Sports Tips and Predictions
Belgian Grand Prix: Hamilton and Verstappen joint favourites
After a dramatic change in fortunes, bookmakers can’t split Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen in their Belgian Grand Prix predictions. In just two races, Hamilton went from 33 points behind in the title race to leading by eight during the summer break.
Olympics betting odds: Muir medal hope for Team GB
With the athletics in full flow and the action in other sports hotting up, we’re taking a daily look at the latest Olympics betting odds available to punters. There have already been lots of emotional triumphs in Tokyo but the best could be yet to come as track stars go for gold.
South Africa vs Lions: Springboks to shade decider
South Africa are in a strong position ahead of Saturday’s series decider against the Lions after last week’s dominant display. The Springboks bounced back from an opening 22-17 defeat to run away with the second Test, outplaying the tourists in a 27-9 triumph.
European football tips: Five strong Saturday fancies
We’ve got five Saturday selections from France and Portugal for our latest European football tips and are chasing a near-13/1 acca. Don’t forget to check out bwin’s Enhanced Accas page for daily price boosts on multiple bets featuring teams from all over the world.
Football accumulator tips: Five Saturday EFL selections
We’ve got five selections from Saturday’s Championship, League One and League Two matches for our football accumulator tips and are eyeing a 32/1 pay-out. Don’t forget to check out bwin’s Enhanced Accas page for daily price boosts on multiple bets all over the world.
Coventry vs Nottingham Forest: Sky Blues appeal
Coventry are back at their home stadium after two years sharing with Birmingham and can celebrate by beating Nottingham Forest. Just three points and one place separated these teams in the Championship table last term, but City finished far more strongly.
Fulham vs Middlesbrough: Tight tussle is expected
Fulham are favourites for promotion from the Championship but Middlesbrough are no mugs either and a close contest could be on the cards. The hosts ended last season with a miserable run of Premier League results and have plenty to prove here, despite an obvious drop in class.
Sheff Utd vs Birmingham: Blades can do just enough
Sheffield United will be delighted to have their passionate fans back inside Bramall Lane for Saturday’s Championship opener with Birmingham. The Blades missed those supporters when relegated from the Premier League last term but look well placed to bounce straight back.
Bournemouth vs West Brom: Cherries have fitness edge
Bournemouth entertain West Brom in this season’s Championship curtain-raiser and we’re siding with the Cherries on Friday night. They already have the benefit of a 5-0 EFL Cup win over MK Dons under their belts, along with home advantage at Vitality Stadium.
Spain vs Brazil: La Rojita tipped to strike gold
Spain were our pre-tournament pick for gold at the Tokyo Olympics and we’re sticking with them to edge out Brazil in Saturday’s final. Both teams have had to work hard to get through the knockout stages but the best two squads in the tournament will feature in the decider.
Japan vs Mexico: Hosts hungrier for bronze
Japan were beaten in the 2012 bronze medal match but are fancied to edge out Mexico on home turf in this summer’s third-place play-off. Both teams narrowly failed to upset the odds at the semi-final stage and we just feel the hosts may now be more fired up for this contest.
Europa Conference League predictions: Four Thursday fancies
We’ve got four Europa Conference League predictions from Thursday’s first-leg qualifiers and will land a 25/2 accumulator if they all come in. Don’t forget to check out bwin’s Enhanced Accas page for daily price boosts on multiple bets from all over the world.
Europa League predictions: Thursday acca on qualifiers
We’ve got five Europa League predictions for Thursday’s first-leg qualifiers and will land a near-13/1 accumulator if they all come in. Also, watch out for bwin’s Enhanced Accas, with price boosts provided on a number of popular combinations in all leading competitions.
Galatasaray vs St Johnstone: Tough test for Saints
St Johnstone will be relishing a crack at Turkish giants Galatasaray in the Europa League qualifiers but may have their limitations exposed in Istanbul. Callum Davidson’s Scottish Cup winners were only fifth in the Premiership and this looks a tough test.
Jablonec vs Celtic: Hoops hoping to steady ship
Ange Postecoglou has had to endure a baptism of fire as Celtic boss and will be hoping for a much-needed boost when visiting Jablonec. The Hoops travel to the Czech Republic for the first leg of this Europa League qualifier looking to regroup after a shaky start to the season.
