Free Football Tips Today – Thursday 18th December

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Free Football Tips Today – Thursday 18th December

Thursday’s football card offers a strong mix of European fixtures, BTTS trends and accumulator value. We’ve focused on teams showing consistent scoring patterns and sides in form to deliver another solid set of free football tips.

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20 Dec 15:00 - Man City vs West Ham - Premier League
20 Dec 15:00
Man City vs West Ham - Premier League

Man City Win & BTTS - Yes

Match Result & BTTS

Reason for Tip

The hosts Manchester City come in-to the match in excellent form, managing to win all five of their previous five matches. Within the previous five head-to-head matches the hosts Manchester City have a perfect record, winning all five games with four of those matches resulting in both teams scoring.

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⭐ Bet of the Day

Larnaca vs Shkendija

🟢 Shkendija or Draw (Double Chance)

Larnaca come into this fixture in reasonable form but are struggling to turn performances into wins. They’ve managed just one victory in their last five matches, drawing the other four, which highlights a lack of cutting edge.

Shkendija, on the other hand, arrive in excellent shape having won all three of their previous three matches. With Larnaca’s strong draw trend and Shkendija’s current momentum, backing the visitors to avoid defeat looks the value play.

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20 Dec 15:00 - Brighton vs Sunderland - Premier League
20 Dec 15:00
Brighton vs Sunderland - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
8/9

Reason for Tip

The hosts Brighton come in-to the match in good scoring form, managing to score in four of their previous five matches. Meanwhile the visitors Sunderland have managed to score in three of their previous four matches.

20 Dec 15:00 - Wolves vs Brentford - Premier League
20 Dec 15:00
Wolves vs Brentford - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
17/20

Reason for Tip

The hosts Wolves have been involved in two matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous two matches. Within the previous six head-to-head matches, four have resulted in both teams scoring.

20 Dec 20:00 - Everton vs Arsenal - Premier League
20 Dec 20:00
Everton vs Arsenal - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
59/50

Reason for Tip

The hosts Everton have managed to score in four of their previous five matches, meanwhile the visitors Arsenal have managed to score in all five of their previous five games. Within the previous three head-to-head matches, two have resulted in both teams scoring.

20 Dec 20:00 - Leeds vs Crystal Palace - Premier League
20 Dec 20:00
Leeds vs Crystal Palace - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
17/20

Reason for Tip

The hosts Leeds have been involved in five matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous five matches, meanwhile the visitors Crystal Palace have managed to score in four of their previous five games.

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Reading vs Luton – BTTS

Reading have scored in four of their last five matches, while Luton have been involved in four BTTS games in their last five, scoring in all five.

Strasbourg vs Breidablik – BTTS

Strasbourg have found the net in seven of their last ten matches, while Breidablik are regularly involved in open contests, with BTTS landing in three of their last four.

Shamrock Rovers vs Hamrun – BTTS

Shamrock Rovers have seen BTTS land in four of their previous five matches, while Hamrun have scored in three of their last four.

Mainz vs Samsunspor – BTTS

Mainz have been involved in BTTS outcomes in both of their last two matches, while Samsunspor have seen BTTS land in four of their last five.

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20 Dec 15:00 - Bournemouth vs Burnley - Premier League
20 Dec 15:00
Bournemouth vs Burnley - Premier League

Bournemouth Win

Match Result
9/20

Reason for Tip

Bournemouth vs Burnley — Match Result: AFC Bournemouth

Bournemouth look well placed to make home advantage count here. They’ve been far more reliable at the Vitality this season, playing with intensity, pressing high and consistently creating chances through wide areas and quick transitions. Burnley remain a work in progress away from Turf Moor, often struggling to deal with teams that move the ball sharply and attack space behind the full-backs. While they can dominate possession in spells, that control hasn’t always translated into cutting edge or defensive security on the road. With Bournemouth sharper in the final third and more comfortable dictating games at home, the hosts hold the stronger overall profile.

