The international break is finally over, and online sports betting enthusiasts who prefer the sheer volume of games offered by club football are definitely feeling the excitement again. Of course, the break also came with some unfortunate injuries which will directly impact potential outcomes over the next few weeks. The most notable being Martin Ødegaard’s injury, which could have massive implications for this season’s title race. There are also slight worries at Liverpool and Manchester City as Harvey Elliot and Nathan Ake picked up injuries over the international break. Over in Spain, a perfect-looking Barcelona team continue to top the standings while other teams labor in search of rhythm and perfection. Real Madrid have drawn some negative attention due to Kylian Mbappe’s early struggles and four dropped points so far. Atletico have also struggled, with new signing Julian Alvarez yet to score in the league. Further down the table, it is hard to see separation just yet, but that should change in the coming weeks as the games come thick and fast. As usual, we’ve put together free, expert betting tips ahead of the weekend. Time to load up your betting apps and get in on the action by tapping into our expert betting tips below! **Southampton vs Manchester United** Newly-promoted Southampton have faced a baptism of fire on their return to the top flight. Three games, three defeats and a -4 goal difference perfectly show how much they have struggled so far. They are 1 of 2 teams so far without a point, along with Everton. The bad news for them is that they haven’t won any of their consecutive last 10 matches against Manchester United. In fact, that streak extends further to 15 games, with their last victory over their opponents coming 8 years ago. The good news for them is that they have taken points from this fixture in 3 of their last 4 games. Manchester United, on their part, are up against one of their bogey teams. Despite not losing in this fixture for so long, they have still dropped points to Southampton in 8 of their last 13 clashes. Their form to start the season has been dire too, losing 2 of their 3 games so far. This is a great chance to get 3 points on board, even though it is an away game at St. Mary’s. **_Full time Prediction: Considering the sheer amount of draws that this fixture has produced, it might be best to avoid a straight win bet._** A good option to go for is [**Over 1.5, priced at @ 1.18**](https://m.betking.com/sports/match/1001466600/southampton-fc-manchester-united), as there should be goals in this one. **Bet Builder:**
**Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest** Liverpool have had a perfect start to life under new coach Arne Slot. They are yet to concede a goal and have scored 7, getting maximum points so far. Fresh off their thrashing of Manchester United at Old Trafford, a home game against Nottingham Forest looks pretty straightforward as they seek to continue their early momentum. They have won three straight games against their opponents, keeping clean sheets in their last two. Nottingham Forest’s start to the season has been fine as well. They are still yet to lose a game, although they have drawn 2 of their three games so far. A trip to Anfield is daunting, it’s a tough place to go to continue their streak of scoring in every game so far this season. **_Full time Prediction: Expect Liverpool to continue their good form by winning this game. A smart bet could be Home and_** [**Over 1.5, which is priced @ 1.35 odds**.](https://m.betking.com/sports/match/1001466599/liverpool-fc-nottingham-forest) **Bet Builder:**
**Manchester City vs Brentford** Manchester City have expectedly started the season in excellent form. The champions, who are aiming for their fifth consecutive Premier League triumph, are top of the table and scoring for fun. Erling Haaland is in the form of his life, with two hattricks in just 3 games already in the bag. So far, they have won all three of their games, scoring 9 goals and conceding 2. They still have to be wary of opponents who did the double over them two seasons ago, however, despite winning both games against them last season. Brentford are a side the big boys hate to face, because of how direct and physical they are while being tactically solid. They have already garnered 2 wins in 3 games so far, losing only away to Liverpool at Anfield. A trip to the Etihad is always a tough game, but they will take solace in the fact they won there just two seasons ago. **_Full time Prediction: Manchester City should continue their good form by claiming all three points once again. They have scored in both halves of their three games so far this season so expect that to happen again here. This option could be a good value option worth exploring._** [**It is priced @ 1.55 odds**](https://m.betking.com/sports/match/1001466601/manchester-city-brentford-fc) **Bet Builder:**
**Bournemouth vs Chelsea** Bournemouth are not a team that have given Chelsea much trouble in recent times, regardless of their form when the games come up. In this fixture, they have won only one of their last 5 home games. 