The UEFA Champions League continues on Wednesday, October 1st, with another important round of matches on Europe’s top football stage.
Supporters can look forward to strong battles, quality play, and key moments as clubs fight for points in the league phase. The well-known teams will try to confirm their strength, while the challengers will hope to take their chance and surprise bigger opponents.
With full stadiums and millions following worldwide, every pass, save, and goal can make a difference. Teams know that the outcome of this night could be crucial in shaping the path toward the knockout rounds.
For both tipsters and fans, October 1st is set to be a night of football that can change group standings and add new stories to this season’s Champions League.
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Qarabag vs FC Copenhagen
Qarabag had an amazing game in the first round, winning 2–3 away against Benfica. The Azerbaijani champions showed once again that they can fight on the European stage. The team is used to playing strong at home, with quick counterattacks and a lot of energy. The attack led by Duran and Kady Borges can create problems for any defense.
However, despite their good start, Qarabag can often be vulnerable in defense. In the league, they started off a bit unevenly, with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss after 5 matches. Their league ranking is much lower than that of their current opponent, but that doesn’t necessarily mean anything, especially since we saw how Benfica performed in the first round.
FC Copenhagen played a thrilling match at home, ending in a 2–2 draw against Bayer Leverkusen. The Danish team is young but well-organized and isn’t afraid to go on the attack. Elyounoussi and Claesson are key players who can make a big difference in offense. They are currently in second place in the league, showing mixed form, but they have a strong attack, having scored 24 goals in 10 matches.
We expect a dynamic game where both teams will be cautious, but the offensive strategy of the visitors is their main strength, so we anticipate a match with at least 3 goals.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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Royale Union SG vs Newcastle
Royale Union SG kicked off with a big win against PSV, scoring 1–3 away, which was one of the surprises of the first round. The Belgian team is in great form, with an aggressive midfield and an attack that takes advantage of every mistake. David, Giger, and Rodriguez are key players in the offense.
The team has not lost in their last 10 matches, winning 8 of them, which clearly shows their confidence. They are dominating the league and after 9 matches played, they already have 6 points more than the second-place Club Brugge KV.
Newcastle lost at home to Barcelona with a score of 1–2. Even though they played bravely and created chances, they struggled to finish. Eddie Howe’s team has talent, but their form is currently inconsistent. In the Premier League, they are in 15th place with only one win after 6 matches, and in their last game, they were defeated by Arsenal at home. Woltemade and Gordon remain the biggest threats in attack, while Bruno Guimaraes is in the midfield.
Newcastle will try to secure a much-needed win after a series of poor results, but Royale Union SG is not an easy opponent and has a strong offensive line. We give the home team the advantage to win this match.
1 (Royale Union SG to Win)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Arsenal vs Olympiacos Piraeus
Arsenal started the group stage with a solid 2–0 win against Ath Bilbao on their opponent’s field. Arteta’s team looks strong and well-organized, showing a good offensive balance and a solid defense. Trossard and Martinelli rose to the occasion, while the midfield with Zubimendi and Rice set the pace.
Arsenal is on a great run with four wins and a draw in their last five matches. They are currently in 2nd place in the Premier League, having recently outplayed Newcastle away from home.
On the other hand, Olympiacos Piraeus played to a surprising 0–0 draw at home against Paphos, especially since they entered the match as heavy favorites. The Greek team had more possession but couldn’t break through the defense. Their form is decent, but facing a team of Premier League caliber will be challenging. The main threat remains El Kaabi, while in defense, they need to be at their best to stop an attack from a team like Arsenal.
The English side has a very strong team, the advantage of playing at home, and should win this match comfortably.
1 (Arsenal to Win)
Predicted CS: 3:0
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Barcelona vs PSG
Barcelona kicked off their campaign with a big win of 2–1 against Newcastle away. The Catalans looked mature and disciplined, and Rashford took the chance to secure a key victory, scoring twice. The midfield, featuring Pedri and de Jong, set the pace, while the defense led by Kounde was solid.
Hansi Flick’s team remains unbeaten this season and will now want to take advantage of their home ground at “Camp Nou.” In the last round of La Liga, they defeated Real Sociedad and took over the top spot on the table.
PSG just crushed Atalanta 4–0 in the first round. The French team was in control with fast plays and constant attacks. Marquinhos, Kvaratskhelia, Mendes, and Ramos scored the goals, while Vitinha and Ruiz helped out with their speed and creativity.
Luis Enrique’s team looks to be in great shape and is heading to Spain full of confidence. They have four wins and one loss in their last five games. In the league, they are in first place with the same number of points as Lyon, and after playing 6 matches, they have 5 wins and 1 loss.
It’s a clash of two giants with amazing offense, where goals from both sides seem very likely.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Bayer Leverkusen vs PSV
Bayer Leverkusen played a 2–2 draw in their first match against Copenhagen, a game where they didn’t perform well enough to win. Kasper Hjulmand’s team continues to play an attacking and modern style of football, with Poku and Schick leading the attack. Their form is solid, and they haven’t lost in their last five matches. At home, Bayer always plays aggressively and creates a lot of chances.
