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Predictions 22-24.04.2023

Post author By yonathan
Post date April 22, 2023

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Barcelona vs Atlético Madrid | La Liga

23/04/2023 15:15

A great classic of Spanish football is back. On Sunday, April 23, Barcelona will face Atletico Madrid at the Camp Nou. The Blaugrana are first in the league with eleven points ahead of Real Madrid and are close to the title. Atletico Madrid are in great form and are making a comeback. At the moment, they are third, but they are only two points away from the Merengues and could try to overtake second place after blocking qualification for the next Champions League.

Barcelona are down after conceding four goals in the Copa del Re match with Real Madrid, which cost them elimination from the tournament. Xavi’s men have drawn the last two league games, with Girona and Getafe both 0-0. Atletico Madrid are in great shape after six consecutive victories in the league against Almeria, Rayo Vallecano, Betis, Valencia, Girona, and Sevilla.

Atletico Madrid have won all six of their last six La Liga games.
Simeone hasn’t lost in eleven league rounds, with nine wins and two draws.
Barcelona have drawn their last two games and lost the previous one.
The Blaugrana have not scored in three consecutive games.
The last seven meetings have seen the game end in a draw or with the Colchoneros winning five times.

Brighton vs Manchester United | FA Cup

23/04/2023 16:30

Prediction: 1-1

Roberto De Zerbi’s Brighton and Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United face off in the second semi-final of the FA Cup scheduled for Wembley Stadium in London. The Seagulls, coached by the Italian De Zerbi, are currently in seventh place in the Premier League and arrived at this commitment after beating Chelsea 1-2 at Stamford Bridge in the last league meeting with goals from Danny Wellbeck and Julio Enciso. United, on the other hand, is back from a “painful” week because after the championship success against Nottingham Forest for 0-2, they collected a heavy 3-0 in Seville in the second leg of the quarter-finals of the Europa League, thus saying goodbye to the competition.

The list of absentees is important: Brighton will be without Lallana, Lamptey, Sarmiento, Ferguson, and Veltman, while Steele is in doubt. Manchester United will miss Lisandro Martinez, Varane, van de Beek, Jones, Garnacho, and Heaton through injury, as well as Maguire through suspension. McTominay is to be evaluated.

Brighton and Manchester United have created 9 over 2.5 in their last 10 direct challenges.
There have been 7 over 2.5 in Brighton & Hove Albion’s last 8 official matches.
Brighton & Hove Albion have scored at least 1 goal in their last 9 official matches.
Manchester United have scored in 7 of their last 10 official matches.

Juventus vs Napoli | Serie A

23/04/2023 19:45

Prediction: 1-1

After the previously assigned 15 penalty points were returned to Juventus and pending new developments on the pitch, the match at the Allianz Stadium in Turin between Massimiliano Allegri’s team and Napoli on the 31st matchday of Serie A. The match is scheduled for Sunday, April 23, and if the guests are on their way to winning their third scudetto, it’s a full fight for the Champions League zone for the Bianconeri. Both teams are returning from a 1-1 draw in their respective midweek cup matches, but while for Juventus the one in Lisbon against Sporting earned them qualification for the semi-finals of the Europa League, the one for Napoli at home against Milan cost them elimination from the Champions League. Juventus will try to avenge the heavy 5-1 defeat with which they were destroyed in the first leg at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium.

Juventus have won only 1 of their last 5 official matches between the league and cups, while in the league they have lost their last two matches, both played away. The situation at home is more favorable, with an unbeaten streak lasting 9 games in all competitions with 7 wins and 2 draws. Napoli have also won only 1 of their last 5 official matches, and in the league, they have won only 1 of their last 3. After a series of 8 away wins in a row, the knockout came in the last Champions League match in Milan.

Napoli have lost only 3 of their last 34 matches in Serie A.

Juventus are unbeaten in 9 home games in all competitions, with 7 wins and 2 draws.

Juventus have gone unbeaten in 13 of their last 14 matches against Napoli.

Both teams have scored in the last 4 H2Hs.

Juventus have scored in their last 9 home games in all competitions, while Napoli have scored in 8 of their last 9.

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10 of the best football teams from across the world

Post author By yonathan
Post date April 20, 2023

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Fans come from all over the world to support their home teams and players, and football is a sport that has a significant following in every region of the planet. The popularity of football clubs continues to be high, and the purpose of this article is to examine the top 10 most popular football clubs in the world based on criteria such as the size of their fan base, the amount of attention they receive on social media, and their level of success on the field.

These football clubs have been successful in winning over the hearts and minds of fans thanks to the rich histories, renowned players, and thrilling playing styles that they have cultivated throughout the years.

Manchester City
Liverpool
Arsenal
Paris Saint-Germain
Bayern Munich
Juventus
Chelsea
Manchester United
Barcelona
Real Madrid

Manchester City

Founded in 1880, Manchester City is a football club based in England. The club has won numerous trophies both domestically and internationally, with famous players such as Sergio Aguero, Vincent Kompany, and Yaya Toure having played for the team. Forbes estimates the club is the sixth most valuable in the world, worth $4 billion. Manchester City is one of the most prosperous teams in domestic competitions, including the FA Cup, League Cup, Community Shield, and Premier League.

Liverpool

Liverpool is a club with a long and successful history, having won the Champions League six times and 19 league titles, among other trophies. The club has a large and loyal fan base around the world, and it is one of the most valuable and widely supported clubs globally. They have also been consistent winners of European competitions since the 1970s, and they are the only team in the history of the game to have ever won the UEFA Cup on three separate occasions.

Arsenal

The Emirates Stadium is the home ground for the English football team Arsenal, which competes in the Premier League. Arsenal is one of the most successful clubs in the history of English football, having won a total of 14 FA Cups in addition to their 13 Premier League wins. The club has an estimated value of $2.68 billion, which places it in eighth place among the most expensive clubs in the world.

Paris Saint-Germain

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is a French football club founded in 1970. PSG has won 40 official honors, including 10 Ligue 1 titles and 14 Coupe de France triumphs. PSG has become a regular feature in the UEFA Champions League, reaching their first final in 2020. The club is one of the clubs that receives the greatest amount of support from fans all over the world.

Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich is one of the most successful clubs in the world, having won the Bundesliga 32 times, the DFB-Pokal 20 times, and the UEFA Champions League six times. Bayern Munich won the League Cup and Champions League in one season before going on to win the Domestic Super Cup, UEFA Super Cup, and Club World Cup the following year, making them just the second club to accomplish the “sextuple.”

