It's challenging to envision anything other than a decisive home victory for Atletico Madrid. The only question is by how many goals they will secure the win.

Almeria's performance has been dismal, languishing at the bottom without a single victory this season in 15 games, with only four draws to their name. Their struggles are particularly evident when facing formidable opponents away, such as a 5-2 loss to Girona, a 3-0 defeat to Athletic Bilbao, and even a struggling Sevilla managed to beat them 5-1.

Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, boasts a flawless record at home, having won all seven games this season. Despite their reputation for securing victories with narrow margins, this season they stand as the fourth-highest-scoring team at home.

The spread has been set at two, and I am inclined to believe that it is more probable that they will win this game by two or more goals rather than by just a single goal.

Take Atletico to cover the spread.

There is just one point separating these two teams in Serie A, so a close match is envisioned. However, upon analysis, Frosinone appears to be a solid bet at favorable odds.

In terms of recent form, Torino does have the upper hand. Still, when you focus on the respective home and away form, it is Frosinone's record that stands out as better.

Frosinone has won five of its last six home games, drawing the other, which translates to 16 points from a possible 18.

Torino, on the other hand, has been inconsistent away from home. They have won just once in their last five road games, and the three losses in that sequence saw them fail to score in any of those games.

All things considered, I am backing Frosinone.

Inter Milan welcomes Udinese to the San Siro after tough back-to-back away Serie A games at Juventus and Napoli. Returning from those trips unbeaten and with four points earned, Udinese should provide a manageable challenge for them to overcome. The Nerazzurri have demonstrated their status as favorites to win the league by easily defeating much tougher opponents.

Scoring three goals at Napoli indicates their attacking prowess, having scored six goals in their last two games. With this goal-scoring form, they are well-equipped to face Udinese in this match.

On the other hand, Udinese has not won any of their last four matches, and AS Roma scored three times against them two matches ago. Considering Udinese's recent defensive vulnerabilities, I anticipate Inter Milan to capitalize even further.

Given Udinese's struggles in scoring, having scored more than once in only one of their last five matches, i expect Inter Milan to secure a victory in this game by at least a two-goal margin.

Take Inter to cover the spread

Ajax is regaining form after a difficult start to the season that prompted fan violence at the club. Despite being 24 points off the top of the league standings, it seems challenging for them to secure the league title. However, they are still in contention for a Champions League spot, emphasizing the importance of maintaining their winning streak.

Sparta has had a solid start to the season and currently shares the same number of points with Ajax before this match. Nevertheless, Ajax is in excellent form, having won three consecutive league matches leading up to this fixture.

In previous encounters, Ajax has dominated this fixture, exemplified by a four-goal victory in their last meeting, showcasing why they are considered one of the top clubs in the league.

Ajax has been prolific in their recent performances, scoring ten goals in their last three league games. With their current momentum, it is anticipated that they will continue their winning streak and secure a victory in this match by at least a two-goal margin.

Take Ajax to cover the spread

Arsenal are set to face their second league defeat of the season when they visit Aston Villa for this Premier League game. The Gunners have performed admirably well this season and head into this game at the top of the Premier League table. However, they are up against an Aston Villa side that is unbeaten in 14 consecutive home league games, having won every single one of those matches.

One of the most remarkable performances was in their last home game against Manchester City, where they outplayed the defending champions and secured a 1-0 victory. Although Arsenal is the last team to have won at Villa Park and has won their last two visits to this ground, Villa is currently in rich form, making it challenging to envision a Gunners' victory.

Mikel Arteta’s side has also displayed some vulnerabilities in their recent games, struggling to secure wins. This fixture might be the one where they finally suffer a loss.

Take Villa to win

Dortmund faces another challenging game following their match against Bayer Leverkusen last time out. BVB demonstrated in that draw that they remain a competitive team capable of challenging the top sides in the league. At the beginning of this season, it appeared Bayer might take their place as the second most competitive side in the league, but the draw against Leverkusen showed they are still in contention.

In this match Dortmund will face another exciting Bundesliga side, RB Leipzig, promising a game that captures the interest of all football enthusiasts. Under Marco Rose, Leipzig has adopted a fine style of attacking football that poses challenges for their opponents, similar to BVB's style.

The predictability of the score is challenging because both clubs boast players capable of scoring numerous goals. Dortmund suffered a defeat in the DFB Pokal in their last competitive game, failing to score. However, they are one of the high-scoring sides in the league with 26 goals, while Leipzig has already netted 31 times.

Given the attacking prowess of both teams, this game is poised to be a festival of goals, and an expectation of at least four goals after 90 minutes seems reasonable.

Take over 3.25 goals

Two of the most inconsistent teams in the Championship meet in this game as Rotherham aims to secure a home win against Swansea. Swansea has faced difficulties in the Championship since their relegation from the Premier League and now finds themselves in a precarious position, potentially facing relegation once again. This game holds significant importance for them, as they strive to avoid a loss while Rotherham seeks to climb out of the relegation spots.

Both teams have displayed identical form in recent weeks, with the host losing two and drawing the other three of their last five matches. Swansea has mirrored this form, making the match crucial for both sides. Anticipating the home team to avoid a defeat in this encounter seems reasonable.

Rotherham and Swansea have played to draws in their last two meetings, and if the home team doesn't secure a victory in this game, it is likely to result in another share of the spoils.

Take Rotherham to cover the spread

Wolves recovered from a two-game losing streak to secure their first clean sheet since August in their recent match against Burnley. The team is performing admirably, considering the loss of key players this season and the transition under a new manager.

This upcoming game provides another opportunity for Wolves to secure a victory, and it might be the last chance for Steve Cooper at Nottingham Forest. Forest has experienced inconsistency since their return to the Premier League, narrowly avoiding relegation last season. Unfortunately, they have not capitalized on that success this term and are currently on a concerning run of form.

The visitors have lost their last four consecutive games, and I expect further struggles for them at Wolves, adding to their current problems. Notably, Nottingham Forest has not beaten Wolves in normal time in their last four meetings, losing two. The trend is expected to continue in this game with another loss for Forest.

Take Wolves to win

New England has absolutely nothing to play for other than some self-respect. They have been woeful and are currently on a five-game losing streak. The only positive aspect for them now is that their defense has found some form.

On the other hand, the Steelers do have something to play for and desperately need to get back to winning ways after losing at home to the Cardinals last weekend in an abysmal performance. They probably could not have asked for a better opponent than the Patriots to achieve the goal of getting back to winning ways.

The only question for me is, will the Patriots' defense be able to keep the Steelers within a touchdown? Despite their commendable recent defensive performances, I just do not see that happening.

Take the Steelers to cover the spread.

Looking at recent form, one could argue that West Ham stands a very good chance of going to Tottenham and grabbing the win; however, that does not paint a true picture.

Tottenham has been ravaged by injuries, yet they have still been performing at a high standard. They held Man City to a brilliant 3-3 draw at the weekend, were very unfortunate to lose to Villa, lost to Wolves thanks to two injury-time goals, and the defeat against Chelsea was a chaotic game that saw them reduced to nine men.

The draw against City will have lifted them massively, and in front of their home fans, I do expect them to get the win and comfortably so.

West Ham will be tough opponents, but the hard truth is that they are not on the same level as Tottenham. The only way I can see them getting anything from this game is if Tottenham suffers yet more bad luck or simply plays badly. I see neither scenario happening.

Take Tottenham to cover the spread.

This game is perfectly set up for over 2.5 goals.

Everton at home is not an easy team to beat, on top of that, they have picked up form over the last few weeks. If they had not been deducted ten points, they would now be on 17 points and in 14th spot, as opposed to seven points and 18th place.

Everton has won three of its last five Premier League games, losing just one, and they will enter this game confident that they can get the win.

Newcastle will carry the same confidence. They have won seven of their last ten league games and lost just once. Despite having many injuries, the way they destroyed Chelsea and dominated Man Utd shows how good they can be.

With home advantage, I do expect Everton to find the net at least once. Considering the form of Newcastle, I believe they will do the same, and it is not a stretch for either of them to go on and win the game.

Take over 2.5 goals.

These are two teams that know how to score goals, and the context of the game leads me to believe that we will see an abundance of goals in this match.

For starters, Villa has the home advantage, and at home, they are very solid. They score freely and will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing draw away at Bournemouth over the weekend.

Then we have Man City, and they need no introduction other than they are now leaking goals like we have not seen in years—ten in their last four games. However, they have also been scoring at a rapid rate, with 10 goals in their last three games, including three against Tottenham and four against Chelsea.

