Soccer Betting Podcast
A soccer betting podcast from LockBetting.Com that analyses upcoming fixtures in the English Premier League, Champions League and Bundesliga. Each episode walks through the games using trends, statistical data and the gut instincts of resident British soccer expert Billi Bhatti, who has over 20 years of betting experience. The show has been running since 2014, when soccer was added to the site's podcast catalogue around the World Cup. Episodes follow a consistent format aimed at bettors looking for reasoned picks rather than hype.
Episodes
UCL 26/27 Matchday 3 Key Games Betting Picks (includes PSG v Barcelona) | The Champions League Show (EP. 118)
Paris St-Germain v Barcelona - a fixture that could prove to be the most exciting in this season's Champions League.Matchday 3's game of the week, sees the two top teams in the market clash in Paris, as PSG host Barcelona. The free-scoring teams start match week three as the league phase's top two, with PSG ahead of Barcelona on goals scored and with no other sides having netted more this term. PS
Serie A Matchday 7 Betting Picks | Scommesse Italia (EP. 189)
The early signs suggest the title fight in Serie A will be wide open once again this season and two Scudetto hopefuls meet in Sunday’s evening kick-off as Lazio head to Juventus.Defending champions Inter Milan lead the way with 16 points but Lazio are level with the pacesetters after an impressive start to the campaign under former Italy boss Gennaro Gattuso.
Premier League 26/27 Matchday 7 Betting Picks | The EPL Show (EP. 307)
Billi breaks down Premier League Matchday Seven, with fierce rivalries taking centre stage as Manchester United visit Leeds (covered over on Bet MUFC) and Brighton face Crystal Palace. Liverpool travel to Brentford, Arsenal head to Nottingham Forest, and Chelsea face Everton, while Tottenham host Coventry with pressure mounting to deliver. From the title race to the teams desperate to kick-start t
Martinez Implodes + Leeds v United Preview | Bet MUFC (EP. 247)
It has been another turbulent week for Manchester United and there will be plenty of scrutiny on Michael Carrick and his side when they visit Leeds in the Premier League on Sunday.United are winless in five across all competitions and followed up last Saturday’s 1-1 draw with ten-man Tottenham – a match they arguably deserved to lose – with a 2-0 Champions League humbling at Atletico Madrid.An out
UCL 26/27 Matchday 2 Key Games Betting Picks (includes Atletico Madrid v Manchester United) | The Champions League Show (EP. 117)
Manchester City's Wednesday showdown with Paris Saint-Germain takes centre stage as the Champions League returns for Matchday 2. Elsewhere, Manchester United face a much tougher examination away to Atlético Madrid after their cruising to 4–0 win over Sabah in their opener, while Real Madrid travel to Roma and Barcelona visit Galatasaray. With heavyweight clashes and challenging away trips, this ro
Serie A Matchday 6 Betting Picks | Scommesse Italia (EP. 188)
Serie A returns for Matchday 6 with Como hosting unbeaten Roma in one of the standout fixtures, while surprise package Cagliari welcome Juventus in a clash that could prove tighter than the odds suggest. We’ll break down the strongest betting angles across the round, including the goals potential in Sassuolo versus AC Milan, Frosinone’s chances of frustrating Napoli and whether struggling Bologna
The Sack Derby: Manchester United v Tottenham | Bet MUFC (EP. 246)
The extended international break was a rough one for Manchester United and Tottenham, who were each left to stew on some awful results. Spurs spent the break bottom of the table, as they search for their first victory of the campaign. Manchester United are winless in three, a run which included their controversial home defeat to Manchester City.The Premier League throwing the book at City was a le
Premier League 26/27 Matchday 6 Betting Picks With Extended Liverpool v Manchester City Preview | The EPL Show (EP. 306)
All eyes will be on the game of the season on Sunday, when Manchester City return to action for the first time since their controversial guilty verdict, as Enzo Maresca’s side will look to put their future doubts to one side and claim victory at Anfield. The Citizens have won all seven games since their curtain-raising defeat to Arsenal in the Community Shield, scoring 20 goals in the process and
Messi Final Match + UEFA Nations Betting Picks | 90+3 (EP.3)
