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Venezuela face one of their biggest challenges yet as they host reigning world champions Argentina in this crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. The Vinotinto, who have never qualified for a World Cup, are filled with hope as they sit sixth in the CONMEBOL group stage standings.

Italy are on an impressive run in the UEFA Nations League (UNL) with a 100% winning record so far. After a stunning 3-1 away victory over #2 ranked France and a 2-1 win against Israel, Italy return to Rome full of confidence. Their recent dominance in this competition includes five wins from their last six matches (L1), and they’ll be aiming for a third consecutive appearance in the finals.

Fiorentina have shaken off a poor start to the 2024/25 season after failing to win any of their first six matches in 90 minutes (D5, L1). Under new manager Raffaele Palladino, the team has gone on a three-game unbeaten run (W2, D1), including a 2-0 victory against The New Saints in the UEFA Conference League, marking their 100th win in European competition.

Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayern Munich meet in a top-of-the-table Bundesliga clash, with Frankfurt sitting second and Bayern holding first place as the weekend begins. After a loss on the opening day to Borussia Dortmund, Frankfurt have since recovered with four consecutive league wins and now trail Bayern by just one point.

Arsenal are in excellent form, following up a 2-0 midweek victory over PSG in the UEFA Champions League with a commanding 4-2 win over Leicester last weekend. Mikel Arteta has praised his team’s performances, and Arsenal remain unbeaten this season (W4, D2).

Aston Villa’s remarkable transformation under Unai Emery continued with a stunning 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich in midweek, marking two wins from two in the UEFA Champions League. Villa’s rise is all the more impressive considering their recent struggles, having been involved in a relegation battle before Emery’s arrival in late 2022.

After two intense seasons vying with Arsenal for Premier League dominance, Manchester City now faces the challenge of overcoming Liverpool in their quest for a fifth consecutive title. A couple of back-to-back draws have seen Pep Guardiola's side relinquish their early lead to the Reds, but they remain unbeaten in their last 29 league matches (W23, D6) and recently crushed Slovan Bratislava in midweek Champions League action.

Napoli enjoyed a solid 2-0 victory over Monza last Sunday, marking their fifth win in six competitive outings (D1) and placing them atop the Serie A table for the first time in 483 days. The arrival of Como is likely to inspire confidence among the home fans, as Napoli has won all five of their competitive home matches this season, netting 12 goals in their last four games.

Porto had a rocky start in the UEFA Europa League, taking the lead against Bodø/Glimt only to suffer a disappointing 3-2 defeat despite having a man advantage for much of the second half and firing an impressive 29 shots. This marked just their second loss of the season (W7), but they rebounded strongly with a 4-0 victory over Arouca.

Ferencváros recently suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to a ten-man Anderlecht, marking their fifth consecutive European match without a win in regulation time (D3, L2). Head coach Pascal Jansen expressed disappointment but remains optimistic about their Europa League journey, attributing the loss to critical mistakes that led to the two conceded goals.

RFS, only the second Latvian team to qualify for the UEFA Europa League (UEL) group stage, faced a tough initiation in their first match, losing 4-1 to FCSB. Despite this setback, the Latvian side has had a solid run, suffering just two defeats in 90 minutes across their last 14 games (W11, D1), though those losses have come in European competitions.

Sturm Graz has enjoyed a strong start to the Austrian Bundesliga (W5, D1, L2), and their recent 2-1 win over FC Blau-Weiß Linz has them chasing another league title. However, their focus now shifts to the UEFA Champions League (UCL), where they need to bounce back from a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Brest in their opening match.

RB Leipzig ended a three-game winless streak in style with a 4-0 win over Augsburg, which should boost their confidence as they face Juventus on matchday two. However, Leipzig's history against Italian teams at home in Europe isn't promising, as they’ve yet to win (D1, L1).

Liverpool, six-time UEFA Champions League (UCL) winners, started their current campaign with a 3-1 victory away at AC Milan. Now they face another Serie A opponent, Bologna, as they return to Anfield. The Reds have a remarkable home record, winning their last ten group-stage games in European competitions, scoring 2+ goals in nine of those.

Lille’s recent 3-0 win over Le Havre in Ligue 1 was their first victory in over a month, a period that also included their 2-0 defeat to Sporting CP on Champions League matchday one. The French side faces an even greater challenge now as reigning European champions Real Madrid visit for their first-ever head-to-head clash.

Dinamo Zagreb and Monaco enter this Champions League clash after contrasting fortunes in their opening fixtures. Dinamo made unwanted history by becoming the first team to concede nine goals in a single Champions League match, leading to the dismissal of head coach Sergej Jakirović.

Benfica’s new manager Bruno Lage has enjoyed a fantastic start in his second stint at the club, winning four consecutive matches, including a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Red Star Belgrade in their Champions League opener. This gives the Portuguese side the opportunity to win their first two games in a Champions League campaign for just the third time.

Aston Villa are gearing up for a historic occasion, as they host six-time European champions Bayern Munich in their first-ever home Champions League fixture. Villa will take confidence from their dominant 3-0 victory over Young Boys in the opening matchday, part of a strong start to the season that has seen them lose just once in eight games (W6, D1).

Shakhtar Donetsk began their Champions League campaign with a goalless draw against Bologna. Unable to play in their home region of Donbas due to instability, Shakhtar continues to play their "home" games in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.

Girona’s debut in the UEFA Champions League got off to a disappointing start with a narrow 1-0 defeat away to PSG, where an unfortunate 90th-minute own goal by Paulo Gazzaniga denied them a valuable point. This result has seemed to affect Girona’s domestic form, as they’ve only managed two points from their last three La Liga games (D2, L1), conceding another late goal in a 1-1 draw with Celta Vigo.

In the upcoming Round 7 match of the 2. Bundesliga, Regensburg will face Kaiserslautern at the Jahnstadion in Regensburg. Currently, Regensburg sits at the bottom of the standings in 18th place, having won just one of their six matches, resulting in a total score of 1:16.

Hamburger SV will face Paderborn in Round 7 of the 2. Bundesliga at the Volksparkstadion in Hamburg. Currently positioned 5th in the league, Hamburger has achieved three wins, two draws, and one loss from six matches, boasting a total score of 14:6 and a goal difference of +8.

Darmstadt will host Magdeburg in the 2. Bundesliga Round 7 at the Merck-Stadion am Bollenfalltor. Darmstadt's season has been challenging so far, with six matches played, resulting in one win, two draws, and three losses, leading to a total score of 8:14.

Wigan will take on Exeter in the League One Round Eight match at The Brick Community Stadium. Wigan's season has seen them play seven matches, achieving two wins, two draws, and three losses, with a total scoreline of 6:5. At home, they have recorded one win, one draw, and one loss, scoring 1 and conceding 1.

In this League One Round Eight clash, Stevenage will host Charlton at the Lamex Stadium. Stevenage has had a mixed start to the season, with two wins, two draws, and three losses in their seven matches, resulting in a goal tally of 5:5. At home, they have performed well, winning two out of three matches with a solid score of 4:1.

Shrewsbury Town will go head-to-head with Rotherham United in Round 8 of the League One tournament at The Croud Meadow. Shrewsbury has had a challenging start to the season, with just one win and six losses across their seven matches, leading to a goal tally of 5:12.

Northampton will host Mansfield in Round 8 of League One at Sixfields Stadium. Northampton's season has been a mixed bag, with two wins, two draws, and two losses from six matches, totaling a score of 8:7. At home, they have had one win, one draw, and one loss, scoring 3 goals and conceding 3.

Leyton Orient will host Wrexham in Round 8 of the League One tournament at Brisbane Road. Leyton Orient's current season record stands at two wins, one draw, and four losses. At home, they have drawn once and lost twice, with a total goal tally of 9 scored and 11 conceded.

Cambridge United will host Lincoln City in Round 8 of League One at Abbey Stadium. Currently sitting at 24th place, Cambridge has struggled, with one draw and five losses in their six matches, leading to a goal tally of 6 scored and 13 conceded, resulting in a goal difference of -7.

The upcoming League One clash sees Bristol Rovers taking on Wycombe in Round 8. Bristol Rovers currently sit at 20th position, having won 2 matches, drawn 1, and lost 4, resulting in a goal tally of 6 for and 11 against. At home, they have recorded 2 wins and 1 loss, with a total score of 3-4.

Blackpool will host Burton Albion in their League One Round 8 clash at Bloomfield Road. Blackpool has had a mixed start to the season, with three wins, two draws, and two losses. They currently sit on a balanced total score of 13 goals for and against.

Birmingham City will take on Peterborough United in a League One Round 8 encounter at St. Andrew's Stadium. Birmingham boasts an impressive record this season, with five wins and one draw from six matches, totaling 13 goals scored and just 6 conceded, giving them a goal difference of +7.

Reading will host Huddersfield in a crucial League One Round 8 matchup at the Select Car Leasing Stadium. Reading has had a mixed start to the season, currently sitting with two wins, one draw, and three losses after six matches, yielding a total score of 7 goals scored and 10 conceded.

Crawley Town will face Bolton in an intriguing League One Round 8 clash at The Broadfield Stadium. Currently sitting in 18th place, Crawley has played six matches, recording two wins, one draw, and three losses, with a total score of 5 goals scored and 8 conceded.

Watford will host Sunderland in the Championship Round 7 at Vicarage Road. Watford has played six matches so far, securing three wins, one draw, and two losses, with a total score of 10 goals scored and 9 conceded. At home, they have been solid, winning two and drawing one of their three matches, with a total score of 6-2.

Portsmouth will take on Sheffield United in the Championship Round 7 at Fratton Park. Portsmouth has played six matches so far this season, recording three draws and three losses. Their goal tally stands at seven scored and 13 conceded, resulting in a goal difference of -6. At home, they have managed only one draw and two losses, with a total score of 1-6 in those matches.

Oxford United will face Burnley in an exciting Championship Round 7 clash at Kassam Stadium. Oxford has played six matches so far this season, achieving three wins and three losses, with a goal tally of ten scored and eight conceded, resulting in a goal difference of two.

Millwall enters this match with a mixed record, having played six games, winning one, drawing two, and losing three. They’ve scored nine goals while conceding nine, showing inconsistency both offensively and defensively. At home, Millwall has won one of their three matches, scoring five goals and conceding four.

Middlesbrough has had a mixed season so far, with two wins, two draws, and two losses, accumulating a total score of 6:5. At home, they’ve managed one win and two draws, scoring four goals and conceding three. In their last match, Middlesbrough suffered a 1:0 defeat to Sunderland.

Leeds has played six matches so far, securing three wins, two draws, and one loss with a total score of 9:4. At home, Leeds has one win, one draw, and one loss, scoring five goals and conceding four. In their latest match, Leeds won 2:0 against Cardiff, showcasing solid form.

Hull City comes into this match with one win, three draws, and two losses from their six matches this season. They have scored five goals and conceded seven. At home, Hull has drawn two and lost one, with a total home score of 1:3. In their last match, Hull secured a 3:1 win against Stoke City, showing some improvement.

Sheffield Wednesday has struggled this season, with just one win, one draw, and four losses from their six matches, resulting in a total score of 6:12. At home, they have performed slightly better, winning one, drawing one, and losing one of their three matches.

Derby has had a mixed start to their season, with three wins and three losses. Their home form has been impeccable, though, winning all three matches at Pride Park with a flawless 5:0 goal ratio. However, their last outing saw them fall to a 1-0 defeat against Sheffield United.

Blackburn has had a strong start to the season, remaining unbeaten in their first six matches with three wins and three draws. They've been particularly dominant at home, winning all three of their matches at Ewood Park with a solid 9:3 goal ratio. However, they come into this fixture off a goalless draw against Preston.

Villarreal bounced back from a heavy 5-1 loss to Barcelona by securing a 2-1 comeback victory against Espanyol, marking their fourth win of the season (D2, L1). With 14 points from seven matches, this is their best start since the 2015/16 season.

Parma’s recent comeback against Lecce (2-2) after scoring two stoppage-time goals showcased their resilience, building on a strong start to the season (W1, D2, L2). Despite this, they find themselves just above the relegation zone, needing to rekindle their early-season form to climb the table.

Bournemouth heads into the South Coast derby after two straight Premier League defeats, both without scoring. They haven’t lost three consecutive top-flight games without netting since the end of the 2022/23 season, so a goal may be expected here.

