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Get ready for an action-packed weekend of football as some of Europe's top teams take to the field. Here are some predictions for the upcoming matches:
Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen (August 8, 2025)
For the upcoming Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen friendly match, predictions favour a high-scoring game with Chelsea slightly ahead. Multiple sources suggest Chelsea will likely win or draw with both teams scoring goals. Scores like Chelsea 2-1, 2-2, or 3-1 are common predictions with an expectation of over 2.5 goals in total. Chelsea is noted for their recent good form, including their Club World Cup triumph, while Leverkusen is still in preseason rhythm but improving.
Brentford vs Borussia Monchengladbach (Friendly)
In a friendly match on Friday night, Brentford will host Borussia Monchengladbach. Suggested bet for this match is both teams to score. Brentford has lost some key players in the transfer market, which might affect their performance.
Manchester United vs Fiorentina
Manchester United will play Fiorentina on Saturday. Suggested bet for the match is Manchester United to win. Manchester United has made key arrivals and expects another good performance.
Newcastle United vs Atletico Madrid
Newcastle United will host Atletico Madrid on Saturday. Value bet for this match is Atletico Madrid to win. Newcastle has had disappointing results in their pre-season friendlies.
Arsenal vs Athletic Bilbao
Arsenal will play Athletic Bilbao on Saturday in their final pre-season game. Suggested bet for the match is Arsenal to win. Arsenal has had some disappointing results and hopes for a morale-boosting win.
Palermo vs Manchester City
In-form Palermo will be eager to put on a show for their home crowd against Manchester City on Saturday. Even if Pep Guardiola leaves a few of his big names out, City will head into the match as the team most likely to get the win.
Southampton vs Wrexham
Southampton and Wrexham will face each other in a Championship match on Saturday at St Mary's. Suggested Bet for this match is both teams to score. Southampton is aiming to return to the Premier League after being relegated last season. Wrexham was promoted to the Championship after a remarkable rise through the leagues.
Leicester City vs Sheffield Wednesday
Leicester City will host Sheffield Wednesday in a Championship match on Sunday. Suggested Bet for this match is Leicester City to win. Leicester City is targeting a strong start as they look to secure promotion at the first attempt. Sheffield Wednesday's preparations have been overshadowed by troubling off-field issues.
Bohemians vs Drogheda United (League of Ireland)
Bohemians will host Drogheda United in a League of Ireland match on Friday at Dalymount Park. Value Bet for this match is Bohemians to win and both teams to score. Bohemians need a win to stay in the title hunt after dropping points in a draw against Derry City. Drogheda looks to close the gap on their rivals.
Feyenoord vs NAC Breda (Eredivisie)
Feyenoord will kick off their Eredivisie campaign at De Kuip on Saturday evening against NAC Breda. Suggested bet for this match is Feyenoord to win. Feyenoord has dominated this fixture in recent years, winning five of the last six meetings. Suggested Bet for this match is Feyenoord to win both halves.
PSV Eindhoven vs Sparta Rotterdam (Eredivisie)
Defending champions PSV Eindhoven will get their Eredivisie title defence underway on Saturday night with a home clash against Sparta Rotterdam. Sparta arrives with ambitions of their own after a solid finish to last season and a promising pre-season campaign. The visitors will relish the chance to spoil the champions' opening-day celebrations. Value Bet for this match is PSV Eindhoven to win and both teams to score.
Results from the weekend's sports events show a mix of victories and draws.
In the friendly match between Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen, Chelsea emerged as the winner with a score of 3-1, aligning with the predictions of a high-scoring game.
Brentford, hosting Borussia Monchengladbach, saw both teams score, as predicted.
Manchester United demonstrated their superiority against Fiorentina, as expected, winning the match.
Atletico Madrid showed their strength over Newcastle United, just as the value bet had suggested.
Arsenal managed to secure a win against Athletic Bilbao, ending their pre-season on a positive note.
Despite fielding some lesser-known players, Manchester City still came out on top against Palermo.
Southampton and Wrexham's Championship match ended with both teams finding the back of the net, according to the suggested bet.
Leicester City dominated Sheffield Wednesday in their Championship encounter, as predicted, earning a win.
In the League of Ireland, Bohemians managed to win against Drogheda United, even though both teams scored, as suggested by the value bet.
Feyenoord started their Eredivisie campaign with a win, once again proving to be stronger than NAC Breda, as anticipated.
The defending champions, PSV Eindhoven, began their title defense with a win and both teams scoring, as per the value bet, against Sparta Rotterdam.
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