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Epicentr enters the final stretch of the season in a challenging position. The team sits in the lower part of the standings and is locked in a fierce battle to avoid relegation from the Ukrainian Premier League.

Recent results have been inconsistent: a mix of draws, narrow defeats, and the occasional victory. The main issue lies up front—Epicentr often creates chances, but struggles with finishing.

The team is forced to play in Ternopil rather than at their home stadium, so it’s hard to call their home games a true advantage. Epicentr tries to compensate for a lack of quality with aggression and intensity, but that’s not always enough against more organized opponents.

For Serhiy Nahornyak’s squad, the season’s main theme has been fighting for survival—every match carries massive significance, and any dropped points could be decisive for their Premier League status. With three rounds to go, their cushion above the relegation zone is just five points.

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Polissya is enjoying one of the most stable campaigns in club history and remains in the hunt for European qualification. At the moment, the Zhytomyr-based side is in the top three and has a strong shot at securing a place in continental competitions.

By local league standards, Polissya is considered a wealthy club. The "Wolves" only recently earned promotion to the UPL, but immediately announced themselves as medal contenders. With three games left, Ruslan Rotan’s men are sitting second in the table.

Their recent form has been impressive: Polissya consistently picks up points, combining solid wins with only rare slip-ups. Their defense stands out—conceding far fewer goals than most teams in the league.

In attack, Polissya relies on balanced play and swift transitions. Overall, the Zhytomyr club approaches this match as the favorite, boasting a deeper squad, a stable tactical setup, and clear motivation as they battle for second place.

• Epicentr have drawn their last four matches.
• Polissya are on a three-game winning streak.
• Epicentr average 1.25 goals per home game, while Polissya average 2.1 goals per away game.

• Epicentr: Bilyk, Hryhorashchuk, Montana, Lypovuz, Kiryukhantsev, Klymets, Mironyuk, Seberio, Mosquera, Hoakinyete, Sydun.
• Polissya: Volynets, Maisuradze, Krasnichi, Sarapiy, Mykhailychenko, Babenko, Andriyevskyi, Emerllahu, Nazarenko, Hutsulyak, Krasnopir.

Epicentr have never beaten Polissya: one draw and two defeats.

Polissya look like a more balanced outfit and enjoy a clear advantage in quality. Epicentr will likely focus on a tight defensive approach and counterattacks, but the visitors’ superior individual skill should be enough to see them through to victory. It is also worth noting that a key factor could be control of the midfield, where Polissya usually looks more confident and builds attacks faster. If the visitors manage to impose their tempo from the opening minutes, Epitsentr will have few chances for a positive result, especially if they are forced into prolonged defensive work.

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• Pharco are winless in their last 5 matches.
• Modern Sport have won just 1 of their last 5 games.
• Head-to-head over the last 5 meetings: Pharco – 0 wins, draws – 3, Modern Sport – 2 wins.
• In just 1 of their last 5 encounters, both teams found the net.

This is a massive fixture for the hosts, who are desperately fighting to stay in the top flight and currently remain in the relegation zone. Any points dropped at this stage could be catastrophic, so expect Pharco to come out fired up and determined.Despite their tough league position, Pharco still have a realistic shot at survival. The team is trying to stay organized and cautious, focusing on a tight defensive setup and quick breaks forward. The home ground could be a decisive factor, as Pharco have traditionally played with more confidence and aggression in front of their fans.

Modern Sport come into this match in a more comfortable position, but they can’t afford to switch off. In relegation group clashes, a poor run can quickly flip the table, so they’ll look to keep things pragmatic. Modern Sport typically rely on discipline and compactness, preferring not to take unnecessary risks.

Expect a tense, cautious battle with plenty of midfield duels. For Pharco, this is virtually a must-win, and they’ll need to push forward—especially with home support behind them.In such a high-stakes match, character, focus, and the ability to capitalize on rare chances will be critical. With so much on the line, this could be a tight and nervy contest right up to the final whistle.

• Pharco FC: Saeed, Yassin, Mosaad, Ndiaye, Gaber, Ezz, Fakhry, Mallah, Mohamed, Tayeb, Farahat.
• Modern Sport FC: Makhlouf, Fawzi, Mohamed, Youssef, Zaazaa, Mossad, Sabry, Shika, Metwaly, Okwara, Eba.

Pharco remain in the relegation zone and are under immense pressure to pick up points in every round. This often leads to nerves, defensive errors, and a loss of balance between attack and defense.Modern Sport look the more organized and stable side. They know how to play pragmatically, make the most of their chances, and tend to thrive against opponents who are forced to open up. That could prove decisive in this clash.The hosts will likely try to take the initiative, but that approach could leave gaps for Modern Sport to exploit on the counter. The psychological burden is firmly on Pharco, while the visitors can play with more composure.

Prediction: Modern Sport to win.

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El-Gouna are holding firm near the top of the relegation group, sitting fourth with 39 points and maintaining a comfortable cushion above the drop zone. Their recent results, however, have been mixed: after back-to-back 1-0 wins over Pharco and Ismaily, they drew 1-1 with Haras El Hodoud and 2-2 with FC Masr, before suffering a 0-1 defeat to Arab Contractors.

The hallmark of El-Gouna is their home discipline. The team is unbeaten in seven consecutive home Premier League matches, but often settles for draws: 60% of their home games end level, and each of their last eight home league fixtures has seen under 2.5 goals. This isn't a side that storms forward in dazzling attacks, but their structure keeps the tempo up and denies opponents much space.

Kahraba Ismailia sit 11th in the relegation group with 27 points, but their away form suggests they're far more dangerous than the table indicates. In recent rounds, the visitors have beaten Wadi Degla 2-1 and Tala'ea Al Jaish 2-1 away from home, and before that, they also overcame Pharco 2-0 — three consecutive away wins in the league is a serious statement.

Still, the overall picture for Kahraba remains tense: they concede a lot, with 49 goals allowed in 31 matches, and frequently teeter between boldness and chaos. A goalless draw with Pharco in the last round showed they can shift to a more defensive style, but against a compact El-Gouna side, they'll need not just movement but also patience in the final third.

• El-Gouna: Alaa, Talab, El Shimi, Rasoul Ahmed, Metawa, Mahmoud, El Sawed, Ibrahim, Emad, Mohsen, Gamal
• Kahraba Ismailia: El Gabry, Elhashab, Sheta, Yegia, Farouk, Aka, Silla, El Shazly, Said, Maradona, Boateng

• In their only head-to-head meeting this season, El-Gouna beat Kahraba Ismailia away 1-0.
• El-Gouna are unbeaten in seven consecutive home Premier League games.
• Each of El-Gouna's last eight home league matches has featured fewer than three goals.

This match is shaping up to be more of a chess battle than an open attacking shootout. El-Gouna rarely allow their opponents to pick up speed at home, but also struggle to find quick solutions in the opposition box — hence the high number of draws and consistent trend towards low scores. Kahraba Ismailia have improved on the road and certainly won’t come just to make up the numbers, but their attacking spark may be smothered by the hosts’ defensive density. Given El-Gouna’s 1-0 head-to-head win, their unbeaten home streak, and the low-scoring stats, the most likely scenario is a narrow home victory.

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• This season, Veres have failed to score in 34 percent of their matches.
• Veres are without a win in their last three games and have managed just one victory in their previous five outings.
• On home soil, Veres have won only once in their last four matches.
• Kryvbas have suffered just one defeat in their last five fixtures.
• Kryvbas have scored in each of their last five matches.
• In 41 percent of their games this season, Kryvbas have scored in both halves.
• The last head-to-head meeting between Kryvbas and Veres ended in a 2–2 draw.

Veres are currently positioned in the lower half of the Ukrainian Premier League table. After 27 rounds, they have collected 31 points and sit 10th in the standings. Their cushion over the relegation zone is nine points with three rounds remaining, meaning a single point would be enough to mathematically secure survival. However, their recent form has been inconsistent, with one win, two draws, and two defeats in their last five matches.

Kryvbas sit above Veres in the league standings, though they are no longer serious contenders for major honours this season. The team currently has 44 points after 27 matches and occupies seventh place. They trail fourth place by four points, while the gap to third is ten, making a top-three finish impossible even if they win all three remaining matches. Their recent form has been solid, with three wins, one draw, and one defeat in their last five games.

• Veres: Kozhukhar, Honcharenko, Protasevych, Vovchenko, Dakhnovskyi, Iago Siqueira, Morozko, Klots, Mrvaljević, Sharay, Stepaniuk
• Kryvbas: Klishchuk, Romanchuk, Drambaev, Stetskov, Rafael Fonseca, Dibango, Bizimana, Kuzyk, Vakulko, Lunyov, Kozhushko

An intriguing contest is expected, and this one looks capable of producing several goals. The recommended bet is over 2.5 total goals in the match.

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Under the guidance of Mladen Bartulović, Metalist 1925 has shown impressive consistency this season, especially in home fixtures, where the team ranks third by points won. Bartulović, who took over in the summer of 2025, has instilled disciplined football in the Kharkiv side, with swift transitions from defense to attack. Recently, the team has slowed down a bit (a 0:1 loss to Polissya and 1:1 draws with LNZ and Zorya), but captain Ivan Kaliuzhnyi remains a key figure in midfield, providing balance. Metalist 1925 is traditionally strong in second halves, where their excellent physical conditioning comes to the fore.

Karpaty are enjoying a phenomenal run — Francisco Fernández’s men went unbeaten in eight straight matches before narrowly losing to Kryvbas in the last round. The Lviv club’s biggest recent achievements have been wins over Dynamo Kyiv (1:0) and a derby triumph against Rukh (3:0). Karpaty currently look like one of the most balanced teams in the league: a rock-solid defense led by Jean Pedroso and Babohlo is complemented by a creative midfield featuring Bruninho and Dynamo loanee Valentyn Rubchynskyi. Fernández’s side are very confident on the road, playing on the front foot and making full use of a high pressing game.

Tactically, we can expect a battle for control in midfield. Bartulović will likely try to overload the holding area to neutralize Bruninho, while Karpaty will look to exploit the flanks with their activity out wide.

Metalist 1925 is a tough nut to crack, especially when playing on the counter. However, Karpaty are riding such a wave of emotion and form right now that stopping them will be a serious challenge. If the Lviv side scores first, Kharkiv will have to open up, giving Fernández’s team even more room for counterattacks.

Metalist 1925: Varakuta — Krupskyi, Saliuk, Pavliuk, Shabanov — Kaliuzhnyi, Churko — Antiukh, Kohut, Rashica — ItodoKarpaty: Domchak — Sych, Babohlo, Kholod, Liakh — Chachua, Sapuha, Rubchynskyi — Kostenko, Karabin, Alcaina

• In their two previous meetings, Metalist 1925 won both: 2:1 and 1:0
• Metalist 1925 are winless in four straight matches: two draws and two defeats
• Karpaty have conceded only one goal in their last eight matches, winning five

Given the Lviv club’s rock-solid defense in recent matches and the Kharkiv side’s less-than-impressive attack, I expect a low-scoring affair. My prediction: total under (2.5) at 1.57

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Modena finished the regular season in 6th place, collecting 55 points. Andrea Sottil’s side boasted one of the league’s most reliable defenses all season long—just 36 goals conceded in 38 rounds. However, their campaign ended on a sour note: the “Canarini” managed only one win in their last seven matches, narrowly losing 0-1 to Avellino in the final round. Still, home advantage is a massive factor in the Serie B playoffs, and Modena’s historical edge over the “Wasps” (four wins in the last five head-to-heads) makes them favorites to advance.

Tactically, Modena will look to take the initiative, controlling possession and dictating play through their midfield engine room. The main threat comes from top scorer Ettore Gliozzi (10 goals). The hosts won’t rush things, knowing that one mistake in the playoffs can be fatal, but with superior attacking quality, they’re expected to keep Juve Stabia’s defense under constant pressure.

Juve Stabia have been one of the season’s biggest surprises, finishing 7th with 51 points. Ignazio Abate’s squad are the league’s draw specialists (18 draws in 38 games), a testament to their incredible resilience and ability to “shut down” even the strongest opponents. In their last regular season fixture, they drew 1-1 with Südtirol, further cementing their reputation as Serie B’s most peace-loving team. The “Wasps” travel to Modena as underdogs with nothing to lose—making them extremely dangerous.

Juve Stabia’s style is all about strict discipline and a deep defensive block. Abate has built a system that is excellent at handling positional attacks from favorites. Most likely, the visitors will concede possession and wait for their moment to strike on the counter or from set pieces. The big question is whether the “Wasps” have the stamina if the match goes long—after all, a draw in regular time means extra-time scenarios in the playoffs.

Both teams have minimal injury concerns, allowing their managers to field their strongest lineups. For Modena, only defender Cristian Cauz is a doubt, but he is expected to feature after recovering. Juve Stabia have all their key men available, including midfield lynchpin Christian Pierobon. Both sides approach this crucial clash in full combat readiness.

• Modena have conceded in each of their last eight matches.
• Both teams have scored in six of Modena’s last eight matches.
• Juve Stabia are winless in their last four matches.
• Five of Juve Stabia’s last five matches have seen under three goals scored.
• These teams have met just 10 times. Modena dominate the rivalry: six wins to Juve Stabia’s two, with two draws.
• They met twice this season—and Modena won both encounters, 3-0 and 2-1.

• Modena: Bagheria - Dellavalle, Adorni, Cauz - Imoutato, Wiafe, Arnaboldi, Pyyhtiä, Cotali - Mendes, Gliozzi
• Juve Stabia: Boer - Diakité, Dalle Mura, Bellich - Ricciardi, Pierobon, Torrasi, Ciammaglichella, Mannini - Maistro, Gabrielloni

The Serie B playoffs are always a test of nerves and caution. Modena are stronger on paper, but Abate’s Juve Stabia are masters at neutralizing their opponents’ strengths and turning games into gritty battles. Expect a duel between two defensive-minded sides, with neither wanting to take big risks. The ticket to the semifinals could be decided by a single clinical finish or even a penalty shootout. My prediction: Under 2.5 total goals.