This will not be a low-scoring game, and I am more than happy to back over 3 goals.

Man Utd is in a terrible mess, and Chelsea is not in a much better position. Both sides are very inconsistent. However, in United's case, they have been managing to scrape undeserved wins, so they cannot really be opposed with any confidence.

Chelsea scraped a 3-2 home win against Brighton at the weekend, but they have not been consistent at all this season, and the same as with United. They cannot be backed with confidence.

That said, we have a great opportunity to profit from this game, and that is on the overs market.

United is at home and will go gung-ho in front of their own fans. They will not want to be booed, and we are getting very close to that scenario.

Chelsea tends to perform well against the big teams, as a 1-1 draw against Liverpool, a 2-2 draw with Arsenal, and a 4-1 win over Spurs will testify to.

That sets it up for goals, and that is what I fully expect to see this evening.

Take over 3 goals.

Brighton is ravaged with injuries, yet they continue to put in good performances, even if results are not going their way.

Brentford has been inconsistent; however, they have found a little bit of form recently, but not away from home—well, apart from the one win at Chelsea a couple of weeks ago. Other than that, they have only registered one other win this season on the road.

Brighton will feel hard done by losing to Chelsea last time out and will be looking to bounce back this evening. I believe they will do just that.

Home advantage is important, and I fully expect Brighton to take advantage.

Take Brighton to win.

Nottingham Forest has just three wins in the league all season, and the way they played at home to Everton last week doesn't surprise me. They were poor and devoid of ideas.

Fulham themselves only have four wins all season. However, the way they played against Liverpool at the weekend was very impressive, even though they ended up losing 4-3 thanks to two late goals from the Reds.

This pick is based on what I call the eye test. Basically, I have seen both teams play often, and it is Fulham that has been the better side. With home advantage, I am taking them to claim the win today.

Take Fulham to win.

The Chiefs have been slightly inconsistent this season but now that we are getting down to the business end of the season I fully expect them to start showing us why they are one of the favorites for the Super Bowl.

Green Bay do have home advantage but I do not see that making much difference this evening and I am confident that Kansas will get the win and by at least a touchdown.

Take Kansas -6

Huge game for both sides and it really could go either way.

Initially, I fancied the 49ers but with the Eagles being at home and my confidence low in the 49ers it was not a bet I was prepared to make.

However, I do see a high-scoring game, I know both defences have the capabilities to keep their opponents in check but with so much on the line I see this game being far more about the offense than the defense.

Take over 46.5 points. 

I liked the look of the Browns in this outright so getting 4 points on the spread is simply a gift.

Cleveland has far more to play for and it is not as if the Rams are formidable at home.

It will probably be a tight game with not much between them and the difference may well be the spread in the Brown's favour.

Take Cleveland +4

Inter Milan visits Napoli in a must-win game for the Milan side, who currently trail Juventus on the league table. The Serie A championship fight appears to have narrowed down to both clubs, making this game a crucial opportunity for Napoli to re-enter the race and send a message that they are still contenders.

Inter dropped points in their last match against Juventus and will be eager to secure all available points in this encounter. Both clubs boast some of the league's finest attackers, and the potential return of Victor Osimhen to the Napoli starting XI adds to their offensive strength. Lautaro Martinez, who scored against Juventus, already has 13 league goals and will be eyeing another in this fixture.

Under Walter Mazzarri, Napoli has been averaging two goals per game and previously won 3-1 against Inter when hosting this fixture. Inter is also in fine scoring form, as demonstrated by their 3-3 comeback draw against Benfica in midweek, indicating they will strive to outscore Napoli in this game. A prediction of at least three goals from the match seems plausible given both teams' attacking prowess.

Take over 2.5 goals

I am taking the Dolphins to get the win in Washington today and to beat the Commanders by a double-digit score.

When Miami is in the mood they really rack up the points and when Washington is not up for it, they tend to concede heavily.

We are getting down to the business end of the season and I expect Miami to come out and put Washington to the sword.

Take Miami -8.5

I have struggled with this one in terms of who will win and whether the spread will be covered.

However, I have not struggled with how many points will be scored in this one and I think that we will see over 50 points.

The reason is simple, I can see both teams getting into the mid-20s and possibly more and that means we will see over 47 points in this game.

Take over 47 points.

Can Spurs recover from their shocking slump in form over the last few weeks when they visit Manchester City for this game?

Spurs made their fans dream at the start of this campaign when they were winning games with ease. The Lilywhites are still playing some of the best football in England but have lost their last three league games. They face a City side that will be banking on Erling Haaland to score as many goals as possible in this game.

Despite losing their last three games, goals are a feature in Tottenham’s matches, and they have scored in every single fixture this season. City is also enjoying themselves in front of their opponent’s goal, and whenever they play Tottenham, we can expect a thriller.

In two of the last three head-to-heads between these clubs, at least four goals have been scored, and we expect something similar in this match as Ange Postecoglou encourages his team to attack relentlessly.

Take over 3.5 goals

Bayer Leverkusen faces a huge test to their unbeaten start to the season when Borussia Dortmund comes to town for this game. Xabi Alonso’s side has been unstoppable domestically and in Europe.

They are threatening to do what BVB could not do for years, which is to stop Bayern Munich’s dominance. Despite the presence of Harry Kane in Bavaria, Bayer cannot stop winning, and Dortmund will be their latest test.

BVB has been in decent form domestically and in Europe, but they are ten points behind Bayer ahead of this game. The Black and Yellow have won two consecutive games ahead of this match, but they are facing a Leverkusen side that has forgotten how to lose.

No matter how many goals an opponent scores, Bayer finds a way to outscore them, and they have won their last three matches by at least two goals each. That should be the case against Dortmund as well.

Take Bayer Leverkusen to cover the spread

Tromsø travels to Valerenga for this game as they aim to maintain their position in the European spots on the Norwegian league table. They are having a good season and are eager to secure maximum points from this match. However, Valerenga will not make it easy for them, despite their own struggles this term. Currently occupying the second automatic relegation spot, they are just a point away from safety, giving them a chance to survive.

Valerenga will be determined to outscore Tromsø in this match, leading to the expectation of at least three goals overall after 90 minutes. Both teams have demonstrated goal-scoring prowess in their recent games, with the last five Valerenga matches witnessing a total of 13 goals, while Tromsø has seen both teams score 19 times in their last five games.

Take over 2.5 goals

Chelsea faces Brighton in the Premier League this afternoon, looking to get back to form after their embarrassing defeat at Newcastle the last time.

The Blues had been on a fine run of form before that loss to Newcastle, and their 4-4 draw with Manchester City shows they are a club that could compete against anyone.

Brighton has also had a good season as Roberto de Zerbi continues the fine work his team did in the last campaign. The Seagulls would be tough opponents, but Chelsea has lost only one of their last five home games in all competitions.

Mauricio Pochettino’s team is clicking into good gear and could welcome Christopher Nkunku back from injury for this game. Even without the Frenchman, they have had good results in recent meetings with the Seagulls, with two wins from the last two in all competitions. This should hand the Blues enough momentum to secure another victory in this match.

Take Chelsea to cover the spread

West Ham will hope to build on their two-game winning run in the league when struggling Crystal Palace comes to the London Stadium for this game.

The Hammers are looking to finish this season inside a European spot and would be delighted with the form of Palace. Their visitors have won just one of their last five league games, losing the other four. This will be music to West Ham’s ears, but they cannot underestimate Roy Hodgson’s men as Palace does have goals in them.

The Eagles have scored in all but one of their last four games and have scored in all their last five visits to West Ham. Interestingly, every one of the last five head-to-heads between these clubs has ended in at least three goals scored. I expect a similar score in this game.

Take over 2.5 goals

Fiorentina hosts bottom-of-the-table Salernitana in this Serie A game and would be eager to win. It has been an inconsistent first half of the season for the Viola team, with just one win from their last five league matches. However, they have won their last two European games, demonstrating that they are a team capable of securing victories.

Salernitana, on the other hand, seems destined for relegation to Serie B. While they defeated Lazio the last time, that win appears to be a one-off, not expected to occur frequently or in this game.

They have had a challenging season, and Fiorentina will look to capitalize on that to return to winning ways after their narrow defeat to AC Milan in the last match. The Viola have won all their last five home games against Salernitana, scoring at least twice in all but one of those matches. I anticipate them to win this game with a clear two-goal margin.

