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Despite the Copa win, Atlético have conceded in 6 of their last 8 league matches, showing consistent vulnerabilities ??" especially against pacey wide play and in transitional moments. Bragantino’s own defensive issues: they’ve conceded in 7 of their last 8 away games, and recently shipped 2+ goals in three straight matches.

Shamrock Rovers are currently in their strongest phase of the season. Unbeaten in their last 5 competitive games, and with just 1 loss in 17, they have built serious momentum. In Europe, they just advanced in the Conference League with a commanding 4-0 aggregate win ??" showcasing confidence, squad depth, and tactical discipline.

Playing at Stadion HNK Rijeka provides Rijeka with a significant boost. As the first official home match of the HNL season, the atmosphere will be electric, with Rijeka’s passionate supporters creating pressure on Slaven Belupo. The provided data notes Slaven’s potential struggle with “the pressure of the stands,” which could disrupt their focus, especially as an away side. Rijeka averages 1 goal per game at home across their last 10 matches, compared to Slaven’s meager 0.6 goals per game in away matches. This disparity suggests Rijeka is far more likely to find the net, leveraging familiar surroundings and crowd energy. Across their last 10 matches, Slaven conceded an average of 1.5 goals per game, with heavy losses like 0-4 to Osijek and 2-4 to Rudes highlighting defensive lapses. Their away games are particularly concerning, with only 0.6 goals scored and frequent defensive breakdowns.

Head-to-Head History Supports Goals. Last match: Antwerp 1-0 Genk ??" Genk had 59% possession and 5 shots on target, but were unlucky not to score. Average goals per match between the two: 3.35. Both teams scored in 5 of their last 7 meetings, including matches where Antwerp visited Genk. Genk: Arokodare: Scored 21 goals last season. Now expected to start. Oh Hyun-gyu: Dangerous in the box, already found the net this season. Steuckers & Karetsas: Creative spark in midfield capable of breaking lines. Antwerp: Vincent Janssen: Reliable target man, already scored in the season opener. Balikwisha & Kerk: Fast, agile wingers who thrive in transition. Set-pieces: With Doumbia and Praet on the pitch, Antwerp always have a threat from corners or free-kicks.

Hannover’s appointment of Christian Titz as head coach marks a shift toward aggressive, attacking football. Titz, previously praised for his work at FC Magdeburg, favors a high-pressing, fluid style that emphasizes quick transitions and wing play. This is reflected in their 3-4-2-1 formation, which deploys dynamic wingers like Mustapha Bundu and attacking midfielders like Waniss Taïbi to stretch defenses. Titz’s tactics are likely to exploit Kaiserslautern’s potentially vulnerable backline, especially given the visitors’ loss of key striker Ragnar Ache, which may force them to sit deeper defensively. Hannover’s ability to press high and create turnovers in dangerous areas could lead to decisive goal-scoring opportunities. Hannover’s preseason was mixed (3 wins, 2 losses, 1 draw), but their final 2-0 victory over Cagliari showcased their attacking cohesion and defensive solidity (6 shots on target, 1 conceded). This suggests the squad is gelling under Titz’s system, with players like Bundu and Taïbi likely to make impactful debuts. Kaiserslautern, meanwhile, struggled in their final friendly, losing 0-1 to Roma with zero shots on target, highlighting potential issues in converting chances. Hannover’s momentum and confidence contrast with Kaiserslautern’s lack of cutting edge, positioning the hosts to capitalize on their opportunities.

Palace are riding high after clinching their first-ever major trophy in over 150 years by defeating Manchester City in the FA Cup final. This kind of momentum cannot be underestimated??"it has fostered belief, unity, and purpose within the squad. Teams often ride these psychological highs into the next campaign, especially in preseason fixtures designed to build chemistry and sharpness. Oliver Glasner is a master tactician in European settings. After winning the Europa League with Eintracht Frankfurt in 2022, he’s brought a high level of organization, pressing intensity, and structured attacking to Palace. His knowledge of German football, gained from his time in the Bundesliga, gives Palace a unique edge??"he knows how German teams like Augsburg tend to structure themselves and can exploit weaknesses effectively.

