When: 19:00
Where: Spain. Primera División

Alavés
Alavés currently occupies 17th place in the standings with 35 points from 34 games. The team shows a rather defensive approach and tries especially at home to impress with a tight defense. In the last five games, they achieved two wins, two draws, and only one loss. The offensive performance is not very striking; often the team relies on crosses and counterattacks, but when in possession, it appears uninspired. Home games are key for Alavés to secure their survival in the league.

Valencia
Valencia stands in 10th place with 45 points after 35 games and is in strong form recently with three wins and two draws. The team convinces with good structure and often controls the game's tempo. The offense is not always dominant but effective, while the defense occasionally shows weaknesses against quick counterattacks. Valencia must prove themselves in the away game, and the absence of an important defender could impact defensive stability.

Injuries
Alavés is fielding their full squad with no injured or suspended players. Valencia is missing key defender Thierry Correia due to a cruciate ligament injury.

Head-to-head
In recent encounters, Alavés has a clear advantage, winning four out of five matches, including a home victory in the first leg of this season. Alavés seems to particularly suit Valencia and regularly manages to neutralize their strengths.

Match prediction
Given Alavés' defensive setup at home, Valencia’s current form, and Alavés’ historically good record against Valencia, we can expect a tactically shaped duel with chances for goals on both sides. Both teams are eager for points, which points to an engaged and open game. Despite defensive solidity, at least two goals are expected in the match. The bet on over 1.5 goals with odds of 1.43 therefore looks very promising.

My tip: Over 1.5 goals (1.43)

When: 20:00
Where: Netherlands. Eredivisie

Groningen
Groningen is currently in 11th place in the table with 38 points from 32 games. The team is having major problems defensively, with 49 goals conceded and an average of 1.53 goals conceded per game. In the last five matches, Groningen has shown mixed form with two wins and three losses without any draws. On home ground, the team usually plays more actively and tries to attack mainly via the wings, but often suffers from a lack of effectiveness in front of goal. The defense appears vulnerable, especially during opponents’ fast counterattacks, which repeatedly creates gaps. The simple formations 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 are partly used, but the defensive weakness remains a big issue.

Ajax
Ajax is the undisputed league leader with 74 points from 32 games and an impressive goal difference of 63:30. The team scores almost two goals per game and concedes fewer than one goal per match. Despite the strong season, Ajax has recently experienced a slight dip in form with only two wins from the last five games. The defense has shown weaknesses, and in some matches there was a lack of incisiveness in attack. The team traditionally plays a 4-3-3 system focusing on ball control and attacking through the wings and half-spaces. Despite injuries to several players, Ajax remains clearly superior in quality, both in squad value and individual class.

Injuries
Groningen can draw from a full squad, with no injured players and thus complete personnel availability.
Ajax, however, has to do without several players: Youri Baas (groin injury), Borna Sosa (other injury), B. van den (other injury) and A. van Axel (ankle injury). These absences could affect rotation options and the starting lineup formation.

Head-to-head Encounters
In the last five encounters, Ajax clearly dominated with five wins, including four matches with at least three goals. Groningen managed to score in three games, but Ajax always won comfortably. The trend in their meetings thus strongly favors Ajax’s powerful offense and Groningen’s defensive vulnerability.

Match Prediction
Although Ajax has recently shown minor form weaknesses, the qualitative difference to league neighbor Groningen is enormous. Groningen’s defensive vulnerability combined with Ajax’s strong attacking power points to a high-scoring game. Both teams are likely to score, but Ajax has the better quality and wants to confirm its league leadership. The bookmakers’ odds reflect this assessment, with a tip on an Ajax win at 1.60 appearing particularly valuable. Due to the previous direct encounters and Groningen’s weaknesses, we recommend the tip on an Ajax win.

My Tip: Ajax win (1.60)

When: 20:00
Where: Netherlands. Eredivisie

PSV Eindhoven
PSV Eindhoven is in second place in the table and has shown an impressive performance this season. With 23 wins, 4 draws, and only 5 losses in 32 games, the team boasts an outstanding attacking record: 96 goals scored, which averages 3 goals per game. Their style of play is based on high pressing and quick forward play, making strong use of the wings. Although the defense occasionally shows weaknesses with 37 goals conceded, the offense clearly overshadows this. Home games are their fortress, where they are particularly dominant.

Heracles
Heracles occupies 12th place and moves as a typical mid-table team in the secure middle of the standings. The record of 9 wins, 11 draws, and 12 losses in 32 games shows some instability. Especially the defense causes concern, as conceding 57 goals is too many. Offensively, Heracles is harmless and rarely manages to pose real threats. Away games are even more difficult, which does not boost their already weak form.

Injuries
PSV Eindhoven is missing several important players such as Rick Karsdorp, Jerdy Schouten, Lucas Perez, and Ricardo Pepi, but the squad depth still allows for strong performances. Heracles, on the other hand, is missing a key axis with Sem Scheperman (suspended), Nikolai Laursen, and other injured players, which further weakens the already unstable team and reduces quality in midfield and central defense.

Head-to-Head
The recent encounters between PSV Eindhoven and Heracles show clear dominance by PSV. In the last five games, there were four wins for Eindhoven, some by very clear margins (6:0, 3:1, 3:1, 2:0), and only one draw. This underlines the superiority of the favorite, especially at their home stadium.

