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Friday game preview – Iceland vs Nigeria
The 2018 FIFA World Cup continues Friday as Iceland and Nigeria go head-to-head in Group D action following surprising results on both sides in the opening matches. Iceland’s 1-1 draw vs Lionel Messi and Argentina shocked fans and media alike, while Nigeria’s 0-2 loss to Croatia was certainly surprising given the lack of opportunities Nigeria had to score.Let’s take a closer look at where the value’s at in this match.Football OddsTeam to Win (Regular Time)Nigeria: 2.93Draw: 3.13Iceland: 2.70SpreadNigeria +0.5: 1.54Iceland -0.5: 2.56TotalOVER 2.5: 2.47UNDER 2.5: 1.58What to Watch ForBetting on the Draw: Odds — at 3.13 — indicate there’s a 32 percent…. [...]

Thursday game preview – Argentina vs Croatia
The 2018 FIFA World Cup continues Thursday as Lionel Messi and Argentina take on group D leader Croatia. Argentina, following a disappointing 1-1 draw vs Iceland, will look to get their first win of the tournament, while Croatia looks to distance themselves in the group after their 2-0 win over Nigeria.Let’s take a closer look at where the value’s at in this match.Football OddsTeam to Win (Regular Time)Argentina: 2.02Draw: 3.39Croatia: 4.17SpreadArgentina -0.5: 2.04Croatia +0.5: 1.89TotalOVER 2: 1.72UNDER 2: 2.21What to Watch ForBetting on the Draw: Odds — at 3.39 — indicate there’s a 29.5 percent chance of a draw. AccuScore sims have…. [...]

Wednesday game preview – Iran vs Spain
The 2018 FIFA World Cup continues Wednesday as Iran and Spain face off in Group B action. Team Melli sits atop the group following their win over Morocco, while Spain has 1 point after their 3-3 draw with Portugal.Let’s take a closer look at where the value’s at in this match.Football OddsTeam to Win (Regular Time)Iran: 24.63Draw: 7.73Spain: 1.16SpreadIran +2: 2.04Spain -2: 1.89TotalOVER 2.5: 1.74UNDER 2.5: 2.19What to Watch ForBetting on the Draw: Odds — at 7.73 — indicate there’s a 13 percent chance of a draw. AccuScore sims have a draw in 18 percent of matches, suggesting some [but not much]…. [...]

MLS Saturday – DC United vs Columbus Crew
Some of the stars might be called away for international duty, but there’s still plenty of action to look forward to in this weekend’s MLS slate. Columbus Crew gets set to host DC United in a match that should have more than a few goals. Let’s take a closer look at where the value’s at in this match. Odds SpreadColumbus to win: 1.60Draw: 4.22DC United to win: 5.28TotalOVER 3: 2.04UNDER 3: 1.86What to Watch For Potential on the Draw: Odds — at 4.22 — indicate there’s about a 23.7 percent chance of a draw. Accuscore sims have a draw in about 19 percent of matches, suggesting no…. [...]

Sunday Football analysis Southampton – Liverpool
A handful of players — including Virgil Van Dijk, Sadio Mane, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain — will be returning to their former club this weekend as Southampton hosts Liverpool at St. Mary’s Stadium. Liverpool is fighting to stay in the top four, but enters this weekend’s match following a 2-2 draw last week vs Tottenham. Liverpool is still the only team to beat Manchester City this season, but oup that win with losses to Swansea and West Brom. Southampton enters this match against Liverpool with a road win at West Brom, going undefeated in their last six matches. Key Betting TrendsHistorically, there is a…. [...]

Monday game preview – Chelsea – West Brom
Monday game preview – Chelsea – West Brom West Brom hit the road for a match with Chelsea Monday night as Antonio Conte and the Blues look to snap a two-game losing streak. Chelsea haven’t lost three straight matches in nine years. Chelsea enter the match following a 4-1 loss on the road at Watford last week. West Brom are bottom of the league with 12 games remaining — watch for them to play with some desperation. These two sides last met in November of 2017 when Chelsea won 4-0. Key Betting TrendsWest Brom and Chelsea have met 10 times on a Monday night, with the Baggies…. [...]