This Sunday’s selections focus on teams with strong home records and favourable matchups. Roma have been dominant at home and face a Como side that struggles on the road. Marseille will be looking to bounce back against a Nantes side that has been inconsistent, while Manchester United host a tricky Fulham side in the FA Cup, where their attack is expected to shine. These picks provide a solid foundation for well-researched best bets of the days.
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Roma vs Como
Tyler Morris; Sports Journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale
Roma have been a force at home this season, winning nine of their last ten matches across all competitions. Claudio Ranieri has rejuvenated the side, making them one of Serie A’s most in-form teams, as evidenced by their haul of 20 points from the last eight league games—more than any other side in that period. Their defensive solidity has been impressive, restricting opponents to minimal goal-scoring opportunities.
Como, despite recent wins over Fiorentina and Napoli, have relied on clinical finishing rather than sustained attacking dominance. Their underlying statistics suggest they have overperformed in recent victories, registering an expected goals (xG) of just 0.8 and 0.7 in those games. Furthermore, Como have struggled against the division’s stronger teams, losing five of their eight away fixtures against top-ten sides. Given Roma’s superior form and Como’s inconsistency on the road, the hosts look set for another comfortable victory.
Best Bet – Roma to Win & Over 2.5 Goals
Mjällby to Win the First Half | |
21/10 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Mjällby have scored early in four of their last six home outings, and their high-energy starts could unsettle a weakened Malmo side. With confidence soaring and the home crowd behind them, the league leaders are a strong shout to be in front at the break. | |
Marseille vs Nantes
Herrin Kendrick; Sports Journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale
Marseille are aiming to keep their Champions League aspirations alive, and a win at home against Nantes is crucial. Roberto De Zerbi’s men have shown their attacking quality this season, ranking as the second-highest scorers in Ligue 1 with 50 goals. Their recent home form has been solid, going unbeaten in their last six home league matches.
Nantes, meanwhile, have struggled on their travels. Their defensive frailties were brutally exposed in a 7-1 thrashing at Monaco recently, and they remain one of the most vulnerable teams in Ligue 1, having conceded 40 goals in 23 games. While they have managed to grind out results, they have won just two of their last 11 league matches. Given Marseille’s attacking prowess and Nantes’ defensive struggles, backing goals in this fixture seems a logical choice.
Best Bet – Over 2.5 Goals
Under 2.5 Goals | |
4/6 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning This is likely to be a chess match, not a shootout. With both teams strong at the back and the stakes high, goals should be at a premium. Fluminense’s tight defence and Inter’s conservative setup make the under a smart choice.
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Manchester United vs Fulham
John Pentin; Sports Journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale
Manchester United are still in the hunt to retain the FA Cup and will be eager to put in a dominant display at Old Trafford. Their recent form has been mixed, but they remain a formidable force at home. Alejandro Garnacho has been a standout performer in cup competitions, consistently testing goalkeepers with his attacking intent. He averages 3.0 shots per game in cup competitions, higher than his league average.
Fulham, on the other hand, have found some consistency, winning four of their last five matches. They have been scoring freely away from home, with Rodrigo Muniz proving to be a key attacking outlet. Given United’s defensive vulnerabilities and Fulham’s attacking form, both teams finding the net seems likely in what should be an entertaining contest.
Best Bet – Both Teams to Score
Exactly 2 Goals in the Match | |
29/10 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning With Djurgården involved, goal fests are rare. They average 1.8 total goals per game, and their matches often end 1-0 or 1-1. Norrköping’s attack might grab one, but their defence will probably concede. A 1-1 or 2-0 result feels right, making “exactly 2 goals” good value. | |
Rio Ave vs Braga
Wolfgang Shotten; Sports Journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale
Braga have been in excellent form, winning six of their last seven league matches as they push for a top-three finish. They also boast the best away record in the Primeira Liga, picking up 26 points from 11 away matches while conceding just five goals. Their defensive strength has been key to their recent success, with just one goal conceded in their last six league outings.
Rio Ave, by contrast, have struggled to find consistency, winning just two of their last 11 matches. Their inability to turn draws into wins has left them hovering near the relegation zone. Braga’s well-organised defence and ability to control matches away from home make them strong favourites to take all three points.
Best Bet – Braga to Win
Second Half to Have Most Goals | |
23/20 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning City tend to dominate possession early but often break teams down later. Al-Hilal will defend deep and force patience, making it likely the second half sees more action. Expect Guardiola’s men to up the tempo and find spaces as the game progresses. | |
Sunday’s Super Double
For those looking for a standout double, we’ve picked two selections from today’s tips that offer excellent value:
- Roma to Win & Over 2.5 Goals
- Braga to Win
These two selections bring together teams with dominant home and away records, making them a strong combination for a Sunday double.
Monday’s Super Double | |
12/1 - odds when tipped | |
Reasoning Djurgården’s matches are typically low-scoring, and they’ve kept things tight defensively, making a clean sheet highly likely. In Charlotte, Fluminense’s discipline and Inter’s bluntness without key midfielders suggest a stalemate. Combining these two logical outcomes gives a value double for Monday’s slate. | |
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