to start, even though Christian Maggio did well last week.
  • Marek Hamsik is expected to play to provide experience in midfield, despite having lost the brilliance of his best years.
  • Allan and Jorginho should complete the midfield, with Piotr Zielinski dropping out.
Juventus
  • Gonzalo Higuain has managed to train with Juventus despite fracturing his hand, but will reportedly have to settle for a place on the bench at best against his former side.
  • With Higuain not expected to start, Massimiliano Allegri has been tipped to stick with the 3-4-2-1 formation he used against Crotone, but with Mario Mandzukic out, Paulo Dybala leads the line.
  • With Stephan Lichtsteiner injured, Mattia De Sciglio is expected to start at right wing-back, although Juan Cuadrado could also play there.

Match Facts

Napoli have won 17 of their last 19 matches (Serie A).

Juventus are undefeated in 30 of their last 33 matches (Serie A).

Napoli have been winning at both half time and full time in 6of their last 8 home matches (Serie A).

Juventus have scored at least 2 goals in their last 7 away matches (Serie A).

There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 8 of Napoli‘s last 9 home games (Serie A).

There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 8 of Juventus‘s last 9 away games (Serie A).

Napoli have scored at least 2 goals in 8 of their last 9 home matches (Serie A).

Napoli are undefeated in 12 of their last 13 home matches against Juventus in all competitions.

 

Prediction

  • Napoli have shown in recent weeks that they can win playing brilliant football and earn “dirty points” as only top clubs do. They seem to be real contenders for the title this season and the meeting with Juventus will be the ultimate test of their ambitions.
  • Juventus are not far off the top and they have demonstrated in previous seasons how they gain momentum later in the campaign, and when it counts the most. However, they may need this victory more than Napoli to prove that their dominance over Serie A is not over yet.
  • Whatever the outcome, the philosophy recently adopted by both sides suggests this should be an entertaining game, as Juventus boast the best attack in the league and Napoli are renowned for their attacking style.
  • That said, one of the two coaches could make a significant change in order to surprise his opposite number, while Max Allegri has always been more prone to changes than Maurizio Sarri.
Prediction:

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Juventus Juventus logo

Top Facts For Today Games

Seattle have won 8 of their last 10 home matches (Major League Soccer).

Ergotelis have lost their last 8 matches (Cup).

Udinese have drawn their last 4 home matches against Perugia in all competitions.

Espanyol have drawn their last 3 matches (Copa del Rey).

Ludogorets Razgrad have won 9 of their last 10 matches (A PFG).

AEK Athens have won their last 7 matches against Kallithea in all competitions.

Ponferradina have won their last 4 matches (Copa del Rey).

Istanbul Basaksehir have drawn their last 3 matches (Cup).

Vitosha Bistritsa have lost 7 of their last 8 matches (A PFG).

Getafe have lost 5 of their last 6 matches (Copa del Rey).

Esteghlal have won 7 of their last 8 matches against Paykan in all competitions.

Sepahan have won their last 4 home matches against Esteghlal Khuzestan in all competitions.

O’Higgins have won their last 4 matches against Huachipato in all competitions.

Lokomotiv Plovdiv have lost 5 of their last 6 away matches (A PFG).

Kallithea have lost 5 of their last 6 matches (Cup).

Sepidrood Rasht have lost their last 3 matches (Persian Gulf Pro League).

Monterrey have won their last 3 matches (Primera Division).

Ludogorets Razgrad have won their last 3 matches against Vereya in all competitions.

Club Bruges have won their last 3 matches against Zulte-Waregem in all competitions.

