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Birmingham vs Exeter - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: England - League One

Birmingham City has been making waves in League One this season, showcasing a blend of experienced and promising talent. Key players like Lukas Jutkiewicz and Alfie May have been instrumental in their attack, while defenders such as Dion Sanderson and Krystian Bielik have fortified their backline. Midfielders like Seung-ho Paik and Taylor Gardner-Hickman have been pivotal in controlling the tempo of the game. The team's depth and versatility have been crucial in their pursuit of promotion, making them a formidable force in the league.

Exeter City's coach, Gary Caldwell, has been making a notable impact since taking charge. His leadership has seen the team achieve impressive results. Caldwell's ability to motivate and get the best out of his players has been evident in their performances this season. Among the latest key players for Exeter are goalkeeper Joe Whitworth, defenders Tristan Crama and Jack McMillan, and midfielders Ilmari Niskanen and Demetri Mitchell. These players have been crucial in maintaining the team's competitive edge in League One.



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Arsenal vs Aston Villa - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: England - Premier League

For this meeting, Arsenal still cannot count on the essential Saka. He remains in the infirmary just like the starting defender White, the substitute Tomiyasu and the young Nwaneri. Little in sight since his arrival at the Gunners, Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus (3 goals in PL) had found some color in recent weeks but he suffered a serious injury against Manchester United. Summer recruit Calafiori is doubtful. German international Havertz (7 goals and 2 assists in PL) should start up front. The other attackers Martinelli (5 goals and 2 assists in PL) and Trossard (3 goals and 2 assists in PL) are also available.

Aston Villa remains without the important attacking midfielder McGinn, and potentially starting defenders Pau Torres and Diego Carlos are not insured. Affected in the Cup, the short-lived Niçois Ross Barkley (3 goals this season in the Premier League) is also not making the trip, just like the new arrival Malen, who has just signed from Dortmund. The good news comes from the returns from suspension of influential attackers Rogers (6 goals and 3 assists in PL) and Duran (7 goals in PL). On the attacking front, we should find the English international Watkins (8 goals and 4 assists in the PL).

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West Ham vs Crystal Palace - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: England - Premier League

West Ham must obviously do without striker Antonio, who is recovering from a road accident. Furthermore, the essential Bowen (5 goals and 4 assists in PL) and the potentially starting central defender Todibo remain in the infirmary, joined by Fullkrug (2 goals and 1 assist in 9 PL matches), already bothered by an injury during the first part of the season. The important Summerville (left winger, affected in the Cup) and Emerson (left side, absent from the last two matches) are uncertain. The German international found the net during the last championship match. Executives Paqueta (3 goals in PL) and Kudus (3 goals in PL) should start. The Crystal Palace coach records the withdrawals of important midfielders Wharton as well as long-term absentees Matheus França and Holding. Return, however, of Matt Hugues in the middle.

Up front, we should find the Frenchman Mateta (5 goals in PL) who has been Crystal Palace's best scorer since the start of the championship. Sick and on the bench last weekend, he has recovered and should start this time. Ditto for defenders Mitchell and Lacroix. In support, the influential Eze (2 goals and 3 assists in PL) and Sarr (4 goals and 2 assists in PL) should take their place. Holder in defense and valuable in the first part of the season (3 goals), Trevor Chalobah was recalled from his loan by Chelsea.

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Lens vs PSG - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: France - Ligue 1

RC Lens, deprived of European competition this season after having played in the Champions League last year, hopes to play again on the continental scene. To do this, he will have to finish in the top 6 of Ligue 1, which he is hot on his heels. The Sang et Or, 7th, have posted up-to-date results. Hanging against Auxerre 2-2 at the end of the year, they were then defeated on their lawn by Toulouse 0-1 to open 2025 but made up for it last weekend, taking the three points at Le Havre 1-2 . Lens did not play in the middle of the week in the Coupe de France, having been eliminated in the 32nd finals by their opponent of the day.