Juventus

The city of Turin is home to the Italian football team known as Juventus. The team has been victorious in 36 official league competitions, garnering victories in both the Coppa Italia and the Supercoppa Italiana a combined nine times. The club has one of the largest fan bases on the globe, and it has the largest fan base at the national level as well.

Chelsea

Chelsea is a London-based football club and one of the most successful clubs in English football, having won five league titles, eight FA Cups, and two UEFA Europa League titles. The club is worth US$3.20 billion, making it the seventh most valuable club globally.

Manchester United

Manchester United is one of the most widely supported football clubs in the world, with a fan base estimated at over 1 billion. The club has won a record 20 league titles, 12 FA Cups, three European Cups, and two UEFA Europa League titles. Manchester United is one of the most valuable football clubs globally, worth US$4.20 billion.

Barcelona

Barcelona’s football team is Spanish. The team has won 26 La Liga titles, 31 Copa del Rey titles, and 5 UEFA Champions League titles. Barcelona plays possession-based football with precise passing. This style of play, developed by previous manager Pep Guardiola, has become the club’s identity. Through La Masia, Barcelona develops young players. Lionel Messi, Xavi, and Andrés Iniesta are academy graduates. Barcelona has fans worldwide.

Real Madrid

Real Madrid is a football club in Spain that has its headquarters in the city of Madrid. The team holds a record 13 UEFA Champions League trophies in addition to their 34 La Liga and 19 Copa del Rey victories.

The attacking philosophy of Real Madrid places a strong emphasis on counterattacks and individual skill. Former manager Zinedine Zidane is credited with developing this style of play, which has since become characteristic of the club. Real Madrid is also known for its ability to sign top players. The club has attracted world-famous athletes like Ronaldo, Zidane, and Di Stéfano to its roster.

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Predictions 18-21.04.2023

Post author By yonathan
Post date April 18, 2023

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Napoli vs AC Milan | Champions League

18/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 2-1

On Tuesday, January 18, at the Maradona stadium, Napoli and Milan will face off again for the return match of the quarter-finals of the Champions League. In the first leg, the match ended 1-0 for the Rossoneri thanks to Bennacer’s goal in the first half, but the confrontation was balanced with a flying start from the Azzurri and the prompt response, even with a hit by the crossbar, from the team of Pioli, saved in the final by a great intervention by Maignan. Napoli-Milan also played in the league at the beginning of the month, with the visitors’ score being 4-0. To qualify, the Campania players are forced to win with at least a two-goal difference, while a draw is enough for the Lombards. Whoever goes through to the semifinals will face one of Inter or Benfica.

Napoli is in decline, and Spalletti’s team, which is ever closer to winning the Scudetto for the third time in its history, seemed decidedly far from the amazing one admired until the end of March. On the last day of the championship, he drew with Verona, third from bottom in the standings, not the response he expected after the two knockouts with Milan. In the last four, the only success has been that of Lecce (2-1).

Milan are doing better, unbeaten in four games in a row; they won two with the Azzurri and drew with Bologna and Empoli, results that kept Pioli’s team in fourth place in Serie A, the last one valid for the qualification for the next Champions League.

Napoli have lost or drawn three of their last four games played.
For Milan, there are four consecutive matches without defeat before this match.
For Napoli, there are two defeats and a draw in their last five home games.
Milan have won all three of their last matches at Maradona: 4-0, 1-0, and 3-1.
The Rossoneri away from San Siro have collected two draws, one victory, and one defeat in the last four

Chelsea vs Real Madrid | Champions League

18/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 1-1

It’s time for the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals. On Tuesday, April 18, Chelsea and Real Madrid will compete again, with the first leg ending 2-0 for the merengues. The Blues, in the midst of the crisis, therefore go hunting for a real feat; in fact, to pass the round, they must win with a three-goal difference against the reigning European champions. All is well for Ancelotti’s team, which has one foot in the semifinals, where they will face the winner of Bayern Munich and Manchester City. The hunt for the fifteenth European title in history for Los Blancos is getting more and more alive.

Chelsea come to the challenge in the umpteenth bad period of a season to forget with the blues, who are in mid-table with no more goals in the league and are close to elimination from the Champions League. Lampard’s arrival hasn’t changed Potter’s trend; they’ve lost three straight games to Brighton, Wolves, and Real Madrid, and victory is still six games away.

Real Madrid’s period was better than after beating England team and repeated it with a 2-0 league win against Cadiz, Ancelotti won four of his last five games, including the 4-0 in the Clasico with Barcelona at the Camp Nou, in half came the knockout with Villarreal.

Chelsea have lost all three of their last games in a row.
The Blues won their last match on March 11, going six games without a hit with 4 defeats and two draws.
At home, the Londoners have lost two of their last three games and have not won in four.
Real enters the challenge with four victories in their last five games.
Ancelotti’s away wins are two in a row and four in his last six games.

Bayern Munich vs Manchester City | Champions League

19/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 2-2

A difficult, if not almost impossible, feat for Thomas Tuchel’s Bayern Munich, who are called to overturn at home the 3-0 score with which they were defeated by Manchester City in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinal. Rodri, Bernardo Silva, and Erling Haaland scored for Pep Guardiola’s team a week ago. The Allianz Arena match will be played on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Bayern arrive after a 1-1 draw in the Bundesliga against Hoffenheim, while Manchester City won 3-1 against Leicester City in the Premier League. The balance of the direct clashes tells us that Bayern have won 3 precedents against 0 draws and 4 successes for City.

In the last 6 games played in all competitions, Bayern Munich have won only twice against 1 draw and 3 defeats. It won’t be easy to overcome Manchester City, who put their foot on the accelerator this season finale and boast a streak of 10 wins in a row, the last 6 of which had at least 3 goals.

Manchester City have won their last 10 matches in all competitions.
Manchester City have scored at least 3 goals in each of their last 6 games in all competitions.
Over 2.5 goals have occurred in 8 of Manchester City’s last 10 official matches
In 7 of Bayern Munich’s last 9 games, the opposing team has scored.
Over 2.5 occurred in 4 of the last 5 head-to-head matches.

Inter Milan vs Benfica | Champions League

19/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 2-1

Inter face Benfica at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium in Milan in the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals. The match is played on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Simone Inzaghi’s Nerazzurri, in the midst of a crisis in the league with 4 defeats and 1 draw in the last 5 days, start with a two-goal lead in the big-eared cup, the result of a 0-2 draw with which they closed the first leg at Da Luz. Even the Eagles, coached by the German Roger Schmidt, are not going through a particularly happy moment of the season, and in the last 3 games between the championship and the cup, they have suffered as many defeats. Even the overall precedents are in favor of Inter, who have never lost when they faced Benfica in the cup.