Take Fiorentina to cover the spread

Newcastle United is set to face Manchester United fresh from their controversial 1-1 draw against PSG in Paris. The Magpies performed impressively in France and appeared deserving of a victory before a contentious penalty was awarded to PSG late in the game.

While Newcastle has experienced both highs and lows this season, they have demonstrated strong form in recent matchdays and are eager to showcase their capabilities against a top club like Manchester United.

United, coming off a 3-3 draw against Galatasaray in Turkey midweek, is determined to capitalise on their recent good form in the league. Erik Ten Hag's side has secured three consecutive Premier League victories and enters the match with confidence.

However, they face a fearless Magpies side, as demonstrated in their midweek performance. Eddie Howe's team recently ended Arsenal's unbeaten start to the season. Newcastle has proven to be a formidable force at home, with just one defeat in eight home games across all competitions and winning the other seven. 

Take Newcastle to get the win

Everton's ten-point deduction had a significant impact on their last game against Manchester United, resulting in a 3-0 defeat by the Red Devils. Their upcoming opponent is Nottingham Forest, where manager Steve Cooper is under constant pressure.

Forest, facing the absence of key players, notably Taiwo Awoniyi, will be determined to compound Everton's difficulties in this match. Despite Everton being unbeaten in four consecutive games before the home loss to Manchester United, they anticipate a challenging encounter against Forest.

The psychological impact of the ten-point deduction seems to be influencing Everton's performances, providing an opportunity for Forest to capitalise on it in this fixture. Everton has not won any of their last three matches against Forest, with one loss and two draws.

Given the pressure on the Forest manager and Everton's setback with the point deduction, I expect Forest will bounce back to form and end their two-game losing streak in this fixture.

Take Forest on the spread

Burnley has a good opportunity to climb from the bottom of the Premier League table when they host fellow strugglers Sheffield United. Vincent Kompany's side, which was unstoppable in the Championship last season, has struggled since their promotion to the Premier League.

Both Burnley and Sheffield United have yet to secure a league victory this season, with 11 losses in 13 matches for each team. Their current form reflects a challenging battle against relegation.

While this match features two teams fighting for survival, Burnley holds the advantage of playing at home. Despite their struggles to stay focused at the back, they have shown promising performances. Considering Burnley's previous victory against Sheffield United, they have the potential to repeat that success in this encounter.

Take Burnley to cover the spread

Luton Town has shown promise in recent weeks, securing a victory against Crystal Palace in their last game. The Hatters have adapted well to life in the Premier League compared to other promoted clubs.

Despite their positive form, they acknowledge the challenges ahead, with Brentford posing a tough opponent. Although the Bees are without Ivan Toney, they have maintained a mid-table position in the Premier League.

Brentford enters this game following consecutive losses against Liverpool and Arsenal, adding to their determination to secure a win. However, Luton is expected to pose a challenge by finding the back of the net.

Both teams have displayed offensive capabilities, with Luton scoring in four of their last five games and Brentford netting eight goals in three matches before their recent two losses. The anticipation is that this game will feature goals, and it is expected that both clubs will score at least thrice combined.

Take over 2.75 goals

Arsenal is eager to maintain their position at the top of the Premier League table in their upcoming game against Wolves. Mikel Arteta's team seized the opportunity presented by Liverpool's draw with Manchester City to claim the league's summit.

Having experienced a similar position for over 200 days last season without securing the title, the Gunners are determined for a different outcome this time, aspiring to be champions of both England and Europe.

Wolves, managed by Gary O'Neil, have performed well, presenting a challenging opposition for the North Londoners. Despite a controversial loss to Fulham in their last game, Wolves have secured three wins in their last five matches, including a victory over Tottenham.

In the head-to-head record, Arsenal has a favorable history with four consecutive wins. Notably, the fixture has seen at least three goals in three of the last five encounters, suggesting an expectation for another high-scoring game in this matchup.

Take over 2,75 goals

The inconsistent Middlesbrough is set to face Leeds United in this Championship game, aiming to disrupt the momentum of the Whites. Leeds is currently showcasing its quality as they strive for an immediate return to the Premier League.

Despite a slow start to the season, Leeds has climbed to third place in the league standings after 18 games. On the other hand, Middlesbrough had a rough beginning but is making progress and currently sits in mid-table. With an eight-point gap between them and Leeds, Middlesbrough is eager to close that margin with a victory in this fixture.

Leeds is in excellent form, having not lost any of their last five matches and securing four wins during this period. They understand the importance of maintaining a winning streak to achieve promotion and have remained unbeaten at home since the start of the season.

While the game is expected to be challenging for both clubs, Leeds, being in top shape and enjoying home advantage, is favored to secure the victory.

Take Leeds to cover the spread

Hoffenheim is making a concerted effort to secure a European spot this season and has performed exceptionally well thus far. On the other hand, Borussia Monchengladbach has faced struggles in recent months, finding themselves in midtable with just 13 points from 12 games.

The home side has grappled with inconsistency, managing only two wins and a draw in their last five league matches. Having conceded 27 goals while scoring 25, their defensive woes could present an opportunity for Hoffenheim to capitalise.

Hoffenheim, while not significantly better defensively with 21 goals conceded in 12 games, has managed to score 24. Both clubs have been involved in high-scoring affairs, with a total of 25 goals scored in Gladbach's last five competitive games. With this in mind, it is reasonable to expect both teams to score, and the possibility of at least four goals combined by the end of this fixture is anticipated.

Take over 3.5 goals

The spread is quite big but one I feel the Cowboys can overcome I am backing Dallas to beat the Seahawks by double-digit figures.

The Seahawks were so bad against the 49ers that it was embarrassing, they put up almost no resistance and San Francisco could have won by a lot more such was their dominance.

The Cowboys are on a three-game winning run and have won those games by margins of 35, 23 and 32 points and I see very little reason to feel that they will not do the same again this evening.

Take Dallas -9.5

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Take Galatasaray to cover the spread

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Take Sevilla to cover the spread

Newcastle thumped PSG in the first game but it is very different circumstances today and I just cannot see the Geordies getting anything from this game.

Newcastle are hammered by injuries and without their fans screaming the place down they are in a much different scenario to when this game was played in Newcastle.

PSG will be determined to get revenge for the first game humiliation, they are at home, have a strong squad to choose from and are in good form.

Take PSG -0.75

Hard to see anything other than a convincing home win for Lazio this evening in Italy.

The only question for me was would they cover the spread and I believe they will. Lazio has a passionate home crowd that will be in effect a 12th man and they are up against a team that may well be the best in Scotland but one that would struggle to make the top ten in Serie A.

I fully expect Lazio to win and to win by at least 2 goals, I would even have backed them if the spread was -1.5

Take Lazio -1

The Bears have been poor this season and I have little doubt that the Vikings will get the win today, the only question for me was would Minnesota cover the spread and I am confident they will do so.

The Vikings still have the playoffs to play for and are at home, they have the incentive and motivation to put in a performance tonight, not something that applies to the Bears.

I cannot see anything else than a Vikings win and I do not see the Bears getting to within a field goal and that is why I am going for the home win and for Minnesota to cover the three-point spread.

Take Vikings -3

Girona are flying at the moment and a win tonight will see them go back to the top of La Liga. They have won five of six home games in the league this season, losing only to Real Madrid.

Bilbao is not doing too bad and currently sits in the sixth spot, however, they have been inconsistent on the road and have lost two of their last three away games, albeit one of those losses was to Barcelona.

This will be a tight game but I am taking Girona to take the win and return to the top of the standings.

I am going for the overs in this game, mainly because of Wolves and what I believe they can do in this game, which is to score at least once and possibly more.

Both teams have been inconsistent this season when playing home and away respectively, for example, Fulham has lost three from five home games and Wolves have won just two from six on the road, neither instils confidence, to be honest.

However, three of Wolves' away games have had at least three goals in them and their last four games, home and away, have had at least 3 goals.

This tells me that when Wolves play recently, there are goals and with Fulham at home and desperate to get a win in front of their home fans they will be eager to also put the ball in the back of the net.

Therefore I am going for over 2.25 goals in this one.

It is the Ravens all day long for me and the fact that I can grab them giving up just 2.5 points on the spread is a gift.

I get that the Chargers are highly motivated because they need to hang on to their slim playoff chances and that they are playing at home but there is a significant gulf between these teams and that will be on show today.

The Ravens ground game is just too good and they have the better QB.

I just do not see the Chargers being within a field goal and take the Ravens to win and cover the spread.

Another massive game for the Eagles, who will no doubt be full of confidence after defeating Kansas last week and in front of their own fans I expect them to enter this game with a spring in their step.

