It has been a dismal start to the season for Bayer Leverkusen, who have taken just one point from their opening two Bundesliga fixtures and have already replaced Erik ten Hag with Kasper Hjulmand. The Dane faces a tough opener against a Frankfurt side on an eight-game unbeaten run, however, and the visitors should spoil his welcome party.

Marseille have already recorded a 5-2 victory over one promoted side, so back them to score  few goals against a Lorient side who have suffered a 7-1 defeat to Lille this term.

Real Sociedad B have played out high-scoring draws in their last two games, with last weekend’s clash with Cadiz finishing 3-3. Las Palmas need to bounce back from a home defeat, so back an entertaining encounter.

Lech Poznan have seen both teams score in each of their five games this term, while they’ve won three of their last four. They meet a Zaglebie Lubin side who have also had both teams score in their previous five, while they’ve lost two from three on the road this term.

Troyes have a perfect home record this season with six points from two games and should have enough quality to inflict a first defeat of the season on promoted Nancy.

Terence Crawford is making a big jump up in weight but if he can handle the transition he may be able to pull off a minor upset. Bud’s ability to switch between stances gives him a clear advantage, and his speed and timing may see him edge out Mexican legend Canelo.

Martinez looks the technically superior fighter in this battle between two unbeaten super middleweights. Mbilli carries a lot of power, but Martinez’s defensive skills should keep him out of serious trouble and he can grind out a win.

Both of these fighters are unbeaten and both carry serious power. Walsh has 11 stoppages in 14 wins and Vargas Jr is 17-0 with 15 KOs. There is a good chance the judges won’t be required here.

Terence Crawford is making a big jump up in weight but if he can handle the transition he may be able to pull off a minor upset. Bud’s ability to switch between stances gives him a clear advantage, and his speed and timing may see him edge out the Mexican legend. Canelo has never been stopped or even knocked down in a 67-fight career, however, so the best play as a single bet looks to be backing Crawford to win on points.

The Lions came within a whisker of reaching the big dance two years ago, falling to the Eagles in a thrilling NFC Championship. And they posted a league-best 15-2 regular-season record in 2024 before injuries finally took their toll in the postseason. But with continuity on both sides of the ball and a maturing core, Detroit look ready to take the final step.

The Lions came within a whisker of reaching the big dance two years ago, falling to the Eagles in a thrilling NFC Championship. And they posted a league-best 15-2 regular-season record in 2024 before injuries finally took their toll in the postseason. But with continuity on both sides of the ball and a maturing core, Detroit look ready to take the final step.

Cincinnati’s defence quietly ranked top 10 in red zone efficiency last season and has added speed at linebacker and depth in the secondary. If Joe Burrow stays upright, the Bengals have the firepower to outgun anyone in the AFC.

The Bears have built around Caleb Williams by bolstering the offensive line in free agency and giving the young QB a couple of potential breakout receiving weapons via the draft. They have a new head coach in ex-Lions offensive wizard Ben Johnson and their defence, led by Montez Sweat and Jaylon Johnson, should be much improved. In a wide-open NFC North, Chicago could sneak into the postseason.

Anderson is a former Defensive Rookie of the Year who clearly has his supporters among the voting panel. The Texans’ edge rusher had 11 regular-season sacks last season and looks poised to take another leap.

Bielefeld are yet to draw a blank after five games this season and both teams have scored in three of those fixtures. There have been goals at both ends in each of Magdeburg’s last four competitive games so backing both teams to score stands out here.

Both teams have scored in 80% of both of these sides’ games this season and that suggests we should see goals at both ends at Paderborn.

Bielefeld are yet to draw a blank after five games this season and both teams have scored in three of those fixtures. There have been goals at both ends in each of Magdeburg’s last four competitive games. The hosts have a solid seven points to show from four games, while Magdeburg have three defeats in their four outings so back the hosts to win and concede.

Bodo Glimt have won seven of their previous eight league games, while they’ve won seven of their 10 home matches this term. Kristiansund have scored in all but two of their away trips, including in defeats at the second and third placed sides, so back the league leaders to win and concede.

Lech Poznan have seen both teams score in each of their five games this term, while they’ve won three of their last four. They meet a Zaglebie Lubin side who have also had both teams score in their previous five, while they’ve lost two from three on the road this term.

Cluj have already lost to two of the top three, so Friday’s clash with second-placed Rapid Bucharest could be tricky. The visitors have seen BTTS land in four of their last five matches, while they’ve won three from four on the road this term.

Both of these sides have shipped nine goals in four games this term and two poor defences are likely to be split open regularly on Friday. Both teams to score has landed in five of Alverca’s last six games and, having landed in the pair’s two head-to-heads last term, is the most appealing selection again.

Bodo Glimt have won seven of their previous eight league games, while they’ve won seven of their 10 home matches this term. Kristiansund have scored in all but two of their away trips, including in defeats at the second and third placed sides, while BTTS has landed in three of the hosts’ last four games.

Five of Mechelen’s last six league games have ended with both teams scoring, while the hosts are without a clean sheet in five matches.

Backing goals at both ends looks the best angle here as neither side has drawn a blank as yet after four rounds of Ligue 2 fixtures.

