#League Two

ARSENAL have recalled Arthur Okonkwo from Crewe and instantly sent him back out on loan to Sturm Graz. The 21-year-old goalkeeper joined the Gunners academy and has risen through the ranks. He was sent out to the League Two club to get first-team experience in the summer but his displays have now earned him a move to the Austrian giants. He kept 10…

While most of the world is debating whether or not Arsenal should be considered favourites to lift the Premier League trophy, there are fans of Football League clubs that are salivating at the prospect of earning a massive transfer fee from one of their emerging talents. After all, while many clubs lower down the pyramid would ideally like to hold…

The transfer window is open, so there's a fresh wave of optimism for clubs hoping to attract players to achieve their pre-season targets or stave off relegation. After a weekend of FA Cup drama that saw Championship Coventry lose to National League Wrexham and League One Sheffield Wednesday knock out Premier League high-flyers Newcastle, the clubs…

Aston Villa to win 2-1 against Leeds- 9/1! At 9/1, a £10 bet would return £100! bet365 Sports 2 Goals Ahead Early Payout Offer Who's decent run of recent form will continue in this Friday night clash? Aston Villa have taken ten points from five Premier League matches under Unai Emery, memorably recording victories over Manchester United and…

MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly admitted they overpaid for Antony in the summer. The deal put him fourth on the list of the Premier League's most expensive players behind Jack Grealish, Romelu Lukaku and Paul Pogba. He hit the ground running with goals in each of his first three league matches. But since then he has managed just two goals and…

Aston Villa welcome Leeds United to Villa Park on Friday (kick-off, 8pm) and the home side will be looking to continue their improvement under Unai Emery. Results may have been mixed in the Spaniard's seven matches in charge - especially the FA Cup third-round defeat by League Two side Stevenage. But top-flight victories at home to Manchester…

Both Nottingham Forest and Leicester City have 17 points each as they prepare to lock horns in English Premier League action on Saturday. Nottingham Forest beat Wolverhampton Wanderers on penalties on Wednesday to progress to the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup. Willy Boly gave them the lead in the 18th minute before Raul Jimenez restored parity for…

Leeds travel to Aston Villa looking to pull clear of the Premier League relegation zone. Jesse Marsch's team have failed to win in their last four games and find themselves sitting just two points above the drop zone as the season hits the midway point. Leeds must resolve their twin issues of being poor travellers and conceding too many goals if…

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery will be expecting a reaction from his players Free football tips, best bets and analysis for Aston Villa v Leeds in the Premier League on Friday. Sky Sports Main Event & Premier League, 8pm Friday Aston Villa 2pts 19-20 bet365 Paddy Power are giving away free bets to new and existing customers and all you need is an…

After a unique and in many ways extremely encouraging 2022, the Dutch men's and women's teams can look forward to a testing 2023. For the men, the year begins with a visit to Zimbabwe and South Africa in late March, where they will complete their Super League programme with three matches against the former and two against the Proteas. Their biggest…

IMAGO/News Images The Villans are licking their wounds after a shocking FA Cup loss. Leeds United haven't won a Premier League game in over two months. Aston Villa are looking for their first EPL win over Leeds in Birmingham since 2004. If you're looking for the latest Premier League predictions and odds for Aston Villa vs Leeds, look no further…

Newcastle and Leicester face off on Tuesday night with a place in the Carabao Cup semi-finals up for grabs. Eddie Howe will be demanding a response from his side after their poor 2-1 defeat at Sheffield Wednesday in the FA Cup on Saturday. It was Newcastle's second defeat all season as the Toon, who are third in the Premier League, look to bounce…

7:30pm: Wrexham v Bromley - Wrexham -1 7:45pm: Bradford v Rochdale - Bradford to Win 8pm: Inter v Parma - Inter -2 8:45pm: Varzim v Benfica - Benfica -1 *An acca with these bets pays at approximately 15/1 with Paddy Power. After the weekend's FA Cup action, we're turning our attention to Tuesday night's games - and first up is Wrexham v Bromley in…

In one EFL Cup quarterfinal we'll have Newcastle battling it out against Leicester City with the winner moving forward in the tournament. WagerTalk soccer handicapper Nick Borrman breaks down the this Newcastle vs Leicester City match taking place in St. James Park in Newcastle. First time at WagerTalk? Get your first daily picks package for ONLY…

In our betting week in review, it was an excellent third round in the FA Cup for bookmakers, with several giant killings, including a historic Stevenage Borough win against Premier League club Aston Villa. Draws are always good news for operators who will have enjoyed the stalemates involving Liverpool and Leeds United. For many fans, the Third…

STEVENAGE gambled by slating Aston Villa's Philippe Coutinho on social media - minutes BEFORE their incredible last-gasp FA Cup giant-killing. The League Two side taunted the ex- Liverpool and Barcelona playmaker online when he was taken off as Premier League Villa led 1-0. Fans waded in to warn the "embarrassing tweet" could backfire - but instead…