PSG is going through a prolific period. In parallel with its coronation in the Champions Trophy at the start of the year against Monaco 1-0 , the capital club is still in the race in the Coupe de France, a table in which it faced the amateur club Espaly National 3 on Wednesday in 16th finals. As for his career in Ligue 1, the three-time reigning French champion undoubtedly dominates the debates. He is the logical leader with 7 points ahead of Marseille after his victory on Sunday against Saint-Etienne 2-1, the Parisians' third in a row in the Championship. 

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Lyon vs Toulouse - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: France - Ligue 1

Olympique Lyonnais is coming out of an unfortunate outcome in the Coupe de France, eliminated on penalties on Wednesday by the resident of National 3 5th division, Bourgoin Jallieu 2-2, 4-2 on the tabs. In Ligue 1, a reaction is expected for the 6th in the ranking, distanced from the podium by three points. Its balance sheet could have been better if the Rhone club had not fallen to Brest 2-1 last weekend . Punished for his poor start to the match, he was unable to pick up the score, a week after having barely dominated Montpellier 1-0 . OL have shown good consistency on their home turf, where they remain unbeaten in five matches in the Championship, 4 wins, 1 draw.

 Opposite, Toulouse, 8th in Ligue 1, four points behind Lyon, prepared for this trip by hosting Laval Ligue 2 on Wednesday in the Coupe de France. Having made a good start, the Pink City club qualified 2-1 with a one-goal margin. As for its course in the Championship, the TFC also started the new year with a victory, on the lawn of Lens 0-1 with a short header, and followed by a setback, then on its lawn against Strasbourg 1 -2 Sunday. The Violets are closer to the places for Europe than to the bottom of the ranking although they have lost half of their trips 4/8. 

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Rennes vs Brest - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: France - Ligue 1

Rennes sealed the year 2024 with two victories, in Ligue 1 against Angers 2-0 and at Bordeaux 1-4 in the Coupe de France. However, the Rouge et Noir opened the 2025 chapter very poorly. Jorge Sampaoli's team fell to Nice 3-2 and on home soil to Marseille 1-2 in Ligue 1. It remains very poorly ranked in this exercise. Its 14th position, just one point from the virtual barrier, makes Stade Rennais a major player in the fight to maintain its position.

On Wednesday, he hoped to bounce back in the round of 16 of the Coupe de France in Troyes. Stade Brestois are 11th in Ligue 1 at mid-term, with 22 points and an unfortunate tendency to scuttle themselves on the road, one win, 7 losses. The last trip of SB29, then to Angers at the beginning of January, ended in another 2-0 failure . In the process, the Brestois were stronger than Lyon 2-1 last weekend and could start a good dynamic on Wednesday against Nantes, in the round of 16 of the Coupe de France. 

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Clermont vs Laval - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: France - Ligue 2

The probable lineup for Clermont - Laval:Clermont: Ndiaye - Konaté, Da Silva, Jacquet, Diallo - Gastien, Keita, Magnin - Bassouamina, Baaloudj, Douane.Laval: Samassa - Vargas, Kouassi, Tavares, Kokolo, Cherni - Camara , Sanna, Roye, Sellouki - Tchokounté.



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Bayern Munich vs Wolfsburg - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: Germany - Bundesliga

Bayern Munich continues to be a dominant force in the Bundesliga, showcasing a blend of experienced veterans and promising young talents. Key players like Manuel Neuer, Joshua Kimmich, and Thomas Müller bring leadership and skill to the team, while rising stars such as Jamal Musiala and Mathys Tel add fresh energy and potential. The club's forward line is particularly impressive, with Harry Kane leading the attack and supported by the likes of Serge Gnabry and Leroy Sané. Bayern's midfield is equally strong, featuring the likes of Leon Goretzka and João Palhinha, ensuring a well-rounded and formidable squad. With such a talented roster, Bayern Munich remains a favorite to challenge for the Bundesliga title once again.

Wolfsburg has been making waves under the guidance of coach Ralph Hasenhüttl, who continues to impress with his tactical acumen. Recently, Jonas Wind has been a standout player, making significant impacts off the bench with his scoring prowess. Mohamed Amoura and Tiago Tomás have also been in fine form, contributing crucial goals in recent matches. The team's depth and resilience have been key factors in their recent successes, showcasing the talent and determination of the squad.