Match Prediction
The situation is clear: PSV Eindhoven is in outstanding form, plays very strongly at home, and has a phenomenal offense that regularly scores many goals. Heracles shows defensive deficiencies and is further weakened by injuries and suspensions. Historical encounters confirm that PSV regularly defeats Heracles by a clear margin. Considering all these factors, it is expected that the game will be high-scoring and PSV will win by at least four goals difference.

My Tip: Over 3.5 goals (1.53)

When: 20:00
Where: Netherlands. Eredivisie

Utrecht
Utrecht currently holds a strong 4th place in the table this season with 62 points from 32 games. With 61 goals scored, the team demonstrates impressive offensive strength, averaging almost two goals per game. The team plays very attacking football, effectively using wings and midfield, actively seeking the path to goal. Despite occasional defensive weaknesses, the offense more than compensates. At home, Utrecht plays even more freely and uses the support of the fans as backing. In the last five games, they have recorded three wins, one draw, and only one loss, showing stability and confidence.

Sparta Rotterdam
Sparta currently occupies 10th place with 38 points and shows a somewhat more defensive style. With 37 goals scored and 39 conceded, the team usually plays cautiously, maintaining more compact games. In the last five matches, Sparta has shown a similar form to Utrecht – three wins, one draw, and one loss. However, the offense does not appear as effective, scoring on average only around 1.16 goals per game. The team relies on counterattacks and set pieces and usually plays very cautiously away from home.

Injuries
For Utrecht, Zidane Iqbal is out with a knee injury until the end of August, meaning a loss to the squad. Sparta Rotterdam has no injured or suspended players and can therefore draw from their full squad.

Head-to-Head
There are no current data on direct encounters between Utrecht and Sparta Rotterdam, so these are not included in the evaluation.

Match Prediction
The match promises to be an interesting encounter between the very offensively strong home team Utrecht and the defensively oriented guest Sparta Rotterdam. Although Sparta has been in better form recently, Utrecht’s offensive quality clearly stands out. Both teams regularly score, but Utrecht shows a higher goal threat. Betting odds and statistics support this assessment, with a game featuring many goals appearing more likely than a dull tactical battle. However, due to Sparta’s defensive work and tactical setup, “Under 3.5 goals” is a realistic and safe tip, as it probably won’t be a very high-scoring game with many goals exceeding 3.5.

My tip: Under 3.5 goals (1.48)

When: 20:00
Where: Netherlands. Eredivisie

Nijmegen
Nijmegen is currently in 13th place in the standings and has an even goal difference of +1, with 46 goals scored and 45 conceded. Their form is inconsistent with two wins, one draw, and two losses in the last five games. The team prefers a wide play over the wings, but often struggles with the final pass and in front of goal. At home, they show a bit more stability, although the defense remains vulnerable.

Breda
Breda stands in 15th place, with a very poor record of 33 goals scored and 54 conceded, resulting in a difference of -21. The last five matches brought no wins, only two draws and three losses. The team presses very little and gives the opponent plenty of space in the middle. Defensively, significant weaknesses are apparent, especially against quick counterattacks and set pieces. Away from home, Breda is even less secure than at home.

Injuries
Nijmegen must do without Kas de Wit, Dirk Proper, and Koki Ogawa, the latter also unavailable for an extended period. Especially the absence of Dirk Proper and Bram Nuytinck is noticeable defensively. Breda is missing Jan van den Bergh due to suspension as well as Boyd Lucassen injured, further weakening an already fragile defense.

Head-to-head encounters
The record of the recent encounters between Nijmegen and Breda is balanced, with two wins for each team in the last four matches. Notably, the away team often emerged victorious, but this carries little significance given the differing current forms.

Match prediction
Given Nijmegen's better form and home strength as well as Breda's defensive weaknesses, especially due to missing key players, the forecast is that both teams will score. Both sides are known for scoring goals but often lack sufficient defensive measures, making a goal-fest likely. The betting odds of 1.58 for "Both Teams to Score: Yes" therefore appear as a logical and promising choice.

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

When: 19:00
Where: Sweden. Allsvenskan

Hammarby
Hammarby presents itself as a powerful team in second place with an excellent goal record. After 8 games, they have collected 17 points and score on average over 2 goals per game with a very stable defense conceding only 0.63 goals on average. Home games are their fortress, where they appear with great confidence and consistently create and convert chances. The team plays very offensively and organized, which enables them to apply pressure and score effectively.

Sirius
On the other hand, Sirius is stuck in the relegation zone, ranking 12th with only 9 points after 8 matches. They show defensive weaknesses, conceding an average of 1.5 goals per game and are less secure away than at home. Offensively, they often lack striking power and precision in finishing; additionally, the team suffers from insufficient pressing and organization in play. These aspects make it hard for them to assert themselves against strong opponents like Hammarby.

Injuries
Both teams are expected to field their best lineups, as no severe injuries or suspensions have been reported. This promises an exciting duel without excuses regarding missing key players.

Head-to-Head
The record of recent direct encounters clearly favors Hammarby: four wins and one draw in the last five meetings. Especially impressive are the clear results like 4-0, 3-0, and 3-0 in the recent games against Sirius. This shows clear dominance and a deep understanding of the opponent’s weaknesses.

Match Prediction
Considering current form, statistics, and the dominant history of direct duels, Hammarby is a heavy favorite. Their offensive strength paired with a stable defense is likely to cause huge problems for Sirius. It is expected that Hammarby will control the game and win by at least two goals difference. Therefore, we strongly recommend the bet on Hammarby to win with odds of 1.45, as they should not only win but do so convincingly.

My Tip: Hammarby to win (1.45)