Betfair Betting Podcast

Man City have been relentless in their pursuit of Arsenal since Mikel Arteta’s side dropped points against rock-bottom Wolves and will hope to build on their six-match winning run when they welcome Nottingham Forest to the Etihad Stadium. The latter’s new manager bounce has been likened instead to a splat after three defeats from Vitor Pereira’s four matches in charge, with the pressure on to haul themselves away from the drop zone.  There’s a crucial London derby for West Ham, why Liverpool could be value to benefit from another set-piece and are Everton vulnerable favourites against Burnley? Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, Mark Stinchcombe and JimmyThePunt to preview every midweek Premier League game! For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-12:23 Man City v Nottingham Forest 12:24-16:03 Brighton v Arsenal  16:04-21:53 Newcastle v Man United  21:54-25:22 Fulham v West Ham  25:23-30:32 Tottenham v Crystal Palace  30:33-36:16 Leeds v Sunderland  36:17-39:42 Everton v Burnley 39:43-47:33 Wolves v Liverpool 47:34-51:26 Bournemouth v Brentford  51:27-55:31 Aston Villa v Chelsea 55:32-56:25 Podcast treble

Chelsea travel to the Emirates for the 4:30pm kick-off, with the Blues holding a poor recent record against the Gunners. The top tipping team analyse Chelsea’s stats against Arsenal and believe there could be real value in the market. Jake runs through this weekend’s Anti-Spurs acca, including their trip to Fulham, with Spurs sitting just four points above the relegation zone. Mark O’Haire heads north of the border to preview the Old Firm derby, with Hearts currently five points clear. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, Lewis Jones and Jake Osgathorpe to showcase the best bets from Sunday’s games. For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-15:07 Arsenal v Chelsea 15:44-19:19 Manchester United v Crystal Palace 19:19-28:20 Fulham v Tottenham 28:20-34:34 Brighton v Nottingham Forest 34:34-43:50 Rangers v Celtic 43:50-46:38 Marseille v Lyon

Vanessa Ryle is joined by Dan Barber, Katie Midwinter and Sam Turner, as they go through the cards at Doncaster, Kelso and two races from Newbury. Don’t forget to get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-21:00 Kelso 21:00-32:11 Doncaster 32:11-39:16 Newbury 39:16-41:06 Naps

With just 5 points separating Manchester City and Arsenal in the Premier League, City kick-off first and face a tricky away trip to Leeds for Saturday’s 5:30pm kick-off. Leeds have built an impressive record under the lights at Elland Road this season. What are our tipsters backing? Wolves host Aston Villa in what could be a fiery encounter, while the team uncover a high-value bet as relegated Sheffield Wednesday take on Southampton. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, Lewis Jones and Jake Osgathorpe to showcase the best bets from this weekend’s games. Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-09:42 Leeds v Manchester City 09:42-21:29 Wolves v Aston Villa 22:10-25:00 Majorca v Real Sociedad 25:00-31:06 Liverpool v West Ham 31:06-39:13 Sheffield Wednesday v Southampton 39:13-43:36 Bristol City v Watford 43:36-47:48 Burnley v Brentford  47:48-49:37 Podcast treble

Bodo/Glimt take a two-goal advantage to San Siro hoping to progress to the Champions League Round of 16 against all odds. The Norwegian outfit have been on a mightily impressive run as of late in the competition but face their toughest obstacle yet as they look to continue their journey.  Juventus face an uphill battle to qualify as they trail Galatasaray by three goals, whilst 15-winners Real Madrid will look to build on their first-leg advantage and qualify for the next round in place of Benfica.  Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, JimmyThePunt and Mark Stinchcombe to showcase the best bets in the second legs. For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-10:12 Inter v Bodo/Glimt  10:13-24:20 Real Madrid v Benfica 24:21-33:43 Atletico Madrid v Club Brugge 33:44-41:14 Atalanta v Borussia Dortmund 41:15-43:52 Juventus v Galatasaray  43:53-48:17 Crystal Palace v Zrinjski Mostar 48:18-52:34 Newcastle v Qarabag  52:35-54:34 Podcast treble