The Bills are improving and getting very close to what we know they are capable of and the fact that the spread is so close between these two tells you the level that is expected from the Bills, they are more than capable of beating the Eagles today.

We have two top teams here and I believe we will see that on show today with both sides racking up the points.

Take over 48.5 points.

The Chiefs will be desperate to bounce back from the loss to the Eagles and they could not have asked for a better opponent to do that against than the Raiders.

I just cannot see anything other than a win for Kansas and it was just a question of covering the spread.

The Chiefs have not been as formidable or dominant as I would have expected this season but against certain opponents, they not only turn up but do dominate and the Raiders are the sort of opponent that will allow the Chiefs to do that.

Take Kansas -8.5

Juventus hosts Inter Milan for the first Derby d Italia of the season, and it promises to be one of the best games to watch this weekend.

The Bianconeri have done brilliantly in staying close to Inter, who are at the top of the Serie A table this term. Everyone knows Inter is more equipped to win the Italian top flight, but Max Allegri is getting the most from the players available to him, and the gaffer knows his team has a chance in this game.

Both clubs met four times last season, and Juve won twice, with Inter winning on one occasion. Inter is in terrific form heading into this game, but so is Juve, and the Old Lady defeated them in both league games last term.

It is hard to separate both clubs, and I expect them to share the points just as was the case the last time Inter visited the Allianz Stadium.

Take the draw

I am taking the Bengals to only cover the spread in this match-up but to also win outright.

I have no idea how the Steelers are 6-4, they are not that good a side and their overreliance on their defense will end up costing them.

The Bengals have disappointed me on occasions this season but in front of their own fans today I take them to turn up and hand out a defeat to Pittsburgh.

Take the Bengals +2.5

I have enjoyed both these teams this season and they have certainly provided an abundance of entertainment and that is exactly what I expect to see again today.

In other words, I am fully expecting both sides to rack up the points and that convinces me we will see more than 48 points in this game.

Both defenses are more than capable of giving up points and both offenses have the same capabilities of scoring regularly throughout.

Take over 48 points

Hoffenheim are sixth in the league standings and are clearly performing better than Mainz, who are 16th and in relegation trouble. However, the visitors have lost just one of their last five matches in all competitions and will be eager to cause some trouble in this match.

Hoffenheim has not kept a clean sheet in any of their last five games, scoring in all but one. Mainz has also scored five times in their last five games, while both teams have scored in two of the last three head-to-head matchups between them.

This game is set up to have goals, and I expect at least three goals to be scored in the game.

Fresh from being docked ten league points, Everton will host the very inconsistent Manchester United.

The Toffees have hit top form in recent weeks, and Sean Dyche will be confident that his team can still survive the drop even with the ten-point deficit. United made hard work of their last match against Luton before the break and defeated the struggling side by a single goal in front of their fans.

Erik Ten Hag’s men are far from being in good shape and I expect them to struggle against a resilient Everton who will be buoyed by a very passionate home crowd.

The Toffees have lost none of their last four competitive games, winning three, and are unbeaten in three home matches in domestic competitions.

I am backing Everton to grab the win today.

Brann has enjoyed an impressive upturn in form, which has seen them rise to second on the league table in these final weeks of the season. Bodo has already won the title and has nothing to play for, but Brann will not want to lose this game and needs the points to maintain the second spot.

Playing at home, combined with being on a solid run of form, means Brann is the favourite to get all the points, even though Bodo has been on a superb winning run.

The visitors have always struggled against Brann, and the last two games between them have ended in 2-2 draws each.

Because of the circumstances I am backing Brann to get the win

Viking is the latest club that will compound the woes of bottom-of-the-table Aalesund when they meet in the league today. Aalesund has been so dismal that they have already been relegated, so this game is set up well for Viking to win.

The visitors are chasing a European spot and have fallen off the top three because of a terrible run of form that saw them lose three of their last five matches, winning just one of those games. They were winless in four games before their last match and would be eager to build on that win.

Aalesund is on a run of three consecutive losses, and this will almost certainly be the fourth.

The only question for me was how many Viking will win by and I believe it will be by at least 2 goals.

Take Viking to cover the spread.

Two struggling Bundesliga sides, Bochum and Heidenheim, meet for this interesting league clash, and it will be intriguing to see who comes out on top. Only a point separates them in the standings after 11 league games, and both know they have to start performing better to preserve their Bundesliga status.

Heidenheim has four losses from their last five games, and goals have been a constant. They scored eight times in those games and conceded 14 times, which means goals at both ends are a constant in their matches.

Bochum is on a better run of form, with no losses from their last four matches in all competitions. They will be eager to secure a win, and because they know how to score (eight in their last five matches), they could earn at least a point. However, I expect both teams to score, and the total goals to be at least three.

Take over 2.75 goals

Tottenham hosts Aston Villa after back-to-back losses in the Premier League, and Unai Emery’s side will fancy their chances of winning, knowing they will break into the top four with three points.

Spurs began this term in top form, but losses to Chelsea and Wolves have put them on a bad run of form, with their fans eager to get some good news from this game. Villa is having a good time in the league, and it is easy to understand why some people will tip them to return from London with all three points.

However, I expect Tottenham to win this game and return to form because they have been terrific when they play at home all season, apart from that loss to Chelsea. Villa was humbled at Nottingham Forest on their last travel and could struggle here as well.

Tottenham do have injuries but the inconsistency of Villa on the road swings this in favour of the home side for me.

Take Tottenham to win

This game has all the ingredients for goals.

We have two teams when in the mood, score freely and the way both these sides play, open expansive football, sets things up nicely for goals.

Four of the last five meetings between these two have had at least three goals with four of those games having at least four goals.

Take over 2.75 goals

I am going for goals in this game. At home Newcastle can be prolific, they regularly rack up goals in front of their home fans and I do see them breaking through against Chelsea today.

Chelsea have finally found their goalscoring boots as four goals against both Tottenham and Man City have shown.

A difficult one to call in terms of finding a winner but in terms of a bet, it has to be over 2.75 goals.

Take over 2.75 goals

Early in the season, it would have been easy to back Brighton in this one but not now. 

Forest is just six points behind Brighton and that is because the Seagulls have been very inconsistent of late, especially on the road, whereas Forest has shown solid form at home and therein lies the difference for me in this matchup.

Brighton are just too unreliable when they travel away while Forest are reliable in front of their home fans and I am backing them to collect all three points today.

Take Forest to win

The overs in this German Bundesliga game is a solid bet.

Freiburg almost always score at home, in their last four home games they have scored at least twice and against a side like Darmstadt, they look nailed on to score at least that amount again today.

Darmstadt always seems to be involved in games on the road that include goals, for example, last time out they conceded eight away at Bayern and four of their last away games have all had at least three goals.

All things considered, I am going for over 2.75 goals.

I am backing overs in this one.

Simply put I am of the belief that the Dolphins will put up a good score as expected, however, I do fancy the Jets to also score a couple of TD's in front of their own fans.

Take over 39.5 points

Seattle is 4-1 at home this season and has won its last four games at Lumen Field. They are a tough team to beat at their stadium, and I can see the 49ers struggling to dominate the Seahawks, as some may expect.

San Francisco has been inconsistent of late. They did defeat Tampa Bay last week and were certainly impressive and are looking to make it three wins in a row. However, their ability to falter when least expected cannot be ruled out, as their three-game losing streak prior to their most recent wins will testify.

Do I think that San Francisco will win? Yes, probably. However, I do not see them covering the spread, especially not in Seattle.

I am backing the Seahawks to cover the spread

The Vikings are currently on a remarkable five-game winning streak, and while it might be tempting to back them based on their current form, my choice for today's winner is the Broncos.

The Broncos are also in excellent form, boasting a three-game winning streak that includes victories over strong opponents like the Bills and the Chiefs. Filled with confidence and playing at home, I am predicting them to secure the win and cover the spread.

While I anticipate a close game, I have been more impressed with the Broncos after watching both teams recently. I foresee the Vikings facing challenges in overcoming the Broncos' defense this evening.

My pick is for the Broncos to cover the spread.

A few weeks ago, this would have been a sure bet for me, backing the 49ers. However, they no longer impress as they did earlier in the season.

The 49ers finally returned to winning ways last week with a convincing 34-3 victory over the Jaguars. This followed three weeks of losses, during which they scored just 17 points in each game. They are undoubtedly better than that, and I anticipate their confidence has returned after last week's impressive win.

