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Free Football Tips Today – Thursday 1st January 2026

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⭐ Bet of the Day

Charlton v Coventry – Coventry to Win

We’re taking a calculated risk here, but the price makes plenty of appeal.

Charlton come into this fixture in poor form, having managed just one win from their previous five matches, losing three times in that run. Performances have dipped, and confidence looks fragile.

Coventry arrive as the more reliable side and also hold a strong recent record in this fixture. The visitors are unbeaten in the previous four head-to-head meetings, winning three and drawing once. With form and history on their side, Coventry are taken to edge this one.

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Free BTTS Acca 01.01.26

10.75/1

1 Jan 17:30 - Crystal Palace vs Fulham - Premier League

1 Jan 17:30
Crystal Palace vs Fulham - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score

20/23

Reason for Tip

The hosts Crystal Palace have been involved in three matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous four matches, meanwhile the visitors Fulham have scored in all five of their previous five matches.

1 Jan 17:30 - Liverpool vs Leeds - Premier League

1 Jan 17:30
Liverpool vs Leeds - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score

3/4

Reason for Tip

The hosts Liverpool have been involved in three matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous five matches, scoring in all five games. Meanwhile the visitors Leeds have been involved in five matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous five matches.

1 Jan 15:00 - Bristol City vs Portsmouth - Championship

1 Jan 15:00
Bristol City vs Portsmouth - Championship

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score

89/100

Reason for Tip

The host Bristol City have managed to score in all three of their previous three matches, with two games resulting in both teams scoring. Meanwhile the visitors Portsmouth have been involved in four matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous four games.

1 Jan 15:00 - Derby vs Middlesbrough - Championship

1 Jan 15:00
Derby vs Middlesbrough - Championship

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score

91/100

Reason for Tip

The hosts Derby 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 Middlesbrough have been involved in seven matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous ten matches.

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Both Teams to Score (BTTS) Tips

Crystal Palace v Fulham – BTTS

Crystal Palace have been involved in three BTTS results in their last four matches, while Fulham continue to score with consistency, finding the net in all five of their previous five games. Goals at both ends look likely.

Liverpool v Leeds – BTTS

Liverpool have scored in all five of their previous five matches, with three producing BTTS. Leeds matches remain open and attacking, with BTTS landing in five consecutive games. Expect chances at both ends.

Bristol City v Portsmouth – BTTS

Bristol City have scored in each of their last three matches, with two seeing BTTS land. Portsmouth have been involved in four straight matches where both teams have scored, making this another strong BTTS angle.

Derby v Middlesbrough – BTTS

Derby have scored in five matches in a row, with BTTS landing in four of their last five. Middlesbrough have seen BTTS land in seven of their previous ten matches, making this a well-supported selection.

Accumulator Tips

Brentford v Tottenham – Over 1.5 Match Goals

Brentford have seen over 1.5 goals in all of their last five matches, while Tottenham have cleared this line in four of their previous five games. A steady and reliable way to start the acca.

Sunderland v Manchester City – Manchester City to Win

Sunderland have struggled badly, managing just one win in their previous five matches. Manchester City arrive in outstanding form, having won eight consecutive games, and should have too much quality across the pitch.

Hull v Stoke – Hull to Win

Hull are in excellent form, unbeaten in their last five matches, winning four of them. Stoke have won just once in their previous seven matches, losing five. Everything points towards a home win.

Preston v Sheffield Wednesday – Preston to Win

Sheffield Wednesday are in dreadful shape, winless in their previous 15 matches, and confidence is clearly low. Preston have won both recent head-to-head meetings and should be well placed to continue that dominance.

Free Acca 01.01.26

5.58/1

1 Jan 20:00 - Brentford vs Spurs - Premier League

1 Jan 20:00
Brentford vs Spurs - Premier League

Over 1.5 Goals

3/10

Reason for Tip

The hosts Brentford have been involved in five matches resulting in over 1.5 match goals within their previous five matches, meanwhile the visitors Tottenham have been involved in four games resulting in over 1.5 match goals within their previous five games.

