It's crunch time for Celtic boss Wilfried Nancy and if he loses today's derby with Rangers at Parkhead, it's hard to see the Frenchman surviving.
Tuesday's shambolic 2-0 loss at Motherwell made it five defeats from his seven games in charge and they now sit just three points ahead of their bitter rivals.
Rangers have improved since Danny Rohl replaced Russel Martin and they will fancy their chances against Nancy's flimsy three-man defence.
Celtic vs Rangers top betting tips
I'm amazed to see Celtic as odds-on favourites for this one with most firms, although you can back them at evens with Betfair.
Nothing about their performances under Nancy suggests they should be at that price and the Hoops haven't won any of the last six derbies inside 90 minutes.
Even when interim boss Martin O'Neill led them victory in the League Cup semi-final, it was only after 10-man Rangers had come from 1-0 down with 10 men to force extra time.
So the Ibrox side look great value at 11/4 with Betfred today, even though they're away from home and haven't been any great shakes themselves this season.
Nancy's decision to implement a three-man defence is the biggest reason for the chaos, particularly when he's playing two full-backs out of position.
The Hoops have conceded two or more in all but one of Nancy's games in charge, with even rock-bottom Livingston managing to score twice against them.
That suggests the 33/20 on offer at BetMGM for over 1.5 Rangers goals also offers a bit of value.
For a long-odds punt, Celtic stopper Auston Trusty has been looking increasingly exposed and frustrated, with the American 50/1 at Bet365 to be sent off today.
AFC Bournemouth vs Arsenal
It has been a happy new year so far for Arsenal and the Gunners have the chance to move further clear at the top of the Premier League with a win in Bournemouth tonight.
Mikel Arteta's men claimed a statement 4-1 win over third-placed Aston Villa on Tuesday then saw Manchester City slip up at Sunderland on New Year's Day.
That saw them move points clear of City and six ahead of Villa, fuelling hopes they can win the title for the first time since 2004.
They should be too strong for a Bournemouth side who have gone 10 games without a win and Arsenal are 8/15 favourites.
The Cherries did draw 2-2 at Chelsea on Tuesday so it will be a test for the Gunners defence. Combining a win for the leaders with BTTS boosts their odds to 21/10 at Bet365.
Andoni Iraola's men usually create plenty of chances and I like the 21/20 on offer at BetMGM for striker Evanilson to have an effort on target.
Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest
It will be interesting to see how Aston Villa react to that Arsenal defeat when Nottingham Forest come calling today.
Unai Emery's men were on a 11-game winning run before the wheels came off at the Emirates and fans will be hoping that heavy defeat was just a blip.
The scoreline was a bit harsh on Villa and the bookies are backing them to bounce back today, with the home win a best 4/5 at 888Sport.
Forest's revival under Sean Dyche has hit a bump in the road, with defeats to Fulham, Manchester City and Everton in their last three games. So I'm going to combine a Villa win with over 1.5 goals at 21/20 with Bet365.
Villa skipper John McGinn started on the bench at Arsenal but should return to the starting line-up today. The Scot is always at the heart of the battle and is 23/20 at Coral for over 1.5 fouls.
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Super singles
- Rangers to win 11/4 Betfred
- Evanilson over 0.5 shots on target 21/20 BetMGM
- John McGinn over 1.5 fouls 23/20 Coral
Long shot
- Auston Trusty to be red carded 50/1 Bet365
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It's another big weekend of racing and Rizzel's hoping to strike gold with some top tips.
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Under 6 cards in old firm game at 10/11.
Winner
Red card Trixie for me
Red card in the match
Celtic v Rangers 12/5
Dundee Utd v Dundee 19/5
Monaco v Lyon 5/2
3x doubles & 56/1 treble
I don`t know if you have an account with Skybet Joe , but you can get 107/1 for your treble with them mate .
Good luck with your bet .
I don’t do online Cocker but it’s appreciated buddy. Cheers and good luck 👍🏻
Lunchtime double
Aston Villa 2+ gls 17/20
Celtic v Rangers BTTS & 2+ cards each 6/4
7/2 double
Betbuilder in Glasgow when teams are announced. Fancy McGregor, Araujo in hoops & Barron, Miovski in blue… If they start
No wonder celtic lost,not one yellow card🤔
Celtic vs Rangers
Fernandez 1+ shots on target @ 5/2 (bet365) Nap
Fernandez 2+ shots on target @ 18/1 (bet365)
While a defensive bomb scare at times, Fernandez is a threat at every set piece in the opposition box and is never far away with headed efforts. Has also been staying up front if Rangers are chasing a goal late in a game. Think the prices are pretty generous here.
Good luck 🤞
Celtic v rangers
Over 4.5 rangers corners – evens
Won ✅
Easy money mate .
Dundee Utd
Buxton
Morecombe
Stranraer
6.87-1 over 2.5 match goals
Bet365
Highlighted during the week@Deano&co
Villa v forest btts&over 2.5mgls@5/4👍
Was something that tickled my fancy&reason why i dont pay for a service that has as much guarantee as anyone else
Over 3 cards in each of the 5 SPL matches 13/2 Bet365
Nope LOSER
Good afternoon, guys,
Today’s punt,
Elche vs Villarreal (Spanish La Liga) – kick off 17:30
BTTS & over 2.5 match goals.
Valladolid vs Santander (Spanish Segunda) -kick off 17:30
BTTS & over 2.5 match goals.
Double @ 32/10 with Bet365.
Good luck with all bets tonight!!!!
Arsenal and Luke Littler double. 6/5 your dough.
Winner
Going for a dabble on cockerspaniel bet😆
Nice v Strasbourg both teams 2 cards each 5/6@skybet
💩,was looking okish halftime,must have kissed and made up and shared oranges 🍊 😀