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Celta approach the season’s finale as a team you write off at your own risk. After a painful April and Europa League exit, the schedule eased up and Claudio Giráldez’s side instantly sprang back to life: first dispatching Elche 3-1 with authority, then going away to stifle and defeat Atlético 1-0.

The main intrigue for the Celestes: do they have enough left in the tank to mount a charge for fifth place? They trail the Champions League zone by four points, but Celta’s football is looking sharp again: Moriba is back in the starting eleven to set the tempo in midfield, while Aspas and Jutglà give the attack much-needed variety. However, without Starfelt, the defense remains vulnerable -especially against crosses and set pieces.

Levante find themselves in a far more precarious position in the table, but the team received a psychological boost after a dramatic win over Osasuna. Down 2-0 by the 11th minute, the Frogs didn’t collapse - instead, they turned the game around and snatched a 3-2 victory. Matches like that often provide the emotional fuel needed to survive a relegation scrap.

The problem is that Levante’s home and away form are almost night and day. At the Ciudad de Valencia, they’ve won five of their last six, but away from home, it’s now seven matches without a win and 17 goals conceded in that stretch. The absences of Álvarez, Romero, Elchesabal, and Primo limit Luis Castro’s options, meaning extra responsibility again falls on Espi, who’s netted eight goals in the last ten rounds.

• Celta: Radu, Alonso, Lago, Rodríguez, Carreira, Moriba, Sotelo, Rueda, Álvarez, Aspas, Jutglà.
• Levante: Ryan, Toljan, Adrián de la Fuente, Agustín Moreno, Sánchez, Arriaga, Olasagasti, Martínez, García, Brugui, Espi.

• Celta have won three of their last four matches against Levante.
• Both teams have scored in four of the last six head-to-head encounters.
• Levante lead La Liga in goals from set pieces, while Celta are among the teams most vulnerable to conceding from such situations.

• The Celestes have picked up only one red card all season (the best mark in the league).

• Celta have conceded in the second half in five of their last six matches at Balaídos.

• Levante have conceded in the second half in six of their last seven away matches.

• Under 2.5 goals has landed in 10 of Levante’s last 13 home games.

This match looks more dangerous for Celta than the table might suggest: Levante are deadly on set pieces and aerial duels - precisely where the hosts have a systemic weakness. Still, the overall balance tilts toward Giráldez’s men: back-to-back wins over Elche and Atlético, the home advantage, and Levante’s disastrous away run all give the hosts a clear edge. Expect Levante to find their moment - especially from a cross or a scramble in the box—but Celta should take the points thanks to better control and quality in the final third.

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Under Mohamed El-Sheikh, Wadi Degla are finishing the season with confidence. Sitting first in the relegation group (ninth overall) with 45 points, the team has all but secured their spot in the top flight. Despite a surprising 1-2 loss to Kahraaba Ismailia in early May, the "Deer" have displayed balanced football. El-Sheikh is banking on the experience of captain Ali Hussein and the goal-scoring prowess of Ivorian striker Franck Boli. At home, Wadi Degla play aggressively, looking to dominate midfield possession through Mohamed Abdelaati.

Ismaily SC are enduring one of the toughest seasons in their storied history. The legendary club sits 14th in the relegation group (21st and last overall) with just 19 points. The appointment of Khaled Galal in March 2026 has yet to spark a turnaround: the "Mango Boys" have struggled desperately in attack, averaging less than 0.5 goals per game. Last time out, Ismaily managed only a goalless draw against Ghazl El-Mahalla, further complicating their situation. The fans' main hopes rest on the skill of Eric Traore and the reliability of goalkeeper Mohamed Fawzy, who is called upon to save the team in every match.

Tactically, Wadi Degla are expected to dominate, employing a high defensive line and rapid transitions. Ismaily, under Khaled Galal, will likely sit deep in defense, relying solely on set pieces and rare counterattacks down the flanks.

Wadi Degla: Amr Hossam — Shady Maher, Omar Adly, Ahmed Dahroug, Ahmed Dahesh — Islam Adel, Mohamed Abdelaati — Mahmoud Talaat, Ali Hussein, Hesham Mohamed — Franck BoliIsmaily SC: Mohamed Fawzy — Hatem Sokar, Imad Hamdy, Mohamed Nasr, Abdel Karim Mostafa — Mohamed Makhlouf, Eric Traore, Mohamed Bayoumi — Nader Farag, Marwan Hamdi, Khaled Eid

• In their last five meetings, Wadi Degla have recorded three wins and two draws
• Wadi Degla have won three of their last five matches, conceding in their last three games
• Ismaily SC have just one win in their last ten matches, drawing five times (four of those 0-0)

I expect a dry affair with few dangerous moments. My prediction: total goals under 2 at 1.85

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TS Galaxy are enduring a tense season: currently sitting 12th with 28 points, their record stands at 7 wins, 7 draws, and 14 defeats. Recent weeks have only fueled concern—five matches without a victory, including a fresh 1-1 draw against Chippa United, where once again their old problem of converting chances into results was on display.

Under Bernard Parker, TS Galaxy tries to play bolder, more attacking football, but the team’s structure remains far from stable. At home, they look slightly more confident compared to away games, but a record of 5 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses on their own pitch hardly inspires a sense of fortress, especially with the league’s most disciplined opponent coming to town.

Mamelodi Sundowns approach the match from a position of strength: 65 points, top of the table, 19 wins in 28 games, and just a single loss all season. Miguel Cardoso’s side combines ball control, a rock-solid defense, and a versatile attack. Their recent 7-4 demolition of Siwelele FC only underlined how ruthlessly the leaders can punish opponents in open play.

On the road, Sundowns maintain their championship form: 8 wins, 5 draws, and just one defeat show a team that can get the job done even without home support. Conceding only 14 goals all season is a testament not just to good defending, but to systematic discipline—making it unlikely that TS Galaxy will find many clear-cut chances.

• TS Galaxy: Thare, Mahlabi, Mnkwango, Zulu, Motaung, Kulu, Mvelase, Nkosi, Maduna, George, Zindoga
• Mamelodi Sundowns: Williams, Modiba, Ndamane, Kekana, Mudau, Mokoena, Bravo, Matthews, Santos, Letlaku, Leon

• TS Galaxy are winless in their last seven matches, with just three draws during this stretch.
• Mamelodi Sundowns are unbeaten in five straight matches, recording three wins and two draws.
• In their most recent meeting, Mamelodi Sundowns edged TS Galaxy 1-0, and have won three of the last five head-to-head encounters.

The gap in class, stability, and current momentum is simply too great here. TS Galaxy can be tough at home and will try to disrupt the rhythm with compact play off the ball, but against Sundowns that’s rarely enough: the leaders are patient, methodically working defenses and waiting for their moment without losing control. For the hosts, the key will be not to collapse after conceding first, since an open game against Sundowns almost always spells trouble. The visitors are superior in every key aspect—form, defense, attacking quality, and their away record.

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• Al-Nassr have suffered just one defeat in their last 20 matches.
• Al-Nassr have scored in every match this season.
• On home soil, Al-Nassr have lost only once this season, winning every other match.
• Al-Hilal have won their last four matches.
• Al-Hilal have lost only once all season.
• Al-Nassr boast the best attack in the Saudi Pro League with 86 goals scored, while Al-Hilal have netted 81.
• Both teams share the second-best defensive record in the league, having conceded just 26 goals.
• Al-Nassr have scored in both halves in 52 percent of their matches this season, while Al-Hilal have done so in 53 percent.
• Al-Nassr have kept clean-sheet wins in 57 percent of their matches this season, compared to Al-Hilal’s 42 percent.
• Neither side has suffered a goalless defeat this season.
• The last meeting between these two sides ended in a 3–1 victory for Al-Hilal.

This is the defining match of the entire championship and could effectively decide the title race. In all likelihood, the winner of this showdown will go on to lift the trophy.

Al-Nassr currently sit top of the table with 82 points after 32 rounds. They have been in sensational form, losing just once in their previous 20 matches. They hold a five-point advantage over second place, currently occupied by Al-Hilal, who have 77 points after 31 games.

That means Al-Hilal still have a game in hand. If they win this clash and then take maximum points from their remaining two fixtures, they will secure the Saudi title. However, everything depends on claiming victory here first.

For Al-Nassr, the equation is simple: win this match and they will be crowned champions of Saudi Arabia. An eight-point lead would put the title mathematically beyond Al-Hilal’s reach regardless of their remaining games.

• Al-Nassr: Bento; Yahya, Martinez, Al-Amri, Al Ghanam; Mane, Brozovic, Al-Khaibari, Coman; Cristiano Ronaldo, João Félix
• Al-Hilal: Yassine Bounou; Al-Harbi, Akcicek, Tambakti, Theo Hernández; Sergej Milinković-Savić, Kanno, Rúben Neves, Salem Al-Dawsari; Malcom, Karim Benzema

This promises to be an extraordinary contest packed with high-level attacking football. The recommended bet is over 3 total goals in what is essentially a championship-deciding showdown.

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An-Nassr a toujours son destin entre les mains, mais la formation dirigée par Jorge Jesus aborde le sprint final sans certitude absolue. La défaite 1-3 face à Al-Qadisiyah a mis en lumière quelques failles du leader, mais le tour suivant a vu le « club mondial » réagir avec une victoire 4-2 contre Al-Shabab — João Félix signant un triplé, Cristiano Ronaldo ajoutant un but supplémentaire.

À domicile, An-Nassr affiche un quasi sans-faute : 19 victoires en 21 rencontres cette saison et une série en cours de dix succès consécutifs depuis le 17 janvier. Sur cette période, l’équipe a inscrit 25 buts et gardé sa cage inviolée à sept reprises, mais les absences pèsent : Ângelo Borges s’est blessé après la rencontre face à Al-Qadisiyah, et l’état de Kingsley Coman reste un facteur clé avant le derby.

Al-Hilal débarque à Riyad non seulement en prétendant, mais avec une dynamique de trophée. En finale de la Coupe du Roi, les hommes de Simone Inzaghi ont renversé Al-Kholood 2-1, grâce à des réalisations de Nasser Al-Dawsari et Theo Hernandez après avoir concédé l’ouverture du score.

La principale force des visiteurs, c’est leur incroyable solidité : série d’invincibilité portée à 45 matches, et le titre reste parfaitement jouable en cas de trois victoires lors des trois dernières journées. Koulibaly et Hamad Al-Yami restent absents, mais l’équipe s’est parfaitement adaptée avec Ruben Neves en sentinelle, tandis que le quatuor offensif Malcom, Benzema, Al-Dawsari et Milinkovic-Savic semble prêt pour un rendez-vous majeur.

• An-Nassr Riyad : Krepksi, Martinez, Al-Amri, Simakan, Boushal, Garib, Brozovic, Al-Khaibari, Mané, Félix, Ronaldo.
• Al-Hilal Riyad : Bono, Al-Tambakti, Neves, Al-Harbi, Al-Dawsari, Malcom, Milinkovic-Savic, Kanno, Hernandez, Benzema, Al-Dawsari.

• Al-Hilal reste sur une série de 45 matches sans défaite.
• Depuis le 21 février 2022, Al-Hilal a remporté huit des quatorze confrontations directes face à An-Nassr, pour cinq nuls et une seule défaite.
• Plus de 3,5 buts ont été inscrits lors de trois des quatre dernières oppositions entre An-Nassr et Al-Hilal.

Ce match est un véritable carrefour où classement, psychologie et historique des confrontations s'entremêlent. An-Nassr bénéficie d’un avantage certain à domicile et peut se contenter d’un résultat nul : un scénario loin d’être exclu au vu de leur avance de deux points au classement. Al-Hilal, de son côté, doit impérativement viser la victoire, ce qui promet d’ouvrir le jeu. Les visiteurs ont l’avantage des confrontations directes et un atout offensif indéniable, mais An-Nassr se montre redoutablement stable à la maison, et le duo Félix-Ronaldo est capable de faire la différence à la moindre occasion. On s’attend à un derby animé, rythmé, avec des buts et une issue où la prudence des locaux pourrait préserver l’équilibre.

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Betis comes into this clash as favorites not just because of their league position, but also for their structural quality. Manuel Pellegrini’s side has picked up 53 points, scored 52 goals, and has looked solid in recent rounds: two wins, two draws, and one defeat in their last five matches across all competitions show they’re in good rhythm. Their 2-2 draw with Real Sociedad proved that their attack is firing on all cylinders.

The main task for Betis is to avoid letting this game descend into a chaotic end-to-end shootout. At home, they typically play with patience: building through possession, using wide overloads, and intricate passing between the lines, where Pellegrini’s technical players exploit space for the final ball. However, transitions remain an issue - Betis sometimes concedes too easily when play breaks down, so a goal from the visitors is a live possibility.

Elche arrives in Seville with a more modest league position but in decent form. Three wins, a draw, and one defeat in their last five matches - this is no longer a team just playing out the season, but one that can punish any lapse in focus. Their latest result, a 1-1 draw with Alaves, perfectly encapsulates their approach: they don’t always dominate, but they know how to seize their moments.

Still, Elche's away record is a concern: just one win on the road amid a string of defeats. Sebastian Beccacece’s side relies on a compact block, quick breaks, and set pieces, but against Betis, they’ll need to withstand long spells without the ball. If they can't handle the pressure in midfield, the hosts will quickly start to exploit the spaces behind Elche’s lines.

• Betis: Valles, Bellerin, Llorente, Nathan, Rodriguez, Fornals, Amrabat, Roca, Antony, Cucho, Ez Abde.
• Elche: Dituro, Chust, Affengruber, Bigas, Tete Morente, Villar, Febas, Aguado, Valera, Rodriguez, Andre Silva.

• The last head-to-head ended with a 2-1 victory for Betis.
• In the last five meetings between these sides, Betis have won three, one ended in a draw, and Elche have claimed one victory.
• Elche's away record this season is poor: one win, four draws, and twelve defeats on the road.

• Betis have scored 53 goals this season - the fifth-best tally in La Liga.