Strasbourg has had a mixed start to their Ligue 1 campaign with one win, three draws, and one loss. Despite being beaten 4-3 by Lyon, they showed resilience by coming back from 2-0 down to take the lead against Lille, eventually drawing 3-3 due to a late penalty.

The upcoming 2. Bundesliga Round 7 match will see Ulm take on Braunschweig at Donaustadion. Ulm has had a tough start to the season, with only one win, one draw, and four losses in their six matches so far. Their overall score stands at 6:8, leaving them with a goal difference of -2.

The upcoming Round 7 match in the 2. Bundesliga will see Greuther Furth take on Dusseldorf at Sportpark Ronhof Thomas Sommer. Greuther Furth currently sits in 8th place, having played six matches with two wins, three draws, and one loss.

The Championship Round 7 match between Plymouth and Luton will be held at Home Park. Plymouth has had a difficult start to the season, with just one win, two draws, and three losses from six matches. Their total goal count stands at 5:10, highlighting a struggle both in attack and defense.

The upcoming MLS match will feature the Vancouver Whitecaps hosting the Portland Timbers at BC Place in Vancouver. Currently, Vancouver Whitecaps sit 7th in the league with a record of 13 wins, 7 draws, and 9 losses over 29 matches, resulting in a goal difference of +9 with a scoreline of 49:40.

The upcoming match features Seattle Sounders hosting Houston Dynamo in an exciting MLS showdown at Lumen Field. Seattle currently occupies the 6th position in the standings, with a record of 13 wins, 8 draws, and 9 losses. At home, they are performing well, ranking 7th with 7 wins, 6 draws, and 2 losses.

Minnesota United is set to host Colorado Rapids in an exciting MLS matchup at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, MN. Currently, Minnesota United ranks 9th in the standings, having played 30 matches. They have secured 12 wins, 6 draws, and 12 losses, leading to a total goal tally of 50 scored and 48 conceded, giving them a positive goal difference of two.

In the upcoming MLS match, FC Dallas will face off against Orlando City at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, TX. FC Dallas is currently ranked 10th in the standings, having played 30 matches. They have recorded 10 wins, 7 draws, and 13 losses, resulting in a balanced goal tally of 49 scored and 49 conceded.

In the upcoming MLS clash, Chicago Fire will host Toronto FC at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL. Currently, Chicago Fire is positioned 14th in the league standings after 31 matches, with 7 wins, 8 draws, and 16 losses, amassing a goal difference of 36 scored to 54 conceded.

Austin FC is set to host Real Salt Lake in an exciting MLS match at Q2 Stadium in Austin, TX. Currently positioned 11th in the standings, Austin FC has played 30 matches, achieving 9 wins, 8 draws, and 13 losses, with a goal tally of 32 scored and 42 conceded, leading to a goal difference of -10.

The upcoming matchup pits Philadelphia Union against Atlanta United in the MLS, taking place at Subaru Park in Chester, PA. Philadelphia Union has played 30 matches this season, achieving 9 wins, 9 draws, and 12 losses, with a goal differential of 57 scored to 47 conceded.

The upcoming clash features the New York Red Bulls squaring off against New York City FC at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ. The Red Bulls currently sit in 4th place in the standings with 44 points from 30 matches, boasting a record of 10 wins, 14 draws, and 6 losses, and a goal tally of 47 scored and 39 conceded.

The upcoming match will see New England Revolution take on Nashville SC at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough. Currently, New England sits in 15th place in the standings, with 30 matches played. They have recorded 8 wins, 4 draws, and 17 losses, resulting in a goal tally of 32 scored and 60 conceded. At home, their record includes 4 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses, with a total of 17 goals scored and 28 conceded.

The upcoming MLS match features Inter Miami facing off against Charlotte FC at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale. Currently, Inter Miami leads the league standings with an impressive record of 19 wins, 7 draws, and 4 losses across 30 matches, resulting in a total score of 68 goals for and 44 against.

FC Cincinnati will host Los Angeles FC at TQL Stadium in an exciting MLS clash. Cincinnati currently sits 2nd in the standings after 30 matches, boasting 17 wins, 5 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal tally of 52 scored and 39 conceded. They recently played to a 2-2 draw against Nashville SC.

DC United will take on Columbus Crew in a key MLS matchup at Audi Field. Currently, DC United sits 13th in the standings with eight wins, nine draws, and thirteen losses from 30 matches, resulting in a goal difference of -17 (44 scored, 61 conceded). Their last match was a tough 0-4 loss to the Philadelphia Union.

CF Montreal will face the San Jose Earthquakes in an important MLS matchup at Saputo Stadium. Currently, CF Montreal is positioned 10th in the league standings, with a record of eight wins, ten draws, and twelve losses across 30 matches, resulting in a goal difference of -20 (41 scored, 61 conceded).

After narrowly escaping relegation last season, Empoli has responded impressively this campaign, remaining unbeaten in Serie A (W2, D3). This marks the longest unbeaten streak at the start of a Serie A season in the club's history.

After a slow start to their campaign, Como finally secured their first victory since their return to Serie A with a thrilling 3-2 comeback win against Atalanta. They now aim for their first top-flight home win since May 2003. Confidence should be high as Cesc Fàbregas' side has demonstrated resilience at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, suffering just two losses during their Serie B campaign there (W12, D5).

Heading into matchday six, Torino has surprised many by claiming the top spot in Serie A, remaining unbeaten so far with three wins and two draws (W3, D2). Their impressive run continued with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Hellas Verona, marking their first lead in the Italian top-flight since the 1976/77 season.

Sunday’s Bundesliga match concludes with a potentially close contest between Hoffenheim and Werder Bremen, who are separated by just two points in the standings. Hoffenheim (W1, L3) has scored in every league match this season but has struggled to secure points since their opening victory against Holstein Kiel.

Nantes’ decision to bring back manager Antoine Kombouaré appears to be yielding positive results. After assisting the team in avoiding relegation last season, they’ve had a solid start to the current campaign, amassing eight points from five Ligue 1 matches (W2, D2, L1).

Life back in Ligue 1 has been challenging for Angers, whose excitement over promotion from a one-season stint in the second division has quickly faded. They remain winless after their opening five matches (D2, L3), leaving Alexandre Dujeux’s side at the bottom of the table.

As newly-promoted Ipswich heads into this weekend, they find themselves among six teams yet to secure a victory in the Premier League this season. A failure to clinch three points against Aston Villa would extend their winless streak to seven matches across all competitions, marking their worst run since September 2021.

Osasuna’s goalless draw against Valencia on Tuesday kept them in touch with La Liga’s top-four, marking their second clean sheet of the season. However, consistency remains a challenge as Osasuna are yet to win consecutive games this season, with a record of W3, D2, L2.

Real Sociedad and Valencia find themselves dangerously close to the relegation zone, separated only by goal difference. For Imanol Alguacil’s Real Sociedad, hopes of securing European football again this season are already looking bleak.

Rayo Vallecano have made a solid start to the season, securing nine points despite facing four of last season’s top-six finishers. Their latest match was a defensive battle, holding Girona to a goalless draw, with only two shots and neither on target.

Getafe’s struggles continued as they remained winless this La Liga season (D4, L3) after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Barcelona. Despite their defensive efforts (conceding just 0.86 goals per game), Getafe’s inability to score, with only three goals to their name, has hampered their progress.

Bologna finally registered their first win of the season with a 2-1 victory over struggling Monza in their last Serie A match. Despite earning just six points from their opening five games (W1, D3, L1), it mirrors their start to the 2023/24 season when they eventually secured Champions League qualification.

Udinese’s promising start to the Serie A season was halted by a 3-0 defeat against Roma last Sunday, but they bounced back with a 3-1 victory over Salernitana in the Coppa Italia. The Bianconeri, under new coach Kosta Runjaić, have shown a marked improvement at home, winning all four of their competitive matches at the Stadio Friuli this season, leading at half-time in each. Runjaić has focused on transforming Udinese's home form, which saw them win just one league match at home last season.

Monaco are thriving under Adi Hütter, sitting on 13 points from their first five games, their best start since the 2016/17 campaign, which saw them crowned Ligue 1 champions. After a 2-1 win over Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League, Monaco remain unbeaten in their first six games of the season for the first time since 2013/14.

Le Havre will aim for their first victory over Lille since February 1996, having drawn three and lost five encounters since then. Their most recent H2H clash ended in a 2-0 defeat last season, extending their losing streak to five matches in which they’ve only scored one goal.

Lens have made an impressive start to the season, going unbeaten in their first five Ligue 1 matches (W2, D3). This momentum is a great way for new coach Will Still to begin his tenure, but a major challenge awaits as they face Nice. Historically, Lens have struggled in this fixture, losing seven of the last nine top-flight encounters (W1, D1).

Two winless Premier League sides meet this weekend as Everton (D1, L4) host Crystal Palace (D3, L2) at Goodison Park. Despite a promising first half against Leicester last weekend, where Everton fired off ten goal attempts and led 1-0 at the break, they eventually succumbed and dropped points again.

Genoa’s start to the season has been underwhelming, with just one win from their first five games (D2, L2), a familiar scenario for them in recent campaigns. Their sole victory came over a month ago against Monza, and they’ve failed to pick up another win in their last three outings (D1, L2).

Bayern Munich are set to host Bayer Leverkusen in what promises to be one of the most exciting clashes in European football this weekend. Despite the backdrop of the Oktoberfest celebrations, Bayern’s recent home form during this period has been shaky, winning just five of their last ten league matches at the Allianz Arena (D3, L2).

RB Leipzig’s early-season momentum has slowed after back-to-back 0-0 draws in the Bundesliga (W2, D2). A defeat in the UEFA Champions League against Atlético Madrid (2-1) further dented their confidence. The frustration for Marco Rose’s side stems from dominating possession in both stalemates without capitalizing on it.

Mainz finally got their first win of the season with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Augsburg after managing just two points from their opening three Bundesliga matches (D2, L1). While they secured the win, manager Bo Henriksen will be aware of defensive concerns, as his side has kept only one clean sheet in their last 11 games.

Borussia Mönchengladbach's tough start to the season has continued, with a 2-0 loss to Eintracht Frankfurt marking their third defeat in four league games (W1). Defensive struggles have plagued them, as they’ve conceded two or more goals in each of their losses.

Wolves head into matchday six as one of six Premier League teams yet to register a win this season, a record number in top-flight history after five games. Gary O’Neil’s side has struggled, earning just one point (D1, L4) and conceding 14 goals, the joint-highest in the league.

Arsenal came agonizingly close to defeating Manchester City last weekend, only to concede a last-minute equalizer in a dramatic 2-2 draw. Playing with ten men for most of the match, they still managed to maintain their unbeaten start to the Premier League season (W3, D2).

Valladolid head back home following a heart-wrenching 2-1 defeat against Sevilla in midweek. Their season has taken a downturn since their opening weekend win, with major struggles in front of goal. Having failed to score in four out of their seven matches so far, no other team in La Liga has netted fewer goals this season. Defensively, things are equally concerning, as Valladolid have conceded 15 goals, the highest in the league after their latest loss.

Wolfsburg’s 2024/25 campaign has been disappointing, with just three points from their first four matches (W1, L3), their joint second-lowest start in 23 years. Pressure is mounting on manager Ralph Hasenhüttl, who acknowledged defensive frailties after their 4-3 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen, where they conceded in the 93rd minute and had Yannick Gerhardt sent off.

Freiburg’s impressive start to the Bundesliga season continued with a dominant 3-0 victory over Heidenheim, marking their joint-strongest start at this stage since the 2008/09 season in the 2.Bundesliga. This success comes with a bit of nostalgia, as their current manager Julian Schuster was a key player during that promotion campaign.

Nottingham Forest have surprised many by remaining unbeaten after their opening five Premier League games (W3, D2). Their 2-2 draw against an undefeated Brighton side last weekend showcased their resilience, extending their unbeaten away record to five matches—something they last achieved in 1995.

Chelsea appear to have found their rhythm after a heavy summer investment, accumulating ten points from their opening five league games (W3, D1, L1). Three of those wins came from their last four outings, including a dominant 3-0 victory at West Ham.

Brentford’s defensive issues continued last weekend with a 3-1 loss to Tottenham, marking their sixth game this season without a clean sheet. This defeat dropped them into the bottom half of the table. At Brentford Community Stadium, where all six of their Premier League points have been collected, they will face fellow London strugglers West Ham United.