Arsenal vs Huddersfield : Match Preview & Prediction

Team News

 Arsenal
  • Mesut Ozil missed Sunday’s clash with Burnley through illness and Arsene Wenger may opt against playing him here with a view to this weekend’s clash with Manchester United.
  • With Alex Iwobi also unlikely to play due to a dead leg, Jack Wilshere will fancy his chances of making a first Premier League start of the season.
  • Danny Welbeck and Olivier Giroud will push for the chance to lead the line if Wenger wants Alexandre Lacazette fresh for the reception of Manchester United.
 Huddersfield
  • Rajiv van La Parra is suspended after being sent off at the end of their 2-1 defeat to Manchester City on Sunday.
  • David Wagner will almost certainly have to ring the changes for the trip to Arsenal after their draining performance at the weekend.
  • Part of those changes should see Steve Mounie start his first game since September, while Elias Kachunga will come back into the reckoning after failing to get on against City.
  • Chris Löwe may also regain his starting spot at left-back, while Abdelhamid Sabiri and Florent Hadergjonaj may also get rare chances to start.

Match Facts

Arsenal have won their last 11 home matches (Premier League).

Arsenal have scored at least 2 goals in their last 9 home matches (Premier League).

Huddersfield have failed to score in their last 5 away matches (Premier League).

Arsenal have been winning at both half time and full time in 5 of their last 7 home matches (Premier League).

Huddersfield have lost their last 3 away matches (Premier League).

Huddersfield have conceded at least 2 goals in their last 3away matches (Premier League).

Prediction

  • While Arsenal stole all three points at the death against Burnley on Sunday, Huddersfield suffered heartbreak in the dying embers of their 2-1 defeat to Manchester City.
  • The Gunners know they will be in for a tough game on Wednesday night but fatigue may really prevent Huddersfield from turning in another display as heroic as the one they managed against the Premier League leaders.
  • Arsenal have a huge match against Manchester United to follow but need to keep their focus on Huddersfield for now. Arsene Wenger’s side are unbeaten in their last 10 at the Emirates and have won nine of those. They should continue that trend in midweek.
Prediction:

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Lyon vs Lille : Match Preview & Prediction

Team News

 Lyon
  • Look for Bruno Génésio to employ a decent amount of rotation, with Jordan Ferri and Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa among those in line for a rare start.
  • Mariano may also be rested; Myziane Maolida has impressed in a handful of cameos and could make his full debut here, but Memphis Depay is also an option up top.
  • Nabil Fekir will return to the side here after missing Sunday’s match through illness.
 Lille
  • Lille may opt for a 4-3-3 or even a 3-5-1-1 as they seek to limit in-form Lyon.
  • Thiago Mendes remains a doubt through injury, meaning youngster Bissouma could get the call here.
  • Lille, through a lack of options in terms of the playing staff, once again won’t look radically different from Bielsa’s sides, even if the tactics are changed.

Match Facts

Lyon have kept a clean sheet in their last 5 matches (Ligue 1).

Lille have failed to score in 6 of their last 8 away matches (Ligue 1).

Lyon have won 5 of their last 6 matches (Ligue 1).

There have been over 2.5 goals scored in Lille‘s last 4 games (Ligue 1).

Lyon have scored at least 2 goals in 7 of their last 8 matches (Ligue 1).

Prediction

  • Lyon will take this opportunity to keep their playing squad fresh; the absences of Morel and Traoré are frustrating, but Bruno Génésio will be confident of his team’s abilities against the league’s current crisis team.
  • Lille will see no shame in losing away to Ligue 1’s in-form side, but they lack the defensive solidity to stop Les Gones.
Prediction:

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Manchester City vs Southampton : Match Preview & Prediction