If we exclude the victory in the first leg, which is the one that counts most in the competition, Inter are not having a very happy period overall. Just think that since March 10, there have been 3 draws and 4 defeats in the other 7 games played. Benfica, on the other hand, had eight straight wins between the league and cups before running into 3 knockouts in a row.

In previous cup matches between Inter and Benfica, there have been 3 wins for Inter and 1 draw.
Under 2.5 has always occurred in Inter’s last 7 matches in all competitions.
In the last 3 home games, Inter have always conceded the first goal of the match.
At home, Inter have lost their last three games 0-1. All played in the league.
Benfica is back after 3 defeats in a row in the league and the Champions League.

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The best tennis players in the world, yesterday and today

Post author By yonathan
Post date April 15, 2023

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Tennis is a sport that has been played for centuries and has seen some of the greatest athletes in the world showcase their skills on the court. From the early days of lawn tennis to the modern-day hard courts and clay surfaces, the sport has evolved, but the essence of the game remains the same: hitting a ball over a net and outsmarting your opponent. In this article, we will take a look at some of the best tennis players in the world, both from yesterday and today.

As the sport continues to grow and evolve, it will be exciting to see who the next generation of tennis stars will be and how they will shape the future of the game.

Yesterday’s Tennis Legends

Rod Laver

Rod Laver is a former Australian tennis player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. He won 11 Grand Slam titles in his career, including two calendar-year Grand Slams. Laver’s aggressive playing style, combined with his ability to play equally well on all surfaces, made him a dominant force in tennis during his era.

Bjorn Borg

Bjorn Borg is a Swedish tennis player who won 11 Grand Slam titles in his career. He was known for his stoic demeanor on the court and his ability to play extremely well on clay courts. Borg’s rivalry with John McEnroe was legendary, and the two played some of the most memorable matches in tennis history.

John McEnroe

John McEnroe is an American tennis player who won seven Grand Slam titles in his career. He was known for his fiery temper on the court, as well as his superb serve and volley game. McEnroe’s rivalry with Bjorn Borg was one of the most intense in tennis history, and their matches are still talked about today.

Pete Sampras

Pete Sampras is an American tennis player who won 14 Grand Slam titles in his career. He was known for his powerful serve and his ability to play well on all surfaces. Prior to Roger Federer breaking it in 2009, Sampras held the record for the most Grand Slam victories in history.

Steffi Graf

Steffi Graf is a former German tennis player who won 22 Grand Slam titles in her career. She was known for her powerful groundstrokes and her excellent footwork on the court. Graf’s rivalry with Monica Seles was cut short after Seles was stabbed during a match, but Graf continued to dominate women’s tennis for many years.

Today’s Tennis Stars

Roger Federer

Roger Federer is a Swiss tennis player who has won 20 Grand Slam titles in his career, tying him with Rafael Nadal for the most Grand Slam titles in history. Federer is known for his graceful playing style and his ability to make difficult shots look easy. He has dominated men’s tennis for many years and is considered by many to be the greatest tennis player of all time.

Rafael Nadal

Rafael Nadal is a Spanish tennis player who has won 20 Grand Slam titles in his career, tying him with Roger Federer for the most Grand Slam titles in history. Nadal is known for his tenacity on the court and his ability to dominate on clay courts. He has had many epic matches with Federer and Novak Djokovic and is considered one of the greatest tennis players of all time.

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic is a Serbian tennis player who has won 19 Grand Slam titles in his career. He is known for his ability to return difficult shots and his incredible stamina on the court. Djokovic has had many memorable matches with Federer and Nadal and is considered one of the greatest tennis players of all time.

Serena Williams

Serena Williams is an American tennis player who has won 23 Grand Slam titles in her career. She has a reputation for having an impressive serve and for playing in an aggressive manner. Williams is considered one of the greatest female tennis players of all time and has dominated women’s tennis for many years. Her rivalry with her sister Venus Williams is also well-known in the tennis world.

Naomi Osaka

Naomi Osaka is a Japanese tennis player who has won four Grand Slam titles in her career. She is known for her powerful groundstrokes and her ability to stay calm and focused on the court. Osaka has become a rising star in the tennis world and is considered one of the best young players today.

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Racing Legends The Greatest Drivers in Motorsport History

Post author By yonathan
Post date April 15, 2023

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Motorsport has a rich histor, spanning over a century, with countless racing legends leaving their mark on the sport.

However, only a select few can be considered the greatest of all time. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the racing legends who have cemented their place in motorsport history.

Ayrton Senna

The Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna is widely regarded as one of the greatest drivers of all time. He won three Formula One World Championships, with 41 Grand Prix victories under his belt. Senna was known for his aggressive driving style, and his incredible talent behind the wheel made him a fan favorite. Sadly, Senna was killed in a crash during the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix, leaving a void in the world of motorsport that has never truly been filled.

Michael Schumacher

German driver Michael Schumacher is another name that is synonymous with motorsport. He won a record seven Formula One World Championships, and his 91 Grand Prix victories remain unmatched to this day. Schumacher was known for his relentless work ethic and dedication to his craft, and his success on the track inspired a generation of drivers.

Juan Manuel Fangio

Juan Manuel Fangio is widely regarded as one of the greatest drivers of all time, and his record of five Formula One World Championships stood for over 45 years. Fangio’s career spanned over a decade, during which he won 24 Grand Prix races. His success on the track was all the more impressive given the dangerous nature of the sport in the 1950s.

Jim Clark

Scottish driver Jim Clark is another name that is often mentioned when discussing the greatest drivers in motorsport history. Clark won two Formula One World Championships, and his 25 Grand Prix victories included wins at some of the most prestigious races in the world. Clark was known for his smooth driving style, and his ability to win races in a variety of different conditions.

Alain Prost

French driver Alain Prost is one of the most successful drivers in Formula One history, with four World Championships to his name. Prost was known for his precision and consistency on the track, and his rivalry with Ayrton Senna is the stuff of legend. Despite his success, Prost was never afraid to speak his mind, and his outspoken nature made him a fan favorite.

Niki Lauda

Austrian driver Niki Lauda is another name that deserves a place on this list. Lauda won three Formula One World Championships, and his incredible comeback from a near-fatal crash in 1976 is the stuff of legend. Lauda’s rivalry with James Hunt during the 1976 season was one of the most intense in the history of the sport, and his legacy continues to inspire drivers today.

Jackie Stewart

Scottish driver Jackie Stewart is another legend of the sport, with three Formula One World Championships to his name. Stewart’s success on the track was all the more impressive given the dangers of the sport in the 1960s and 70s. Stewart was also known for his tireless work to improve safety standards in motorsport, and his legacy continues to be felt to this day.