Newcastle United’s 3-1 defeat at Fulham raised questions about possible internal unrest, a concern Eddie Howe will want to address as his team faces defending champions Manchester City. Before the Fulham setback, Newcastle were unbeaten in five matches across all competitions (W4, D1).

AC Milan secured a dramatic 89th-minute winner from Matteo Gabbia on Sunday, breaking a six-match losing streak against Inter in the Derby della Madonnina and recording back-to-back Serie A wins for the first time since April.

Dortmund manager Nuri Sahin endured his first league defeat of the season last time out, a crushing 5-1 loss to Stuttgart. Sahin was left frustrated, calling it a "non-performance," as it was the first time since February 2022 that Dortmund conceded five goals in a Bundesliga match.

Paris Saint-Germain’s perfect start to the season came to an end with a 1-1 draw against Reims, leaving them at the top of the Ligue 1 table only on goal difference (W4, D1). PSG’s +13 goal difference is still impressive, with Luis Enrique’s squad adjusting well without Kylian Mbappé, averaging 3.4 goals per game.

Auxerre manager Christophe Pélissier expressed frustration after his team's defensive mistakes made it "impossible" to win matches. Their 3-2 loss to Montpellier marked the third consecutive game in which they’ve conceded three goals.

Celta Vigo have started the season on a positive note, comfortably sitting in mid-table ahead of this Round 7 fixture. Despite a 3-1 loss to Athletic Club in their last outing, they have won all three home games in La Liga this season. They now aim for four consecutive home wins for the first time since December 2020.

Las Palmas enter this Round 7 clash still seeking their first win of the season, having drawn twice and lost four times. Their 2-1 defeat to Osasuna extended their winless streak in La Liga to 20 games (D7, L13), pushing them dangerously close to matching Almería's league record of 31 winless matches.

Tottenham heads into their return to European football under immense pressure, with expectations high for a successful campaign after being tipped by bookmakers alongside Manchester United as favorites to lift the UEFA Europa League trophy.

Eintracht Frankfurt returns to the UEFA Europa League for the first time since their victorious 2021/22 campaign, entering the competition in high spirits after three consecutive Bundesliga wins. Their recent 2-0 victory over Borussia Mönchengladbach further boosts their confidence ahead of this clash with Czech side Viktoria Plzeň, whom they’ve never faced before.

Braga is entering their tenth consecutive UEFA Europa League campaign, having shown consistency by reaching the quarter-finals in 2015/16 and 2021/22. This season, they had to navigate the qualifying rounds for the first time in five years, remaining unbeaten in the process (W4, D2).

Malmo FF enters this Europa League clash having already played six games in European competitions this season, with a record of W2, D1, L3. After being knocked out of Champions League qualification by Sparta Prague, they’ve bounced back with a four-game unbeaten streak, keeping clean sheets in all those games (W2, D2).

AZ Alkmaar have had an impressive start to their Eredivisie season, remaining undefeated in their first six games (W5, D1). This strong form briefly saw them top the table before being overtaken by PSV. AZ will be eager to transfer this form to the UEFA Europa League, where they face Elfsborg, a team they’ve never met in a competitive match.

Wigan enters this fixture after six matches in League One, having won two, drawn one, and lost three. Their total goal tally stands at 6:5. At home, they’ve played two matches, winning one and losing one, with a balanced goal difference of 1:1. In their most recent match, Wigan drew 0-0 with Lincoln City.

Leyton Orient, currently sitting in the lower half of the table after six matches, have recorded two wins and four losses. Their home form has been poor, losing both of their matches at Brisbane Road with a total score of 2:4. However, they enter this fixture with momentum after a commanding 4-1 victory over Stockport County.

Huddersfield, currently 5th in League One after six games, have won four matches and lost two, scoring 11 goals while conceding six. Their home form has seen them win two out of three matches, but they come into this fixture after a disappointing 3-1 loss to Northampton.

FCSB, Romania’s most successful club in European competitions, have not seen much success in recent years, having last reached the knock-out stages of a major tournament in 2017/18. The Red and Blues, who famously won the European Cup in 1986, are hoping to revive their European ambitions with this UEFA Europa League (UEL) group stage opener.

Newly appointed manager Ivan Jurić has given Roma the boost they needed, securing a 3-0 win over Udinese in his debut match. This victory marked their first win of the season (W1, D3, L1) and provided a timely boost ahead of their opening UEFA Europa League (UEL) fixture against Athletic Bilbao.

Fenerbahçe and Royale Union Saint-Gilloise will meet again after last season’s Europa Conference League round of 16 clash. This time, they face off in the new UEFA Europa League format, with Fenerbahçe aiming to bounce back from a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Galatasaray in their most recent league fixture.

After back-to-back victories on matchdays three and four, Girona seemed to be gaining momentum in La Liga, but three consecutive defeats have halted their progress, leaving fans concerned. Their latest disappointment came in a 2-0 loss to a struggling Valencia side, with Girona managing only three shots on target.

Manchester United are once again in the Europa League, marking the fourth time in 11 years since Sir Alex Ferguson's departure that they have returned to this competition after a Champions League campaign. Erik ten Hag’s team has been somewhat unpredictable, but their current three-match unbeaten streak (W2, D1) since the international break suggests potential progress.

Barcelona bounced back from their Champions League defeat to Monaco with an impressive 5-1 victory over Villarreal, maintaining their perfect start to the La Liga season (W6). This performance helped them retain a four-point lead at the top of the table and brought their season total to 22 goals.

Espanyol's recent performance saw them take a surprising lead against Real Madrid, but they ultimately lost 4-1, conceding three goals in the final 15 minutes. Despite the setback, head coach Manolo González praised the team's character, especially as it was their first defeat in four matches (W2, D1).

Lyon returns to European competition for the first time since the 2021/22 season after finishing sixth in Ligue 1. However, their league form has been inconsistent this season, with one win, one draw, and three losses, including a recent 3-2 defeat to rivals Marseille.

Ajax has experienced a slow start to their season, with two wins, one draw, and one loss in their opening four Eredivisie matches. As they begin their UEFA Europa League (UEL) campaign against Beşiktaş, they boast a perfect record against the Turkish side, having won all six previous encounters.

Nice is looking to carry the momentum from an impressive 8-0 victory over Saint-Etienne into their UEFA Europa League opener. This emphatic win marks just the third time in the club's history they've secured such a commanding margin in Ligue 1.

Midtjylland enter the UEFA Europa League (UEL) after a strong showing in the Danish Superliga last season, but their UEFA Champions League (UCL) ambitions were dashed in the play-off round by Slovan Bratislava. Despite this setback, they boast an impressive home record in the UEL, having lost just one of their last nine home games in the competition (W4, D4).

Ludogorets are no strangers to this stage of the UEFA Europa League (UEL), having made six appearances in the past seven seasons. While they’ve failed to progress into the knockout rounds in their last three attempts, their current domestic form (W7, D1) suggests they are brimming with confidence.

Galatasaray will aim to carry their impressive domestic form into the UEFA Europa League, having just triumphed 3-1 in the Istanbul derby against Fenerbahçe. This victory kept their perfect Süper Lig record intact with six straight wins.

Dynamo Kyiv return to the UEFA Europa League after missing out on Champions League qualification. Their last Europa League appearance in 2022/23 saw them finish bottom of their group, and they’ll be eager to improve on that performance. However, a 0-0 draw with Rukh Lviv in their domestic league, dropping their first points of the season, may dent their confidence.

Anderlecht and Ferencváros enter this Europa League phase as underdogs, both having had to navigate the preliminary qualifying rounds. Anderlecht’s preparation has been far from ideal, having sacked coach Brian Riemer due to poor early-season performances.

Bodo/Glimt enter this Europa League clash riding high in their domestic league, where they hold a commanding lead. After narrowly missing out on Champions League qualification, manager Kjetil Knutsen will be eager to make a strong start in Europe.

Real Madrid may not have displayed their usual fluency this season, but their unbeaten streak of eight games (W6, D2) is a testament to their strength. On Saturday, they came from behind to secure a 4-1 win over Espanyol, with Carlo Ancelotti noting his team's improvement.

Valencia’s 2-0 victory over Girona on Saturday marked their first win of the season after six attempts, although their current four points from six games is their worst start to a season since 1999/00. Interestingly, that season they still managed to finish third.

Sevilla’s difficult start to the season worsened after a 2-1 loss to Alavés, marking their third defeat of the campaign (W1, D2). Falling behind within the first 20 minutes, Sevilla couldn't recover, a worrying trend as they haven't won any of their last 26 league matches after conceding first (D6, L20).

Real Betis come into this match riding the momentum of back-to-back home victories in La Liga, with the chance to extend their winning streak to three matches at the Estadio Benito Villamarín for the first time in nearly ten months.

Atalanta bounced back after consecutive defeats before the international break with a spirited 3-2 victory against Fiorentina in their last Serie A match. Despite a 0-0 draw against Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League, which saw a double save from David Raya deny Mateo Retegui, Gian Piero Gasperini’s men remain confident.

Nurnberg enters this match with a mixed start to the season, winning two, drawing one, and losing two of their five games. They have scored eight goals while conceding ten. At home, Nurnberg has won one and lost one, with a total score of 3:5. In their last competitive match, they secured a 2:1 victory against Ulm.

Dusseldorf sits comfortably at the top of the 2. Bundesliga table after five matches, having won four and drawn one. They have scored seven goals while conceding just one, which reflects their defensive strength, currently the best in the league.

Braunschweig, sitting at the bottom of the table in 18th place, is in desperate need of a win. After five matches, they have managed only one draw and four losses, with a dismal goal difference of 4:16. Their home form is equally concerning, losing both of their home fixtures so far, scoring twice while conceding five.

Wycombe hosts Cambridge United at Adams Park in this League One Round 7 clash. Wycombe has had a mixed start to the season, playing five matches, winning two, drawing one, and losing two. They have scored ten goals and conceded nine, demonstrating decent attacking power but showing vulnerability in defense.

Wrexham is set to face Crawley Town in this League One Round 7 encounter at the Racecourse Ground. Wrexham is currently topping the standings with 13 points from six matches, boasting four wins, one draw, and just one loss. At home, Wrexham has been dominant, winning all three of their matches with a goal difference of 9:2.

Stockport County takes on Leyton Orient in this League One Round 7 clash at Edgeley Park. Stockport County is currently ranked 5th in the standings with three wins and two draws from their first five matches. They have a goal difference of +7, having scored nine and conceded only two.

Rotherham will host Birmingham in this League One Round 7 fixture at the Aesseal New York Stadium. Rotherham currently sits 17th in the league, having played six matches, winning one, drawing three, and losing two, with a total scoreline of 5:7.

Peterborough will face Bristol Rovers in this League One Round 7 clash at Weston Homes Stadium. Peterborough has played five matches, winning two, drawing one, and losing two, with a total scoreline of 7:7. At home, they've struggled, drawing one and losing two of their three matches, with a disappointing home score of 1:5.

Mansfield will face Shrewsbury in this League One Round 7 encounter at One Call Stadium. Mansfield has played five matches, winning two, drawing two, and losing one. They have scored nine goals and conceded ten, resulting in a -1 goal difference. At home, Mansfield has been consistent with one win and two draws, scoring six goals and conceding five.

Huddersfield will host Northampton in a League One Round 7 clash at John Smith's Stadium. Huddersfield has been in great form, winning four of their five matches and losing just once. With a total of 10 goals scored and only 3 conceded, they have a solid score difference of +7. At home, Huddersfield has played two matches, winning both, with a combined score of 3-1. In their last match, Huddersfield dominated Bolton, winning 4-0.

Charlton will host Blackpool in League One's seventh round at The Valley. Charlton is currently in 3rd place, having secured four wins, one draw, and one loss in their six matches, with a total score of 6:3. At home, they have won two and drawn one of their three matches, scoring 4 goals and conceding only one.

Burton will face Barnsley in the seventh round of League One action at Pirelli Stadium. Burton is currently in 20th place in the standings, having drawn four and lost one of their five matches so far, resulting in a total score of 7:8. At home, they rank 21st, having drawn one and lost one with a goal difference of 2:3.

Bolton will host Reading at Toughsheet Community Stadium for the seventh round of League One action. Bolton has had a difficult start to the season, having played five matches with only one win, one draw, and three losses, leading to a goal difference of -7 (2:9 total goals).

Lincoln City enters this fixture ranked 6th in the league with a total scoreline of 10:6. After five games, they’ve secured three wins, one draw, and one loss. At home, they’ve won one and lost one match, with a scoreline of 5:3. Their last match ended in a 1:1 draw against Peterborough.

