After a short international break, club football returns, bringing a thrilling set of matchups across Europe and Africa. SuperSport will be showcasing the best of these games, so get ready for a weekend packed with excitement. Here are some of the key fixtures to look forward to, brought to you by SuperSportBet:
Gunners giving their ALL to stay unbeaten
Premier League: Bournemouth v Arsenal
Saturday, 19 October | 6:30pm (CAT), live on SuperSport
Arsenal travel to Bournemouth looking to extend their unbeaten run to 11 games this season. The Gunners have dominated this fixture, winning 11 of their 14 Premier League encounters, with all three exceptions coming in Bournemouth home games. Arsenal’s last four wins against the Cherries have seen them score 13 goals and concede just twice.
Bournemouth have been resilient this season, recording the most high turnovers leading to shots in the league, but they face a tough challenge against an Arsenal side hungry to stay in the title race.
The Gunners are one win away from reaching the milestone of 2 000 top-flight victories, and their young star Bukayo Saka could make history by becoming the youngest player to score 50 Premier League goals for the club. Expect an intriguing battle as Bournemouth aim to spoil Arsenal’s unbeaten streak.
ALL systems go for the start of the Carling Knockout
Carling Knockout: SuperSport United v Kaizer Chiefs
Saturday, 19 October | 8pm (CAT), live on SuperSport
The much-anticipated Carling Knockout kicks off with a heavyweight clash between SuperSport United and Kaizer Chiefs. Both teams are eager to make a statement, especially Chiefs, who are desperate to end their trophy drought that stretches back to 2015.
With Gavin Hunt now at the helm of SuperSport, he faces his former club in what is set to be a tactical battle. The two sides have been evenly matched in recent meetings, each securing three wins in their last six encounters. The margins have always been narrow, with all six victories decided by a single goal. Expect a tense, competitive affair as these South African giants go head-to-head for a spot in the next round.
ALL set for a heavyweight clash at Anfield
Premier League: Liverpool v Chelsea
Sunday, 20 October | 5:30pm (CAT), live on SuperSport
Anfield will host one of the Premier League's biggest fixtures as Liverpool take on Chelsea. While the Reds have had the upper hand in this fixture, going unbeaten in their last six meetings, five of those matches have ended in draws. Chelsea have won just once in their last nine league visits to Anfield, and will be keen to improve their form.
Liverpool, the league’s best defensive side so far, have conceded just two goals this season and will look to maintain their clean sheet streak. Chelsea, however, have been potent in front of goal, boasting one of the best attacking xG stats in the league. Both sides are in fine form and the clash promises plenty of drama as they fight to keep pace in the title race.
ALL roads lead to Rome for Inter Milan
Serie A: Roma v Inter Milan
Sunday, 20 October | 8:45pm (CAT), live on SuperSport
Inter Milan travel to the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday, aiming to extend their strong start to the Serie A season after responding to their first defeat of the campaign with back-to-back victories. The reigning Italian champions remain one of the favourites for the title and will be expected to come out on top in this clash against Roma.
It’s been a challenging season for Roma, who have already made a managerial change, replacing Daniele De Rossi with Ivan Juric. Since Juric’s arrival, Roma’s form has seen slight improvement, with two wins in their last five matches. However, they face an uphill battle against a resilient Inter side.
The Nerazzurri have looked solid under Simone Inzaghi and will be eager to keep their momentum going. Inter are the favourites in this fixture, and with their sights firmly set on maintaining their place at the top of the Serie A standings, a win would keep them on course. However, Roma, with the backing of their home crowd, will be hoping to cause an upset.
Barca going ALL out to stay on top
LaLiga: Barcelona v Sevilla
Sunday, 20 October | 9pm (CAT), live on SuperSport
Barcelona will be aiming to strengthen their hold on top spot in LaLiga as they host Sevilla at the Camp Nou. The Catalans have been in scintillating form, losing just one of their nine games so far this season. Sevilla, on the other hand, have struggled to pick up wins against Barcelona in recent years, last defeating them away from home in 2010.
Barça’s front three of Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, and Raphinha have been devastating this season, and despite Yamal’s potential injury, the Blaugrana’s attacking depth will pose problems for Sevilla. With Barcelona eager to stay ahead of Real Madrid in the title race and Sevilla building momentum after their derby win over Betis, this promises to be a thrilling encounter.
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