Amiens have a reasonable return of five points from four games this season, while Bastia are yet to get going with one point from three. The hosts won the corresponding fixture 1-0 last season and look good value for maximum points on Friday.

Promoted Boulogne have really struggled with the step up in class with no points and no goals after three games. Laval have four draws from as many games and this trip provides a great chance for their first win of the new Ligue 2 season.

Backing goals at both ends looks the best angle here as neither side has drawn a blank as yet after four rounds of Ligue 2 fixtures.

Troyes have a perfect home record this season with six points from two games and should have enough quality to inflict a first defeat of the season on promoted Nancy.

Both of these sides have shipped nine goals in four games this term and two poor defences are likely to be split open regularly on Friday. Both teams to score has landed in five of Alverca’s last six games and, having landed in the pair’s two head-to-heads last term, is the most appealing selection again.

Sheffield United have lost all five games they’ve played this term, including losses to nil in each of their last three. Ipswich have performed well without getting results, so back them to secure the three points.

Marseille have already recorded a 5-2 victory over one promoted side, so back them to score  few goals against a Lorient side who have suffered a 7-1 defeat to Lille this term.

Sevilla broke off for the international week with a resounding 2-0 win away to Girona and their impressive record at home to Elche suggests another three points could be on the way for Matias Almeyda’s men this Friday.

Two wins from three Ligue 1 matches represents a disappointing start to the season for Marseille but last season’s runners-up should have no issues in bouncing back against promoted Lorient. They beat another promoted side, Paris FC, 5-2 in their only first home game of the campaign and look set for another goal-filled victory.

Sheffield United have lost all five games they’ve played this term, including losses to nil in each of their last three. Ipswich have performed well without getting results, so back them to secure the three points.

Partick have won seven of nine games so far this season, including four wins from five at home. Their opponents have lost to nil in their first two league trips.

Aston Villa are yet to score across their first three games this season, so back a buoyant Everton side to secure the points.

Swansea have been good at home under Alan Sheehan, while Hull have lost back to back games and the Tigers have leaked 12 goals across their last four games.

Utrecht have won their two home league games this season, while they meet a Groningen side who lost all 12 trips to sides above them last term, while the visitors have been beaten in both trips this season.

Toulouse should fall short away to a strong Lille side on Sunday. The hosts won 11 of their 17 home matches last term, while their opening home game this season brought a 1-0 victory against a strong Monaco side.

With Marseille’s last five home matches producing a total of 29 goals it makes sense to back them to rout Lorient, who were beaten 7-1 by Lille in their last home match. OM did concede twice to Paris in their last home game, though, so back the visitors to net in defeat.

Santa Clara have failed to score in five of their last seven matches and their struggles in front of goal are likely to continue in Lisbon. Benfica rarely blow teams away, though, so two goals should do the trick for the hosts.

Hirst has scored once for Ipswich this term, but the striker has recorded 2.4 Expected Goals so far this term. With the Tractor Boys backed for their first win against a wayward Sheffield United side, back Hirst to return to form.

Sevilla broke off for the international week with a resounding 2-0 win away to Girona and their impressive record at home to Elche suggests another three points could be on the way for Matias Almeyda’s men this Friday.

Benfica have played eight games this season and have won seven of those to nil. Defence wins you titles in the words of Sir Alex Ferguson and the Eagles, searching for a first Primeira Liga crown since the 2022-23 campaign, can secure another important win and clean sheet against Santa Clara, who have scored just two goals in their last seven games.

Both of these sides have shipped nine goals in four games this term and two poor defences are likely to be split open regularly on Friday. Both teams to score has landed in five of Alverca’s last six games and, having landed in the pair’s two head-to-heads last term, is the most appealing selection again.

LDU Quito are odds-on favourites here, but they have lost their last three away games and are only three points above Libertad in the Ecuador Liga Pro standings. The hosts head into this tie unbeaten in four matches and with four wins from their last five home fixtures.

Guabira have won their last five matches and may be more of a challenge to Bolivar than the bookmaker’s suggest. They have not lost by more than a single goal in any of their last 12 games, while Bolivar have only won by two or more goals once in their last five at home.

LDU Quito are odds-on favourites here, but they have lost their last three away games and are only three points above Libertad in the Ecuador Liga Pro standings. The hosts head into this tie unbeaten in four matches and with four wins from their last five home fixtures.

Guabira have won their last five matches and may be more of a challenge to Bolivar than the bookmaker’s suggest. They have not lost by more than a single goal in any of their last 12 games, while Bolivar have only won by two or more goals once in their last five at home.

Both teams have scored in each of Newell’s Old Boy’s three home games in the Clausura stage and Atletico Tucuman have seen goals at both ends in two of their last four competitive away fixtures.

Junior are top of the Colombia Primera A table and have won their last four competitive home games by an aggregate score of 10-1. They host a La Equidad side that have drawn two and lost four of their last six on the road.

LDU Quito are odds-on favourites here, but they have lost their last three away games and are only three points above Libertad in the Ecuador Liga Pro standings. The hosts head into this tie unbeaten in four matches and with four wins from their last five home fixtures.