Betfair Betting Podcast

Premier League title-chasers Man City and Arsenal go head-to-head in a game that could have huge ramifications. The 90 minutes could very much decide who will lift the trophy this season and off the back of two cup defeats and a hammer blow against Bournemouth, the pressure is well and truly on Mikel Arteta’s side. There’s a first Merseyside derby at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday afternoon and following a Champions League exit in midweek, Liverpool are looking to cement their place in the top five. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, Mark Stinchcombe and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones to preview the two crucial crunch games, as well as Aston Villa v Sunderland. For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-17:03 Man City v Arsenal 17:04-32:57 Everton v Liverpool 32:57-40:07 Aston Villa v Sunderland

Roberto De Zerbi’s past collides with his present this weekend as Tottenham host Brighton in a hugely important Premier League match. Ahead of kick-off, Spurs currently have the worst home record in the division and the Seagulls are targeting a late push for European football with five wins in their last six matches. Andoni Iraola begins his Bournemouth farewell tour with a trip to Newcastle, whilst Coventry require one point to get over the line and return to the top flight. Kevin Hatchard is joined as ever by top tipsters Mark O’Haire, Mark Stinchcombe and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones to analyse the action on Saturday. For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-12:03 Tottenham v Brighton 12:04-24:58 Newcastle v Bournemouth 24:59-28:47 Lille v Nice 28:48-31:03 Sheffield Wednesday v Charlton 31:04-35:55 Blackburn v Coventry 35:56-38:45 Stevenage v Lincoln 38:46-42:02 Vitoria v Corinthians 42:03-44:40 Wimbledon v Plymouth 44:41-45:36 Podcast treble

Liverpool and Barcelona both must overturn two-goal deficits in order to keep their Champions League hopes alive ahead of the quarter-final second legs. Arne Slot’s side were arguably fortunate to leave Paris with a 2-0 defeat and must rely on Anfield generating another famous European atmosphere in their search for a comeback. The other remaining English side – Arsenal – hold a lead over Sporting Lisbon and are bidding to make the final four for the second season in a row. Abigail Davies is joined by Mark O’Haire and Lewis Jones to preview each of the four matches in detail, supplying the best angles angle to look for! For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-11:02 Bayern Munich v Real Madrid 11:02-21:33 Arsenal v Sporting 21:33-31:42 Liverpool v PSG 31:42-41:14 Atletico Madrid v Barcelona

It’s Day 3 and Aintree Grand National day as the team are back to take on all the ITV races and a final look at the Grand National. Vanessa Ryle is joined by Dan Barber, Katie Midwinter and Sam Turner to break down the card, share their best bets and flag where the value might be across the last day of the Aintree Grand National Festival. Everyday of the Aintree Grand National Festival. Get a free £10 bet when you bet £10 worth of racing multis. The offer will go live at 5pm on Wednesday and must be placed on the Betfair sportsbook. Exclusions and T&Cs apply, and please opt in before placing your bet. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-08:00 Novices Chase 08:00-14:00 Handicap Hurdle 14:00-20:30 Mersey Novice Hurdle 20:30-28:00 Handicap Chase 28:00-32:15 Liverpool Hurdle 32:15-39:39 Grand National 39:39-44:52 NAPS

Roberto De Zerbi takes charge of Tottenham for the first time this weekend with his job for the next seven matches simple – stay in the Premier League. His task starts against Sunderland in a crunch game on Super Sunday, that also sees Nottingham Forest take on Aston Villa and Man City travel to Stamford Bridge. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, JimmyThePunt and Mark Stinchcombe to talk through the biggest Premier League action, as well as value bets in Scotland, Italy and France! For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-12:43 Sunderland v Tottenham 12:44-15:57 Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa 15:58-28:59 Chelsea v Man City 29:00-31:30 Falkirk v Rangers 31:31-34:03 Genoa v Sassuolo 34:04-36:30 Lyon v Lorient

