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PSG vs. Man City same-game parlay predictions Jan. 22: Back Barcola and Foden in Champions League match

PSG vs. Manchester City predictions

A high-stakes Champions League fixture on Matchday 7 sees Paris Saint-Germain host Manchester City on Wednesday.

The pregame narrative: Both European giants desperately need a result, and I expect them to find the score sheet. To round out the parlay, I added player props on Bradley Barcola and Phil Foden.

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Parlay: Both teams to score + Barcola over 0.5 shots on target + Foden over 0.5 shots on target (+300)

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Both teams to score (-215): If you predicted these two Giants would battle for tournament survival come January… I wouldn’t believe you.

But as it stands, City (2-2-2) sits in 22nd place at eight points, just one shy of the danger zone. Meanwhile, PSG (2-1-3) is outside the Top 24 with just seven points.

The Citizens are settling back into solid attacking form — albeit against poor defensive sides. Five different scorers contributed to the 6-0 thrashing of Ipswich Town on Sunday, indicative of a well-oiled machine.

With 14 goals in its last four league matches, Erling Haaland and co. should feel confident about scoring on a PSG backline, vulnerable to formidable attacks.

PSG has conceded in five of six Champions League matches, with the lone clean sheet coming off a putrid Salzburg side.

Offensively, the Parisians have scored in all their home fixtures this season. They also get back an important attacker in Ousmane Dembele, who missed the weekend match due to illness.

In a game with massive implications for the qualifying rounds, I expect these two sides to be on the front foot from the outset.

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Barcola over 0.5 shots on target (-165): Since Kylian Mbappe’s dismissal from Paris, Barcola has evolved into a lethal scoring threat.

The 22-year-old winger is tied for second in Ligue 1’s scoring charts with 11 goals in 18 matches.

Barcola’s quick pace, superb dribbling and versatility have made him a standout for his domestic and national teams. And against a vulnerable City defence, the Frenchman could run amok.

Barcola has a shot on target in 17 of his last 20 matches across all competitions.

With former Napoli star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia soon arriving, the youngster will be determined to cement his place in Luis Enrique’s squad by finding the scoresheet in a critical game.

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Foden over 0.5 shots on target (-143): Among the Citizens returning to scoring form is Foden.

After failing to net a goal in 12 Premier League matches to begin the term, the 24-year-old now has seven goals in his last five — and with 10 shots on target during the stretch.

Despite poor showings in domestic play, Foden has come through in the Champions League with goals in three of six league phase matches.

Pep Guardiola knows the club needs contributions from players not named Haaland, and Foden has finally answered his calling.

Picks made at 2:45 p.m. on 01/20/25.

Australian Open quarterfinals picks and predictions: Tennis picks on Keys vs. Svitolina, Sinner vs. De Minaur

Australian Open picks

I have plus-money picks on both men’s and women’s quarter-final matches of the Australian Open.

The pregame narrative: Elina Svitolina comes off an impressive fourth-round performance, and I believe is primed for an upset win over Madison Keys. Additionally, I like Jannik Sinner to defeat Alex De Minaur in straight sets.

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Best Bet: Svitolina to win (+160)

This promises to be a back-and-forth contest between two familiar foes, but I believe Svitolina at plus money is the play.

The No. 27-ranked Ukrainian carries plenty of big-match experience. She’s played in 11 Grand Slam quarterfinals — including three in Melbourne.

Svitolina found herself in a 4-1 deficit in the opening set against Veronika Kudermetova before winning 11 of the next 12 games.

Meanwhile, Keys was tested in all four matches leading up to this contest. She needed a third-set tiebreak to defeat non-ranked Elena-Gabriel Ruse in the second round.

The No. 14-ranked American has been temperamental in recent slams. And having logged 12 matches in the new term, her recent injury history is a worrying factor.

Although Svitolina has also been bothered by injuries. But, she came off a four-month absence to be fully fit for this tournament.

Encouraged by her husband’s (Gael Monfils) astonishing performances in the men’s circuit, I say Svitolina is more than capable of winning this contest.

Key stat: Svitolina posted a 16-9 record on outdoor hard courts last season, outperforming Keys’ 7-6 record.

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Sinner -2.5 sets (+125): Sinner is making a solid case for back-to-back Australian Open titles.

