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Match Betting Preview - Norwich City vs Aston Villa. Tuesday 23rd October 2018, Sky Bet Championship, Carrow Road. Live on Sky Sports Football – Kick-Off: 19:45 GMT.

Norwich City vs Aston Villa
Friday 23rd October 2018
SkyBet Championship, Carrow Road

Live on Sky Sports Football – Kick-Off: 19:45 GMT

Dean Smith looks to continue his good start to life as Villa manager as they travel to fellow promotion-chasers Norwich.

Boyhood Aston Villa fan Dean Smith took what was billed as a challenging, but dream job following Steve Bruce’s sacking. Making the move across from Brentford, Smith comes with a stellar reputation and an appetite to succeed.

Life couldn’t have started any better, as Tammy Abraham scored the only goal to take all three points against former club Swansea City last time out. That was only the second win from 12 matches for Villa. Smith insisted there is much more work to be done.

Key to that work could be how impactful the talents of Jack Grealish turn out to be. The 23-year-old is yet to find the net this season, so is surely due an explosion. His perennial potential is surely running thin and the time has come to actually deliver. Especially with the club so desperately chasing a return to the top flight.

The aforementioned victory took The Villains up to 13th, leapfrogging Swansea in the process. The Championship is more bizarre than ever currently, with just five points separating Derby County in 5th and 18th position Bolton Wanderers. As it stands, Norwich are level on points with Derby in 6th. A Villa win here would see them overtake Norwich.

That should come as a surprise as The Canaries have been very good over the previous half a dozen matches. After a sluggish start to the campaign, Daniel Farke’s men won four on the bounce before getting a creditable point at Derby County. Losing at home to Stoke before the international break was quickly put to bed with a 2-1 victory at Forest on Saturday.

Villa have scored in every single league game this season, so why should that change? Norwich have conceded in the last three too, only keeping four clean sheets all season. That is still twice as many as Villa, however, their total of two only bettering six clubs.

Make no mistake, Norwich and Farke truly believe they are promotion candidates. Villa believe they are too big a team to be in the Championship, thus craving the Premier League’s aura.

No side has really put together an incredible run of form yet, and this game will stifle one team’s momentum. It could, however, lend a hand in deciding who is up there come crunch time. Or at least who is more likely to. Who knows? In this league, I’d bet on nobody.

Simon Hooper is the man in the middle, taking charge of his eighth game of the season. Those matches have come all across the domestic system, from League Two to the Premier League. Hooper has a fairly lenient record, dishing out 20 yellows and one red in those seven games. Norwich and Villa are 13th and 10th respectively for total number of cards (23 yellows and 21 yellows and one red respectively), so the stats say there shouldn’t be fireworks.

Norwich City vs Aston Villa will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Football with kick-off at 19:45 GMT.

Prediction – Norwich City 2-1 Aston Villa 

Suggested Tips – Norwich City vs Aston Villa – (BET365):

  • Correct score: Norwich win 2-1 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Norwich City vs Aston Villa – (SKYBET):

  • Price Boost – BTTS and Norwich to win – 9/2.
  • RequestABets 33/1 to 66/1 – Norwich to win, BTTS, 12+ match corners and 50+ booking points – 33/1.
  • Scorecast Boost – Tammy Abraham to score first and Aston Villa to win 2-1 – 66/1.

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Match Betting Preview - Shakhtar Donetsk vs Manchester City. Tuesday 23rd October 2018, UEFA Champions League - Group F Qualifier, Metalist Arena, Kharkiv. Live on BT Sport 3 – Kick-Off: 20:00 GMT.

Shakhtar Donetsk vs Manchester City
Tuesday 23rd October 2018, Metalist Arena, Kharkiv
UEFA Champions League – Group F Qualifier 

BT Sport 3 – 20:00 GMT

Shakhtar Dontesk vs Manchester City is this week in Champions League action in Group F.

Neither team has set Group F alight yet, with only one point separating them. The home side have managed two draws against Hoffenheim and Lyon. Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola’s side avenged their disappointing 2-1 opening loss to the French side with victory over Hoffenheim in their previous outing.

The home side will have their work cut out for them as SkyBet price them at 13/2 to cause an upset. They have held their own so far in their European campaign however will face their toughest test on Tuesday. Their domestic form makes for good reading however, and the impact of playing on home soil can only be a bonus.