Tampa Bay also ended a four-game losing streak last week, although they had been consistently scoring points even in their losses, as demonstrated by the close 37-39 defeat to Houston.

While both teams have experienced recent struggles, the fact that they both secured victories last week suggests they will be full of confidence and capable of putting points on the board. This is why I am opting for the overs.

I am taking over 41.5 points.

This is an intriguing matchup between the Steelers and the Browns, especially considering the absence of Deshaun Watson, who is now out for the season, dealing a significant blow to the Browns.

If Watson were playing, I would have gladly backed the Browns to win and cover the spread. However, his absence cannot be ignored, and while I still believe the Browns will win, my confidence is certainly not as strong as it would have been.

The major issue for the Steelers is their poor offense, and yet, surprisingly, they hold a 6-3 record for the season. I'm not sure how they have achieved that, but it indicates that it would be a mistake to dismiss the Steelers outright.

I do not anticipate a high-scoring game, but the points total being set at 33 seems too low. While I don't expect the game to surpass 40 points, and I'm not even sure it will reach that total, I am still convinced that we will see more than 33 points in the game.

All things considered, I am betting on there being over 33 points.

I foresee nothing but a Lions win, and for me, it all comes down to whether the Lions will cover the spread.

I firmly believe they will, in fact, I see them winning by double digits, making taking the Lions at -7.5 a substantial bet.

The Bears have been struggling, particularly on the road where they hold a 1-4 record. In contrast, the Lions, especially at home, boast a 3-1 record and an overall 7-2. The disparity between these two teams is evident to everyone.

While the Bears did secure a victory over the Panthers last week, it's worth noting that it wasn't against an elite side. When facing strong teams, the Bears tend to suffer convincing defeats.

Five of the Lions' seven wins this season have been by double-digit scores, and I fully expect that trend to continue today.

Take the Lions at -7.5.

I anticipate the Dolphins will emerge as convincing winners in this matchup, but I am hesitant to back them on the spreads.

My confidence in the Raiders has dwindled, as they have disappointed me too often. I don't foresee them gaining much from this game. However, I also don't envision the Dolphins running up a substantial score.

This uncertainty leads me to favor backing the unders in this matchup.

I don't anticipate the Raiders scoring many points, and if that holds, the Dolphins would need to score over 30 points to cover the overs. Even if Miami achieves that, I'm not entirely sure the Raiders will contribute enough points to supplement the Dolphins' score.

This game hinges on the Raiders' ability to generate sufficient points, and I'm sceptical that will happen.

Considering all factors, I am opting for under 46 points.

This is a crucial match for both of these teams, featuring multiple scenarios that could unfold as the European Championship qualifying Group D enters its final stages.

As it stands now, Wales is in second place with 10 points, and Armenia is in fourth place with seven points. If Wales wins, they will remain in second place with just one game to go, and Armenia will be eliminated. On the other hand, if Armenia wins, they would have the same number of points as Wales. However, if Croatia wins their game, they will take over the second spot with 13 points.

Another factor to consider is that when this game was played in Wales, Armenia won 4-2 in what was described as a surprising result. It should also be noted that a draw does not benefit either team.

From this, I conclude that these teams will go all out for the win if they are to have any hope of qualifying for the finals.

I expect goals in this match. Armenia, having already scored four against Wales, will be determined to score again, especially in front of their own fans, and will be motivated, full of adrenaline and on the front foot directly from kick-off.

Wales, being a quality side with several Premier League players, will be eager to maintain their current three-game winning streak, including a victory over Croatia in their last outing. I am confident that they will find the back of the net at least once.

I foresee both sides scoring at least once, and a winner emerging. Therefore, backing over 2.25 goals seems to be the most logical bet for this game.

Take over 2.25 goals

Recent history between these two teams would indicate a close game; however, I do not share that view. I anticipate a comprehensive victory for Italy by a significant margin.

North Macedonia eliminated Italy from the World Cup playoffs with a stunning 1-0 win in Italy. The first game in these European qualifiers, held in Macedonia, ended in a 1-1 draw, contributing to the perception that this might be another closely contested match. However, it's crucial to consider the context.

Firstly, Italy must win; anything less poses a serious risk of them not qualifying. This would mark the first time the title holders fail to defend their title, adding extra motivation for a victory. While North Macedonia could mathematically qualify, the likelihood is slim even if they win their final two games. Their goal difference of -7 falls significantly behind Ukraine, which currently occupies the second spot in the group.

In reality, North Macedonia has nothing substantial to play for. Additionally, Italy needs to score multiple goals. They will not want to find themselves with just a one-goal lead as the clock ticks down; instead, they aim to establish a comfortable cushion against their opponents.

Despite recent results between these two teams, Italy is the far superior team, and it's only a matter of time before their dominance becomes evident. The trend of closely fought matches between these sides is not expected to continue.

Playing at home, Italy is determined to settle the game early and seek revenge against the team that eliminated them from the last World Cup.

Considering this historical context and Italy's imperative to secure a resounding win, not just narrowly but as a statement in front of their fans, I predict a significant victory for Italy.

I recommend taking Italy to cover the spread.

The Bengals had rebounded from a poor start to the season, enjoying a four-game winning streak until their recent loss to Houston. On the other hand, the Ravens also suffered a defeat last week against the Cleveland Browns, ending their own four-game winning run. Both teams will be looking to get back to winning ways and maintain their positive form.

Considering the recent performances of both teams, the matchup between the Bengals and the Ravens is intriguing and challenging to predict. The narrative is further complicated by the fact that both teams, despite their recent losses, had been on successful winning streaks.

In such a closely contested matchup, the focus shifts to the total points scored (overs) rather than predicting the winner or covering the spread. The rationale behind this choice is the offensive strength displayed by both teams in recent games. The Ravens have consistently scored over 30 points in their last four games, while the Bengals have recorded at least 24 points in four of their last five games. Despite facing stronger defenses, the offensive form of both teams is deemed strong enough for me to bet on the overs in this matchup.

Take Over 46 points

Due to travelling and time constraints, there is no analysis this evening

Take Las Vegas +1.5

Due to travelling and time constraints, there is no analysis this evening

Take Detroit to cover the spread

Due to travelling and time constraints, there is no analysis this evening

Take Atlanta to cover the spread

Lazio and Roma face off in the first Rome derby of the season, promising an exciting match. After falling short in the Europa League final last season, Jose Mourinho's visitors aim to secure a top-four spot in Serie A this term.

While Lazio secured a top-four finish in the previous campaign, they have not met expectations this season and would consider it a success to finish within the Europa League places.

This fixture is anticipated to deliver one of the finest matches of the season, and I expect that Lazio will emerge victorious. Maurizio Sarri's side has had an inconsistent season, currently sitting tenth on the league table. However, they have won three of their last four league games leading up to this match.

Roma, on the other hand, is not in a much better position, having lost their last competitive match to Slavia Prague and experiencing two defeats in their last three competitive games, indicating potential challenges in winning this match.

Lazio holds a superior head-to-head record, winning three of the last four encounters between these teams. Despite Romelu Lukaku being a significant signing for Roma, his isolated performance against Inter Milan suggests that Lazio might effectively handle him in this matchup.

Take Lazio not to lose and cover the spread

Chelsea faces another tough test following their victory against Tottenham in their last Premier League game. The Blues are starting to click into gear as a team, and Mauricio Pochettino will be delighted to see his players earning results on the pitch.

However, this game will be against a City team that dominated European football in the last campaign. Pep Guardiola’s side has been sweeping all the Premier League trophies in the last few seasons and won the Champions League and FA Cup last season. City is not resting on their laurels and knows they cannot afford to lose against the resurgent Chelsea in this match.

Chelsea has lost just one of their last four league games and is on a two-game winning run before this match. City has an even better form and has won all their last five competitive matches ahead of this fixture.

Mauricio Pochettino will feel this is the toughest team his boys have faced so far, and they would be eager to go into the international break on the back of an upsetting win. It is hard not to see a City victory in this game, considering that they have won all the last five matches between these clubs.

Chelsea are improving but they remain a long way from being on City's level and I am backing the visitors to win this game.

Take City to cover the spread

Frankfurt travels to Bremen in search of the points that will propel them back inside the European places on the Bundesliga table. However, the home team is determined to distance themselves from the relegation spots and will be keen to secure a victory in this match.

Bremen has not had the best of seasons but enters this fixture unbeaten in two league games, demonstrating their capability to achieve results and maintain their top-flight status by the end of the season.

