UEFA Euro 2020 quarterfinal picks July 2-3: Europe’s elite 8 aim for semifinal qualification

The UEFA Euro 2020 quarterfinal games kick on on Friday, July 2, and finish up a day later on Saturday, July 3. Just eight teams remain in the Euro 2020 tournament and four teams will punch their tickets to the semifinals.

The round of 16 had a number of shock results. France were defeated on penalties by Switzerland in the game of the tournament thus far. England defeated Germany 2-0 to claim their first win over the Germans since 1966. The Czech Republic posted a 2-0 win over the Netherlands sending the Dutch crashing out of the competition.

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Euro 2020 picks June 22: England aim to top Group D versus Czech Republic

The Euro 2020 tournament is nearing the knockout stage. Before we get to the elimination rounds, however, the teams must play their final group stage matchdays.

On Tuesday, June 22, England and the Czech Republic will meet at Wembley Stadium with first place in Group D on the line. Meanwhile, playing simultaneously, Scotland play Croatia at Hampden Park in Glasgow.

The winner could finish second or third in the group, thus qualifying for the knockout stage. ...

Euro 2020 picks June 16: Italy face Switzerland in Group A with progression to next round in sight

The Euro 2020 tournament moves into the second set of group stage games on Wednesday, June 16. The tournament is off to a great start and Group A’s Italy will fancy their chances of claiming three more points when they face off with Switzerland.

Three matches will be played on Wednesday in the Euro 2020 tournament. Italy will host Switzerland in Rome, but before their fixture, Russia will play Finland and Turkey will face off with Wales.

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Copa America 2021: Brazil favorites to win South American soccer showdown

The Copa America will kick off on Sunday, July 13 in Brazil after the tournament’s move from the previous host country Argentina. Although the host country has changed — give Brazil a major advantage — the Copa America will still bring together the best teams and players in South American soccer.

The Copa America is the world’s oldest international football tournament and will see 10 South American nations — Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela, Paraguay, Uruguay, Chile, and Bolivia — battling for the prestigious trophy.

The tournament is very similar to the European Championship (which we previewed earlier this week) ...

Europa League Final and Champions League Final picks

The Europa League and Champions League Finals are set for this week. Both tournaments will crown a winner as major trophies are handed out in Europe’s two biggest club football competitions.

Chelsea will meet fellow Premier League team Manchester City in the Champions League Final on Saturday, May 29. Before that final can take place, Manchester United will travel to Gdansk, Poland to face off with Spain’s Villarreal in the Europa League Final. The Europa League Final will be played on Wednesday, May 26.

Europa League Final: Villarreal +350 vs. Manchester United -118

Manchester United are favourites to lift ...

Premier League matchday 37 picks for May 16: EPL season heading to its climax

The Premier League is headed to its climax. The season has just two matchdays left with a lot still up for grabs. Premier League matchday 37 will see a number of games having impacts on European qualification.

The Premier League title has already been decided as Manchester City won the trophy this week. It was a slightly disappointing way to win it as the Cityzens won the trophy thanks to Manchester United’s Tuesday night 2-1 loss to Leicester City. This week, let’s look at Premier League matchday 37 picks for May 16.

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Premier League matchday 35 picks for May 9: Manchester United and Aston Villa to meet at Villa Park

Premier League matchday 35 will put up some intriguing matches with just four gamedays left to play this term.

The Premier League title could be decided this weekend with Manchester City playing at home against Chelsea. A win for Manchester City and they would reclaim the Premier League title A loss or draw and the title race would still be open as long as Manchester United defeat Aston Villa on Sunday.

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FA Cup semifinal picks for April 17-18: The FA Cup’s Final Four

The FA Cup is down to its final four participants. This weekend, the FA Cup semifinal will take place with four teams seeking to book their places in the final. Unfortunately for those four teams, only two places in the final are available.

The FA Cup semifinal will feature Manchester City and Chelsea on Saturday and Leicester City versus Southampton on Sunday. Let us take a look at the two semifinals and the odds for each team to win the FA Cup Final.

Who will win the FA Cup?

Manchester City go into the semifinals as the FA ...