Stirling Moss

British driver Stirling Moss never won a Formula One World Championship, but his legacy in the sport is no less significant. Moss won 16 Grand Prix races during his career, and his incredible skill behind the wheel made him a fan favorite. Moss was also known for his sportsmanship and his ability to connect with fans, and his legacy continues to inspire drivers today.

Gilles Villeneuve

Canadian driver Gilles Villeneuve may have had a short career in Formula One, but his impact on the sport was immense. Villeneuve was known for his fearless driving style, and his battles with drivers like Rene Arnoux are still talked about today. Villeneuve won six Grand Prix races during his career, and his tragic death during qualifying for the 1982 Belgian Grand Prix remains one of the sport’s darkest moments.

Lewis Hamilton

British driver Lewis Hamilton is the current king of Formula One, with seven World Championships to his name. Hamilton’s incredible talent behind the wheel has made him one of the most successful drivers in the sport’s history, and his impact off the track has been just as significant. Hamilton has been a vocal advocate for social justice and equality, and his legacy extends far beyond the world of motorsport.

These ten drivers are just a small sample of the many legends who have left their mark on the world of motorsport. Each one of them has their own unique story, and their impact on the sport will be felt for generations to come. Whether it’s Senna’s raw talent, Schumacher’s relentless work ethic, or Hamilton’s trailblazing activism, the racing legends of the past and present continue to inspire us all.

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Predictions 15-17.04.2023

Post author By yonathan
Post date April 15, 2023

Manchester City vs Leicester City | Premier League

15/04/2023 17:30

Prediction: 3-1

After putting a big mortgage on access to the semi-finals of the 2022/2023 Champions League by beating Bayern Munich 3-0 at home, Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City is also trying to assault the Premier League, where it occupies second place at 6 points behind Arsenal with one match left. And in the 31st round of the championship, the Citizens will still be engaged at the Etihad Stadium against Brendan Rodgers’ Leicester City, a team that is instead in full fight for salvation, penultimate 2 lengths from fourth from last place, which would mean permanence in the English top division.

In the last round of the championship, Manchester City had thrashed Southampton for 1-4, while Leicester City had lost at the King Power Stadium against Bournemouth for 0-1. Phil Foden is expected to be the only absentee at Manchester City, while James Juston and Jannik Vestergaard will also be in the ranks of Leicester City, where there are doubts about Harvey Barnes, Youri Tielemans, and Ryan Bertrand.

Manchester City have won their last 5 league games as well as their last 9 between league and cup.
In 4 of the last 5 the over is 3.5.Manchester City beat Leicester City at the Etihad Stadium in 5 of the last 6 head-to-heads.
Over 2.5 has occurred in 4 of Manchester City’s last 5 wins at the Etihad Stadium against Leicester City.
Leicester City have lost 7 of their last 8 league games.

Cádiz vs Real Madrid | La Liga

15/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 0-1

Cádiz and Real Madrid close the football day on Saturday, corresponding to date number 29 of La Liga. The Andalusian team comes to this match after a victory over Real Betis at the Benito Villamarín, which makes it recover the path of victory for a team that has not known what it means to win since February. Thus, Sergio González’s men are placed fourteenth in the standings with 31 points, four above relegation.

Los Blancos will visit Nuevo Mirandilla after suffering a defeat at home against Villarreal against an unstoppable Chukwueze. It seems that Ancelotti’s team still had the hangover from the cup victory against Barcelona, and that took its toll on them in the last league match. Although, seeing the distance that separates the merengue team from the leader, it seems that they will focus their objectives on the two cup competitions where they are still alive, to try to achieve a new double under the orders of the Italian coach.

Cádiz is the team that has drawn the most games at home (6).
Real Madrid has only won three of the last eight league games played away from home.
Cádiz drew or won in their last 6 first parts.
Real Madrid have only won 1 of their last 8 first-leg matches as a visitor in the league.
Cádiz drew or won in 3 of the last 5 matches against Real Madrid.

West Ham United vs Arsenal | Premier League

16/04/2023 14:00

Prediction: 1-2

The pressure is increasing on Arsenal! After the draw conceded on the field by Liverpool last week and the victory of Manchester City in Southampton, there are more than 6 points of difference in the standings in the Premier League. This trip to the capital on the side of West Ham is an opportunity for the group coached by Mikel Arteta to keep the lead. The Gunners will be playing under pressure for the next few weeks, which hasn’t happened for many years at this club. However, Granit Xhaka’s teammates can rely on the solid and impressive opening 40 minutes against Liverpool to get back in the right direction of winning. It should still be remembered that the Gunners have just taken 22 points out of 24 possible, so the dynamic remains positive despite the hitch at Anfield. We believe that the Spanish technician can bring his squad back to its best level in order to finish ahead on the scoreboard after 90 minutes.

Watch out for the North London Club! Facing a side fighting for their place has never been easy in the history of this championship, and that’s not going to change on Sunday afternoon at the London Stadium. Despite the 5-1 loss suffered at home by the Magpies in early April, the men managed by David Moyes have still managed to win 2 of their last 3 games by a score of 1-0, including a very difficult trip to Fulham at the weekend. end last. Suffice to say that the Hammers want to stay in this good spiral, and no matter the opponent of the day, the 3 points are essential at the end of regulation time. With a talented starting XI but without chemistry, it is possible that we will witness an intense duel from the kick-off, which Arsenal does not want…

West Ham had just taken 7 points from a possible 9 at home before losing 5-1 to Newcastle.
West Ham has now gone three games without a win, with only one goal scored on their home turf.
Arsenal have won 6 of the last 7 clashes (1N).Arsenal had three straight wins before drawing at Liverpool.
Arsenal has a higher goal average than the Hammers: 72-29 against 27-39!

Getafe vs Barcelona | La Liga

16/04/2023 16:15

Prediction: 1-0

On Sunday, April 16, Barcelona will visit Getafe. The home team is 3 points above the relegation zone. Barcelona can hardly escape the title anymore. The Catalans are now 13 points ahead of Real Madrid with 10 games to go.

Getafe desperately needs the points to be sure of its participation in La Liga next year. The team typically relies on a solid defense. In that respect, 36 goals from 28 games is a bit on the high side. Getafe also struggles to score. So far, the club has only found the net 27 times. The past period does give hope. Because there were 8 points from 5 games. Only the last round was lost to Real Sociedad. Mauro Arambarri is the only one who will not play on Sunday due to an injury.

