Top football tips for Tuesday: Our experts cover Real Madrid, Red Star, Lincoln and Ferencváros. Goals and winners highlighted. Read on to view the expert tips and today’s Super Double.
Let’s now dive into the top football tips of the day.
18+. Play Safe. From 00:01 on 18.10.2022. £30 bonus. New customers only. Minimum £10 stake on odds of 1/2 (1.5) or greater on sportsbook (excluding Virtual markets). Further terms apply. #Ad. 18+Only, gambleaware.org | New customers only. 7 days to place qualifying bet of £10 at 1/1 (2.0) to receive 4 x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 football, 1 x £10 horse racing & 2 x £10 Bet Builders. Free Bets cannot be used on e-sports and non-UK/IE horse racing. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. Full T&Cs apply. #Ad. 18+Only, gambleaware.org | Open Account Offer – New Customers only. Bet £10 and get £30 in Free Bets when you join bet365. Sign up, deposit between £5 and £10 to your account and bet365 will give you five times that value in Free Bets when you place qualifying bets to the same value settle. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits. Min odds/bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. T&Cs , time limits & exclusions apply. Registration Required. #Ad. 18+ Only, gambleaware.org | New customers only. Register, deposit with Debit Card, and place first bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility exclusions & T&Cs Apply. | New cust only. Opt-in required. Deposit & place a bet within 7 days and settle a £10 minimum bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater to be credited with 3 x £10 Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Free Bet Builder and 1 x £10 football. Free Bets cannot be used on e-sports and non-UK/IE horse racing. 7 day expiry. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply. Acca Club: Available to new & existing customers. 3 or more selections. Min Odds: 3/10 (1.3) per leg. Max stake: £500. Max Winnings: £200,000 per boost. Profit Boost amounts vary. Horse Racing, Greyhounds & Trotting excluded. Exclusions apply. Full T&C’s apply. 18+ GambleAware.org. | New bettors; Code SPORT; Wager deposit & bonus 8x; Max qualifying bet stake=initial bonus; Valid 60 days; Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply; T&Cs Apply; 18+ | Please gamble responsibly #Ad. 18+Only, gambleaware.org |
📊 Three Key Stats Behind Today’s Picks
- Red Star have scored 14 goals in their last four matches.
- Northampton have failed to score in two of their first three league games.
- Real Madrid have not lost to Osasuna in La Liga since 2011.
Northampton Town vs Lincoln City
Herrin Kendrick; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
Northampton have endured a sluggish opening to the new League One campaign, with just one point gained across their first three matches. Kevin Nolan’s side look short of attacking spark, having found the net only once so far. Their defensive setup also looks shaky, with Wigan and Stevenage both breaking them down comfortably.
Lincoln, meanwhile, have shown more balance in their performances, with three wins across competitions already under Michael Skubala. Their attack is varied, with James Collins scoring twice last weekend and Reeco Hackett-Fairchild providing width. The Imps have also enjoyed recent success at Sixfields, unbeaten in their last four trips.
Given Northampton’s lack of potency up front but Lincoln’s ability to grind out results, this looks like a contest where goals might be limited. The visitors will fancy their chances of nicking a narrow victory, while the Cobblers’ struggles suggest little attacking output.
Best bet – Under 2.5 Goals
Under 2.5 Goals | |
6/10 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Northampton are misfiring in attack, while Lincoln are disciplined away from home. With the Cobblers struggling for goals and the Imps often efficient rather than expansive, a low-scoring game looks most likely. Under 2.5 Goals appears the most sensible angle. | |
Ferencváros vs Qarabag FK
Wolfgang Shotten; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
The stakes are immense as Ferencváros welcome Qarabag in the first leg of the Champions League playoff. Robbie Keane’s Hungarian champions have impressed at home in qualifying, scoring freely against FC Noah and Ludogorets. Barnabás Varga has been their main outlet, already netting four times in Europe this term.
Qarabag, though, are a tough outfit who rarely collapse on big occasions. Gurban Gurbanov’s team have breezed past Shelbourne and Shkendija, scoring seven goals across the two ties. With Leandro Andrade and Nariman Akhundzada both carrying threats, they will back themselves to score in Budapest.