• Beticos have conceded fewer than two goals in 10 of their last 12 home matches.

• At least 3 goals have been scored in 7 of Elche’s last 8 away matches in La Liga.
• Both teams have scored in 9 of Elche’s last 10 away games in La Liga.
• No more than 4 yellow cards have been shown in 6 of Elche’s last 7 away matches in La Liga.

Betis look like the more complete side: higher quality, better home record, and a clearer tactical plan. Pellegrini will likely focus on controlling the tempo and applying gradual pressure, because against Elche, it’s crucial not to let the visitors sense that the game could get nervy. Elche have goals in them - they’ve been productive lately and are in a decent spell - but keeping Betis quiet at home for 90 minutes will be a massive challenge. Expect a home win, but not a clean sheet: the visitors could find their chance on the counter or from a set piece.

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• Catanzaro have won just one of their last eight matches.
• Catanzaro have now gone 13 consecutive matches without keeping a clean sheet.
• Catanzaro have scored at least once in 16 straight matches.
• Avellino have lost only one of their last five games.
• Away from home, Avellino have suffered defeat in three of their last four matches.
• Avellino have lost 31 percent of their matches this season without scoring.
• Catanzaro have scored in both halves in 33 percent of their games this season.
• The last meeting between Catanzaro and Avellino ended in a 1–1 draw.

Catanzaro collected 59 points from 38 matches this season and finished fifth in the table. It was a respectable campaign, though one marked by inconsistency. They have managed only one win in their last eight matches. Overall, they recorded 15 victories, 14 draws, and nine defeats. Historically, Catanzaro have spent seven seasons in Serie A, including five consecutive campaigns. Their best-ever finish came in the 1981–82 season, when they placed seventh.

Avellino enjoyed a decade-long spell in Italy’s top flight from 1978 to 1988. Since their relegation in 1988, the club have never returned to Serie A, enduring multiple bankruptcies and drops through the lower divisions. This season, they won 13 matches, drew 10, and lost 15, collecting 49 points to finish eighth and earn their chance to fight for promotion back to Italy’s elite.

• Catanzaro: Marietta, Gonçalo Esteves, Brighenti, Bashi, Verrengia, Rispoli, Buglio, Pompetti, Koffi, Oudin, D'Alessandro
• Avellino: Iannarilli, Izzo, Cancellotti, Missori, Enrici, Palmiero, Sounas, Besaggio, Russo, Roberto Insigne, Patierno

This promises to be a highly intriguing encounter, with a place in the Serie A promotion playoff semi-finals at stake. The recommended bet is over 2 total goals.

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Southampton played pragmatically in the first leg: Tonda Eckert's team didn't open up away from home and essentially pushed the resolution of the tie to St Mary's. The goalless draw in Middlesbrough suits the Saints psychologically, as at home they can press higher, make better use of possession, and impose themselves through their quality midfield.

Crucially, the hosts have almost no personnel issues, and the defensive mechanism looked solid enough after the first game that Eckert is unlikely to change the structure. Azaz, Shinza, and Jander provide rhythm and progression, but the centre-forward position remains a question mark: Larin, Stewart, and Archer have yet to prove themselves as the undisputed choice for a match of this magnitude.

Middlesbrough may regret the first leg much more than their opponents. At the Riverside, Kim Hellberg's side created enough chances to approach the return leg with an advantage, but the woodwork, missed opportunities, and opposition saves kept the score at 0-0 – a result that now demands composure from Boro in a hostile atmosphere.

The visitors' form since March has been respectable overall: just two defeats in their last 13 matches, but in Southampton they'll need to play with more nuance than at home. Hackney, if he features, certainly won't start, so the midfield will once again rely on Morris, while up front the Conway–Strelec partnership will be key to punishing any mistake from the hosts between the lines.

• Southampton: Peretz, Manning, Wood, Harwood-Bellis, Charles, Downes, Jander, Shinza, Azaz, Edozie, Stewart.
• Middlesbrough: Brynn, Ayling, Fry, Malanda, Brittain, Brown, Morris, Targett, Conway, Whittaker, Strelec.

• Southampton are unbeaten in 20 consecutive Championship matches.
• In six of the last eight head-to-head meetings at St Mary's, fewer than three goals have been scored.
• Middlesbrough have reached the promotion play-offs twice in the last nine seasons and both times were eliminated in the semi-finals.

The first leg showed that the gap between the teams is minimal, but the context of the return game favours Southampton. At home, the Saints will have more space for their midfield to operate, can push their wingers higher, and won't need to concede the initiative as cautiously as they did at the Riverside. Middlesbrough are dangerous, especially if Ayling and Morris set the right tone again, but without Hackney in the starting lineup, the visitors may struggle to maintain the tempo for the full 90 minutes. Don't expect an open shootout: both teams know the price of a mistake, so a single decisive moment after home pressure may settle this tie.

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Osasuna have made their own path to Europe much harder: just one win in their last six matches is simply not enough for a team that, not so long ago, looked one of the steadiest sides in the league’s lower half. The 2-3 loss to Levante stung especially, as their opponents played with a survival instinct that the Pamplona outfit is sorely lacking right now.

Still, Osasuna remain a formidable force at home: over their last 11 matches at El Sadar, they have only fallen to Barcelona, and the likes of Real Madrid, Betis, Villarreal and Athletic have all felt just how intense Pamplona’s fortress can be. The main question is whether Liska can reignite the side’s aggression without the suspended Sergio Herrera, and if the possible rotation with Galan and Torro returning will disrupt their balance.

Atletico, on the other hand, look like a team that’s already mentally checked out of the season. After their Champions League semifinal exit at the hands of Arsenal, there’s little left to fight for in La Liga: Champions League qualification for next season is long secured, and their 0-1 defeat to Celta only underlined the sense of emptiness.

Yes, Simeone’s team had 20 shots in that game, but conceded from Celta’s only shot on target and couldn’t switch on their trademark late pressure. Squad issues aren’t helping either: Jimenez is injured, Baena is suspended, and the fitness of Alvarez and Giuliano Simeone is questionable, so there’s every chance we’ll see a rotated squad in Pamplona.

• Osasuna: Fernandez, Galan, Boyomo, Catena, Rosier, Moncayola, Torro, Moro, Oroz, Garcia, Budimir.
• Atletico Madrid: Musso, Molina, Le Normand, Lenglet, Diaz, Lookman, Vargas, Mendoza, Almada, Griezmann, Sorloth.

• Atletico have won seven of their last ten meetings with Osasuna.
• Osasuna have lost just one of their last 11 home matches, with Barcelona the only side to win at El Sadar in that time.
• Four of Osasuna’s last six and five of Atletico’s last seven league games have seen over 2.5 goals.

• Osasuna have suffered just one defeat in their last 11 La Liga home fixtures.

• Both teams have scored in eight of the last nine matches at El Sadar.

• The "Colchoneros" average 6.4 corners per game, bettered only by Real Madrid (6.5) and Barcelona (7.0).
• At least one team has failed to score in nine of the last ten La Liga meetings between these sides in Pamplona.
• Osasuna have delivered more corners than their opponents in six of their last seven La Liga home games against Atletico.

Atletico have the superior quality and depth, but right now that edge doesn’t look decisive. Simeone’s side are emotionally drained after their Champions League run, missing key players and, as seen against Celta, can dominate the stats but not necessarily the scoreline. Osasuna aren’t in their best spell either, but their motivation and the El Sadar atmosphere could be enough to tip the balance. Budimir is enjoying a strong season, the home flanks should put real pressure on the visitors’ defense, and a rotated or half-strength Atletico might struggle to impose themselves in this kind of cauldron.

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Osasuna come into this fixture against Atletico after a challenging spell, yet the team consistently manages to pick up points even against high-profile opponents.

In recent rounds, the Pamplona side fell to Barcelona and Levante, but before that they defeated Sevilla and drew with both Betis and Alaves. The difference in Osasuna’s home and away form is especially noticeable.

At home, Osasuna play with far more aggression and confidence, often making life difficult for even the favorites. This season, they have already beaten Real Madrid (2-1), Sevilla, and Girona on home turf—proof of their reputation as a tough opponent.

The hosts’ main weapon remains their intense, vertical football. The team relies on a high volume of duels, wing play, and set pieces. In attack, Ante Budimir continues to play a crucial role, consistently delivering and remaining the main finisher in front of goal.

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Atletico are experiencing a mixed end to the season, but remain in the upper reaches of the table thanks to Diego Simeone’s experience and pragmatic approach. In recent weeks, the Madrid side have alternated strong performances with painful defeats.

The team crashed out of the Champions League and also lost to Celta in La Liga. The “Colchoneros” have already secured Champions League football for next season, but suffered defeat in the Copa del Rey final.

Despite inconsistent results, Atletico remain one of Spain’s most organized outfits. Simeone sticks to his principles of compact defending and quick, vertical attacks, and as the season winds down, the team has been more clinical in front of goal.

Atletico’s main challenge continues to be their away form. They have picked up just 20 points on the road and have conceded one more goal than they’ve scored. On the other hand, with nothing left to play for, they can approach these final matches with more freedom.

• Osasuna have conceded in six consecutive matches.
• Atletico have lost their last two matches by the same 0-1 scoreline.
• Osasuna average 1.7 goals per home game, while Atletico average 1.2 goals per away match.

• Osasuna: Fernandez, Rosier, Catena, Boyomo, Galan, Munoz, Moncayola, Oroz, Moro, Garcia, Budimir.
• Atletico Madrid: Oblak, Ruggeri, Gantzko, Le Normand, Pubill, Koke, Mendoza, Llorente, Lookman, Sorloth, Griezmann.

The teams haven’t drawn against each other since 2011.

This promises to be a hard-fought contest with little space on offer. Osasuna will look to impose a physical battle and capitalize on set pieces, while Atletico will focus on control and clinical finishing. Expect a tight, low-scoring affair where individual brilliance from one of Atletico’s stars could prove decisive. Osasuna rarely allow opponents to create many chances at home, while Diego Simeone’s Atlético tend to play in a highly pragmatic manner away from home and avoid opening up their structure for an open game. My bet is on under 3 total goals.

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Dynamo come into this game under serious psychological pressure: the club sits in fourth place, with its hopes for a medal finish all but gone. After a series of spring setbacks, the Kyiv side is striving to stabilize their play. In midfield, the game still runs through Shaparenko and Pikhalyonok, who are searching for ways to unlock tightly-packed defenses. However, against opponents like Kolos, this task often proves impossible, largely due to a lackluster coaching staff.

Kolos in 2026 remain true to their philosophy—this is the league’s most stubborn and tenacious “bus.” The team from Kovalivka expertly kills the tempo, using a deep block and tight man-marking: they’ve won four games in a row without conceding a single goal. In the last round, they once again proved they can neutralize any creative star in the UPL. For them, a draw in Kyiv is as good as a win, so don’t expect the visitors to play open football. Their main bet will be on set pieces and rare counterattacks down the flanks.

Tactically, we’ll see Dynamo’s positional attacks clash with Kolos’s organized catenaccio. The hosts will try to stretch the defense with active runs from their fullbacks, while the visitors will focus on closing down spaces within 25 meters of their goal.

Dynamo: Neshcheret — Korobov, Bilovar, Mykhavko, Dubinchak — Mykhailenko, Pikhalyonok, Shaparenko — Voloshyn, Yarmolenko, PonomarenkoKolos: Pakholyuk — Poniedielnik, Bondarenko, Burda, Tsurikov — Elias, Gagnidze, Kane, Rrapaj, Salabay — Tahiri

• Three of the last five meetings have ended in draws, with each team winning once
• Dynamo have won three of their last seven matches, losing three times
• Kolos are unbeaten in eight games, with four wins in a row and three draws during this run

I expect a tough contest where just a couple of goals will decide the outcome. My prediction: total under (3) at 1.55

Mbarara City secured a 1-0 victory over Lugazi in their last game, extending their unbeaten run to four games. Clinton Kamugisha found the back of the net in the 50th minute, scoring the only goal in the last outing, winning it for Mbarara City. Ankole Lions have been unbeaten in their last four games, winning two and drawing twice. In all these games, they kept a clean sheet twice, scored five goals, and conceded three. Playing at home, they have lost three of their last five games. They sit 12th in the league standings with 24 points from 27 matches, scoring 22 goals and conceding 39.

Villa settled for a goalless draw in their last game against BUL, putting them on an unbeaten run of two straight games. The Jogoos have won three of their last five games, getting victories over Lugazi, Buhimba, and URA SC. In all of these games, they have kept a clean sheet while scoring seven times. Playing away from home, they have won three of their last five games. They sit 4th in the league standings with 52 points from 27 games, scoring 38 goals and conceding 14.

• Mbarara City lost three of their last five home games.

• Villa won three of their last five away games.

• Villa won the last four head-to-head games over Mbarara City.

Villa will secure an easy win in this game due to their impressive away and head-to-head run. They have won three of their last five away games and four of their last five head-to-head games against Mbarara City. More to it, Mbarara City lost three of their last five home games. Therefore, my prediction is a win for the visitors at odds of 2.02 on 1xBet.

Mbarara City secured a 1-0 victory over Lugazi in their last game, extending their unbeaten run to four games. Clinton Kamugisha found the back of the net in the 50th minute, scoring the only goal in the last outing, winning it for Mbarara City. Ankole Lions have been unbeaten in their last four games, winning two and drawing twice. In all these games, they kept a clean sheet twice, scored five goals, and conceded three. Playing at home, they have lost three of their last five games. They sit 12th in the league standings with 24 points from 27 matches, scoring 22 goals and conceding 39.

Villa settled for a goalless draw in their last game against BUL, putting them on an unbeaten run of two straight games. The Jogoos have won three of their last five games, getting victories over Lugazi, Buhimba, and URA SC. In all of these games, they have kept a clean sheet while scoring seven times. Playing away from home, they have won three of their last five games. They sit 4th in the league standings with 52 points from 27 games, scoring 38 goals and conceding 14.

• Mbarara City lost three of their last five home games.

• Villa won three of their last five away games.

• Villa won the last four head-to-head games over Mbarara City.

