Weekend Football Betting Tips

This week, we present a selection of insights from the major European leagues.

Expert Predictions from Kevin Hatchard

Our football analyst, Kevin Hatchard, has identified three intriguing betting prospects for the weekend. He foresees a challenging encounter for Bundesliga leaders, Bayern Munich, against Stuttgart.

• Stuttgart capable of challenging Bayern
• Nice trapped in turmoil
• Napoli expected to triumph in Serie A showdown

Stuttgart vs. Bayern Munich – Home Team Ready to Compete

Match Timing: Saturday, December 6, 14:30

While Bayern is cementing their path towards another Bundesliga title, it doesn’t guarantee seamless victories. They are currently experiencing a stretch where their performances have been inconsistent. A recent narrow DFB Pokal victory over Union Berlin required two injury-time goals, and they barely clinched a win against St Pauli last weekend. Additionally, they suffered a 3-1 defeat against Arsenal in the Champions League and drew 2-2 with Union Berlin in the Bundesliga.

This weekend, they face one of their toughest fixtures away to Stuttgart. The hosts have recorded seven consecutive wins at home and have managed to hold or defeat Bayern in three out of their last eight encounters across various competitions. Although Bayern secured a 2-1 win in the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup, they did not dominate the match against Stuttgart.

Stuttgart’s home confidence is strong, bolstered by star striker Deniz Undav, who has netted nine goals in his last nine outings, including a recent goal in a 2-0 win over Bochum in the DFB Pokal.

With an extra day’s rest and their home record almost impeccable, Stuttgart is poised to offer a formidable challenge. Supporting them with a +1.0 on the Asian Handicap at odds of 2.22 offers favorable returns if Bayern fails to win, while the stake is refunded if Bayern wins by a single goal.

Nice vs. Angers – A Club in Crisis Must Be Avoided

Match Timing: Sunday, December 7, 14:00
Live Broadcast: Ligue 1 Pass

The situation for Nice, owned by INEOS, is dire, with many fans believing the club has been neglected for Manchester United. This sentiment was exacerbated when players and the sporting director faced hostility from upset supporters at their training facility. Jeremie Boga and Terem Moffi were reportedly targeted and have taken sick leave, with some players contemplating exits in January.

Following a dreadful 3-1 defeat at Lorient, which marked their sixth consecutive loss, coach Frank Haise offered his resignation, which was declined. He now faces the challenge of uniting a team that he claims “falls apart at the slightest disturbance.”

Angers, on the other hand, are performing beyond expectations and sit five points above the relegation zone. Coach Alexandre Dujeux has managed to create competitive performances despite a limited budget, with the team losing just two of their last seven matches.

With Nice priced at 1.98 to win, the ongoing turmoil suggests it’s wise to bet against them at this rate.

Napoli vs. Juventus – Hosts to Prevail in a Key Encounter

Match Timing: Sunday, December 7, 19:45
Live Broadcast: TNT Sports

This Sunday’s main event at the Maradona Stadium features two former Italy coaches facing their old teams. Napoli’s Antonio Conte, a former Juventus player and manager, takes on Luciano Spalletti, who led Napoli to their first league title in over three decades last season.

Conte is currently revitalizing Napoli’s title hopes, sitting just behind the leaders on goal difference following a significant win at Roma. The Partenopei remain unbeaten at home this season, with seven wins from ten competitive matches. Last week’s penalty victory over Cagliari in the Coppa Italia further solidified their momentum.

Meanwhile, Spalletti is charting Juventus back toward the top, following failed tenures by previous coaches. Juventus arrives with confidence, having won three straight matches and remaining unbeaten in their last eight.

However, recent history suggests a challenging outing at the Maradona, where Juventus has lost their last six league visits. Although their squad boasts talent, including Kenan Yildiz and Lois Openda, they often fail to maximize their potential.

At odds of 2.56 in the Match Odds market, Napoli is a solid bet for another victory against Juventus. The team has shown resilience and improvement after a previous setback against Bologna.

Recommended Bets

• Bet on Stuttgart +1.0 on the Asian Handicap @ 2.22
• Bet on Napoli to win @ 2.56