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Bochum vs RB Leipzig - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: Germany - Bundesliga

Bochum, a bustling city in Germany's Ruhr region, proudly hosts VfL Bochum in the Bundesliga. This team has become known for its mixture of seasoned professionals and rising stars. Noteworthy players include goalkeeper Patrick Drewes and defensive midfielder Ibrahima Sissoko, both of whom bring significant strength to the squad. Young talents such as Tim Oermann and Samuel Bamba are also making their mark, promising a bright future for the team. Playing at the iconic Vonovia Ruhrstadion, Bochum enjoys the fervent support of their passionate fans.

RB Leipzig has been navigating a season of highs and lows under the guidance of their coach, Marco Rose. While there have been moments of brilliance, the team has struggled with consistency, particularly in their defensive play. Nonetheless, Rose's experience and tactical acumen remain a valuable asset for the team.

On the player front, the squad has been bolstered by the return of Xavi Simons, who made an immediate impact. New signings like Ridle Baku have also added depth and versatility to the team. Key attackers Benjamin Sesko and Lois Openda continue to be pivotal in Leipzig's offensive efforts, showcasing their potential to lead the team forward.



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Holstein Kiel vs Hoffenheim - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: Germany - Bundesliga

While playing for the first time in its history at the highest level of German football, Holstein Kiel has faced the reality of the demands of this championship. Unable to respond during the first half of the season, this team fell considerably behind in the race to maintain itself by finding itself stuck in the red zone, in 17th position. However, things seem to be going a little better for the Storks for some time now. After crushing Augsburg before the holidays 5-1 , they almost made an incredible comeback against Friborg 3-2 last weekend. Finally, on Tuesday evening, the promoted side regained hope by inflicting a severe defeat on Borussia Dortmund 4-2. Thanks to this success, they returned to just 3 points from the first non-relegation place.

Hoffenheim, for its part, is also going through quite difficult times this season. This team will have to seriously roll up their sleeves in the coming months to maintain their place among the elite. Indeed, with 14 points on the clock, they are only in 15th place in the standings before traveling to Bayern Munich on Wednesday evening. Before that, TSG had only won one victory in 9 days and were left with 2 straight defeats against Borussia Mönchengladbach 1-2 and Wolfsburg 0-1 last week.

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Atalanta vs Napoli - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: Italy - Serie A

During the previous financial year, Atalanta wrote the most beautiful page in its history by winning the Europa League. This season, the Dea confirms and joins the fight for the Scudetto. Gian Piero Gasperini's men are today in 3rd place in Serie A with 4 points out of 1st place. Confidently, they have not lost any of their last 15 league matches, 11 wins and 4 draws, but the recent dynamic is less flourishing. Indeed, the Bergamo-based team shared the points with Lazio 1-1, Udinese 0-0 and Juventus this week 1-1. Earlier this month, Atalanta lost to Inter in the Italian Super Cup semi-finals 0-2. 13th in the Champions League, Dea can still hope to qualify directly for the round of 16.

 Italian champion in 2023 but on the street last year, Naples is playing the leading roles again this season. Antonio Conte's men take the lead in Serie A with a 4-point lead over their closest pursuer. In a great dynamic, they have only conceded one setback in the last 9 days, for 7 victories and 1 draw. After being surprised at home by Lazio 0-1, Napoli took turns over Udinese 1-3 , Genoa 1-2, Venice 1-0, Fiorentina 0-3 and Hellas Verona last weekend 2-0. Deprived of the European Cup this season, Naples has the clear advantage of being able to focus on the championship, unlike its direct competitors.

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Bologna vs Monza - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: Italy - Serie A

Nice surprise from the previous year, Bologna continues to look good despite the departure of its coach Thiago Motta last summer. The Rossoblu now occupy 7th place in Serie A with 2 games less and 7 points behind 4th. At the end of December, they ended a good series of 4 games without a loss, 3 wins and 1 draw, by being surprised at home by Hellas Verona 2-3. For their return to the field, Vincenzo Italiano's men failed to restart the machine last weekend. Despite the support of their fans, they shared the points with Roma following a penalty conceded after added time 2-2. Only 33rd in the Champions League, Bologna is almost eliminated.