In contrast, Frankfurt has been a consistent participant in European competitions for Germany in recent seasons and competed in the Champions League last term. They are eager to return to that competition or, at the very least, secure a spot in the Europa League, making it imperative for them not to lose this game.

Frankfurt approaches this fixture in superb form, boasting four wins and a draw in their last five matches. They have secured victories in the last three games, scoring at least three goals in all but two of those five matches.

While Bremen is displaying positive signs and has scored at least twice in three of their last four matches, indicating their goal-scoring capability, Frankfurt will strive to maintain their momentum and secure a favorable outcome in this encounter.

This game screams goals for the reasons highlighted above and I am backing there to be at least three goals in this game.

Take over 2.75 goals

Tromsø holds just a two-point advantage over Viking in the race for the final European spot on the Norwegian league table, making it crucial for them not to lose this upcoming match against Odd.

Odd, positioned tenth on the league table, does not harbor aspirations of securing a European spot. Nevertheless, they remain motivated to win the game and won't make it easy for their visitors.

Odd's recent form includes just one win in their last five league games, a performance not reflective of a team with high ambitions for the season. In contrast, Tromsø has secured three wins and suffered two losses in their last five league matches.

Predicting the outcome of the match may be challenging, but one certainty is that goals will be scored. Odd has been involved in matches totaling 13 goals in their last five fixtures, averaging more than two goals per game for both teams. Tromsø, on the other hand, has scored in all but one of their last five games, finding the back of the net ten times in total during this period.

Then if you add in the context, Tromso needs a win to maintain their quest for European football and Odd not wanting to lose in front of their own fans and you have all the ingredients for an open attacking game.

Take over 2.5 goals

This is not a game that fills me with enthusiasm if I'm honest, but that does not mean that there is not a good bet to be had—there is.

This particular game is being played in Frankfurt, Germany, so we can dispense with home and away scenarios. I know that there is a token home side, and on this occasion, it is the Patriots, but I just do not feel it makes that much of a difference when the game is being played thousands of miles away from home.

This game simply comes down to which side is better and which one will emerge the victor, and for me, that is the Indianapolis Colts.

The only real question for me was, will they cover the spread, and I believe they will. The Colts bounced back from a three-game losing streak to beat the Carolina Panthers, and that will have arrested the rut that was developing, giving the Colts a much-needed boost in confidence.

The Patriots are 2-7 for a reason; they are not that good. They are on a two-game losing streak, and their loss to the Washington Commanders last week on home territory tells you where they are at right now.

All things considered, I am backing Indianapolis to cover the spread and get the win today.

West Ham will be eager to bounce back from their recent poor league form when they host Nottingham Forest at the London Stadium. Despite successes in cup competitions, such as defeating Arsenal in the Carabao Cup and winning their last European game, David Moyes' side has faced a downturn in league performance with two consecutive losses before this match.

Recognizing the importance of reversing this slump, the Hammers aim to secure a European spot this season. Their opponent, Nottingham Forest, comes into the game with confidence after a significant 2-0 win against Aston Villa, one of the league's strongest teams.

Forest has displayed goal-scoring prowess, finding the net in three of their last five competitive matches. Meanwhile, West Ham has also been consistent in scoring, particularly at home, where they have scored at least twice in three of their last four games in all competitions.

Notably, Forest has shown vulnerability in defense during away matches, conceding at least twice in three of their last five away games in all competitions. This statistic presents an opportunity for West Ham to capitalize, and they will be eager to exploit this weakness, aiming for a convincing victory. Anticipating an open and potentially high-scoring game, a prediction of at least three goals is solid.

Take over 2.5 goals

Koln fans are worried about their team's form in the league this season as they flirt with the serious possibility of being relegated. They will face Bochum this weekend, looking to build on the draw they earned against Augsburg in their last match. That result showed they still have some fight and will want to go one better and win in Bochum.

The home side has not had a much better season after earning just one win in ten games and collecting eight points. However, they look in good shape in their last two matches, picking up a draw against Mainz and defeating Darmstadt.

Bochum has scored twice in their last two matches and has found the back of the net in each of their last four games, including a friendly. This means goals are not a problem for them, and it is also not an issue for Koln, who have found the back of the net in three of their last four games.

When these teams meet, there are always goals, with both teams scoring in four of the last five head-to-head. Three of those games have also ended in over 2.75 goals.

All things considered, this game looks a solid bet for at least three goals.

Take over 2.75 goals

After defeating Burnley in the Premier League, Bournemouth has suffered back-to-back losses against Liverpool and Manchester City in the Carabao Cup and the league. The Cherries will wish they had an easier opponent next so that they can return to form with a win, but Newcastle United is their next opponent.

The Magpies have returned to form in the Premier League and have lost none of their last five matches. Eddie Howe’s side is working hard to remain inside the top four after making the Champions League at the end of the last campaign.

Bournemouth conceded six goals against City in their last game and has conceded at least twice in four of their last five matches. Newcastle will love that stat, as they have some of the finest attacking players in the Premier League. The Magpies have scored in each of their last five Premier League games, scoring at least twice in all but one.

This means they have the players and capacity to find the back of the net in this game, and Bournemouth does not have a good defense. The Cherries have not kept a clean sheet in their last six competitive games, conceding at least twice in five of those matches. At home, they have not kept a clean sheet in their last four games, conceding nine times.

Newcastle lost their last competitive away game 2-0 at Borussia Dortmund, but they had scored in each of the previous four, scoring 15 times. This game has goals written all over it.

Take over 2.75 goals

Juventus faces Cagliari this weekend and will look to continue their winning run against an in-form team. The Bianconeri have been the second-best team in the Italian top flight in the last few weeks. They are only behind Inter Milan on the league table, and the Nerazzurri are feeling the pressure of their presence, but can Juve continue to win?

The Bianconeri have won all their last four matches and five of the last six, keeping six consecutive clean sheets. This is the form of a team that can win the league, and their fans dream of that happening at the end of this campaign.

However, Cagliari will be a tricky visitor as they have hit form at the right time and have lost none of their last four matches in all competitions. They head to Turin on the back of a three-game winning streak, which is a good way to prepare for top opponents like the Bianconeri.

But Juve is too good for Cagliari, especially in defense, and the Bianconeri should easily win this match. Juve has scored at least twice in each of their last four head-to-head matches against Cagliari, and I expect them to win this game by at least two goals as well.

Take Juventus to cover the spread

Wolfsburg is set to clash with Borussia Monchengladbach on Friday evening in Germany, and this Bundesliga match promises to be an exciting goal-filled encounter.

Currently, there's very little that separates these two teams. Wolfsburg occupies the 9th position with 13 points, while Borussia Monchengladbach is just two places and three points behind. Moreover, both teams share a similarity – their matches tend to feature an abundance of goals.

For instance, in six out of Borussia Monchengladbach's last seven games in all competitions, there have been a minimum of four goals in each fixture.

While Wolfsburg doesn't match the same goal-scoring frenzy, three out of their last five games have seen at least four goals each.

We are not talking about teams that do not have solid defences but know how to score and that is what I am backing to happen tonight

Take over 3.25 goals 

It's a very interesting matchup that could swing in either direction. If anything, the value may favor the Jets, but I can't place my trust in either them or the Chargers. I won't be backing either team outright or on the spreads due to the numerous variables that will be determined on the night.

What I do find appealing is the overs market.

If this were a few weeks ago, I might have been inclined to bet on the unders, but the Jets' offense has looked more effective recently. Coupled with the Chargers consistently putting up decent scores, I believe we'll see over 39.5 points this evening.

Only twice this season have the Chargers scored below 20 points, and the Jets have reached the 20-point mark in three of their last four games, although in their most recent game, they only managed 13 points.

The point is, I expect both sides to reach 20 points this evening, as they have been doing so more often than not lately, and I don't see that changing tonight.

Take over 39.5 points

A massive London derby is set to take place between two teams that do not like each other.

Tottenham is poised to return to the top of the table and will be playing in front of their own fans. They certainly have the motivation and all the advantages.

Chelsea has invested a significant £1 billion in rebuilding their squad, which is filled with very talented individuals. However, they have yet to gel into a stable, solid unit and remain a work in progress.

Tottenham has been in great form, remaining the last unbeaten team in the Premier League and displaying a resilience that has been missing in recent years. They are far stronger in defense than they have been in a long time and have been creating more chances than before.

Chelsea has been playing well, but they are struggling significantly in front of the goal, which has led to poor results. Unless that changes today, they will lose once again.

With home advantage, better form, and high confidence, I predict a Tottenham win.