Liverpool suffered their 16th defeat in all competitions against PSG in midweek on the back of a hammering from Man City in the FA Cup. Arne Slot’s job is seemingly hanging by a thread ahead of the visit of Fulham, who could move to within two points of the hosts with a victory. Brentford and Everton are similarly vying for a place in Europe and meet at the Gtech Stadium this weekend, whilst there is a crucial clash in the relegation battle when West Ham can move out of the bottom three with a victory against Wolves. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, JimmyThePunt and Mark Stinchcombe to preview the best of the action from the Premier League, EFL and beyond! For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-16:36 Liverpool v Fulham 16:37-21:17 Brentford v Everton 21:18-30:02 Arsenal v Bournemouth 30:03-32:48 Chesterfield v Tranmere 32:49-38:13 West Ham v Wolves 38:14-41:45 Burton v Wimbledon 41:46-44:32 Real Sociedad v Alaves 44:33-46:28 Accrington v Fleetwood 46:29-47:10 Podcast treble

It’s Day 2 of Aintree and the team are back to take on all the ITV races. Vanessa Ryle is joined by Dan Barber, Katie Midwinter and Sam Turner to break down the card, share their best bets and flag where the value might be across the second day of the Aintree Grand National Festival. Everyday of the Aintree Grand National Festival. Get a free £10 bet when you bet £10 worth of racing multis. The offer will go live at 5pm on Wednesday and must be placed on the Betfair sportsbook. Exclusions and T&Cs apply, and please opt in before placing your bet. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-05:50 Handicap Hurdle 05:50-11:12 Mildmay Novices’ Hurdle 11:12-15:23 Top Novices Hurdle 15:23-20:31 Melling Chase (Grade 1) 20:31-27:02 Topham Handicap Chase 27:02-36:21 Sefton Novices’ Hurdle 36:21-37:16 Naps

It’s Day 1 of Aintree and the team are back to take on all the ITV races. Vanessa Ryle is joined by Dan Barber, Katie Midwinter and Sam Turner to break down the card, share their best bets and flag where the value might be across the opening day of the Aintree Grand National Festival. Everyday of the Aintree Grand National Festival. Get a free £10 bet when you bet £10 worth of racing multis. The offer will go live at 5pm on Wednesday and must be placed on the Betfair sportsbook. Exclusions and T&Cs apply, and please opt in before placing your bet. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-08:20 Juvenile Hurdle (Grade 1) 08:20-15:50 Novices’ Chase 15:50-20:40 Bowl Chase 20:40-27:00 Foxhunters ‘Open Hunters’ Chase 27:00-32:00 Aintree Hurdle (Grade 1) 32:00-37:40 Red Rum Handicap Chase 37:40-42:34 Naps

Vanessa Ryle leads Betfair’s top tipping team of Sam Turner, Katie Midwinter and Dan Barber as they break down this year’s Aintree Grand National. From the big contenders to the value picks, the team runs through the runners, the market, and where they think the race can be won and lost in this year’s very competitive race. If you’re having a bet on the National, this is everything you need before the big race. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-23:00 Top 3 Grand National selections 23:00-27:15 Aintree Festival Naps 27:15-30:58 Next best bets 30:58-37:15 Each-Way Selections 35:46-39:17 Panel’s Lucky 15

Eight teams remain in the hunt for Champions League success and there are four mouth-watering quarter-final ties in prospect… After a humbling FA Cup exit for both Liverpool and Arsenal, they now face tricky away tests, particularly the latter who head to reigning champions PSG. Out of two competitions in the last two matches, Mikel Arteta’s side are under pressure to perform in Lisbon, whilst Vincent Kompany’s free-scoring Bayern Munich head to Madrid and there’s a repeat of the weekend’s fixture in Spain as Barcelona face Atletico Madrid. Abigail Davies is joined by Mark O’Haire and JimmyThePunt to preview all four match-ups, with some eye-catching angles on offer! For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-12:13 Real Madrid v Bayern Munich 12:14-23:11 PSG v Liverpool 23:12-33:56 Barcelona v Atletico Madrid 33:57-50:49 Sporting v Arsenal

Eight teams are vying for a trip to Wembley as club football returns with some intriguing FA Cup quarter-final ties. The biggest of which takes place at the Etihad Stadium when Man City welcome Liverpool with pressure building on Arne Slot particularly if they were to fall short in this competition. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Jake Osgathorpe, Mark Stinchcombe and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones who preview each FA Cup tie and also take an in-depth look at the Good Friday action in the EFL, which includes a value bet on Norwich, goals at Loftus Road and a centre-back goalscorer! For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-22:12 Man City v Liverpool 22:13-27:35 Chelsea v Port Vale 27:36-39:28 West Ham v Leeds 39:29-41:10 Southampton v Arsenal 41:11-44:53 Oxford v Hull 44:54-48:19 Norwich v Portsmouth 48:20-52:36 Middlesbrough v Millwall 52:37-54:26 QPR v Watford 54:27-56:28 PSG v Toulouse 56:29-57:22 Podcast treble

