Betting Tips for Today

Arsenal’s home record creates almost one-way conditions for this London derby, as the team has been the most dominant home side in the Premier League and has conceded only two goals at the Emirates this season. The slightly lethargic display against Chelsea can be attributed to a brutal run of fixtures, yet long-term metrics and a 17-match unbeaten streak suggest the performance dip is not structural. Rotation should prove beneficial, with Odegaard and Gyökeres potentially returning to restore creativity and finishing quality that were missing at Stamford Bridge. Brentford may thrive at home and Igor Thiago has reached an impressive milestone, but their away record tells the opposite story with five defeats from six trips and a defence that has lacked conviction. A historical struggle at the Emirates, four notable absentees and a poor run of away matches further reduce the visitors’ chances of an upset. Should Thiago not be fully fit, Brentford lose their most reliable attacking solution. The overall balance of form, personnel and venue strongly favours the hosts, and Arsenal are expected to win.

Chelsea showed remarkable resilience and tactical maturity in the draw with Arsenal despite being reduced to ten men after Caicedo’s dismissal. A seven-match unbeaten run across all competitions and excellent away form — five wins and a draw from the last six away fixtures — highlight the team’s growing identity under Maresca. Leeds produced a spirited display against Manchester City, but four consecutive league losses with multiple goals conceded reveal structural defensive issues that could become decisive against Chelsea’s fluid attacking patterns. Although the hosts welcome back several players, the long-term absence of Longstaff and Daniel James limits attacking depth and intensity. Replacing Caicedo opens space for fresh options in midfield, and the pairing of Enzo Fernandez with Santos should provide balance and control. Chelsea have scored in all ten away matches this season, a key factor against a Leeds side that concedes too frequently. With momentum, superior structure and consistent attacking output, the visitors are well-positioned to win.

Interim manager Martin O’Neill has lifted Celtic into significantly stronger form, demonstrated by six wins from his seven matches in charge and a return to close proximity with the league leaders. Celtic Park remains a fortress, with the team unbeaten at home in the league and showing improved stability in midfield control and attacking transitions. Dundee ended their losing streak with a win over St Mirren, but their overall season remains inconsistent and the side has struggled to cope with sustained pressure from stronger opponents. A fully available squad is an advantage for the visitors, yet the gap in individual quality and tactical organisation remains considerable. Celtic may lack a few injured players, but recent performances from Maeda and Engels suggest the attack possesses enough variety to break Dundee’s defensive shape. Historical data and current form point toward Dundee being forced into reactive football rather than controlling phases of play. Strong home momentum and the desire to give O’Neill a winning send-off make Celtic clear favourites.

Real Madrid are experiencing a stretch of league matches without a win, but the underlying performances have not been discouraging — the main issue has been converting chances and maintaining intensity in decisive moments. The returns of Militao and Rüdiger reinforce the defensive structure, while the attack continues to rely on Mbappé, who leads the league with 14 goals from 14 matches. Athletic have been solid at home but struggle with consistency, and a long list of injuries — including the continued absence of Iñaki Williams — limits their ability to threaten in transitions and maintain attacking rhythm. Valverde is missing several key players, which is a significant disadvantage against a technically superior opponent. Real Madrid own the best away record in La Liga and often capitalise on their individual quality and experience in matches of this profile. Introducing Camavinga into midfield should strengthen control, with Bellingham operating behind Vinicius and Mbappé to create sustained pressure. With improved squad availability and motivation to end their winless spell, Real Madrid are well-placed to secure the victory.