Most of the European seasons have already ended and the ones that haven’t – France and Italy, for instance – only have one match left on their respective schedules. This means it’s time for balance.

Now we will look at teams that impressed throughout the season. Either due to their play or their finishing position on the standings, here are three sides that turned heads during the 2018-19 European campaign.

Atalanta

Undoubtedly, Atalanta have been the most surprising side during the 2018-19 Serie A season. They had been flirting with a top status in past season, but they’ve made the jump this season. And being honest, they’re not going to leave that status any time soon. If we look at things closely, we can see Atalanta have built a team to compete for a lo…

Fabio Capello has described the manner of England s World Cup exit in 2010 as the biggest disappointment of his distinguished managerial career.

The Italian was the man in charge of the Three Lions as they were dumped out of the second round of the tournament in South Africa following a 4-1 defeat to Germany.

However, it could have been a different story for England as officials failed to award a goal to Frank Lampard with the score at 2-1 despite the ball clearly crossing the line.

The incident is one of the factors that led to the introduction of goalline technology, but it is a decision that still rankles with Capello.

As a coach, the biggest disappointment was with England in 2010, when Frank Lampard s goal wasn’t given, the 69-year-old told La Gaz…

The 9-4 Titans are tied for the best record in the AFC but they’ve got the Colts hot on their heels in the division. The Steelers are two wins behind the Ravens in a tight AFC North and need to win if they have any hopes of seeing the playoffs.

Both teams absolutely need a W, so make sure to read our NFL picks and predictions for the Tennessee Titans vs. Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, December 19 to see how it will play out.

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The Baltimore Ravens come into their Week 9 Monday night prime-time battle with the New Orleans Saints as 2.5-point favorites but will likely be missing the majority of their skilled offensive players.

Lamar Jackson will have to be creative this week and might have to rely on his rookie tight end in the passing game with a litany of injuries. 

Check out my best NFL picks for Monday Night Football’s Week 9 matchup between the Ravens and Saints.

Also: Check out Jason Logan’s Ravens vs. Saints betting picks and our Alvin Kamara prop picks for tonight’s game.

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A pair of division leaders in the AFC will meet in the wind (and possibly rain) in Week 15 odds as MVP-hopeful Lamar Jackson takes the Baltimore Ravens into Jacksonville as NFL odds favorites opposite the Jaguars.

With so much on the line, should bettors be backing Jackson on the ground in a setting that could suppress passing volume in the SNF odds?

Find out in my NFL picks for Ravens vs. Jaguars on December 17, and be sure to check out our SNF prop picks and Lamar Jackson spotlight as well!

Ravens vs Jaguars odds

Ravens vs Jaguars predictions

THE BLITZ projects Lamar Jackson to reach 72.95 rushing yards, far surpassing his current rushing total of 47.5. With wild wind conditions in play, this coul…

This Saturday we see the Panthers vs Bills in Buffalo, with both teams hoping to finish their preparation for the regular season in style. Given the early team news out of both camps, our Panthers vs. Bills predictions focus on the total. 

Find out why my NFL picks are backing the Under on Saturday, August 24.

Panthers vs Bills prediction

My best betUnder 31.5 (-109 at BetRivers)

My analysisThe markets have seen a lot of movement for the Carolina Panthers at Buffalo Bills since opening with news impacting the potential for this game. As always preseason is about how much we’ll see from the starters and in particular the quarterbacks.

Heading into this game we’ve had Dave Canales confirm that the Panthers st…

Brazilian defender Marcelo Vieira Da Silva has extended his contract with Real Madrid until 2015, the Spanish giants announced Friday.

Marcelo, 21, joined Real in the winter of the 2006-7 season and was under contract until 2012.

The Brazil international has scored two goals in 19 La Liga games this season, 18 of which he started.

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Kylian Mbappe may not be firing on all cylinders but Didier Deschamps says the France captain is aiming for even more history at Euro 2024.

The Real Madrid-bound forward has scored just once at the tournament in Germany from 20 attempts, a penalty against Poland in Les Bleus final group game.

Mbappe has managed just one goal overall from 34 shots at the European Championships, a contrast to his record at the World Cup, where he has scored 12 goals from 39 efforts.

Yet in this edition of UEFA s top international tournament, the former Paris Saint-Germain star has been hampered by a broken nose that has forced him to wear a protective mask when playing.

The 25-year-old has repeatedly cited his frustrations at wearing the protective equipment, which some hav…

Sean Dyche says Burnley s increased ability to mix up their tactics has led to improved away results after a 1-0 win at Everton on Sunday saw his side move up to sixth in the Premier League.

Dyche s men have taken eight points from testing trips to Stamford Bridge, Wembley, Anfield and Goodison Park this season, collecting two wins and two draws against four of last season s top-seven sides, topping last season s points total on the road already.

Often pegged as long-ball spoilers, Burnley have demonstrated greater flexibility in their style this season and Jeff Hendrick scored the only goal against Everton, finishing off a flowing 24-pass move midway through the first half.

Although the hosts dominated possession in the second half and recorded 23 shots to Burnl…

1 Chelsea

Having lost the Champions League Final on penalties and been pipped to the Premiership title by just two points, Chelsea were the ultimate bridesmaid last season.
After a summer to lick their wounds, the Blues will come back stronger in 08/09.

With Luiz Felipe Scolari now at the helm and having captured Deco and Jose Bosingwa this summer, Chelsea have what it takes to beat United to the league title this time around.

The Stamford Bridge club have achieved a massive victory in maintaining Frank Lampard and Didier Drogba, even if its only for another year. Time in which to win a league title.

2 Manchester United

United are likely to be without Ronaldo for August and September, meaning their star winger will miss trips to Liverpool (13 …