Free Football Tips – Friday 2nd January 2026

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Free Football Tips – Friday 2nd January 2026

We’re back with another strong set of free football betting tips for Friday, covering top leagues across Europe and beyond. Today’s card includes a confident Best of the Day, a BTTS treble, and a solid double built around form and goal trends.

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⭐ Bet of the Day

Rayo Vallecano v Getafe

Tip: Rayo Vallecano to Win

Rayo Vallecano come into this fixture in decent shape, having lost just once in their previous four matches and picking up two wins in that spell. They’ve shown resilience at home and look capable of controlling games against out-of-form opposition.

Getafe, on the other hand, are in a worrying run of form. The visitors have lost all four of their previous four matches and confidence looks low heading into this one. With momentum firmly on Rayo’s side, the hosts look the value play to take all three points.

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Free BTTS Treble 02.01.25

5.14/1

2 Jan 19:45 - Cagliari vs Milan - Serie A

2 Jan 19:45
Cagliari vs Milan - Serie A

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score

51/50

Reason for Tip

The hosts Cagliari have been Involved in four matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous five matches, managing to score in all five games. Meanwhile the visitors AC Milan have managed to score in three of their previous four matches.

2 Jan 20:45 - Vitória SC vs Nacional - Primeira Liga

2 Jan 20:45
Vitória SC vs Nacional - Primeira Liga

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score

1/1

Reason for Tip

The visitors Nacional have been involved in four matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous five matches. Within the previous five head-to-head matches, four have resulted in both teams scoring.

2 Jan 17:30 - Ahli vs Nassr - Saudi Pro League

2 Jan 17:30
Ahli vs Nassr - Saudi Pro League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score

5/9

Reason for Tip

The hosts Al-Ahli have managed to score in all four of their previous four matches, meanwhile the visitors Al-Nassr have managed to score in all five of their previous five matches. Within the previous five head-to-head matches, four have resulted in both teams scoring.

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Both Teams to Score (BTTS) Tips

Cagliari v AC Milan

Both Teams To Score

Cagliari have been involved in plenty of open games recently, with four of their previous five matches seeing both teams find the net — and they’ve scored in all five of those games. AC Milan have also shown attacking consistency, scoring in three of their previous four matches.

Guimaraes v Nacional

Both Teams To Score

Nacional have been involved in four BTTS results in their previous five matches, while this fixture has historically produced goals at both ends. Four of the last five head-to-head meetings between these sides have resulted in both teams scoring.

Al-Ahli v Al-Nassr

Both Teams To Score

This one has goals written all over it. Al-Ahli have scored in each of their previous four matches, while Al-Nassr have found the net in all five of their last five. Add in the head-to-head record — four BTTS results in the last five meetings — and this looks a strong selection to complete the treble.

Double

Toulouse v Lens

Over 1.5 Match Goals

Both sides have been involved in consistent goal-heavy fixtures. Toulouse have seen over 1.5 goals land in each of their previous four matches, and Lens match that exact record in their last four. With both teams capable of contributing, over 1.5 goals looks a sensible play.

Gil Vicente v Sporting

Sporting to Win

Gil Vicente are struggling badly, coming into this match winless in their previous six outings. Sporting, meanwhile, are flying — winning all four of their last four matches and showing dominance both home and away. With the form gap this wide, Sporting should have too much quality for the hosts.

Free Double 02.01.26

0.97/1

2 Jan 19:45 - Toulouse vs Lens - Ligue 1

2 Jan 19:45
Toulouse vs Lens - Ligue 1

Over 1.5 Goals

8/25

Reason for Tip

The hosts Toulouse have been involved in four matches resulting in over 1.5 match goals within their previous four matches, meanwhile the visitors Lens have also been involved in four matches resulting in over 1.5 match goals within their previous four matches.

2 Jan 18:45 - Gil Vicente vs Sporting - Primeira Liga

2 Jan 18:45
Gil Vicente vs Sporting - Primeira Liga

Sporting Win

Match Result

49/100

Reason for Tip

The hosts Gil Vicente come in-to the match winless within their previous six matches, meanwhile the visitors Sporting come in-to the match in excellent form, managing to win all four of their previous matches.

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📺 Where to Watch Today’s Matches

Rayo Vallecano vs Getafe
🔹 Live on LaLigaTV / LaLiga SmartBank official stream
🔹 Follow in-play updates on ESPN+ / official league apps

Cagliari vs AC Milan
🔹 Streaming on DAZN / Sky Sports (depending on region)
🔹 Check local broadcasters for live coverage

Guimaraes vs Nacional
🔹 Available on Sport TV / Prime Video Sport (Portugal)
🔹 Tune into club streams for live commentary

Al-Ahli vs Al-Nassr
🔹 Watch on SSC Sports / Shahid VIP (Middle East)
🔹 Official club YouTube preview & updates

Toulouse vs Lens
🔹 Live on beIN Sports / Canal+ (France)
🔹 Ligue 1 official app for live stats

Gil Vicente vs Sporting
🔹 Streaming via Sport TV / RTP Play
🔹 In-play trackers available on Sofascore/Flashscore

❓ FAQs

Q1: What does “BOTD” mean?
➡️ BOTD stands for Best Of The Day — the strongest tip in today’s list based on form, stats & value.

Q2: What is BTTS?
➡️ BTTS means Both Teams To Score. It’s a bet predicting that both sides will find the net in a match.

Q3: What’s a “Double” in betting?
➡️ A Double combines two selections into one bet — both must win for the bet to pay out.

Q4: What does “Over 1.5 match goals” mean?
➡️ It means the match needs at least 2 goals in total (e.g., 2, 3, 4+ goals) for the bet to win.

Q5: Are these tips guaranteed to win every time?
➡️ No. Football is unpredictable. These tips are based on recent form and stats, but nothing is guaranteed. Always gamble responsibly. 18+ BeGambleAware.

Tipmans's Final Word

Friday’s card is built around current form, goal trends, and head-to-head data, with a strong BOTD anchoring the bets. As always, stake sensibly and enjoy the action.

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Free Football Tips – Friday 2nd January 2026

Rayo Vallecano v Getafe

BTTS - Yes

Reason for Tip

BTTS - Yes

Reason for Tip

BTTS - Yes

Reason for Tip

Cagliari v AC Milan

Guimaraes v Nacional

Al-Ahli v Al-Nassr

Toulouse v Lens

Gil Vicente v Sporting

Over 1.5 Goals

Reason for Tip

Sporting Win

Reason for Tip

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