Day: August 16, 2025

Football Predictions Today: Sheffield Wednesday vs Stoke City

The Championship continues with an intriguing clash as Sheffield Wednesday host Stoke City at Hillsborough on August 17th, 2025. Read our preview for the Sheffield Wednesday vs Stoke City match.

Before you lock in your picks for Saturday’s game, read below for Matchplug’s odds and analysis on Sheffield Wednesday vs Stoke City in this preview.

Betting Preview for Sheffield Wednesday vs Stoke City

  • Venue: Hillsborough Stadium
  • Date: 17th August, 2025
  • Time: 15:00
  • Teams to play: Sheffield Wednesday vs Stoke City
  • Odds as provided by 1XBet

Betting On Sheffield Wednesday

  • 1XBet Spread: 0
  • 1XBet Moneyline: 3.825
  • 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5

Henrik Pederson’s men come into this fixture aiming to bounce back from their opening weekend defeat. They suffered a 2-1 loss away to last season’s champions Leicester City despite taking an early lead through Nathaniel Chalobah.

The Owls sit 16th in the standings after that result but restored some confidence with an EFL Cup win in midweek, edging Bolton Wanderers 4-2 on penalties. Interestingly, Wednesday have been a tough nut to crack for Stoke at Hillsborough, going unbeaten in their last seven home league meetings (W2 D5).

Betting On Stoke City

  • 1XBet Spread: 0
  • 1XBet Moneyline: 1.97
  • 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5

Mark Robins’ side started their league campaign in style with a 3-1 win at home over Derby County. Despite trailing on the hour mark, the Potters mounted a strong late comeback, scoring twice in stoppage time to secure all three points and move up to 2nd in the table.

They followed it up with a penalty shootout victory over Walsall in the EFL Cup after a goalless draw. However, history is not on their side here, Stoke haven’t won their first away game of a Championship season in 17 attempts and are looking for consecutive league wins over Sheffield for the first time since 1984.

MatchPlug Prediction For Sheffield Wednesday vs Stoke City

Sheffield Wednesday’s inconsistent home form stretches back to last season, but their record against Stoke at Hillsborough is impressive. 

Stoke’s strong start will give them hope, but their away-day struggles and poor history in this fixture suggest points could be shared.

Final Prediction: Draw

Brest vs Lille

Football Predictions Today: Brest vs Lille Sure Tips

The Ligue 1 2025/26 season kicks off with an exciting clash at Stade Francis le Blé as Brest host Lille this Sunday. Read our preview for the Brest VS Lille game. This match is happening on Saturday, 17th of August, 2025.

This preview features Match Plug’s predictions, odds, and analysis of the highly anticipated match happening on Sunday.

Betting Preview for Brest vs Lille

  • Venue: Stade Francis le Blé
  • Date: Sunday, August 17th, 2025
  • Time: 17:05
  • Teams to play: Brest vs Lille
  • Odds as provided by 1XBet

Betting On Brest

  • 1XBet Spread: 0
  • 1XBet Moneyline: 3.4
  • 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5

Brest enjoyed an impressive 2024/25 campaign, finishing 9th in Ligue 1 and showing consistency throughout the season. Their pre-season form has been outstanding, going unbeaten with four wins and a draw, while scoring nine goals.

Eric Roy’s side will look to use their strong wing play and home support at the 15,305-capacity Stade Francis le Blé to trouble Lille. Brest’s confidence will be high, especially as they look to improve on their recent head-to-head record against their visitors.

Betting On Lille

  • 1XBet Spread: 0
  • 1XBet Moneyline: 2.236
  • 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5

Lille finished 5th last season, narrowly missing out on a Champions League spot but securing Europa League qualification. Bruno Génésio’s men had a mixed pre-season with two wins and three losses, but their games were packed with goalsz

Historically, Lille have had the upper hand in this fixture, winning three of the last five Ligue 1 meetings. Their tactical discipline and attacking quality could prove decisive, especially if they can tighten up defensively.

MatchPlug Prediction For Brest vs Lille

With Brest in strong pre-season form and Lille boasting superior squad experience, this match is set to be closely contested. Both sides are strong offensively, so goals are likely. Therefore, we’re backing a draw as the most balanced outcome.

Final Prediction: Draw

espanyol vs atletico madrid

Football Predictions Today: Espanyol vs Atletico Madrid

This Saturday, La Liga action returns as Espanyol welcome Atletico Madrid to the RCDE Stadium. Read our preview for the Espanyol VS Atletico Madrid game.

Both sides are coming off positive pre-season performances and will look to start the season on the front foot. This preview features Match Plug’s predictions, odds, and analysis of the highly anticipated la liga match happening on Saturday.

Betting Preview for Espanyol vs Atletico Madrid

  • Venue: RCDE Stadium
  • Date: Saturday, August 17th, 2025
  • Time: 21:00
  • Teams to play: Espanyol vs Atletico Madrid
  • Odds as provided by 1XBet

Betting On Espanyol

  • 1XBet Spread: +1.5
  • 1XBet Moneyline: 6.74
  • 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5

Espanyol come into this match unbeaten in six pre-season games, most recently drawing 2-2 with Newcastle United. They avoided relegation last season on the final day with a 2-0 win over Las Palmas.

The Catalan side lost key goalkeeper Joan Garcia to Barcelona but strengthened with signings like Marko Dmitrovic, Ramon Terrats, and Kike Garcia. Retaining Javi Puado is a big boost for their attack.

Betting On Atletico Madrid

  • 1XBet Spread: -1.5
  • 1XBet Moneyline: 1.606
  • 1XBet Over/Under: Under 2.5

Atletico Madrid have been busy in the transfer market again, adding Alex Baena, Thiago Almada, David Hancko, Matteo Ruggeri, and Johnny Cardoso. They ended their pre-season with a 2-0 win over Newcastle, showing early signs of form.

Under Diego Simeone, Atletico remain defensively solid but their new attacking options could add more firepower this season. They’ll aim to start strong and mount another title challenge.

MatchPlug Prediction For Espanyol vs Madrid

Espanyol’s home form and unbeaten pre-season will give them confidence, but Atletico’s squad depth and quality make them favourites. 

We expect a competitive game, with Atletico edging it narrowly. Expect the visitors to control possession over the 90 minutes.

Final Prediction: Atletico Madrid Moneyline

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