Lionel Messi will bring the curtain down on his glittering Argentina career with a farewell friendly against Benin that marks the dawn of a new era for the South American champions. After more than two decades of service to his country, the 39-year-old superstar will hand over the captain’s armband for good as he makes his final appearance in the Albiceleste jersey on Tuesday at the Estadio Monume
The PEPSTEIN Files + UEFA Nations League Betting Picks | 90 + 3 (EP.2)
Billi breaks down the latest blockbuster developments surrounding Manchester City, after their SHAM commercials were publicly exposed by the Premier League.The independent commission found Man City guilty of:Man City arranged 'sham' contracts with a number of its commercial partners to artificially inflate the club's revenues and reduce its costs by more than £900m.The club filed accounts that con
Manchester City CHARGED + England v Spain Betting Picks | 90 + 3 (EP.1)
Manchester City have finally received the verdict from the Premier League on their alleged breaches of financial rules, with the club guilty on all but one of the 115 charges. Billi takes an extensive deep dive into the entire situation, before moving on to breaking a handpicked selection of UEFA Nations League matches- including England v Spain. Newly crowned world champions Spain have made it to
Next Man Up? | Bet MUFC (EP. 245)
Fulham may never get a better opportunity to record a rare home win over Manchester United than on Sunday when a reeling Red Devils side head to Craven Cottage.The Whites, who have won just one of their last 20 Premier League games against United, will be feeling good after good performances against Liverpool and West Ham in the past week, whereas United’s campaign has taken a turn for the worse.M
Serie A Matchday 5 Betting Picks | Scommesse Italia (EP. 187)
The top two in Serie A meet at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday and it could be the home side Roma who maintain their perfect start to the new campaign following the big showdown with champions Inter Milan. Inter’s only defeat so far was a 2-1 loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League, but their latest two league games have been stirring affairs, as they have been required to come back from two g
Premier League 26/27 Matchday 5 Betting Picks | The EPL Show (EP. 305)
Arsenal and Manchester City will look to take their 100% starts into the international break. Arsenal certainly have the more difficult assignment, when they travel to Brighton on Saturday. The Seagulls are fifth ahead of matchday five, having claimed seven points from four games. Fabian Hurzeler has also guided his team to two wins in the Conference League and a 3-2 victory over Manchester United
F**K VAR | Bet MUFC (EP. 244)
An increased fixture list always looked like Manchester United’s biggest hurdle this season, and they followed up their Champions League return with a 0-1 home defeat to Manchester City. Despite United's poor performance against 10-men, it's the shocking VAR decision to award Erling Haaland's goal that has rightfully stolen the headlines. Billi gives his take on the situation, before moving onto t
UEL 26/27 Futures Betting Picks | The Europa League Show
After Tottenham and Aston Villa won the previous two Europa League finals, there were fears that the Premier League’s wealth would now dominate Europe’s second-tier competition.However, Bournemouth and Sunderland claimed the Premier League’s two Europa League berths last term, and they’ve been joined in the competition by Conference League winners Crystal Palace.With none of England’s traditional
Manchester Derby | Bet MUFC | (EP. 243)
Red Devils manager Michael Carrick became an instant hero when leading United to a 2-0 derby-day victory in his first game after taking over from Ruben Amorim last term but City’s bright start to the campaign suggests they may have to work harder for three points this time. Enzo Maresca faces a tougher task replacing his predecessor, the legendary Pep Guardiola, than Carrick did coming in for the
Premier League 26/27 Matchday 4 Betting Picks | The EPL Show (MD. 4)
The Premier League season is in full swing, and several intriguing storylines have already been created. Any question marks over if Arsenal could back up their title-winning campaign from last season, have been all but put to bed, by the dominance which the Gunners have exerted early doors. Mikel Arteta’s men have beaten Manchester City, Coventry, Aston Villa, Chelsea and Napoli by an aggregate sc
Serie A Matchday 4 Betting Picks | Scommesse Italia (EP. 186)