The No. 1-ranked Italian battled through physical issues in the latest match against Holger Rune, which led to a dropped second set. Despite multiple stoppages, Sinner barreled through the next few sets to extend his win streak to 20 matches.

De Minaur qualified for the Aussie Open quarter-finals for the first time but faced a much easier path to get there.

A shocking 50 unforced errors from Alex Michelsen on Sunday mitigated De Minaur’s 43% first-serve percentage.

The 8th-ranked Australian has yet to figure Sinner out, losing all nine head-to-head matches via straight sets. He’s also failed to take a single set versus top-10 competitors (0-14).

Australian Open picks made at 11:34 a.m. on 01/20/25

Australian Open quarterfinals picks and predictions: Tennis picks on Keys vs. Svitolina, Sinner vs. De Minaur

Australian Open picks

I have plus-money picks on both men’s and women’s quarter-final matches of the Australian Open.

The pregame narrative: Elina Svitolina comes off an impressive fourth-round performance, and I believe is primed for an upset win over Madison Keys. Additionally, I like Jannik Sinner to defeat Alex De Minaur in straight sets.

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Best Bet: Svitolina to win (+163)

This promises to be a back-and-forth contest between two familiar foes, but I believe Svitolina at plus money is the play.

The No. 27-ranked Ukrainian carries plenty of big-match experience. She’s played in 11 Grand Slam quarterfinals — including three in Melbourne.

Svitolina found herself in a 4-1 deficit in the opening set against Veronika Kudermetova before winning 11 of the next 12 games.

Meanwhile, Keys was tested in all four matches leading up to this contest. She needed a third-set tiebreak to defeat non-ranked Elena-Gabriel Ruse in the second round.

The No. 14-ranked American has been temperamental in recent slams. And having logged 12 matches in the new term, her recent injury history is a worrying factor.

Although Svitolina has also been bothered by injuries. But, she came off a four-month absence to be fully fit for this tournament.

Encouraged by her husband’s (Gael Monfils) astonishing performances in the men’s circuit, I say Svitolina is more than capable of winning this contest.

Key stat: Svitolina posted a 16-9 record on outdoor hard courts last season, outperforming Keys’ 7-6 record.

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Sinner -2.5 sets (+117): Sinner is making a solid case for back-to-back Australian Open titles.

The No. 1-ranked Italian battled through physical issues in the latest match against Holger Rune, which led to a dropped second set. Despite multiple stoppages, Sinner barreled through the next few sets to extend his win streak to 20 matches.

De Minaur qualified for the Aussie Open quarter-finals for the first time but faced a much easier path to get there.

A shocking 50 unforced errors from Alex Michelsen on Sunday mitigated De Minaur’s 43% first-serve percentage.

The 8th-ranked Australian has yet to figure Sinner out, losing all nine head-to-head matches via straight sets. He’s also failed to take a single set versus top-10 competitors (0-14).

Australian Open picks made at 11:34 a.m. on 01/20/25

This weekend’s top European soccer predictions: Best bets and picks for Bundesliga and La Liga

Soccer predictions

Matches from the Bundesliga and La Liga make up this weekend’s top soccer predictions.

The pregame narrative: Stuttgart hosts Freiburg in a matchup that has potential for goals. Elsewhere, I believe the contest between Getafe and Barcelona falls under the total.

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Best Bet: Stuttgart/Freiburg over 3 goals (-122)

The German top-flight is famously known for high-scoring matches, and this one should be no exception.

Stuttgart is off to a solid start in 2025, notching wins in its first two matches of the calendar year. Against a dangerous RB Leipzig side, it generated 2.57 expected goals (xG) on 14 shots.

Under Sebastian Hoeness, the Swabians are loaded with fierce strikers and playmaking midfielders, capable of penetrating even the toughest defences.

Stuttgart is ranked in the top five across all the important attacking metrics.

  • 3rd in expected goals (1.95 per 90)
  • 4th in shots on goal (5.6 per 90)
  • 2nd in box entries (31.1 per 90)
  • 2nd in big scoring chances (3.7 per 90)

It faces a favourable matchup against a Freiburg side that’s conceded a whopping 13 goals in its last four matches.