Brazilian striker Junior Moraes has already bagged twice in the UCL and will be their biggest threat to City’s defence. The 31-year-old is 2/1 to score anytime.

Their defensive record is mightily impressive also. They have conceded only six goals in 12 league games this season. If they do manage a miracle and win the match, for them to win to nil is 18/1.

Manchester City are favourites for this encounter. SkyBet have priced them at 4/11 to double their points tally so far. The Citizens enter the match on the back of a 5-0 thumping of Premier League Burnley. They managed five different goal scorers however among them was Sergio Aguero. The Argentine has been firing on all cylinders, as usual, so far with one goal in European competitions and six in the Premier League. Aguero is priced at 3/1 to break the deadlock.

Guardiola’s side are yet to manage a clean sheet in Group F however have kept a clean sheet in 62% of their domestic outings. 75% of them away from home. Although Shakhtar can pose a threat, it is likely City will stay strong. SkyBet have priced an away clean sheet at 6/4.

The referee for this match will be Benoit Bastien. The official referees in the French Ligue and has averaged 3.83 cards in his six matches in charge.

Shakhtar Donetsk v Manchester City will be televised on BT Sport 3 and kicks off at 20:00.

Prediction: Shakhtar Donetsk 0 – Manchester City 3

– The travelling outfit have far too much quality and need to assert their dominance now before they run out of time.

Suggested Tips – Shakhtar Donetsk vs Manchester City – (BET365)

  • Correct score: Manchester City to win 3-0 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Shakhtar Donetsk vs Manchester City – (SKYBET)

  • Manchester City to win 3-0, 3-1, or 3-2 – 10/3.
  • Augero and Sterling to both score – 5/2.
  • Sergio Aguero to score first and 3-0 Manchester City – 22/1.

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Match Betting Preview - Manchester United vs Juventus. Tuesday 23rd October 2018, UEFA Champions League - Group H Qualifier, Old Trafford. Live on BT Sport 2 – Kick-Off: 20:00 GMT.

Manchester United vs Juventus
Tuesday 23rd October 2018, Old Trafford
UEFA Champions League – Group H Qualifier 

BT Sport 2 – 20:00 GMT

Manchester United vs Juventus: Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Old Trafford with Juventus as they take on Manchester United, with both sides looking for a vital three points in Group H.

The Reds Devils will be buoyed by their positive display at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, which almost saw them come away victorious. Anthony Martial’s brace was cancelled out in the 96th minute by Ross Barkley as the game ended 2-2. Martial has now scored three goals in his last two games. He has bundles of ability and potential, but getting it out of him on a regular basis is Mourinho’s main challenge. Juan Mata also put in another strong display after coming off the bench to start the fightback against Newcastle a fortnight ago. Mourinho sold Mata to United during his stint as Chelsea manage, so it’s always been uncertain whether the Portuguese manager trusts the Spaniard. However, given his recent displays, it is nearly impossible to leave him out of the side.

Despite the positives, it was another game where United failed to keep a clean sheet. They’ve only managed two in eight games, in all competitions, shipping 11 goals in that time. They currently sit in ninth in the league, seven points behind fourth-placed Tottenham Hotspur. In Group H, they have four points from two games, after beating Young Boys and drawing with Valencia. To ensure their place in the knockout stages, they need to pick up some points in their doubleheader against the Italian champions.

Juventus have maximum points from their two games and have Ronaldo back from suspension. The Portuguese forward scored on his only visit to Old Trafford since leaving in 2009, where he scored in a 2-1 win for Real Madrid. The Old Lady currently top Serie A, with 25 points from nine games. At the weekend, they dropped their first points of the season after a 1-1 draw with Genoa, with Ronaldo again on the scoresheet. Paulo Dybala grabbed a hattrick last time out against Young Boys, highlighting the strength of depth Juventus hold in attack.

Milorad Mazic is the referee for this game. The Serbian official took charge of PSV’s 2-1 defeat to Inter Milan in the last round, and also refereed last year’s Champions League final. He has an average card total of 4.49 per game, across 120 matches. As a result, I would advise a maximum of 60+ total booking points for this fixtures.

This is a game that United dare not lose if they are to reach the last 16. Juventus will also be cautious about getting beat, given the pair meet again in a fortnight. Therefore, I think this will be a 1-1 draw.

