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Draw - Bournemouth vs Leeds

Two teams playing well head into this game, Bournemouth unbeaten in six winning their last two, Leeds unbeaten in four and also winning their last two.

Before that, plenty of draws, both sides have a real ability to grind out a point, Leeds with 12 draws this season and Bournemouth with 15.

With the form they are both in, I can see them cancelling each other out here, Leeds especially would be happy to take a point home from this one.

Ipswich Win

With a defeat and a draw last week, Ipswich have allowed the chasing pack to close in on them again in the race for second place in the Championship.

The good news is they face a struggling Charlton side here, who have failed to win any of their last six games, and have lost their last three at home.

Ipswich are feeling the pressure, but this looks a great game to bounce back in, and take three points.

Sheffield United Win

Sheffield United have nothing to play for, but are continuing to play some nice stuff, and have won their last two, at home to playoff chasing Hull and away at mid table Watford.

They host a Blackburn side with it all to play for, just one place above the relegation zone, with a cushion for now.

But despite their need, I think United are much the better team, and are still playing well, so I'll take them to win at home in this one.

Both Teams To Score Tips

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Elche vs Atletico Madrid- Yes

Elche need points and goals in their survival push, while Atletico arrive with defensive doubts and nursing a Copa del Rey hangover.

The reverse fixture finished 1-1, and this looks like another clash where both teams can get on the scoresheet.

Bayer Leverkusen vs Bayern Munich - BTTS Yes

The numbers point firmly towards goals here.

Newly crowned Bundesliga winners Bayern are scoring at will - averaging nearly four per game - while Leverkusen concede regularly but carry plenty of threat themselves, having scored in nine of their last 10 in all competitions.

Barcelona vs Celta Vigo - BTTS Yes

Barcelona games are packed with goals, while Celta have scored in every away game this year and regularly see both teams to score landing.

With both sides chasing points, expect chances at both ends in the Camp Nou.

Bournemouth vs Leeds United - BTTS Yes

Both teams to score has landed in over 60% of both sides games this season, with six of the last seven head-to-heads also seeing goals at both ends.

With Bournemouth seeking points in their push for a European spot and Leeds looking to move another step closer to safety, this sets up for a lively, open game.

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Man City -3 handicap

The gulf in quality here should be huge. City are unbeaten in their last 10 Premier League games, winning six and drawing three, including a statement 2-1 home win over Arsenal last weekend and a 3-0 battering of Chelsea at Stamford Bridge the week before.

City averaged 2.4 goals per game across their last 10 and have scored three or more in four of those matches. Against a Burnley side that's shipped 15 goals in their last five and got hammered 4-1 at Forest last time out, a three-goal winning margin looks well within reach.

Burnley have won just one of their last 10 games and are bottom of the form table. Their home record is equally grim - beaten heavily at Turf Moor by Brentford (3-4), West Ham (0-2) and Brighton (0-2) in recent weeks. The -3 line at 7/4 reflects the mismatch perfectly.

Rayan Cherki to record an assist

Cherki has found his rhythm at just the right time and is pulling the strings behind Haaland as City's creative hub. He racked up two assists in 76 minutes away at Chelsea a fortnight ago and has been heavily involved in City's build-up play in every recent start.

He's averaging roughly an assist every other game from his last six starts and has settled into the number 10 role with freedom to pick passes. Against a Burnley defence that's leaking chances left, right and centre, 23/20 on Cherki teeing up at least one goal looks like fair value at Betway.

Erling Haaland to score

The Norwegian broke a mini drought against Arsenal last Sunday and will fancy this one. He's got 2 goals in his last 3 Premier League outings and remains the top scorer in the division this season.

Burnley have conceded to an opposition centre-forward in every one of their last six matches, and with City expected to dominate possession and chances at Turf Moor, Haaland's 3/10 price reflects how much the bookies expect him to cash in. His shot volume is ticking back up too - three efforts against Arsenal with one finding the target.