Lazio will look to make it four wins from four matches when they take on AC Milan at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday evening.The White and Sky Blues are one of only three teams that have won their opening three games, but only two points separate the two sides, with AC Milan collecting seven points so far.Lazio are now under the stewardship of former AC Milan midfielder Gennaro Gattuso, and he has
UCL 26/27 Matchday 1 Key Games Betting Picks | The Champions League Show (EP. 116)
The Champions League is back - who will get their hands on the famous trophy in Madrid on 5 June next year? Paris St-Germain are the betting favourites are aiming to win the title for the third year running as the league phase begins on Tuesday.The game of the week will see Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid hosting his former club Inter Milan. Inter Milan lost five of their final six Champions League ma
UCL 26/27 Futures Betting Picks | The Champions League Show (EP. 115)
The Champions League is back - who will get their hands on the famous trophy in Madrid on 5 June next year? Paris St-Germain are the betting favourites are aiming to win the title for the third year running as the league phase begins on Tuesday. Five English teams will try to stop them, with Arsenal the favourites to better their runners-up slot from last year. Billi takes a deep dive into the Fut
Everton v United Preview | Bet MUFC (EP. 242)
United bounced back from a shock defeat to Hull by beating Ipswich last time out, however, Sunday’s trip to Everton will be the first time this season when they are not facing a promoted team.Everton have enjoyed a positive start to the Premier League season but have seen their squad weakened ahead of the visit of Manchester United on Sunday.The Merseyside club sanctioned exits for Beto and Iliman
Serie A Matchday 3 Betting Picks | Scommesse Italia (EP. 185)
Matchday 3 begins with the game of the week, as Inter Milan host Napoli. Inter have been crowned Serie A champions and won the Coppa Italia in the six months since their last meeting with Napoli, and they again look the team to beat in Italy. Cristian Chivu has kept the core of his side intact while still adding quality in the form of John Stones and Curtis Jones, and the Nerazzurri can lay down a
Premier League 26/27 Matchday 3 Betting Picks | The EPL Show (EP. 303)
The Premier League season is in full swing, and several intriguing storylines have already been created. On matchday two, there was more misery for Tottenham Hotspur, a new-look Manchester City cranking into gear and Hull City getting a huge win over a relegation rival. The biggest match of the weekend takes place at the Emirates on Sunday afternoon when defending champions Arsenal host Chelsea. M
Starting Over From… Now | Bet MUFC (EP. 241)
Manchester United are aiming to bounce back from last weekend’s shock 2-0 loss at Hull when they take on another newly-promoted side in Ipswich at Old Trafford on Sunday.It was a dismal afternoon for United at the MKM Stadium and Michael Carrick will demand a response from his side against an Ipswich team they have a strong record against.The Red Devils are unbeaten in the last eight meetings betw
Serie A Matchday 2 Betting Picks | Scommesse Italia (EP. 184)
The game of the weekend is sees two teams that finished in the top four in Serie A last season meet at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, as Napoli host Como.Napoli finished second behind Inter Milan last year, but manager Antonio Conte decided to step down in May, with Massimiliano Allegri now at the helm.The hosts had no issues winning their first game of the season under Allegri against Genoa, but
Premier League 26/27 Matchday 2 Betting Picks | The EPL Show (EP. 302)
The opening weekend has already given us plenty to think about, but there's little time to dwell on those results as the Premier League moves into its second round of fixtures. From Manchester City's trip to Selhurst Park and Spurs facing Newcastle to Arsenal heading to Villa Park, there are some intriguing games ahead.Billi breaks down the betting lines - giving you picks for 8 of the 10 matches
Serie A 26/27 Season Preview + Matchday 1 | Scommesse Italia (EP. 183)
Despite a summer which saw idolised manager Simone Inzaghi depart, Inter cruised to the title last season, finishing 11 points clear of second-place Napoli to retake the Scudetto from the Partenopei. The Nerazzurri are expected to be the best team in Italy again and are priced up as the +100 favourites to retain their trophy. They begin their season this evening at home to newly promoted Monza, an