Take Tottenham to cover the spread.

Buffalo has been a great disappointment for me this season. I expected more from them. They have the capability to thrash a Miami Dolphins team but then lose to New England and barely beat Tampa.

The Bills can be a great side, almost unstoppable on their day, but that is so rare. In their last four games, they have scored just 20, 14, 25, and 24 points. We are not talking about a prolific offense right now.

The Bengals come into this with a three-game winning streak, culminating in an impressive 31-17 victory over San Francisco. They are a team on the rise, but they are a side that can put up 31 points against the 49ers but only 17 against Seattle, 3 against Tennessee, 19 against the Rams, and another 3 against Cleveland. In other words, not an offense to trust wholeheartedly.

I see these two more or less canceling each other out for the most part, and I am backing this game to be under 50.5 points

Take under 50.5

It may sound like a strange thing to say about a team that's 7-1, but I haven't been overwhelmed by the Eagles this season. Yes, they are one of the favorites for the Super Bowl, and they are a very good side, but I do feel that they are very beatable and that they will not have enough to win the last game of the season.

Washington kept Philadelphia on their toes last week, and if the Eagles replicate the way they played against the Commanders, they will come unstuck against the Cowboys.

To be honest, this is more about the Cowboys than the Eagles, simply because I honestly feel that if both teams play to their best, then Dallas wins. The problem is that the Cowboys are too often inconsistent, hence their 5-2 record.

I see this game as far closer than what the spread suggests, and I will, therefore, be backing the Cowboys receiving three.

Take Cowboys +3

Juventus faces a fresh challenge to their title ambitions when they visit the hostile Artemio Franchi Stadium for this game.

Fiorentina is struggling with poor form after back-to-back league losses, while Juventus, without European football, has won their last three matches and four of their previous five.

The Bianconeri are unbeaten in nine of their last ten league matches and have not conceded a goal in the last five.

Fiorentina has a strong squad and some exciting players, but they know they are coming up against a formidable opponent in this fixture against the Bianconeri.

Federico Chiesa and Dusan Vlahovic are the leading scorers at Juve this season and will return to their old stomping ground in this match.

However, Juve does not rely on them alone for goals and has won games when both men were unavailable.

Fiorentina won their last Europa Conference League match, which will give them a boost ahead of this game, but they have just one victory in their last five matches against Juve.

Juve has struggled on their last four visits to this ground, but the Bianconeri have lost two and won five of their previous ten trips to Florence in all competitions.

For me, it is very difficult to oppose Juventus and I am backing them to take something from this game.

Take Juventus to cover the spread

I feel that the spread is set almost perfectly on this one, making it tricky to back either side, but that doesn't mean there isn't a solid bet in this game, because there is.

I expected the total points to be higher, so when I saw it available at 44 points, I knew I had to bet on it.

This is about each team's ability to score points. Seattle has failed to reach 20 points only twice this season, and in 66% of their away games, they have scored at least 24 points.

Six of the Ravens' eight games have seen them score at least 24 points, and at home this season, they have scored 38, 25, and 19 points.

In other words, both sides are more than capable of exceeding 20 points, and with home advantage, the Ravens look good to score in the mid-20s at least, most likely even higher.

Taking everything into consideration, I believe the 44-point total is too low, and I am betting on the over.

Take over 44 points

The Bears are not a good team and could potentially face a heavy defeat, but the Saints are not a great side either, and I believe they will struggle to cover the spread against Chicago today.

Chicago had a poor start to the season, but they have shown some improvement in recent weeks with wins over Washington and Las Vegas, and they also kept the game close against Minnesota, with the only significant setback being last week's loss to the Chargers.

Don't get me wrong, the Bears are still vulnerable to being defeated, but at least they are playing with some pride at the moment.

The Saints did win last week, but before that, they had three losses in four games. Some of their losses, such as those against Houston and Tampa, show that the Saints can be vulnerable.

I do expect New Orleans to win, but I don't think they will win by the margin that has been set on the spread.

Take Chicago +9.5

I've developed an appreciation for the Texans. They have clearly improved as the season has progressed, and while their results may not have always reflected their performances, they've displayed resilience and strength of character when facing superior teams.

They were unfortunate to lose against Carolina last week, but in recent weeks, they've demonstrated that they can compete with good teams, as seen in their games against New Orleans and Pittsburgh. On their best days, they are a very challenging team to beat.

Tampa Bay started the season 3-1, but their performance has declined over the past few weeks. Their recent trajectory is concerning, and while losing to the Bills is not catastrophic, losing to Detroit is hardly inspiring.

With home advantage and in better form, I am backing the Texans to cover the spread and secure a victory against the Buccaneers today.

Take Houston to cover the spread

Struggling Heidenheim will hope they can inflict another defeat on Stuttgart when both clubs meet in this Bundesliga game.

The visitors have had a good start to this season, thanks to the goalscoring form of Serhou Guirassy, but he is now injured and will not be available for this fixture.

Heidenheim is on a terrible run of form and heads into this fixture on a run of five consecutive losses and would be eager to ensure that they can arrest this slump.

They have lost their last league game, cup game, and friendly game, which is a sign of a team that may get relegated.

Stuttgart are chasing a surprise spot in Europe, and if their star man returns and keeps scoring, they could achieve this.

They won their last competitive game by beating Union Berlin in the German Cup, but their previous league game ended in a home defeat against Hoffenheim.

One thing Stuttgart knows how to do well is score goals, and even in their last defeat, they scored twice.

Heidenheim has conceded at least twice in their last four competitive games, and Stuttgart will be licking their lips at this poor defensive record.

The visitors know they must get back to form, and it is hard not to see at least three goals scored in this fixture.

Take over 3 goals

Inconsistent Lillestrøm will host in-form Haugesund for this interesting Norwegian league game, with both clubs looking for a win.

Lillestrøm has suffered from poor form in recent games and has lost three of their last four league matches.

Their fans have not enjoyed watching these defeats and would be eager for that to change soon so that they can improve their position in the league standings.

Haugesund were in serious relegation trouble weeks back but have turned things around with a return to form, which has seen them win their last three league matches and not lose any of the previous four.

This return to form is what most fans dream about, and they will be eager to see their stars earn another victory in this fixture.

Lillestrøm has been inconsistent at home, but they have won three of their last five home fixtures. Perhaps that will give them confidence ahead of this match.

The visitors, however, have been terrific on their travels and have not lost any of their last four away matches, although only the last one was a victory.

Lillestrøm does have a good record when they host Haugesund, and goals have been a part of this fixture, with the last meeting here ending 4-1.

All things considered, I see both teams scoring and with one of the sides scoring at least twice, therefore over 2.75 goals is the bet for me.

Valencia hosts Granada in this La Liga fixture, hoping to add more woes to the visitors' season.

Los Che was seconds away from earning a 2-1 win at Athletic Bilbao the last time, having come from a goal down to lead that fixture.

However, they conceded a 97th-minute equalizer, which shared the points, and they would be eager to win this match

Granada is having a terrible campaign, and some of their fans will be worried about their league safety, even though this is just the start of the season.

They won their Spanish Cup game against lowly opponents in midweek but have lost their last two league games and haven't won any of their last eight.

Valencia knows their opponents are struggling and should easily win this game if they work hard enough.

Los Che was once one of Spain's top clubs and is working hard to get back into the European places by next season.

To achieve this goal, winning matches like this is a must, and they will do all they can to defeat Granada.

I am backing Valencia to win and cover the spread.

Valencia has won four of the last five home games against Granada, scoring at least twice in those victories, and we expect them to win by two or more goals.

Two of the best teams, both with Super Bowl aspirations, clash in Frankfurt, Germany early today in what promises to be a classic.

It is always tricky to pick a winner, even on the spreads, when the games are held outside the USA, especially when you have two teams so evenly matched.

That said, I do have a sneaky feeling for the Chiefs, but not enough to recommend them. I do see them bouncing back, and the Dolphins have never convinced me on the road as much as they do when playing at home.

My focus for this game is on the totals, as I see this being a high-scoring affair.

I acknowledge that both of these teams have good defenses, but they are both facing very explosive offenses, and I expect the offense to come out on top against the respective defenses today.

I see both sides getting into the mid-20s in this one and would not be at all surprised if one of them manages to clear 30 points. This match is more than just taking the win; it's about making a statement on neutral ground, and that is what I expect both teams to try and do today.

All things considered, I am going for over 50.5 points.

Nottingham Forest hosts high-flying Aston Villa in a match they cannot afford to lose as they remain very close to the relegation spots.

