This one’s tight historically, but Salford’s season form edges them in outright result value. Expect an open game with goals — both teams have shown they can score in this rivalry, and Accrington at home can make life uncomfortable.

City should control and take this — they have the firepower, home edge, and history on their side. Newcastle are a threat in spells, but structurally, they’re betting underdogs here with very limited blow-up potential.

Arsenal should just shade this — they’re the better team overall and control the cup tie mathematically and psychologically. Chelsea’s run makes this competitive, but it’s still Arsenal’s pot to grasp.

This is one team trending up (Málaga) versus one trending down (Mirandés). Even if Mirandés dig in defensively, Málaga’s confidence and quality should get them on the board and most likely push for the win.

Bottom line in blunt terms: City should get the job done — they’re the better side and in a more consistent rhythm — but expect goals and an open game rather than a sterile stalemate.

Blackburn are basically tanking right now — they can’t score, can’t hold leads, and are losing confidence at home. Hull, meanwhile, are climbing and playing with structure.

Lazio have the pedigree and recent head-to-head dominance — they should edge this, but expect a tight, low-scoring game rather than a goal fest.

This isn’t a trap where Celta sit deep and frustrate. It’s a matchup where the hosts have just enough firepower and structure to edge it, while Celta’s attacking threat should keep it competitive and goal-oriented.

Chelsea look like the side more equipped to take control and convert it into points, while Napoli are reactive and chasing. That dynamic usually favors the away team in European knockout-style matchups.

Peterborough are the better bet to take the points here. Stevenage are struggling for consistency and goals, while Posh — even if imperfect — bring more threat and historical edge in this fixture.