Manchester United 26/27 Season Preview | Bet MUFC (EP. 240)
Manchester United should be aiming for a Premier League title challenge after a hugely encouraging third-place finish in 2025-26. Michael Carrick galvanised a confidence-stricken squad after replacing Ruben Amorim in January, delivering 12 wins from 17 games and 39 points, more than any other side in the same time period.The INEOS-led ownership group subsequently handed Carrick a permanent two-yea
Premier League 26/27 Matchday 1 Betting Picks | The EPL Show (EP. 301)
The EPL is Back! The new Premier League season kicks off tomorrow, and Billi gives you all the actionable betting information you need for the opening weekend. Arsenal open their defence at home to Coventry City, who won promotion by landing the Championship title last season. The Sky Blues have invested heavily over the summer and look to have put together a squad that has a decent chance of avoi
Premier League 2026/27 Season Preview (2/2) | The EPL Show (EP. 300)
The Premier League returns on friday, and will be heightened by a different level of intrigue. There will an unprecedented nine clubs with new managers this season, and nine teams competing in Europe. With all this churn and change and the challenges European football brings, this season could spring a surprise or two. So, who’s best avoided and where’s the value in the Top Half, Bottom Half, Top
Premier League 2026/27 Season Preview (1/2) | The EPL Show (EP. 299)
The Premier League returns on August 21st, heightened by a different level of intrigue. For the first time in nearly a decade, Manchester will not have Pep Guardiola, and they will not begin the season as favourites, champions or even as the team everyone else is chasing. Arsenal enter the campaign as the defending champions, for the first time in 22 years, and as 6/4 favourites to retain the crow
Community Shield 2026: Arsenal v Manchester City | BONUS SHOW
Manchester City begin the Enzo Maresca era in earnest when they face Premier League champions Arsenal at the Principality Stadium on Sunday, with both teams coming into this curtain-raiser after relatively low-key pre-seasons.The Gunners have only won one of their four pre-season friendlies and Maresca is yet to field some of his stars after an extended period of rest after the World Cup.Citizens
Transfer Window Update | The EPL Show (EP. 298)
The Premier League's summer 2026 transfer window officially opened on Monday 15 June and will close on Tuesday 1 September at 23:00 BST. With just 9 games to go until the big kick-off, Billi cross-examines the league's most significant hits and misses so far.
World Cup Recap + Early EPL W/Future Lock | World Cup 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded with Spain capturing their second world championship by defeating Argentina in a dominant final at MetLife Stadium. The expanded 48-team tournament featured historic comebacks, superstar milestones, and tactical mastery. Most importantly for you guys, The Soccer Betting Podcast, when it mattered the most, cemented itself as the No.1 football betting podcast on the
Spain v Argentina World Cup Final Betting Preview | World Cup 2026
After over a month of action, the World Cup comes to a close on Sunday night as Spain and Argentina meet in the final at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.Spain came into the competition as the favourites but some uninspiring displays in the group stages saw them drop behind France in the betting. La Roja were the underdogs ahead of their semi-final with Les Bleus but they ultimat
ARGENTINA ATROCITY | World Cup 2026
Billi examines how Thomas Tuchel put England out of the 2026 World Cup, before moving onto looking at Saturday's third place playoff. The inquest is already well underway after England’s last-four collapse against Argentina. Boss Thomas Tuchel’s decision to switch to a back five after taking the lead spectacularly backfired as they slipped to a 2-1 defeat and this game is probably an unwelcome dis
France v Spain and England v Argentina Semifinals Betting Picks | World Cup 2026
Spain, Argentina, France and England have held FIFA's top four international spots for almost exactly two years. Now, they will face each other for the right to hoist the World Cup trophy: France versus Spain on Tuesday in Arlington, Texas, followed by Argentina against England on Wednesday in Atlanta — then the winners' faceoff at Sunday's final in East Rutherford, N.J.