Both clubs are still experimenting with defensive setups, which often leads to more open, end-to-end football. Palace will likely rotate personnel in defense, and Augsburg??"despite their mid-table status??"have shown they can exploit lapses. Their preseason scoring form has been decent, and playing at home will give them confidence to push forward. Sandro Wagner brings a modern, press-heavy, and forward-thinking style from his time with the German national team setup. While this system is still under construction, it often results in defensive vulnerabilities but increased goal-scoring opportunities, especially at home. Augsburg scored in each of their first three preseason matches, and they have capable finishers in the likes of Demirovi? and Michel.

The Mariners dominate the Rangers at home, winning 8 of the last 9 head-to-head matchups at T-Mobile Park. T-Mobile Park is a pitcher-friendly stadium, which plays to the strength of Seattle’s ace George Kirby, and neutralizes Texas' mid-tier offense. Despite a slight slump (4??"6 in the last 10), the Mariners are entering a pivotal home series, and these are must-win games as playoff positioning tightens.

Atlanta is giving up 6.6 runs per game over their last 10 ??" a staggering number that suggests both starting and relief pitching are underperforming. Carrasco has allowed 1,651 hits and 777 earned runs in his career ??" and this season is no exception to his vulnerability. The Braves bullpen has entered 104 high-leverage situations, but converts poorly ??" an indicator that once the starter is out, runs often pour in. Carrasco's FIP of 4.12 and ERA of 4.18 show he's not fooling many hitters, and against a solid Reds lineup, he could be in for a rough outing.

Perth conceded almost 2 goals per game in the A-League against teams that are far less clinical than Milan. With Milan fielding highly motivated forwards like Chukwueze and Okafor, the chances of them conceding 3+ are very high. Perth are not expected to park the bus. Zdrilic emphasized giving players minutes and letting them enjoy the experience ??" meaning they will likely play a more open style than a side fully focused on containment.

Fernandes remains Man United’s most reliable attacking outlet, having scored twice against West Ham and constantly influencing the tempo. Bournemouth struggled to contain midfield runners vs. Everton until they tightened after the break. Someone with Fernandes’s movement between the lines can exploit those gaps early. Bournemouth scored all 3 goals against Everton in the second half, continuing a trend from last season where they often finished stronger than they started. United tend to lose defensive cohesion after halftime, especially when Amorim begins rotating his lineup heavily.

Aston Villa come into this game after a respectable 2-2 draw with Eintracht Frankfurt, a Champions League-level side. They're building rhythm after some early preseason hiccups and are now fielding a much stronger, more competitive XI. St. Louis City, on the other hand, have only won 2 of their last 20 MLS matches and are on a five-loss-in-six-games skid, struggling for direction under interim management.

St. Louis City have conceded an average of 2.1 goals per match across their last 10 games. Their backline is injury-hit, inexperienced (with new signings Orozco and Fall), and often collapses under pressure ??" as seen in their late loss to 10-man Minnesota. Aston Villa are also not at full defensive sharpness ??" conceding 3 goals to Hansa Rostock, a German 3rd-division side, and 2 more to Frankfurt. Preseason often brings defensive lapses.

Despite losing Mohammed Kudus to Spurs and Summerville to injury, West Ham still have Jarrod Bowen, who is arguably the most in-form attacker between both squads. Bowen has scored 5 and assisted 3 in his last 6 appearances last season and already opened his account in the Summer Series. If Potter opts to use him centrally, he could exploit Everton’s makeshift backline lacking natural central defenders. Lucas Paquetá adds flair and playmaking quality in the final third, and James Ward-Prowse offers a constant threat from set-pieces, which is a serious issue for an Everton defense missing three center-backs. Everton are missing Branthwaite, Tarkowski, and Keane, forcing Moyes to use Patterson, O'Brien, and Mykolenko in unnatural central roles. This tactical compromise already backfired badly in the 0-3 loss to Bournemouth, and West Ham’s technically superior attackers (Paquetá, Bowen, and overlapping wingbacks like Walker-Peters) are more than capable of exploiting that vulnerability.