Arsenal’s first opportunity to win a major trophy since 2020 comes against Man City in the EFL Cup on Sunday afternoon. Mikel Arteta is unbeaten against Pep Guardiola in the last six matches and will be hoping to secure silverware for the first time in almost six years. On the back of a hugely disappointing exit against Barcelona, Newcastle host rivals Sunderland in a game that represents huge importance for Eddie Howe, whilst Tottenham and Nottingham Forest go head-to-head in a very important six pointer in the battle to avoid the drop. For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-14:25 Arsenal v Man City 14:26-19:31 Newcastle v Sunderland 19:32-33:50 Tottenham v Nottingham Forest 33:51-37:37 Aston Villa v West Ham 37:38-42:01 Real Madrid v Atletico Madrid 42:02-45:15 Braga v Porto

Everton host Liam Rosenior’s Chelsea at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday, or as it’s better known to Mark O’Haire, the Hill Dicky. Following their disastrous end to their Champions League campaign, Chelsea’s full focus must turn to securing a top five place in order to qualify for the competition once more next term. The team currently ahead of them, Liverpool, head to Brighton who have a surprisingly strong home record under Fabian Hurzeler, whilst Leeds will look to pull clear of the relegation zone at home to Brentford under the lights. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark O’Haire, Mark Stinchcombe and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones to preview the action on Friday and Saturday. For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-15:57 Everton v Chelsea 15:58-20:09 Brighton v Liverpool 20:10-26:22 Leeds v Brentford 26:23-30:05 Hull v Sheffield Wednesday 30:06-36:54 Bournemouth v Man United 36:55-40:05 Derby v Birmingham 40:06-46:03 Bromley v Colchester 46:04-48:42 Villarreal v Real Sociedad 48:43-50:31 Podcast treble

Newcastle are hoping to end Barcelona’s faultless record at Camp Nou with a seismic shock in the Champions League round of 16 second leg. They head to Spain on the back of a dramatic 1-1 draw at St James’ Park, one of two English teams that didn’t suffer defeat in the first leg. On the other hand, Man City and Chelsea both have significant work to do as they trail Real Madrid and PSG by three goals respectively. Abigail Davies is joined by Mark O’Haire, Jake Osgathorpe and JimmyThePunt to preview the midweek European action. For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-11:40 Barcelona v Newcastle 11:41-18:08 Liverpool v Galatasaray 18:09-28:09 Chelsea v PSG 28:10-41:12 Man City v Real Madrid 41:13-45:52 Tottenham v Atletico Madrid 45:53-55:54 Sporting v Bodo/Glimt 55:55-56:11 Podcast treble

Tottenham’s freefall continued in midweek as they conceded five against Atletico Madrid and now face a daunting trip to Anfield in the Premier League. Winless in 2026, there’s not much confidence from our top-topping team that their luck will change – in fact quite the opposite! Elsewhere on Sunday Man United host Aston Villa, goals are expected at Selhurst Park and Barcelona are fancied to build on their faultless home record. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark Stinchcombe, Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones and Betfair trader Emmet O’Keeffe to preview Sunday’s action. For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-20:10 Liverpool v Tottenham 20:11-22:53 Nottingham Forest v Fulham 22:54-29:08 Man United v Aston Villa 29:09-39:04 Crystal Palace v Leeds 39:05-42:44 Barcelona v Sevilla

Man City’s Champions League hopes are all but over after a crushing 3-0 defeat to Real Madrid and now face a tricky Premier League assignment away at West Ham – even if the table suggests otherwise. Nuno Espirito Santo’s side have improved drastically since the turn of the year, endangering their London rivals Tottenham for relegation who sit just one point above them. Leaders Arsenal face Everton and despite David Moyes’ atrocious record against the ‘Big Six’, the Football…Only Bettor team predict a tricky game. Kevin Hatchard is joined by Mark Stinchcombe, Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones and Betfair trader Emmet O’Keeffe to preview Saturday’s football. Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every day at the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-16:59 West Ham v Man City 17:00-26:09 Arsenal v Everton 26:10-30:36 Real Madrid v Elche 30:37-42:21 Chelsea v Newcastle 42:22-44:55 Celtic v Motherwell 44:56-48:03 Cambridge v Gillingham 48:04-49:24 Podcast treble