World Cup Quarterfinals Betting Picks | World Cup 2026
Billi looks back at the Round of 16 before moving onto to the four Quarterfinals, taking place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. England and Norway meet in the quarter finals of the World Cup on Saturday night in a battle between two sides who have just secured historic results.The Three Lions had struggled in the early stages of the competition, but they produced one of their greatest ever perfor
World Cup Round of 16 Betting Picks (2/2) | World Cup 2026
Despite his red card against Bosnia, FIFA have cleared Folarin Balogun to feature in the USA’s clash with Belgium on Monday night. It's one of the most disgraceful decisions in the history of football. From the Trump lead FIFA corruption, to the horrible and embarrassing fan chants, to the obnoxious and entitled takes on social media about how to "improve a game" Americans watch every 4 years, the
World Cup Round of 16 Betting Picks (1/2) | World Cup 2026
Billi breaks down the first 4 World Cup Round of 16 matches, taking place on Saturday and Sunday, headlined by Mexico v England. Two late goals from captain Harry Kane spared England’s blushes against DR Congo but they will need to raise their levels significantly if they are to overcome co-hosts Mexico at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City in the last 16 on Sunday night. If England are at their be
Round of 32 Key Games Betting Picks (2/2) | World Cup 2026
Billi breaks down his second set of selected games from the Round of 32. USA impressed during the group stages and the co-hosts will feel they have a chance to go far at the World Cup but they need to end a winless streak when they face Bosnia in the round of 32 on Wednesday night. A 3-2 defeat to Turkiye in the final batch of group games means the USA are winless in 12 games against European team
Round of 32 Key Games Betting Picks (1/2) | World Cup 2026
The Round of 32 is set and Billi breaks down 4 selected games from Monday and Tuesday's slate. France reached the final of the World Cup four years ago and they look good value to reach the same stage of the competition if their first three games are anything to go by.They topped Group I after winning all three matches, as they proved too much for Norway, Senegal and Iraq. Their reward is a clash
Game Week 3 Key Games Betting Picks (2/2) | World Cup 2026
Colombia and Portugal meet at the Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday night in a game that will decide who claims top spot in World Cup Group K.The South Americans have the advantage after two wins, while Ronaldo and Portugal have four points on the board and have to win to move ahead of their opponents and avoid Spain in the Round of 16.
Game Week 3 Key Games Betting Picks (1/2) | World Cup 2026
The key games show looks at five of the early key games from the third phase of the group stage, including matches involving Canada, Brazil and the clash between France and Norway, which is a straight shootout for top spot in Group I, as two of the world’s best strikers go head-to-head in Foxborough on Friday. Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe already have four goals apiece in their race for the Wo
Game Week 2 Key Games Betting Picks (2/2) | World Cup 2026
The key games show looks at five of the early key games from the second phase of the group stage, including matches involving Argentina, France and England. The USA put in a blistering display to beat Paraguay 4-1 in front of a home Los Angeles crowd and the Star and Stripes will be hoping for more of the same against Australia.The opening round saw Argentina legend Lionel Messi made history as he
Game Week 2 Key Games Betting Picks (1/2) | World Cup 2026
The key games show looks at five of the early key games from the second phase of the group stage, including matches involving the USA, Brazil and Germany. The USA put in a blistering display to beat Paraguay 4-1 in front of a home Los Angeles crowd and the Star and Stripes will be hoping for more of the same against Australia.In contrast to the US, Brazilian fans wouldn't have been happy with what
Game Week 1 Key Games Betting Picks (2/2) | World Cup 2026
The key games show looks at five of the eight remaining game week 1 matches, including England's opening match against Croatia- who they lost to in the semi-finals of the 2018 tournament. However, it's not a great omen for the Croatians that their squad is largely the same from their run to the final in 2018. That side wasn’t exactly young, and their group stage exit at Euro 2024 suggests this gro
Game Week 1 Key Games Betting Picks (1/2) | World Cup 2026