Barcelona is frequently in the news for various reasons. Despite a few scandals, things are going well in La Liga this season. The Blaugrana are known for scoring many goals. But in the competition, the low number of goals against is particularly striking. Barcelona has only conceded 9 points in the last 5 games.Only the most recent round was drawn against Girona. It won 1-2 in an away match against its great rival, Real Madrid. Ousmane Dembélé, Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, and Andreas Christensen are missing due to injuries.

Earlier this season, Barcelona won 1-0 against Getafe at home.
Barcelona have only conceded 9 goals in La Liga this season.
Getafe has taken 8 points from their last 5 games.
Barcelona is 13 points ahead of No. 2 Real Madrid.
Lewandowski is the top scorer in La Liga with 17 goals.

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The Most Controversial Moments in Sports History

Post author By yonathan
Post date April 14, 2023

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The fun, thrills, and controversy that can be found in sports have long been one of their greatest draws. Just about everything you can think of has been scandalized in sports history, from individual athletes to whole teams. In this article, we are going to take a look at some of the most contentious moments in the history of sports, events that left fans shocked and divided over the outcome.

1.The Black Sox Conspiracy and Scandal

During the 1919 World Series, which featured a matchup between the Chicago White Sox and the Cincinnati Reds, one of the most contentious episodes in the annals of sports history took place. Eight players on the Chicago White Sox team were accused of throwing the series in exchange for money from gamblers. The players, who became known as the “Black Sox,” were banned from playing baseball for the rest of their lives because of what happened. The scandal rocked the world of sports for many years to come.

2.The Olympic Games of 1936 in Berlin

The 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin were full of controversy because the host country, Germany, was part of Adolf Hitler’s Nazi government. The games were made to help spread Nazi propaganda and show that Aryans were better than people of other races. The most memorable part of the games was when the African-American athlete Jesse Owens won four gold medals in track and field, going against Hitler’s idea of white supremacy.

3.The slaughter in Munich

A terrible incident occurred during the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, Germany, when Palestinian terrorists kidnapped members of the Israeli Olympic team and held them for ransom. Over the course of the tragedy, which lasted for more than twenty-four hours, eleven Israeli athletes and instructors were killed. The accident sent shockwaves around the globe and compelled a review of the safety measures in place for the Olympic Games.

4.J. Simpson’s Criminal Case

Former National Football League player O.J. Simpson was found not guilty of the 1995 murders of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman. The verdict came in 1995. The trial received extensive coverage in the media and polarized opinion across the country. Many people believe that Simpson committed the crime but was able to avoid consequences due to his popularity and riches as a result of the trial.

5.The era of baseball known as “the steroid era”

Baseball was rocked by a steroid controversy that featured some of the game’s greatest stars during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Some of the players involved in the scandal included Barry Bonds, Mark McGwire, and Sammy Sosa. It was thought that these athletes were taking performance-enhancing drugs to give themselves an unfair advantage while competing. The controversy hurt the game’s reputation and, in the end, led to changes in how drug testing is done in professional sports.

6.The Controversy Surrounding Lance Armstrong and Doping

Cycling champion Lance Armstrong was once thought to be one of the best athletes in sports history because he had won the Tour de France seven times in a row. On the other hand, his reputation was ruined when it was said that he had used drugs to help him win these competitions. Armstrong first denied the accusations, but he eventually admitted doping. Because of this, he was stripped of his titles and banned from the professional cycling circuit.

7.The kneeling protest started by Colin Kaepernick

Colin Kaepernick, a quarterback for the NFL, caused a stir in 2016 when he started taking a knee during the playing of the national anthem before games as a form of protest against racial inequality and police brutality. Some people thought the action didn’t show enough patriotism, while others thought it was a peaceful and effective way to protest. The debate over Kaepernick’s decision to kneel during the national anthem is still ongoing.

In conclusion, over the history of sports, there have been their fair share of scandals and controversies that have divided fans and left them startled. From the Black Sox scandal to the cheating scandal, these events show that the sports world is not immune to scandals and that neither athletes nor teams are perfect. But because of these problems, there are now ways to make things better, like better policies for drug testing and more attention to the safety and security of athletes.

In the end, these contentious events in the history of sports serve as reminders that sports are about more than just winning; they are also about having good character, being honest, and having good sportsmanship. It is crucial for fans to continue to show their support for their favorite athletes and teams, but at the same time, it is also important to hold athletes and teams accountable for their behavior both on and off the field.

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The History of the Tour de France From Humble Beginnings to a Global Phenomenon

Post author By yonathan
Post date April 14, 2023

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The Tour de France is known around the world as one of the most important and well-known cycling races. As a result, it draws in millions of viewers and supporters from all over the world. But how did this moment in history become so legendary? We will delve into the intriguing history of the Tour de France, beginning with its inauspicious beginnings and progressing all the way up to its current standing as a phenomenon that is observed all over the world.

Where Did the Tour de France Get its Start?

The Tour de France started in 1903 as a way for the French sports weekly L’Auto to get more readers and make more money from ads. Henri Desgrange, the editor of the publication, was the one who came up with the concept of a multi-stage cycling race that would take place across all of France. Even though there were only six stages in the first Tour de France, it covered a total distance of 2,428 kilometers.

The competition was a huge hit right away. It brought in a lot of people and got the attention and interest of the French people. The cyclists, who were mostly amateurs, had to deal with rough terrain and bad weather, but they stuck with it, and in the end, Maurice Garin won the first Tour de France.

The Tour de France in the Early 20th Century

In the years that followed, the Tour de France increased in both popularity and reputation, drawing top cyclists from all over the world to compete. However, there were some contentious issues surrounding the contest. The second edition of the Tour de France in 1904 was marked by scandal and cheating, with some riders being discovered using trains and cars to gain an advantage over their competitors. As a result of this, the event’s organizers implemented more stringent rules and restrictions, and the Tour quickly gained a reputation for being one of the most difficult and demanding sporting competitions in the entire globe.

The Tour de France in the Modern Era

The Tour de France is an event that has been around for a very long time, yet it has continued to develop and change over the years. The race has changed over time to include more stages and go longer distances. The most recent version of the race has 21 stages and covers more than 3,500 kilometers. In addition, the sport has expanded internationally, and now cyclists from all over the world are competing for the coveted yellow jersey.

In recent years, the tour has also been involved in its fair share of difficult situations and controversial debates. In 1998, the competition was shaken up by a doping controversy, which resulted in multiple riders testing positive for substances that were prohibited. Since then, the event’s organizers have strengthened both the testing procedures and the sanctions that are imposed on anyone who violates the anti-doping policies that they have put in place.