3 of their last 4 clashes have ended with their opponents taking all three points, with the other one ending in a goalless draw. Still, Chelsea will be wary as Bournemouth are still yet to lose in the Premier League this season and are ahead on the table by a point. The Blues recovered from their opening day defeat to Manchester City to thrash Wolves 6-2 in their only away game so far this season. Another away day at Bournemouth could be packed with goals, especially with how open they play. A draw last time out with Crystal Palace hasn’t dampened their mood, especially as they created enough to win then. **_Full time Prediction: There will be goals in this one. There have been 3 or more goals scored in total in each of Chelsea's last 6 away games._** [**Over 2.5 goals is a reasonable bet to play here, priced @ 1.45 odds**](https://m.betking.com/sports/match/1001466595/afc-bournemouth-chelsea-fc) **Bet Builder:**
**Tottenham vs Arsenal** Arsenal’s midfield crisis has changed expectations for this fixture over the past week. With Declan Rice suspended after his red card against Brighton and Martin Ødegaard picking up an injury during the international break, their midfield is missing two influential starters, along with the injured Mikel Merino. Their recent record in this derby has been excellent, however, with 3 wins in their last 4 and no defeat. That’s certainly why they are still slight favourites to snatch this one. Tottenham will be home and surely feeling like this could be a huge opportunity to end their recent awful results against their archrivals. This is a fixture that has produced a lot of goals in recent times, mostly due to Tottenham’s porous defence. The last time they faced each other, the Gunners raced into a 3-0 lead by halftime, before Spurs rallied with two late goals to nearly snatch a draw. **_Full time Prediction: Just like in recent years, this should be a high-scoring fixture._** [**Over 2.5 is a smart play here and is priced @ 1.58 odds. A good alternative worth looking at is Over 9.5 corners priced @ 1.45 odds**](https://m.betking.com/sports/match/1001466602/tottenham-hotspur-arsenal-fc). **Bet Builder:**
**Wolves vs Newcastle** Wolves have continued the dire form they ended last season with, starting the new season with 0 wins out of 3. Their embarrassing capitulation against Chelsea, in front of their fans, perfectly captured what has been a torrid 2024 for the club. They ended last season with three straight defeats and 1 win in 10 league games. With two defeats and a draw so far, as well as 9 goals conceded already, things are already looking bleak. Newcastle, meanwhile, have started brightly. Two wins and a draw so far mean that they are near the top of the table and enjoying solid momentum. They have not lost to Wolves in their last five games, although they have not won in this stadium since 2017. There is no better time than now to end this streak as Wolves look poor and there for the taking. **Full time Prediction: Wolves do not look capable of winning this game, so a smart play could be a bet on Newcastle to avoid defeat.** [**A win or draw bet on Newcastle is priced @ 1.30 odds**. ](https://m.betking.com/sports/match/1001466603/wolverhampton-wanderers-newcastle-united) **Bet Builder:**
**Real Sociedad vs Real Madrid** Real Sociedad are in dire form. Despite managing to keep Martin Zubimendi and recruiting well during the window, they have started the season horribly with 1 win from four games. Two games without a win could turn to three as they welcome Real Madrid, who are determined to not fall further behind Barcelona so early in the season. Los Blancos have won the last two games between both sides, but their opponents picked up 4 points in the two games before that. Real Madrid’s victory against Real Betis showed a team finally getting it together, with the Mbappe - Vini connection looking sharper and the midfield working better. Still, the international break may have slowed momentum a little so it is hard to know if more of the same will immediately be seen. Regardless, La Real’s dire form coming into this is good news for Madrid. **_Full time Prediction: Real Sociedad have lost their last 3 home matches in a row, this could make it 4. They look vulnerable and Real Madrid could pounce_**. **_There will be space for the front 3 of Vini, Mbappe and Rodrygo to exploit because of how the home side plays._** [**Go for a straight win for Real Madrid, priced @ 1.70 odds**](https://m.betking.com/sports/match/1001482440/real-sociedad-real-madrid). **Bet Builder:**
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