World Cup 2026 kicks-off tonight at the Estadio Azteca, with Co-hosts Mexico taking on South Africa. The Mexicans head into their first hosting of the World Cup since 1986 unbeaten in eight matches, and it is worth noting that El Tri have recorded a joint-best quarter-final showing in both their previous World Cups on home soil. This is hardly surprising given the high altitude of many Mexican sta
World Cup Outrights + Golden Boot | World Cup 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is right around the corner and the biggest tournament in world football is also one of the world’s biggest betting events. Millions of people place bets on the tournament, with many casual fans taking the opportunity to have a wager on the event. Unfortunately, many of these fans will be looking for good information, and will end up finding some used car salesman type - who
Group K and L Betting Picks | World Cup 2026
Billi concludes his 2026 World Cup Group breakdowns by deep dive into Groups K and L. World Cup Group K includes Portugal, DR Congo, Uzbekistan and Colombia, with matches to take place in US states Texas, Florida, Georgia and in Mexico City and Zapopan. Cristiano Ronaldo is set to play at his sixth and surely his final ever World Cup this summer, and will desperate to replicate what Lionel Messi d
Group I and J Betting Picks | World Cup 2026
Billi continues his 2026 World Cup coverage by breaking down Groups I and J. World Cup Group I includes 2022 runners-up France, Senegal, Iraq and Erling Haaland's Norway, and will feature an Mbappe v Haaland match (if both players start). Group I will see it's matches played in US cities New Jersey, Philadelphia and Massachusetts, plus Canada's Toronto.World Cup Group J includes reigning World Cha
Group G and H Betting Picks | World Cup 2026
Billi continues his 2026 World Cup coverage by breaking down Groups G and H. World Cup Group G includes Belgium, Egypt, Iran and New Zealand, with matches taking place in US cities Seattle and Los Angeles and in Canada's Vancouver. Meanwhile, World Cup Group H includes pre-tournament favourites Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay, with matches set to take place in Zapopan, Mexico and USA c
Group E and F Betting Picks | World Cup 2026
Billi continues his 2026 World Cup coverage by breaking down Groups E and F. World Cup Group E includes Germany, Curacao, Ivory Coast and Ecuador, with matches taking place in the USA's Houston, New Jersey, Philadelphia and Kansas City plus Toronto in Canada. The four-time winners, Germany, will be looking for their first World Cup victory since 2014, while Curacao will be taking part in their fir
Group C and D Betting Picks | World Cup 2026
Billi continues his 2026 World Cup coverage by breaking down Groups C and D. World Cup Group C includes Scotland, Brazil, Morocco and Haiti, with matches will take place in the USA in Foxborough, Miami, New Jersey, Philadelphia and Atlanta. Brazil have won every group since 1982 and are widely expected to top their group once again. World Cup Group D includes co-hosts the United States of America,
Group A and B Betting Picks | World Cup 2026
Billi begins his 2026 World Cup coverage by breaking down Groups A and B. World Cup Group A includes co-hosts Mexico, South Africa, South Korea and Czech Republic; matches will take place in Mexico and USA, with Mexico opening tournament vs South Africa on Thursday June 11th. World Cup Group B includes co-hosts Canada, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Qatar and Switzerland; matches will take place in Canadian
The European Show | 6/6 — 25/26 Season Review
Billi recaps and analyses this season's Champions League and major European leagues, and glosses over what we might see next season. This season's action concluded last Saturday, with Paris St-Germain underlining their status as one of European football's greatest ever teams by becoming only the second club to retain the Champions League.Their nervy 4-3 win on penalties over Arsenalfollowing a 1-1
End of Season Review | Bet MUFC (EP. 239)
Billi breaks down what was Manchester United's 25/26 season. A season that began with Amorim and has concluded with Michael Carrick securing the job as the head coach of the men’s first team, having signed a new contract which will run to 2028.Carrick returned to United as head coach in January and was awarded the Premier League Manager of the Month award after victories against Manchester City an
Premier League 25/26 Season Recap + Team Of The Season | The EPL Show (EP. 297)
Billi recaps an EPL Season which saw Liverpool - who were never at the races - relinquish the Premiership title to Arsenal, who ended a 22-year wait for a league title. The season also saw Pep Guardiola end a 10-year stay at Manchester City, while Manchester United returned to Europe's top table- with Chelsea missing out on Europe entirely. Meanwhile, at the other end of the table, Tottenham narro
UCL Final 2026: PSG v Arsenal Betting Preview | The Champions League (EP. 114)