Manchester United vs Juventus will be televised on BT Sport 2 with kick-off at 20:00 GMT.

Prediction: Manchester United 1-1 Juventus

Suggested Tips – Manchester United vs Juventus – (BET365)

  • Correct Score – 1-1 Draw – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Manchester United vs Juventus – (SKYBET)

  • Both Players to Score – Anthony Martial & Paulo Dybala – 11/1.
  • Correct Score Group Betting – Juventus to win 1-0, 2-0 or 2-1 – 9/4.
  • Price Boost – Cristiano Ronaldo to score first – 4/1. 
  • Popular Bets – Martial & Ronaldo to score and Smalling & Chiellini to be carded – 125/1.
  • Popular Bets – Lukaku to score a header and Ronaldo to score from outside the area – 80/1.

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Match Betting Preview - Arsenal vs Leicester City. Monday 22nd October 2018, FA Premier League, Emirates Stadium. Live on Sky Sports Premier League – Kick-Off: 20:00 GMT.

Arsenal vs Leicester City
Monday 22nd October 2018
FA Premier League, Emirates Stadium

Live on Sky Sports Premier League – Kick-Off: 20:00 GMT

Arsenal vs Leicester: Arsenal host Leicester on Monday night, looking to extend their winning run to ten games in all competitions.

The Gunners have been in impressive form of late, which has seen them rise to fifth in the Premier League. A favourable run of fixtures has seen Unai Emery’s side begin to find their feet, after a tricky couple of opening matches. As each game progresses, they are beginning to look more of a team with style, and identity. Obviously, until they can prove it consistently, again the very best teams, they are still a work in progress. It may take Emery some years to mould the squad in his own vision, but their upturn in form can only be seen as a positive.

Mesut Ozil has been back in the starting team, and in the goals in recent weeks, as he looks to secure his long-term stay at the Emirates. Similarly, Alexandre Lacazette has been in fine form after being given an extended stay in the side, with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang deployed on the left. The Frenchman has five goals and three assists in his last seven appearances; proving that his performances are also having a bearing on the final result.

Leicester will be hoping to bounce back from a 2-1 defeat at home to Everton. That loss was the Foxes’ first in three games, after beating both Huddersfield Town and Newcastle United in the league. They currently sit 10th in the table. But can leapfrog Manchester United and Wolves to move into eighth with a victory. Claude Puel will be slightly concerned that his side have only kept two clean sheets in eight league games this season. That being said, the Foxes’ defensive record is far from one of the worst in the league. With Jamie Vardy still finding the net regularly, a few more shutouts could see them push for the European places. They will be without Wes Morgan for this match after their captain was sent off again Everton.

Chris Kavanagh is the referee for this game. The Englishman has officiated five games in the top flight this season, accumulating an average booking points total of 30. Therefore, I would recommend a total of 50+ points for this fixture.

Arsenal are in fine form, having netted 24 goals in their last eight games (average of three per game). Therefore, I’m going to opt for a home win, given Leicester’s poor clean sheet record this campaign.

Arsenal vs Leicester City will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League with kick-off at 20:00 GMT.

Prediction: Arsenal 3-1 Leicester City

Suggested Tips – Arsenal vs Leicester City – (BET365)

  • Correct score – Arsenal to win 3-1 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Arsenal vs Leicester City – (SKYBET)

  • BTTS and Full Time Result – Yes and Arsenal to win – 13/8.
  • Both Players to Score – Aubameyang & Jamie Vardy – 4/1.
  • RequestABet 80/1 and above – Lacazette & Aubameyang to score, Arsenal 3-1 and Xhaka to be carded – 66/1.
    (Note: no idea why its in the 80/1 and above market given the price is less than that).
  • First Goalscorer – Alexander Lacazette – 9/2. (Price Boost).
  • RequestABet 80/1 and above – Vardy to score 2+ goals, Leicester to win, over 4.5 goals, 8+ match corners and 30+ match booking pts – 125/1. (Cover).

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Match Betting Preview - Everton vs Crystal Palace. Sunday 21st October 2018, FA Premier League, Goodison Park Bridge. Live on Sky Sports Main Event – Kick-Off: 16:00 GMT.

Everton vs Crystal Palace
Sunday 21st October 2018
FA Premier League, Goodison Park

Live on Sky Sports Premier League – Kick-Off: 16:00 GMT

Everton vs Crystal Palace – Everton will be looking to build on back to back wins with a victory against Crystal Palace at Goodison Park.

