The Weekend Ahead
Week 1 Recap
• Liverpool 4–2 Bournemouth
Chiesa and Salah lit up the Anfield finale with late strikes, capping a thrilling season opener.
• Manchester City 4–0 Wolves
Haaland’s brace, combined with dream debuts for Reijnders and Cherki, sent the champions flying.
• Chelsea 0–0 Crystal Palace
VAR drama stole the headlines as Eze’s stunning free kick was controversially ruled out.
• Manchester United 0–1 Arsenal
Calafiori’s decisive header showcased Arsenal’s resilience at Old Trafford.
• Barcelona 3–0 Mallorca
Raphinha, Torres, and 17-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal lit up Camp Nou with an exhilarating display.
• Real Madrid 2–0 Osasuna
A comfortable and professional win at the Bernabéu, keeping Los Blancos in rhythm.
The Weekend Ahead: Fixtures & Betting Tips
Friday
• West Ham vs Chelsea
Chelsea triumphed 3–0 at the London Stadium last season.
Bet Tip: Chelsea to win 3–0
• Bayern vs Leipzig
Bayern strengthened their squad with Luis Díaz and Jonathan Tah, while Leipzig lost Benjamin Šeško. Harry Kane scored 26 league goals last season.
Bet Tip: Harry Kane to score a hat-trick
Saturday
• Man City vs Tottenham
Spurs shocked City 4–0 last season, but City just dismantled Wolves 4–0.
Bet Tip: Man City to win 4–0
• Levante vs Barcelona
Levante haven’t beaten Barcelona since 2019. Meanwhile, Barca have added multiple trophies to their cabinet.
Bet Tip: Robert Lewandowski to score a hat-trick
Sunday
• Fulham vs Man United
United pressed high and created chances against Arsenal, with debutants Mbeumo & Cunha bringing extra energy.
Bet Tip: Matheus Cunha to score first
• Real Oviedo vs Real Madrid
Oviedo have never beaten Madrid in six previous encounters.
Bet Tip: Mbappé to score a hat-trick
Monday
• Newcastle vs Liverpool
Newcastle haven’t beaten Liverpool since 2015. The Reds scored 39 goals across 19 in that time.
Bet Tip: Liverpool to win 3–1
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