The winners of this season’s UEFA Champions League will be decided in Budapest on Saturday, as Paris Saint-Germain face Arsenal in the final.Although not historically two of Europe’s powerhouses, both sides have proved their worth in recent years and now sit proudly at the head of Europe’s top table – not only as finalists but as champions of two of the most famed domestic leagues in the world.PSG
Premier League Matchday 38 Betting Picks | The EPL Show (EP. 296)
The Final Day of the 2025/26 Premier League season approaches on Sunday and while the title race is over there is still plenty to play for.There are places in the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League to be secured, while the final relegation spot will also be decided.Even clubs without European qualification or Premier League safety to play for will still hope to fi
UEL 2026 Final: Freiburg v Aston Villa | The Europa League Show
Unai Emery heads into his fifth Europa League final in Istanbul on Wednesday, and the most successful manager in the competition’s history can lead Aston Villa to glory and get his hands on the trophy for the fourth time.Underdogs Freiburg are enjoying their most successful European season to date, but much of their success this campaign has been built on their flawless home record, and the lack o
Serie A Matchday 37 | Scommesse Italia (EP. 182)
Milan are on seemingly on the verge of squandering Champions League football, however, they might represent a value bet away at Genoa on Sunday, despite their recent poor form. Massimiliano Allegri’s side face Daniele De Rossi’s team at Stadio Luigi Ferraris and could be worth backing to get the win against a Genoa side who have failed to score in three straight Serie A games and have been unable
FA Cup Final + Premier League Matchday 37 Picks | The EPL Show (EP. 295)
Manchester City will contest the FA Cup final for the fourth year in a row tomorrow, as they face Chelsea at Wembley. City have lost the last two finals and will be desperate to avoid a third consecutive defeat in the final of the world’s oldest cup competition. Only one team has lost three successive FA Cup finals before and that happens to be Chelsea, losing in 2020, 2021 and 2022 – and this is
Serie A Matchday 36 Betting Picks | Scommesse Italia (EP. 181)
AC Milan are locked in a five-way battle for Champions League qualification, and they can give their chances a boost when they host the European-chasing Atalanta on Sunday.The Rossoneri have put in some poor performances lately, but they have only lost three home games all season and face a visiting side winless in their last five.
Champions League UNLOCKED | Bet MUFC (EP. 238)
Manchester United’s revival under Michael Carrick was further enhanced by last weekend’s victory over bitter rivals Liverpool, a result that guaranteed the club’s return to the Champions League next season.That 3-2 success at Old Trafford also made it three wins on the bounce for United and 10 victories in 14 since Carrick returned to the club in January, form that makes a more permanent stay for
Premier League Matchday 36 Betting Picks | The EPL Show (EP. 294)
Manchester City will need to beat Brentford on Saturday and will be desperately hoping for a favour from West Ham, who host Arsenal on Sunday afternoon. Arsenal secured a spot in their first Champions League final in two decades in midweek, but their Premier League title hopes may take a hit when they visit a West Ham side battling relegation. The Hammers sit a point adrift of safety after last we
UCL, UEL & UECL Semifinals 2nd Leg Betting Picks | The Champions League Show (EP. 113)
Billi breaks down the betting lines for all six semifinal 2nd Legs from the Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League.All eyes will be on Munich on Wednesday as Bayern host PSG in their Semifinal 2nd Leg. PSG clinched a crucial first-leg lead in one of the games of the season in Paris last week, and another thriller is expected between two of the best attacking sides in Europe w
Liverpool Preview W/Lock | Bet MUFC (EP. 237)
Manchester United sit third in the Premier League table and victory over bitter rivals Liverpool on Sunday would guarantee Champions League football for next season.The visitors sit fourth in the standings and are on course for a place in Europe’s top competition themselves, and if they win in Manchester they will draw level on points with United.United have claimed 29 points in 13 games since Mic
Serie A Matchday 35 Betting Picks | Scommesse Italia (EP. 180)
Inter could win the Serie A title before a ball is kicked this weekend, with Napoli and Milan needing positive results to keep up the pressure on the champions elect.However even if their chasers don’t do them a favour Cristian Chivu’s men should be able to secure the Scudetto with a win over Parma on Sunday, landing us over 6.5 Units from Futures payouts.