Anytime Goalscorer Tips

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Erling Haaland - Burnley vs Man City

Haaland has 23 Premier League goals this season and is showing absolutely no signs of slowing down. He averages 3.84 shots per game, putting him in a different class to pretty much every other striker in the league right now.

He scored the winner against Arsenal on 19 April and was devastating with a hat-trick against Liverpool in the FA Cup on 4 April.

Guardiola has confirmed him fit and ready for this one, and Burnley are going to have a very long evening trying to stop him.

Ferran Torres - Barcelona vs Celta Vigo

Torres has taken the reins as Barcelona's main striker this season with 14 La Liga goals, cementing himself as one of Flick's most reliable attackers.

He averages 3.17 shots per game and loves cutting into space to get on the end of things, making him a constant goal threat. He scored in Barcelona's Champions League quarter-final win over Atletico Madrid on 14 April and is expected to start at Camp Nou on Wednesday.

Barcelona are on a serious run of form at home and Celta Vigo are coming to town at the worst possible time.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin - Bournemouth vs Leeds

Calvert-Lewin leads Leeds in scoring this season with 11 Premier League goals and is the focal point of everything they do going forward.

He generates 2.46 shots per game with his intelligent movement in and around the penalty area. He ended a frustrating run by converting a penalty in Leeds' 3-0 win over Wolves on 18 April, which is exactly the sort of confidence boost you want heading into an away game.

DCL is dangerous, back among the goals and playing with belief.

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Types of Football Tips We Cover Daily

We cover every major betting market you can think of, and then some. Our daily football tips span multiple bet types, leagues, and competitions, so whether you're a casual weekend punter or someone who bets on midweek fixtures, there's always something for you.

Here's a breakdown of the main types of football betting tips we provide, what they mean, and why they're worth your attention.

Both Teams to Score Tips (BTTS)

Both Teams to Score tips are one of the most popular football betting markets, and for good reason – they're exciting and often offer decent value. When we back BTTS, we're predicting that both teams will find the net at least once during the match.

Our BTTS football tips focus on games where both sides have strong attacking records but leaky defences. We'll look at recent form, goals scored and conceded, head-to-head stats, and even factors like team motivation (a mid-table clash often sees more open play than a relegation six-pointer).

In the 2024/25 Premier League season, around 52% of matches saw both teams score, while in leagues like the Bundesliga that figure climbs to nearly 58%. We use these stats to identify the best BTTS opportunities and regularly combine them into BTTS accumulators for bigger returns.

Check out our daily BTTS tips for tonight's best picks.

Goalscorer Football Tips

Goalscorer betting is all about predicting which players will find the back of the net. Our anytime goalscorer football tips are posted every weekend, focusing on in-form strikers and attacking midfielders who are likely to get on the scoresheet.

We don't just pick the obvious names like Erling Haaland or Mohamed Salah every week (though they're often worth backing). We dig deeper to find value – players on penalty duty, forwards facing weak defences, or wingers who've scored in three of their last four games. The key is finding the right balance between probability and odds.

For example, a striker priced at 2/1 to score anytime might seem short, but if he's scored in 60% of his home games this season and is facing a defence that's conceded in eight straight matches, that's value. Our goalscorer tips explain exactly why we're backing each player.

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Accumulator Football Tips

Accumulators (or accas) are the bread and butter of football betting. Our daily accumulator football tips combine multiple selections into one bet for enhanced odds – a four-fold acca might return 10/1 or 15/1 depending on the odds of each selection.

The beauty of football accas is that you can turn a small stake into a significant return. A £10 bet at 13/1 returns £130 if all your picks come in. The challenge, of course, is getting every leg right, which is why our tipsters focus on well-researched selections rather than just lumping together random favourites.

Our acca of the day typically features 3-5 selections from the same evening's fixtures, often targeting home wins for strong teams, or specific markets like both teams to score. We'll also give you the reasoning behind each pick so you can decide if you agree with our logic.

Get today's best accumulator at our acca tips page.