Villa will secure an easy win in this game due to their impressive away and head-to-head run. They have won three of their last five away games and four of their last five head-to-head games against Mbarara City. More to it, Mbarara City lost three of their last five home games. Therefore, my prediction is a win for the visitors at odds of 2.02 on 1xBet.

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Haras El Hodoud are still sinking in a winless streak, and their latest home setback - a 1-2 loss to FC ZED - only reinforced the sense that the team has lost control over the season’s run-in. Prior to that, they drew 0-0 with Tala'ea El Gaish, 1-1 with El Gouna, lost 0-1 to Wadi Degla, and played out a 2-2 draw with Ittihad. In other words, points are coming in, but the winning spark is almost completely absent.

The main problem for the hosts is poor finishing and a lack of composure in decisive moments: the team has won just one of their last 20 league matches. Even at home, Haras more often scrapes a draw than dictates the pace, and with an average of less than a goal per game, conceding even once often proves fatal.

Arab Contractors look far more composed and head to Alexandria fresh off a 1-0 victory over El Gouna. Before that, they drew 1-1 with Pharco, 1-1 with Ghazl El Mahalla, 0-0 with Ittihad, and beat Tala'ea El Gaish 2-0. This run perfectly sums up their current style: minimal risk, tight defense, and capitalizing on one or two decisive moments.

The visitors may lack attacking fireworks, but they have what Haras is missing right now - stability. Arab Contractors are unbeaten in eight of their last nine league outings, and in head-to-head encounters with this opponent, they’ve looked especially comfortable: the team has long mastered the art of closing down space and not allowing the hosts to break forward down the flanks.

• Haras El Hodoud have won just one of their last 20 Egyptian Premier League matches.
• Arab Contractors are unbeaten against Haras El Hodoud in nine consecutive league matches.
• In the last ten away head-to-heads between Arab Contractors and Haras El Hodoud, the total goals have been under 2.5 each time.

In terms of form and mentality, Arab Contractors have the edge: they are more stable, better at controlling the tempo, and know how to grind out results in cagey matches with few chances. That said, their away approach is not about dominating but about patience, so don’t expect end-to-end football here. Haras El Hodoud can fight for a draw at home, but they lack the attacking quality and late-game confidence to push for a win. Considering their head-to-head history, the low-scoring trend, and the cautious style of both teams, a gritty match with very few goals looks the most logical outcome.

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FC ZED come into this match after a painful 1-2 cup defeat to Pyramids, but in the league, the team has been holding steady. In recent rounds, they defeated Haras El Hodoud 2-1, previously saw off Pharco 1-0 at home, and finished a high-scoring 2-2 draw against El Gouna.

The main strength of the hosts is their home solidity and disciplined defense: in their last nine league games on home turf, FC Masr have lost only once and on average concede less than a goal per game. However, the team doesn’t always excel at breaking down deep-lying opposition quickly, so against Ghazl El Mahalla, they’ll have to patiently probe the low block and avoid leaving themselves open after turnovers.

Ghazl El Mahalla remain one of the most draw-prone teams in the league: 19 draws in 30 matches is no accident, but a reflection of their cautious tactical approach. In recent rounds, they lost 0-1 to Tala’ea El Gaish, drew 0-0 with Ismaily, 1-1 with Arab Contractors, and 1-1 with Petrojet, while before that they surprisingly beat Kahraba Ismailia 3-1.

The visitors rarely dazzle in attack but are masters at slowing the tempo and preventing opponents from gaining momentum. Ghazl El Mahalla have just four wins in 30 league outings, but in nine of their last ten matches, they have avoided defeat — this resilience makes them dangerous even against higher-ranked teams.

• FC ZED have not conceded a single goal in their last three meetings with Ghazl El Mahalla.
• The teams’ first encounter this season ended in a goalless draw at Ghazl El Mahalla’s ground.
• Each of Ghazl El Mahalla’s last four league matches has seen under 2.5 goals.

FC ZED look the more balanced side and have strong arguments at home: defensive discipline, solid ball control, and a knack for picking up points in matches where a single episode can decide the outcome. But following a cup defeat and with a congested fixture list, it’s unlikely the hosts will be able to ramp up the tempo against an opponent who almost professionally turns games into a chess match. Ghazl El Mahalla travel to Cairo not for style points, but for results: they know how to maintain structure, disrupt rhythm, and steer games toward a draw. Given the head-to-head history, the visitors’ low scoring, and the high probability of a tight contest, a match with few clear chances looks the logical outcome.

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Under Turkish manager Arda Turan, Shakhtar sit atop the table and will remain there until the end of the season. After a commanding 4-0 victory over SK Poltava in the previous round, the team secured the gold medals three matchdays before the finish. Now the coaching staff have a free hand: the result no longer weighs heavy, and the main task for the remainder of the campaign is to test the club’s immediate reserves. An experimental lineup is expected at Arena Lviv, featuring players who have had limited minutes and young talents from the academy.

Tactically, Shakhtar will stick to their principles—domination, ball control, and high pressing. However, a lack of cohesion among the reserves could lead to some defensive chaos. For these fringe players, this game is a massive showcase and a chance to prove themselves ahead of next season. The Miners will play with freedom, aiming to entertain the fans with vibrant attacking football—often resulting in high-scoring affairs when the pressure is off.

Obolon currently sit 11th with 28 points. Unlike their opponents, the Brewers are still in the thick of the relegation battle. In the last round, the Kyiv side showed incredible character, snatching a 2-2 draw against Epicentr in the 95th minute thanks to a brace from Taras Liakh. Every point is worth its weight in gold for Oleksandr Antonenko’s men, as their gap from the relegation playoff zone remains razor-thin. The visitors’ motivation will be sky-high: taking points from a relaxed champion is the best scenario for staying in the UPL.

Obolon’s approach against the league giants will be as pragmatic as possible. The team will rely on a compact low block and rapid counterattacks. The Brewers understand that Shakhtar may play with a sense of ease and will be waiting to pounce on mistakes by the reserves in midfield. Given that Obolon need points from every match, they won’t shut up shop completely, but will look to exploit the spaces that inevitably appear when the Miners attack aggressively.

• Over two goals have been scored in Shakhtar’s last six matches.
• Both teams have scored in five of the last six matches.
• Obolon are winless in their last nine matches.
• Obolon have conceded first in six of their last seven games.
• In their last ten head-to-heads, Shakhtar have dominated with eight wins, while Obolon have only managed two.
• The first-round match between these sides ended in a 6-0 rout for Shakhtar.

• Shakhtar: Fesyun - Azarovi, Bondar, Ghram, Henrique - Nazaryna, Marlon Gomes, Tsukanov - Shved, Obah, Meirelles
• Obolon: Marchenko - Polegenko, Zhovtenko, Semenov, Feshchenko - Bychek, Chekh, Moroz, Medynskyi - Liakh, Nesterenko

We’re in for a classic cat-and-mouse encounter, with the role of the cat played by the unmotivated but talented champions’ reserves, and the mouse by the highly motivated underdog. Shakhtar will almost certainly find the net thanks to the individual skill of their young prospects, but the experimental lineup and lack of pressure will almost certainly lead to defensive errors that Obolon can capitalize on. Both teams will look for joy in attack, which should lead to plenty of goals. My prediction: Over 2.5 goals.

NEC FC secured a 1-0 victory over Kitara in their last game, extending their unbeaten run to 6 games. In the game, Richard Basangwa scored the only goal to give NEC FC the victory in the 52nd minute. They have been in hot form, unbeaten in their last six games. In all these matches, they have kept a clean sheet across the six games, scoring four times. Playing at home, they have been unbeaten since the start of the season, having won 13 games. They sit 5th in the league standings with 48 points from 27 matches, scoring 27 goals and conceding 16.

Buhimba continued their poor run, suffering a 2-0 loss in their last game against Express. The loss has now extended their losing run to ten straight games. Not only that, they found the back of the net only once, which was so disappointing, and they conceded 22 goals. Playing away from home, they have lost nine of their last ten games. They sit 16th in the league standings with 15 points from 27 games, scoring 16 goals and conceding 58.

• NEC FC have not scored 2 goals in each of their last 7 games.

• Buhimba scored once in their last ten games.

• Neither team’s head-to-head games have seen more than one goal.

With the look of things, this game will see fewer goals because of the form of both sides in front of the net. Buhimba has scored once in their last 10 games, and NEC FC have not seen two goals in each of their last 7. Not only that, but neither of them has scored two goals in any of their head-to-head series. Therefore, my prediction is under 3.5 goals at odds of 1.40 at 1xBet.

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NBE come into this game as one of the most resilient teams in the relegation group: after nine rounds, they sit second with 43 points. They have picked up real momentum in recent weeks, defeating Future 2-1, Kahraba Ismailia 3-1, and FC ZED 2-1, before a goalless draw against Ismaily in the previous round slightly slowed their run of high-scoring victories.

NBE are especially impressive at home: four wins, one draw, and just one defeat in their last six matches at their own ground. They are adept at controlling possession, prefer building up through positional attacks, and rarely descend into chaos, methodically probing for weaknesses in the opposition's defense.

Petrogjet Suez are lower down in fifth with 38 points, but they are by no means pushovers. In their last outing, they drew 2-2 with Wadi Degla, previously beat Ittihad Alexandria 2-1, lost narrowly to Ismaily 0-1, and shared the spoils 1-1 with Ghazl El Mahalla.

The visitors’ hallmark is their high draw rate and ability to survive tough, scrappy matches. Away from home, Petrogjet have lost just once in their last six, but have also only managed one win - so their game is more about calculated patience and seizing moments rather than outright dominance.

• NBE have won four of their last six home games across all competitions.
• Petrogjet Suez have drawn eight of their 15 away matches this season.
• In their first meeting this season, NBE beat Petrogjet Suez 3-0 away from home.

NBE look stronger in current form, league position, and home performance. The hosts have more control, a higher tempo in ball progression, and a much better balance between attack and defense. Still, this won’t be a walk in the park against Petrogjet. The visitors know how to slow the game down, battle for second balls, and disrupt the opponent’s rhythm. Their away record suggests a cautious scenario. NBE are closer to victory, but Petrogjet are organized enough to snatch a point from Cairo.

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• Brest are winless in their last seven matches: two draws and five defeats.
• Brest have failed to keep a clean sheet in seven consecutive matches.
• Strasbourg are without a win in four straight games: one draw and three defeats.
• Strasbourg have also gone seven matches in a row without keeping a clean sheet.
• In 29% of their matches this season, Strasbourg have scored in both halves.
• Brest have lost 27% of their matches this season without scoring, while Strasbourg have done so in 14%.
• Brest defeated Strasbourg 2-1 in their previous head-to-head meeting.

Brest currently sit in the lower half of the table, occupying 12th place in the Ligue 1 standings. After 32 rounds, they have collected 38 points and hold a seven-point cushion over the relegation zone. With only two matches remaining in the campaign, Brest are certain to preserve their place in France’s top flight. That said, the team’s recent form has been far from convincing, with seven matches without a victory.

Strasbourg are also going through a difficult spell. The side are winless in five consecutive matches and have managed just one victory in their last seven outings. They currently occupy eighth place in the Ligue 1 table and no longer have a realistic chance of breaking into the European qualification spots. The team have 38 points after 32 rounds and trail seventh place by seven points and sixth by nine. With only two matches left to play, overturning that deficit is clearly beyond reach.

• Brest: Coudert; Chotard, Chardonnet, Le Guen, Guindo; Tousart; Del Castillo, Balde, Magnetti, Labeau; Ajorque
• Strasbourg: Penders; Doue, Hogsberg, Chilwell; Enciso, Oyedele, Luis, Ouattara; Amo-Ameyaw, Moreira, Godo

Neither side has anything tangible left to fight for this season, so I expect an open and entertaining contest. My pick for this one is both teams to score.

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Espanyol are going through a prolonged crisis, which has evolved from a simple bad run into a direct threat of relegation. The Catalans haven’t won in 18 straight rounds, and in their last outing against Sevilla, they squandered a late lead after the 80th minute and lost 1-2, despite coming close to a long-awaited breakthrough.

Espanyol’s problem is twofold: the defense continues to make costly mistakes, while the attack has been virtually silent since the spring break. Over the last six rounds, the Catalans have scored just twice, failing to break down either Levante or Real Madrid at home, and suspensions to Calero and Dolan further limit the coaching staff’s options.

Athletic are far from their best either, but their league position still leaves room for a late push towards Europe. Ernesto Valverde’s side recently staged a dramatic comeback in the Basque derby with Alavés, winning 4-2 thanks to three goals after the 70th minute, but then slipped up at home against Valencia with a 0-1 defeat, once again highlighting their inconsistency.

The visitors’ main personnel loss is Nico Williams, sidelined with a hamstring injury, and his absence significantly reduces their threat on the flanks. There are also questions about defensive reliability: Athletic rarely keep clean sheets, and in La Liga away matches, they’ve only managed shutouts against Elche and Levante.

• Espanyol: Dmitrovic, Romero, Cabrera, Riedel, El Hilali, Exposito, Gonzalez, Milla, Terrats, Saez, Fernandez.
• Athletic: Simon, Gorosabel, Alvarez, Vivian, Berchiche, Jaureguizar, Rego, Navarro, Sancet, Williams, Guruzeta.

• Espanyol haven’t won in La Liga since late December, when they beat Athletic 2-1.
• Both teams have scored in the last four head-to-head matches between Espanyol and Athletic.
• Athletic have kept a clean sheet in just one of their last 25 matches in all competitions.

Espanyol are in a tough psychological spot: they’ve waited far too long for a win, and each new defeat drags them closer to the relegation zone. At home, the Catalans need to play more boldly, as draws no longer guarantee survival like they used to. Athletic have a higher-quality squad and remain motivated by European ambitions, but their away defense is simply too vulnerable to trust them for a clear win. Expect a tense match with mutual mistakes and goals at both ends.

