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Utrecht v Nottingham Forest – Bet Builder, Tips and Predictions

11 Dec – 17:45 | Europa League
Venue: Stadion Galgenwaard

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Utrecht enter this decisive Europa League fixture in worrying form, coming into the game without a win in their last four matches across all competitions. Their European campaign has been even more disappointing, with the Dutch side failing to win any of their opening five group phase fixtures.

A 1-1 home draw with Porto is the only point they have collected in Europe, with defeats against Lyon (1-0), Brann (1-0), Freiburg (2-0) and Real Betis (2-1) leaving Ron Jans’ side needing a major turnaround to salvage pride on matchday six. With goals proving extremely hard to come by and confidence fragile, the hosts face an uphill battle.

Nottingham Forest, by contrast, sit in a much healthier position. Sean Dyche’s team occupy 16th place in the Europa League table with a respectable return of two wins, two draws and only one defeat from their five European outings. They remain firmly in contention for progression.

Although Forest suffered recent Premier League losses to Brighton and Everton, those setbacks should not overshadow their broader form. The Tricky Trees have tasted defeat just twice in their last eight matches in all competitions, have battled to a valuable point away at Sturm Graz, and produced a dominant 3-0 win over Malmö at the City Ground.

Given the contrasting momentum and European output, Forest head into this tie as strong favourites.

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Ferencváros v Rangers – Bet Builder, Tips and Predictions

11 Dec – 17:45 | Europa League
Venue: Groupama Aréna

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Ferencváros enter the final round of Europa League league-phase action still unbeaten in the competition, having collected three wins and two draws from their opening five fixtures. Robbie Keane’s men sit 6th overall thanks to impressive wins against Genk, RB Salzburg and Ludogorets, underlining their growing European pedigree.

Momentum is firmly with the Hungarian champions. Across all competitions, Ferencváros have suffered just one defeat in their last nine matches, winning seven of those, and they have taken four points from two home Europa League games so far — a 3-1 win over Ludogorets and a 1-1 draw with Viktoria Plzen. With strong home support at the Groupama Aréna, confidence will be high.

Rangers, meanwhile, are in deep trouble. The Scottish side sit fourth from bottom in the Europa League standings with only one point from a possible 15. New boss Danny Röhl has been tasked with steadying the ship, but his side are running out of time, sitting five points off the qualification cut.

Away form in Europe has been particularly damaging. Rangers have already fallen to defeats at Sturm Graz (2-1) and Brann (3-0), and with a growing injury list and a suspension in midfield, this trip to Budapest looks a daunting assignment.

With Ferencváros flying and Rangers struggling, the home side have a clear edge.

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Arsenal arrive in Belgium with a perfect Champions League league-phase record (5 wins from 5), showcasing both quality and mentality in Europe. Even after a domestic setback at Aston Villa, they remain a level above Brugge in terms of squad depth and attacking options. Brugge are winless in their last four UCL fixtures and have recently changed manager — a sign of instability that the Gunners can capitalise on.

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Brugge may be struggling for results, but they’ve shown strong attacking potential at home, scoring 3+ goals in both UCL league-phase home matches (including vs Barcelona). Arsenal have conceded in their last two away matches and have defensive absences at centre-back, increasing the likelihood that Brugge find a breakthrough.

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Arteta’s side are averaging nearly three times fewer shots faced than taken in this competition and have fired 14 goals in five matches. Recent UCL performances — including 3 SOT goals vs Bayern — suggest they won’t hesitate to test Brugge’s third-choice goalkeeper given injuries in that position for the hosts. Arsenal have hit 5+ SOT in 4 of their 5 UCL games so far.

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Tzolis is Brugge’s most direct forward threat, recording two assists last match and averaging strong shot volume in Europe, particularly at home. With Brugge expected to attack early and utilize transitions, he should get chances to let fly — especially cutting inside from wide areas.

