Match Previews - Page 8

Newcastle United rebounded impressively last season in the Premier League, finishing fifth and securing a spot in this year’s Champions League group stage.

Bookmakers opened the line with Liverpool favored at -0.75 goals, later adjusting to -1.0, signaling strong confidence in the home side. Squad valuations also underline the difference: Liverpool’s roster stands at €1.12 billion compared to Atletico’s €627 million. Moreover, the Reds have history firmly on their side, having beaten Atletico in all three of their most recent Champions League encounters.

Ajax remain the most decorated club in Dutch football history, boasting 28 Eredivisie titles since the league turned professional in 1956. However, their domestic dominance has waned in recent years.

Bayern Munich returned to the summit of German football last season, collecting 82 points to reclaim the Bundesliga crown for the 34th time in their history.

Paris Saint-Germain have ruled Ligue 1 since the 2012–2013 season, and last year they once again proved their superiority.

Considering both teams’ strength, current form, and home/away performances, Arsenal clearly hold the upper hand. Their stable away performance and higher attacking efficiency suggest they are well-positioned to secure a win on the road, while Bilbao’s recent struggles in attack make them vulnerable.

In terms of head-to-head record, the two teams have never faced each other, making this a fresh encounter. According to official betting data, Real Madrid are given a clear advantage, reflecting confidence in their ability to control the match. Considering their home form, offensive firepower, and European pedigree, Real Madrid are strongly favored to secure a convincing victory in this clash.

In contrast, Villarreal, despite their respectable start in La Liga, lost 0-2 away to Atletico Madrid in their most recent match and drew 1-1 against Celta in the previous round, highlighting concerns about their away performance. Considering Tottenham’s current form, home advantage, and stronger squad depth, Spurs are favored to secure a victory on their turf.

Real Sociedad has had a disappointing start to the season, collecting only 2 draws and 1 loss in the first three league rounds. Their attack has been inefficient, and defensive vulnerabilities have also been exposed. Reviewing their last 10 matches across all competitions, the team has recorded 3 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses, indicating a low win rate and a high number of draws.

Currently, Juventus tops the league standings with 6 points, while Inter Milan sits 6th with 3 points. Both teams display top-level performance in terms of attacking and defensive statistics.

Currently, Fiorentina sits 12th in the league standings with 2 points, while Napoli ranks 2nd with 6 points. In terms of recent form, Fiorentina has collected 2 wins and 3 draws in their last five official matches, including a 0-0 away draw against Torino in the most recent league round.