Football tips Tuesday 17th March

 

Time	Home Team	Away Team	Tips
EUROPE: Champions League - Play Offs
18:45	Sporting CP	Bodo/Glimt	2 EH
21:00	Arsenal	Bayer Leverkusen	12&ov1.5
21:00	Chelsea	PSG	2 EH
21:00	Manchester City	Real Madrid	2 0.5
ALGERIA: Ligue 1
15:00	Mostaganem	Paradou	ov1.5
15:00	Olympique Akbou	Constantine	12
22:00	MC Alger	Khenchela	1 2UP
22:00	Oran	El Bayadh	1 EH
ENGLAND: Championship
20:45	Watford	Wrexham	x or gg
ENGLAND: League One
20:45	AFC Wimbledon	Leyton Orient	x or ov2.5
20:45	Blackpool	Port Vale	1 or ov2.5
20:45	Bolton	Doncaster	1 0.5
20:45	Bradford City	Mansfield	gg
20:45	Burton	Reading	x or gg
20:45	Cardiff	Wycombe	12
20:45	Huddersfield	Lincoln	ST 0.5
20:45	Luton	Exeter	1 1up
20:45	Peterborough	Rotherham	12&ov1.5
20:45	Plymouth	Stevenage	x or ov2.5
20:45	Stockport County	Northampton	ST 0.5
21:00	Barnsley	Wigan	ov1.5
ENGLAND: League Two
20:30	Newport	Bromley	ov1.5
20:45	Accrington	Notts Co	1 0.5
20:45	Bristol Rovers	Shrewsbury	HT 0.5
20:45	Cheltenham	Crewe	AH X
20:45	Chesterfield	Oldham	ov1.5
20:45	Crawley	Barnet	ov2.5
20:45	Gillingham	Swindon	HT 0.5
20:45	Grimsby	Fleetwood	2 0.5
20:45	Salford	Barrow	x or ov2.5
20:45	Tranmere	Harrogate	12
20:45	Walsall	Cambridge Utd	ov1.5
ENGLAND: National League
20:45	Brackley Town	Solihull Moors	ov2.5
20:45	Gateshead	Wealdstone	ST 1.5
20:45	Southend	Rochdale	HT 0.5
20:45	Truro	Scunthorpe	2 EH
20:45	Woking	Yeovil	asn ov2
ENGLAND: National League North
20:45	AFC Telford	Macclesfield	2 0.5
20:45	Chorley	Kidderminster	2 EH
20:45	Darlington	Radcliffe	gg
20:45	Hereford	AFC Fylde	gg or ov2.5
20:45	King’s Lynn	South Shields	ov1.5
20:45	Leamington	Buxton	2 EH
20:45	Peterborough Sports	Marine	ov1.5
20:45	Southport	Alfreton	x or gg
20:45	Spennymoor	Curzon Ashton	HT 0.5
ENGLAND: National League South
20:45	Chesham	AFC Totton	ov2.5
20:45	Enfield Town	Dorking	12&gg
20:45	Farnborough	Dag & Red	12
20:45	Horsham FC	Bath	1 1up
20:45	Maidenhead	Ebbsfleet	x or ov2.5
20:45	Weston-super-Mare	Tonbridge	AH X
ENGLAND: National League Cup - Play Offs
20:00	Boreham Wood	West Ham U21	asn ov3
ENGLAND: NPL Premier Division
20:45	Gainsborough	Hyde	HT 1.5
20:45	Prescot	Cleethorpes	ov2.5
20:45	Whitby	Ashton Utd	ST 0.5
ENGLAND: Southern League Premier Central
20:45	Alvechurch	Stamford	AH X
20:45	Bromsgrove	Harborough	ov1.5
20:45	Halesowen	Banbury	ov1.5
20:45	Kettering	Sudbury	gg
20:45	Real Bedford	Worcester	gg
ENGLAND: Southern League Premier South
20:30	Wimborne	Walton & Hersham	x or un2.5
20:45	Farnham	Dorchester	ov1.5
20:45	Plymouth Parkway	Chertsey	1 0.5
20:45	Tiverton	Basingstoke	gg
ENGLAND: Isthmian League Premier Division
20:45	Canvey	Chatham	ov2.5
20:45	Whitehawk	Cheshunt	asn ov3
ICELAND: League Cup
19:00	Stjarnan	Vestri	ov2.5
ICELAND: League Cup - Play Offs
19:00	Thor Akureyri	Fylkir	ov2.5
ITALY: Serie B
19:00	Palermo	Juve Stabia	12
20:00	Catanzaro	Modena	gg
20:00	Mantova	Cesena	gg
20:00	Reggiana	Monza	asn ov2
20:00	Spezia	Empoli	ov1.5
20:00	Venezia	Padova	1
NETHERLANDS: Eerste Divisie
20:00	Almere City	Waalwijk	2 0.5
20:00	Den Haag	Jong Utrecht	x or gg
20:00	Dordrecht	Oss	ov1.5
20:00	Venlo	Jong Ajax	1 EH
RUSSIA: Russian Cup - Play Offs
17:30	Krasnodar	CSKA Moscow	2 or ov2.5
SCOTLAND: League One
20:45	Inverness	Peterhead	12&ov1.5
SCOTLAND: League Two
20:45	Spartans	Forfar Athletic	1 0.5
SWITZERLAND: Super League
19:00	St. Gallen	Lugano	1 0.5
TURKEY: Super Lig
18:00	Fenerbahce	Gaziantep	1 1.5

