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Women's World Cup
England v Colombia - KO: 11:30
Paul Higham: "England are 4/9 favourites and even without James would expect to win, and if they do it'll be on the back on their stingy defence that has yet to concede a goal from open play in this tournament - with just the one China penalty breaching their backline during regulation play.
"What they could do with is Alessia Russo finding her scoring boots and converting more of the chances that she's been getting - managing just the one goal so far in the tournament.
"Russo's had the second-most shots on target at this World Cup with eight, from 14 efforts, so is hitting the target but not beating the keeper - if she can just sharpen up a bit she'll get her customary 2-3 shots on target in but this time make them count.
"It's a similar story for Lucy Bronze, who leads the team in setting up shots on goal and has the fourth-most crosses into the box in the competition but hasn't chalked up an assist as yet. It has been coming though and Bronze can step up with James out.
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Premier League
Arsenal v Nottingham Forest - KO: 12:30
Kevin Hatchard: "Arteta has restored the Emirates to the fortress it once was, and now it's one of the toughest places to go and get a result. Arsenal have won 17 of their last 22 home games in the Premier League, and in recent seasons they have been merciless against bottom-half sides.
"Their only home defeats in the league last term were against Manchester City and Brighton, and stretching back further they have lost just six of their last 40 top-flight outings on their own turf.
"I'll use the Sportsbook's Bet Builder to back Arsenal -1 on the Handicap, Over 7.5 Corners and Kai Havertz to commit at least one foul at 11/10. Havertz committed 60 fouls in the Premier League last season, and only Moises Caicedo and Joelinton committed more."
Brighton v Luton - KO: 15:00
Stephen Tudor: "The Hatters could have justifiably hoped for a less challenging introduction to the Premier League but there are faint reasons to be hopeful, not least an unbeaten away run in the Championship that dates back to December.
"Moreover, Brighton lost half of their encounters with promoted sides last season. Still, it's hard to look past a harsh reality check being doled out at the Amex, as the Seagulls continue their fluid and stylish De Zerbi-inspired brilliance.
"It is an oft-quoted factoid that Brighton took on more shots than any side across Europe's big five leagues in 2022/23 and this resulted in them scoring in each of their last 16 league games, averaging 2.1 goals per 90 in the process.
"And if they pick up where they left off, don't discount Joao Pedro enjoying a dream debut. Brighton's summer signing from Watford has already notched twice in pre-season."
Sheff Utd v Crystal Palace - KO: 15:00
Opta: "Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze has been involved in four goals in his last four league games against Sheffield United, finding the net in both of his Premier League games against them. Against no side has he either scored (3) or been involved in (4) more league goals than against the Blades."
Newcastle v Aston Villa - KO: 17:30
Ben Steele: "Both sides have been busy in the summer with the signings of Pau Torres for Villa and Tino Livramento's arrival at Newcastle bolstering already impressive defensive units, while Sandro Tonali and Youri Tielemans will both add more cover in midfield for their new sides.
"The two sides played out a 3-3 draw in preseason a couple of weeks ago and while I'd expect a much tighter game this time around I wouldn't be surprise to see the same result.
"Nick Pope and Emiliano Martinez are two of the best keepers in the league and 21/10 is a great price for those looking to back the draw especially as Betfair's 90 Minute Payout offer has you covered off in case of any late drama on Tyneside."
EFL Tips
Southampton v Norwich - KO: 15:00
Jack Critchley: "Gabriel Sara created nine chances for Norwich in their 2-1 win over Hull, four more than any other player managed across the opening round of Championship games. His expected assist tally of 1.6 was also twice as high as any other player."
"Norwich's midfield is full of creativity and assuming they can get the ball off possession-heavy Southampton, they should be able to break quickly and test the Saints' iffy rearguard."
Millwall v Bristol City - KO: 15:00
NTT20: "Millwall's attacking threat has improved in the last 12 months, with Flemming, Bradshaw and now Nisbet offering plenty. And The Lions' set piece dominance continues, with a +11 set piece goal difference last season compared to Bristol City's -6.
"Bristol City were a popular pick to jump up the table in pre-season, but their Opening Day performance was a little concerning, only able to muster five shots in the game, two from open play. We need to see more from the Robins before we start to rate them as a team in the same league as Millwall."
"That Watford put out a near first-team at Stevenage in the Carabao Cup in midweek and could only muster a 1-1 draw, eventually losing on penalties, should serve as a warning to those putting them into their accumulators this weekend."
Oxford v Carlisle - KO: 15:00
Alan Dudman: "Four of the last eight league games between Oxford United and Carlisle United have ended in a 2-1 scoreline (Oxford United W2, Carlisle United W2), so the draw is also under consideration, especially at 2/1 with the 90 minute payout.
"The much sought after Owen Moxon scored a free-kick for Carlisle in the 1-1 draw against Fleetwood last weekend - a good start to life in League One after promotion, and we'll go with the 18/5 price for the win on Saturday.
"Carlisle are looking to go unbeaten in their first two league games for the third consecutive season following their 1-1 draw with Fleetwood on MD1."
European Leagues
Bayern Munich v RB Leipzig - KO: 19:45
Bad Man Betting: "German football is in an incredibly competitive state right now, and goals are very much on the cards when any two sides step onto the pitch.
Bayern and Leipzig are no exception to that rule, and I fully expect goals aplenty when they face off on Saturday evening. Figures of 3.82 and 3.09 average match goals respectively makes for good reading, but it's their recent head-to-head record that piques my interest more than anything else.
"Four of the last five meetings between the pair have seen at least three goals, and they've seen an average of 4.80 match goals across their last five encounters. The real kicker here? Last year's German Super cup finished 5-3 to Bayern, highlighting that the pair will more than likely go all out."
Athletic Club v Real Madrid - KO: 20:30
Jamie Kemp: "Going to San Mamés is rarely a routine trip for Real Madrid, but Carlo Ancelotti's side will be well prepared for the physical test that await them.
"In a season which will see the timeless Toni Kroos and Luka Modrić finally start to lose some prominence, the new midfield led by the likes of Jude Bellingham, Fede Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga and Aurélien Tchouaméni looks set to make them a truly all-terrain group. And there are few places they'll need that as much as at San Mamés.
"In a new 4-4-2 diamond formation debuted in pre-season, Real Madrid are still trying to strike the right balance, and will be for some weekd yet. But at the same time, they will benefit from an early degree of unpredictability in attack."
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