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Martinelli has scored in four straight UCL appearances, chasing Arsenal history with a fifth. When he is fit and starting, he regularly works the keeper — his pace on the left against Brugge’s rotated defence should produce at least one accurate attempt.

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Derby County v Millwall – Bet Builder, Tips and Predictions

10 Dec – 19:45 | EFL Championship
Venue: Pride Park

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Derby County looked to have turned a corner with a superb five-match winning streak that lifted them from relegation danger into the comfort of mid-table. However, John Eustace’s side have since slipped backwards, losing three of their last four Championship matches to Watford, Middlesbrough and Leicester.

Home form has been a key concern. Despite improvements overall, Derby have won just 3 of their 10 league games at Pride Park this season. Defensively they remain vulnerable on home turf, and both teams have scored in 7 of those 10 fixtures, highlighting their ongoing struggle to keep clean sheets.

Millwall arrive in red-hot form and currently sit 3rd in the Championship after securing a gritty 1-0 win away at Bristol City — a result overshadowed by post-match chaos but nonetheless a third straight league victory. Prior wins over Sheffield Wednesday and Southampton underline the momentum Alex Neil’s side is building.

The Lions have been remarkably consistent recently, losing just two of their last 11 league games, while winning seven and drawing twice. Their physicality, discipline, and well-balanced attack make them a tough proposition for any side, particularly an inconsistent Derby.

With Derby’s leaky home record and Millwall’s excellent form, this matchup is perfectly poised for goals at both ends — but the visitors look far more reliable.

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Ipswich Town v Stoke City – Bet Builder, Tips and Predictions

10 Dec – 19:45 | EFL Championship
Venue: Portman Road

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Ipswich Town continue their impressive rise under Kieran McKenna, entering this midweek clash sitting firmly inside the playoff positions after a superb run of consistency. The Tractor Boys have lost just one of their last nine Championship matches, winning five during that period and showing strong form both home and away.

Two of those victories came at Portman Road — a tight and disciplined 1-0 win over West Brom, followed by a statement 3-0 triumph against league leaders Coventry City, underlining their growing momentum and resilience.

Stoke City may also occupy a top-six place ahead of Wednesday night’s meeting, but their recent form tells a very different story. Mark Robins’ men have managed just one win in their last five league fixtures, and that came against struggling Charlton.

Otherwise, their performances have been concerning, with damaging defeats against Coventry (1-0), Leicester (2-1), Hull (2-1) and a bruising 4-0 hammering at Sheffield United last time out.

With Ipswich in strong rhythm and Stoke spiralling, the hosts look well positioned to take charge at Portman Road — and goals could be relatively controlled given both sides’ recent patterns.

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Both teams have high stats when it comes to BTTS and even in this competition also. We like the price here for BTTS.

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Over 8.5 corners is my personal go too market this year finding the balance between good priced selections and a increased frequency of landing. With set pieces on the rise, teams with set piece coaches, they actively look to find corners.

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Schick leads the line for Leverkusen and if they are to be successful in the final 3rd, it is likely that he will have something to do with it. A shorter price for a SOT but given his ability, we take the price.

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Gordon is seemingly now on penalties for Newcastle and has shown improved levels of performance in recent weeks. Leverkusen can be got at on their defensive line so Gordons pace should provide decent opportunities.

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Both teams have shown defensive frailties this year despite their money spent to tackle it. Both teams also have elite attacking players leading to a BTTS selection.

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This is a big game with Xabi Alonso potentially being on the verge of a sacking. We expect his players to fight for him. Both sides have elite creative players so we could see an increased level of fouling and cards.

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Over 8.5 corners is my personal go too market this year finding the balance between good priced selections and a increased frequency of landing. With set pieces on the rise, teams with set piece coaches, they actively look to find corners.

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Phil Foden is on fantastic form currently and is displaying performances that we all expect of him. In this game I think he will have a lot of space between the lines and potentially be a late box crasher for a shot on target.