Bet Builder Football Betting Tips

Bet builders have exploded in popularity over the last few years, and our bet builder football tips take full advantage of this flexible market. A bet builder lets you combine multiple outcomes from the same match – for example, Porto to win, over 2.5 goals, and a specific player to be booked.

What makes bet builders so appealing is the control they give you. Rather than betting on a single outcome, you can craft a bet that reflects exactly how you think a game will play out. Our bet builder tips do exactly that – we analyse the match and pick 3-5 selections that complement each other.

For instance, if we're backing a dominant home team to win, we might also add "opposition striker to be carded" (because they'll be frustrated) and "over 1.5 home goals" (because the home side scores plenty). It's about building a cohesive narrative for how the match unfolds.

Check out our daily bet builder tips for tonight's best combinations.

Card Betting Football Tips

Card betting tips are a relatively niche market but offer excellent value if you know what you're looking for. We focus on players with poor disciplinary records, aggressive playing styles, or those facing referees who are quick to reach for the yellow card.

For example, a defensive midfielder who averages 2.3 fouls per game and has picked up four yellows in his last six matches is a strong card bet, especially if he's facing a tricky winger or playing in a high-stakes derby. We also consider the referee – some officials average 4+ cards per game, while others are far more lenient.

Our card betting accumulators combine 3-4 players across different matches, often returning odds of 30/1 or higher. It's not a market for everyone, but if you enjoy a bit of research and like longer-odds bets, it's well worth exploring.

See today's picks at our card betting tips page.

EFL Betting Tips

The English Football League (Championship, League One, League Two) is a goldmine for football betting tips. Our EFL expert Gab Sutton has a fantastic track record across these divisions, and his knowledge of lower-league football is second to none.

The EFL offers better value than the Premier League because bookmakers don't price these markets as sharply. You'll often find generous odds on teams that, statistically, should be much shorter. Gab's EFL football tips cover everything from Championship promotion battles to League Two relegation scraps, and he's always looking beyond the obvious.

Whether it's a midweek acca or a Saturday accumulator, Gab's EFL tips are a must-read for anyone serious about football betting.

Read Gab's latest picks at our EFL tips page.

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More Football Betting Tips and Popular Markets

Beyond the big-name markets, there are loads of other ways to bet on football. We cover these markets regularly in our match previews and detailed analysis, giving you even more options to find value.

Here's a rundown of some popular football betting tips markets you might not have tried yet.

Correct Score Football Tips

Correct score betting is high-risk, high-reward. Predicting the exact final score of a match is tough, but when you get it right, the returns can be massive. A correct score of 2-1 might be priced at 8/1, while something less common like 3-2 could be 25/1 or more.

Our correct score football tips focus on matches where we have a strong read on how the game will play out. If a team consistently wins 2-0 at home and their opponent struggles to score away, that's a correct score bet worth considering. We also look at leagues with predictable scoring patterns – Serie A, for example, often produces low-scoring 1-0 or 2-1 results.

The key to correct score betting is to stake sensibly. Don't expect to land these bets every week, but when you do, they can more than make up for the losses. Always consider backing 2-3 different scorelines to increase your chances.

First Goalscorer Football Tips

First goalscorer betting is similar to anytime goalscorer tips, but the odds are better because you're predicting who'll score first, not just at any point in the game. The challenge is that your player needs to get on the scoresheet before anyone else does.

Our first goalscorer football tips target players who typically score early – penalty takers, set-piece specialists, or forwards who start fast. We also look at teams that tend to score early goals. If a side has netted in the first 20 minutes in six of their last eight games, their striker becomes a strong first goalscorer candidate.

First goalscorer bets often return odds of 5/1 to 10/1, even for decent players, so there's real value here. Just remember that if your player scores but someone else gets there first, you lose – unlike anytime goalscorer bets where timing doesn't matter.

Over/Under Goals Football Tips

Over/under goals betting (also called total goals) is one of the simplest football betting markets. You're predicting whether a match will have more or fewer than a set number of goals – usually 2.5, though you'll also see 1.5, 3.5, and other lines.

