It’s a pivotal day in the SPFL Premiership title chase as Celtic aim to dethrone Heart of Midlothian at Parkhead.
The Hoops were trailing the leaders by eight points when Martin O’Neill was appointed interim manager following Brendan Rodgers’ unexpected exit.
Now, as Wilfried Nancy prepares for his coaching debut at Celtic Park, only goal difference separates the Jambos from the champions, who have also played one less match.
This sets the stage for an epic clash this afternoon as the former Columbus Crew manager faces a tough challenge.
Celtic vs Heart of Midlothian top betting tips
Hearts enter this match in poor form, with just one win in their last six matches, squandering their significant lead.
However, they have only one loss in the Premiership all season, a 1-0 defeat at Aberdeen, where they arguably performed better, making them a viable option for a double chance at 11/8 with Betfred.
Celtic haven’t reached their peak performance from last season and had to work hard for a 1-0 home victory over Dundee midweek.
Daizen Maeda scored the decisive goal that night and looks more comfortable since moving from the right wing to center forward.
The Japanese striker is 8/5 with William Hill as an anytime scorer, which is generous considering he has scored in his last two games.
Brighton and Hove Albion vs West Ham United
West Ham United remains stuck in the Premier League‘s relegation zone and faces a tough task today as they travel south to Brighton.
The Hammers earned a hard-fought point at Old Trafford on Thursday and have become harder to beat since Nuno Espirito Santo took charge.
However, they now face a Seagulls side who were unbeaten at home all season before losing a seven-goal thriller to Aston Villa on Wednesday.
Brighton’s last five home games have had a high number of corners, making it a market worth exploring. Over 10.5 corners pays 31/20 at Skybet, while West Ham could be worth betting on at +3 in the handicap, paying 19/20 with William Hill.
Brajan Gruda has impressed in recent games for Brighton, and the midfielder is 8/5 with BetMGM to score or assist today.
Fulham vs Crystal Palace
Fulham’s impressive comeback fell just short against Manchester City on Wednesday, and it will be interesting to see their response in today’s London derby with Crystal Palace.
Trailing 5-1 to Manchester City, Craven Cottage was electrified as Marco Silva’s team scored three goals back, only to be denied a point by a goal-line clearance.
Fulham’s attack broke through Pep Guardiola’s defense, but now they face a Palace side that has kept clean sheets in three of their last four Premier League games.
An another seven-goal thriller seems unlikely, so I’m backing against BTTS at evens with BOYLE Sports, as this bet has won in four of the last five encounters.
Palace has a stronger squad than Fulham, but the Cottagers have home advantage, so I’m expecting a close game. The half-time draw seems like a good option, paying 6/5 at BetMGM.
Super singles
- Daizen Maeda anytime scorer 8/5 William Hill
- Over 10.5 corners in Brighton vs West Ham 31/20 Skybet
- BTTS no in Fulham vs Crystal Palace Evens BOYLE Sports
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