Some blockbuster ties await in the Champions League Round of 16, starting with the League Phase rematch between Real Madrid and Man City. The pair meet for the sixth time in the last two years and the expectation from our top-tipping team remains the same – fouls and cards! Newcastle host Barcelona for the second season in a row with the competition representing their last chance at winning a trophy this season, whilst relegation-threatened Tottenham face a daunting trip to Atletico Madrid. Abigail Davies is joined by Mark O’Haire, Jake Osagthorpe and Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones to preview each Champions League game this midweek. Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every day at the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 0:00-5:21 Real Madrid v Man City 5:22-15:19 Newcastle v Barcelona 15:20-18:39 Bayer Leverkusen v Arsenal 18:40-28:11 PSG v Chelsea 28:12-37:14 Galatasaray v Liverpool 37:15-46:07 Atletico Madrid v Tottenham 46:08-49:54 Bodo/Glimt v Sporting 49:55-52:45 Atalanta v Bayern Munich 52:46-52:57 Podcast treble

The Racing Only Bettor team have come together for their 2026 Cheltenham Preview on the eve of the greatest show on turf. Vanessa Ryle as ever is joined by Dan Barber, Sam Turner and Katie Midwinter to go through all 28 races at next week's meeting, where only strong opinions may only apply. The four of them at the end of the show have put up their Naps for the 2026 Cheltenham Festival and also a combined each-way lucky 15 that is not to be missed at big prices. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-07:20 Supreme Novices' Hurdle 07:20-11:30 Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices' Chase 11:30-21:00 Champion Hurdle 21:00-26:30 Day 1 Handicaps 26:30-32:30 Turners Novices' Hurdle 32:30-38:10 Brown Advisory Novices' Chase 38:10-43:05 Champion Chase 43:05-47:28 Day 2 Handicaps 47:28-51:38 Mares’ Hurdle 51:38-56:00 Stayers Hurdle 56:00-59:25 Ryanair Chase 59:25-01:03:27 Day 3 Handicaps 01:03:27-01:09:50 Triumph Hurdle 01:09:50-01:13:30 Albert Bartlett Novices Hurdle 01:13:30-01:20:40 Cheltenham Gold Cup 01:20:40-01:24:45 Day 4 Handicaps 01:24:45-01:27:22 Naps 01:27:22-01:29:18 Lucky 15

After hauling themselves up to within a point of safety in the Premier League, West Ham briefly turn their attention to the FA Cup as they host Brentford. The visitors whilst still fighting for European football will also consider the competition to be one they can target, but Lewis Jones is unsure about backing them as favourites. Elsewhere Emmet O’Keeffe is keen on a centre-back goalscorer at Craven Cottage, whilst Jake Osgathorpe has a host of value picks across Europe. Host Kevin Hatchard steers the top-tipping team through the best of the action on Sunday. For information about Safe Sub, Match Ups and insights on football, head to betting.betfair.com. 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-7:14 West Ham v Brentford 07:15-10:24 Fulham v Southampton 10:25-12:14 Port Vale v Sunderland 12:15-14:59 AC Milan v Inter 15:00-21:23 QPR v Middlesbrough 21:24-23:01 Villarreal v Elche 23:02-28:37 Leeds v Norwich 28:38-30:34 Bologna v Verona

Vanessa Ryle is joined by top tipping team Dan Barber, Sam Turner and Katie Midwinter to preview the Betfair Imperial Cup at Sandown, where Mondo Man heads the market in a competitive field. The team also looks at the ITV races from Wolverhampton on the all-weather. Listen to Betfair's full Cheltenham Festival Preview show on Sunday 8th March. Get a £10 free bet when you bet £10 on racing multiples every single weekend leading up to the Cheltenham Festival. For more information, click here: https://promos.betfair.com/promotion?promoCode=hrb10g10240126 18+. Please gamble responsibly. Visit www.gambleaware.org for more. 00:00-28:23 Sandown 28:23-43:02 Wolverhampton 43:02-44:48 NAPS