The Toffees’ 2-1 win at Leicester City a fortnight ago lifted Marco Silva’s side to 11th in the league, after collecting 12 points from their opening eight games. Gylfi Sigurdsson has three goals in his last two games, which has seen them claim six points. The Icelandic playmaker has looked much more at home this season playing his favoured number ten position. Under Sam Allardyce, he was often shoved out on the left, which failed to get the best out of their former record signing. Now he is creating, and more crucially scoring, important goals. Richarlison has also enjoyed a fine start to life on Merseyside, with four goals for Everton and two for Brazil so far this season. The 21-year-old’s goals are vital with both Cenk Tosun and Oumar Niasse struggling for form upfront.

Palace have been rocked by Wilfried Zaha’s injury during the international break. There were initial fears the Ivory Coast international could miss two months, but Roy Hodgson has confirmed he will face a fitness test before their trip to Goodison Park this weekend. Palace have lost their last 16 games that Zaha hasn’t played, so losing him would be a huge blow. Palace have only collected four points from their last seven games. They face Manchester United, Tottenham, Chelsea and Arsenal in their next four games, so they desperately need to pick up some results. They currently sit in 14th, four points above the relegation zone.

Anthony Taylor is the referee for this game. The Englishman has officiated eight league games this season. He has collected an average booking points total of 38.8 in that time. As a result, I would advise a maximum total of 50+ points for this fixture.

This game has a lot riding on it for both sides. If Everton could win, they would hit a nice run of fixtures with some momentum. For Palace, their upcoming games makes this a must-not-lose fixture. If Zaha isn’t able to start, I struggle to see them picking up anything form this game. Therefore, I’m going for a home victory.

Everton vs Crystal Palace will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League with Kick-Off at 16:00 GMT.

Prediction: Everton 2-0 Crystal Palace

Suggested Tips – Everton vs Crystal Palace – (BET365)

  • Correct score, Everton 2-0 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Everton vs Crystal Palace – (SKYBET)

  • RequestABet up to 11/1 to 28/1 – Sigurdson 2+ shots on target, Digne & Richarlison 1+ shots on target – 11/1. (NB).
  • Sigurdson to score and win – 10/1. (NAP).
  • RequestABet 80/1 and above – Richarlison to score a header and Sigurdsson to score from outside the area – 125/1. (Outsider).
  • Richarlison to score first and Everton to win 3-1 – 50/1.
  • RequestABet 80/1 and above -Richarlison 2+ shots on target, Zaha 2+ shots on target, Sigurdsson 2+ shots on target & Bernard 1+ shots on target – 100/1.
  • Price Boost – Crystal Palace win 2-1 – 16/1. (Cover).

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Match Betting Preview - Derby County vs Sheffield United. Saturday 20th October 2018, Sky Bet Championship, Pride Park. Live on Sky Sports Football – Kick-Off: 17:30 GMT.

Derby County vs Sheffield United
Saturday 20th October 2018
SkyBet Championship, Pride Park

Live on Sky Sports Football – Kick-Off: 17:30 GMT

Derby County vs Sheffield United – the host will host league leaders Sheffield United this Saturday in the SkyBet Championship.

Both clubs have made promising starts to the season, with the hosts in the play-off mix for now. Meanwhile the visitors have flown into top spot with eight wins from their opening 12 matches.

Derby County who are winless in three matches are priced at 8/5 to win this weekend. Frank Lampard has made a decent start in life to management however, with his sides recent victory over Manchester United stealing headlines. They have managed to make Pride Park a very tough place to visit. Apart from their first match against Leeds, the Rams have conceded less than 1.5 goals in their five league games at home.

Goal scoring hasn’t proved too much of a problem either with the fluent attacking force they have. Mason Mount and Tom Lawrence have scored three each whilst David Nugent has two to his name. SkyBet have priced over 2.5 goals at 5/6. All three of Derby’s home victories have come from two goals margins so far. Although this test will be the toughest so far, 4/1 is temping for Derby -1 goal handicap.

Sheffield United are priced at 17/10 to remain top of the league and get three points this Saturday. Chris Wilder continues to impress from the dugout, with United looking to be a force to be reckoned with. Both Billy Sharp and David McGoldrick have been crucial to their success so far. Sharp has scored seven league goals whilst McGoldrick has scored five. Sharp is 9/2 to score first and his partner is 5/1.