Premier League matchday 31 picks for April 10-11: Tottenham Hotspur host Manchester United in top-six clash

Premier League matchday 31 features a massive top-six clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United. The fixture will have direct implications on the league title.

Manchester United are chasing rivals Manchester City and currently sit 14 points back of first place. Manchester City need a mere 11 points to seal the Premier League title. If Manchester United slip up, while Manchester City continue to win, then Pep Guardiola’s Cityzens will need fewer points to clinch another league trophy.

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Premier League matchday 30 picks for April 4: Can Manchester United stay hot versus Brighton?

The Premier League season is nearing its climax and Sunday’s games will have a direct effect on which teams stay in the league, get relegated, and make Europe.

Four games will take place on Sunday afternoon and a lot is on the line. The pick of the litter could be the Aston Villa versus Fulham match. Aston Villa are chasing a European qualification place while Fulham are just two points back from relegation safety. In all, Premier League matchday 30 should be an outstanding day.

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Premier League matchday 29 picks for March 13-15: North London Derby highlights action-filled weekend

English Premier League matchday 29 features the latest edition of the North London Derby between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur.

Both teams are on the outside looking in at the top six. A win for either London club would give them renewed hope of finishing in the league’s top four. The North London Derby will be just one of the games over the course of a four-day-long stretch of Premier League games. Let’s take a look at four three being played on Premier League matchday 29 weekend and use the Soccer Buddy Tool to do it.

Fulham vs. Manchester City

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Premier League matchday 28 picks for March 7: Manchester City host Manchester United with title in sight

Premier League matchday 28 will be headlined by the latest edition of the Manchester Derby as Manchester City and Manchester United play at the Etihad Stadium.

The match will be the third meeting of the campaign between the archrivals in all competitions. The clubs drew their first derby in the league in a bore nil-nil draw. However, their second meeting in the Carabao Cup semifinal saw Manchester City dominate the game and win 2-0 to advance to the tournament’s final.

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Will Liverpool Finish In The Champions League Positions?

The 2020/21 Premier League season is 65 percent completed and Manchester City look nailed on to secure their fifth Premier League title. Defending champions Liverpool look a shell of their former selves and face the prospect of not even qualifying for the UEFA Champions League.

Liverpool began their title defence strongly. Disregard the freak 7-2 defeat away at Aston Villa on the fourth game of the season and Jurgen Klopp’s men looked set to mount another title charge. Fast forward to Christmas and it is fair to say the wheels have fallen off the Reds.

The current Premier League ...

Premier League matchday 26 picks February 28: Chelsea and Man United headline weekend of action

Premier League matchday 26 will see Chelsea and Manchester United headline a great day of football in England’s top flight.

The two archrivals are fighting it out in the league’s top five with Chelsea chasing Manchester United. The Blues are fifth in the league and unbeaten since Thomas Tuchel took over the reins as manager. Manchester United are winless in four of their last six league games and now 10 points off the pace for the title. It is a massive three points up for grabs.

Premier League matchday 26 will also see Liverpool visit Sheffield United. ...

Premier League picks February 13: Manchester City seek another big step toward title versus Tottenham Hotspur

The Premier League moves into matchday 24 with the title picture coming more into picture. After starting the campaign slowly, Manchester City are five points ahead of Manchester United in the title race.

The Cityzens have a massive test this weekend against Tottenham Hotspur. Manchester City lost to Tottenham Hotspur when the teams met earlier this season. Spurs dominated the fixture, winning 2-0.

Manchester City are favorites to win the Premier League. However, a loss to Spurs would open up the title race to Manchester United, Leicester City, and perhaps Liverpool. ...

Copa Libertadores Final pick January 30: The biggest prize in South American football

On Saturday night, the biggest prize in South American football will be handed out as the Copa Libertadores Final is played in Rio de Janeiro.

The game is the delayed 2020 final which was pushed back due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s match will feature two Brazilian teams, Palmeiras and Santos. The Copa Libertadores has been dominated by Brazilian clubs over the last 10 seasons so it is only fitting that two clubs from the country will compete on Saturday.

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