20 Dec 12:30 - Newcastle vs Chelsea - Premier League
20 Dec 12:30
Newcastle vs Chelsea - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
8/15

Reason for Tip

Newcastle vs Chelsea — Both Teams To Score: Yes

This has all the ingredients for goals at both ends. Newcastle at St James’ Park are rarely passive, especially in big fixtures, and their high-tempo pressing regularly leads to chances created but also space left behind. Chelsea continue to show attacking improvement, with pace and movement causing problems for most defences, yet they remain far from watertight when defending transitions and set phases. Both sides average strong shot volumes in these types of fixtures, and neither is inclined to sit back and protect a clean sheet. With game state likely to stay open, BTTS looks a very solid angle.

20 Dec 20:00 - Everton vs Arsenal - Premier League
20 Dec 20:00
Everton vs Arsenal - Premier League

Arsenal Win

Match Result
11/20

Reason for Tip

Everton vs Arsenal — Match Result: Arsenal

Arsenal look the more reliable side here despite the tricky nature of a trip to Goodison. They’ve been strong on the road this season, controlling matches through possession and pressing structure while still carrying a clear cutting edge in the final third. Everton remain competitive at home but often struggle to turn pressure into sustained goal threat against top-level opposition, particularly when forced to defend for long spells. Arsenal’s ability to recycle possession, stretch teams laterally and punish lapses should give them the edge, even if the contest is physical and attritional at times.

20 Dec 12:30 - Southampton vs Coventry - Championship
20 Dec 12:30
Southampton vs Coventry - Championship

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
1/2

Reason for Tip

Southampton vs Coventry — Both Teams To Score: Yes

Southampton’s games have trended towards goals recently, driven by a positive attacking approach that prioritises ball progression and width but leaves them exposed defensively. Coventry are well suited to exploit that, carrying a consistent goal threat through quick combinations and runners from midfield, while also being far from secure at the back themselves. Both sides tend to play on the front foot rather than protecting a point, and recent form suggests neither defence is dependable enough to shut the other out. All signs point towards both teams finding the net.

20 Dec 12:30 - Notts vs Walsall - League 2
20 Dec 12:30
Notts vs Walsall - League 2

Notts Win

Match Result
29/20

Reason for Tip

Notts County vs Walsall — Match Result: Notts County

Notts County’s home form and attacking structure make them the side to side with. They move the ball quickly, commit numbers forward and regularly put pressure on opponents from the first whistle at Meadow Lane. Walsall are organised and competitive but can struggle when forced to defend for long stretches, particularly against teams that rotate well between the lines. Notts County’s chance creation numbers at home remain strong, and with their ability to sustain pressure and force mistakes, they look well equipped to take all three points.

20 Dec 12:30 - Bromley vs Grimsby - League 2
20 Dec 12:30
Bromley vs Grimsby - League 2

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
4/6

Reason for Tip

Bromley vs Grimsby — Both Teams To Score: Yes

Bromley’s home fixtures are rarely quiet affairs, with their direct style producing chances at one end but also leaving them vulnerable defensively. Grimsby travel with intent and have shown they can score away from home, particularly against sides that allow space between the lines. Neither defence inspires much confidence, and both teams rely heavily on momentum rather than control. In a fixture that sets up to be open and physical, goals at both ends look far more likely than a cagey contest.

20 Dec 14:30 - Stuttgart vs Hoffenheim - Bundesliga
20 Dec 14:30
Stuttgart vs Hoffenheim - Bundesliga

Stuttgart Win

Match Result
1/1

Reason for Tip

Stuttgart vs Hoffenheim — Match Result: VfB Stuttgart

Stuttgart look the stronger side on both form and structure. At home they play with confidence and tempo, combining aggressive pressing with quick vertical attacks that put opponents under sustained pressure. Hoffenheim remain dangerous going forward but are often exposed defensively, especially away from home where their shape can unravel under pressure. Stuttgart’s ability to dominate territory, create high-quality chances and impose themselves physically gives them a clear edge in this match-up. With home momentum and a more balanced profile, Stuttgart are the correct side to be with.