Premier League Matchday 35 Betting Picks | The EPL Show (EP. 293)
Billi (@LockBettingSS) breaks down all of the Matchday 35 Premier League betting lines. This Bank Holiday weekend slate will have a massive impact at both ends of the table, as Arsenal could potentially put some significant pressure on Manchester City ahead of their Monday night trip to Everton, if they can open up a 6 point gap at the top of the table by winning at home to Fulham on Saturday. How
UCL Semifinals 1st Leg Betting Picks | The Champions League Show (EP. 112)
Defending champions PSG play host to Champions League outright favourites Bayern Munich on Tuesday night, in a tie that most feel will decide the destination of the Champions League trophy. Vincent Kompany’s side won a seven-goal thriller away to Mainz on Saturday, and with the Bundesliga trophy secured, they have been able to rest their main stars over the past 3-4 weeks-- which could be a key co
Brentford Preview W/Lock | Bet MUFC (EP. 236)
Only an almighty collapse will see Manchester United not featuring in the Champions League later this year. Some bookmakers go as short as 1/500 on the top five finish required for qualification. A shock Monday night defeat to Leeds ended a run of five consecutive wins at Old Trafford, however the victory over the Chelsea got them right back on track. As impressive as Brentford have been this seas
Serie A Matchday 34 Betting Picks | Scommesse Italia (EP. 179)
Milan have fallen to three defeats in their last five Serie A matches and have allowed their rivals Inter to get away despite beating them in the derby at the beginning of last month.They beat struggling Hellas Verona last week when a Adrien Rabiot goal did the damage, but the 3-0 home defeat they suffered to Udinese the week before was particularly deflating and that reverse does not bode well fo
Premier League Matchday 34 Betting Picks | The EPL Show (EP. 292)
Billi breaks down the Matchday 34 EPL and both of the weekend's FA Cup semifinals. Arsenal’s title hopes are in the balance after defeat at Manchester City last weekend and they desperately need all three points when Newcastle visit on Saturday. Arsenal were knocked off the top of the table on Wednesday for the first time since early October, however, a win would see them move back to the summit,
Chelsea Preview: “Win and you’re in!” | Bet MUFC (EP.235)
Seven points separate Chelsea and Manchester United as both sides vie for a top-five spot in the Premier League, and the Red Devils could take a step closer to Champions League qualification at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.Michael Carrick’s side lost 2-1 at home to Leeds on Monday, but their performances since the former England midfielder took the reins have been a world apart from their early sea
Premier League Matchday 33 | The EPL Show (EP. 291)
Billi (@SGPSoccer) breaks down this weekend's EPL slate, which will be headlined by a potential title decider on Sunday. Manchester City are hoping to extend their winning streak when they host Arsenal on Sunday, and the Etihad Stadium could witness a huge shift in momentum in the Premier League title race.Pep Guardiola’s side come into this tie six points adrift of the Gunners, but they are on a
UCL Quarterfinals 2 Leg Betting Picks | The Champions League Show (EP. 111)
Liverpool host Paris Saint-Germain in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie on Tuesday with a two-goal deficit to recover after defeat in the French capital last week.The Anfield side have staged some outrageous European comebacks over the years but aside from that history it is hard to make any kind of case for them to fight back against PSG.Elsewhere, Real Madrid must overco
United v Leeds Preview W/Lock | Bet MUFC (EP. 234)
Manchester United face their first fixture in 25 days tonight, having been given a watching brief since the opening match of the last round of league action. With no European or FA Cup fixtures, the Red Devils have had plenty of time to prepare for the visit of Leeds.The visitors have played twice since United’s last game, including a penalty shoot-out win at West Ham in last weekend’s FA Cup quar
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A three-game winless run, one which began with a 1-0 defeat to rivals AC Milan, will have had Inter fans worrying their title charge was set to unravel but Cristian Chivu’s side alleviated those fears in emphatic fashion last weekend. The Nerazzurri proved why they are sitting pretty at the Serie A summit by routing Roma 5-2 and they can overcome another tricky test when making the short trip to C
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