We preview Saturday’s ITV Racing from Kempton, Lingfield and Newcastle, plus the Bobbyjo Chase at Fairyhouse, offering some final Cheltenham clues. The team have also identified a few outsider selections in the Trophy Handicap Chase at Kempton. Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-26:19 Kempton 26:19-33:19 Newcastle 33:19-42:22 Lingfield  42:22-44:15 Fairyhouse 44:15-45:56 NAPS

The Premier League title race is well and truly alive after Arsenal surrendered a two-goal lead against bottom side Wolves in midweek. Their next test is arguably their toughest of all despite how the table looks, as they head to bitter rivals Tottenham who will be led out by interim boss Igor Tudor for the first time.  Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, JimmyThePunt and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones to talk all things North London derby, as well as discussing further action from the Premier League and beyond, which includes the Sheffield derby.  For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-18:45 Tottenham v Arsenal  18:46-28:31 Nottingham Forest v Liverpool   28:32-30:50 Angers v Lille 30:51-37:49 Sheffield United v Sheffield Wednesday  37:50-42:15 Sunderland v Fulham  42:16-45:40 Freiburg v Borussia Monchengladbach  45:41-47:54 Crystal Palace v Wolves

Man City can go within two points of leaders Arsenal on Saturday evening as they welcome a Newcastle side who are fresh from a 6-1 Champions League victory in midweek.  Their long journey back from Azerbaijan, however, leaves them with little recovery time and Pep Guardiola’s side will hope to seize the opportunity to put further pressure on the Gunners.  Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, JimmyThePunt and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones to discuss all of Saturday’s action from the Premier League and EFL, plus hope to deliver another podcast treble victory after a 15/2 winner on Wednesday! Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-11:08 Man City v Newcastle 11:09-15:13 Brentford v Brighton 15:14-19:34 West Ham v Bournemouth 19:35-23:09 Aston Villa v Leeds  23:10-26:22 Middlesbrough v Oxford 26:23-31:42 Blackburn v Preston 31:43-34:32 Huddersfield v Barnsley 34:33-37:01 Sassuolo v Hellas Verona  37:02-40:14 Port Vale v Reading 40:15-41:15 Podcast treble

Following the League Phase coming to a dramatic close, the remaining Champions League hopefuls look to bid their place in the Round of 16. Benfica and Real Madrid meet again after that famous clash in Lisbon less than a month ago, Inter Milan head to the Arctic Circle and Newcastle have a lengthy away day in store as they travel to Azerbaijan. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark Stinchcombe, Jake Osgathorpe and Betfair trader Emmet O’Keeffe to preview the first leg fixtures, with plenty of juicy prices fancied. For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-11:56 Bodo/Glimt v Inter 11:57-24:02 Benfica v Real Madrid  24:03-32:38 Qarabag v Newcastle 32:39-36:43 Olympiacos v Leverkusen 36:44-41:00 Club Brugge v Atletico Madrid 41:01-48:04 Monaco v PSG 48:05-48:53 Podcast treble  48:54-53:10 Jagiellonia v Fiorentina

With just four weeks to go until the Festival, your top tipping team take a close look at Saturday’s ITV Racing card. Vanessa Ryle, Dan Barber, Sam Turner and Katie Midwinter preview the action from Ascot, including the Betfair Ascot Chase. Are the team taking on short-priced favourite Jonbon, or siding with Pic D’Orhy and his strong record at the track? There’s also a look at Haydock, where Myretown bids for a much-needed win for Lucinda Russell and Michael Scudamore in a key Grand National trial, while Katie puts up a big-priced outsider at Wincanton. Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 00:00-25:30 Ascot 25:30-41:20 Haydock 41:20-46:18 Wincanton 46:18-48:54 Naps