Two of their last three league away wins have come when The Blades have scored first. They’re priced at 21/10 to be winning at half time.

The referee for this match will be Oliver Langford. The official has awarded 25.7 booking points in his seven Championshop matches this season.

Derby County vs Sheffield United will be televised on Sky Sports Football HD and will kick off at 17:30.

Prediction: Derby County 1 – Sheffield United 2 

Suggested Tips – Derby County vs Sheffield United – (BET365)

  • Correct score, Sheffield United win 2-1 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Derby County vs Sheffield United – (SKYBET)

  • Correct Score Group Betting – Sheffield United to win 1-0, 2-0, 2-1 – 11/4.
  • Scorecast – Billy Sharp to score first and Sheffield United win 2-1  – 30/1.
  • Full Time Result & Both Teams to Score – Sheffield United to win and BTTS Yes – 5/1.

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Match Betting Preview - Huddersfield vs Liverpool. Saturday 20th October 2018, FA Premier League, Kirklees Stadium. Live on BT Sport 1 – Kick-Off: 17:30 GMT.

Huddersfield vs Liverpool
Saturday 20th October 2018
FA Premier League, Kirklees Stadium

Live on BT Sport 1 – Kick-Off: 17:30 GMT

Huddersfield vs Liverpool – both clubs are at different ends of the table, with the hosts struggling to find their first win of the campaign. Meanwhile the visitors are yet to lose a match with six wins and two draws from eight matches. It’s clear who the favourites are for this one.

Huddersfield have a tough afternoon in for them, as SkyBet have priced them at 9/1 to cause a huge upset. This match will mark the third time that former assistant to Jurgen Klopp, David Wagner, will be battling it out against his old master. They haven’t been in great form at home as of late. The terriers haven’t even managed to score a goal in front of a home crowd yet. SkyBet have priced them at EVENS to manage this feat.

All eyes are turning to Laurent Depoitre to get them out of this rut, however the striker has been on a goal drought himself with his last professional goal being score in May.

The visitors are in flying form without a loss so far this season. SkyBet have priced them at 1/3. Goals have not been an issue for Liverpool with 15 scored in their eight matches. The front three has been firing on all cylinders yet again. Sadio Mane has four goals, Mo Salah has three whilst Daniel Sturridge and Roberto Firmino both have two each. Firmino has been price boosted to 5/1 to score first.

Despite their dominant attacking prowess, Liverpool have not produced as many corners as expected this season. They’ve won five corners or less in six of their eight league matches. They’re priced at 1/5 to have more corners. However, their backline has been immense so far. They’ve only conceded three times and they certainly won’t face their toughest test this weekend. Liverpool are priced at 10/11 to win to nil.

The referee for this match will be Michael Oliver. The official has averaged 31.4 booking points in his 7 Premier League matches.

Huddersfield vs Liverpool will be televised on BT Sport 1 and kicks off at 17:30.

Prediction: Huddersfield 0 – 3 Liverpool

– Klopp’s men should be in for an easy three points against a struggling Huddersfield side. The fact its price boosted makes it even more worth backing.

Suggested Tips – Huddersfield vs Liverpool – (BET365)

  • Correct score, Liverpool 3-0 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Huddersfield vs Liverpool – (SKYBET)

  • Correct Score Group Betting – Liverpool to win 3-0, 3-1, 3-2 – 10/3.
  • RequestABet – Liverpool to win, BTTS, 12+ match corners, and 40+ match booking points  – 20/1.
  • Player to score a header – Virgil van Dijk – 20/1.

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Match Betting Preview - Chelsea vs Manchester United. Saturday 20th October 2018, FA Premier League, Stamford Bridge. Live on Sky Sports Main Event – Kick-Off: 12:30 GMT.

Chelsea vs Manchester United
Saturday 20th October 2018
FA Premier League, Stamford Bridge

Live on Sky Sports Premier League – Kick-Off: 12:30 GMT

Chelsea vs Manchester United: Chelsea will be looking to move back to the top of the Premier League table when they face Manchester United in the lunch-time kick-off.