Exeter heads into this game with a mixed record in their last five matches, having won two and lost three. Their goal tally stands at six goals scored and six conceded, reflecting their average performance. At home, Exeter has played two matches, winning one and losing one, with a balanced scoreline of 2:2.

West Brom enters this match in excellent form, having won four and drawn one of their five matches, scoring nine goals and conceding just two. At home, they’ve been steady, with one win and one draw, scoring one goal and conceding none. In their last match, West Brom defeated Portsmouth 3-0.

Sheffield United is coming into this match in strong form, having won three and drawn two of their five matches so far, scoring eight goals and conceding just three. At home, they’ve been solid with one win and one draw, scoring three goals and conceding two.

Luton comes into this match having played five games, securing one win, one draw, and suffering three losses, with a total goal score of 3:7. At home, Luton has struggled, losing both of their two matches with a combined score of 2:6. In their last match, they secured a 1-0 victory over Millwall.

Coventry enters this match with a mixed record, having won one, drawn two, and lost two of their first five games. They’ve scored five goals and conceded six. At home, Coventry has played two matches, winning one and losing the other, with a 3:3 scoreline. In their last match, Coventry drew 1-1 against Watford.

Cardiff has endured a tough season so far, recording one draw and four losses in their first five matches. Their total goal tally stands at just 1:11, and at home, they’ve lost both of their matches, failing to score and conceding four goals. In their most recent match, Cardiff lost 1-0 to Derby.

Burnley has had a strong start to the season, winning three matches, drawing one, and losing one. They have scored 11 goals and conceded just three, with a solid goal difference of +8. At home, they’ve secured one win and one draw, scoring six goals and conceding one.

Bristol City has had a challenging start to the season, securing one win, two draws, and two losses. They’ve scored six goals and conceded eleven, giving them a -5 goal difference. At home, they have a better record, with one win and one draw, scoring five goals and conceding four.

Sunderland heads into this match in strong form, winning four of their last five games and sitting 2nd in the league standings. They have scored 12 goals and conceded only 4, with an impressive home record of two wins and no goals conceded. In their last match, however, Sunderland suffered a 3-2 defeat to Plymouth.

Queens Park Rangers (QPR) come into this game with a mixed start to their Championship season, having won one, drawn three, and lost one of their five matches (W1, D3, L1). Their total score so far stands at 7:8. At Loftus Road, they’ve struggled slightly, drawing one and losing one of their two home games, scoring 2 and conceding 4. In their last match, QPR drew 1-1 against Sheffield Wednesday.

Norwich City heads into this Championship Round 6 match with a mixed start to their campaign, having won just one of their five matches (W1, D2, L2). Despite being unbeaten at home so far, they have only managed two draws at Carrow Road (3-3 on aggregate).

Rayo Vallecano's La Liga campaign has been mixed so far (W2, D1, L2), but they enter this match with confidence after a solid 3-1 home win against Osasuna. This will be their second consecutive home game, and they aim to secure back-to-back victories at Vallecas for the first time since May 2023.

Athletic Bilbao returns to La Liga action just before their European adventure begins for the first time since 2017/18. Ernesto Valverde’s men have made a solid start to the season (W3, D1, L2), with both losses coming against heavyweights Barcelona and Atlético Madrid.

The first Derby della Madonnina of the season arrives with reigning champions Inter Milan looking to extend their dominance over city rivals AC Milan. Inter sealed their 20th Scudetto with a win against their neighbors in April and are undefeated in the current Serie A campaign (W2, D2).

Bayer Leverkusen have been in red-hot form, scoring nine goals in their first three Bundesliga matches and adding four more in a dominant 4-0 win against Feyenoord in the UEFA Champions League. Xabi Alonso’s side have netted in 18 consecutive league games, and they’ve scored two or more goals in five of their six competitive matches this season.

Lyon started their Ligue 1 campaign slowly, suffering losses in their first two matches, but they’ve shown improvement with a 4-3 win over Strasbourg and a goalless draw against Lens. As they prepare for their 109th top-flight ‘Choc des Olympiques’ against Marseille, they hold the advantage in the historical head-to-heads (W37, D40, L31).

Brest marked a historic moment in European football with a 2-1 victory over Sturm Graz in Guingamp, their first-ever UEFA Champions League win. However, their domestic form remains a concern, having won only one Ligue 1 match this season while conceding ten goals.

Monaco remains one of the four unbeaten teams after four rounds of Ligue 1 (W3, D1). Their solid domestic form was bolstered by an impressive 2-1 victory over Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League. With two upcoming home matches against teams that finished in the lower half last season, Monaco is in prime position to extend their unbeaten streak to six games for the first time in over a decade.

Manchester City and Arsenal face off in a highly anticipated match, which, while not decisive this early, could have major title implications. Last season, City edged out Arsenal by just two points to claim their fourth consecutive Premier League crown, underlining the importance of this clash.

Stoke City enters this match after a mixed start to the season, winning two and losing three of their last five matches. Key players for Stoke include Viktor Johansson, Ben Wilmot, and Million Manhoef, with Johansson and Wilmot playing every minute in the last five games.

Stuttgart return to Bundesliga action after participating in the UEFA Champions League (UCL) for the first time since the 2009/10 season, where they put on a strong display but ultimately lost 3-1 to reigning champions Real Madrid. Sebastian Hoeneß’s team faces a tough challenge against Borussia Dortmund, last season’s UCL runners-up.

Montpellier are enduring one of their worst starts to a season this century, sitting at the bottom of Ligue 1 with just one point from four games (D1, L3). They’ve conceded a league-high 13 goals, giving them a disastrous goal difference of -11.

Schalke currently occupies 13th place in the standings with one win, one draw, and three losses from five matches. They have scored nine goals but conceded 11. At home, they have been inconsistent, winning one match and losing another, with a total score of 6:4.

Paderborn currently sits 7th in the 2. Bundesliga standings with nine points from five matches (W2, D3). They have scored nine goals while conceding six, showcasing a balanced approach. At home, they have been solid, securing one win and one draw (3:1 aggregate).

AS Roma’s start to the Serie A season has been disappointing, as they remain winless after four games (D3, L1). Their recent 1-1 draw with Genoa, featuring a late equaliser conceded, marked their worst start since the 2010/11 season. The poor run led to the sacking of Daniele De Rossi, with Ivan Jurić appointed as his replacement. Adding to Roma’s woes, Alexis Saelemaekers is sidelined with an ankle injury, likely for at least two months.

Monza remains winless in Serie A this season (D3, L1) but gained a significant morale boost by drawing 1-1 with Inter Milan at Stadio Brianteo. Despite taking the lead in the 81st minute, Monza’s failure to hold onto the win extended their winless streak to 13 league matches (D6, L7)—the longest current streak in Serie A.

Angers and Nantes will clash on matchday five of Ligue 1, with Angers struggling at the bottom of the table without a win so far this season (D1, L3). They managed to secure their first point last weekend with a 1-1 draw against Strasbourg. Despite this small boost, Angers’ poor home record—having won just twice in their last 17 Ligue 1 home games (D2, L13)—raises concerns.

Valencia's La Liga season has been troubling, as they find themselves at the bottom of the table after a heavy 3-0 defeat to Atlético Madrid. This is the first time since the 2018/19 season that Valencia has failed to win any of their first five league matches.

Lecce held Torino to a 0-0 draw last weekend, adding to their points tally with four from their last two Serie A matches, including a 1-0 win over Cagliari. Manager Luca Gotti expressed satisfaction with the defensive performance but noted the need for improvement in attack.

San Jose Earthquakes will face St. Louis City at PayPal Park. The Earthquakes are positioned 14th with 18 points from 29 matches, having won 5, drawn 3, and lost 21. They have scored 36 goals and conceded 67. At home, they’ve struggled, winning only 3 of 14 matches.

Los Angeles Galaxy will face Vancouver Whitecaps at Dignity Health Sports Park. The Galaxy, leading the league, are set to take on the 6th-placed Whitecaps. Los Angeles Galaxy has accumulated 16 wins, 7 draws, and 7 losses from 30 matches, with a total score of 59:44.

Real Salt Lake will welcome the Portland Timbers to America First Field in a clash that promises high intensity. Real Salt Lake, currently 2nd in the standings, has been strong at home with ten wins and one draw from fourteen matches. They recently secured a 3-2 victory over FC Dallas.

Colorado Rapids will host Toronto FC at Dick's Sporting Goods Park. This season, Colorado Rapids have played 29 matches, winning 14, drawing 5, and losing 10, with a total score of 56 goals for and 50 against, giving them a goal difference of +6. At home, they have been strong, with 9 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses from 14 matches, scoring 30 goals and conceding 18.

Sporting Kansas City will host Minnesota United at Children's Mercy Park. Currently 12th in the standings, Sporting Kansas City has played 30 matches, with eight wins, seven draws, and fifteen losses. They have scored 49 goals and conceded 56, resulting in a goal difference of -7.

Nashville SC, currently 12th in the standings, has managed eight wins, eight draws, and thirteen losses this season. Their goal tally stands at 29 scored and 44 conceded, leading to a goal difference of -15. At home, Nashville SC holds a middle-ground record with five wins, five draws, and five losses, having scored 19 and conceded 19. Their latest match ended with a 1-0 victory over Chicago Fire.

FC Dallas enters this match having played 29 matches, winning 9, drawing 7, and losing 13. With 46 goals scored and 48 conceded, they hold a negative goal difference of -2. At home, their record is stronger with 8 wins from 14 matches. Their last match saw them narrowly lose 3-2 against Real Salt Lake.

Austin FC currently sits in 10th place with 35 points from 29 matches, having secured 9 wins, 8 draws, and 12 losses. With a goal difference of -9, they’ve scored 32 goals and conceded 41. At home, they hold the 9th spot, winning 6 matches, drawing 4, and losing 4.

New York Red Bulls currently sit in 5th place with 43 points from 29 matches. They've recorded 10 wins, 13 draws, and 6 losses, boasting a 45:37 goal difference. Their home form has been solid, with 7 wins, 6 draws, and only 1 loss from 14 matches, scoring 26 goals while conceding 13.

Columbus Crew enters this match ranked 3rd in the standings with 15 wins, 8 draws, and 5 losses from 28 games. Their strong home form has seen them win 7 matches and draw 4 out of 13 games, conceding only 28 goals and boasting a score difference of +26.

CF Montreal heads into this clash ranked 13th with 31 points from 29 matches (W7, D10, L12), and a goal difference of -22. At home, they’ve been fairly solid, sitting 10th with 5 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses in 14 matches, scoring 21 goals and conceding 23.

Fiorentina's rocky start to the season continued after a 3-2 loss to Atalanta, where they squandered a lead twice. Under new coach Raffaele Palladino, La Viola remain winless in Serie A (D3, L1), and failing to beat Lazio would mark their worst start to a league campaign since 2003/04.

Brighton’s new manager, Fabian Hürzeler, has made an impressive start, and now he has the chance to make club history. Brighton have never gone unbeaten in their first five games of a top-flight season, but that is now within reach.

Real Madrid come into this fixture unbeaten after five LaLiga games (W3, D2), but two draws have left them four points behind Barcelona. Despite the gap, their defense has been solid, with back-to-back 2-0 league wins, continuing a trend of winning by multi-goal margins without conceding. In midweek, they secured a 3-1 home victory over Stuttgart in the Champions League, and Madrid have shown no signs of slowing down in matches following European commitments, winning their last five such games—four of them without allowing a goal.

Juventus’ explosive start to the 2024/25 season was briefly slowed by back-to-back goalless draws in Serie A, but they bounced back midweek with a commanding 3-1 Champions League win over PSV Eindhoven. Juventus have been inconsistent, either scoring exactly three goals in their victories or failing to find the net in their draws.

Reims head into this match fresh from back-to-back Ligue 1 victories as underdogs, having defeated Nantes and Rennes 2-1 in their recent outings. A win here would see them equal their best five-round start to a Ligue 1 season in the last 20 years.

Eintracht Frankfurt's early Bundesliga worries have been eased with recent back-to-back victories, including a 3-1 win over Hoffenheim and a 2-1 success against Wolfsburg. The team is now looking to secure a third consecutive league win, a milestone they haven’t achieved since December 2021.