Defensively for Stuttgart, losing German international Maximilian Mittelstadt to a knee injury is a significant blow to a backline already missing a key central defender.

It’s a cause for concern when facing Freiburg’s midfield duo of Vincenzo Grifo and Ritsu Doan, who have combined for 20 goal contributions.

This bet has cashed in their last three head-to-head contests.

Key stat: Stuttgart’s matches at home are averaging 3.67 goals this season.

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Getafe/Barcelona under 2.5 goals (+100): Betting an under on a Barcelona match could be nerve-racking, but I believe it makes sense here.

The trio of Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha and wonder boy Lamine Yamal have formed Barcelona into an attacking juggernaut.

On the contrary, the defensive side of Getafe has contained it in previous matches.

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Under Jose Bordalas this season, Getafe likes to absorb pressure in defensive areas while keeping a compact line.

Despite sitting 15th in La Liga, Getafe has allowed just 16 goals over 19 league matches. Offensively, its 13 goals are tied for the fewest in the league.

Getafe has failed to score off Barcelona in its previous six meetings. In addition, Barcelona’s last three visits to the Coliseum Stadium have resulted in 0-0 draws.

With a big Champions League match against Benfica on deck, I expect Flick to approach this game conservatively and rotate key attackers.

Picks made at 2:53 p.m. on 01/17/25.

Australian Open fourth round picks and predictions: Tennis picks on Davidovich vs. Paul, Sabalenka vs. Andreeva

Australian Open Fourth Round picks

I have picks on both men’s and women’s matches for the fourth round of the Australian Open.

The pregame narrative: Alejandro Davidovich Fokina is coming off back-to-back underdog wins, and I expect a hard-fought battle from him against Tommy Paul. Elsewhere, I expect Aryna Sabalenka’s match with Mirra Andreeva to go the distance at plus-money odds.

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Best Bet: Davidovich/Paul over 36.5 games (-120)

This should be a thrilling contest between two competitors with exceptional defensive skills.

Here’s how their return stats from the 2024 compare:

PlayerReturn RatingReturn Games Won (%)Breaks Converted (%)
Davidovich141.4 (22nd)22.6% (20th)39.4% (36th)
Paul157.2 (5th)28.6% (4th)42.6% (6th)

Davidovich has emerged as one of the biggest stories of the tournament. The No. 66-ranked Spaniard overcame a two-set deficit in back-to-back matches to defeat Felix Auger-Aliassime and Jakub Mensik.

Despite an easy draw, Paul was on the verge of a first-round exit and needed five sets to defeat Australia’s Christopher O’Connell.

In the third round, the No. 11-ranked American defeated Roberto Carballes Baena (7-6, 6-2, 6-0) in straight sets. He was solid on returns while benefitting from nine double faults.

Paul now faces an opponent who might not have an overpowering serve but can absorb pressure, win long rallies and limit unforced errors.

This will be the fourth encounter between these competitors. They played to a fifth set at the 2023 Australian Open, where Paul grabbed the victory (6-2, 2-6, 6-7[4], 6-3, 6-4).

The difference in time spent on-court is significant — and perhaps worrying for Davidovich — but both players’ defensive skills and court coverage are makings of a back-and-forth battle.

Key stat: Paul has competed in 16 tiebreaks over 20 career matches at the Australian Open.

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Sabalenka/Andreeva over 2.5 sets (+150): Sabalenka is coming off a lacklustre showing in the third round.

The reigning Australian Open champion is off to an exceptional start in 2025, winning eight straight matches and dropping just one set. But her serve has looked vulnerable at times during this stretch.

She was forced into a tiebreak against Clara Tauson, who broke serve twice and didn’t concede a single ace.

This could be a problem against No. 11-ranked Andreeva, who is well-regarded for her excellent court coverage and strong returns. Last year, she ranked 47th in break points converted (51.6%).

The young Russian is familiar with Sabalenka’s game, having faced her three times before. Andreeva knocked out Sabalenka in the quarter-finals of the 2024 French Open (6-7, 6-4, 6-4).

At 17 years old, Andreeva has the potential to be a top player in the women’s circuit.

Despite a lack of big tournament experience, Andreeva has posted a 4-4 record against top 10 competitors for her career.

These two players have history, and I can see Andreeva stealing a set over the No. 1-ranked player.

