Monday night football tips

 

Time	Home Team	Away Team	Tips
ITALY: Serie A
20:45	Lazio	Sassuolo	ST 0.5
SPAIN: LaLiga
21:00	Espanyol	Oviedo	1 1up
DENMARK: 1st Division
19:00	Horsens	Lyngby	x or gg
EGYPT: Premier League
20:30	El Gaish	Al Ahly	HT 0.5
20:30	National Bank Egypt	Pyramids	1 1up
ENGLAND: FA Cup
20:30	West Ham	Brentford	2 0.5
FRANCE: Ligue 2
20:45	Dunkerque	Reims	gg&ov2.5
IRELAND: Premier Division
20:45	Shelbourne	Shamrock Rovers	12
ITALY: Serie C - Group B
20:30	Ascoli	Ravenna	1 or ov2.5
20:30	Campobasso	Arezzo	HT 0.5
20:30	Perugia	Pontedera	1 EH
NETHERLANDS: Eerste Divisie
20:00	Jong AZ	FC Emmen	asn ov3
NORWAY: NM Cup
19:00	Egersund	Aalesund	ov2.5
POLAND: Ekstraklasa
19:00	Wisla Plock	Arka Gdynia	un3.5
POLAND: Division 1
18:00	Polonia Warszawa	LKS Lodz	2 0.5
PORTUGAL: Liga Portugal
21:15	Tondela	Rio Ave	ST 0.5
PORTUGAL: Liga Portugal 2
19:00	Benfica B	Feirense	ST 0.5
ROMANIA: Superliga
19:00	CFR Cluj	Dinamo Bucuresti	ov1.5
SPAIN: LaLiga2
20:30	Almeria	Cultural Leonesa	1 EH
SWEDEN: Svenska Cupen
19:00	AIK	Hacken	2 0.5
19:00	Vasteras SK	Oddevold	12&ov1.5
TURKEY: Super Lig
18:00	Alanyaspor	Genclerbirligi	gg
18:00	Kayserispor	Trabzonspor	2 1up
WALES: Cymru South
20:45	Trethomas Bluebirds	Newport City	ov1.5

 

"Lazio vs Sassuolo & Espanyol vs Oviedo: Key Match Previews"

"Lazio vs Sassuolo"

Lazio host Sassuolo at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Sunday, March 8, 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00 CET (14:00 UK time, 9:00 a.m. ET). This Serie A clash sees a Lazio side chasing a top-four spot and European qualification welcome a Sassuolo team fighting desperately to avoid relegation.

Marco Baroni’s Lazio have been inconsistent in recent weeks but remain firmly in the mix for Champions League football next season. At home, they are difficult to beat and usually impose their style through quick transitions, strong pressing, and dangerous attacking play led by experienced forwards. The Olimpico crowd will be expecting a dominant performance as Lazio look to bounce back and keep pressure on the teams above them.

Sassuolo sit near the foot of the table and have struggled all season, winning just a handful of games. Their away form has been particularly poor, leaving them with a mountain to climb if they hope to survive. The visitors will likely set up defensively, aiming to frustrate Lazio, stay compact, and look for occasional counter-attacking opportunities or set-piece chances. Survival remains the only priority, and every point on the road is precious.

"Tactical Focus"

Lazio should control possession and territory, using width and central combinations to break down Sassuolo’s expected low block. The hosts will press aggressively to win the ball high up the pitch, while Sassuolo focus on organization and resilience. The midfield battle and Lazio’s ability to convert chances efficiently will likely decide the outcome, with set-pieces offering another route to goal for both sides.

"Injuries and Suspensions"

Lazio head into the match with a relatively clean bill of health, though a couple of players are carrying minor knocks that will be assessed closer to kick-off. No major long-term absentees or suspensions significantly weaken the squad, allowing Baroni decent selection options.

Sassuolo face more pressing concerns. Several key defenders and midfielders are sidelined with injuries, stretching their already thin squad. No fresh suspensions are confirmed, but the lack of depth could force the manager into difficult choices against a stronger home side.

"Key Insights"

This looks like a mismatch on paper, with Lazio’s quality and home advantage making them strong favorites. Recent head-to-head meetings have often favored the Roman club, and Sassuolo’s poor away record adds to the challenge. A win here would be vital for Lazio to maintain their European push, while Sassuolo need a miracle result to keep their slim survival hopes alive.

Fans can expect Lazio to dominate and create numerous chances, though they must stay alert to Sassuolo’s occasional counters. The atmosphere at the Olimpico should help push the home side toward three valuable points.

"Espanyol vs Oviedo"

Espanyol welcome Real Oviedo to the RCDE Stadium in Barcelona on Sunday, March 8, 2026, with kick-off set for 18:30 CET (17:30 UK time, 12:30 p.m. ET). In this Segunda División fixture, Espanyol – pushing for automatic promotion – face an Oviedo side battling to stay in the playoff positions.

Espanyol have been one of the stronger teams in the second tier this season and perform well at home, where they use pace, direct play, and set-piece threats to put opponents under pressure. Manager will look to secure a routine victory that keeps them firmly in the promotion hunt.

Oviedo sit in mid-to-lower mid-table and have shown resilience on the road at times. They will probably adopt a compact shape, defend deep, and try to hit Espanyol on the break or through long balls. Points are important as they aim to secure a comfortable finish or even sneak into the promotion playoffs.

"Tactical Focus"

Espanyol are expected to take the initiative, controlling the game and looking for openings through quick attacks and wide play. Oviedo will focus on staying organized, winning second balls, and launching occasional counters. The ability of Espanyol to break down a stubborn defense versus Oviedo’s discipline will be the main theme of the afternoon.

"Injuries and Suspensions"

Espanyol have a few injury worries, particularly in midfield and attack, with one or two players doubtful after recent games. No major suspensions affect the squad, but depth will be tested.

Oviedo also deal with some absences, mainly in defense, which could leave them vulnerable against Espanyol’s attacking options. No new suspensions complicate matters, though the visitors will need to manage their limited resources carefully.

"Key Insights"

Espanyol start as clear favorites due to their stronger league position and home form. A victory would be a big step toward promotion, while Oviedo will be satisfied with a point if they can frustrate the hosts. Recent meetings between the sides have often been tight, but Espanyol’s quality at the RCDE Stadium gives them the edge.

Both matches on Sunday offer important points for teams with very different objectives — European dreams for Lazio and promotion hopes for Espanyol, versus survival scrap for Sassuolo and a solid mid-table finish for Oviedo. Supporters can look forward to two competitive fixtures where home advantage and current form should play decisive roles.