Rennes have had an eventful start to their Ligue 1 campaign with a mix of strong performances at home and struggles on the road (W2, L2). While they’ve enjoyed comfortable 3-0 victories over Lyon and Montpellier at home, their defensive issues away have been evident, conceding five goals. Manager Julien Stéphan is preparing for a more challenging encounter against Lens, who have held Rennes to draws in their previous home encounters since Lens' promotion in 2020 (D2, L2). All these matches were tightly contested, with fewer than 2.5 goals scored in each.

Crystal Palace will be looking to build on their recent EFL Cup win over QPR (2-1) to kickstart their Premier League campaign. The Eagles have struggled in the league so far, failing to win any of their first four matches (D2, L2), which marks their worst start since the 2017/18 season.

Charlotte FC will face off against New England Revolution at Bank of America Stadium. Charlotte FC, currently 7th in the standings, has been inconsistent with ten wins, eight draws, and eleven losses from 29 matches. Their recent form includes three losses and two draws, with their last match resulting in a 2-0 defeat to Orlando City.

New York City FC is set to host Inter Miami at Yankee Stadium. Currently in 6th place, New York City has struggled recently, losing 1-5 to Philadelphia Union in their last match. Despite a solid home record with 8 wins and 2 draws from 14 games, they've had difficulties finding their rhythm, scoring just 42 goals so far this season. Injuries to Birk Risa may impact their defensive stability.

Osasuna will look to bounce back from a 3-1 defeat to Rayo Vallecano as they host Las Palmas. Despite their recent setback, Osasuna has been strong at home, remaining unbeaten in their last five home matches (W2, D3), with both wins coming this season.

Real Valladolid's difficult start to the new LaLiga season continued with a 3-1 loss at Celta Vigo last weekend, extending their winless streak to four matches (D1, L3). After a humbling 7-0 defeat to Barcelona, head coach Paulo Pezzolano faced another challenging game, as his side conceded two more goals in the first half before Raúl Moro scored in the second half.

Venezia’s return to Serie A has been challenging, with the team struggling at the bottom of the table after four matches (D1, L3). Their offensive woes were starkly highlighted in a 4-0 defeat to AC Milan, where they conceded all four goals within the first 30 minutes—an unprecedented occurrence in their Serie A history, only previously matched in 1949.

Werder Bremen will face Bayern Munich in their 115th Bundesliga encounter, with Bremen hoping to improve their record against the Bavarians (W27, D26, L61). Bremen comes into this match unbeaten in the league so far, having secured their first win of the season in their last game with a 2-1 victory over Mainz, despite being down to ten men.

Union Berlin have made an excellent start to the Bundesliga season, remaining unbeaten with one win and two draws (W1, D2). Their strong defensive record is highlighted by conceding just one goal, the fewest in the league. However, their scoring has been limited, with only two goals so far, suggesting their games have been rather uneventful.

Heidenheim started the season strongly with two wins and clean sheets, but their reality check came on matchday three with a 4-2 loss to Borussia Dortmund. Despite the setback, this was only their second defeat in 12 league games (W5, D5), and they will be eager to bounce back against Freiburg, a team they managed to avoid losing to in both meetings last season (W1, D1).

Bochum barely avoided relegation last season via the play-off, and early indications suggest that they could face another tough campaign. New head coach Peter Zeidler is already under pressure after overseeing four straight defeats, including three in the Bundesliga and a shock DFB-Pokal exit to Jahn Regensburg from the second tier.

Lille's unbeaten start to the season, which saw them qualify for the UEFA Champions League group stage (W4, D1), has taken a sharp downturn, with Les Dogues now on a four-match losing streak across all competitions. Their latest setback came in Europe, where they lost 2-0 to Sporting Lisbon after Angel Gomes was sent off in the first half.

Tottenham and Brentford will need to bounce back quickly after their midweek EFL Cup matches, with Spurs especially feeling the pressure during a stretch of seven games in 22 days. Tottenham’s struggles against top-six rivals continued with a 1-0 loss to Arsenal, marking their sixth consecutive Premier League defeat as underdogs.

Southampton’s return to the Premier League has been nothing short of frustrating, with the Saints suffering four consecutive defeats, their most recent coming against Manchester United. Both Southampton and Everton are yet to collect a point this season.

Liverpool's perfect start to the season under Arne Slot came to an unexpected halt with a 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest in their last Premier League outing. The Reds quickly rebounded, showing their resilience in the UEFA Champions League by overturning an early deficit to beat AC Milan 3-1.

Leicester City and Everton both find themselves winless heading into this Premier League clash, with Leicester experiencing a frustrating start to their top-flight return (D2, L2). Their recent 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace added to their misfortunes, including controversy over a disallowed goal.

Fulham come into this match after a tough week, having been denied victory in the dying moments against West Ham in a game they largely dominated. To add to their frustration, they were eliminated from the League Cup after an extraordinary 16-15 penalty shootout defeat to Preston.

Aston Villa continued their impressive start to the season with a dominant 3-0 win over Young Boys in the UEFA Champions League, marking their return to Europe's elite competition for the first time since the 1980s. This result followed their thrilling 3-2 comeback victory over Everton in the Premier League.

West Ham are struggling to gain momentum in the Premier League, having only secured one win in their first four matches (D1, L2), which is part of a larger run of just three victories in their last 15 league outings (D5, L7). Their 1-1 draw at Fulham last weekend was salvaged by a 95th-minute equaliser, highlighting the ongoing frustrations under Julen Lopetegui’s management.

Alavés have enjoyed their best La Liga start in six years, collecting seven points from their first five matches (W2, D1, L2). Despite this promising form, manager Luis García has cautioned fans not to get too carried away, emphasizing that the team, with 14 new arrivals this summer, is still in the process of gelling. This follows a 3-2 defeat at Espanyol after back-to-back wins over Las Palmas and Real Sociedad.

Hellas Verona has had an erratic start under new coach Paolo Zanetti, alternating between wins and losses in their first five competitive matches of the season. The Mastiffs are looking to break a poor run against Torino, with their last home win against the Granata dating back to February 2018.

Cagliari endured a tough 4-0 defeat to Napoli last week, leaving them winless in their first four Serie A matches (D2, L2) and in the relegation zone. Their attacking struggles are evident, having scored just once this season and registering only five shots on target in their last two games.

After a rocky start to the Bundesliga season with one draw and one loss, conceding six goals in their first two games, Augsburg managed to secure a 3-1 win against St Pauli last weekend, with all goals coming in the second half. Despite this victory, Augsburg's defensive issues persist, as they have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last nine competitive matches.

Nice's start under new manager Franck Haise has been disappointing, with only one win in their first four games (D1, L2) despite taking the lead in all but one match. Their defense has struggled, failing to keep a clean sheet so far this season.

Seattle Sounders is currently 5th in the standings with 13 wins, 7 draws, and 9 losses from 29 matches, totaling 43 points. Their home form is solid with 7 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses in 14 games, scoring 21 and conceding 11. They recently secured a 2-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City.

Portland Timbers is currently 8th in the standings with 40 points from 28 matches, having won 11, drawn 7, and lost 10. At home, they have been strong with 8 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses from 14 games, scoring 35 and conceding 22.

Los Angeles FC is positioned 2nd in the standings with 14 wins, 6 draws, and 7 losses from 27 matches, boasting a goal difference of +15. They have performed well at home, with 9 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses from 14 games, scoring 31 goals and conceding 16.

Real Salt Lake is positioned 4th in the standings with 13 wins, 8 draws, and 7 losses from 28 matches, and a goal difference of +14. At home, they've performed strongly, winning 9 of 13 matches with a goal difference of +16. However, they suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat to Houston Dynamo in their last match.

Sporting Kansas City, positioned 12th with 28 points from 29 matches, has struggled this season with 7 wins, 7 draws, and 15 losses, and a goal difference of -10. At home, they have recorded 5 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses from 14 matches, scoring 29 goals and conceding 26.

Nashville SC, currently in 14th place, has accumulated 29 points from 28 matches, with 7 wins, 8 draws, and 13 losses. Their goal tally stands at 28:44. At home, they rank 12th with 4 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses from 14 matches, scoring 18 goals and conceding 19.

Minnesota United is in 9th place with 28 matches played. Their record includes 11 wins, 6 draws, and 11 losses, with a goal tally of 47:46. At home, they rank 13th with 5 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses from 14 matches, scoring 22 goals and conceding 20. Their recent form includes a 3-1 victory over St. Louis City.

Houston Dynamo is currently in 7th place with 44 points from 28 matches. Their record includes 12 wins, 8 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal tally of 41:32, giving them a goal difference of +9. At home, they rank 10th with 5 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses from 14 matches, scoring 17 goals and conceding 12.

Orlando City is 5th in the standings with 40 points from 28 matches. They have won 11, drawn 7, and lost 10, scoring 45 goals and conceding 41, resulting in a goal difference of +4. At home, they have a record of 5 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses from 14 matches, with a goal tally of 23:15.

Toronto FC is currently 8th in the standings with 29 matches played. They have won 11, drawn 3, and lost 15, scoring 38 goals and conceding 51, resulting in a goal difference of -13. At home, Toronto FC has 7 wins and 7 losses from 14 matches, with a total score of 26:25.

New York City FC is currently in 6th place with 40 points from 28 matches, having won 11, drawn 7, and lost 10. They have scored 41 goals and conceded 37, showing a solid home record with 8 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses. Their last match ended in a 1-1 draw against DC United.

New England Revolution currently finds themselves in a disappointing 15th place in the standings, accumulating 27 points from 27 matches. With a record of eight wins, three draws, and 16 losses, their goal difference stands at -24 (30 goals scored, 54 conceded).

Atlanta United enters this match in the 10th position in the MLS standings with 31 points from 28 matches, having recorded eight wins, seven draws, and 13 losses. Despite their struggles, they have scored 36 goals but conceded 40, giving them a goal difference of -4. Atlanta's recent home form is inconsistent, with five wins, three draws, and six losses in 14 matches.

Leganés return home after a 2-0 defeat to Real Betis, but head coach Borja Jiménez remains optimistic, dismissing any concerns over their scoring drought. With three consecutive goalless games and a low cumulative xG of 0.53, the team's struggle has been more about creativity than finishing.

Monaco’s return to the UEFA Champions League after finishing second in Ligue 1 last season under Adi Hütter sets up an exciting first test against Barcelona. Monaco enters the game unbeaten in their domestic campaign (W3, D1), most recently securing a 3-0 win over Auxerre.

Brest, having finished third in Ligue 1 last season, are entering their first-ever UEFA Champions League campaign. As the 12th different French club to reach this stage, Éric Roy’s side aim to make an impression despite a tough start to their domestic season, with three losses in their first four matches.

Atlético Madrid is set to begin this year's UEFA Champions League campaign, just five months after being knocked out by Borussia Dortmund. With two consecutive home games against Bundesliga teams, Atlético hopes to make a statement as they embark on their 12th straight UCL season under Diego Simeone.

Atalanta's thrilling start to the Serie A season continued as they came from behind to beat Fiorentina 3-2, with all goals scored in the first half. Their four league matches this season have averaged four goals per game (W2, L2), suggesting they could bring plenty of entertainment to their UEFA Champions League (UCL) campaign.

Feyenoord’s promising start to the Eredivisie season hit a bump with a 2-2 draw against Groningen, making it three draws from their first four matches. Despite this, they remain unbeaten in the league with 24 games without defeat (W17, D7). Feyenoord now looks to regain winning form as they begin their second consecutive UEFA Champions League (UCL) campaign.

Two former European champions face off in the UEFA Champions League (UCL) as Red Star Belgrade, winners of the 1991 European Cup, meet two-time champions Benfica. Red Star secured their spot in the competition by defeating Bodø/Glimt in a play-off, with Uroš Spajić highlighting the victory as a career highlight.

Real Betis managed to secure their first league win of the season with a 2-0 victory over Leganés, breaking their scoring drought. This win came after a challenging start, with only one goal scored in their previous league matches. With manager Manuel Pellegrini set to make history as the foreign coach with the most La Liga matches, Betis is eager to mark this milestone with consecutive home victories.

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) continues to excel in Ligue 1, demonstrating their attacking prowess with 16 goals in their first four matches this season. However, their UEFA Champions League (UCL) campaign has been less fruitful, with their only final appearance in 2019/20 ending in defeat to Bayern Munich, and a semi-final exit last season to Borussia Dortmund.

Manchester City face Inter Milan in a rematch of the 2023 final, where City claimed their first-ever Champions League title. The hosts come into this game with an impressive 23-game unbeaten run in the competition over 90 minutes (W16, D7), boosting their confidence.