Australian Open picks made at 12:35 p.m. on 01/17/25

Australian Open fourth round picks and predictions: Tennis picks on Davidovich vs. Paul, Sabalenka vs. Andreeva

Australian Open Fourth Round picks

I have picks on both men’s and women’s matches for the fourth round of the Australian Open.

The pregame narrative: Alejandro Davidovich Fokina is coming off back-to-back underdog wins, and I expect a hard-fought battle from him against Tommy Paul. Elsewhere, I expect Aryna Sabalenka’s match with Mirra Andreeva to go the distance at plus-money odds.

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Best Bet: Davidovich/Paul over 37.5 games (-113)

This should be a thrilling contest between two competitors with exceptional defensive skills.

Here’s how their return stats from the 2024 compare:

PlayerReturn RatingReturn Games Won (%)Breaks Converted (%)
Davidovich141.4 (22nd)22.6% (20th)39.4% (36th)
Paul157.2 (5th)28.6% (4th)42.6% (6th)

Davidovich has emerged as one of the biggest stories of the tournament. The No. 66-ranked Spaniard overcame a two-set deficit in back-to-back matches to defeat Felix Auger-Aliassime and Jakub Mensik.

Despite an easy draw, Paul was on the verge of a first-round exit and needed five sets to defeat Australia’s Christopher O’Connell.

In the third round, the No. 11-ranked American defeated Roberto Carballes Baena (7-6, 6-2, 6-0) in straight sets. He was solid on returns while benefitting from nine double faults.

Paul now faces an opponent who might not have an overpowering serve but can absorb pressure, win long rallies and limit unforced errors.

This will be the fourth encounter between these competitors. They played to a fifth set at the 2023 Australian Open, where Paul grabbed the victory (6-2, 2-6, 6-7[4], 6-3, 6-4).

The difference in time spent on-court is significant — and perhaps worrying for Davidovich — but both players’ defensive skills and court coverage are makings of a back-and-forth battle.

Key stat: Paul has competed in 16 tiebreaks over 20 career matches at the Australian Open.

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Sabalenka/Andreeva over 2.5 sets (+165): Sabalenka is coming off a lacklustre showing in the third round.

The reigning Australian Open champion is off to an exceptional start in 2025, winning eight straight matches and dropping just one set. But her serve has looked vulnerable at times during this stretch.

She was forced into a tiebreak against Clara Tauson, who broke serve twice and didn’t concede a single ace.

This could be a problem against No. 11-ranked Andreeva, who is well-regarded for her excellent court coverage and strong returns. Last year, she ranked 47th in break points converted (51.6%).

The young Russian is familiar with Sabalenka’s game, having faced her three times before. Andreeva knocked out Sabalenka in the quarter-finals of the 2024 French Open (6-7, 6-4, 6-4).

At 17 years old, Andreeva has the potential to be a top player in the women’s circuit.

Despite a lack of big tournament experience, Andreeva has posted a 4-4 record against top 10 competitors for her career.

These two players have history, and I can see Andreeva stealing a set over the No. 1-ranked player.

Australian Open picks made at 12:35 p.m. on 01/17/25

Australian Open third round picks and predictions: Tennis picks on Ben Shelton, Fritz vs. Monfils

Australian Open Round of 32 picks

I’m featuring two Americans in my picks for the third round of the Australian Open.

The pregame narrative: Gael Monfils has been on a tear and can go toe-for-toe against Taylor Fritz. Elsewhere, I’m backing Ben Shelton to cover his game spread against Lorenzo Musetti.

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Best Bet: Taylor Fritz/Gael Monfils over 3.5 sets (-120)

Both competitors head into this clash in tremendous form.

So far, Fritz has delivered back-to-back straight sets victories, winning 36 of 44 sets played. However, the No. 4-ranked American didn’t come out unscathed.

Fritz hyper-extended his knee in his recent match against Cristian Garin, which could be a problem against an experienced pro like Monfils.

The 38-year-old Frenchman has found a new gear in 2025. He’s won his last seven matches on the hard court while taking home the ASB Classic title in Auckland.

A double fault on match point prevented Monfils from defeating Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in straight sets in the opening round.

What caught my eye is Monfils’ ability to handle pressure. In the last 52 weeks, he’s ranked 17th in under-pressure rating and 20th in break points converted (40.5%).