In the Bundesliga, they are currently in 6th place with two wins, two draws, and one loss after five matches played.
PSV had a tough start with a loss of 1–3 against Royale Union SG. The Dutch team was outplayed, and their defense looked weak. Even though they have quality in attack with Perisic and van Bommel, the team needs to be more consistent and often makes mistakes in defense.
In their last five matches, they have three wins, which shows instability in their game. In the league, they are in 2nd place and have 3 points less than Feyenoord.
Bayer Leverkusen plays more disciplined and will try to take advantage of their home field. PSV has a great attack, but will it be enough to earn points?
1 (Leverkusen to Win)
Predicted CS: 3:1
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Dortmund vs Ath Bilbao
Dortmund kicked off with an exciting 4–4 draw against Juventus in one of the most thrilling matches of the first round. Their attack, featuring Gross and Adeyemi, looks dangerous, but the defense allowed too many chances for the opposing team.
They also started strong in the Bundesliga, currently sitting in 2nd place, just two points behind Bayern Munich. After playing 5 matches, they have 4 wins and 1 draw, and since the season began, they have not lost a game.
On the other hand, Athletic Bilbao lost 0–2 to Arsenal. The Basque team played tough, but they couldn’t create many chances. The team is not performing at the same level as last season, and in La Liga, they haven’t won in 4 matches, with 3 losses and 1 draw. Inaki Williams is their most dangerous player, and the absence of Nico Williams is affecting their performance. The midfield needs to work hard to create space for him.
Dortmund has the advantage of playing at home, and their current form gives us reason to expect that they will secure 3 points in today’s match.
1 (Dortmund to Win)
Predicted CS: 2:0
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Monaco vs Manchester City
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Monaco started with a tough loss of 1–4 against Club Brugge KV in the first round. The French team looked very shaky in defense and conceded goals due to basic mistakes. The attack with Fati and Ilenikhena couldn’t find their rhythm. Their form is unstable, in the last round of Ligue 1, they lost to Lorient 3-1 and are currently in 4th place with 4 wins and 2 losses after 6 matches played. At “Louis II“, Monaco can play well, but they struggle against top teams.
On the other hand, Manchester City kicked off with a routine 2–0 victory over Napoli. Pep Guardiola’s team appeared calm and confident, controlling the entire match. Haaland and Doku were the main threats, scoring the goals, while the defense with Dias and Gvardiol left no room for the opponent.
The “Citizens” didn’t start the season in the best way, but it seems they have found their rhythm, boasting an excellent streak of 4 wins and a draw in their last 5 matches, looking ready for another strong campaign.
The quality and discipline of the guest team, Monaco, began in a variable form, and their defense often makes mistakes that a team like City can easily exploit.
2 (Manchester City to Win)
Predicted CS: 1:3
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Napoli vs Sporting CP
Napoli started with a loss of 0–2 against Manchester City, and from the 21st minute, they played with one less player after Di Lorenzo was sent off. With one player down, they looked limited and had no ideas in front of the goal. Last week, the team lost to AC Milan away, which is their only defeat in Serie A, where they are currently in 2nd place with 12 points.
Hojlund and Politano remain the biggest threats in attack, while De Bruyne and McTominay control the midfield. Antonio Conte can be pleased with how the season is going and can fix the mistakes from the first match in this competition.
On the other hand, Sporting CP recorded a solid 4–1 victory against Kairat Almaty. The Portuguese team played offensively and with great confidence. Goncalves, Trincao, and Quenda were creative and effective, while Morita controlled the midfield. The team is in excellent form with four wins and one loss in their last five matches. After playing 7 matches, they have achieved 6 wins and one loss, sharing the top spot with FC Porto.
Napoli is the favorite at home, but Sporting has the form and quality to take a point. However, we give the advantage to the home team, who will use their home crowd to secure 3 points.
1 (Napoli to Win)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Villarreal vs Juventus
Villarreal was defeated by Tottenham 1-0 away in the first round of this competition. They played with discipline but missed several chances. The team is in inconsistent form, having 5 wins, a draw, and a loss after 5 matches in La Liga, placing them in 3rd position with 16 points.
The main threats in attack are Nicolas Pepe and Solomon, while the defense needs to be more focused. At home, they are excellent, with 4 consecutive wins in the league.
On the other hand, Juventus played an amazing 4-4 draw against Borussia Dortmund. The “Old Lady” has defensive issues, but their attack led by Vlahovic and Yildiz is very productive. The team has drawn three times in their last 3 matches, including the last two rounds in Serie A against Verona and Atalanta. Igor Tudor will want to bring more stability, but their attack remains their main weapon.
This match features two teams that know how to score and concede goals, so a draw seems the most realistic outcome, but we expect at least one goal from both sides.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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