Club Brugge return to the UEFA Champions League after a strong showing in the Conference League last season. They’ve built confidence at home, having gone unbeaten at the Jan Breydel Stadium in Europe (W6, D3), and have started their domestic league with four straight wins.

Celtic begin their UEFA Champions League campaign in the newly formatted league phase with a home game, aiming to rekindle their European glory from 1966/67. This opening match is against Slovan Bratislava, considered one of the weaker teams in the group, making it crucial for Celtic to secure a victory if they want to advance to the knockout stages for the first time since 2012/13.

Sparta Prague return to the UEFA Champions League proper for the first time in 19 years after multiple unsuccessful qualification attempts. Having gone unbeaten in 13 competitive matches this season (W11, D2), the Czech champions have successfully navigated three qualification rounds to reach this stage.

Bologna’s 60-year wait for UEFA Champions League football finally ends after a fifth-place finish in Serie A last season, earning them a spot in Europe’s elite competition for the first time since their Italian title win in 1964. However, the summer departures of key figures, including manager Thiago Motta, have had an impact.

Mallorca suffered a tough defeat over the weekend despite their determined performance against Villarreal. Ayoze Pérez's late goal led to a 2-1 loss, leaving Mallorca with just one win in their first five matches (D2, L2). This continues a troubling trend from last season, where they finished 15th and struggled to find the net, scoring only three goals from 57 attempts this season.

Sporting CP, despite a recent unimpressive European record, have started the 2024/25 season in blistering form domestically. They lead Liga Portugal after winning their first five games with an impressive 19-2 aggregate score.

Real Madrid, the reigning UEFA Champions League champions, kick off their 2024/25 campaign with a match against Stuttgart. Last season, Madrid was unbeaten against Bundesliga teams, including a 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the UCL final to secure their 15th European title.

Bayern Munich, after a perfect start to their Bundesliga season with 11 goals in three matches, embark on their 17th consecutive Champions League campaign with high hopes. Having reached the semi-finals last season, they aim to progress further this year.

AC Milan and Liverpool will face off in a highly anticipated Champions League clash, rekindling memories of their dramatic encounters in previous finals. Liverpool's iconic comeback in Istanbul in 2005 and Milan's revenge in Athens in 2007 are etched in UCL history.

Young Boys and Aston Villa are set to make history as they play in the inaugural UEFA Champions League league phase. The Swiss side, having achieved their first-ever consecutive UCL appearances this season, will aim for a significant milestone: a springtime UCL appearance.

Juventus returns to European competition after a year’s absence due to financial regulation violations, facing PSV at the Allianz Stadium. Despite both teams’ illustrious histories and their previous European successes in the 1980s, this will be their first-ever meeting.

Many questioned how PSG would perform after the summer departure of Kylian Mbappé, but early signs suggest they are adapting just fine. The reigning Ligue 1 champions have started the season in dominant fashion, winning their first three matches. In those games, PSG have scored 13 goals while conceding just two, showcasing their attacking prowess despite the loss of their star forward.

The international break arguably came at an unfortunate time for Bournemouth, who, after drawing their first two matches, became the first Premier League team to win despite being two goals down at the 87th minute, securing a 3-2 victory over Everton. Manager Andoni Iraola admitted that Everton “deserved to win,” but his late attacking substitutions were widely praised.

This round of the UEFA Nations League promises excitement across all fixtures. Denmark, riding high after a managerial change, aim to secure back-to-back wins against Serbia, who have been strong defensively but lack attacking firepower.

Azerbaijan faces Sweden as both teams look to improve their recent form under new management, with Azerbaijan hoping to maintain their unbeaten home streak. Denmark hosts Switzerland in a closely contested game, where defensive stability may dictate the outcome.

This weekend’s Premier League action promises exciting matchups, as teams continue to settle into their campaigns. Key fixtures feature top contenders and teams striving for early-season points, offering intense competition and the chance for fans to witness great football.

Two of Europe’s heavyweight footballing nations clash once again, but this time an Olympic gold medal is up for grabs as hosts France meet Euro 2024 winners Spain with both looking to add another chapter to their illustrious histories. Thierry Henry’s French side negotiated a tricky match-up with Egypt at the semi-final stage, eventually running out 3-1 victors after extra time, to reach the final of this competition for the first time since winning it back in 1984 in Los Angeles.

Egypt finds themselves on the cusp of making history, aiming for their first-ever Olympic medal in men's football despite a heartbreaking 3-1 extra-time loss to France in the semi-finals. However, they face a psychological hurdle against Morocco, who defeated them in last summer's U23 Africa Cup of Nations final.

France secured their spot in the 2024 Olympic men's football semi-final with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Argentina in a tense quarter-final. Jean-Philippe Mateta's early goal proved decisive, propelling the hosts to their first semi-final appearance since their gold medal win in 1984. However, the match was marred by post-game clashes, resulting in Enzo Millot's suspension.

Morocco has made history by reaching the semi-finals of the 2024 Olympics football tournament, a feat they've never achieved before in the U23 format. Their impressive 4-0 victory over the USA in the quarter-finals has guaranteed them a shot at a medal, mirroring the success of their senior team in the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

France, as the host nation, has made an impressive start to their Olympic campaign, securing top spot in Group A with a perfect record. Their 3-0 victory over New Zealand in the final group match highlighted their dominance, as they aim to become the third host nation to win gold since 1992.

Egypt secured their place in the quarter-finals with an impressive unbeaten run through Group C, culminating in a 2-1 victory over tournament favorites Spain. This marks their third consecutive appearance at this stage of the Olympic football tournament, as they aim for their first semi-final berth since 1964.

Japan enters the quarter-finals with an impeccable record, having won all three group stage matches without conceding a goal. Their recent 1-0 victory against Israel maintained their perfect defensive record and 100% win rate in Group D.

Morocco secured their first-ever spot in the Olympic men's football knockout stage, topping Group A after a convincing 3-0 victory over Iraq. Their impressive performance, including three goals within 17 first-half minutes, allowed them to edge out Argentina on head-to-head record.

Paraguay's dramatic 4-2 victory over Israel has put them in a strong position heading into the final group game. A draw would secure their place above Mali and advance them to the quarter-finals, though only a win guarantees progression after their 5-0 defeat to Japan in the opener.

Israel faces a challenging situation after their 4-2 defeat against Paraguay at the Parc des Princes. They enter the final group stage match at the bottom of Group D, needing a victory against table-topping Japan and favorable results elsewhere to have any chance of progressing to the knockout stages.

The United States rebounded strongly from their opening 3-0 defeat against France, securing a commanding 4-1 victory over New Zealand. This impressive performance has put them in control of their qualification destiny for the knockout stages.

New Zealand's Olympic campaign has taken a dramatic turn. After a promising 2-1 victory over Guinea, they suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat against the USA, exposing their vulnerabilities against higher-quality opposition. This setback has put their qualification hopes in jeopardy as they prepare to face hosts France in their final group match.

Group B of the 2024 Olympic Games remains wide open, with all teams level on three points after two matches. Ukraine rebounded from their initial loss to Iraq with a remarkable 2-1 victory over Morocco, despite being reduced to ten men. This win showcases their resilience, although they'll miss midfielder Volodymyr Salyuk due to suspension following his red card.

Morocco finds themselves in a tense situation in Group B, deadlocked with Argentina and Ukraine on three points. The final group matches will determine who advances, with tiebreakers potentially coming into play if needed.

Spain, having secured victories in their first two Group C matches at the 2024 Olympics, have already guaranteed their place in the knockout stages. They currently lead the group and will maintain this position if they avoid defeat against underdogs Egypt in their final group game.

While the Dominican Republic made history by scoring their first-ever Olympic goal, they face a challenging path to the knockout stages after a 3-1 defeat to Spain. Los Quisqueyanos must secure a win against the already-eliminated Uzbekistan and hope for favorable results elsewhere to advance.

Japan kicked off their Olympic campaign with a stunning 5-0 victory over Paraguay, featuring braces from Shunsuke Mito and Shota Fujio. Captain Joel Fujita emphasized the importance of their opening match, but now the focus shifts to securing progression with a game to spare by winning against Mali.

France, one of the pre-tournament favorites, boosted their confidence in ending a 40-year Olympic men's football gold medal drought after routing the USA 3-0 on matchday one. Les Bleus have reached at least the quarter-finals in their two previous home Games, a feat they're likely to replicate with a win against Guinea.

New Zealand delivered one of the biggest shocks of the men's football tournament's opening day by securing just their second-ever Olympic victory, defeating Guinea 2-1. With a core group of players fresh from winning the OFC Nations Cup with the senior national team in June, the OlyWhites are now in a strong position where even a draw against the USA could see them reach the quarter-finals for a second consecutive time.

Israel's return to Olympic men's football after 48 years resulted in a 1-1 draw with Mali, leaving them still in search of their first tournament win since 1968. Despite this, Guy Luzon's men sit second in Group D after the opening round, aiming to replicate the country's quarter-final runs in their previous two Olympic appearances.

Uzbekistan's fans brought great colour and noise to day one of the Paris 2024 Olympics men's football tournament. Their team pushed Spain harder than expected before falling to a 2-1 defeat. While the White Wolves made a good impression during their Olympic debut, they now face pressure to secure points against Egypt to keep their qualification hopes alive.

Ukraine's excitement of their first Olympic Games appearance may have led to their 2-1 defeat against Iraq in their Group B opener, despite scoring first. They now face pressure to avoid an early exit as they prepare to face Morocco. Manager Ruslan Rotan, drawing from his 100 caps for the senior national side, will need to devise a winning strategy.

After the first round of fixtures, the Dominican Republic faces the longest odds of winning the men's football at the 2024 Olympic Games. They are set to take on second-favorites Spain in Bordeaux on Saturday. Los Quisqueyanos, making their Olympic debut, began their campaign with a 0-0 draw against Egypt on Wednesday. They remain in contention in Group C, with their final match against fellow newcomers Uzbekistan scheduled for next Tuesday.

To say that Argentina's opening match at the 2024 Olympics in Paris was eventful would be an understatement. The South American nation lost 2-1 to Morocco in one of football's most controversial fixtures in recent memory. After trailing by a goal heading into second-half stoppage time, Cristian Medina seemingly equalized in the 106th minute. However, fans stormed the pitch, forcing a temporary suspension of the game.

Host nation France enters the Olympic games with high spirits, having secured impressive friendly victories over Paraguay and Dominican Republic with an aggregate score of 11-1. This extended their unbeaten run to five matches (W3, D2), providing a solid foundation for iconic coach Thierry Henry to build upon.

Mali has consistently participated in the Summer Olympics since 1964, barring the 1976 Montreal games due to an African boycott. However, they've yet to secure a podium finish. Their only prior football participation in the 2004 Olympics saw them reach the quarter-finals after topping their group, setting a precedent they hope to surpass in Paris.

Japan has qualified for a record-breaking eighth successive Olympic Games, but faces challenges as they head to Paris. Star players like Real Sociedad's Takefusa Kubo and Parma's Zion Suzuki have been prevented from participating by their clubs. As a result, Go Oiwa has named an 18-man squad without a single over-23 player, with national team director Masakuni Yamamoto describing the selection process as "difficult".

After a stunning fourth-placed finish at the 2004 Olympics, Iraq have struggled to make an impact, failing to qualify in 2008, 2012, and 2020 while suffering elimination at the group stage in 2016. Motivated by past shortcomings, the Lions of Babylon aim to impress in Paris, having secured their spot by finishing third in the AFC U-23 Asian Cup earlier this year.

Guinea, the last team to qualify for the Olympic football tournament, is set to begin their first men's Olympic football campaign in 56 years. They face New Zealand, who will be participating in their fourth out of the last five Olympic Games. Despite being late qualifiers, Guinea is favored to start their campaign with a win.

Egypt, led by head coach Rogério Micale, who guided Brazil to Olympic glory in 2016, is aiming for their first-ever Olympic medal. Despite 12 previous attempts, with fourth-place finishes in 1928 and 1964 being their best results, expectations are high as they head to Paris.

Uzbekistan secured their historic first-ever Olympic Games qualification with a 2-0 victory over Indonesia in April. The White Wolves are set to begin their maiden campaign against tournament second-favorites Spain on Wednesday. With only Iraq, Dominican Republic, and New Zealand having longer odds, expectations for Uzbekistan are modest.

