The Champions League returns with titans clashing in North London and Munich, while the Championship continues to deliver twists as promotion hopefuls and relegation battlers collide. We’ve called in four of our seasoned analysts to handpick today’s most valuable wagers, backed by form, insight, and stats you won’t want to ignore.
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Arsenal vs Real Madrid
Tyler Morris; Senior Football Analyst at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
The Emirates will play host to a blockbuster European quarter-final as Arsenal look to preserve their excellent home form against Real Madrid. Mikel Arteta’s side have gone unbeaten in ten Champions League fixtures in North London, with eight clean sheets along the way. Despite key injuries, Arsenal’s intensity remains high, and the likely return of Saka to the starting XI adds serious threat. While Real Madrid are serial winners in this competition, recent defeats to Valencia and a shaky penalty win over Atletico Madrid point to vulnerabilities. The Spanish champions are without Tchouaméni and several key defenders, and they arrive at the Emirates having never beaten Arsenal in a competitive fixture. With momentum on their side and Madrid showing cracks, the Gunners are in a strong position to avoid defeat and possibly edge it on the night.
Best bet – Arsenal double chance (win or draw)
Under 2.5 Goals | |
4/9 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Derry’s newly restructured defence and Drogheda’s travel troubles suggest a tight encounter at the Brandywell. With both sides wary of conceding ground in the European chase, expect a tactical battle rather than an open shootout. | |
Bayern Munich vs Inter Milan
Wolfgang Shotten; European Football Editor at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
A quarter-final brimming with pedigree sees Bayern Munich face Inter Milan, and it’s a fixture that promises chances aplenty. The Germans have averaged nearly three goals per game in this competition and haven’t tasted defeat at the Allianz in the Champions League since 2019. Despite missing Musiala and Neuer, Bayern still boast a fearsome attack spearheaded by Harry Kane, who already has ten goals in this year’s tournament. Inter, for their part, are usually resolute but have shown vulnerability on the road — conceding twice at Parma and failing to shut out opponents in six of their last eight away matches. With both teams missing defensive personnel and fielding high-powered forward lines, there’s a strong case for a match with multiple goals, especially in an open first leg.
Best bet – Over 2.5 goals
Mipo Odubeko to Score Anytime | |
15/8 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Odubeko’s movement and Shelbourne’s likely counter-attacking setup should trouble a Galway side missing their star man. With space to run into and confidence from recent form, he’s primed to hit the scoresheet.
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Middlesbrough vs Leeds
Steve Harrington; Championship Specialist at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
The Riverside has become something of a fortress again for Middlesbrough, who come into this game full of belief after winning five of their last seven league fixtures. Their home form is peaking at just the right time, with three straight victories showing a side rediscovering structure and attacking intent. Leeds, meanwhile, are faltering. Three consecutive draws, a loss of rhythm in the final third, and a habit of conceding first on the road have derailed their automatic promotion push. Boro’s balance, work rate, and quality in transition make them difficult to contain, and Carrick’s tactical flexibility has been key in adapting to key injuries. With confidence flowing through the squad and the crowd behind them, Middlesbrough are well-placed to claim all three points.
Best bet – Middlesbrough to win
Both Teams to Score | |
19/20 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Both sides possess enough attacking threats to find the net, with Shamrock keen to respond after a rare defeat and Waterford arriving with growing confidence. Expect chances at both ends.
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Stoke City vs Luton Town
Herrin Kendrick; Tactical Football Writer at BettingTips4You
Rationale:
This bottom-half clash could turn out to be a cautious, low-scoring affair. Stoke’s last three home matches have seen just three goals in total, and their attacking numbers remain modest despite some improvement in results. Luton, despite recent progress, are lacking firepower due to a raft of injuries in forward areas. With Adebayo, Brown, and Baptiste all sidelined, their goal threat is considerably diminished. Both sides know what’s at stake and are likely to prioritise not losing over risking too much early on. Luton have kept three clean sheets in five and Stoke have improved defensively too. A cagey 1-0 or 1-1 seems more likely than a goal-fest.
Best bet – Under 2.5 goals
Bohemians to Win to Nil
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29/20 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Bohemians are strong at home, organised in defence and facing a Sligo side struggling to create chances. With the visitors low on confidence and missing key players, expect a controlled win and clean sheet. | |
Tuesday’s Super Double
Fancy something extra? Try today’s Super Double for added value. We’ve picked two smart alternatives that complement your acca selections.
Leg 1 – Bayern Munich vs Inter Milan
Tip: Both Teams To Score
Despite Inter’s historic defensive strength, they’re unlikely to keep Bayern quiet at the Allianz. Meanwhile, Thuram and Martínez have the tools to exploit Bayern’s injury-hit backline.
Leg 2 – Middlesbrough vs Leeds
Tip: Under 2.5 Goals
Leeds have gone off the boil in attack, and Middlesbrough’s structured approach could limit opportunities. A 1-0 or 2-0 home win feels the most plausible.
Friday’s Super Double | |
3/1 - odds when tipped | |
Reasoning This double covers two matches that promise drama. Galway and Shelbourne both have defensive vulnerabilities, and with creative players on each side, three goals is a real possibility. Meanwhile, St Pat’s are overdue a strong performance and will see Cork’s leaky backline as a perfect opportunity to regain momentum. | |
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