When: 9:15 PM
Where: Premier League

Chelsea
Chelsea currently stands in 5th place and has already scored 62 goals this season with a goal difference of +19. The team is on an upward trend, especially showing strong performances in recent home games with great offensive qualities, as demonstrated by the clear victories against Everton and West Ham (both 5-0). Tactically, Chelsea relies heavily on ball possession and variability over the wings, but there are occasional problems in defense, particularly against fast counterattacks, which, however, are often compensated for at home by high commitment.

Manchester United
Manchester United is currently in a disappointing 16th place with a negative goal difference of -11. The last five matches illustrate the crisis: no wins, numerous losses, and a deeply unsettled team that appears emotionally and physically exhausted. The defense is a real cause for concern, especially the absence of key players like Lisandro Martínez creates large gaps. Offensively, there is hardly any structure; the build-up play is harmless and inefficient, which is particularly evident on away ground.

Injuries
Chelsea is missing, among others, Aarón Anselmino (hamstring), Christopher Nkunku (unspecified injury, key player), and David Datro Fofana (knee). Wesley Fofana and Omari Kellyman are also injured. Manchester United has to do without Diogo Dalot (calf injury), Toby Collyer (leg), Ayden Heaven (foot), Matthijs de Ligt (knee), Joshua Zirkzee (thigh), and especially Lisandro Martínez (cruciate ligament), whose absence represents a significant weakening in defense.

Head-to-Head Encounters
The recent meetings have mostly been high-scoring and close, for example an exciting 4-3 home win for Chelsea in April 2024 or a 1-1 draw in November 2024 at Manchester United. Matches at Stamford Bridge have often been characterized by many goals, suggesting an open and intense battle.

Match Prediction
Chelsea is in good form and plays at home with great offensive ambition against a clearly weakened and unsettled Manchester United defense. The recent history of meetings at this stadium clearly points to numerous goals on both sides. Despite Chelsea's defense, the remaining defenders show weaknesses against fast counterattacks, while the home team’s attacking desire currently prevails. Manchester United will try to resist, but their lack of stability and punch in forward play speaks more for conceding many goals than for defensive solidity. Therefore, betting on "Over 2.5 Goals" with an attractive odds of 1.50 is very fitting.

My tip: Over 2.5 Goals (1.50)

When: 20:00
Where: Saudi Professional League

Al-Nassr Riyadh
Al-Nassr currently holds third place in the league with 63 points from 31 games and a goal difference of +37 (73 goals scored, 36 conceded). The team plays very offensive football, averaging 2.35 goals per game. However, the defense shows weaknesses, conceding an average of 1.16 goals per game, often leading to open matches with many goals. In 74% of the games, both teams score, and in 74% of the matches, there are more than 2.5 goals. Despite some defeats in the last five games, the team shows its official strength, especially in front of home fans.

Al-Taawoun Buraidah
Al-Taawoun is in 8th place with 41 points from 31 matches and a balanced goal difference of +1 (34 goals for, 33 against). They usually play more pragmatically and defensively compact, but score only about 1.1 goals per game and concede roughly the same. Their games are rarely high scoring, with only 35% of matches featuring goals by both teams. Currently, the team is in a difficult form phase with only one win in the last five games, negatively affecting both offense and defense.

Injuries
Al-Nassr is long-term without Sami Al-Najei, reducing creativity in midfield. Al-Taawoun has lost two key players with the absence of goalkeeper Mailson and important midfielder Flávio, which further weakens the defense and negatively impacts their already modest offensive power.

Head-to-Head
The encounters this season have been mixed with surprising results. Al-Taawoun even managed to win twice away against Al-Nassr and hold their own at home, showing that they can pose challenges to Al-Nassr. These games were mostly tactically influenced with some low-scoring matches. The home curse of the last two home games of Al-Nassr against Al-Taawoun makes the match exciting.

Prediction for the Match
Despite Al-Nassr's historical difficulties against Al-Taawoun at home and the opponent’s current form problems, the home team’s strengths prevail – especially offensive punch and home advantage. Al-Nassr is expected to apply early pressure and create many chances, while Al-Taawoun will try to stabilize defensively. However, Al-Nassr’s defense is vulnerable, so conceding goals is likely. Combined with the known attacking strength, a match with at least three goals is very likely. The bet "Over 2.5 goals" at odds of 1.45 is the logical choice in this match to benefit from the offensive dynamics and defensive vulnerabilities.

