The big dogs are expected to bark and bite in UCL Matchweek 1

Form-savvy punters will find plenty of encouragement on this week’s EPL coupon

Man Utd are considered very dangerous underdogs against treble-chasing City

An Anfield upset could be on the cards this weekend

Bruno Guimaraes’ return from suspension could with Newcastle a cup-winning boost

Both of our Carabao Cup semi-finals best bets landed in last week’s first legs. We’re back to build on that bankroll with two more selections ahead of the second instalments of the Newcastle vs Southampton and Manchester United last-four ties.

Tournament favourites Manchester United face Nottingham Forest in the second of the League Cup semi-finals this Wednesday, as they looked to end a domestic-honours drought that goes back nearly six-years.

The relentless post-World-Cup football schedule continues apace in midweek with the Carabao Cup semi-final first legs. Southampton host Newcastle on Tuesday night before Manchester United visit Nottingham Forest the following evening.

Man Utd head to the Emirates this Sunday for what has to be considered an unlikely title clash.