 

"Chelsea vs PSG & Luton Town vs Exeter City: Key Match Previews"

"Chelsea vs Paris Saint-Germain"

Chelsea host Paris Saint-Germain at Stamford Bridge in London on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00 GMT (21:00 CET, 4:00 p.m. ET). This UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second-leg tie carries huge tension, as Chelsea must produce a strong comeback performance after a difficult first leg in Paris.

Liam Rosenior’s Chelsea side have shown flashes of quality in Europe but arrive under pressure following recent domestic setbacks, including a loss to Newcastle. At home, the Blues typically play with intensity and creativity, relying on quick combinations, high pressing, and dangerous transitions through players like Cole Palmer, Enzo Fernández, and João Pedro. The Stamford Bridge crowd will be loud and expectant as Chelsea chase progression, needing to overturn the aggregate deficit with attacking flair and defensive resilience.

PSG, the reigning champions in some contexts or strong contenders, travel with confidence after a solid first-leg display. They favor controlled possession, rapid attacks led by pacey wingers and clinical forwards such as Ousmane Dembélé, Bradley Barcola, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Manager will look to manage the game smartly, absorb pressure, and strike on the counter or from set-pieces to secure their place in the quarter-finals.

"Tactical Focus"

The match is likely to be open and high-stakes. Chelsea will press aggressively to regain the ball high and create overloads, while PSG aim to stay compact, control key areas, and exploit spaces behind the home defense. Midfield battles involving players like Moisés Caicedo and Vitinha could prove decisive, with both teams capable of scoring from open play or dead balls.

"Injuries and Suspensions"

Chelsea face several setbacks. Captain Reece James is ruled out with a hamstring injury that could sideline him for weeks. Malo Gusto is doubtful after illness, while Trevoh Chalobah picked up an issue in recent action. Pedro Neto’s availability is under UEFA review following an incident in the first leg. Additional long-term concerns include Levi Colwill (ACL) and others, stretching defensive and attacking options.

PSG also deal with concerns. Bradley Barcola suffered an ankle ligament sprain in the first leg and is sidelined. Other squad members may carry knocks from a busy schedule, though the visitors generally retain strong depth across the pitch.

"Key Insights"

This second leg offers Chelsea the platform of home advantage and passionate support, but they face a talented PSG side that has shown clinical edge. Recent form and the first-leg result tilt the tie in PSG’s favor on paper, yet European nights at Stamford Bridge have produced memorable comebacks. A narrow home win might not be enough, so Chelsea will need to balance attack and defense carefully. For PSG, a disciplined performance could seal progression and boost confidence heading deeper into the competition.

"Luton Town vs Exeter City""

Luton Town welcome Exeter City to Kenilworth Road on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, with kick-off set for 19:45 GMT . In this League One fixture, Luton look to build momentum and push back into the playoff positions, while Exeter aim to climb away from the lower half of the table.

Luton, sitting around 11th place, have shown improvement with recent wins, including a victory over Exeter’s counterparts in midweek drama. At home, the Hatters play with energy and directness, using width and set-pieces to create chances in front of their vocal support. They will be eager to secure three points to keep their promotion hopes alive.

Exeter sit in 18th position and have endured a difficult run without consistent victories. They typically adopt a resilient, organized approach on the road, looking to frustrate the hosts, defend compactly, and snatch opportunities on the counter or from dead balls. Points away from home would be valuable in their battle for mid-table security.

"Tactical Focus"

Luton are expected to take the initiative, pressing and probing for openings against Exeter’s block. Exeter will focus on discipline, winning duels, and launching occasional breaks. The ability of Luton to convert pressure into goals versus Exeter’s defensive organization will shape the evening, with both sides posing threats from set-pieces.

"Injuries and Suspensions"

Luton suffer a significant blow with striker Elijah Adebayo ruled out for the rest of the season after a hip injury sustained in recent action. Other long-term absentees include Shandon Baptiste (cruciate ligament) and Tom Holmes (collateral ligament), testing squad depth in attack and defense.

Exeter also manage typical squad concerns, with some players carrying knocks that limit rotation options. No major new suspensions are highlighted, but the visitors will need to be resourceful on the road.

"Key Insights"

This clash features Luton’s home ambition against Exeter’s need for resilience. The Hatters hold a slight edge due to recent form and home strength, though Exeter have shown they can compete and even cause upsets. A win for Luton would provide timely momentum in the playoff race, while Exeter would view a point or more as a solid result against stronger opposition.

Both Tuesday fixtures deliver contrasting drama — European glamour and comeback tension at Stamford Bridge, alongside a gritty League One battle at Kenilworth Road. Home advantage, squad management amid injuries, and tactical discipline will likely prove decisive as teams chase their season objectives.