Australia women vs USA women: Stars and Stripes to rally
USA have laboured for much of the women’s event at the Tokyo Olympics but may improve with the pressure off when taking on Australia. Bronze medals are up for grabs, but this is still a chance for the Stars and Stripes to relax a bit and open up more in Kashima.
Sweden women vs Canada women: Scandinavians stand out
Sweden have claimed five straight wins in the women’s Olympics tournament and can make it six of the best when facing Canada in the final. The Cannucks will be buoyed by having upset USA in the semis but we feel this is an even stiffer test on current form.
Malmo vs Rangers: Light Blues to settle for stalemate
Rangers made an impressive start to their new season on Saturday but will still be wary of Malmo ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League qualifier. The Swedes are 13 games into their domestic campaign and have already come through one round, plus they have a good record versus Scottish sides.
Premier League top scorer odds: AWOL Kane still heads betting
Despite ongoing speculation over his future, Harry Kane is 7/2 joint-favourite in bwin’s early Premier League top scorer odds. The England captain claimed Golden Boot glory for the third time last season when netting 23 times for Tottenham.
Champions League predictions: Tuesday first-leg acca
We’ve got Champions League predictions from Tuesday’s third qualifying round first-leg matches and are hoping to land a 41/1-plus pay-out. Don’t forget to watch out for bwin’s Enhanced Accas, with price boosts provided on a number of popular combinations throughout all competitions.
PSV vs Midtjylland: Go Dutch in Champions League
PSV really caught the eye going forward in two wins over Galatasaray and are expected to prove too strong for Midtjylland. The Danish visitors upset Celtic in the last round of Champions League qualifiers but may be brought back down to earth at Philips Stadion.
Japan vs Spain: La Rojita to shade hosts
Spain found their shooting boots just in time to see off Ivory Coast and can build on that by beating Japan in the Olympics semi-finals. The hosts did well during the group phase but failed to impress when only getting past New Zealand on penalties.
Mexico vs Brazil: Selecao have more star quality
The last two Olympic champions face off in this summer’s first semi-final and holders Brazil get the nod to edge out 2012 winners Mexico. El Tri have been great to watch in Tokyo but their next opponents are a class apart on paper and possess far more big-match experience.
Australia women vs Sweden women: Stick with Scandinavians
Australia showed great spirit to edge out Great Britain but Sweden have been the stand-out team at the Tokyo Olympics. The Scandinavians prevailed 4-2 when these sides met during the group stage and are fancied to come out on top in another high-tempo semi-final clash.
USA women vs Canada women: Extra-time to be needed
USA have all the pedigree but Canada are fancied to be competitive in their women’s Olympics semi-final on current form at this tournament. Both teams had to go all the way to penalties at the last-eight stage and we feel this tie is destined to be another close encounter.
Glorious Goodwood tips: Selections for every race on Saturday
We’re finishing off our Glorious Goodwood tips for this year’s Sussex festival with seven expert picks for the closing card on day five. The Group Two Lillie Langtry Stakes is Saturday’s feature event, while the Stewards’ Cup is always a huge betting heat for punters.
USA vs Mexico: El Tri can retain Gold Cup in Nevada
USA and Mexico both scrambled through their CONCACAF Gold Cup semi-finals but El Tri have been more impressive overall during this tournament. Home advantage will also mean nothing for the Stars and Stripes as their opponents are assured of strong support in Nevada.
Leicester vs Man City: Foxes better prepared for Wembley
Man City have claimed two Community Shield victories under Pep Guardiola but the Spaniard seems less fired up for this year’s clash with Leicester. Guardiola has declared he will have to “play with a second team” due to star names returning late from international duty.
Rangers vs Livingston: Champions to hit ground running
With 23,000 fans allowed into Ibrox, Rangers can begin the new Scottish Premiership campaign by again celebrating last season’s stunning title triumph. Steven Gerrard’s side ended Celtic’s dominance north of the border when topping the table by 25 points.
Hearts vs Celtic: Hoops to recover from Euro blow
Celtic can put a heart-breaking Champions League exit behind them to start their Scottish Premiership campaign with a win at Hearts. The Jambos easily earned promotion from the Championship and have done well in the Premier Sports Cup but now step up in class.
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