The Current Stage of the Tour de France

In spite of these obstacles, the Tour de France continues to be among the most watched and highly regarded sporting events held anywhere in the world. Over 190 nations now carry broadcasts of the event, which draws in an audience of millions of spectators from all corners of the world. Fans gather on the streets to cheer on the riders and take in the celebratory spirit of the race, which has developed into a significant cultural event in its own right.

The Tour de France has also had a big impact on the whole sport of cycling. The competition has encouraged a large number of riders to take up cycling as a sport and has contributed to the rise in popularity of cycling as a mode of transportation that is good for one’s health and the environment. Riders have used the race to bring attention to key social and political concerns, like climate change and gender equality, while competing in the Tour de France. This has allowed the race to act as a platform for important social and political themes.

The Tour de France started out as a way to increase sales for a French sports daily, but it has since developed into a worldwide phenomenon that draws in millions of fans and watchers from all over the world. Its humble beginnings were a strategy to enhance sales for a French sports journal. The race has had its fair share of difficulties and controversies over the years, but it has also inspired numerous riders and supporters, and it has helped to popularize cycling as a means of transportation that is both healthy and friendly to the environment. Even as the Tour continues to develop and adjust to the shifting norms of society, it will definitely continue to be regarded as one of the most cherished and well-known athletic events on a global scale.

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Predictions 11-14.04.2023

Post author By yonathan
Post date April 11, 2023

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Manchester City vs Bayern Munich | Champions League

11/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 2-1

The first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals between Manchester City and Bayern Munich will be staged on Tuesday, April 11—two teams that aim straight to raise the Cup with big ears. The citizens went through the group first and eliminated Leipzig in the round of 16 with a thunderous 7-0 in the second leg. Bayern Munich won the group with Inter and Barcelona and then eliminated the fearsome PSG. At home, Guardiola continues to win but fails to hook Arsenal, thus remaining in second place in the Premier League. The Bavarians, who recently changed coaches with Tuchel taking over from Nagelsmann, have instead claimed first place in the Bundesliga in recent weeks.

Manchester City has been a real steamroller lately. The English have won the last few games by sweeping away their opponents: 4-1 wins at Southampton and Liverpool, 6-0 at Burnley, and 7-0 at Leipzig. Since Tuchel sat on the bench, Bayern Munich won the Super Challenge 4-2 with Borussia Dortmund, immediately after they lost in the German Cup at home 2-1 with Freiburg being eliminated from the competition, and then won in the Bundesliga right with Freiburg 1-0.

Manchester City have won all eight of their games.
At home, the citizens have won all their last ten matches.
Guardiola has always won at home in the Champions League.
Bayern Munich have lost two of their last four away matches.
City’s attack is extraordinary: 21 goals in their last four outings.
The Bavarians have conceded nine goals in their last five games.

Benfica vs Inter Milan | Champions League

11/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 2-1

Inter is in the midst of a results crisis, and the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final against Benfica will be played on Tuesday, April 11. It will be played in Portugal with the hosts, who despite the defeat against Porto are clearly first in the league, and in the Champions League, they eliminated the surprise team Bruges after topping the group with Juventus, PSG, and Maccabi Tel Aviv. On the other hand, the Nerazzurri overcame Porto in the round of 16 in Europe and managed to finish second behind Bayern Munich and ahead of Barcelona. Whoever passes after the double confrontation in the semifinals will find one between Napoli and Milan.

Benfica lost their last league game 2-1 at home against Porto; it’s the first slip after seven wins in a row, including the two against Bruges in the round of 16 of the Champions League, 2-0 and 5-1. Inter are in the worst period of their season; they have not won in six games with three draws, the last with Salernitana and Juventus, which are added to the one with Porto, which guaranteed the passage of the next round. There are also three defeats against Juventus in the league: Fiorentina and Spezia.

Benfica have won seven of their last nine games played.
Inter have won only one of their last eight matches, with the rest being four defeats and three draws.
There are six away matches without success for the Nerazzurri.
Benfica, at home in the Champions League, have won five out of six matches, drawing the sixth with PSG.
Inter have only scored two goals in their last five matches, while Benfica have scored in sixteen consecutive matches.

AC Milan vs Napoli | Champions League

12/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 1-1

The first round of the quarterfinal of the Champions League is staged at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium in Milan between the Milan champions of Italy, coached by Stefano Pioli, and Luciano Spalletti’s Napoli, a team that is about to take its place in the roster gold in Serie A. A match that will be repeated 10 days after the 0-4 draw with which the Rossoneri defeated Napoli in the 28th round of the championship. That match was then followed by another round of the championship, in which the Rossoneri did not go 0-0 at home against Empoli, while Napoli went on to win against Lecce 1-2. It will be the second head-to-head of the season at the Meazza after Napoli won 1-2 on September 18.

In the last 6 matches played by Milan between the championship and the cups, only one victory has arrived, but this one had a certain relevance since it was obtained on the Neapolitan ground for 0-4. On the other hand, Napoli have won 4 of the last 5 games played between the championship and the Champions League, and the aforementioned 0-4 was the only bad result for the team coached by Luciano Spalletti. Third head-to-head of the season with a currently tied balance sheet.

Napoli have always beaten Milan at the Meazza in the last 3 games: twice 0-1 and once 1-2.
Napoli has won 11 of its last 13 league and cup games.
Napoli have won their last 8 away games in all competitions.
Milan have won only 1 of their last 6 games played in all competitions.
Milan are unbeaten in 5 straight home games in all competitions, with 3 wins and 2 draws.
There have been 5 under 2.5 in Milan’s last 5 home games in all competitions.

Real Madrid vs Chelsea | Champions League

12/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 2-0

At the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid, Real Madrid hosts Chelsea in the first leg of the quarterfinals of the Champions League. It is the hosts, coached by Carlo Ancelotti, who are the favorites, not only due to the strength of their squad but also due to the fact that Chelsea are having an identity crisis and have just changed their third manager in a season after Thomas Tuchel and Graham Potter. Frank Lampard is back, having already led the Blues from 2019 to 2021, and he will play the role of ferryman between now and the end of the season. Both teams lost their respective matches in the last round of the league: Real Madrid at home against Villarreal (3-2) and Chelsea away against Wolverhampton Wanderers (1-0).

In the last 5 official matches, Real Madrid has totaled 3 victories against 2 defeats. But the merengues have won the last 3 Champions League games, and in the round of 16, they annihilated Liverpool with two wins out of two. Chelsea have not won in 4 straight league and cup games, with 2 draws and 2 defeats. The Blues have also won just 1 of their last 12 away games in all competitions.

