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Aston Villa has been in a battle over the past month or so for the final spot (top four) in the EPL rankings to get a UCL spot for next season. Tottenham still have a chance, but it definitely won't be possible in Aston Villa finishes the season strong. A win here could very well seal the deal. In the last meeting between these two teams, Aston Villa completely dominated. As a matter of fact, they won that game by a score of 6-1. Brighton still has injuries all over the pitch and could be in for another rough game like that. Yes, they are at home which might help them a bit. However, they still haven't won a single game since mid-March (6 game Draw/Loss streak.) It's hard not to play against that, especially with a team as good as Aston Villa on the opposing end. I'll gladly take 0.0 spread. 

Score Prediction: 3-1 Aston Villa. 

As good as Girona have been this season, this is still Barcelona that they are up against. Yes, just two points separate the two sides, but that just means that Barca should be trying their best to pull away in this match. 

Coming in, Girona have been very in and out. They've actually lost five of their last ten games played in La Liga. Barcelona, on the other hand, rebounded with a massive 4-2 against Valencia in their last game. I believe that they simply are the better team and should get the job done here. In the reverse fixture, Barcelona lost. Give me the team that is looking for revenge here today, especially at this price. 

Score Prediction: 3-1 Barcelona. 

We all know that Bayer Leverkusen has yet to lose a single game this season in "any" competition. They've had goals past the 80' like nothing you've ever seen before and it's been a nightmare to bet against. Having said that, I believe that Roma has a good chance in breaking this incredible unbeatable stretch. 

In my opinion, the Italian Serie A is much more competitive than the German Bundesliga that Leverkusen are a part of. Yes, Bayer Leverkusen has played teams outside of their league, but Roma is definitely going to be tough. Roma is very strong at home and this game happens to be in Rome. I'll gladly take Roma to at least get the draw in this match. They are going to do whatever they can to win this game and/or at least get the draw as they don't want to head to Germany while trailing. Give me the +0.5 here. 

Score Prediction: 1-1 Draw.

A lot of people in the world of European Football chimed in after the second leg of the Man City/Real Madrid fixture. Many believe that Real Madrid are extremely lucky to be here. Well, lucky or not, they are here. That doesn't take away from anything that this team has been able to accomplish over many decades in a row including this season. This team deserves is good enough to be in a UCL Semi Final and I believe that they will play like it. On the road in Germany to open things up, this is going to be a tough game. However, Bayern Munich have not been their best this season and very well could be in for a disappointment. We've seen plenty of collapses in the Champions League over the years and Real Madrid is capable of crushing any team. Madrid officially won the La Liga title last week and look to build on that here today. Even if this game were to end in a draw, I'm content with a "half-win." Real Madrid to come away with some sort of result here today. 

Score Prediction: 2-1 Real Madrid

After last week's set of games, Manchester City are now full in control. If they are to win out (over their last six games,) they will be champions of the Premier League once again. Having said that, they need to take things one game at a time. They've already beaten this Brighton & Hove Albion team this season and look to win by even more today. City have scored nine goals in their last three games and are in excellent form, despite the shootout loss to Real Madrid in the UCL Quarter Finals. Brighton have also been dealing with injuries all season long. March, Gilmour and Mitoma are still out for this game with Lamptey & Estupinãn in question. I don't believe that Seagulls have enough to keep up with the devastating attack from perhaps the best team in the nation. I'm grabbing City here.

Score Prediction: 4-1 Man City

From having the title in your hands, to dropping to third place in a matter of less than a day, Liverpool suffered a horrible loss in last week's EPL game. Yes, it was also disappointing to be eliminated from the Europa League. But, they were more than likely never going to come back from down 3-0. Having said that, this has become a must-win game for The Reds. Liverpool now sits three points out of first, with City about to take a bigger lead after they win their next match as well. Liverpool knows that a win here would give them their swagger back as they need it to finish the year off strongly. Fulham haven't really been consistent either as they are 1-2 in their last three games. I like Liverpool to get the job done and win by a goal at the very least today. 

Score Prediction: 3-1 Liverpool

Having been so good all season long in both the "Apertura" as well as "Clausura," it's really hard to see Club America losing this match. Even though this match is on the road, they've lost just one game (in 15) in the Clausura - and just one game (in 17) in the Apertura. Don't get me wrong, Pumas UNAM have been solid this season. But, it's hard to contend against one of the best teams that we've seen in a very long time in the Liga MX. 

It has actually been nearly three whole years since Pumas UNAM last beat Club America in a competitive match. Having said that, I don't see it happening tonight either. If Club America wasn't in form at the moment, it would be a completely different story. However, America seen a result in five consecutive games. I'm confident that they'll get the three points today. 

Score Prediction: 2-0 Club America

(#200125) Manchester United @ (#200126) Bournemouth - 12:30pm EST 

REGULATION Manchester United +0.25 (-124)  

It's been an up and down season for both of these teams. They each have lost 12 matches, but the Red Devils have had more wins. Yes, this game is being played @ Bournemouth. But, Bournemouth have only won six out of sixteen games this season at home. Manchester United have the talent to beat any team in the Prem, and they showed that with their 2-2 draw against Liverpool in their last game. Although they haven't had the best of seasons this year, I expect them to get it done today. At plus spread, this selection holds extremely good value. 