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Villarreal is enjoying a season that already deserves to be written into club history: Marcelino’s side is closing in on third place - a major breakthrough for a club from a small town. In their last nine league outings, the Yellow Submarine has lost only once - to Girona, 0-1 - and drew 1-1 in their previous match against a highly motivated Mallorca.

On home turf, Villarreal looks especially formidable: 14 wins in 17 home matches and a streak of six consecutive home victories show a team that not only dominates but also consistently puts opponents away. Marcelino has no significant squad issues, so we can expect the strongest possible lineup at La Cerámica with Mikautadze, Gerard Moreno, and Pedraza starting from the off.

Sevilla have come alive at the most crucial moment of the season: wins over Espanyol (2-1) and Real Sociedad (1-0) have lifted Luis García’s team to 13th place, giving them a three-point cushion above the drop zone. Earlier, there was also a spectacular home win against Atlético Madrid (2-1), but the key detail is that all these surges happened at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán.

On the road, the Nervionenses have been far less convincing, with three defeats in three away matches under Luis García highlighting this issue. The coaching staff has already found a core lineup with Suazo, Salas, Castrín, Carmona, Gudelj, and Agoumé, but the defense continues to falter: in the last ten matches, Sevilla has kept just one clean sheet.

• Villarreal: Tenas, Pedraza, Veiga, Navarro, Mourinho, Moleiro, Parejo, Comesaña, Pepe, Mikautadze, Moreno.
• Sevilla: Vlachodimos, Ángel Carmona, Castrín, Salas, Suazo, Vargas, Gudelj, Agoumé, Ejuke, Maupay, Adams.

• Villarreal have won 14 out of 17 home league games and come into this match on a run of six consecutive home victories.
• Five of the last six head-to-heads between Villarreal and Sevilla have seen over 2.5 goals scored.
• Sevilla have won their last two La Liga matches, but have lost all three away games under Luis García.

Villarreal look like a team with a clear structure, better form, and a powerful home advantage. For the hosts, this isn’t just another match—it’s a chance to move closer to officially locking up third place, so their motivation will be at least as high as Sevilla’s, who are fighting for survival. The visitors are capable of putting up a fight and finding the net with individual attacking moments, but their away vulnerability and shaky defense are a bad combination against Villarreal’s attacking efficiency at La Cerámica.

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Al Ittihad enters this showdown against Tala'ea El-Gaish in a difficult situation. The club has endured an inconsistent season and remains embroiled in the battle to avoid relegation from the Egyptian Premier League.

The gap from the drop zone is far from comfortable—just two points separate them from danger, and only four matches remain in the campaign. For the Alexandria side, every fixture down the stretch takes on huge strategic significance.

The hosts' recent results highlight their main issue: a lack of attacking firepower. In the last few rounds, Al Ittihad drew with Modern Sport, suffered defeats to Petrojet and Wadi Degla, but managed to snatch crucial points against Arab Contractors.

The team tries to play more aggressively down the flanks and applies pressure on set pieces. The central midfield is pivotal to their structure, as the hosts emphasize physical duels and relentless off-the-ball work. However, their struggles in positional attacks have been a persistent problem all season long.

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Tala'ea El-Gaish, on the other hand, are enjoying a more stable campaign and approach matchday 36 sitting mid-table. While they haven't yet completely secured their top-flight status, their chances remain solid.

The visitors' main strength this season has been their organized play off the ball. In recent rounds, they've produced confident performances—defeating Ghazl El-Mahalla, drawing with Haras El Hodoud and Modern Sport, and only narrowly losing to Kahraba Ismailia in a tense encounter.

The team prioritizes compactness between the lines and quick transitions after interceptions. Away from home, they play especially cautiously, avoiding overcommitting numbers forward. This approach has made Tala'ea El-Gaish one of the most frustrating teams for opponents, who often struggle to break down their packed defense.

However, the visitors' main weakness is also their scoring output. The team rarely shines in attack and often relies on one or two decisive moments per game. That's why most matches involving Tala'ea El-Gaish are tight, low-scoring affairs.

• Al Ittihad are winless in their last five matches.
• El-Gaish have kept clean sheets in their last three outings.
• Al Ittihad average 0.9 goals per home game, while El-Gaish average 0.5 goals per away match.

• Al Ittihad: Gennesh, Mahmoud, Alaa, Ibrahim, Mohamed, Isaac, Dunga, Afsha, Eid, Magdy, Farid.
• Tala'ea El-Gaish: Radwan, Awad, Alaa, Camacho, Tarek, Hamdi, Mostafa, Tarek, Keita, Mohareb, Hatem.

Six of the last eight head-to-head clashes between these sides in Alexandria have ended in draws.

This game shapes up as a classic standoff between two well-drilled, cautious teams. Al Ittihad will look to capitalize on home advantage and flank play, while Tala'ea El-Gaish are likely to rely on their compact defense and swift counterattacks. Don't expect a goal fest—betting on under 2 total goals looks like a sound choice.

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Gençlerbirliği have been the revelation of the tournament, especially after their 2-0 triumph over Galatasaray in the Turkish Cup semifinals. In league play, though, it’s been a very different story: the club remains embroiled in a relegation scrap, although a recent 3-2 win over Kasımpaşa showcased their attacking audacity and energy.

The key question for Gençlerbirliği: can they carry their cup bravery into the final without freezing under the spotlight? They’ve recorded three wins and three losses in their last six matches, and while results have been inconsistent, the Ankara side has already proved in big games that they don’t fear the favorites.

Trabzonspor arrive at the final with superior squad depth and experience, but without a sense of complete invincibility. They edged out Beşiktaş 2-1 in their last league fixture, but before that had endured a string of draws and defeats: 1-1 with Göztepe, 1-2 against Konyaspor, a goalless draw with Samsunspor in the Cup, and 1-1 versus Başakşehir.

Trabzonspor’s main attacking weapon is Paul Onuachu, who’s netted 24 goals in 33 official matches and remains a player capable of deciding the outcome with a single touch. However, the favorite’s defense has not always been reliable: clean sheets are rare, and in their head-to-head this season Gençlerbirliği managed to put four past them.

• Both teams have scored in five of the last six meetings between Gençlerbirliği and Trabzonspor.
• In this season’s league encounter, Gençlerbirliği beat Trabzonspor in a thrilling 4-3 shootout.
• Trabzonspor have seen both teams score in five of their last six matches.

Gençlerbirliği have already crossed the point where anyone can write them off as accidental finalists: the win over Galatasaray cemented their status as a dangerous cup underdog. However, their defensive solidity is far from perfect, and against Trabzonspor’s higher-quality attack, that’s almost certain to result in chances conceded. Trabzonspor are clear favorites on paper, but their back line leaves opponents too much space to confidently back a clean-sheet victory. Expect a nervy, open final — with both teams finding the net looking like the most logical outcome.

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• Inter are unbeaten in their last nine matches.
• Lazio have lost just one of their last five games.
• Lazio have failed to keep a clean sheet in four consecutive matches.
• Inter have scored at least once in each of their last nine matches.
• Inter have scored in both halves in 52% of their matches this season.
• Inter have won 44% of their matches this season without conceding, while Lazio have done so in 28%.
• Inter have lost without scoring in just 6% of their matches, compared to Lazio’s 28%.
• Inter last won the Coppa Italia in 2023, while Lazio last lifted the trophy in 2019.
• In the most recent meeting between the two sides, Inter thrashed Lazio 3-0.

Just a few days ago, these two sides faced off in Serie A, with Inter cruising to a commanding 3-0 victory. However, that was a league fixture that carried little significance at this stage of the season. This time, with the Coppa Italia on the line, the stakes are far greater.

Lazio began their cup run in the Round of 16, where they edged past AC Milan 1-0 in a tightly contested affair. They then overcame Bologna in a penalty shootout before facing Atalanta in the semi-finals. The first leg ended 2-2, the second finished 1-1, and once again Lazio held their nerve from the spot to seal progression.

Inter also entered the competition at the Round of 16 stage, where they dismantled Venezia 5-1. They followed that up with a 2-1 win over Torino before meeting Como in the semi-finals. The first leg ended goalless, but Inter edged the return fixture 3-2 to book their place in the final.

As for Serie A, Lazio currently sit ninth in the standings with 51 points after 36 matches. Inter, meanwhile, have already wrapped up the league title, sitting comfortably on 85 points from 36 games.

• Lazio: Motta; Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Tavares; Basic, Patric, Taylor; Isaksen, Noslin, Zaccagni
• Inter Milan: J. Martinez; Bisseck, Akanji, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Zielinski, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Thuram, L. Martinez

I expect a spectacular Coppa Italia final, one that will deliver both drama and goals. My pick for this encounter is over 2.5 total goals.

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• Manchester City are unbeaten in their last eight matches, recording seven wins and one draw.
• Manchester City’s scoring streak now stands at ten matches.
• Crystal Palace have suffered just one defeat in their last four matches.
• Manchester City boast the best attack in the Premier League, with 72 goals scored.
• City have kept a clean sheet in 38% of their league matches this season, while Palace have done so in 21%.
• Manchester City have scored in both halves in 36% of their league games this season, compared to Crystal Palace’s 25%.
• Crystal Palace have conceded in each of their last five matches.
• Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 3-0 in the most recent meeting between the sides.

Manchester City continue their pursuit of the league leaders. They currently sit second in the table with 74 points from 35 matches, trailing top spot by five points while still holding a game in hand. Even if the Citizens beat Palace, however, it would not guarantee them first place. They will still need Arsenal to slip up in one of their final two fixtures. City brushed aside Brentford 3-0 in their most recent outing, although that followed a thrilling 3-3 draw against Everton.

Crystal Palace, meanwhile, remain in the lower half of the standings and are entering the final stretch of their campaign. They have collected 44 points from 35 matches, with just three rounds left to play. Their cushion above the relegation zone stands at eight points, meaning the Eagles have not yet mathematically secured their Premier League status. The side need either a win or a draw in at least one of their remaining matches to officially confirm survival in the top flight.

• Manchester City: Donnarumma; Nunes, Khusanov, Guehi, O’Reilly; Gonzalez, Bernardo; Semenyo, Cherki, Doku; Haaland
• Crystal Palace: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Riad; Munoz, Hughes, Wharton, Mitchell; Pino, Sarr; Mateta

Manchester City will clearly do everything possible to claim all three points here. I expect Guardiola’s side to go all out for victory, and my pick is Manchester City over 2.5 team goals.

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Lens have already booked their Champions League spot and effectively wrapped up a silver finish, but Pierre Sage’s men have had a nervier run-in than they would have liked. The “Blood and Gold” suffered a derby hammering against Lille (0-3), then clawed back a 0-3 deficit against Brest, failed to beat Nice, and only just edged past Nantes thanks to a goal from 16-year-old Mezyan Soares right after coming on.

The key argument for Lens is their home strength: at Bollaert-Delelis, they’ve won 14 out of 16 league matches, beating the likes of Marseille, Rennes, and Lille. Their squad situation, however, is far from ideal: Saud Abdulhamid, Florian Thauvin, and Allan Saint-Maximin are all out, but Adrien Thomasson and Mamadou Sangare return to bolster the midfield.

PSG are champions in all but name, with only an extraordinary scenario able to deny them top spot. In the last round, Luis Enrique rotated heavily against Brest, and the second string struggled to break down the opposition until the leaders came on after halftime and Desire Doue netted the winner.

PSG’s priority is crystal clear now - preserving freshness and fitness ahead of the Champions League final, making large-scale rotation almost inevitable. The Parisians are dealing with a few minor absences: Hakimi, Nuno Mendes, Pacho, and Zaïre-Emery are in the treatment room, while regulars like Marquinhos, Dembélé, and Fabián Ruiz could all get minutes from the start.

• Lens: Risser, Sarr, Baidoo, Ghanjou, Udol, Thomasson, Sangare, Sima, Said, Sotoca, Edouard.
• PSG: Bellucci, Marquinhos, Zabarnyi, Meulu, Hernandez, Beraldo, Fernandez, Ruiz, Kang-In, Barcola, Dembélé.

• Lens have won 14 of 16 home league games at Bollaert-Delelis this season.
• PSG have beaten Lens in six of their last seven head-to-head meetings.
• Four of the last five encounters between Lens and PSG have seen fewer than three goals scored.

Lens are capable of making life difficult for PSG with a tight, emotional and awkward style - especially at home, where Pierre Sage’s side have looked elite for much of the season. But injuries in attack lower the hosts’ ceiling, and recent games have shown that even a silver finish hasn’t spared the “Blood and Gold” from lapses. PSG won’t be playing at full throttle, but even with rotation, the Parisians have the quality to control the tempo and prevent Lens from mounting a full-scale siege. An cautious, risk-averse match where both teams get the result they need for the table seems like the logical scenario.

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Lazio received a worrying wake-up call right before the final: Maurizio Sarri’s men lost 0-3 to Inter on this very pitch in Serie A’s 36th round. The defeat was painful not just in terms of the scoreline but also in the manner it happened — the Romans looked far too passive against the very opponent they’ll soon face for the trophy.

But a final is a completely different emotional battleground, especially for Lazio, as victory would not only bring the Coppa Italia but also guarantee a spot in European competition. Sarri is expected to return Nuno Tavares, Kenneth Taylor, and Gustav Isaksen to the starting XI, while the backing of the Olimpico crowd could be a crucial factor: the last time Lazio played a cup final here, they beat Atalanta 2-0.

Inter come into the match as Serie A champions with a clear objective — to claim a second domestic trophy this season. Cristian Chivu’s side already tested Lazio in Rome and came away with a commanding 3-0 win, showing focus and never seeming to hold anything back for the final.

The main challenge for the Nerazzurri is personnel: Hakan Çalhanoğlu hasn’t recovered, and Marcus Thuram’s injury deprives Inter of one of their most dangerous attacking duos. Still, the squad looks formidable — after a 5-2 demolition of Roma, Inter have caught fire, netting 22 goals in just seven games thanks to contributions from nine different players.

• Lazio: Motta, Tavares, Romagnoli, Hila, Marušić, Dele-Bashiru, Taylor, Bašić, Zaccagni, Maldini, Isaksen.
• Inter: Sommer, Bisseck, Akanji, Bastoni, Dumfries, Barella, Zieliński, Sučić, Dimarco, Martínez, Bonny.

