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Following a goalless draw with Aston Villa before the international break, Manchester United will look to return to winning ways when they take on Brentford in the Premier League round 8. The Red Devils aim to put an end to their five-game winless run in all competitions and it seems as if they will not have a better chance than this to get back on course. Both Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia are major doubts, while Mason Mount has overcome his injury. 

The Bees, on the other hand, produced a fine display in a 5-3 win over Wolverhampton, but given their difficulties on the road, we are tempted to place our bets on Erik ten Hag’s troops this time out. In their last encounter at “Old Trafford” Manchester United defeated Brentford 2-1. Attacking duo Yoane Wissa – Igor Thiago is injured for the visiting side as well as midfielder Josh Dasilva. Mathias Jensen is a major doubt.

Score Prediction: Manchester United 2-1 Brentford

Bournemouth will try to claim a major scalp in the Premier League round 8 when they take on vice-champions Arsenal on Saturday afternoon. The Cherries were having their ups and downs before the international break, losing to both Liverpool and Leicester on the road, while beating Southampton at home. As Bournemouth struggle in matches against top-table sides, home win should not be considered. Tyler Adams is the only injury concern in the home team. 

The Gunners, on the other hand, aim to build on back-to-back wins over Leicester City and Southampton. As Mikel Arteta can count on key players except for long-term absentee Martin Odegaard, we are tempted to bet on the title hopefuls. In their last meeting at Vitality Stadium Arsenal rolled over Bournemouth 4-0 and we predict that history is going to repeat itself. Germany striker Kai Havertz is widely expected to lead the line for the capital club despite missing Nations League games against Bosnia and Netherlands with a knee injury.

Score Prediction: Bournemouth 1-2 Arsenal

Nigeria are set to continue their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations journey on Friday when they host Libya at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. 

The Super Eagles lead Group D with four points after a win and a draw, meaning they will be in a good position to qualify for the Afcon finals if they beat Libya home and away in the current international week.

The Mediterranean Knights, on the other hand, are at the bottom of the pool with a single point and have no option but to try and get a positive result to stand a chance of qualifying for the finals.

Italy will be aiming to keep their 100% record in the UEFA Nations League intact when they take on Belgium in a highly-anticipated clash at Stadio Olimpico. The likes of Di Gregorio, Gabbia, Maldini, and Pisilli have been named in the Italy Nations League squad for the first time, Atalanta’s Marco Brescianini misses out with injury. Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori made the cut, but Inter midfielder Nicolo Barella has been ruled out with injury. 

The Red Devils, on the other hand, are hit by Kevin De Bruyne’s absence. As Napoli striker Romelu Lukaku will be rested in the October fixtures as well, we believe that there is a big value in betting on the home side. Leipzig attacker Lois Openda is widely expected to lead the line for the visiting team, while Leandro Trossard (Arsenal) and Jeremy Doku (Man City) should start as wingers.

Score Prediction: Italy 2-1 Belgium

France will look to build on a 2-0 win over Belgium when they face Israel in their third group game at Bozsik Arena (Budapest). Les Tricolores quickly bounced back from a heart-breaking loss to Italy and they are seen as hot favourites to win Thursday’s game as well. Real Madrid ace Kylian Mbappe will be rested in the October fixtures, while Atletico Madrid ace Antoine Griezmann has retired from international football. Chelsea striker Christopher Nkunku returns to the squad. 

Israel, on the other hand, still welcome they rivals on neutral location and given their poor displays in back-to-back losses to Belgium and Italy, anything but a routine away win would be a big surprise. To make things even worse for the home side, pacey Leeds United winger Manor Solomon misses out with injury. In their last meeting in a competitive match, the two sides played out a 1-1 draw, but away win should be considered this time out.

Score Prediction: Israel 0-2 France

Buoyed by back-to-back wins over Ireland and Finland, England will be aiming to retain top position in the standings when they take on Greece at Wembley Stadium. The Three Lions aim to get their job done in Group 2 as soon as possible and they are likely to adopt an attack-oriented approach in Thursday’s clash. Tottenham striker Dominic Solanke returns to the squad following a seven-year absence, with the likes of Bukayo Saka, Harry Kane, and Jack Grealish making the cut as well. Real Madrid ace Jude Bellingham returns to the starting XI after missing out against Finland with injury. 

The Greeks, on the other hand, made a promising start to their Nations League campaign, beating both Finland and Ireland without conceding. Preventing England stars from finding the net at Wembley Stadium, though, is easier said than done. Therefore, we predict that the visitors are going to return home with their hands empty. All Tsimikas, Tzolis, Siopis, Konstantelias, Koulierakis, and Zafeiris are only one yellow card away from suspension, speaking of the visiting team.

Score Prediction: England 2-0 Greece

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All eyes will be on Villa Park when Aston Villa and Manchester United square off against each other in the Premier League round 7. The Villans made a promising start to the season, but they head into the match following a slim 2-2 draw with newcomers Ipswich Town. As always, a man to watch in the home team will be key attacker Ollie Watkins, who scored his fourth goal of the season against the Tractor Boys, while both John McGinn and Tyrone Mings are out of contention with injuries. Wing-back Matty Cash is unlikely to be risked. 

The Red Devils, on the other hand, suffered a heavy 3-0 loss to Tottenham in front of home fans, but it has to be noted that Bruno Fernandes went to an early shower. As the Portugal ace misses Sunday’s showdown through suspension, we are tempted to put our money on Unai Emery’s troops, who are a real force to be reckoned with at home. All Tyrell Malacia, Kobbie Mainoo, Harry Maguire, and Luke Shaw remain in the recovery room.

Score Prediction: Aston Villa 2-2 Manchester United

High-flying Chelsea will look to extend their winning run in the Premier League to four games when they face Nottingham Forest in yet another home fixture. The Blues outplayed Brighton 4-2 at the weekend, with Cole Palmer scoring each of the four goals and, no doubt, the former Man City ace is going to prove a handful for the opposition back-line. Reece James remains in the recovery room, but the pacey right-back should be the only absentee in the home team. 

The Reds, on the other hand, failed to impress in a 1-0 loss to Fulham and given Chelsea’s brilliant form in all competitions, anything but a routine home win would be a big surprise. Midfielders Ibrahim Sangare and Danilo remain in the recovery room, but there are no fresh injury worries in the away team ahead of the trip to London. In their last meeting in the Premier League Chelsea defeated Nottingham Forest 3-2.

Score Prediction: Chelsea 3-1 Nottingham Forest

High-flying Arsenal will be aiming to build on a 2-0 win over PSG when they face Southampton in yet another home Premier League fixture on Saturday afternoon. The Gunners are determined to put an end to Man City’s dominance in the national championship and a win over Southampton could see them overtake Pep Guardiola’s troops in the Premier League standings. Fit-again summer signing Mikel Merino is pushing for a start after coming as a substitute in the Champions League clash, while all Oleksandr Zinchenko, Martin Odeegaard, and Takehiro Tomiyasu remain in the recovery room. 

The Saints, on the other hand, experienced all sorts of problems at the back in a 3-1 loss to Bournemouth and they are unlikely to spoil Arsenal’s party at Emirates Stadium. In their last meeting in London the two sides played out a thrilling 3-3 draw and yet another high-scoring affair is on the horizon. Both Gavin Bazunu and Kamaldeen Sulemana are injured for the visiting side as well as Will Smallbone.

Score Prediction: Arsenal 3-1 Southampton