1 Jan 20:00 - Sunderland vs Man City - Premier League

1 Jan 20:00
Sunderland vs Man City - Premier League

Man City Win

Match Result

2/5

Reason for Tip

The hosts Sunderland have only managed to win once within their previous five matches. Meanwhile the visitors Manchester City come in-to the match in excellent form, managing to win all eight of their previous eight matches.

1 Jan 15:00 - Hull vs Stoke - Championship

1 Jan 15:00
Hull vs Stoke - Championship

Hull Win

Match Result

69/50

Reason for Tip

The hosts Hull come in-to the match in very good form, unbeaten in their previous five matches and have managed to win four of those five matches. Meanwhile the visitors Stoke have only won once within their previous seven matches, losing five games within that run.

1 Jan 15:00 - Preston vs Sheff Wed - Championship

1 Jan 15:00
Preston vs Sheff Wed - Championship

Preston Win

Match Result

8/15

Reason for Tip

The visitors Sheffield Wednesday come in-to the match in awful form, winless in their previous fifth-teen matches and don’t look like winning anytime soon. Within the two previous head-to-head matches the hosts Preston have a perfect record, winning both games.

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Free BOTD 01.01.26

23/25

1 Jan 15:00 - Charlton vs Coventry - Championship

1 Jan 15:00
Charlton vs Coventry - Championship

Coventry Win

Match Result

Reason for Tip

Taking a risk on this one but at nice odds, the hosts Charlton come in-to the match in bad form, only winning once within their previous five matches and have lost three games within those five matches. Within the previous four head-to-head matches the visitors Coventry are unbeaten, winning three and drawing once.

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30 Dec 19:30 - Chelsea vs Bournemouth - Premier League

30 Dec 19:30
Chelsea vs Bournemouth - Premier League

Chelsea Win & BTTS - Yes

Match Result & BTTS

15/8

Reason for Tip

Chelsea at Stamford Bridge continue to play front-foot football, averaging well over 1.7 goals per home game, but clean sheets have remained elusive due to their aggressive positioning and high defensive line. Bournemouth are one of the more reliable scoring sides outside the top six, finding the net in over 70% of their away league matches, driven by quick transitions and direct wide play. Chelsea’s superior chance volume, possession control and squad depth give them the edge to win, but Bournemouth’s ability to exploit space on the counter makes BTTS a strong companion angle.

30 Dec 19:30 - Nottm Forest vs Everton - Premier League

30 Dec 19:30
Nottm Forest vs Everton - Premier League

Nottm Forest Win

Match Result

11/10

Reason for Tip

Forest’s home form has been a key strength this season, with points collected in the majority of games at the City Ground, where they play with far greater intensity and confidence. Everton remain competitive but continue to struggle away from home, averaging under a goal per game on the road and showing vulnerability when forced to defend sustained pressure. Forest’s direct running, set-piece threat and physical edge give them a strong platform in this matchup, particularly against an Everton side that often fades late on.

30 Dec 20:15 - Arsenal vs Aston Villa - Premier League

30 Dec 20:15
Arsenal vs Aston Villa - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score

1/1

Reason for Tip

Arsenal remain one of the league’s most consistent attacking sides, scoring in virtually every home league fixture, driven by high shot volume and fluid movement in the final third. Villa, meanwhile, have developed into a reliable scoring unit themselves, averaging over 1.5 goals per game, but are far less secure defensively against top-six opposition. With both sides preferring to attack rather than manage games conservatively, and neither defence particularly watertight in high-tempo matches, BTTS is strongly supported.

30 Dec 20:15 - Man Utd vs Wolves - Premier League

30 Dec 20:15
Man Utd vs Wolves - Premier League

Over 2.5 Goals

4/7

Reason for Tip

Manchester United matches continue to trend high-scoring, with their league games averaging close to 3.2 total goals per match, largely due to an open style and defensive inconsistency. Wolves are more competitive going forward than their table position suggests, particularly in transition, but also concede regularly when under sustained pressure. United’s attacking depth and Wolves’ willingness to break quickly should create an open game state, making the over 2.5 goals line a logical angle.