Our over/under football tips focus on team form and style. Some teams play high-tempo, end-to-end football that regularly produces 3+ goals (think Bundesliga sides or certain Premier League teams). Others grind out 1-0 wins or 0-0 draws week after week.

In the 2024/25 season, around 51% of Premier League games went over 2.5 goals, while the Championship saw closer to 48%. These percentages vary by league, which is why we tailor our over/under tips to the specific competition and teams involved.

Weather, injuries, and motivation also play a role. A must-win game between two attacking teams? Over 2.5 goals is often a strong bet. A relegation six-pointer between defensive sides? Under 2.5 might be the smarter play.

Half-Time/Full-Time Football Tips

Half-time/full-time betting involves predicting the result at both half-time and full-time. For example, you might back "Home/Home" (home team leading at HT and FT) or "Draw/Away" (level at HT, away win at FT).

This market offers higher odds because you're predicting two outcomes, but it requires careful analysis. Our HT/FT football tips focus on teams with consistent patterns – for instance, a side that tends to start fast and protect leads would be a "Home/Home" candidate, while a team known for slow starts but strong finishes might suit "Draw/Home."

The most popular bets are Home/Home and Away/Away for dominant teams, but there's value in backing Draw/Home or Draw/Away if you think a team will grow into the game. Just avoid backing contradictory outcomes like "Away/Home" unless there's a very specific reason (like late collapses).

Asian Handicap Football Tips

Asian handicap betting removes the draw by giving one team a virtual head start or deficit. For example, if you back Manchester City -1.5, they need to win by two or more goals. If you back the underdog +1.5, they can lose by one goal and you still win.

While we don't post Asian handicap football tips every week, we'll highlight them when there's clear value. This market is ideal for matches with a strong favourite where the standard win odds are too short. If City are 1/4 to beat a relegation candidate, backing them -1.5 at evens might offer better value.

The beauty of Asian handicaps is the variety – you'll see -0.5, -1, -1.5, -2, and even split handicaps like -0.75. It's worth getting familiar with how these work, as they can provide much better odds than traditional markets.

Double Chance Football Tips

Double chance betting lets you cover two of the three possible outcomes in one bet. You can back Home Win or Draw, Away Win or Draw, or Home Win or Away Win (this last one is basically "either team to win").

Our double chance football tips appear occasionally when we see value, especially in tight matches or when backing underdogs. If you fancy a mid-table team to avoid defeat against a top-six side, "Draw or Away Win" at around evens might be smarter than backing the away win alone at 3/1.

The odds are naturally shorter than single-outcome bets, but the trade-off is higher win probability. Double chance is perfect for cautious punters or for including a "safer" leg in an accumulator.

Clean Sheet Football Tips

Clean sheet betting is straightforward – you're backing a team to keep the opposition from scoring. Our clean sheet football tips focus on defensively solid teams facing weak attacks.

If a team has kept five clean sheets in their last seven home games and they're facing a side that's failed to score in four of their last six away matches, that's a clean sheet bet worth considering. We also look at defensive records, goalkeeper form, and whether key attacking players are injured for the opposition.

Clean sheet bets often return odds of around evens to 6/4, depending on the teams involved. They work well when combined with other markets – for example, "Home Win and Home Clean Sheet" or "Over 1.5 Home Goals and Away Clean Sheet."

Goal Method Football Tips

Goal method betting involves predicting how goals will be scored – from open play, penalties, free kicks, headers, own goals, and so on. It's a niche market, but when we spot an angle, we'll share it.

For instance, if a team has scored from set pieces in six of their last eight games and they're facing a side weak at defending corners, "Goal from a Header" becomes attractive. Or if a striker is on penalties and has won two spot-kicks in his last three games, "Goal from a Penalty" might be worth a small stake.

Our goal method football tips won't be daily, but keep an eye out for them in our detailed match previews when we see value.

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Football Betting Tips Statistics and League Data

Want to know which leagues offer the best value for your football tips? We've crunched the numbers so you don't have to. Understanding league trends can make a massive difference to your betting success.