Maurizio Sarri’s side sit second in the league, level on points with both Manchester City and Liverpool. The Blues have an almost perfect record so far, with six wins and two draws from their opening eight fixtures. Last time out, they recorded an impressive 3-0 win, that was Ross Barkley and Alvaro Morata on the scoresheet. Barkley has impressed in the early weeks of this campaign, which earnt him an England recall. He started both of the Three Lions’ matches over the international break, providing a telling assist for what turned out to be the deciding goal in England’s 3-2 win over Spain. Although competition for places is fierce at Stamford Bridge, he will be hoping his fine form will see him pip Mateo Kovacic to a starting spot.

Eden Hazard will also be looking to continue his strong scoring run, after notching seven goals and three assists in his first eight games. The Belgian has been the division’s star man this year, and he will be crucial if Chelsea are to gain another vital three points.

Jose Mourinho will be looking for his side to build on their dramatic 3-2 win over Newcastle. Three goals in 20 minutes saw the Red Devils turn the game on its head, thanks to Juan Mata, Anthony Martial and Alexis Sanchez. Both Martial and Sanchez have struggled for form under Mourinho – he’ll be hoping those strikes could be the catalyst to spark the pair, and United into life. He will be also hoping for more from Romelu Lukaku, who faces his former club. After scoring four goals in his first five matches, the Belgian striker is without a goal in six games. He’ll be hoping to break his duck and fire United to a much-needed win, in what is a huge game.

Mike Dean has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. The Englishman has officiated six games in the top flight this season. He has accumulated an average booking points total. of 49.2, the second highest in the division. Therefore, I would advise a maximum of 60+ total points for this game.

The international break came at the wrong time for Mourinho, after such an uplifting victory against Newcastle. Chelsea have looked strong so far this season, and are the team in form. I think Hazard could be the difference between these two teams, so I’m going to opt for a narrow home win.

Chelsea vs Manchester United will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League with Kick-Off at 12:30 GMT.

Prediction: Chelsea 2-1 Manchester United

Suggested Tips – Chelsea vs Manchester United – (BET365)

  • Correct score, Chelsea 2-1 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Chelsea vs Manchester United – (SKYBET)

  • Lukaku and Hazard to both score – 10/1.
  • Hazard to score first and Chelsea to win 2-1 – 33/1.
  • Giroud to score a header- 7/1.

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Match Betting Preview - Sheffield Wednesday vs Middlesbrough. Friday 19th October 2018, Sky Bet Championship, Hillsborough. Live on Sky Sports Football – Kick-Off: 19:45 GMT.

Sheffield Wednesday vs Middlesbrough
Friday 19th October 2018
SkyBet Championship, Hillsborough

Live on Sky Sports Football – Kick-Off: 19:45 GMT

Sheffield Wednesday vs Middlesbrough: Sheffield Wednesday face Middlesbrough at Hillsborough in a top-six clash, with both sides looking to gain ground on the top two.

The international break came at just the right time for Jos Luhukay’s men, after a tough run of fixtures. The Owls faced Leeds, Stoke, West Brom, Nottingham Forest, Bristol City and Aston Villa within six games. They returned an impressive tally of nine points, losing just once, which has seen them rise to sixth place. At the moment, Wednesday are one of the most in-form sides in the division, making Hillsborough a tough place for any side to visit. Wednesday will be without Fernando Forestieri through injury, so Adam Reach will be expected to replicate his fine displays which saw him score two ‘goal of the month’ contenders.

Despite Forestieri’s absence, Barry Bannan and Steven Fletcher have been passed fit, along with Sam Hutchinson and Lucas Joao. Joao netted twice off the bench in their 2-1 win over Bristol City in their last match, which was his fourth and fifths goals of the season. The Owls are unbeaten at home this season in the league but have drawn four of their six games. If they can start turning those into wins, they could even mount a push for automatic promotion.

Middlesbrough sit in fourth, three points ahead of their hosts. Tony Pulis’ side suffered an uncharacteristic defeat at home again Nottingham Forest in their last match and will be desperate to bounce back with a win. After being tipped for the title at the start of the campaign, it has been a steady start by Boro. Their main issue has been a lack of goals; they have just 14, the lowest of the top six by some distance. However, unlike Wednesday, they are rock solid at the back, conceding just six times, which is the best record in the league.

Peter Bankes is the referee for this match. The Englishman has officiated eight games in the second tier this season. He has an average booking points total of 66.2, which is the second highest in the league. As a result, I’d recommend a maximum of 70+ total points for this fixture.

