Sunday’s fixture list features high-stakes clashes from England to Italy and Spain, with elite clubs looking to either secure silverware or salvage their seasons. Our BettingTips4You experts have dug deep into the form books, tactical setups, and key injuries to bring you four of the day’s strongest selections across the continent. From derby drama in Manchester to a top-four battle in Serie A, each tip is backed by analysis from our in-house journalists who specialise in finding value where others don’t.
Below, you’ll find detailed betting insights, one per match, each crafted by a different expert. These aren’t guesses—they’re educated forecasts built from the latest stats and team news.
Backed by form analysis, tactical insight, and detailed stats, these tips are crafted to give you the edge when placing today’s wagers.
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Manchester United vs Manchester City
Steve Harrington; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
Pep Guardiola’s men head across the city in search of another crucial three points in the league title chase. While City’s away record has wobbled recently, their performance level remains consistently high, especially against a Manchester United side that continues to leak goals at home. The hosts have failed to register a single clean sheet in any of their last 12 matches at Old Trafford, and key defenders remain sidelined or doubtful.
Meanwhile, the visitors looked fluid and confident in their midweek win over Leicester, with Grealish finally breaking his scoring duck and Marmoush continuing to impress. United’s backline of makeshift centre-halves and midfielders out of position will struggle to contain City’s width and movement. The gulf in quality is glaring, and with De Bruyne expected to feature in what may be his last Manchester derby, expect a sharp, focused display from the visitors.
Best bet – Manchester City -1 Handicap
Newcastle United to win | |
4/6 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Newcastle are in great shape and chasing a Champions League spot, while Manchester United are struggling both in the league and with injuries. Eddie Howe’s side are on a four-match winning streak and have already beaten United twice this season, giving them a huge edge going into this one. | |
Roma vs Juventus
John Pentin; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
Sunday evening’s Serie A headline clash promises intensity, but goals could be at a premium. Roma’s resurgence under Claudio Ranieri has been fuelled by defensive discipline, with just one goal conceded across their last seven league fixtures. Juventus, meanwhile, are adjusting to life under Igor Tudor, who has already tightened things up, guiding them to a narrow 1-0 victory over Genoa last weekend. With injuries on both sides affecting attacking options—most notably Dybala’s continued absence and doubts surrounding Pellegrini—creative play may be limited.
Both goalkeepers, Svilar and Di Gregorio, are among the best shot-stoppers in the division this calendar year. Add to that the typically cautious approach these two giants take in direct encounters, and a low-scoring affair looks likely. The reverse fixture earlier this season ended 0-0, and we wouldn’t be surprised to see a similar story play out in the capital.
Best bet – Under 1.5 Goals
Under 2.5 Goals | |
4/7 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Bilbao are defensively solid but have been struggling to convert chances, with three 0-0 draws in a row. Rayo, fresh from a heavy defeat, are unlikely to open up. Bilbao’s home advantage and history in this fixture suggest a narrow win or a tight, low-scoring game is on the cards. | |
Villarreal vs Athletic Bilbao
Wolfgang Shotten; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
This clash between fourth and fifth in La Liga has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical battle. Villarreal come into the game after a morale-boosting 2-1 win over Getafe, but defensive vulnerabilities persist, having conceded 39 goals in 28 matches. Athletic Bilbao, however, travel well—taking 23 points from 14 away matches—and have a knack for grinding out results on the road.
The reverse fixture earlier this season saw Athletic win 2-0, and while both sides are chasing Champions League football, neither will want to give too much away in such a tight contest. Ayoze Pérez continues to be Villarreal’s main threat, but Valverde’s men are disciplined and tough to break down. With both clubs relatively evenly matched and cautious by nature when it comes to head-to-head clashes, a stalemate could be on the cards.
Best bet – Match to End in a Draw
Roma or Draw (Double Chance) | |
4/11 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Roma are on a 15-game unbeaten run in Serie A and have looked far more assured than a stuttering Lazio. Their strong derby record and defensive solidity give them the edge. Lazio have failed to string wins together, and their midweek defeat has exposed vulnerabilities Roma are well-equipped to exploit.
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FC Porto vs Benfica
Gram Dodd; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
Few fixtures in Portugal deliver fireworks quite like Porto vs Benfica, and Sunday’s edition should be no different. Porto have found the net in every one of their 13 home games this season and come into this fixture with back-to-back league wins, scoring five goals in their last two outings. Benfica, however, are in formidable scoring form themselves, having netted in 11 consecutive matches.
Despite sitting higher in the table, Benfica will face a Porto side full of attacking intent, especially at the Estadio do Dragao where they’ve been lethal. With the likes of Di Maria and Rafa Silva likely to start, and Porto’s tendency to attack aggressively from the first whistle, expect chances at both ends. It’s difficult to confidently pick a winner here, but both teams are more than capable of finding the net.
Best bet – Both Teams to Score
Moreirense to win | |
5/4 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Moreirense have started to click again, securing key points recently, while Rio Ave’s confidence is at rock bottom after five consecutive defeats. The visitors are leaking goals and have been poor on the road. Home advantage and a more cohesive setup make Moreirense favourites to take all three points.
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Sunday’s Super Double
Looking to boost your Sunday returns? Here’s our Daily Super Double, combining two of the day’s most promising alternate selections:
Selection 1:
Manchester United vs Manchester City
Bet – Over 2.5 Goals
Even with City’s dominance, United still pose some threat in attack with Garnacho and Fernandes likely to start. This derby often delivers drama and goals.
Selection 2:
FC Porto vs Benfica
Bet – Over 2.5 Goals
These sides have scored a combined 106 goals in the league this season. With attacking stars on both teams, the net should bulge more than twice.
Sunday’s Super Double | |
3/1 - odds when tipped | |
Reasoning The clash at St James’ Park is shaping up to be a high-octane affair, with both sides prone to defensive lapses and capable up front. In Rome, while Roma are tight at the back, derbies often defy patterns – both sides possess attacking threats and a goal apiece looks very plausible. | |
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