Over 2.5 goals have occurred in Real Madrid’s last 4 official matches.
In 3 of the last 4 direct clashes, both teams have scored.
Real Madrid have won their last 3 games played in the Champions League.
Chelsea have not won four games in a row in all competitions, with 2 draws and 2 defeats.
Real Madrid have scored both in the first half and in the second half in each of their last 3 games.

Manchester United vs Sevilla | Europa League

13/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 2-0

Manchester United, coached by Erik ten Hag, host Sevilla, coached by José Luis Mendilibar, at Old Trafford in the first leg of the Europa League quarter-finals. The Red Devils are returning from their 2-0 championship victory over Everton, and after eliminating Betis, they will try to concede an encore against the other Sevillian team. For the Spaniards, who struggle in the middle-lower areas of the La Liga standings, a 2-2 draw at home against Celta Vigo arrived in the last round of the championship.

Manchester United have won 4 of their last 5 games in all competitions, but what is most striking is that the Red Devils have not lost in 25 games in all competitions and have recorded 22 wins and 3 draws. Sevilla are not having a great season; they scored in the last 2 league games with a win and a draw, and just the last success on the Cadiz field ended a streak of 4 away defeats.

Manchester United are unbeaten at home in 25 games and have won 22 of them.
In their last 25 home games in all competitions, Manchester United have scored in 23 of them.
In their last 5 matches against Spanish teams, Manchester United has achieved 4 wins and 1 draw. And he has already eliminated Barcelona and Betis.
Manchester United have scored 11 of their last 14 goals after the break.

Real Madrid vs Chelsea | Champions League

12/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 2-0

Over 2.5 goals have occurred in Real Madrid’s last 4 official matches.
In 3 of the last 4 direct clashes, both teams have scored.
Real Madrid have won their last 3 games played in the Champions League.
Chelsea have not won four games in a row in all competitions, with 2 draws and 2 defeats.
Real Madrid have scored both in the first half and in the second half in each of their last 3 games.

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Predictions 03-10.04.2023

Post author By yonathan
Post date April 3, 2023

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Chelsea vs Liverpool | Premier League

04/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 0-0

In the late match of the Premier League, we will face a clash between Chelsea and Liverpool at Stamford Bridge. The two cavaliers of the English championship are far from playing the leading roles this season. Chelsea is only in 11th place in the Premier League and remains particularly weak after a defeat against Aston Villa (0-2). For its part, Liverpool is in 8th place in the Premier League. The Reds have yet to say their final word in the Champions League race, however. They will, however, have to relaunch themselves.

Graham Potter just got fired. The Chelsea coach failed to revive his team in the Premier League. The London club is only in 11th place in the standings. He is already 12 lengths from the top 4. It is therefore difficult to imagine him playing in the next Champions League unless he wins the cup in the coming weeks. The Blues are still on a losing streak (0-2) against Aston Villa. Liverpool are also not at their best. Indeed, the Reds have lost their last 2 Premier League games, against Bournemouth (1-0) and Manchester City (4-1). They are, however, a little higher in the standings, at 8th position. Jürgen Klopp’s team is 8 lengths from the top 4.

Liverpool must recover after 2 losses in a row in the Premier League.
Liverpool are 8 lengths from the top 4 of the Premier League.
Liverpool have not lost in 5 games against Chelsea.
Chelsea remain in a home defeat against Aston Villa (0-2).
Graham Potter has just been thanked by Chelsea.

Bayern Munich vs Freiburg | DFB-Pokal

04/04/2023 19:45

Prediction: 3-1

Second match of the season for Tuchel on the Bayern Munich bench. The coach returned to Germany in place of Nagelsmann and immediately won the Super Challenge with Borussia Dortmund 4-2 to retake the lead in the table. The next appointment will be the quarterfinals of the German Cup against Freiburg on Tuesday, April. The Bavarians beat Mainz 4-0, Augsburg 5-2, and Viktoria Koln 5-0 in this competition. Freiburg instead defeated Sadhausen 2-0, St. Pauli 2-1, and Kaiserslautern 2-1. The visitors are in trouble; in fact, they have won only one of their last seven games.

All of the last seven meetings have ended in Over 2.5, Bayern has won six.
Six of Bayern Munich’s last seven games have ended with over 2.5 points.
The Bavarians have scored 19 goals in their last seven games.
Bayern has won all five of their games at home, four times with Over 2.5 as the final result.

Juventus vs Inter Milan | Coppa Italia

04/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 1-0

16 days have passed since the last time Juventus and Inter played each other in the league. This time it will be played in Turin, at the Allianz Stadium, on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, and the match will be valid as the semi-final first leg of the Coppa Italia. The Bianconeri won their fifth consecutive league and cup match by beating Hellas Verona 1-0 last Saturday, while the Nerazzurri suffered their third knockout in four games in a 0-1 home loss against Fiorentina. As mentioned, the two teams met recently: it was March 19, the last match before the break, and Juventus won 0-1 at the Meazza with a goal from Filip Kostic.

Juventus have won twice out of two matches this season against Inter and have never conceded a goal. The Bianconeri are returning from 5 straight victories between the championship and the cups, and in 4 of these matches they have not conceded a goal. There is an Inter team in a bit of a crisis, however, given that they have lost their last 3 straight games in the league and in between they found an equalizer in the Champions League in Porto. Furthermore, in the last 3 games between the championship and the cup, Inzaghi’s team has failed to score.

Juventus have won their last 5 league and cup matches.
Juventus have not conceded a goal in 4 of their last 5 league and cup matches.
Inter have not won in 4 games in a row between the championship and the cups, and in 3 of these they have been defeated.
Inter have failed to score in their last 3 consecutive league and cup games.
Juventus beat Inter 2 out of 2 times this season. Both games ended with a score of less than 2.5 and no goal.

Barcelona vs Real Madrid | Copa del Rey

05/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 2-1

Real Madrid, which is in second place in the Spanish championship, will play at Camp Nou on Wednesday, April 5, for the return of the Copa del Rey. Barcelona is in first place in the Spanish championship. After being beaten at home in the first leg (0-1), the Madrid club must overcome this handicap by one goal in Catalonia to hope to qualify for the final. Real Madrid has not won this competition since 2014—almost 10 years! Karim Benzema and his team will try everything in Catalonia. The last 3 visits to Camp Nou have ended in 2 wins (1-3 and 1-2) and 1 loss (2-1).

Barcelona, which should win its 27th Liga in its history, has the opportunity to achieve the double. The Catalan club is in full swing with a good current series of 5 rank victories. The Blaugranas, since their success in Madrid (0-1) in the semi-final first leg of this Copa del Rey, have just won FC Valencia (1-0), Athletic Bilbao (0-1) in the Basque Country, Real Madrid (2-1), and recently Elche (0-4).

