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10 Matches To Bet On And Value Bets

The major football leagues may have wrapped up, but the action continues. We’ve picked out 10 matches taking place this weekend that are well worth a punt.

Check out our suggested bets and top value picks to help you make more informed decisions.


Drogheda vs Sligo Rovers (Friday)

Drogheda United will look to bounce back from recent setbacks when they host Sligo Rovers in Friday night’s League of Ireland Premier Division clash. The Boynesiders currently sit third in the standings but trail league leaders Shamrock Rovers by 11 points. Sligo, meanwhile, find themselves near the foot of the table in ninth, having collected just 15 points from 19 games so far.

Suggested bet: Drogheda to win
Value bet: Drogheda to win and over 2.5 goals

Shamrock Rovers vs Cork City (Friday)

Shamrock Rovers host Cork City at Tallaght Stadium on Friday in a clash between the league’s front-runners and strugglers. The Hoops are chasing a third consecutive victory this week, while Cork are desperate to stop the rot and pick up crucial points in their fight for survival.

Suggested bet: Shamrock to win
Value bet: Shamrock to win both halves


Jamaica vs Guadeloupe (Saturday)

Jamaica and Guadeloupe will both be eager to get off the mark at the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup when they meet on Saturday in San Jose. The Reggae Boyz slipped to a narrow 1-0 loss against Guatemala in their opener, while Guadeloupe were undone in a seven-goal thriller, falling 5-2 to 2023 finalists Panama.

Suggested bet: Jamaica to win
Value bet: Jamaica to win and over 2.5 goals

Guatemala vs Panama (Saturday)

Guatemala and Panama go head-to-head on Saturday at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas, with top spot in Group C up for grabs at the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Both teams kicked off their campaigns with wins – Guatemala edged past Jamaica with a 1-0 victory, while Panama made a strong statement by putting five past Guadeloupe.

Suggested bet: Both teams to score
Value bet: Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals


Yokohama vs Okayama (Saturday)

Yokohama will be hoping to turn their season around when they host Okayama at the Nissan Stadium on Saturday. Winless in recent outings, the home side are desperate for three points as they try to close the gap at the foot of the J1 League table. Okayama, meanwhile, make the trip sitting in 13th place and look to bounce back from a loss in their previous match.

Suggested bet: Under 2.5 goals
Value bet: Draw

Bodo/Glimt vs SK Brann (Saturday)

Saturday evening sees a high-stakes clash in the Norwegian Eliteserien as Bodo/Glimt welcome SK Brann to Aspmyra Stadion. While Bodo/Glimt sit fifth, they have a few games in hand that could propel them up the table. Brann, on the other hand, are holding strong in second place, just six points off the summit and keen to keep the pressure on the leaders.

Suggested bet: Both teams to score
Value bet: Bodo/Glimt to win and both teams to score


Curacao vs Canada (Saturday)

Canada have the chance to book their spot in the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarter-finals when they face Curacao on Saturday at Shell Energy Stadium. The Canadians made a flying start to the tournament with a dominant 6-0 win over Honduras, putting them in control of Group B. Curacao, meanwhile, were held to a goalless draw by El Salvador and will need a strong showing to stay in the hunt.

Suggested bet: Canada to win
Value bet: Canada to win and over 2.5 goals

Honduras vs El Salvador (Saturday)

Honduras and El Salvador face off in the first all-Central American showdown of the 2025 Gold Cup on Saturday at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston. Both teams are still looking for their first goal of the tournament. Honduras were thrashed 6-0 by Canada in their opener, leaving them at the bottom of Group B, while El Salvador sit third after a 0-0 draw with Curacao.

Suggested bet: Under 2.5 goals
Value bet: Draw


Mamelodi Sundowns vs Dortmund (Saturday)

Mamelodi Sundowns take on Borussia Dortmund in their second group stage clash at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup this Saturday at TQL Stadium. The South African champions have picked up three wins from their last five outings, but they’ll face a stern test against a Dortmund side enjoying an eight-game unbeaten streak. While it promises to be a competitive encounter, the Germans may have the edge thanks to their depth and experience.

Suggested bet: Dortmund to win
Value bet: Dortmund to win and over 2.5 goals

Inter Milan vs Urawa Reds (Saturday)

Both teams have yet to secure a win in their FIFA Club World Cup campaigns, making this match a must-win for either side. Italian powerhouse Inter Milan enter as strong favourites against Urawa Reds, and it’s likely they will overcome the Japanese team to keep their hopes alive.

Suggested bet: Inter Milan to win
Value bet: Inter Milan to win on the handicap

Tims is a CSA accreditated freelance cricket writer who also does cricket commentary for Guerilla Cricket SA and founder of the Full Quota Podcast.

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