• Six of the last seven meetings between Lazio and Inter have seen over 2.5 goals.
• Inter have won seven of their last ten encounters with Lazio.
• Their most recent head-to-head before the final ended in a 3-0 Inter win at the Olimpico.

Lazio are sure to play with more grit and passion than in their recent league defeat, as Sarri’s men are fighting for their entire season. Home advantage, cup motivation, and the return of key players should help the Romans avoid a repeat of last week’s collapse. Still, Inter currently look like the more complete and composed side: their structure is better, their attacking options are deeper, and their resilience is clear. Even without Thuram and Çalhanoğlu, the Nerazzurri have what it takes to punish Lazio’s mistakes and wrap up a domestic double.

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Manchester City approach this game with a clear objective — to close the gap on Arsenal once again and crank up the pressure in the title race. After a gut-wrenching 3-3 draw with Everton, Pep Guardiola’s side quickly regrouped and brushed past Brentford 3-0, proving that the slip-up hadn’t knocked them off their stride.

However, City do have one crucial nuance: in just a few days, they face Chelsea in the cup final, so Guardiola may be considering squad rotation and the fitness of his key players. Khusanov, Gvardiol, and Rodri are close to returning, but whether they’re ready for a full match remains uncertain — meaning squad depth could once again be one of the hosts’ hidden aces.

Crystal Palace are under little pressure in the league: they’re comfortably clear of the relegation zone, and any hope of qualifying for European competition via the Premier League is all but gone. After a 2-1 win over Shakhtar in the Conference League semi-final, Oliver Glasner’s men drew 2-2 with Everton, extending their winless run in the league to three matches.

Right now, the upcoming European final in Leipzig is Palace’s bigger priority, so this trip to Manchester could be a test of their balance between pragmatism and the desire to claim another eye-catching result. The return of Ghesan, Sosa, and Doucouré to training gives the coaching staff more options, but Palace’s away form has dipped: since late December, they’ve managed just two away wins in the league.

• Manchester City: Donnarumma, Guehi, Khusanov, O’Riley, Luis, Silva, Gonzalez, Doku, Cherki, Semenyo, Haaland.
• Crystal Palace: Henderson, Richards, Lacroix, Riad, Muñoz, Hughes, Wharton, Mitchell, Pino, Sarr, Mateta.

• In the first league meeting this season, Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 3-0.
• Both teams have scored in five of the last seven encounters between these sides in Manchester.
• Ten of the last eleven meetings between City and Palace have seen at least four goals scored.

Manchester City are objectively the stronger side, currently in good form, and have a far greater motivation in the standings. Crystal Palace have the ability to cause problems with bold transitions into attack and a decent record at the Etihad, but their priorities are clearly shifting toward the upcoming European final. I expect a match where Palace won’t be completely passive, but the hosts’ class, pressure, and need for victory should see them through.

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• Lens are unbeaten in six consecutive matches.
• PSG are unbeaten in five straight games.
• Head-to-head stats over the last five meetings: Lens – 0 wins, draws – 0, PSG – 5 wins.
• In two of the last five encounters, both teams found the net.

PSG come into this fixture as league leaders, but their advantage over Lens is just three points. PSG also have a game in hand, which gives them a more comfortable position, but that hardly eases the tension ahead of this crucial clash.Lens are enjoying one of their best seasons in recent years, deservedly holding onto second place. The team has been formidable at home—playing with high intensity, pressing aggressively, and regularly causing problems even for the top clubs.

The support of the home crowd is traditionally a massive advantage for Lens, and in a match of this magnitude, the atmosphere promises to be red-hot.For Lens, this is a golden opportunity to cut the gap and reignite the title race. Expect them to set a high tempo from the opening whistle, apply relentless pressure, and pack the midfield. It’s crucial for the hosts not to let PSG dictate play or exploit the spaces between the lines.

Despite sitting atop the table, PSG know exactly what’s at stake. A win would significantly strengthen their grip on the title, but a defeat would throw the race wide open again. PSG still boast the league’s most powerful squad and can turn the game on its head thanks to the individual brilliance of their stars. However, away trips to Lens are always among the toughest assignments of the season.

This is set to be a top-level contest filled with intensity, emotion, and tactical intrigue. Lens will try to make life as uncomfortable as possible for the champions, while PSG will look to capitalize on their class and experience. This isn’t just about three points—the outcome could prove to be one of the defining moments of the entire Ligue 1 title battle.

• RC Lens: Risser, Ganiou, Baidoo, Sarr, Sima, Bulatović, Haidara, Udol, Fofana, Saïd, Édouard.
• Paris Saint-Germain: Safonov, Boly, Zabarnyi, Beraldo, Hernández, Lee, Mayulu, Fernández, Mbaye, Ramos, Barcola.

Both teams are in excellent form and chasing the top spots in the league, so don’t expect either side to play it safe. For Lens, this is a chance to close the gap at the top, while PSG are determined to maintain their lead in the title race.The hosts are especially strong at home, where they consistently create plenty of chances even against elite opponents. Lens play with intensity, press high, and attack down the flanks, which will surely lead to opportunities against the Parisians.At the same time, PSG possess one of the league’s most lethal attacks and almost always find a way to score—even in the toughest matches. The individual quality of the visitors means they can create danger from virtually any situation, and with Lens’ defense likely to be under constant pressure, a flawless performance at the back seems unlikely.The stakes are sky-high for both teams, which is another reason to expect an open, emotional game—especially if one team scores first.

Prediction: both teams to score — yes.

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Alavés didn’t crumble after a managerial change; under Quique Sánchez Flores, they’ve picked up ten points in nine matches - a commendable surge for a team in the relegation zone. But with three games to go, the Basques remain 18th, trailing safety by just a single point. Even against the fresh champions, they cannot afford to simply wait for their opponents to slip up.

The main intrigue for the hosts lies in their attacking shape and defensive solidity. Lucas Boyé is sidelined through injury, Toni Martínez should be available, but at the back, Alavés have systemic issues: they haven’t kept a clean sheet in 20 consecutive La Liga matches, and Flores is forced to use full-backs in central defense.

Barcelona arrive as champions: a 2–0 win over Real Madrid in El Clásico sealed the title with three games to spare. Hansi Flick’s side has racked up 11 straight La Liga victories, but after the title parade and celebratory mood, focus becomes as crucial as team selection.

Raphinha has returned from injury but is suspended for this match, while Lamine Yamal remains out. Even so, Flick has plenty of room to rotate: Araújo, Frenkie de Jong, and Christensen could get valuable minutes, and the squad is motivated by the prospect of reaching 100 points and 100 goals for the season.

• Alavés: Sivera, Parada, Tenaglia, Castro, Rebbach, Suárez, Blanco, Ibañez, Pérez, Diabaté, Martínez.
• Barcelona: Garcia, Koundé, Araújo, Garcia, Balde, de Jong, Pedri, Rashford, Gavi, López, Lewandowski.

• Barcelona has won the last six meetings against Alavés.
• Alavés has failed to keep a clean sheet in 20 consecutive La Liga matches.
• Barcelona enters this fixture on an 11-match La Liga winning streak.

Alavés will fight for every inch, as their league position leaves them no other choice: just one point from safety is too close to concede hope. However, the absence of Boyé and chronic defensive issues make the Basques’ task especially tough - even if Barcelona aren’t at their emotional peak. The Catalans have already fulfilled their main mission, but Flick’s side is too well-drilled to suddenly drop their level just because the title is secured. Alavés may find a goal through sheer motivation and urgency, but the visitors’ class should ultimately prevail.

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Getafe remain in the hunt for European football, but the form of José Bordalás’s team is raising more and more questions. In their last five league matches, the “Azulones” have just one win and a single goal scored. The most recent 0-0 draw against already relegated Real Oviedo was particularly alarming: even with a two-man advantage on the pitch, Getafe couldn’t break through.

The main issue for the hosts is a near-total lack of attacking sharpness, meaning Bordalás’s trademark tough football just isn’t delivering results. There are solid performers like Soria, Duarte, Djené, Iglesias, Milla, and Arambarri, but up front it’s all too reliant on the occasional flashes from Luis Vázquez, with no consistent goal threat in sight.

Mallorca, under Martín Demichelis, look more organized and spirited than anyone could have expected in such a tense run-in. The “Islanders” have lost just two of nine matches under the Argentine, and after a 2-1 defeat to Alavés, they bounced back with an away win over Girona (1-0) and a valuable point against Villarreal (1-1).

The visitors do have some defensive absences: Raíllo, Mateo Josep, and Mojica will be unavailable, leaving the left flank and defensive depth exposed. But the key thing is this: Mallorca have scored in every match since early March, going nine games in a row without being shut out, and against this current Getafe side, a single accurate shot might well be enough.

• Getafe: Soria, Davinchi, Romero, Duarte, Abkar, Iglesias, Arambarri, Djené, Milla, Satriano, Vázquez.
• Mallorca: Román, Sánchez, Valjent, Mascarell, Lato, Costa, Darder, Morlanes, Torre, Muriqi, Luvumbo.

• Getafe have scored just one goal in their last five league outings.
• Mallorca are unbeaten in five of their last six head-to-head meetings with Getafe.
• In seven of the last ten encounters between these sides, both teams have not scored.

Getafe can still dream of Europe, but right now that dream is based more on the league table than on their actual performances. Bordalás’s team remains awkward, gritty, and physically tough, but without goals, this style quickly turns into a battle for a draw rather than for victory. Mallorca aren’t perfect away from home, but under Demichelis, they’ve become more disciplined and consistently create chances even against strong opponents. In a match against a side that has almost forgotten how to score, backing the pragmatic success of the visitors looks justified.

Deportivo Alavés come into this match in a very difficult situation. In their last game, they played a 1-1 draw away against Elche, while before that they suffered a 2-4 home defeat against Athletic Bilbao. Overall, Alavés have managed just one win in their last six matches and only two victories in their previous fourteen games across all competitions.

This poor run of form has dropped the team into 18th place in the standings. Alavés are currently one point behind Girona, who also have a game in hand, which makes every remaining fixture extremely important in their battle for survival.

At home, Alavés have been fairly balanced this season with 6 wins, 6 draws, and 5 defeats. However, defensive problems have become a major concern. The team have conceded in 17 consecutive matches, although they still manage to score regularly. In fact, both teams have scored in all of Alavés’ last 9 matches, and 6 of the previous 7 games ended with over 2.5 goals.

Recent home meetings against Barcelona are also a worrying trend for Alavés, as they have lost their last three home matches against the Catalan side.

Barcelona arrive in excellent form after already securing the La Liga title in the previous round. They confirmed their championship status with a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid in El Clásico, extending their winning streak to six consecutive matches. Overall, Barcelona have won 10 of their last 11 games.

In the league table, Barcelona sit comfortably in 1st place with a 14-point lead. They also boast the best attack in La Liga with 91 goals scored, alongside the strongest defense in the league, having conceded just 31 times.

Barcelona are known for starting matches aggressively and have opened the scoring in their last 6 consecutive games. Against Alavés, they also hold a dominant record, remaining unbeaten in 17 straight meetings and winning 8 of the last 10 encounters. They have also scored in 20 consecutive matches against this opponent.

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• Deportivo Alavés have failed to win in 12 of their last 14 matches
• In 11 of Deportivo Alavés’ last 12 matches, both teams scored
• Barcelona have won 10 of their last 11 matches
• Barcelona have scored first in their last 6 matches
• Barcelona have won 7 of the last 8 head-to-head meetings

Alavés come into this match with maximum motivation, as they are still fighting to secure their place in La Liga and urgently need points. However, their defensive instability and long winless run make this a very difficult challenge against the league champions. Barcelona, meanwhile, are in excellent form and playing with confidence after sealing the title. Even with possible squad rotation, their attacking quality and overall structure remain significantly stronger than most opponents in the league. Considering Alavés’ defensive struggles, Barcelona’s attacking consistency, and the historical dominance in this matchup, the visitors are expected to control the game. At the same time, Alavés’ need for points and Barcelona’s more relaxed situation after winning the title increase the likelihood of an open match with chances at both ends. Recommended bet: Over 2.5 goals — 1.50

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Pat Noonan’s Cincinnati are in a turbulent patch: they sit sixth in the table and have the league’s worst record for red cards (five send-offs in 12 rounds). The team has scored in nine consecutive matches, but their defense remains a glaring weakness—27 goals conceded says it all. In the last round against Charlotte (2-2), the attack was spearheaded by Evander and Kevin Denkey, who will again pose the main threat to Miami’s goal.

Inter Miami in 2026 look like a points-gathering machine. Lionel Messi recently celebrated his 100th appearance for the club, simultaneously becoming the fastest player in MLS history to reach 100 goal contributions (goals + assists) in just 64 regular-season matches. In the latest game against Toronto (4-2), Messi once again left the pitch with a goal and two assists. The team leads the league in both possession and goals scored, remaining unbeaten in their last seven away fixtures.

Tactically, this promises to be an open contest. Cincinnati always play on the front foot at home, while Miami under Ojos expertly exploit open spaces on the counterattack. Considering the hosts’ problems at the heart of defense and the current form of the visitors’ attacking trio, we’re almost certain to see goals from both sides.

Cincinnati: Celentano – Smith, Miazga, Robinson – Bucha, Valenzuela, Evander, Nwobodo, Ramirez – Dem, DenkeyInter: St. Clair – Mura, Falcon, Lujan, Reguilon – De Paul, Ruiz, Segovia – Messi, Suarez, Silvetti

• The last five meetings have yielded two wins each and one draw
• Cincinnati are unbeaten in six matches: four draws and two wins, but have conceded in five of them
• Inter have conceded in eight of their last ten games, winning only four and losing one

Given the head-to-head history and the shaky defenses on both sides, I expect a high-scoring clash. My prediction: over 3 total goals at 1.85

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This clash is critical for both teams, but for very different reasons: the hosts are fighting desperately for survival, sitting 13th—just two points above the relegation playoff zone—while the visitors are eighth, looking to secure a top-8 finish and qualify for the prestigious MTN8 tournament.