Real Madrid has also had a good dynamic during its last 4 outings, despite a 2-1 defeat in Barcelona on March 19. In its last 4 meetings, Ancelotti’s team has won three times against Espanyol (3-1), Liverpool (1-0) in the Champions League, and Valladolid (6-0) on the last day of the league this Sunday.

Barcelona have scored at least 1 goal 25 times in their last 26 outings in all competitions.
Real Madrid have scored at least 1 goal in each of their last 4 games, La Liga and Champions League included.
Both teams have scored in 3 of their last 4 direct encounters.
Barça beat Real Madrid 2-1 in La Liga on March 19.
The Madrid club has a handicap of 1 goal to make up after their defeat in the first leg (0-1).

Southampton vs Manchester City | Premier League

08/04/2023 17:30

Prediction: 1-2

Important match for Manchester City. They are still trying to catch up to leaders Arsenal and hope to close the gap (now eight points, but the Gunners have played one more game) before the second direct match on April 26 at the Etihad. The Citizens’ next opponent will be Southampton, at the bottom of the table, with just as much, if not more, of a desperate need to score points to chase safety, which is getting quite complicated, both considering that the Saints have one game more than all the other contenders and in view of some recent successes of the rivals (for example, the three points scored by Bournemouth against Fulham).

The huge gap in the standings and technically between the two teams and City’s latest brilliant performance against Liverpool (4-1) could suggest a one-sided match, which certainly has the chance to be successful but which has to deal with two alarm bells that shouldn’t be underestimated. The first is the direct clash played in the League Cup, which, right at St. Mary’s, saw City surprisingly lose 2-0 and exit the competition. The second is Southampton’s recent performance against the big teams. Surprisingly, the Saints haven’t lost any of their recent games against Tottenham, Manchester United, and Chelsea. This shows that Ruben’s boys, especially Selles, who took over from Jones two months ago after his success at Stamford Bridge, can make up for the difference in quality. It will be interesting to see if Southampton will be able to stop City in the championship, even though their last three games against Liverpool, Burnley, and Leipzig were all dominated by City. It would be a double surprise that would make two sets of red and white fans happy: those at home, but also, or almost as much, those at Arsenal, a very interested spectator and co-protagonist of the exciting head-to-head for both teams.

Also considering the cup games, Southampton has scored in 5 of its last 6 home games.
There have been 7 consecutive victories for Manchester City this season.
In 4 of the last 5 Premier League away games, however, City have conceded at least 1 goal.
In the last 2 halves played against West Ham and Tottenham, albeit with mixed results, the Saints managed to shoot 16 times, (9 of which were on goal).

Real Madrid vs Villarreal | La Liga

08/04/2023 20:00

Prediction: 2-0

Capable of turning the tide of the Cup semi-final by winning away against Barcelona, Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid return to tread the beloved Santiago Bernabeu lawn for the home match of the 28th round of the championship against Villarreal, scheduled for Saturday, April 8, 2023. Real, as mentioned, returned from 0-4 at the Camp Nou in response to a 0-1 home record, but in the league, the 12-point gap seems to leave little room for hope for the merengues. However, Madrid is back from its home success in the previous round against Valladolid (6-0). Villarreal are 15 points behind Madrid, and in their last game, they beat Real Sociedad 2-0 at home. Real will miss Mendy, while Gerard Moreno, Capoue, and Coquelin will be absent from Villarreal.

Real Madrid have lost only 1 of their last 21 games at the Santiago Bernabeu against Villarreal.
Real Madrid has scored 5 goals over 2.5 in the last 5 official matches.
Villarreal have scored at least 2 goals in 5 of their last 6 La Liga games.
There have been 3 games with a score over 2.5 in Villarreal’s last 3 league games.

Lazio vs Juventus | Serie A

08/04/2023 19:45

Prediction: 1-1

Lazio, second in the standings, hosts Juventus, seventh, in the big match of the twenty-ninth day of the Serie A championship. The Biancocelesti have passed all of their rivals and are now five points ahead of fifth-placed Roma. This gives them a good lead in the race to get into the next Champions League. Despite the minus-15 in the standings, Juventus are also dreaming of qualifying for the next Champions League and are making a comeback. Allegri, in fact, has 44 points, six fewer than Inter, and can hope to get back in the game. The stakes are very high for both teams; for Lazio, a victory could stretch; for Juventus, only with a success can we hope to remain hooked to the train.

Lazio is back from two straight league wins, 2-0 with Monza and 1-0 in the derby with Roma, both useful to forget the exit from the Conference League scene with a double defeat against AZ Alkmaar. Juve, on the other hand, hasn’t lost since March 5, when they lost 1-0 to Roma. Since then, they’ve won five games, two in the Europa League with Freiburg and three in Serie A with Sampdoria, Inter, and Verona, followed by a 1-1 draw with Inter in the Coppa Italia semifinal last Tuesday.

Lazio have won four of their last five league games.
Juventus are back after five victories in their last six matches.
The Biancocelesti have not conceded a goal in six Serie A matches.
There are nine in a row for Lazio’s Under 2.5s, and four in a row for Juve.
In the 28 days of the championship, 17 matches for Lazio and 18 for Juventus ended with a score of under 2.5.

Liverpool vs Arsenal | Premier League

09/04/2023 16:30

Prediction: 2-2

Big match in the Premier League on Sunday, April 9 between Liverpool and Arsenal. The hosts are in full crisis, and there are those who whisper that Klopp could even be sacked in the event of new defeats between now and the end. The Reds are eighth, seven points from the positions that are worth Europe, and ten from fourth place. Instead, Arsenal is flying, aiming for yet another victory of the season at Anfield to race towards the title; the gunners have 72 points, eight more than Manchester City, which however has one game to recover.

A very difficult period for Liverpool, who drew in their last game with Chelsea, but before that they had lost three games in a row (4-1 to Manchester City and 1-0 to Real Madrid and Bournemouth). Arsenal, on the other hand, seems to have survived their elimination in the Europa League unscathed. The championship is the real goal of the season, and the gunners in the Premier League are almost never wrong: 7 consecutive victories, of which the last two were 4-1 with Leeds and Crystal Palace.

Arsenal have won all of their last seven Premier League games in a row.
Liverpool are back from three defeats and a draw in all competitions.
The Reds have not won in the league for three rounds (two defeats and one draw).
The Gunners won the first leg, 3-2.
The Londoners have the best away performance in the Premier League with 34 points from 14 games (11 wins).
Arteta’s team has scored 18 goals in their last five league games, where they have the second best attack of the tournament with a total of 70 goals.