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Southampton vs Manchester United – Match Preview

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Southampton vs Manchester United
Saturday 1st December 2018
FA Premier League, St Mary’s Stadium

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

Southampton vs United: Manchester United take on relegation strugglers Southampton looking to close the gap on the top four.

Jose Mourinho’s side picked up a disappointing result last weekend as they drew 0-0 with Crystal Palace at Old Trafford. That result leaves them seventh in the table, seven points behind the top four. In midweek, they returned to winning ways, although they left it late. Marouane Fellaini’s 90th-minute winner saved Mourinho’s blushes as they beat Young Boys 1-0 at Old Trafford. That secured United’s route into the knockout stages; they can still top Group F with a win at Valencia as long as Juventus drop points. Romelu Lukaku recorded another game without a win, meaning he has nearly gone 1000 minutes without a goal for the Red Devils. The Belgian forward desperately needs a goal to boost his confidence. At the moment he is overthinking every movement, which often happens for strikers during a goal drought. One goal could change his season; the sooner, the better.

Southampton dropped into the bottom three after a 3-2 defeat to Fulham last weekend. The pressure is beginning to mount on Mark Hughes as their winless run continues. They now haven’t won in ten matches and have taken just eight points from 13 league games. However, they are just one point adrift from safety, so they are far from dead and buried. The Saints main issue has been goals, only Crystal Palace and Huddersfield Town (8) have scored less than their 11 goals. If they are to find a way to survive, they are going to have to find the net more often. Whether that is through a change of system, manager, or personnel, remains to be seen.

Kevin Friend is the referee for this game. The Englishman has officiated nine top-flight games this season. In that time, he has accumulated an average booking points total of 34.4. Therefore, I would recommend a maximum of 50+ points or this fixture.

Manchester United are desperate for a win and Southampton seem the perfect opposition for them right now. The Saints are in dire form and that could hand the Red Devils a much-needed three points.

Southampton vs Manchester United will be televised live in the UK on BT Sport 1 with kick-off at 17:30 GMT.

Prediction: Southampton 0-2 Manchester United

Suggested Tips – Southampton vs Manchester United – (BET365):

  • Correct score: Manchester United win 2-0 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Southampton vs Manchester United – (SKYBET):

  • Price Boost – Player to score from outside the area – Paul Pogba – 15/2.
  • Scorecast Boost – Romelu Lukaku to score first and Manchester United to win 3-0 – 60/1.
  • Correct Score Group Betting – Manchester United to win 1-0, 2-0 or 2-1 – 15/8.
  • RequestABet Specials – 80/1 and above – Ings to score, Southampton to win and Shaw & Smalling to be carded – 150/1.
  • RequestABet Specials – 11/1 to 28/1 – Lukaku to score, Manchester Utd to win, over 2.5 goals and 50+ match booking points – 11/1.

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Sheffield United vs Leeds United – Match Preview

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Sheffield United vs Leeds United
Saturday 1st December 2018
SkyBet Championship, Bramall Lane

Live on Sky Sports Main Event – Kick-Off: 12:30 GMT

Sheffield United vs Leeds United: Two of the Championship’s early-season front runners face off in a Yorkshire derby as Sheffield United host Leeds United at Bramall Lane.

Sheffield United returned to winning ways in midweek with a vital 3-2 victory over Brentford. Leon Clarke grabbed his second of the season in the 72nd minute, which proved to be the winner. That was the Blades first win in three matches and only their second in six outings. That leaves Chris Wilder’s men in fifth place on 34 points, but they are only two points behind their visitors, who occupy second. After a spell of playing the same team, Wilder made several changes to try and freshen up his side. It will be interesting to see if he reverts to his trusted players, or stick with those who got the three points in the capital. West Brom and Derby set to visit Bramall Lane in the next four matches, it’s vital United start to beat the sides around them to remain in the top six.