Under the guidance of Kwanele Kopo, Chippa United have displayed a highly inconsistent run of form, alternating rare victories with frustrating losing streaks. In the previous round, they managed to snatch a 1-1 draw away at TS Galaxy, allowing them to maintain a small cushion over the relegation zone. The attacking hopes rest on the experienced Eva Nga and the creativity of Sinoxolo Kwayiba, but poor defensive displays (42 goals conceded) remain the coaching staff's main headache. The "Chilli Boys" are traditionally aggressive at home, striving to make the most of their crowd support, but this season they have claimed just 5 wins in 28 matches, making their position extremely vulnerable.

Golden Arrows are enjoying a solid season, staying in the top half of the table thanks to disciplined midfield play. In their most recent match against Polokwane City (0-0), the "Arrows" had the upper hand but failed to convert their chances, extending their winless streak to two matches. The team's creative engine is Nduduzo Sibiya, through whom most attacking moves flow, while the main threat up front is Junior Dion, who is in the race for the league's top scorer title with 13 goals. The Durban side has become one of the best counter-attacking teams in the league in 2026, making them particularly dangerous away from home.

Tactically, this match is expected to be tight and cautious, especially from the hosts, for whom avoiding defeat is absolutely crucial. Chippa United will likely concede possession and look for opportunities from set pieces and long balls to the powerful Eva Nga. Golden Arrows, by contrast, will aim to dominate possession and use the pace of their wide attackers to stretch the opposition's defense. With so much at stake in the closing stages of the season, don't expect a goal fest—both sides are likely to prioritize defensive solidity over taking unnecessary risks in attack.

Chippa: Nwabali — Kammies, Modise, Makhele, Ntsabo — Mosele, Konqobe — Kwayiba, Matrose, Figuareido — Eva NgaGolden Arrows: Maova — Phillips, Shitolo, Mantshiyane, Cele — Dlamini, Dube, Ndwandwe — Sibiya, Dion, Mutizwa

• Three draws and two Chippa United wins in their last five meetings
• Chippa have won just one of their last ten matches, losing five. The team has conceded in eight of those games
• Golden Arrows are unbeaten in five: two wins and three draws

I believe both teams are capable of producing a high-scoring encounter: Chippa look shaky at the back, while Golden Arrows have shown real attacking prowess. My prediction: total goals over 1.5 at 1.42 odds

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Under Daniele Thioune, Werder in 2026 has stuck to its trademark free-flowing style. The team scores plenty, but defensive lapses remain an issue—especially against sides with pace on the wings. In their last five home games, Bremen have found the net at least once each time, thrilling fans with high-intensity pressing. This upcoming fixture is a chance for Werder to finish the season in style and maybe climb the final standings.

Borussia Dortmund have secured second place this season. After reaching the 2024 Champions League final, the squad underwent a partial rebuild, focusing on integrating young midfield talent. By May 2026, Dortmund have hit their stride, excelling in both positional attacks and set pieces. They push forward relentlessly but are also prone to defensive slip-ups, which has cost the "Black and Yellows" four defeats in their last ten games.

Tactically, expect a clash of two attacking philosophies. Werder won't sit back, providing Dortmund with the space they need for rapid transitions. Dortmund will look to take control from the first whistle to minimize the risk of conceding to Bremen, who can punish even a moment’s lapse inside the box.

Werder: Backhaus – Pieper, Friedl, Coulibaly – Sugawara, Puertas, Lynen, Deman – Stage, Schmid – MilosevicBorussia D: Kobel – Reggiani, Anton, Schlotterbeck – Ryerson, Sabitzer, Bellingham, Svensson – Brandt, Beier – Guirassy

• In the last five encounters, Borussia have claimed three wins and two draws
• Werder have won just one of their last six matches, conceding in every game and losing four times
• Borussia have won six of their last ten, lost four, and conceded in seven of those matches

Both teams have achieved their seasonal goals, so I’m expecting classic German action with plenty of goals. My prediction: total over (3) at 1.57

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Under Rubi's guidance, Almeria have become the division's most prolific attacking side in 2026, already netting 78 goals. However, in the previous round, the team unexpectedly stumbled in Burgos (0-0), unable to break down a packed defensive line despite dominating the game. Sergio Arribas remains the talisman in attack, enjoying a standout season and vying for the league's Player of the Year honors. At home, Almeria play with relentless aggression, seeking to overwhelm opponents in the opening 20 minutes, but defensive gaps do appear at times—something the visitors' skillful midfielders will look to exploit.

Las Palmas come into this fixture on the back of a demoralizing 5-1 defeat to Andorra last matchday. The Canary Islanders traditionally rely on ball control and positional play, with Manu Fuster leading the club’s scoring charts this campaign. Crucially, Las Palmas have tightened up defensively this season, conceding just 37 goals—one of the best records among the league's frontrunners. This away trip will be a true test of their maturity, as a victory here would all but guarantee them a playoff spot.

Tactically, expect a fascinating clash of football philosophies. Almeria favor direct, vertical play with lightning-fast transitions from defense to attack down the flanks, where Soko and Melamed are particularly dangerous. Las Palmas, on the other hand, will look to slow the tempo and drag Almeria into a midfield battle, using the intelligence of Maximo Perrone to orchestrate play. The outcome will largely hinge on whether the visitors’ holding midfield can keep Arribas’ creativity at bay and avoid the one-on-one breakaways that are Almeria’s trademark at home.

Almeria: Iribarne — Chirino, Nelson Monte, Munoz, Bonini — Lopy, Gui Guedes — Soko, Arribas, Melamed — ThalysLas Palmas: Valles — Marvin Park, Alex Suarez, Mika Marmol, Sergi Cardona — Perrone, Kirian, Loiodice — Munir, Manu Fuster, Sandro

• In the last five meetings: two Almeria wins, one Las Palmas win, and two draws
• Almeria have won six of their last ten matches, losing three times
• Las Palmas have claimed six wins and suffered four defeats in their last ten games, conceding in seven of those

Expect a tense, cagey match with few clear-cut chances. My prediction: total goals under 3 at 1.65

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Alexandria are having an extremely tough end to the season: the team sits 15th with 13 points and has won just two matches from 27 in the league. The final stretch only deepens the crisis — a 1-2 loss to Polissya, a home 0-3 against Kolos, a 1-1 draw with Epicentr, and another 0-3 against Veres show that the team isn't just dropping points, but is structurally collapsing on a regular basis.

The main issue for Alexandria is their utter powerlessness in attack at home and the constant mistakes at the back. In their last five home UPL matches, they haven’t scored a single goal and have lost all five, while their streak of conceding in the league has now reached 20 consecutive games. With such a trend, even the Nika factor stops being an advantage: opponents quickly figure out where the gaps are in the hosts’ defense.

Zorya approach this clash with a much more businesslike mindset: Luhansk are eighth with 39 points and maintain the image of a team capable of playing boldly even away from home. In recent rounds, they drew 1-1 with Metalist 1925, beat Rukh 2-1 away, handled Veres 2-0, and previously lost to Shakhtar (1-2) and Dynamo (1-3) — a tough schedule, but their scoring form holds steady.

Zorya have their vulnerabilities too: away from home, they rarely keep a clean sheet, and in recent away matches, their defense has almost always given the opponent chances. But the key detail is this — Luhansk have scored in 11 straight league matches, frequently get into the box, and create far more dangerous attacks than Alexandria. Against a side that hasn’t scored at home for a long time, that may be enough to control the result.

• Alexandria: Makarenko, Skorko, Butko, Campos, Bekhiratche, Vlasyuk, Sara, Vashchenko, Buletsa, Yade, Castillo
• Zorya Luhansk: Saputin, Vantukh, Esquinha, Janic, Perduta, Kushnirenko, Popara, Basic, Michin, Slesar, Budkovskyi

• The first round between these teams ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw.
• Alexandria have lost their last five home league matches, failing to score a single goal in that run.
• Zorya have scored at least once in 11 consecutive UPL matches.

It's hard to find arguments for the hosts here, apart from the home-ground status and their desperation to avoid relegation. Alexandria have played without reliable defense for far too long, and their goalless home streak points not only to poor finishing but also to problems creating chances. Zorya are inconsistent away and almost always allow opportunities at their own end, but their attacking rhythm is far more convincing. If the visitors seize the initiative early and prevent the match from turning into a nervy scrap, their quality up front should be decisive.

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Under Sotiris Silaidopoulos, Rio Ave currently sits 12th with 35 points. The team is safe from relegation, but the end of the season has been tough—just one win in their last five outings. In the previous round (May 3), Rio Ave played out a goalless draw at home against Gil Vicente (0-0), displaying their trademark defensive resilience. The main issue for "the Big River" is creativity: top scorer Jalen Blesa (6 goals) often finds himself isolated. At home, Rio Ave always tries to make life difficult for the favorites, relying on compactness and sheer determination.

Sporting occupies third place with 76 points, level with Benfica (currently second), but trailing "the Eagles" on tiebreakers. With Porto having officially clinched the title, the fight for the second direct Champions League spot is now Sporting’s top priority. In the last round, Sporting demolished Vitória Guimarães (5-1). Striker Luis Suárez is in phenomenal form, confidently leading the league’s scoring charts with 26 goals. Rui Borges’ men play aggressive attacking football and have scored more than any other team in the league (82 goals).

Tactically, Rio Ave is expected to set up in a low defensive block, aiming to close off space for Sporting’s rapid wingers. The visitors will look to dominate possession from the start, using their creative midfielders to feed Suárez up front.

Sporting right now is a powerhouse, surging toward the Champions League. The gulf in class between the sides is massive, and with motivation sky-high—given their points parity with Benfica—the visitors are all in. Rio Ave can "shut down" games at home, but containing an attack led by Luis Suárez will be a monumental challenge.

Rio Ave: Miszta – Vrousai, Brabrec, Mancha, Abbey – Pohlmann, Ntoi, Nikitscher – Bezerra, Blesa, SpikicSporting: Silva – Vangiannidis, Quaresma, Inacio, Araujo – Braganca, Morita – Goncalves, Trincao, Catamo – Suarez

• Sporting have won all of the last five meetings, with a combined score of 14-2
• Rio Ave have won just one of their last five games, conceding in three of those matches
• Sporting have won only one of their last six matches, drawing four times

I expect a high-scoring encounter, with Sporting showcasing their strengths and claiming a confident victory. My prediction: Sporting Asian handicap (-1.5) at 1.67

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• Benfica are unbeaten in nine consecutive matches.
• Benfica have scored at least one goal in 11 straight games.
• Braga have managed just one win in their last four matches.
• Braga have scored at least once in 12 consecutive matches.
• Benfica boast the second-best attack in the league with 69 goals scored.
• After 32 matches, Benfica have conceded just 22 goals, the second-best defensive record in the division.
• In 45% of their matches this season, Braga have scored in both halves, compared to 36% for Benfica.
• Benfica have won 40% of their matches with a clean sheet, while Braga have done so in 41%.
• Benfica defeated Braga 3-1 in the most recent head-to-head meeting.

Benfica are locked in a fierce battle for second place in the Portuguese league. The Eagles currently sit second, ahead of Sporting only on tiebreakers, with 76 points from 32 matches. Their title hopes are already over, but securing second place remains a realistic target. To do that, they must win their final two matches and maintain control of their own destiny. Benfica head into this fixture in strong form, carrying a nine-match unbeaten streak.

Braga are fourth in the standings and close to mathematically securing that position. They have collected 57 points from 32 matches and hold a five-point advantage over fifth place. With only two rounds remaining, a point from either of their final two matches should be enough to guarantee fourth place, though they could also benefit from a slip-up by their nearest challengers. Braga have lacked consistency of late, winning just once in their previous four outings, with that lone victory coming in the Europa League.

• Benfica: Trubin; Dedic, A Silva, Barrenechea, Dahl; M Silva, Aursnes; Schjelderup, Barreiro, Prestianni; Pavlidis
• Braga: Hornicek; Lagerbielke, V Carvalho, Oliveira; Martinez, Moutinho, Tiknaz, Gorby, V Gomez; Zalazar, Horta

Benfica know they must deliver all three points to keep their grip on second place. The recommended bet for this match is a Benfica victory for José Mourinho’s side.

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• Tottenham have won 2 of their last 5 matches.
• Leeds have won 3 of their last 5 games.
• Head-to-head stats over the last 5 meetings: Leeds — 0 wins, draws — 0, Tottenham — 5 wins.
• In 4 of the last 5 meetings, both teams have found the net.

For the hosts, the season is winding down into a calm mid-table finish, but the Londoners are in serious trouble. The Spurs are just one step away from the relegation zone, and every dropped point now feels like a heavy blow to their Premier League survival hopes.Leeds have enjoyed a confident campaign and are all but assured of top-flight safety. They play with freedom, especially at home, where their high tempo and relentless pressing often trouble even more celebrated opponents. With no real pressure from the standings, the hosts can play bold, aggressive football without worrying about the table.

For Tottenham, it’s a different story. Not long ago, the club was eyeing a European spot, but now survival is the only thing that matters. Inconsistent results, defensive frailties, and mounting psychological pressure have taken their toll. Every mistake is costly, and a trip to a raucous Elland Road at such a crucial moment is a massive test. Tottenham and Leeds are neck and neck in the league table. The Peacocks have secured their survival, but the Spurs are still fighting for theirs. And today, the London side have the chance to take a big step forward, as their direct rivals lost this round.

The key question: can Tottenham keep their nerves in check? On paper, their squad still looks strong, but lately, they’ve been losing control of matches far too often. Leeds will be eager to exploit this lack of confidence, impose their intense style, and force the visitors into errors under the pressure of the home crowd.

Despite the contrasting league positions, this promises to be a tense, emotional encounter. For Tottenham, it’s a battle for survival, while Leeds have the chance to make life even more difficult for one of England’s most storied clubs.