Team News

 Manchester City
  • Pep Guardiola will shuffle his pack for the reception of Southampton after Manchester City were pushed all the way by Huddersfield on Sunday.
  • Gabriel Jesus has not started City’s last two but will certainly lead the line on Wednesday, while Bernardo Silva should benefit with a start here.
  • Kevin De Bruyne struggled against Huddersfield and Guardiola may rest the Belgian in midweek as a result.
  • Vincent Kompany still needs to be managed carefully and he may be replaced in defence by Eliaquim Mangala.
  • Danilo should also benefit from the hectic fixture list with his four league start of the campaign.
Southampton
  • Mario Lemina returned from injury at the end of Southampton’s 4-1 win over Everton on Sunday.
  • Oriol Romeu is also available again after serving a one-match ban at the weekend, leaving Mauricio Pellegrino with a headache when picking his midfield.
  • Pierre-Emile Højbjerg and Steven Davis both impressed against Everton and will hope to start at the Etihad.
  • Charlie Austin was on hand with a brace at the weekend but his involvement on Wednesday will depend on how quickly he can recover after barely playing this season.

Match Facts

Man City have won their last 11 matches (Premier League).

Man City have scored at least 3 goals in their last 5 home matches (Premier League).

Man City have been winning at both half time and full timein 8 of their last 9 home matches (Premier League).

There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 8 of Man City‘s last 9 home games (Premier League).

Man City have scored at least 2 goals in 6 of their last 7 matches against Southampton in all competitions.

Man City are undefeated in their last 7 home matches against Southampton in all competitions.

Prediction

  • Manchester City maintained their eight point lead at the top of the Premier League at the weekend, while also gaining ground on Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham. Pep Guardiola’s side have now won their last 11 in the league and it’s safe to assume they are champions elect.
  • Southampton turned in their best performance of the season when they thrashed a dismal Everton side 4-1 on Sunday but City are a completely different beast altogether, particularly at the Etihad. It’s hard to see Mauricio Pellegrino’s side taking any points home on Wednesday night.
Prediction:

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Watford vs Manchester United: Match Preview & Prediction

 

Team News

 Watford
  • Troy Deeney is available again after serving a three-game ban.
  • Miguel Britos came off before the hour-mark in the 3-0 win against Newcastle on Saturday and may not recover in time for Tuesday. Sebastian Prödl will deputise in his absence.
  • Marco Silva will need to assess the fitness of his players given the quick turnaround, so changes could be made against Manchester United.
  • Roberto Pereyra and Jose Holebas will surely come into Silva’s thinking, although Marvin Zeegelaar’s form may keep the latter out.
Manchester United
  • Jose Mourinho is expected to make changes to the side that narrowly beat Brighton 1-0 on Saturday.
  • Eric Bailly and Phil Jones remain doubts, but Marcos Rojo should come into the equation on Tuesday night. Mourinho may go to a back three here if he knows one of Bailly and Jones will be fit for the trip to Arsenal.
  • Matteo Darmian and Daley Blind were both dropped from the matchday squad at the weekend and may come into the equation if Mourinho want’s Antonio Valencia and Ashley Young fit for Arsenal a few days later.
  • After watching United struggle in midfield against Brighton, Marouane Fellaini and Ander Herrera will expect to start at Vicarage Road, but Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Luke Shaw have not travelled.
  • Zlatan Ibrahimovic may have to settle for another spot on the bench in midweek.

Match Facts

Man Utd are undefeated in 34 of their last 38 matches (Premier League).

Man Utd have won 9 of their last 10 matches against Watford in all competitions.

Watford have seen over 2.5 goals in their last 6 home matches against Man Utd in all competitions.

Watford have scored at least 2 goals in 7 of their last 8 matches (Premier League).

Prediction

  • Watford have won successive matches and kept clean sheets in that run. They have already taken points off Arsenal and Liverpool this season, while they also came close to beating Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Given Manchester United’s recent struggles at Vicarage Road, Marco Silva’s side should be confident of another upset.
  • Manchester United limped to a 1-0 win over newly promoted Brighton on Saturday and now face a potential banana-skin trip to Watford ahead of a huge clash with Arsenal a few days later. Jose Mourinho’s side lost 3-1 in this corresponding fixture last season and will need to perform much better than they did on Saturday to avoid another defeat.
Prediction:

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Manchester United Manchester United logo