Coming off an easy straight-set victory, I say Monfils can at least steal a set and make life difficult for Fritz.

Key stat: In 2024, Monfils ranked 34th in service games won (82.4%).

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Shelton -2.5 games (-112): Shelton has thrived on the outdoor hard courts in Melbourne.

The young American reached the quarterfinal in his debut in 2023, following that with a third-round appearance last year.

His powerful serve — which had the fourth-highest rating on tour in 2024 — is one of his standout weapons and has translated well on this playing surface.

The same can’t be said for Musetti, whose style fits better on clay. The No. 15-ranked Italian is just 60-67 (47.2%) on outdoor hard courts, compared to 54-35 on clay.

Musetti performed well in his straight-sets victory over Denis Shapovalov (7-6, 7-6, 6-2) but was the beneficiary of 15 double faults.

He’s typically solid on the baseline but is susceptible against opponents with massive groundstrokes.

This has the makings of a back-and-forth battle, but I expect Shelton to power through to the next round.

Australian Open picks made at 11:15 a.m. on 01/16/25

Australian Open third round picks and predictions: Tennis picks on Ben Shelton, Fritz vs. Monfils

Australian Open Round of 32 picks

I’m featuring two Americans in my picks for the third round of the Australian Open.

The pregame narrative: Gael Monfils has been on a tear and can go toe-for-toe against Taylor Fritz. Elsewhere, I’m backing Ben Shelton to cover his game spread against Lorenzo Musetti.

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Best Bet: Taylor Fritz/Gael Monfils over 3.5 sets (-121)

Both competitors head into this clash in tremendous form.

So far, Fritz has delivered back-to-back straight sets victories, winning 36 of 44 sets played. However, the No. 4-ranked American didn’t come out unscathed.

Fritz hyper-extended his knee in his recent match against Cristian Garin, which could be a problem against an experienced pro like Monfils.

The 38-year-old Frenchman has found a new gear in 2025. He’s won his last seven matches on the hard court while taking home the ASB Classic title in Auckland.

A double fault on match point prevented Monfils from defeating Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in straight sets in the opening round.

What caught my eye is Monfils’ ability to handle pressure. In the last 52 weeks, he’s ranked 17th in under-pressure rating and 20th in break points converted (40.5%).

Coming off an easy straight-set victory, I say Monfils can at least steal a set and make life difficult for Fritz.

Key stat: In 2024, Monfils ranked 34th in service games won (82.4%).

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Shelton -1.5 games (-125): Shelton has thrived on the outdoor hard courts in Melbourne.

The young American reached the quarterfinal in his debut in 2023, following that with a third-round appearance last year.

His powerful serve — which had the fourth-highest rating on tour in 2024 — is one of his standout weapons and has translated well on this playing surface.

The same can’t be said for Musetti, whose style fits better on clay. The No. 15-ranked Italian is just 60-67 (47.2%) on outdoor hard courts, compared to 54-35 on clay.

Musetti performed well in his straight-sets victory over Denis Shapovalov (7-6, 7-6, 6-2) but was the beneficiary of 15 double faults.

He’s typically solid on the baseline but is susceptible against opponents with massive groundstrokes.

This has the makings of a back-and-forth battle, but I expect Shelton to power through to the next round.

Australian Open picks made at 11:15 a.m. on 01/16/25

Best NBA prop bets Jan. 16: Ride with Powell, Henderson in Clippers vs. Trail Blazers matchup

NBA prop bets

I’m locking into tonight’s Los Angeles Clippers versus Portland Trail Blazers matchup with a pair of prop bets.

The pregame narrative: Norman Powell is shooting (and scoring) in bunches, and he looks like a great play tonight against a struggling Blazers squad. I also think Scoot Henderson can build off a career night, while Cade Cunningham is worth a look at plus money.

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Best bet: Powell 25+ points (-108)

Powell just continues to crush it in his first season as a starter for the Clippers.

The 10-year veteran is playing more and shooting more than ever before, which has led to a career-high scoring average (23.7 PPG).

He’s not just benefiting from volume, though. Powell is shooting the lights out, especially from 3-point range. His 44.7% shooting beyond the arc ranks second in the NBA.