• Leeds United: Darlow, Struijk, Bijol, Rodon, Justin, Tanaka, Ampadu, Bogle, Okafor, Stach, Calvert-Lewin.
• Tottenham Hotspur: Kinský, Porro, Danso, van de Ven, Udogie, Bentancur, Palhinha, Kolo Muani, Gallagher, Tel, Richarlison.

At home, Leeds play with courage and rarely sit back, even against top opposition. Their high tempo, active wing play, and attacking pressure—especially at Elland Road—consistently create chances.

However, the hosts’ defense is far from perfect, and Tottenham will surely look to capitalize. Despite their dire league position, Spurs have quality up front and know that only points matter now. They’ll have to push forward, take risks, and search for chances in front of goal—something that usually leads to opportunities.

The playing styles are another reason to back goals. Leeds rarely focus on defending, while Tottenham have been error-prone at the back all season long. This could easily turn into a back-and-forth contest with plenty of dangerous attacks and open spaces.

Prediction: both teams to score — yes.

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Millwall finished the regular season in third, just a single point behind second-placed Ipswich, marking their best performance in the second tier since the 1993/94 campaign. For Alex Neil's squad, however, the ambitions are even greater — to reach the Premier League for the first time and return to the top flight for the first time since the 1989/90 season.

In the first leg against Hull, the Lions were close to victory, but a late goal from Ryan Leonard was ruled out for a foul, leaving the match goalless. Now Millwall return to The Den, where they have won four of their last six home fixtures without conceding, and their 11 home clean sheets this season are the best in the Championship.

Hull snatched a playoff spot at the last moment, edging Wrexham for sixth place after a 2-1 win over Norwich on the final matchday. The Tigers have fond memories of these stages — they earned promotion through the Championship playoffs in both the 2007/08 and 2015/16 seasons.

Yet, the current form of Sergei Yakirovich’s side is far from ideal: just three wins in their last 13 matches and a five-game winless away run set a tough backdrop for their trip to London. At the same time, Hull have won their last two away games at Millwall, including a 3-1 victory in December, but after a lacklustre goalless draw at home, they’ll need to step up their attacking game.

• Millwall: Patterson, Leonard, Krama, Cooper, Sturge, Bannan, Mazu-Sako, Aziz, Negli, Ballo, Coburn.
• Hull City: Pandur, Coyle, Egan, Hughes, Giles, Slater, Crooks, Belloumi, Gelhardt, Millar, McBurnie.

• The first semi-final between Hull and Millwall ended 0-0.
• Millwall are unbeaten in six straight matches across all competitions.
• Hull have won their last two away games at Millwall, including a 3-1 victory in December.

Millwall look the more composed side for this kind of fixture: at home, with a strong defensive record, and spurred on by a controversial moment in the first leg, the hosts will be extra motivated. Neil’s side know how to lock down their penalty area, and in the playoffs, such reliability often trumps attractive football. Hull remain dangerous thanks to McBurnie and the memory of recent wins at The Den, but the visitors’ overall form is questionable. A winless away streak and their lacklustre attack in the first leg suggest a scenario where Millwall gradually wear down their opponent, settling the tie through discipline and home advantage.

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Under Roberto De Zerbi, Tottenham have finally started showing signs of life at the very moment when their margin for error was all but gone. After a draw with Brighton, the Londoners picked up two crucial away wins in a row: first overcoming Wolverhampton, then defeating Aston Villa 2-1 thanks to quick goals from Conor Gallagher and Richarlison.

The team is still sitting far too low for their stature, but now their fate in the survival fight is back in their own hands. The Spurs’ home record has been dreadful - just 11 points from 17 matches - but De Zerbi has ramped up their pressing intensity, and aggressive ball recoveries in the final third might be their main weapon against Leeds.

Leeds enter this round in a much more comfortable position: Daniel Farke’s side have picked up 10 points from their last four Premier League outings and are unbeaten in six league matches. In the last round, the Yorkshiremen confidently dispatched doomed Burnley 3-1, with goals from Anton Stach, Noah Okafor, and Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

That said, the loss of Okafor is a serious blow to the visitors’ attack - the Swiss international had seven goal involvements in his last seven Premier League matches and was one of their main sources of attacking spark. Leeds haven’t lost away from home in a while either, but eight draws in their last ten away matches show that while they rarely collapse, they often struggle to put teams away.

• Tottenham: Kinski, Porro, Danso, van de Ven, Udogie, Bentancur, Palhinha, Kolo Muani, Gallagher, Tel, Richarlison.
• Leeds United: Darlow, Bijol, Struijk, Rodon, Bogle, Stach, Tanaka, Ampadu, Justin, Nmecha, Calvert-Lewin.

• Tottenham have won their last two Premier League matches and could claim three league victories in a row for the first time this season.
• Leeds are unbeaten in their last six Premier League matches, collecting 10 points over their last four games.
• Tottenham have won their last five Premier League meetings with Leeds, including a 2-1 victory at Elland Road earlier this season.
• Both teams have scored in 8 of Tottenham’s last 9 home Premier League matches and in 6 of Leeds’ last 7 away league games.
• Leeds have not taken more than 4 corners in any of their last 8 away Premier League matches.
• At least 4 yellow cards have been shown in 11 of Tottenham’s last 13 home Premier League matches.

Tottenham are still far from their best, but the team has clearly gained energy and confidence. For De Zerbi, this match is a chance to cement the positive turnaround, and for the players, it’s an opportunity to pull clear of the drop zone and relieve some pressure ahead of the final rounds. Leeds are capable of putting up a fight and are by no means accidental contenders in this clash - Farke’s men have become more consistent, manage away fixtures better, and show real resilience. However, Okafor’s absence blunts their edge, and Tottenham’s current momentum combined with home advantage should help the Londoners grind out a hard-fought but hugely important three points.

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Rayo Vallecano approach this game riding a wave of emotion: Iñigo Pérez’s side knocked out Strasbourg in the Conference League semifinals with a 2-0 aggregate and are now gearing up for a historic final against Crystal Palace. Meanwhile, the Madrid outfit haven’t lost ground domestically - last time out in La Liga, they beat Getafe 2-0 and now sit just two points shy of seventh place.

The hosts’ form is impressive: four wins in their last five matches across all competitions have given Rayo a rare sense of stability at the business end of the season. Yes, Pérez will have to make do without the suspended Isi Palazón, and Luis Felipe is injured, but the return of Camello, Pedro Díaz, Álvaro García, and Nteka to the starting lineup should inject fresh energy into the attack after a taxing European week.

Girona, by contrast, find themselves in a far more precarious position: Míchel’s team are 16th and only two points clear of the drop zone. Three straight defeats to Betis, Valencia, and Mallorca have seriously dented their league standing, and an upcoming run of fixtures against Real Sociedad, Atlético, and Elche leaves the Catalans with no room for a comfortable finish.

The visitors’ main issues are a lack of goals and a squad stretched thin. Vanat, Portu, Juan Carlos, and ter Stegen are all injured, Bryan Gil is suspended, and both Abel Ruiz and Donny van de Beek are doubtful. As a result, Míchel will have to patch together an attack from what’s left, pinning his hopes on Tsygankov, Unai, and Manchester City loanee Echeverri.

• Rayo Vallecano: Batalla, Ratiu, Lejeune, Mendy, Chavarría, Díaz, Valentín, Pérez, Nteka, Álvaro García, Camello.
• Girona: Gazzaniga, Martínez, Blind, Reis, Moreno, Witsel, Beltrán, Tsygankov, Unai, Roca, Echeverri.

• Rayo Vallecano have won four of their last five matches in all competitions.
• Girona have lost their last three La Liga matches - to Betis, Valencia, and Mallorca.
• In the first half of this season, Rayo beat Girona 3-1; overall, in 31 head-to-head meetings, both sides have 12 wins each.
• In five of their last seven La Liga matches at Vallecas, Rayo have won the second half.
• The Bees have scored fewer than two goals in 13 of their last 17 La Liga fixtures.
• In six of their previous seven matches, Míchel’s side have picked up fewer than four yellow cards.

Rayo may rotate their squad a bit after their European triumph, but the emotional momentum and home advantage are clearly on their side right now. Pérez’s men have not only hit form at the right time, but also have an extra incentive: European football next season can be secured not just through the Conference League final, but also via the league. Girona will play with desperate motivation, but their current slump, lack of attacking threat, and injury woes make this trip to Madrid a daunting challenge. I expect a tight contest where the visitors will have their chances, but Rayo’s fresher structure and growing confidence should be decisive.

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Under Antonio Conte, Napoli sit second with 70 points. With Inter having wrapped up the title, the Partenopei are laser-focused on finishing as runners-up. Their lead over Juventus is just two points, and only three ahead of Milan, with Juventus having played one game more. Last round, the Azzurri were held to a goalless draw by Como, so this home fixture against a mid-table side is the perfect opportunity to consolidate second place. At home, Napoli are traditionally aggressive, and fans will be expecting a confident display to close out the season's home campaign on a high note.

Tactically, Conte continues to build through a compact midfield and rapid flanks, but the absence of his main striker has created problems converting chances. Without the option to rely on a physical center-forward, Napoli have increasingly looked for through balls to Alisson Santos and active overlapping by the wingbacks. Against Bologna, expect Napoli to seize control of possession (anticipated to be over 55%), methodically probing a visiting defense that has lacked solidity in recent weeks.

Vincenzo Italiano's Bologna are 10th with 49 points. The team have long secured a relaxed finish: European spots are out of reach, and relegation is mathematically impossible. This situation has led to a noticeable drop in focus—Rossoblù are winless and, more importantly, goalless in their last four matches across all competitions. Their previous outing against Cagliari ended in a scoreless draw, underlining the ongoing crisis in attack. They travel to the Maradona as clear underdogs, with nothing to lose.

Bologna's style remains recognizable—short passing and combination play—but without real motivation, this often turns into sterile possession with little threat. Italiano is likely to opt for a counterattacking approach, banking on the pace of his wingers. However, against a highly motivated Napoli, the visitors will likely spend most of the match deep in their own half. For Bologna, this trip is a test of character and a chance to break their scoring drought, facing a giant on his own turf without the usual pressure for results.

Squad absences are a critical issue for both sides in this fixture. Napoli are missing their top scorer Romelu Lukaku (muscle injury), David Neres (hamstring), and captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo. Bologna's injury list is just as worrying: first-choice goalkeeper Lukasz Skorupski and defenders Nicolò Casale and Martin Vitík are all out. The loss of so many key disruptors and creators makes this a tough match for converting chances and suggests a low-scoring affair.

• In five of Napoli's last six matches, fewer than three goals have been scored.
• In four of Bologna's last five matches, fewer than three goals have also been scored.
• In the last ten meetings between these teams, Napoli have the edge: five wins to Bologna's two, with three draws.
• The teams have already met twice this season: Bologna won 2-0 in the first round of Serie A, while Napoli claimed a 2-0 victory in the Italian Super Cup final.

• Napoli: Milinković-Savić - Beukema, Rrahmani, Bungiorno - Politano, McTominay, Lobotka, Gutiérrez - De Bruyne, Santos, Højlund
• Bologna: Ravaglia - Zortea, Helland, Lucumí, Miranda - Freuler, Sohm, Moro - Bernardeschi, Rowe, Castro

Napoli have huge motivation in the standings, but selection issues and the absence of Lukaku and Lobotka will force them to play a game of strict chance management. Bologna are cruising to the end of the season in energy-saving mode and have major creative struggles, as evidenced by their prolonged scoreless run. Expect a scrappy contest where a single goal could decide it all, and the odds of seeing more than two goals are extremely low. My prediction: Under 3 total goals.

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Napoli have officially handed over the Scudetto to Inter, but Antonio Conte's side can't afford to take their foot off the pedal in the run-in. After a goalless draw with Como, the Neapolitans maintained a comfortable cushion over fifth-placed Roma, but Champions League qualification still needs to be mathematically secured.

The home advantage is a major asset here: Napoli have won 20 of their last 28 Serie A matches at home, suffering just one defeat in that run. The injury list is clearing up, Giovanni Di Lorenzo is close to returning, and the Højlund–De Bruyne–McTominay trio should give the hosts enough quality to break down an opponent who are currently struggling for goals.

Bologna come into this one in the midst of a prolonged slump: following their Europa League exit, Vincenzo Italiano's men have failed to score in any of their last three Serie A matches. Last time out, the Rossoblù played out a 0-0 draw with Cagliari, a result that only highlighted their main issue - an attack that's lost its edge, with false nine experiments falling flat.

Still, you can't count the visitors out entirely: Bologna have looked much better on the road than at home and boast one of Serie A's stronger away records. Plus, they won the reverse fixture in November 2-0 and have only lost to Napoli once in their last six head-to-heads in the league.

• Napoli: Milinković-Savić, Beukema, Rrahmani, Buongiorno, Politano, Lobotka, McTominay, Gutiérrez, De Bruyne, Alisson, Højlund.
• Bologna: Pessina, Zortea, Lucumí, Helland, Miranda, Ferguson, Freuler, Moro, Orsolini, Castro, Rowe.

• Napoli have won 20 of their last 28 Serie A home matches, losing just once during that span.
• Bologna have failed to score in each of their last three Serie A matches following their Europa League exit.
• None of the last 12 Serie A meetings between these sides in Naples have ended in a draw.
• Napoli have won 9 of the last 11 home league meetings with Bologna.
• Napoli have scored at least 2 goals in 10 of the last 12 home Serie A clashes against Bologna.
• Bologna have found the net in 7 of the last 9 league visits to Napoli.
• At least 3 yellow cards have been shown in 6 of the last 8 Serie A meetings between these sides in Naples.

Napoli don't need to dazzle right now; they just need to get the job done - and these are exactly the kind of matches that suit Conte's pragmatic approach. With a favorable run-in, a win over Bologna would all but secure Champions League football and settle any lingering nerves. Bologna's discipline and resilience away from home make them tricky, but their current attacking crisis is too glaring to ignore. If Napoli don't break the deadlock early, the pressure will mount through set pieces, wing play, and McTominay's late runs, so the most logical outcome looks to be a home win for the hosts with a clean sheet.