My tip: Over 2.5 goals (1.45)

When: 18:00
Where: Norway. Eliteserien

Brann
Brann is currently creating a stir in the league! With second place and 16 points after 7 games, the team shows impressive offensive strength, averaging 2 goals per game. Their recent form with four wins and one draw from five games speaks for itself. Their matches often feature a high number of goals; 86% of the games ended with over 1.5 and over 2.5 goals. However, there is a weakness in defense: with 10 goals conceded in 7 games, they show gaps in the defense, which opens opportunities for the opponent. Tactically, Brann relies on strong offensive football and high pressing, which can lead to quick counter-attacks but also defensive risks.

Sarpsborg 08
Sarpsborg 08 presents itself as a very balanced team with a stable defense. In sixth place with 11 points from 6 games, they concede less than one goal per game on average and also score about 2 goals per match. They are characterized by their compactness and effective play, allowing them to hold their own well even against strong opponents. The team is known for their tactical skill to control the game, utilize chances effectively, and neutralize the match when necessary. Sarpsborg 08 is a tough opponent, especially for Brann, as recent encounters show.

Injuries
Brann is missing several key players long-term, including Sakarias Opsahl (foot), Ulrik Mathisen (groin), Denzel De Roeve (head), and N. Jensen Wassberg (knee, return not expected until the end of 2025). Sarpsborg 08 also suffers absences with Mohanad Jeahze (suspension), Jo Inge Berget (injury), and Anders Hiim (knee). These absences may affect squad depth, but both teams will have to adjust their lineups accordingly.

Head-to-Head
The direct clashes in recent years have been fiercely contested and high-scoring: Brann has only won one of five games, Sarpsborg 08 two, with two draws. Particularly notable is a 3-1 win by Sarpsborg 08 at Brann this year and a 3-3 high-scoring draw. These results show that Sarpsborg 08 performs well against Brann and frequently scores. This points to a game with multiple goals on both sides.

Match Prediction
Brann will try to apply early pressure with their offensive style and capitalize on their scoring chances. Brann's defense offers opportunities for Sarpsborg 08, who will counter with their disciplined and effective play. Both teams average two goals per game, and the history shows many goals in their meetings. Despite Brann being favorites, a high-scoring match is expected, with both teams scoring several times. Therefore, a bet on over 2.5 goals with an attractive odds of 1.45 is recommended.

My tip: Over 2.5 goals (1.45)

When: 20:00
Where: Norway Eliteserien

Vålerenga
Vålerenga currently sits in 11th place in the standings with 7 points from 7 matches. Despite a negative goal difference of 9:12, the team shows a slightly better performance at home. Their defense shows weaknesses, leading to an average of 1.71 goals conceded per game, while the attack scores an average of 1.29 goals. Tactically, Vålerenga plays very openly and has a high frequency of games with over 1.5 goals, but also occasionally shows problems in transition play and defensive stability.

Ham-Kam
Ham-Kam is currently in last place (14th) with only 4 points from 6 matches and a catastrophic goal difference of 4:15. The team has major defensive problems, conceding an average of 2.5 goals per game and rarely managing to use its own scoring chances effectively (only 0.67 goals on average). Their offensive play appears too linear, and their defense is hardly compact, making them vulnerable to goals, especially away from home.

Injuries
Vålerenga must do without Magnus Bech Riisnaes (suspension), Filip Thorvaldsen (ankle injury), and Omar Bully Drammeh (bruise). Ham-Kam is missing important defender H. Roedoelen Opsahl long-term due to a knee injury, further weakening their already weak defense.

Head-to-Head
The direct encounters between Vålerenga and Ham-Kam are less meaningful, as the last matches took place quite some time ago and the current form of the teams has changed significantly. Therefore, this history does not play a decisive role in the forecast.

Match Prediction
Both teams are in a crisis, but Vålerenga seems stronger in front of their home crowd and, despite their own deficits, have better chances for a victory. Ham-Kam's defensive weaknesses and the absence of a key player make the challenge even harder for them. The tendency for high-scoring matches from both teams raises hopes for at least three goals. Despite Vålerenga's unstable defense, their better offensive quality and home advantage should be enough to win this game. Thus, the tip for a Vålerenga win at odds of 1.43 is highly recommended.