THE FA Cup fourth round draw has thrown up some mouth-watering fixtures! Should Arsenal defeat Oxford on Monday night, then it is a huge trip to Manchester City - who have thrashed Chelsea 4-0. While Manchester United will host former star Paul Ince's Reading and Tottenham travel to Preston North End. FA Cup fourth round ties taking place Jan…

Steve Evans accused Aston Villa of running scared after his Stevenage side produced one of the great FA Cup upsets to embarrass the Premier League club. Morgan Sanson's first-half goal looked to have sent Villa into the fourth round before Stevenage, who are second in League Two, scored twice in the final two minutes through substitutes Jamie Reid…

Aston Villa to win 3-0 against Stevenage- 11/2! At 11/2, a £10 bet would return £65! Bet £10 Get £60 in Bonuses New UK customers only. Register (excl. 09/04/22). Register using the promo code BETFRED60, deposit and place first bet of £10+ on Sports (cumulative Evens+) within 7 days of registration. First bet must be on Sports. £20 in Free Bets to…

Hartlepool United vs Stoke City Hartlepool to win 2-1 against Stoke- 18/1! At 18/1, a £10 bet would return £190! Hartlepool United vs Stoke City January 08, 2023 2:00 pm GMT There's always a few upsets on FA Cup third round weekend, so could one of them come in this tie in County Durham? Stoke City reached their one and only FA Cup Final in 2011,…

The FA Cup third round continues on Sunday with more potential'Cupsets'. The oldest knockout cup football tournament will feature some giants of English football in action. It will also feature several lower-league teams attempting to knock out a Premier League club. Consider these picks for the FA Cup third round on Sunday. We hope you enjoy this…

12:30pm: Bristol City v Swanse a - The Draw 12:30pm: Derby v Barnsley - Over 2.5 Goals 2pm: Norwich v Blackburn - Blackburn (+1) 2pm: Aston Villa v Stevenage - Both Teams to Score *An acca with these bets pays at approximately 27/1 with Paddy Power. . The FA Cup Third Round roadshow rubles on all throughout Sunday and we've rounded up some best…

With the Premier League side in strong scoring form there should be interest in backing them to rack up the goals this weekend Aston Villa welcome Stevenage Town to Villa Park on Sunday afternoon in the third round of the FA Cup, as Unai Emery's men aim to continue their unbeaten start to 2023. The Birmingham outfit have taken four points from…

Can Stevenage pull off an FA Cup third-round giant-killing against Premier League side Aston Villa? Aston Villa manager Unai Emery will hope to avoid a shock result at Villa Park on Sunday, as League Two Stevenage make their way to Birmingham. Aston Villa go into the third round of the cup on a two-game unbeaten streak in the Premier League. Since…

Our writers discuss this weekend's FA Cup third-round prospects, as Chelsea clash with Man City for the second time this week, while Emile Smith Rowe provides a welcome boost to Arsenal's attacking options. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Kai Havertz adorned the matchday programme for Chelsea's Premier League clash with…

Aston Villa will welcome Stevenage to Villa Park in the third round of the FA Cup on Sunday (January 8). The hosts are coming off a 1-1 draw against Wolves at the same ground in the Premier League in midweek. Daniel Podence put the visitors ahead in the 12th minute before Danny Ings came off the bench to level matters 12 minutes from…

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Our expert backs Jamie Vardy to score in a Leicester City win in their FA Cup third-round tie away to Gillingham on Saturday Leicester City will be hoping to end a run of three consecutive defeats when they travel to League Two side Gillingham in the FA Cup third round on Saturday (kick-off, 12.30pm). The Foxes have scored just once in the Premier…

0.5pts Carl Piergianni anytime goalscorer at 22/1 (SBK) Aston Villa will have considered themselves very lucky to grab a point in Unai Emery's first taste of a West Midlands derby in the Premier League on Wednesday. Wolves stopper Jose Sa slipped at the crucial moment, leaving the goal gaping for Danny Ings who dispatched Villa's equaliser, meaning…

Heading into Friday night's game at the Denver Nuggets, the Cleveland Cavaliers are seeking their fourth straight win, and what would be their third this week. Cleveland has had two comeback victories thus far this week and to begin the new year, with the first by way of a volcanic eruption from Donovan Mitchell on Monday night against the Chicago…

The EFL's bottom club host the 2021 FA Cup winners Leicester on Saturday lunchtime in one of the standout fixtures of this weekend's FA Cup third round. And talkSPORT have partnered with William Hill to offer unbelievable odds of EVENS, up from 1/3, for Leicester to score a first half goal, which you can add straight into your bet…

