While many punters naturally gravitate towards backing a winner, betting on a draw can be a smart and rewarding alternative.
This is because bookmakers typically assign bigger odds to stalemates, which occur less often than victories for either team.
With that in mind, let’s examine this weekend’s fixtures and identify the games where draw outcomes present the best value.
Sassuolo vs Torino (Saturday, 17:30)
Sassuolo and Torino could be difficult to separate when they meet in Serie A on Saturday evening.
Neither side got off the mark on the opening weekend, with both suffering narrow defeats, so there could be a more cautious approach from the pair here as they look to avoid another setback.
The head-to-head record also points towards a closely fought contest, with four of the last 10 meetings ending in a draw. That trend is even more pronounced when Sassuolo have had home advantage, with three of those four stalemates coming at the Mapei Stadium.
Aberdeen vs Rangers (Sunday, 12:00)
The draw looks like an appealing option when Aberdeen welcome Rangers to Pittodrie in the Scottish Premiership on Sunday.
Aberdeen have made an encouraging start to the season under Stephen Robinson, while Rangers are still searching for their first league win after drawing with Dundee United and losing at home to Hibs. Derek McInnes's side were dealt another blow on Thursday night when Jablonec knocked them out of the Europa Conference League qualifiers, leaving the Light Blues with plenty to address ahead of this weekend's trip to Pittodrie.
Rangers desperately need a win, but their recent struggles could make it difficult for them to come away with all three points. Their 1-1 draw at Dundee United also provides some encouragement for the draw, with that same scoreline well within the realms of possibility on Sunday.
Leeds vs Brentford (Sunday, 14:00)
Leeds and Brentford both enjoyed excellent starts to the new Premier League season last weekend, but there is plenty to suggest that they could cancel each other out at Elland Road on Sunday afternoon.
The two sides look closely matched on paper, while their records from last season also provide plenty of encouragement for those expecting a tight contest. Leeds drew 14 of their 38 league games last term, while Brentford shared the spoils on 11 occasions, meaning both sides were among the division's most frequent drawers.
There is also a strong head-to-head trend to consider, as both meetings between the two teams last season ended level. With little to separate the pair, another stalemate could be on the cards in West Yorkshire this weekend.
Weekend Draw Treble
- Sassuolo vs Torino
- Aberdeen vs Rangers
- Leeds vs Brentford
- Treble pays 42/1 (bet365)
Grant Heaney, aka SlipsTips, is a Freelance Football and Darts Writer with over six years experience. Grant has written football and darts betting content for some of the biggest betting websites and newspapers in the UK. He is a Falkirk season ticket holder and avid watcher of football and darts, whether it be UK-based or further afield. You can find all of his tips on X @SlipsTips
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