Football fans are in for an early treat as the Olympic Games football tournament kicks off before the opening ceremony. A thrilling Group B match between Argentina and Morocco is set to take place at the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard. Both teams are expected to make their mark, with Argentina being second-favorites for the gold medal, while Morocco sits fourth according to most bookmakers.

The 2024 Copa América final presents a historic clash between Argentina and Colombia at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium. This marks Argentina's record 30th appearance in the final, while Colombia makes only their third. For the first time in Copa América history, these two nations will battle for the ultimate prize.

The 2024 Copa América culminates in a battle for bronze between semi-final losers Canada and Uruguay. Canada's journey to this stage marks a historic achievement for North America in this USA-hosted tournament. Manager Jesse Marsch's brave side fell to reigning champions Argentina, but their performance has exceeded expectations.

A month-long football extravaganza culminates in a thrilling finale at Berlin's Olympiastadion, where Spain and England clash for Euro 2024 glory. Spain, having overcome France in a comeback semi-final victory, enter as favorites, boasting an impressive record of winning four out of five major finals.

Uruguay and Colombia are set to clash in a high-stakes Copa América semi-final. Uruguay, fresh off a penalty shootout victory against Brazil, enters the match with a streak of three consecutive wins without conceding. Their unbeaten run in competitive matches has now extended to eight (W7, D1).

The Netherlands have shown remarkable improvement in the knockout phase of Euro 2024 after a lackluster group stage performance. Their 2-1 comeback victory against Turkey in Berlin secured them a place in their first major tournament semi-final in a decade, and their first at the Euros since 2004. They now face pre-tournament favorites England in Dortmund.

Spain secured a significant victory against hosts Germany in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals, advancing to the semi-finals. The match was a thrilling contest that ended 1-1 after 90 minutes, with Mikel Merino scoring a dramatic 119th-minute winner. This victory extended Spain's impressive seven-game winning streak.

East Rutherford hosts the first of two exciting Copa América semi-finals, with world champions Argentina aiming for their third consecutive final appearance in major tournaments. After winning all three group games without conceding, including a 2-0 victory against Canada, their only defensive slip came in a 1-1 draw with Ecuador, leading to a penalty shootout.

The Netherlands showed their championship potential with a convincing 3-0 victory over Romania in the last 16 of UEFA Euro 2024. Manager Ronald Koeman praised the team's "outstanding" performance, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. The Oranje have now scored three or more goals in four matches this year and kept eight clean sheets in their last 11 internationals.

England face Switzerland in a crucial UEFA Euro 2024 quarter-final clash. The Three Lions narrowly escaped elimination in the last 16, thanks to late heroics from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane against Slovakia. England's historical dominance over Switzerland (18 wins, 5 draws, 1 loss in their last 24 meetings) provides confidence, but they'll need to step up their game to progress.

Uruguay fans are buzzing with excitement as their team shows promise to end a 13-year Copa América title drought. The Sky Blues, who haven't reached a semi-final since their 2011 victory, have dominated the competition, winning all three matches and topping their group for only the second time since 1995 - a year they also claimed the title.

Colombia's impressive form continued with a 1-1 draw against Brazil, extending their unbeaten streak to 26 matches (W20, D6) since February 2022. This result secured their top spot in Copa América's group D and solidified their status as serious contenders for the title.

Venezuela has advanced to the Copa América quarter-finals after winning all three matches in Group B, a first in their 18 tournament appearances. A victory against Canada, ranked six places above them, would see the Wine-Red reach the semi-finals for the first time since 2011.

Argentina have been dominant in Group A, winning all three matches without conceding a goal. They've secured at least a quarter-final spot in their last 15 Copa América appearances since 1987. Remarkably, Lionel Scaloni's team has lost only twice in 60 games since July 2019.

The most recent encounter between Portugal and France at the UEFA European Championships ended in a 2-2 draw, with three of the goals coming from penalties. Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored both spot-kicks for Portugal in that match, recently missed a penalty against Slovenia in extra time but redeemed himself in the shootout, helping Portugal advance to the quarter-finals.

Spain and Germany, the two most successful nations in UEFA European Championships history, are set to clash in the quarter-finals. This marks their first encounter in the knockout stages of a major tournament since the 2010 World Cup semi-finals. Spain has dominated recent matchups, including a 1-0 victory in that semi-final and a 6-0 thrashing in the 2020/21 UEFA Nations League.

Costa Rica's chances of reaching the Copa América knockout phase are slim, requiring a victory against already-eliminated Paraguay to have any hope of advancing. After a promising goalless draw against Brazil, they suffered a 3-0 defeat to Colombia, leaving them scoreless in five of their last six Copa América matches.

Brazil showed their class by defeating Paraguay 4-1 after a lackluster 0-0 draw against Costa Rica in their Copa América opener. A draw against Colombia will secure their quarter-final spot, but the Seleção aim to win and top the group to potentially avoid Uruguay in the last eight.

Austria has emerged as surprise winners of their Euro 2024 group, which included powerhouses France and the Netherlands. Ralf Rangnick's team secured their place in the knockouts with victories in their final two games. This marks their second appearance at this stage, following a heartbreaking 2-1 extra-time defeat to eventual champions Italy in 2021.

Romania achieved a historic moment by progressing beyond the group stage of a European Championship for the first time since 2000. Manager Edward Iordănescu vehemently denied accusations of match manipulation following their 1-1 draw with Slovakia, pointing to the intense competition and high shot count as evidence of a genuine contest.

The USA faces a must-win situation in their final group stage match following a shocking 2-1 loss to Panama, where key player Timothy Weah received a red card for punching an opponent. Anything short of victory will leave the Stars and Stripes dependent on a struggling Bolivia (L2) to secure a result. USA captain Christian Pulisic has boldly stated that his team must "play the game of our lives" to progress in this crucial encounter.

Bolivia's Copa América campaign has been disappointing, with their last tournament victory dating back nine years. Barring an unlikely swing in goal difference, they are set to exit at the group stage. Manager Antônio Carlos Zago will be particularly concerned about their performance, especially the 5-0 defeat against Uruguay on matchday two.

Mexico has been in turmoil for the past couple of years, cycling through three managers since the 2022 FIFA World Cup and experiencing significant changes in the Mexican Football Federation, including electing a new president in May 2023. The pressure is on for El Tri to reach the Copa América quarter-finals to avoid further upheaval.

Jamaica's Copa América journey has come to an early end, marking their third unsuccessful attempt in the tournament. The Reggae Boyz have now lost all eight of their fixtures across the 2015, 2016, and 2024 editions. However, they did manage to score their first-ever goal in the competition during their 3-1 loss to Ecuador on Wednesday.

Portugal started Euro 2024 with a bang, securing a last-gasp victory against the Czech Republic and a dominating 3-0 win over Turkey. This allowed manager Roberto Martínez to rotate his squad for the final group game against Georgia, which ended in a 2-0 defeat. Despite this loss, Portugal maintained their perfect record of reaching the knockout stages in all their Euro appearances, finishing as group winners.

France and Belgium are set to clash in a highly anticipated Round of 16 match at Euro 2024. The game will take place at Merkur Spiel-Arena in Dusseldorf on Monday, with a quarter-final spot at stake. This fixture marks the 76th encounter between these neighboring nations, with France holding the upper hand in recent meetings.

The Euro 2024 Round of 16 kicks off with an intriguing matchup between Switzerland and Italy in Berlin. Switzerland, Group A runners-up, have had a challenging run to this stage, going four straight games without a clean sheet (W1, D3), including their final warm-up match. Their resilience has been evident, though, as they've managed to come back and draw twice during this period.

Spain has emerged as a dark horse in Euro 2024, showcasing their prowess by winning all three matches in the challenging "group of death" that included Italy and Croatia. This perfect start, coupled with their first-ever clean sheet record in a major tournament group stage, has firmly established them as serious contenders for the title.

England enters the Round of 16 with mixed emotions. Despite topping Group C (W1, D2), their performances have been underwhelming, leading to growing criticism of manager Gareth Southgate. However, their seemingly favorable path to the final has kept fans' hopes alive for football to 'come home'. The Three Lions now face Slovakia, a team they've dominated in recent years with a record of five wins and one draw in their last six encounters.

Germany, the Euro 2024 hosts, have silenced their critics with an impressive performance in Group A, showcasing their versatility and determination. Julian Nagelsmann's side topped their group with a mix of high-scoring victories and gritty performances, extending their unbeaten streak to seven games this year (W5, D2). Their solid defense, which hasn't conceded more than once in any of these matches, provides a strong foundation as they aim to reach the quarter-finals of a major tournament for the first time since Euro 2016.

Canada's debut Copa América campaign continues with promise as they face Chile in their final group stage match. The Canadians secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Peru in challenging conditions, showcasing their mental and physical resilience. Now, they head to humid Orlando for a crucial encounter with Chile, a team they haven't faced in over two decades.

Argentina, the reigning Copa América champions, have secured their place in the 2024 quarter-finals with a 1-0 victory over Chile, courtesy of Lautaro Martínez's late goal. Having won their first two tournament games without conceding, Lionel Scaloni's team now has the luxury of potentially resting players before facing the Group B runners-up in the knockout stage.

Paraguay faces a daunting challenge as they prepare to take on Brazil in their second Group D match of the Copa América. After a 2-1 loss to Colombia in their opener, Paraguay finds themselves in a must-win situation to keep their hopes of progressing to the knockout stages alive. However, their recent form and historical struggles against Brazil paint a grim picture.

Colombia began their 2024 Copa América campaign with a 2-1 victory over Paraguay, extending their unbeaten streak to an impressive 24 matches (W19, D5). A win against Costa Rica would mark their first-ever run of ten consecutive victories and secure their place in a sixth straight Copa América quarter-final.

Uruguay began their Copa América Group C campaign with a solid 3-1 victory over Panama, securing three crucial points with two late goals. Darwin Núñez continued his impressive form, scoring his ninth goal in six international matches. This win strengthens Uruguay's chances of maintaining their tradition of progressing from the group stages, a feat they've achieved in eight of their last nine tournament appearances.

Panama put up a creditable fight against Uruguay in their Copa América opener in Miami, before ultimately succumbing to a 3-1 defeat with two late goals. Thomas Christiansen's team now faces hosts United States of America in Atlanta, needing a positive result to avoid repeating their group-stage exit of 2016 - their only previous Copa appearance and the last time USA hosted.

Venezuela and Mexico top Group B after winning their opening matches of the 2024 Copa América with crucial second-half goals. The winner of this match will be in a strong position to advance, as six points usually secure a top-two finish in a four-team group. This tournament has already shown improvement for Venezuela, who failed to win a group stage match in 2021 (D2, L2).

Ecuador and Jamaica clash in a crucial Copa América group stage match, with both teams desperate for points after losing their opening games. Ecuador's manager Félix Sánchez is under immense pressure following a 2-1 defeat to Venezuela, while Jamaica narrowly lost 1-0 to Mexico. Both sides need a positive result to keep their knockout stage hopes alive.

The 2024 Copa América's marquee group stage fixture sees Chile and Argentina clash at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. This match, a repeat of the 2015 and 2016 finals (both won by Chile on penalties), holds extra importance for La Roja after their goalless draw against Peru in their opening game.

Georgia faces a challenging final Group F match against Portugal at Euro 2024. Despite being the lowest-ranked team, Georgia has shown resilience, scoring in 10 of their last 11 internationals. Their 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic keeps their knockout stage hopes alive, requiring a win against the group winners.

The Czech Republic faces a must-win situation against Turkey in their final Group F match at Euro 2024. With only one point from two games, the Czechs need a victory to have any chance of progressing, while Turkey, with three points, could potentially secure a top-two finish with just a draw.

Ukraine and Belgium are set for a historic first-ever encounter in a crucial Group E finale at Euro 2024. With all four teams in the group tied on three points, this match will determine who advances and potentially secures the top spot. Ukraine, participating in their fourth consecutive Euro finals, are riding high after a comeback 2-1 victory against Slovakia, showcasing their resilience and fighting spirit.

Slovakia and Romania face a crucial encounter in Group E of the UEFA European Championships, with both teams vying for a spot in the last 16. Slovakia, currently third in the group, need a win to guarantee progression, while Romania could potentially top the group with a victory or secure advancement with a draw.

Peru faces a crucial match against Canada in their second game of the Copa América after a disappointing goalless draw with Chile. The Bicolours, semi-finalists in the last two editions, find themselves in a must-win situation, especially with Argentina looming in their final group match.

