Yaoundé: European football fans are in for a treat as some of the most anticipated matches of the season are set to take place in the first week of December. Among the key matches, Athletic will face Real Madrid on December 4, Arsenal will take on Manchester United on the same day, Tottenham will clash with Chelsea on December 8, and Napoli will meet Lazio, also on December 8. Each match is poised to offer thrilling competition and could have significant implications for league standings and team momentum.
According to Cameroon News Agency, Athletic Club, currently in fourth place, will host a strong Real Madrid side. Athletic has been impressive at home, remaining undefeated since August, and will look to capitalize on Real Madrid’s weakened lineup due to the absence of several key players. Real Madrid, sitting second in the league and only one point behind leaders Barcelona, has shown vulnerability when missing their leaders, as seen in their recent match against Liverpool. The odds for this match are set
at W1 – 3.44, X – 3.75, and W2 – 2.184.
On the same day, Arsenal will host Manchester United. Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka has been a standout performer, contributing significantly to the team’s recent success. Despite facing a challenging period earlier, the return of Martin Ødegaard has bolstered their performance, as evidenced by their three consecutive wins. Manchester United, on the other hand, is struggling with injuries and suspensions among their center-backs, which could make the task of breaking their losing streak against Arsenal even more daunting. The odds for this match stand at W1 – 1.489, X – 4.79, and W2 – 6.88.
Meanwhile, Tottenham will face Chelsea, with the former having shown a knack for performing well against top teams this season. Despite recent injuries to key players, Tottenham remains the highest-scoring team in the EPL. Chelsea, however, is gaining momentum with a formidable attacking trio in Enzo Fernández, Cole Palmer, and Nicolas Jackson. The odds for this encounter are W1 – 2.639, X
– 4.175, and W2 – 2.455.
Lastly, Napoli will take on Lazio in a crucial Serie A matchup. Napoli, who have maintained their lead in the league, are expected to deploy counter-attacking tactics against a Lazio side that has recently seen a dip in form. Lazio’s recent struggles were highlighted by their failure to secure a victory against Ludogorets and a defeat to Parma. The odds for this match are W1 – 1.978, X – 3.645, and W2 – 4.245.
Fans and bettors alike are eagerly awaiting the outcomes of these matches, with reliable bookmaker 1xBet offering favorable odds and terms for those looking to make predictions. These exciting fixtures are sure to provide plenty of entertainment and potentially shift the dynamics in their respective leagues.