Leeds sealed back to back home wins in midweek with a 1-0 win over Reading. Bailey Peakcock-Farrell made a crucial stoppage-time penalty save to ensure it was two wins and two clean sheets for the Whites in four days. That stop will give the Northern Irishman a boost in confidence after a poor run of form. BPF has come under criticism from some quarters of the Elland Road faithful this campaign, but at the age of 22, he has plenty of potential. With Jamal Blackman breaking his leg, Leeds are bound to dip into the January market for reinforcements between the sticks. Kemar Roofe and Pablo Hernandez chipped in with the goals at the weekend, once again highlighting their importance to Leeds. If the United can keep those two quiet, the Whites will be in for a tough afternoon.

Oliver Langford is the referee for this game. The Englishman has officiated 12 second-tier matches this season. In that time, he has accumulated an average booking points total of 12.3 and is yet to show a red card this season. Therefore, I would advise a maximum of 50+ total points for this derby fixture.

This game is likely to be blood and thunder, with both managers well known for their attacking style. As a result, we are bound to see an exciting spectacle, which I think will end in a draw.

Sheffield United vs Leeds United will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event with kick off at 12:30 GMT.

Prediction: Sheffield United 2-2 Leeds United

Suggested Tips – Sheffield United vs Leeds United – (BET365):

  • Correct score: Draw 2-2 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Sheffield United vs Leeds United – (SKYBET):

  • To Score & Win –  Pablo Hernandez – 7/2.
  • Both Players to score – Billy Sharp & Kemar Roofe – 9/2.
  • Correct Score Group Betting – Sheffield United to win 1-0, 2-0 or 2-1 – 9/4.
  • Popular RequestABet – Over 1.5 goals, 5+ Sheffield Utd corners, 3+ Leeds corners and 10+ booking points each team – 13/8.
  • Popular RequestABet – Kemar Roofe 2+ shots on target, Oliver Norwood 2+ tackles and Billy Sharp 2+ offsides – 16/1.

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Cardiff City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers – Match Preview

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Cardiff City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Friday 30th November 2018
FA Premier League, Cardiff City Stadium

Live on Sky Sports Main Event – Kick-Off: 20:00 GMT

Cardiff vs Wolves: Cardiff City will be looking to aid their bid for Premier League survival when they take on fellow top-flight newcomers Wolves.

Neil Warnock’s side sit 19th in the Premier League table on eight points but are just one point adrift of safety. The Bluebirds have picked up seven of their eight points at home so far this season. That proves what many thought before a ball was kicked; their survival will depend on their form in South Wales. Surprisingly, Cardiff have conceded the second highest amount of goals at home this season (14). Only Fulham (15) have leaked more, although they have played one less match infront of their own crowd. Cardiff’s main issue, however, has been scoring goals. Midfielder Callum Paterson has been turned into an emergency make-shift striker in recent weeks. The Scotsman has scored three goals as a frontman, which makes him their top goalscorer.

Wolves have been on a very poor run of form, which has seen them slip closer to the relegation zone. After a strong start to the campaign, Nun Espirito Santo’s sides are six games without a win, losing five of those. Last weekend they were humbled by Huddersfield Town at Molineux as they came away with a 2-0 win. It was a poor showing from Wolves, which has seen calls for a change in tactic. Nuno has often stuck with a rigid 3-4-3 system, but some fans have suggested bolstering the midfielder by adding an extra man in the middle.

These two sides produced one of the most dramatic games in the Championship last season. Then league leaders Wolves won 1-0, with Cardiff missing not one, but two penalties in stoppage time at the end of the game.

Andre Marriner is the referee for this game. The Englishman has officiated 11 top-flight matches this season. In that time, he has accumulated an average booking points total of 30. Therefore, I would advise a maximum of 50+ total points for this fixture.

If this game is anything like last season, both sets of fans will be in for a treat. Both of these sides are struggling for form, and that makes me think this one could end level.

Cardiff City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event with kick-off at 20:00 GMT.

Prediction: Cardiff City 1-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers 

Suggested Tips – Cardiff City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers – (BET365)

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

Suggested Tips – Cardiff City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers – (SKYBET)

  • Price Boost – Player to score outside the area – Ruben Neves – 12/1.
  • To Score & Win – Paterson to score and Cardiff to win – 15/2.
  • Popular RequestABet – Paterson to score a header and Neves to score from outside the area – 80/1.

  • RequestABet 80/1 and above – 1-1 Draw and no booking points – 100/1.

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