My tip: Vålerenga win (1.43)

When: 20:30
Where: Spain. Segunda División

Levante
Levante currently occupies second place in the league table and presents itself as a strong promotion candidate. With 19 wins, 13 draws, and only 7 losses in 39 games, as well as a positive goal difference of +24 (64:40), the team shows solid performance. Recently, with two wins, two draws, and one loss, Levante shows some fluctuations and problems finishing. Offensively they often play controlled and through the wings, but sometimes lack the cutting edge against well-organized defenses. Defensively the team is solid, but not invulnerable, especially when the pressing pressure decreases. At home, Levante plays confidently and can utilize the support of the home fans. The statistic of 64% of games with goals on both sides underlines their offensive as well as defensive openness.

Albacete
Albacete is in mid-table in tenth place and has a balanced record with 14 wins, 12 draws, and 13 losses. The team has a negative goal difference of -1 with 54 scored and 55 conceded goals. The defense shows weaknesses, conceding on average 1.41 goals per game. In the last five matches, Albacete could only secure two wins, with two losses and one draw. Known for an offensive and sometimes chaotic playing style, the team creates chances but also concedes too many goals. Away form is even more unstable, especially reflected in their leaky defense.

Injuries
Levante can draw from a full squad without injured or suspended players. Albacete, however, must do without Diego Gonzalez, whose hip injury causes unclear downtime. This absence particularly affects the defense or central midfield, further weakening an already vulnerable defense.

Head-to-head matches
The recent direct encounters clearly favor Levante, who have won four of the last five meetings, three of those by two or more goals. The last meeting ended with a 3-2 win for Levante. Albacete could only manage one draw against Levante, at a time when neither team was in top form. This clear dominance underlines Levante’s role as the favorite.

Match preview
Levante enters this match as the clear favorite and will play with high pressure at home to secure all three points. Albacete will have a hard time defensively withstanding this pressure for 90 minutes, especially since their defense already has weaknesses and a key player is missing. At the same time, previous meetings speak to the superiority of the home side, who often win by two goals or more. Despite the expected victory for Levante, the match is unlikely to turn into a goal fest, as both teams show defensive vulnerabilities. Statistics indicate that games average under 3.5 goals. Therefore, the bet on “Under 3.5 goals” with odds of 1.55 is well justified and offers an attractive risk-reward ratio.

My tip: Under 3.5 goals (1.55)

When: 18:00
Where: Norway. Eliteserien

Rosenborg
Rosenborg currently holds an excellent 3rd place in the Eliteserien table and has remained unbeaten in the 7 games played so far with 4 wins and 3 draws, impressing everyone. The team shows excellent defensive organization, having conceded only 2 goals, and appears like a compact unit that primarily plays pragmatically and focuses on quality over quantity. They feel very confident at home, defend disciplinedly, and wait patiently for their chances, making a home win very likely.

Haugesund
Haugesund, on the other hand, is at the bottom of the table with a catastrophic record: 0 wins, 1 draw, and 6 losses, with a goal difference of 4 to 20. The defense is completely unstable with many positional errors and lack of organization, which is why they regularly concede many goals. Offensively, they lack the necessary punch and their play is marked by a lack of ideas. Injuries and suspensions further weaken the squad, exacerbating the crisis.

Injuries
Rosenborg is missing Noah Sahsah due to a knee injury; this is a painful but not a career-threatening absence. Haugesund are struggling with a large injury list and important suspensions, including the suspended Bruno Leite, Oscar Krusnell (yellow card suspension), and Ilir Kukleci (groin injury), which heavily affect the already weak team performance.

Head-to-head
In the last five encounters, Rosenborg has won four times and drawn once. The results were very convincing with clear wins of 4-0 and 3-1, underscoring Rosenborg's dominance in this direct comparison. Even in Haugesund’s better times, Rosenborg was able to control the game.

Match prediction
Given Rosenborg's strong defense and home strength as well as Haugesund's weak, shaky defense, a clear win for the hosts is likely. Due to the offensive weaknesses present on both sides and the earlier match flow, multiple goals are also to be expected. The odds for over 2.5 goals at 1.30 seem a very realistic and safe tip. Rosenborg’s robust defense will largely prevent conceded goals while simultaneously providing enough scoring opportunities for at least three goals in the game.

My tip: Over 2.5 goals (1.30)