Score Prediction: 2-1 Man U 

(good until 0.0 -120) 

(#224205) Bayern Munich @ (#224206) Arsenal - 3:00pm EST

Bayern Munich +1 (-140) 

Everybody remembers the last time these two teams met in the Champions League. Back in 2017, these two clubs met in the Round of 16 of this tournament. It ended up being a 10-2 aggregate finish with Bayern Munich winning both legs 5-1. Having said that, there's plenty on the line here. 

Arsenal have looked very strong this season, and I've really enjoyed watching their football. They currently lead the EPL with just seven games remaining. On the other hand, it's been an off year for Bayern. Although they are still in 2nd in the Bundesliga, it just hasn't felt the same as previous years from the most dominant team in German football history. 

Even though it's been two different seasons from these teams, Bayern still has enough talent to win this tie, and comfortably again. They are currently in excellent form and should be able to keep this one tied at the very least going into the halftime interval here today. I'm willing to lay the extra juice to get +0.5 here. 

Score Prediction: 1-1 Draw

(good until +1 -175) 

(#223061) LNZ Cherkasy @ (#223062) Dynamo Kiev - 8:30am EST 

REGULATION Dynamo Kiev -1.5 (-128) 

In the Ukrainian Premier League standings, Dynamo Kiev sit in 3rd, while LNZ Cherkasy sit in 10th (out of 16.) That alone tells you that the home team is the better side. LNZ Cherkasy's current form is quite poor to be honest. They've lost consecutive games and haven't been able to put the ball in the back of the net. On the other hand, Dynamo Kiev have been blazing recently, winning three straight. They've got the most potent attack in the league as they've scored the most goals this season by quite a lot. At home, there should be no stopping them today. 

Score Prediction: 3-0 Dynamo Kiev 

(good until -1.5 -150) 

(#201801) Valencia @ (#201802) Granada CF - 2:00pm EST 

(Draw = No Bet) REGULATION Valencia 0.0 (-135) 

It's been four consecutive defeats that Granada for seen in La Liga play. They've been one of the worst teams all season long and I don't expect them to beat Valencia. As a matter of fact, they have just two wins in 29 games played this season. Looking at Valencia, they are attempting to move up the table. Yes, they are still eight points away from europe, but a win here would go a very long way. Valencia have seen at least a draw in 19 of their 29 games this season and have won 10. I'll take them on the “Draw - No Bet” line here today. 

Score Prediction: 1-0 Valencia 

(good until 0.0 -160) 

(#224209) FC Copenhagen @ (#224210) Manchester City - 3:00pm EST 

REGULATION FC Copenhagen +2.5 (-125)  

Manchester City might be the better team by far. However, I don't see them winning this game by more than two goals. As a matter of fact, I believe that City will only give minimal minutes, if any to their top guys in this game. After winning the opening leg 3-1 back in Denmark, City should be content on just adding a goal or two at the very most. They've got a huge game against Liverpool this weekend which will be a road game so this shouldn't really by a top priority for them unless Copenhagen score early. Either way, I believe that Copenhagen is good enough to keep this game close and not get blown out. 

Score Prediction: 2-1 City 

(good until +2.5 -140) 

(#200045) Brighton & Hove Albion @ (#200046) Fulham - 10:00am EST 

REGULATION Fulham 0.0 (-105) 

Brighton has plenty of injuries right now and that's leaning me in the other direction. Don't get me wrong, this is a solid team when fully healthy, but I don't see them winning this game on the road. In seven encounters between these teams in the Premier League, the Cottagers have never tasted defeat. They should be confident after claiming the three points in Saturday's game against Manchester United. With this game being played at Craven Cottage, I think this is tremendous value on the home side. This is a small play on Fulham at 0.0 spread. 

Score Prediction: 2-0 Fulham 

(good until 0.0 -125) 

(#201801) Betis @ (#201802) Cadiz - 3:00pm EST

REGULATION Betis 0.0 (-120) 

Having seen at least a point now in consecutive games, Real Betis are looking to jump two spots in the La Liga table with a win here today. Betis hasn't been anything special this season, don't get me wrong. However, if you compare the two teams, Betis is simply the better side. 

In 23 games this season, Cadiz have only won twice. You heard that right. 2 times in 23 games. They've drew 11 games which is why this line is lower than anticipated. Nonetheless, they are one of the worst teams in the La Liga this season and have failed to score a single goal in their last three fixtures. 

Even away from home, Betis should be able to pick up at least a point here. They are a very composed team that will compete against everyone in the league. Getting them at 0.0 is exactly the line I was looking for as I have them winning this game and we won't get hurt on a draw. This play is on Real Betis on the Point Spread. 

Score Prediction: 2-0 Betis 

(good until 0.0 -140) 

(#200073) Tottenham @ (#200074) Brighton & Hove Albion - 2:30pm EST 

REGULATION Tottenham 0.0 (+115) 

If I'm being completely honest, I believe that this Tottenham attack is the best it's been in a very long time. They look scary for opposing defenders, composed under pressure, and they've been ruthless in front of the net over the past few weeks now. 

Brighton started this season with quite promising results but have been very inconsistent lately. In their last game, they struggled against Crystal Palace, only drawing level in the 82nd minute. This will be a much tougher game for them and I don't believe that they will be up for the challenge. 

In consecutive games now, when Brighton has hosted Tottenham, the home side has failed to find the back of the net, both leading to defeats. Now, I do expect a high scoring game, but Tottenham should be able to grab a point at the very least in this game. I believe that they'll win though and we'll see the Spurs back in a UCL spot. 

Score Prediction: 3-1 Tottenham. 

(good until 0.0 -125)