Not expected to be in such difficulty this season, Monza is quite simply last in Serie A and concedes 6 units of expenditure on the first non-relegation team. The poor results led to the dismissal of coach Alessandro Nesta at the end of December. Under the orders of Salvatore Bocchetti, Daniel Maldini's teammates started with losses against Parma 2-1 and Cagliari 1-2 . On the other hand, they regained a little confidence last Monday by taking over Fiorentina 2-1. This result ended a terrible run of 11 games without winning in the league, 3 draws and 8 defeats.

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Juventus vs AC Milan - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: Italy - Serie A

With the arrival on the bench of Thiago Motta last summer, Juventus had big ambitions. Unfortunately, the Old Lady is already out of the race for the Scudetto and will have to be content to fight to qualify for the Champions League. The Bianconeri are currently 5th in Serie A and are 2 points behind 4th place. Still undefeated with 7 wins and 13 draws, they however let precious points slip away very regularly. After struggling to win at bottom side Monza 1-2, Juventus failed to beat Fiorentina 2-2, Torino 1-1 and Atalanta this week 1-1. Present in Saudi Arabia to compete in the Italian Super Cup at the beginning of January, Kephren Thuram's teammates lost against AC Milan in the semi-finals 1-2. 14th in the Champions League, they will have to work hard to reach the round of 16 directly.

 Accustomed to appearing in the Top 4 of Serie A, AC Milan is behind on its progress this season. The Lombard team now occupies 7th place in the standings with one game less and 3 points behind their opponent of the day. The inconsistent results pushed the leaders to fire coach Paulo Fonseca at the end of December. Under the leadership of Sergio Conceiçao, the Rossoneri made their mark at the start of the month by winning the Italian Super Cup following victories against Juventus 2-1 and Inter 3-2. Subsequently, they returned to the championship by drawing against Cagliari 1-1 and winning at Como this week 1-2. In the Champions League, AC Milan is currently 12th and remains in the race to go directly to the round of 16.

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Annan vs Inverness - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: Scotland - League One

Annan Athletic has been steadily making an impression in League One with their dynamic squad. The team currently includes experienced goalkeepers Jamie Smith and Greg Fleming, alongside defenders like Rhys Breen and Gallagher Lennon. Midfielders Josh Dixon and Paul McGowan provide a solid backbone, while recent additions such as Harrison Wood and Malik Zaid have added fresh energy and versatility to the lineup. With this blend of seasoned players and emerging talents, Annan Athletic is well-equipped to leave a significant mark in the league.

Inverness Caledonian Thistle's coach has been doing an impressive job, guiding the team with skill and dedication. The squad features a blend of promising talents and seasoned players, including goalkeepers Musa Dibaga and Szymon Rebilas, defenders like Danny Devine and Matthew Strachan, and midfielders such as Adam Mackinnon and Calum Mackay. Recent signings Alfie Stewart and Alfie Bavidge have brought fresh energy to the team, with Stewart showcasing his midfield prowess and Bavidge making an impact as a center-forward. The coach's leadership and the players' performances have been key to the team's progress in League One.



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Betis vs Alaves - Saturday, 18 January 2025

league: Spain - LaLiga

Real Betis has been making waves in LaLiga with their recent signings. The club has brought in several exciting talents, including Lo Celso from Spurs, Vitor Roque on loan from FC Barcelona, and Natan from Napoli. These new additions are expected to bolster the squad and contribute to the team's performance in the league. With a mix of experienced players and promising newcomers, Real Betis is looking to make a strong impact in LaLiga this season.

Under the guidance of coach Luis García Plaza, Deportivo Alavés has been making significant progress this season. Plaza's leadership has been crucial in shaping the team's tactical approach and fostering a strong sense of unity among the players. Recent additions to the squad, such as winger Carlos Vicente and midfielder Joan Jordán, have brought a new level of energy and skill to the team. With these new talents and a solid defensive strategy, Alavés is poised to continue making an impact in LaLiga.



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