The FA Cup action continues on Sunday afternoon and Grimsby have the opportunity to claim another Premier League scalp as they welcome Wolves to Blundell Park. There is a huge Championship clash as Coventry host Middlesbrough, the latter of which who now sit top of the table in place of Frank Lampard’s side after a recent wobble.  The big games continue in Scotland as leaders Hearts travel to Rangers, whilst cards are the focus of a trip to France. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark Stinchcombe, Jimmy The Punt and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones to preview the best of the day’s action. For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-11:52 Oxford v Sunderland 11:53-16:46 Grimsby v Wolves 16:47-21:58 Coventry v Middlesbrough 21:59-25:56 Arsenal v Wigan 25:57-30:31 Birmingham v Leeds 30:32-36:35 Rangers v Hearts  36:36-40:08 Lyon v Nice

Brighton head to Anfield on the back of two successive defeats and with an alarming record of one win in their last 12 Premier League matches.  The pressure is certainly on manager Fabian Hurzeler and an exit from the FA Cup against Liverpool could spell the end for the German. Elsewhere two teams high in the market meet in the form of Aston Villa and Newcastle, whilst Man City will be looking to continue their rampant goalscoring form in the competition when Salford visit the Etihad.  Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark Stinchcombe, Jimmy The Punt and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones to preview the best of the FA Cup and EFL action on Saturday.  Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-05:23 Liverpool v Brighton 05:23-08:34 Man City v Salford 08:34-12:08 Wrexham v Ipswich  12:08-16:57 Aston Villa v Newcastle 16:57-21:46 Norwich v West Brom 21:46-26:44 Port Vale v Bristol City 26:44-31:16 Barnet v Cheltenham 31:16-35:53 Barnsley v Wimbledon  35:53-36:57 Derby v Swansea 36:57-39:35 MK Dons v Newport 39:35-40:42 Podcast treble

The Premier League title race sparked back into life at the weekend as Man City claimed a dramatic win at Anfield, their first league double over Liverpool since 1937.  With the chance to close the gap to three points before Arsenal’s trip to Brentford, this midweek matchday could be of great importance come the end of the season. The drama continues at the bottom of the table after West Ham claimed their third win in four matches but welcome the in-form Man United to the London Stadium on Tuesday night, with one fan in particular hoping they claim a fifth successive win… Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire and Mark Stinchcombe to preview all 10 matches, with angles as big as 19/1! For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-5:59 Brentford v Arsenal 6:00-9:36 West Ham v Man United  9:37-13:56 Chelsea v Leeds  13:57-15:30 Man City v Fulham  15:31-18:03 Sunderland v Liverpool   18:04-24:17 Crystal Palace v Burnley 24:18-25:19 Nottingham Forest v Wolves  25:20-29:48 Tottenham v Newcastle 29:49-36:04 Aston Villa v Brighton 36:05-39:21 Everton v Bournemouth  39:22-40:27 Podcast treble

Liverpool and Man City meet in a heavyweight Premier League clash that could have major title implications should Pep Guardiola’s side drop points for the second successive match. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, Jake Osgathorpe and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones who share their best angles to attack on Sunday, including focusing on Brighton v Crystal Palace and Le Classique. Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-16:23 Liverpool v Man City 16:24-25:23 Brighton v Crystal Palace 25:24-29:43 PSG v Marseille 29:44-33:25 Swansea v Sheffield Wednesday 33:26-37:26 Arsenal women v Man City women 37:27-40:26 Valencia v Real Madrid  40:27-44:36 AZ v Ajax

Your top tipping team is back this Saturday with another strong day of ITV racing from Newbury and Warwick. Expect some big prices from Katie Midwinter, Sam Turner lining up an odds-on lay and Timeform’s Dan Barber eyeing a smart 12/1 chance in a Newbury handicap hurdle. Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 00:00-32:52 Newbury 32:52-47:20 Warwick 47:20- 51:21 Naps