Leicester travel to League Two side Gillingham for their FA Cup third-round clash on Saturday, with both sides looking to find some form. The Foxes have lost their three Premier League games since domestic action returned after the World Cup, with Newcastle, Liverpool and Fulham getting the better of Brendan Rodgers's side. Leicester are 13th in…

We know someone will spring a surprise on FA Cup third-round weekend, but who will be the victims this time? BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton has made his predictions for all 32 ties - including a'derby' between two of his former clubs - and given his verdict on who will make it into round four. For selected matches, including the BBC's…

Thursday is another great day of football across Europe and Asia. The holiday period has been fantastic for football fans and Thursday will provide another set of great games. Our football writers have picked out five matches for a five-fold acca. This five-fold acca will feature games from the Premier League, Portugal, Turkey, and the Middle East.…

Free football tips, bets and analysis for this weekend's FA Cup, EFL and European action. Blackburn to beat Norwich 2pm Sunday 2pts 3-1 general Doncaster draw no bet v Leyton Orient 3pm Saturday 1pt 14-5 Betfair, Paddy Power Karim Benzema to be first goalscorer v Villarreal 3.15pm Saturday 2pts 100-30 bet365 Paddy Power are giving away free bets to…

Gillingham will host Leicester City at the Priestfield Stadium on Saturday (January 7) in the third round of the FA Cup. The hosts have endured a poor league campaign, struggling to adapt to life in League Two and finding themselves in the drop zone. Gillingham lost 1-0 to second-placed Stevenage in their last game and could have no complaints…

Leyton Orient vs Doncaster Rovers Leyton Orient to win 3-0 - 12/1 A £10 bet returns £120! Bet £10 Get £60 in Bonuses New UK customers only. Register (excl. 09/04/22). Register using the promo code BETFRED60, deposit and place first bet of £10+ on Sports (cumulative Evens+) within 7 days of registration. First bet must be on Sports. £20 in Free Bets…

On Wednesday, the Cleveland Cavaliers will be looking to follow up an action-packed, comeback victory from Monday night in overtime against the Chicago Bulls in their next game versus the Phoenix Suns at home. On Monday night, Donovan Mitchell had a ridiculous 71-point performance, on 22-of-34 shooting, and 55 of his points came in the second half…

1pt Youri Tielemans anytime goalscorer at 16/5 (Betfair Sportsbook, Paddy Power) An illustrious competition, renowned for captivating the imagination, the FA Cup did not disappoint last season as upsets were rife. In eight of the 32 games, lower league sides prevailed. National League North's Kidderminster Harriers win over Reading some four…

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Free football tips, best bets and analysis for Sunday's EFL matches. Kick-offs 3pm Sunday Sunderland 2pts 29-20 bet365, Coral, Ladbrokes Charlton or draw double chance 2pts 5-6 Betfair, BoyleSports, Power Plymouth 2pts 20-23 Coral Tranmere 2pts 7-5 bet365, BoyleSports Paddy Power are giving away free bets to new and existing customers and all you…

Blackpool v Sunderland - Sunderland to Win Oxford v Exeter - Over 2.5 Goals Plymouth v MK Dons - Plymouth to Win & Over 1.5 Goals Grimsby v Stockport - Stockport to Win *An acca with these bets pays at approximately 19/1 with Paddy Power. We'll get the ball rolling in The Championship where Blackpool and Sunderland meet for a 23rd v 4th clash. The…

CRISTIANO RONALDO has completed his move to Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr, according to reports. Reports in Saudi have claimed the Portugal star has now signed a two-year deal after leaving Manchester United on a free transfer. Meanwhile, Real Madrid are prioritising the signing of Jude Bellingham in 2023, it's been reported. The England star has…

The Los Angeles Dodgers will look to finish a four-game sweep of the San Francisco Giants MLB odds series, which includes our Dodgers-Giants prediction and pick we have laid out below. The Los Angeles Dodgers own baseball's best record at 71-33, and a commanding 11.5 game lead in the NL West. This super team is the envy of the National League, and…

Newport County vs Leyton Orient Leyton Orient to win 2-0 - 10/1 A £10 bet returns £100! Bet £10 Get £60 in Bonuses New UK customers only. Register (excl. 09/04/22). Register using the promo code BETFRED60, deposit and place first bet of £10+ on Sports (cumulative Evens+) within 7 days of registration. First bet must be on Sports. £20 in Free Bets…

Free football tips, best bets and analysis for Friday's EFL matches. Friday's four Championship matches Live on Sky Sports Red Button, 7.45pm Swansea to beat Watford 7.45pm Friday 2pts 13-10 general Derby to win & under 3.5 goals v Cambridge 7.45pm Friday 1pts 11-10 BoyleSports Stevenage win to nil v Crawley 7.45pm Friday 1pt 7-5 Coral Paddy…

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