Here's a breakdown of key statistics across Europe's top five leagues from the 2024/25 season so far:

Premier League:

• Favourites win rate: 48%
• Both teams to score: 52%
• Over 2.5 goals: 51%
• Average goals per game: 2.74

La Liga:

• Favourites win rate: 52%
• Both teams to score: 47%
• Over 2.5 goals: 48%
• Average goals per game: 2.58

Bundesliga:

• Favourites win rate: 46%
• Both teams to score: 58%
• Over 2.5 goals: 56%
• Average goals per game: 3.12

Serie A:

• Favourites win rate: 49%
• Both teams to score: 44%
• Over 2.5 goals: 43%
• Average goals per game: 2.51

Ligue 1:

• Favourites win rate: 50%
• Both teams to score: 49%
• Over 2.5 goals: 47%
• Average goals per game: 2.67

Championship:

• Favourites win rate: 44%
• Both teams to score: 51%
• Over 2.5 goals: 48%
• Average goals per game: 2.63

As you can see, the Bundesliga is the most goal-heavy league, making it ideal for over 2.5 goals bets and BTTS accumulators. Serie A, on the other hand, is tighter and lower-scoring, so under 2.5 goals and clean sheet bets often offer better value there.

The Championship is particularly interesting for value hunters – favourites only win 44% of the time, which means upsets are common and underdog bets can pay off more often than in the Premier League.

We use these stats to inform our daily football betting tips, ensuring we're targeting the right markets in the right leagues. Bookmark this section and refer back to it when building your own bets.

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Football Tips for Every Day of the Week

Football doesn't stop, and neither do we. Whether you're looking for midweek tips or weekend accumulators, we've got you covered every single day.

Midweek Football Tips (Tuesday–Thursday): The Champions League and Europa League dominate midweek football, alongside Championship and lower-league fixtures. Our Tuesday and Wednesday football tips focus heavily on European competitions, with detailed bet builders and accumulators for the big ties. Thursday nights are all about the Europa League and Conference League.

Friday Night Football Tips: Friday fixtures are becoming more common, especially in the Championship and League One. Our Friday football tips typically drop by early afternoon, giving you plenty of time to get your bets on before the evening kick-offs.

Saturday Football Tips: The big one. Saturday is when the Premier League, Championship, and lower leagues all play, meaning we're posting 10+ match previews and multiple accumulators. Our Saturday football tips are the most comprehensive of the week, covering everything from early kick-offs to late games.

Sunday Football Tips: Sunday fixtures in the Premier League and abroad keep the action rolling. We post detailed Sunday football tips for the biggest matches, including Serie A, La Liga, and Ligue 1.

Monday Night Football Tips: Monday Night Football in the Premier League is a staple, and we always have a detailed preview and bet builder ready for it. Our Monday football tips also cover any remaining European or lower-league fixtures.

No matter what day it is, check back daily for fresh football tips today.

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Meet Our Football Tipsters

Our football betting tips aren't written by algorithms or random internet users – they're the work of experienced tipsters who eat, sleep, and breathe football.

Vedran Ostojic is one of our lead football tipsters, specialising in accumulators, BTTS tips, and anytime goalscorer picks. Vedran focuses on European competitions and the Premier League, using statistical analysis and form trends to identify value bets. His acca of the day is a fan favourite.

Will Jackson is our bet builder expert and covers the biggest matches each week. Will's detailed previews break down tactics, team news, and head-to-head stats, giving you everything you need to make informed decisions. He's also behind our card betting tips and longshot picks.

Gab Sutton is our EFL specialist, covering the Championship, League One, and League Two with unmatched expertise. Gab knows these leagues inside out and consistently finds value in markets that others overlook. If you're betting on the EFL, Gab's tips are essential reading.

All our tipsters provide transparent reasoning for every pick, so you're never left guessing why we've backed a certain bet. We believe in educating our readers, not just handing out tips with no context.

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