Both teams enter with confidence, and given the attacking form on display, this could prove far more open than a typical first-leg playoff. Ferencváros are unlikely to keep a clean sheet, but equally their front line should break through against a Qarabag side that often trade blows in Europe.
Best bet – Over 2.5 Goals
Over 2.5 Goals | |
1/1 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Ferencváros are potent at home, while Qarabag bring attacking form into this tie. With both sides boasting in-form forwards, the match looks set for goals. Over 2.5 Goals is the smart selection. | |
Red Star Belgrade vs Pafos FC
Linus Bergström; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
Red Star carry enormous pedigree into this Champions League playoff, boasting an unbeaten run at home that stretches back months. Their recent European form has been ruthless, dismantling Lincoln Red Imps and overcoming Lech Poznań with attacking intent. Cherif Ndiaye and Bruno Duarte provide serious firepower, supported by a creative midfield.
Pafos, however, are not to be underestimated. The Cypriot champions shocked Dynamo Kyiv with two wins and clean sheets in the previous round, demonstrating organisation and counter-attacking ability. Players like Mislav Oršić and Muamer Tanković bring European experience, while Vlad Dragomir adds quality on the flank.
Still, facing Red Star in Belgrade is a daunting task. The Serbian champions thrive on quick transitions and relentless pressing, often overwhelming visiting sides. With Pafos unlikely to park the bus given their own attacking strengths, the ingredients are there for a game where goals come in bunches.
Best bet – Over 2.5 Goals
Over 2.5 Goals | |
3/5 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Red Star are powerful at home, while Pafos arrive with attacking confidence. Both sides have players capable of scoring, suggesting a match with chances at either end. Over 2.5 Goals looks best. | |
Real Madrid vs Osasuna
John Pentin; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
Real Madrid launch their La Liga season at El Sadar against Osasuna. Xabi Alonso’s men are under pressure to start strongly after Barcelona picked up three points at the weekend. The arrival of Kylian Mbappé alongside Vinícius Júnior provides enormous attacking quality, while Rodrygo and Brahim Díaz can also threaten.
Even with Antonio Rüdiger suspended and Jude Bellingham injured, Madrid’s attacking depth remains impressive. They scored four in a pre-season win over WSG Tirol, while their semi-final run at the Club World Cup demonstrated both their strengths and weaknesses.
Osasuna are no pushovers, though. Ante Budimir was one of La Liga’s top scorers last season with 21 goals, and Alessio Lisci’s side are capable of testing elite opposition, as shown by their 1-1 draw with Madrid earlier this year. However, with Madrid’s forward options, a high-scoring opener looks probable.
Best bet – Over 2.5 Goals
Over 2.5 Goals | |
21/50 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Madrid boast immense attacking talent, while Osasuna have a striker in Budimir who can punish mistakes. With both sides likely to contribute, and Madrid eager to impress, Over 2.5 Goals is the standout option. | |
🧲 Tuesday Super Double
Feeling brave? Try our Daily Super Double, combining two alternative bets from today’s featured matches:
- Northampton Town vs Lincoln City – Lincoln to Win
- Red Star Belgrade vs Pafos FC – Both Teams to Score
Rationale:
The Super Double combines Lincoln’s greater momentum against struggling Northampton with both teams finding the net in Red Star v Pafos. Lincoln’s form and away record suggest value, while Red Star’s attacking style and Pafos’ counter-threat point strongly towards goals at both ends. Balanced, realistic and high-value.
Tuesday’s Super Double | |
3/1 - odds when tipped | |
Reasoning The Super Double combines Lincoln’s greater momentum against struggling Northampton with both teams finding the net in Red Star v Pafos. Lincoln’s form and away record suggest value, while Red Star’s attacking style and Pafos’ counter-threat point strongly towards goals at both ends. Balanced, realistic and high-value. | |
Enhance your betting game with our daily free betting tips, predictions, and accumulators.
For more betting tips and news, check out:
Don’t forget to visit our Free Bets page for the best possible value from our Today’s Football Predictions, as well as our Predictions for Tomorrow’s Football Predictions.