England face Slovenia in their final Group C match needing to avoid defeat to secure progression to the knockout phase. However, criticism of manager Gareth Southgate has intensified following underwhelming performances in their 1-0 win against Serbia and 1-1 draw with Denmark. England's attacking struggles have been evident, with the team failing to score more than once in five of their last seven matches.

Denmark finds themselves in a must-win situation against Serbia in their final Group C match. After two consecutive 1-1 draws against Slovenia and England, Denmark needs a victory to guarantee progression to the knockout stages. Their recent form in major tournament group stages is concerning, with just one win in their last ten such games.

The Netherlands and Austria face off in Berlin on the final matchday of Group D, with both teams knowing a draw would likely see them progress. The Dutch sit atop the group on goal difference after a controversial goalless draw against France, where Xavi Simons had a goal disallowed for offside.

France enters the final matchday of Group D in a favorable position, needing only a draw to secure a top-two finish. However, they'll be aiming for a win to potentially top the group, which could offer an easier path in the knockout stages. Their recent goalless draw against the Netherlands has left the group wide open.

Croatia's 2-2 draw against Albania in Group B prevented consecutive losses at a major tournament for the first time since Euro '96. However, after a 3-0 defeat to Spain and the late draw with Albania, Croatia now needs a win against defending champions Italy to progress from the group stage for the third straight European tournament.

Albania's dramatic late equalizer against Croatia kept their Euro 2024 hopes alive. A win against Spain could see them reach four points and potentially advance to the knockout stages. However, this would be a massive upset given their 0-8 head-to-head record against Spain, with an aggregate score of 3-31.

Brazil enters the Copa América 2024 aiming for their 10th title after falling short at home in 2021. Despite a rough patch in late 2023, losing three straight World Cup qualifiers, new coach Dorival Júnior has revitalized the team. They're now four games unbeaten (2 wins, 2 draws) and have avoided defeat in their last five tournament openers (3 wins, 2 draws), keeping four clean sheets.

Colombia enters the 2024 Copa América in impressive form, boasting a 23-game unbeaten streak (18 wins, 5 draws) with 8 consecutive victories. They aim to continue this momentum in Group D, having advanced to the knockout rounds in 12 of their last 13 Copa América campaigns. Their lone tournament victory came when hosting in 2001.

Uruguay enters the 2024 Copa América looking to overcome their quarter-final penalty shootout losses in the last two tournaments. They face Panama in their opening match, arriving in strong form with only two defeats in their last 14 fixtures (W9, D3) and clean sheets in five of their last six games.

Scotland and Hungary face a must-win situation in their final Group A fixture at Euro 2024. Both teams are yet to secure a victory, with Scotland drawing 1-1 against Switzerland after an opening 5-1 loss to Germany. Hungary has suffered two consecutive two-goal defeats, failing to live up to their pre-tournament "dark horse" status.

Switzerland and Germany face off in their final Group A match at Euro 2024. Switzerland, with four points from two games, are on the brink of qualification, needing just one point to secure second place. Their recent form has been solid (W7, D8, L1 in last 16 matches), and they come off their best-ever Euro performance in 2021, reaching the quarter-finals.

Belgium faces Romania in a crucial Group E encounter following contrasting opening match results. Belgium suffered a surprising 1-0 defeat to Slovakia, their first loss under manager Domenico Tedesco since his appointment in February 2023. Despite dominating play and having two goals disallowed by VAR, Belgium failed to score for only the second time under Tedesco's leadership.

Turkey and Portugal clash in Group F's second round, both coming off opening match victories. Turkey secured a 3-1 win over Georgia, thanks to two spectacular goals, putting them on the verge of their first Euro knockout stage appearance since 2008. However, they've never beaten Portugal in Euro finals (L3) and have failed to score in those encounters.

Georgia and Czech Republic both seek to rebound from opening match defeats in their Euro 2024 Group F encounter. Georgia, the lowest-ranked team in the tournament, showed resilience in their 3-1 loss to Turkey, conceding a late goal while pushing for an equalizer. The Czech Republic suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Portugal, conceding in the 92nd minute after initially taking the lead.

USA enters their fifth Copa América as hosts, having never progressed beyond the semi-finals. Under Gregg Berhalter, the team has struggled recently with only two wins in their last six games (D1, L3). However, they clinched their third CONCACAF Nations League title in March and secured a draw against Brazil in a recent friendly.

Mexico and Jamaica clash in an intriguing Group B opener of the 2024 Copa América. Mexico enters as favorites, boasting a strong head-to-head record against Jamaica, having lost just once in their last 11 meetings since 2013 (W6, D4).

Ecuador and Venezuela begin their Copa América Group B campaigns with both sides currently positioned above Brazil in the CONMEBOL World Cup qualification standings. Ecuador, despite a points deduction, enter the tournament with optimism, aiming to improve on their quarter-final finish in the last edition despite a nine-game winless streak in Copa América (D4, L5).

Peru and Chile face off in a crucial opening match of Copa América 2024's Group A, which also features defending champions Argentina and tournament newcomers Canada. Both teams will be acutely aware of the importance of a strong start, given the challenging group dynamics.

Argentina (FIFA Rank: #1) enter the 2024 Copa América as reigning champions and World Cup holders, looking to extend their dominance on the international stage. Under Lionel Scaloni's leadership, the Albiceleste have been nearly unstoppable, losing just once in their last 45 matches (W33, D11) since July 2019. They come into this tournament opener on the back of seven straight unbeaten games in Copa América (W6, D1), showcasing their formidable form in continental competitions.

Slovakia (FIFA Rank: #48) pulled off the first big shock of Euro 2024, and statistically one of the biggest upsets in European Championship history, as they beat Belgium 1-0 in their opening game. They have now put themselves in pole position to reach the knockout stage from Group E, and though they needed a helping hand or two from VAR to get over the line against Belgium, the victory only extended an impressive record under the tutelage of Francesco Calzona.

The Netherlands opened their UEFA Euro 2024 campaign with a 2-1 win over Poland, but they had to do it the hard way, coming from behind as substitute Wout Weghorst clinched victory late on with his first touch of the ball. The match will have given manager Ronald Koeman plenty to think about, although the Oranje have won each of their last four Euro finals group games and seven of their last eight internationals in all (L1).

The two losing sides of Group D's opening matchday already find themselves close to 'must win' territory and in an awkward situation where a draw may not suit either team. Poland and Austria were always considered the least likely teams to progress to the next stage ahead of their French and Dutch rivals, but with four best third-placed finishers advancing to the last 16, a win here would leave one side well placed.

Two European powerhouses collide as three-time Euro winners Spain face defending champions Italy in Gelsenkirchen for the fifth straight tournament. After a 3-0 opening win over Croatia, revenge may be on Spain's minds after Italy eliminated them from the last two Euro finals.

Denmark endured a disappointing start to Euro 2024, squandering the lead in a 1-1 draw with Slovenia. Kasper Hjulmand's side dominated but failed to capitalize, piling pressure on them ahead of facing pre-tournament favorites England in Frankfurt. The Danes have struggled in recent Euros group stages, winning just once in their last six matches. However, their last three meetings with England have avoided defeat after 90 minutes (W1, D2).

The two outsiders of Group C, Slovenia and Serbia, view this match as their best chance to avoid an early exit from their first European Championship finals since 2000. Slovenia showed promising improvement in their surprising 1-1 draw against Denmark, which their coach Matjaž Kek described as "two different halves." Kek believes they can develop further after shaking off opening nerves from their first major tournament since the 2010 World Cup.

It was a humbling start to Euro 2024 for Scotland on Friday night as they were on the end of a 5-1 trouncing from hosts Germany. Previewing this clash with Switzerland, defender Kieran Tierney stated the squad still believes they can make it out of Group A to reach the knockout stages of a major tournament for the first time in their history, but anything less than a positive result here will make those prospects extremely slim.

Germany couldn't have begun Euro 2024 much better as they thrashed Scotland 5-1 on Friday to get their tournament off to a flying start. It set the stage for a goal-filled opening weekend but this contest against Hungary may be a cagier affair given the fact that only one of their last four head-to-head matches produced more than three goals – albeit that was a 2-2 draw at Euro 2020 (W1, D2, L1)!

Following a heavy 3-0 defeat to Spain in their opening group game, Croatia (FIFA rank: #10) have now lost three of their last five competitive matches (W2), which is as many defeats as they'd suffered in their previous 29 such games (W16, D10). However, the wider picture shows that the defeat against Spain was a first in seven outings overall for Zlatko Dalić's side (90 mins: W5, D1), and the first time they'd conceded 3+ goals since the World Cup semi-final in 2022.

The Euro 2024 group stage concludes with a matchup between 2016 champions Portugal and the Czech Republic. They last met in the 2022 UEFA Nations League, with Portugal winning both matches by an aggregate 6-0 scoreline. Making their ninth Euros appearance, Portugal will look to continue advancing from the group stage as they have in all eight previous editions, though finishing third in their group the last two tournaments. After a perfect 10-0-0 qualifying record while outscoring opponents 36-2, they'll be confident of progressing more convincingly this time.

Group F at the European Championships presents a tricky matchup between Turkey, the third-highest ranked team in the group according to FIFA, and Georgia, the group's lowest-ranked nation making their tournament debut. This clash has a must-win feeling for Turkey. Despite breezing through qualifying with 5 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, the Turks are completely out of form ahead of this opener, arriving on a five-match winless run with 2 draws and 3 losses.

Austria should approach Euro 2024 with confidence, as they are unbeaten in seven matches (6 wins, 1 draw), suggesting they could have what it takes to better their run to the last 16 three summers ago. Revitalized under manager Ralf Rangnick, they open their Euro campaign against France, who they last met in the UEFA Nations League in 2022, losing 2-0 in what was only Rangnick's fifth game in charge.

After co-hosting in 2000, Belgium had to wait 16 years before returning to the European Championship, though this is now their third straight finals appearance with the fabled "Golden Generation" reaching the quarter-finals at the last two editions. However, a group stage exit at the 2022 World Cup proved a wake-up call, with a much younger squad selected by new manager Domenico Tedesco for his first major tournament in charge.

Recent results suggest Romania are not in peak form ahead of Euro 2024, with head coach Edward Iordănescu hoping his side save their best for when it really matters. Back-to-back 0-0 warm-up draws against Bulgaria and Liechtenstein have made it four winless games (D3, L1) for a country playing their first major tournament in eight years.

Serbia head into another major tournament hoping to shed their "surprise package" tag. Both players and fans allowed dreams to run wild ahead of Dragan Stojković's first major finals as manager at the last World Cup, only to be left disappointed with just one point.

Group C at Euro 2024 will attract plenty of attention as it features tournament favorites England, but before they begin their campaign against Serbia, Slovenia and Denmark kick things off in the group. The two sides are very familiar foes after being drawn together in Euro 2024 qualifying Group H, with Denmark's 2-1 win over Slovenia last November helping them finish top on 22 points apiece (both W7, D1, L2).

After just one group stage appearance in their previous four attempts at the European Championships, expectations are low for Poland at UEFA Euro 2024. Especially since they find themselves in a daunting Group D alongside Austria, France and today's opponents the Netherlands.

Two teams expected to challenge host nation Germany for a top-two finish in Group A of the 2024 UEFA European Championship kick off their campaigns in a pivotal early clash. Hungary are back at a second straight Euros under manager Marco Rossi, with aspirations of improving on their disappointing group stage exit at Euro 2020 despite playing two home games in Budapest.

Defending champions Italy begin their UEFA Euro 2024 campaign in Dortmund's Signal Iduna Park, hoping to start strongly against Group B's lowest-ranked team Albania to reach the knockout rounds for a fifth straight major tournament. The Azzurri have won their last two Euros openers without conceding against Turkey (3-0) and Belgium (2-0), boosting their chances here.

The opening matches of Group B at the 2024 UEFA European Championships provide an early blockbuster clash as former winners Spain take on the perennial overachievers Croatia. Luis de la Fuente's Spain side enter as favorites after breezing through qualifying with seven wins from eight matches while conceding just five goals total.

The long-awaited 2024 UEFA European Championship finally kicks off on Friday night in Munich, as host nation Germany take on Scotland at the Allianz Arena. Considered one of the favorites to lift the trophy, Germany appear to have steadied the ship under manager Julian Nagelsmann, going four matches unbeaten (3 wins, 1 draw). However, three consecutive disappointing tournament exits may have home fans feeling apprehensive ahead of the opener.