When: 18:45
Where: Champions League Qualification

Kairat
Kairat is on the verge of making history and possibly qualifying for the Champions League group stage like Astana. After a goalless draw in Glasgow against Celtic, the team has demonstrated that it can compete on equal footing with Europe’s top clubs. In front of their own fans, Kairat convinces with a very stable defense and has won all home games in qualification without conceding a goal. The team coached by Rafael Urazbakhtin can, with full concentration and presence over the entire 90 or even 120 minutes, cause another surprise in this second leg.

Celtic
Celtic started the season strongly, winning all three games in the Scottish league and reaching the quarter-finals of the League Cup. Offensively, Brendan Rodgers’ team showed good approaches, but in the first leg Celtic had a lot of possession and chances yet could not break down Kairat’s dense defense. Moreover, the away record of the Scottish champions in last season’s Champions League was weak – many signs indicate that Celtic will again face difficulties securing a victory.

Injuries
Kairat is missing Santana and João Paulo due to injuries; Satpaev is suspended. Celtic must do without Jota, who is injured.

Head-to-head
In the first leg, Kairat and Celtic drew 0-0 in Glasgow, with Kairat delivering a strong defensive performance and allowing Celtic hardly any dangerous chances.

Match Prognosis
Playing at home could benefit Kairat, as the team often shows strong defensive structure and control on their own ground. Celtic may have more European experience, but they tend to struggle to create clear chances away from home. With both sides likely to prioritize solid defense, this match is expected to be intense but low-scoring. Therefore, the bet “Under 2.5 Goals (1.91)” looks like a smart choice.

My tip: Under 2.5 Goals (1.91)

When: 21:00
Where: UEFA Europa Conference League

Pafos
The Cypriot club Pafos is on the verge of a historic achievement: they can reach the Champions League group stage for the first time if they defend their home win against Red Star Belgrade. In impressive form with four wins and one draw in the current season, they already convinced in the qualifying rounds against Maccabi Tel Aviv and Dynamo Kyiv. The team shows great discipline and fighting spirit, which already earned them the away victory in Belgrade.

Red Star Belgrade
The Serbians are aiming for their ninth consecutive league title and are strongly focused on the Champions League. Despite a high volume of shots in the first leg (26 shots, xG 2.38), they only scored once and narrowly lost. The defense showed weaknesses attributed to being torn by offensive ambitions. For Red Star, nothing is lost yet, but they now have to apply even more pressure, which will make their defense more vulnerable.

Injuries
Pafos will miss David Luiz (injury), Tankovic and Correa (both doubtful). Red Star may have to do without Olajinka.

Head-to-Head Meetings
In the first leg, Pafos won away 2-1, reflecting the close rivalry and potential of both teams.

Match Prediction
Considering the previous matches and course of play, an open exchange is likely but with a limited number of goals. Both teams have scored so far this season, but the focus and tactical approach will promote a rather controlled game with few goals. Therefore, betting on "Under 3.5 Goals" at odds of 1.38 is highly recommended.

My Tip: Under 3.5 Goals (1.38)

When: 20:30
Where: English League Cup Round of 64

Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton is under pressure after an extremely poor start to the season. The team has suffered eight defeats in the last ten games without a win and has shown clear weaknesses, especially with the 0-4 loss against Manchester City and the weak performance against Bournemouth. The loss of Mateus Cunha is having a negative impact, which is reflected in the expected goals stats. The defense is no longer as effective as before, which currently robs the "Wolves" of their bite.

West Ham
West Ham is also in a deep crisis and shows massive problems in defense. Eight goals conceded in two league games, including a 0-3 defeat against Sunderland and a disastrous 1-5 loss to Chelsea, reveal the defensive weaknesses. Coach Graham Potter is under enormous pressure and there is currently a lack of stability, especially in the back line. Additionally, the injury of key player Krépin Diatta is a severe setback.

Injuries
Wolverhampton may have to do without the injured winger Ki-Jana Hoever, whose health status is still unclear. West Ham will be without the important offensive player Krépin Diatta. Otherwise, no further significant absences are known for either team.

Head-to-Head Matches
Wolverhampton strong at home: In direct encounters on their own ground, Wolverhampton has won 8 of 10 matches against West Ham. The "Wolves" home strength could therefore be a decisive factor in this game.

Match Prediction
Despite the weak attacking performances of both teams, the game promises goals as both defenses show significant deficiencies. With an average of over 3 goals per game involving Wolverhampton and West Ham, a high-scoring game is very likely. Both teams are expected to score due to a lack of stable defense to completely keep the opponent away from goal. Considering the home strength and the slight advantage in direct matches, we bet on "Both Teams to Score: Yes" with odds of 1.58.

My Tip: Both Teams to Score: Yes (1.58)

When: 20:45
Where: English League Cup

Stoke City
Stoke City is showing impressive form in the new Championship season with three wins from three games. The team led by coach Mark Robins seems determined to return to the Premier League. However, in the League Cup the focus does not seem to be fully on this competition, as in the last game against a League Two team, Stoke City could only win after a penalty shootout. Offensively, they have scored in three of four games, even though the quality of opposition has varied.

Bradford City
Bradford City has demonstrated strong performance in the first six competitive games of the season, without a single defeat and with four wins and two draws. Especially notable is their success in the League Cup against Blackburn Rovers, who compete at Championship level, away from home. Additionally, they have scored at least one goal in five of six games, prompting open play. In 80% of their League Cup matches, there have also been goals on both sides.

Injuries
Currently, there is no concrete information on injuries for either team, so both sides will likely be able to field almost full-strength lineups.

Head-to-Head
The recent encounters between Stoke City and Bradford City show a balanced distribution with many close matches. Meetings in the League Cup are often characterized by a controlled style of play, which generally does not lead to very high-scoring games.

Match Prediction
Given the solid defensive performances of both teams and the fact that neither side has allowed or scored an excessive number of goals so far in their games, a match with under 3.5 goals is expected. Stoke City will try to control the game calmly, while Bradford City will operate from a compact defense to avoid falling behind. The odds for under 3.5 goals at 1.35 are very attractive and offer a safe betting option.

My Tip: Under 3.5 goals (1.35)

When: 20:45
Where: English League Cup

Barnsley
Barnsley started the season in the English Championship significantly stronger and currently occupy sixth place in the table. The team shows consistent performance and has especially impressed in recent years in direct confrontations against Rotherham.

Rotherham
Rotherham is currently in 17th place this season and has faced considerable difficulties so far. The squad has not been able to secure any wins against Barnsley in recent matches and currently appears less stable.

Injuries
No relevant injury information is known at this time.

Head-to-head
Barnsley has won the last six direct encounters against Rotherham, with two of those wins being quite decisive. In the past five games, more than two goals in total were rarely scored.

Match prediction
Due to the defensive stability of both teams and the history, games with few goals are expected; the bet Under 3.5 Goals with odds of 1.40 is highly recommended here. It is unlikely that many goals will be scored in this match.

My tip: Under 3.5 Goals (1.40)