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20 Dec 15:00 - Bournemouth vs Burnley - Premier League
20 Dec 15:00
Bournemouth vs Burnley - Premier League

Bournemouth Win

Match Result
1/2

Reason for Tip

Excellent opportunity at three points for today’s hosts Bournemouth, as they host a struggling Burnley side. The visitors Burnley come in-to the match in awful form, losing all seven of their previous seven matches.

20 Dec 15:00 - Bristol City vs Middlesbrough - Championship
20 Dec 15:00
Bristol City vs Middlesbrough - Championship

Middlesbrough Win

Match Result
3/2

Reason for Tip

The hosts Bristol City come in-to the match in bad form, only managing to win once within their previous five matches and have lost three games within that five match run. Meanwhile the visitors Middlesbrough come in-to the match in much better form, managing to win all four of their previous four matches.

20 Dec 15:00 - Charlton vs Oxford - Championship
20 Dec 15:00
Charlton vs Oxford - Championship

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
49/50

Reason for Tip

The hosts Charlton have been involved in four matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous five matches. Meanwhile the visitors Oxford United have an identical record, being involved in four matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous five matches.

20 Dec 15:00 - Hull vs West Bromwich - Championship
20 Dec 15:00
Hull vs West Bromwich - Championship

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
7/10

Reason for Tip

The hosts Hull have been involved in three matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous four matches, managing to score in all four games. Meanwhile the visitors West Brom have been involved in four matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous five matches, managing to score in all five games.

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13.03/1

20 Dec 15:00 - Brighton vs Sunderland - Premier League
20 Dec 15:00
Brighton vs Sunderland - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
8/9

Reason for Tip

The hosts Brighton come in-to the match in good scoring form, managing to score in four of their previous five matches. Meanwhile the visitors Sunderland have managed to score in three of their previous four matches.

20 Dec 15:00 - Wolves vs Brentford - Premier League
20 Dec 15:00
Wolves vs Brentford - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
17/20

Reason for Tip

The hosts Wolves have been involved in two matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous two matches. Within the previous six head-to-head matches, four have resulted in both teams scoring.

20 Dec 20:00 - Everton vs Arsenal - Premier League
20 Dec 20:00
Everton vs Arsenal - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
59/50

Reason for Tip

The hosts Everton have managed to score in four of their previous five matches, meanwhile the visitors Arsenal have managed to score in all five of their previous five games. Within the previous three head-to-head matches, two have resulted in both teams scoring.

20 Dec 20:00 - Leeds vs Crystal Palace - Premier League
20 Dec 20:00
Leeds vs Crystal Palace - Premier League

BTTS - Yes

Both Teams To Score
17/20

Reason for Tip

The hosts Leeds have been involved in five matches resulting in both teams scoring within their previous five matches, meanwhile the visitors Crystal Palace have managed to score in four of their previous five games.

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Sparta Prague vs Aberdeen – BTTS

Sparta Prague have scored in all of their last five matches, while Aberdeen have been involved in three BTTS games in their last five.

Crystal Palace vs KuPS – Crystal Palace to Win

Crystal Palace are in good form, winning three of their previous four matches. KuPS come into this one struggling, winless in their last four, losing three of those.

Dynamo Kyiv vs Noah – BTTS

Dynamo Kyiv have scored in all of their last four matches, while Noah have seen BTTS land in four consecutive games.

Shakhtar vs Rijeka – BTTS

Shakhtar continue to score consistently, finding the net in four of their last five matches, while Rijeka have scored in each of their previous four, all resulting in BTTS.

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Shkendija or Draw (Double Chance) vs Larnaca.

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