Although Wednesday are in the best form of these two sides, Middlesbrough have made a habit of being hard to beat. Therefore, given Wednesday’s record with draws at home, I could see this ending in a similar fashion.

Sheffield Wednesday vs Middlesbrough will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Football with kick off at 19:45 GMT.

Prediction: Sheffield Wednesday 1-1 Middlesbrough

Suggested Tips – Sheffield Wednesday vs Middlesbrough – (SKYBET):

  • Correct score: draw 1-1 – (link no longer available).
  • Joao to both score in 90 mins – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Sheffield Wednesday vs Middlesbrough – (SKYBET):

  • BTTS and Wednesday to win – 7/1.
  • Reach to score outside the area – 16/1.
  • Popular RequestABets – Ayala to score a header & Reach to score from outside the area – 125/1.
  • RequestABet Specials – BTTS, 4+ corners each team and 20+ booking points each team – 15/2. (NAP – 9/2 Market available with 3+ corners each team at 9/2 under @FootyAccums Specials).

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Match Betting Preview - Spain vs England, Monday 15th October 2018, UEFA Nations League - Group A 4, Estadio Benito Villmarin, Sevilla. Live on Sky Sports Main Event, Kick-Off: 19:45 GMT.

Spain vs England
Monday 18th October 2018
UEFA Nations League – Group A 4, Estadio Benito Villmarin, Sevilla

Live on Sky Sports Main Event, Kick-Off: 19:45 GMT

Spain vs England: England take on Spain in the UEFA Nations League looking to secure their first win in Group 4A and avenge their defeat Wembley last month.

Spain claimed a 2-1 win at Wembley, with goals from Saul Niguez and Rodrigo Moreno cancelling out Marcus Rashford’s early strike. England secured their first point in Group 4A on Friday when they drew 0-0 with Croatia in a behind-closed-doors fixture. Gareth Southgate opted for a back four against the beaten World Cup finalist. Kyle Walker was restored to the lineup after Kieran Trippier was preferred against Spain. On the wings, Rashford and Raheem Sterling started in support of Harry Kane. Whilst it was an even contest, England created the more clear-cut chances, with Kane hitting the bar with a header, whilst Rashford should have scored but could only hit a weak effort straight at the goalkeeper.

Jadon Sancho was given his debut by Southgate, as he replaced Sterling with 15 minutes to play. The Borussia Dortmund gave Three Lions’ supporters an early indication of what he’s all about, with a bursting drive down the wing, moment after entering the play. Fellow youngsters Mason Mount and James Maddison will be hoping for their first cap on Monday.

Spain beat Wales 4-1 on Thursday night in an international friendly. Dortmund striker Paco Alcacer grabbed a brace, before Sergio Ramos and Marc Bartra added to the scoreline against Ryan Giggs’ side. Luis Enrique has already shown a commitment to bringing through the next generation of Spanish talent. Against Wales, they started with a midfield trio of Saul, Rodri Hernandez and Dani Cabellos, who have a combined age of 67. Alvaro Morata was also reintroduced into the fray, although Enrique may opt to start with Rodrigo or Alcacer against England.

Szymon Marciniak is the referee for this game. The Polish official has already taken charge of two European games this season, as well as the Super Cup in August. In 82 matches, he has issued 4.15 cards per game. As a result, I would advise a maximum of 50+ total points for this fixture.

England were competitive against Spain last month, and but for the referee’s controversial decision to rule out Danny Welbeck’s late equaliser, would have drawn the game. This time around, they are without Dele Alli and Jese Lingard, which makes the task tougher. Therefore, I’m going to go for a narrow Spain victory.

Spain vs England will be televised live in the UK this evening on Sky Sports Main Event with kick off at 19:45 GMT.

Prediction: Spain 2-1 England

Suggested Tips – Spain vs England – (SKYBET)

  • Correct score, Spain to win 2-1 – 8/1.
  • Player to score in 90 mins – Harry Kane – 2/1.
  • Both Player to score – Rodrigo and Marcus Rashford to both score – 11/1.
  • FT Result and BTTS – Spain and BTTS YES – 5/2. (NAP).
  • RequestABet specials 80/1 and above – Kane to score a header and Spain to score a penalty – 125/1.
  • Scorecast Boost – Paco Alcacer to score first and Spain to win 2-1 – 50/1.

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