30 Dec 20:00 - Motherwell vs Celtic - Scottish Premiership

30 Dec 20:00
Motherwell vs Celtic - Scottish Premiership

Celtic Win

Match Result

3/4

Reason for Tip

Celtic remain the dominant force in Scottish football, boasting the league’s best attack and defence, and winning the vast majority of away fixtures against bottom-half sides. Motherwell are competitive at home but struggle to cope with sustained pressure and pace in wide areas — precisely where Celtic excel. With superior squad depth, relentless pressing and a consistent scoring output, Celtic are rightly favoured to control the game and take all three points.

30 Dec 19:45 - Rangers vs St. Mirren - Scottish Premiership

30 Dec 19:45
Rangers vs St. Mirren - Scottish Premiership

Rangers Win

Match Result

11/20

Reason for Tip

Rangers at Ibrox remain extremely reliable, winning well over 70% of home league matches and regularly posting multi-goal performances. St. Mirren are organised but struggle to sustain pressure away from home, particularly against sides that dominate territory and set-piece situations. Rangers’ ability to pin teams back, combined with their attacking depth and physical presence, makes them a strong home selection.

1 Jan 17:30 - Liverpool vs Leeds - Premier League

1 Jan 17:30
Liverpool vs Leeds - Premier League

Liverpool Win

Match Result

1/2

Reason for Tip

Liverpool at Anfield continue to impose themselves with tempo and intensity, averaging over 2 goals per home game and ranking among the league leaders for shot creation. Leeds bring energy and pressing but remain defensively vulnerable, particularly against teams that move the ball quickly through midfield. Liverpool’s superior quality in wide areas and their ability to sustain pressure should see them wear Leeds down over 90 minutes.

1 Jan 20:00 - Sunderland vs Man City - Premier League

1 Jan 20:00
Sunderland vs Man City - Premier League

Man City Win

Match Result

21/50

Reason for Tip

Manchester City’s dominance in these types of fixtures remains clear. They control possession, territory and game tempo better than any side in the league, while Sunderland are likely to spend long periods defending deep. City’s ability to stretch defensive blocks, recycle pressure and create high-quality chances makes them extremely reliable favourites, even away from home. With Sunderland’s margin for error minimal against elite opposition, City are well positioned to take the points.

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Charlton v Coventry – ⚽ Check your local broadcasters; EFL coverage via Sky Sports or club streams.
Crystal Palace v Fulham – 📺 Premier League on Sky Sports / TNT Sports depending on region.
Liverpool v Leeds – 📺 Live on Sky Sports / TNT / Peacock (US).
Bristol City v Portsmouth – 📱 EFL fixture; stream via Sky Go / club iFollow.
Derby v Middlesbrough – 📱 iFollow or EFL broadcast partners.
Acca Matches – Available across Sky Sports, TNT Sports & club streams depending on the fixture and region.

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Q: What does BTTS mean?
A: ‘Both Teams To Score’ — you get paid if both sides find the net.

Q: How safe is the BOTD?
A: Coventry is backed by head-to-head and current momentum, but all football carries risk.

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Q: Should I bet all tips as an Acca?
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Tipmans's Final Word

Today’s card features intriguing angles — from Coventry’s strong head-to-head edge to multiple high-scoring BTTS candidates and a well-balanced ACCA. Back smart, manage your stakes, and enjoy the football!

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Free Football Tips Today – Thursday 1st January 2026

Charlton v Coventry – Coventry to Win

BTTS - Yes

Reason for Tip

BTTS - Yes

Reason for Tip

BTTS - Yes

Reason for Tip

BTTS - Yes

Reason for Tip

Crystal Palace v Fulham – BTTS

Liverpool v Leeds – BTTS

Bristol City v Portsmouth – BTTS

Derby v Middlesbrough – BTTS

Brentford v Tottenham – Over 1.5 Match Goals

Sunderland v Manchester City – Manchester City to Win

Hull v Stoke – Hull to Win

Preston v Sheffield Wednesday – Preston to Win

Over 1.5 Goals

Reason for Tip

Man City Win

Reason for Tip

Hull Win

Reason for Tip

Preston Win

Reason for Tip

Coventry Win

Reason for Tip

Chelsea Win & BTTS - Yes

Reason for Tip

Nottm Forest Win

Reason for Tip

BTTS - Yes

Reason for Tip

Over 2.5 Goals

Reason for Tip

Celtic Win

Reason for Tip

Rangers Win

Reason for Tip

Liverpool Win

Reason for Tip

Man City Win

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