Tips of the day

League CupLost1:6

BirminghamBrentford

Why this pick: On the other hand, Birmingham have an impressive run — the hosts are unbeaten in 14 consecutive matches across different competitions, and this cannot be ignored either. I will nevertheless consider betting on the under, because this is not a priority match for either side, and I do not think they will be giving their all here at the start of the season.

League CupLost0:2

Nottingham ForestLeeds

Why this pick: The head-to-head match played a couple of days ago showed that Leeds were more deserving of a draw than a win. Yes, well done to them for scoring in the final 5 minutes, but I do not think the visitors will be able to build on that success and claim another triumph. Today we are trying a cautious option — a zero handicap on Nottingham Forest. I think the risk of defeat is minimal, and the hosts will at least avoid losing this match.

UEFA Champions LeagueWon3:0

Bodo/GlimtNEC Nijmegen

Why this pick: NEC need to make up the deficit, so the visitors will leave spaces. Bodø/Glimt have already proven their superiority away from home and should once again take advantage of their opponents’ defensive problems at home.

UEFA Champions LeagueWon4:1

Lask LinzCeltic

Why this pick: Celtic plays in an attacking manner and will be able to exploit the spaces in the opponent’s defense. I don’t think the match will stop at 1:1. I expect an entertaining game with goals for both sides.

Premier LeagueLost3:2

FK Tobol KostanayKaisar

Why this pick: I expect a low-scoring match. Tobol will have to rotate because of European competitions. Kaisar keeps clean sheets against most opponents. I think it will be a difficult match today and we will not see more than two goals.