Last night, Powell finished with 18 points on 7-of-10 shooting (3-of-4 from deep). I’m sure he would’ve done more damage, but in a game the Clippers won by 59 points, he spent most of the second half on the bench.

Now he’ll face the Portland Trail Blazers, who are a plus matchup for talented shooting guards:

  • 29th in points by opposing SGs
  • 28th in defensive rating
  • 27th in opponent 3PT%

Prior to last night’s abridged appearance, Powell had scored 25-plus points in nine of 12 games. This is a smash spot.

Key stat: Powell finished with 30 points in both previous matchups against the Blazers this season.

Quick picks

Henderson over 1.5 threes (-138): Two nights ago, Henderson re-entered Portland’s starting lineup and enjoyed the best game of his very young and embattled career:

  • 39 minutes
  • 39 points
  • 13-of-18 shooting (8/10 3PT)

With multiple would-be starters slated to miss tonight’s game, Henderson should slot back into a starting spot.

Combine a minutes boost with what should be a confidence boost after his 39-point night, and I think we’re in business here.

Henderson has cashed this bet in six of his past 12 games, and he came off the bench in 11 of those games. The Clippers aren’t an ideal matchup, but on the heels of a back-to-back, he might be catching them at the right time.

Cunningham over 2.5 threes (+110): Cunningham is having a moment right now, making a serious push for his first all-star bid in the final days of fan voting.

The Detroit Pistons’ floor general has scored 30-plus points in four of his past six games, and I think they’ll need to lean on him in a key matchup against the Indiana Pacers.

Cunningham’s markets are looking bloated these days thanks to his strong output, but I think plus-money odds on this 3s line has value.

  • In two previous matchups vs. Indiana this year, Cunningham is 6-of-12 (50.0%) from deep.
  • Cunningham has 3+ threes in 13/19 games since Nov. 29, shooting 40.2% beyond the arc in that span.

Picks made at 9:20 a.m. ET on 01/16/2025.

EPL Matchday 22 picks and predictions: Back Fulham to win, goals in Manchester City fixture

EPL Matchday 22 picks

I’ve got two bets for this action-packed weekend in the Premier League.

The pregame narrative: I spot value in backing Fulham to secure a road victory over bottom-feeding Leicester City. After that, Ipswich Town hosts Manchester City, and I expect both teams to get on the scoresheet.

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Best Bet: Fulham to win (-106)

This is a prime bounce-back spot for the Cottagers.

Clumsy errors from their backline led to a 3-2 defeat against West Ham on Tuesday. Despite the loss, they held the Hammers to just four shots and six touches inside the box.

Unlike West Ham, Leicester is not an effective high-pressing side.

Since Ruud van Nistelrooy came over as manager, it’s allowing the second-most passes per defensive action (PPDA) at 15.41, per Understat.

Marco Silva’s side can expose the Foxes by dominating wide areas with overloads to stir up scoring chances.

Led by left-back Antonee Robinson, with nine assists to his ledger, Fulham has the highest number of crosses into the penalty area. Meanwhile, Leicester is 17th in allowing crosses into the penalty area.

The Cottagers won 2-1 in the reverse fixture, generating 1.78 expected goals (xG) to Leceister’s 0.61.

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On the road, Fulham is 3-4-3 (seventh in EPL) with impressive wins over Chelsea and Nottingham Forest.

Although the Foxes have the advantage of playing a third straight home fixture, they’re no match against an angry Fulham squad.

Key stat: Before Wednesday, Leicester lost in five straight matches.

Quick pick

Ipswich Town/Manchester City – Both teams to score (-154): This is a juicy line, but I believe it’s worth playing.

There is no doubt that City can score off an Ipswich defence, averaging a woeful 2.09 xGA (second-worst in the EPL).

However, there are no signs of improvement in its defence — evident in the 2-2 thriller at Brentford on Tuesday.

Without Rodri in midfield and injuries to the backline, City lacks the pace to effectively counter-press its opponents. As a result, the side is leaving acres of open space for opponents to rip shots in defensive areas.

Despite sitting 18th in the table, Ipswich has shown flashes of brilliance in attack by bringing tons of speed on the counter.

The Citizens have kept just four clean sheets over 21 league matches.

Picks made at 1:45 p.m. on 01/15/25.