Michael Carrick won his first three games in charge of Man United, a feat Ruben Amorim only managed once during his tenure at Old Trafford, demonstrating the fast and effective turnaround he has overseen so far.  The Red Devils host Tottenham in a repeat of the 2025 Europa League final at lunchtime on Saturday looking to cement their position in the top four, whilst there’s a huge clash at the bottom of the Premier League when Leeds meet Nottingham Forest. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, Jake Osgathorpe and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones to discuss all of Saturday’s action which includes expectation of goals across Europe! Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-17:09 Man United v Tottenham 17:10-22:53 Leeds v Nottingham Forest  22:54-25:32 Arsenal v Sunderland 25:33-28:19 Real Sociedad v Elche 28:20-34:38 Wolves v Chelsea 34:39-39:01 Charlton v QPR 39:02-43:19 Freiburg v Werder Bremen 43:20-49:18 Bournemouth v Aston Villa  49:19-50:27 Podcast treble

Our top tipping team of Sam Turner, Dan Barber and Katie Midwinter join Vanessa Ryle as they break down a packed Saturday of racing from the Dublin Racing Festival, Sandown and Musselburgh, before flagging up some early fancies for Sunday at Leopardstown and Musselburgh. Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 00:00-27:43 - Leopardstown 27:43-44:33 - Sandown 44:34-46:45 - Mussleborough 46:46-53:44 - Sunday’s racing 53:45-55:49 - Naps

The pressure remains on Thomas Frank as Tottenham slip closer to the relegation zone despite contrasting performances in the Champions League. They’re form in the Premier League, though, is another issue entirely but they may welcome the visit of Man City having boasted an impressive recent record against the Citizens.  Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, Jake Osgathorpe and Mark Stinchcombe to preview all of Saturday’s action, including if Man United can make it three successive wins and who will come out on top in El Cassico! For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-14:10 Tottenham v Man City 14:11-23:29 Man United v Fulham 23:30-26:48 Lyon v Lille  26:49-29:05 Sunderland v Burnley 29:06-36:35 Nottingham Forest v Crystal Palace

Following Arsenal’s damaging defeat against Man United, they head to Elland Road four points clear at the top of the Premier League but with Man City in hot pursuit. Bournemouth’s set piece woes are yet again a focus for the panel as they head to Wolves who have impressed in recent weeks under Rob Edwards.  Meanwhile a resurgent West Ham travel across London to face Liam Rosenior’s Chelsea, who secured a top eight Champions League spot in midweek with an impressive victory in Naples. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, Jake Osgathorpe and Mark Stinchcombe to preview all of Saturday’s action.  Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival, starting from 7pm on Friday 23rd January. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-12:50 Leeds v Arsenal 12:51-21:46 Wolves v Bournemouth 21:47-24:46 Brighton v Everton 24:47-31:43 Liverpool v Newcastle 31:44-34:02 Stenhousemuir v Peterhead  34:03-37:59 Chelsea v West Ham 38:00-38:54 Podcast treble

The League Phase reaches its conclusion on Wednesday with plenty still to be determined in the Champions League. Five of the six English sides currently find themselves in the top 8, thus guaranteeing a spot in the knockouts, though the table remains extremely tight and could change endlessly during the last matchday.   Newcastle’s trip to Paris is the main focus for Abigail Davies, Mark O’Haire, JimmyThePunt and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones, whilst they also consider the permutations and the likelihood of goals in a number of fixtures! For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com.  18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-13:55 PSG v Newcastle  13:56-23:22 Man City v Galatasaray  23:23-28:02 Napoli v Chelsea 28:03-34:42 Atletico Madrid v Bodo/Glimt 34:43-40:15 Liverpool v Qarabag  40:16-47:24 Athletic Club v Sporting 47:25-53:28 Club Brugge v Marseille