Predicted Bets and Potential Valuable Wagers to Consider
10 Eye-popping Footy Matches Worth a Punt this Weekend
Get ready, football fans! This weekend's matches have all the promise of a thrilling showdown. Here are our top picks for the coming days, complete with suggested bets and some tempting value plays.
Norway vs Italy (Friday)
Norway is on fire, and the Azzurri are off their game. The home team has been scoring goals and winning their World Cup qualifiers, while Italy has been struggling under Luciano Spalletti. Punt on Norway taking the win.
Tip: Norway to win
Valuable Tip: Norway to win and over 2.5 goals
North Macedonia vs Belgium (Friday)
North Macedonia is enjoying a strong run of form, but Belgium's firepower may be too much for them to handle. Even with inconsistent performances on the road, the Red Devils could take this encounter by storm.
Tip: Belgium to win
Valuable Tip: Belgium to win and over 2.5 goals
Czech Republic vs Montenegro (Friday)
Group leaders Czech Republic square off with second-place Montenegro in a clash that could shape the early group standings. Both sides have made a strong start to their World Cup qualifiers, making this tie a nail-biter.
Tip: Both teams to score
Valuable Tip: Czech Republic to win and both teams to score
England vs Andorra (Saturday)
England has been cruising under Thomas Tuchel, while Andorra is still in search of their first point in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. This clash promises a comfortable win for the Three Lions.
Tip: England to win
Valuable Tip: England to win both halves
Finland vs Netherlands (Saturday)
The Netherlands begin their road to the 2026 World Cup with an away fixture against Finland. Given their superior FIFA ranking, the Dutch will be confident of making a strong statement and taking the three points.
Tip: Netherlands to win
Valuable Tip: Netherlands to win and over 2.5 goals
Republic of Ireland vs Senegal (Friday)
The Irish will aim to continue their winning streak, while Senegal has been riding a 14-match unbeaten streak. A thrilling battle is expected, and both teams may find the back of the net.
Tip: Both teams to score
Valuable Tip: Senegal to win and both teams to score
Morocco vs Tunisia (Friday)
This North African derby could be the ticket to a potential statement win for either side. The duo last faced each other seven years ago, and fans are eager for a fiercely contested showdown.
Tip: Morocco to win
Valuable Tip: Morocco to win and over 2.5 goals
Canada vs Ukraine (Saturday)
Canada and Ukraine kick off the Canadian Shield Invitational in Toronto, both sides looking to start their campaigns on the right foot. The previous meeting between the two resulted in a 2-1 victory for Canada, and the Canadians will be looking for more of the same.
Tip: Canada to win
Valuable Tip: Canada to win and over 2.5 goals
South Africa vs Zimbabwe (Saturday)
Both teams are searching for their first win at the COSAFA Cup, with South Africa facing a crucial clash against Zimbabwe. The latter has struggled to find the back of the net, and the Bafana Bafana will be hopeful of capitalizing on that vulnerability.
Tip: South Africa to win
Valuable Tip: South Africa to win to nil
New Zealand vs Ivory Coast (Sunday)
A historic encounter between New Zealand and Ivory Coast kicks off the Canadian Shield Tournament. The Ivorians hold a significant advantage in FIFA rankings, and they are the firm favorites to take the three points.
Tip: Ivory Coast to win
Valuable Tip: Ivory Coast to win on the handicap
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Tims, a CSA accredited freelance cricket writer and cricket commentator for Guerilla Cricket SA, brings you his expert analysis and betting tips.
Football and sports betting enthusiasts, don't miss out on these enticing tips for this weekend's matches:
- Norway to win against Italy on Friday. Consider the valuable tip of Norway winning and over 2.5 goals.
- Belgium is predicted to win against North Macedonia on Friday, with over 2.5 goals as a promising value play.
- In the Czech Republic vs Montenegro clash on Friday, both teams may score, and the Czech Republic could emerge victorious. Another valuable tip for this game is a Czech Republic win and both teams scoring.
- England is likely to triumph over Andorra on Saturday, with England winning both halves being a tempting value play.
- The Netherlands is forecasted to win against Finland on Saturday, and the Netherlands winning and over 2.5 goals is a suggested value tip.
- Republic of Ireland could continue their winning streak against Senegal, with both teams scoring being a likely outcome. A valuable tip for this game is Senegal winning and both teams scoring.
- Morocco is tipped to win against Tunisia on Friday, and Morocco winning and over 2.5 goals is a potential value play.
- In the Canadian Shield Invitational, Canada is expected to win against Ukraine on Saturday, with Canada winning and over 2.5 goals being a valuable tip.
- South Africa is predicted to win against Zimbabwe on Saturday, with South Africa winning to nil as a suggested value tip.
- Finally, in the Canadian Shield Tournament, Ivory Coast is projected to win against New Zealand on Sunday, and Ivory Coast winning on the handicap is a valuable tip for this match.