Forest has been battling to survive since they were promoted to the Premier League, and their fans had expected them to perform much better in this campaign.

However, Steve Cooper's men remain among the struggling sides and will be eyeing a rare win when Villa comes to town.

The Villans have had a good season and could break into the top four if they win this game before Liverpool plays.

That is enough incentive to secure victory, but we know Forest is never easy to beat at the City Ground and will want to make a statement in this game.

The home side has not lost any of their last three home games in the Premier League and drew against Villa here last season.

However, Villa has won two and drawn one of their last three away matches in all competitions.

Unai Emery's men will come to Forest prepared for whatever will be thrown at them, and goals could be a major factor in this fixture.

Forest has scored in each of their last four home games, while Villa has scored in all of their last ten competitive matches, so I expect at least three goals in the game.

Take over 2.75 goals

In-form Arsenal is looking to extend their early-season momentum as they travel to St. James' Park to face Newcastle United in a highly anticipated Premier League clash later today.

Arsenal comes into this match after an impressive 5-0 victory over Sheffield United in their last league fixture, extending their unbeaten start to the season to 10 matches, however, they were dumped out of the Carabao Cup midweek away at West Ham 3-1 and that is the last thing they would have wanted coming into this game.

Newcastle, sitting in sixth place with 17 points from 10 matches, has also shown their mettle this season. They secured a point in their last Premier League encounter, a 2-2 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux Stadium, then they travelled to Old Trafford midweek and beat Man Utd with ease to progress to the next stage of the Carabao Cup.

When it comes to home form, Newcastle has been formidable, winning four out of five Premier League contests at St. James' Park this season, with only one loss, which was against Liverpool.

Arsenal has been a force to be reckoned with in away matches this season, securing three wins and one draw outside the Emirates Stadium. That said, while they have not lost away in the league this season they have succumbed to defeat away in the Champions League and Carabao Cup.

In their recent form, Newcastle has won four and drawn two in their last six league matches, while Arsenal boasts an equally impressive record of four wins and two draws in their last six. 

We have two very in-from teams, Newcastle are a formidable foe at home, whereas Arsenal are just as solid on the road as they are at home domestically.

I fully expect both teams to go for this, especially Newcastle with home advantage and knowing Arsenal will be slightly down after losing midweek to West Ham but if there is one team you cannot underestimate it is Arsenal.

Considering what is at stake I do see both teams scoring at least once with one of them most likely going on to grab the win, I just cannot see this being a low-scoring affair.

Take over 2.5 goals

Both Rotherham United and Queens Park Rangers are eager to break their runs of disappointing early Championship form as they clash at the New York Stadium. With both teams looking to secure a much-needed victory, this matchup promises to be an exciting battle.

Currently, hosts Rotherham United find themselves in 22nd place with just nine points from 13 matches. In their previous Championship fixture, Rotherham suffered a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough. 

Queens Park Rangers, on the other hand, are also enduring a challenging season. Their last league match ended in a 2-1 defeat against Leicester City extending their winless streak to nine matches.

In their previous Championship meeting, Rotherham emerged victorious with a 3-1 win at the New York Stadium last season.

Rotherham has had the upper hand in recent encounters, remaining unbeaten in their last three Championship matches against QPR. Queens Park Rangers are striving to secure their first league win against Rotherham since November 2020. The Millers have outscored QPR 7-3 during their unbeaten streak.

Rotherham has fared relatively well at home this season, securing eight points out of a possible 18 in six Championship contests. On the other hand, Queens Park Rangers have struggled on the road, with two wins, one draw, and five losses in league matches this season. They are currently on a four-match winless streak away from home, with their last away victory dating back to September 2 against Middlesbrough.

In their last six league matches, Rotherham has won one, drawn two, and lost three, reflecting their inconsistent form. Meanwhile, Queens Park Rangers are enduring a nine-match winless streak in the league this season, making this clash a critical opportunity for both teams to turn their fortunes around.

This will be a tight game but all the evidence points towards Rotherham having the edge and I do expect them to emerge victorious today, they may not be a great team but they are better at home than QPR is away.

I am backing Rotherham to get something from this game

This is a bit of a mismatch with fifth-placed RB Leipzig traveling to rock-bottom Mainz; however, the odds on an away win are very low, and the spread is tricky to navigate.

Leipzig should win, but the problem I have with them is that they tend to concede goals when playing away. In their last five away games in the Bundesliga, they have conceded on three occasions. If you look back even further, it tends to be 50% or higher the number of times they've conceded when playing away.

Mainz is struggling, and they concede regularly. In fact, the vast majority of their games have featured at least three goals. Eight of their nine Bundesliga games this season have had at least three goals, with six of those matches having at least four goals.

So, we have an away team that is far better than the home side, two teams that generally feature in high-scoring games, and both are desperate for points for their own reasons. All the ingredients for a high-scoring game are present.

Take over 3 goals.

Following a mixed start to their Premier League campaign, Fulham plays host to Manchester United at Craven Cottage today and the stage is set for an intriguing clash as the hosts aim to reverse their fortunes against a Manchester United side seeking to bounce back from a recent setback.

In their last Premier League outing, Manchester United suffered a 3-0 defeat at the hands of arch-rivals Manchester City at Old Trafford. This loss saw the Red Devils drop to eighth place in the league standings with 15 points from their first 10 matches. They then followed that up with a humbling 3-0 loss at home to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup.

Fulham, on the other hand, currently occupies the 14th position with 12 points in the Premier League, having played 10 matches. Their last league fixture ended in a 1-1 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion at The American Express Community Stadium. Fulham's performance in this match showed resilience, and they will hope to carry that spirit into the game against United.

When playing at Craven Cottage this season, Fulham has secured two wins and suffered two losses in their four Premier League matches. Meanwhile, Manchester United has recorded two wins and two losses in away matches this season. This indicates that both teams are evenly matched in terms of their home and away performances.

In their respective last six league matches, Fulham has won two, drawn two, and lost two, showing a relatively balanced recent form. Manchester United, on the other hand, has won three and lost three in their last six matches. The inconsistent form of both teams sets the stage for an unpredictable and exciting contest.

United have dominated Fulham historically but the circumstances are different right now and while Fulham have been just as poor as United this season, if not poorer, the feeling is that the wheels have come off at United and they are there for the taking.

I fancy Fulham to get something from this game, even if it is just a draw and therefore I am backing them on the spread.

Take Fulham +0.25

A rather mediocre Bundesliga match is on today between Darmstadt and Bochum. While it may not be a headline fixture, there's potential to profit from it.

Both of these teams are struggling; Darmstadt is currently 14th with seven points from nine games, and Bochum sits third from the bottom with five points from nine games.

It's evident that at least one, if not both, of these teams, will be battling relegation all season long, and even at this early stage, this game can be considered a critical one.

Choosing a winner from this match is a challenging task. These are two teams that suffered heavy defeats to Bayern Munich this season, losing 7-0 and 8-0. This should give you a clear idea of their respective defenses and their limitations.

Of course, losing by such margins to one of the best teams in Europe should not be the standard, but what is standard for both of these teams is that goals tend to flow when they play, usually against them.

In Darmstadt's nine Bundesliga games this season, there have been eight goals once, six goals three times, five goals once, four goals twice, and three goals once. When Darmstadt plays, there's certainly no shortage of entertainment.

Bochum has had one game with seven goals, five goals once, four goals on three occasions, and three goals once, out of their nine Bundesliga games. They are another team known for providing an entertaining spectacle.

Considering both teams' current positions in the standings, their porous defenses, and their tendency to be involved in high-scoring matches, it seems like a safe bet to go for over 3 goals in this match.

In my view, this game will ultimately be decided by the performance of the quarterbacks, and that's where I believe the Steelers hold a distinct advantage.

Tennessee's Will Levis had an impressive first career start against the Atlanta Falcons last week, throwing four touchdowns. However, it's a considerable leap of faith to expect him to replicate that performance for a second consecutive week. I'm not saying he won't succeed, but I have doubts that the Steelers' defense will be as accommodating as the Falcons' defense.

The Steelers' quarterback, Kenny Pickett, is expected to start despite a recent injury. If he does, the advantage lies with the Steelers. Pickett is a much more reliable option, and I am confident that he will find more success against the Titans' defense than Levis will against the Steelers defense.

Throw in home advantage and the Steelers do look a solid pick and I believe the Steelers will not only emerge as winners but also cover the spread.

Take the Steelers -2.5