Everton's backline is depleted beyond recognition. With all three of their first-choice center-backs missing, Moyes was forced into deploying Patterson, O'Brien, and Mykolenko centrally ??" none of whom are natural center-backs. Bournemouth cut through them easily in the second half, and West Ham’s fluid attackers are likely to do the same. West Ham’s defense isn’t rock-solid either. They conceded twice to Man United and tend to leak goals when pressed ??" 2.54 goals per match is their historical average in this fixture.

Even with a solid structure under Potter, West Ham conceded 5 shots on target and 2 goals to Manchester United. They were vulnerable down the flanks and during transitions. Everton’s Thierno Barry showed flashes of sharp movement and could exploit any high line or lapses in focus. West Ham have also conceded in 4 of their last 5 matches and have not kept a clean sheet this summer.

Newcastle Jets’ last 3 Australia Cup games all went over 2.5 goals (100% rate). In general, Newcastle’s recent 10-game form shows an average of 3.8 total goals per match (2.0 scored, 1.8 conceded). Adelaide United matches are even more goal-heavy: they average 4.9 total goals per game (2.1 scored, 2.8 conceded).

Newcastle Jets have scored 20 goals in their last 10 matches, averaging 2.0 goals per game. At home, their average is even better: 2.17 goals per match. Adelaide United have scored 21 goals in their last 10, averaging 2.1 goals per game, and 1.83 goals per away game. Newcastle concede an average of 1.8 goals per match. Adelaide’s defense is worse, conceding 2.8 goals per game, including heavy defensive collapses in recent matches.

Elche’s 1.6 goals per game (1.5 at home) indicate consistent scoring output. Their ability to generate 5 shots on target against Blackburn, despite the loss, shows they create chances. Elche’s defense is solid, conceding just 0.9 goals per game. However, they conceded in their last friendly (0:1 vs. Blackburn), suggesting that even their strong defense can be breached, especially in non-competitive settings where focus may wane.

Defense is Washington’s calling card. They excel at limiting opponents' offensive efficiency and are skilled at controlling tempo. Against Chicago??"who averages nearly 86 points allowed per game, one of the worst defensive marks in the league??"this defensive strength will be decisive. The Mystics’ ability to force contested shots, disrupt passing lanes, and contest rebounds will frustrate Chicago’s scorers and reduce their offensive flow. Sitting just outside the playoff spots, the Mystics have more to gain from a win, which often fuels urgency and focus. Their relatively better recent form (5 wins in the last 10) compared to Chicago’s (3 in 10) also shows they have momentum going in. For a team fighting for positioning, this boost is critical.

Chicago scored 78 points against Indiana recently despite losing and shot an efficient 43.1% FG and 40% from three. Their offense can be potent, especially when they get open looks from beyond the arc, as evidenced by 10 made threes in their last game. On the flip side, their defense allowed 93 points in that same game, showing vulnerability. While Washington is known more for defense, they still average around 80 points and can capitalize on free-throw opportunities. Chicago’s tendency to foul and Washington’s ability to hit free throws could push scoring up. Plus, Washington’s offense can find key moments to score in bursts, keeping the game pace fluid.

Coco Gauff, ranked world No. 2, has had a stellar 2025 season with a 31-10 win-loss record, showcasing her ability to compete at the highest level. Her standout achievement this year includes winning the French Open, a testament to her prowess on major stages. While she experienced a disappointing grass-court season, with an early exit at Wimbledon to Dayana Yastremska, this loss appears to be an outlier, as she has only dropped her opening match once this season. Gauff’s ability to maintain a significant gap over the world No. 3 in the live rankings further underscores her consistency and dominance. In contrast, Danielle Collins, ranked 56th in the live rankings with a 15-11 record, has been inconsistent, losing four of her last seven matches, including a first-round exit in Washington to Magda Linette. Collins’ recent struggles suggest she’s not at her peak, making it challenging for her to match Gauff’s intensity and reliability over the course of a match.