Lewis Mitchell

Football Betting Writer

Lewis is a trained sports journalist-turned-copywriter with over a decade of experience in writing for some of the biggest operators in online gaming.

As an avid football fan and semi-professional sports trader, Lewis writes previews for Goal and puts his money where his mouth is in the football markets in the eternal quest for value.

Articles by Lewis Mitchell

Paris Saint-Germain vs Marseille Paris Saint-Germain
PSG vs Marseille Predictions: Dembele to Drive Leaders to Victory
PSG are 16 points ahead of second-placed Marseille. After thrashing them 3-0 in October, our expert sees Luis Enrique’s men securing another win here.
Premier League Everton vs West Ham
Premier League Predictions Matchday 29
Get the latest Premier League predictions for Matchday 29 this weekend. Our picks include wins for Everton, Nottingham Forest and Manchester United.
Ipswich vs Nottingham Forest Ipswich
Why Big Value Still Exists in Betting Against the EPL’s Newly-Promoted Sides
With relegation back to the EFL Championship seemingly inevitable, backing against the bottom three again this weekend offers strong betting value.
Lille vs Borussia Dortmund Lille
Lille vs Borussia Dortmund Predictions: David to Drive Lille Forward
It’s level after the first 90 minutes between Lille and Borussia Dortmund. Our expert sees a lively second half, tipping the balance in LOSC’s favour.
Leganes vs Real Betis Leganes
Is Antony’s Form Enough to Back Betis at Leganes and in the Outrights?
Antony’s goals and assists make him a value play for Betis’ weekend trip to Leganes. Can he also help Los Verdiblancos to Conference League success?
Manchester United vs Arsenal Manchester United
Manchester United vs Arsenal Predictions: Away Win and Clean Sheet
Arsenal visit Old Trafford knowing only a win will keep their faint title hopes alive. Our expert backs three points for the Gunners.
Empoli vs Roma Empoli
How to Bet on Europe’s In-Form Teams: Time to Oppose or Back Them?
The good run of form could end for some of these teams, as they head into tricky schedules that could see their odds drop sharply in outright markets.
Benfica vs Barcelona Benfica
Benfica vs Barcelona Predictions: Barca to Establish First-Leg Lead
Benfica edged out AS Monaco in their UCL last 16 play-off, but Barcelona are a tougher task. Our expert expects this tie to be too much for the Reds.
Brentford vs Aston Villa Brentford
Another European Hangover? 3 UCL Clubs Bettors Should Oppose this Weekend
It’s not just Villa that may lack the depth to compete on both fronts. Which teams are most likely to struggle after European fixtures this weekend?
Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid Real Madrid
Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid Predictions: Atleti to Avoid Defeat
Real Madrid aren’t at full strength for their UCL last 16 first-leg tie with Atletico. Our expert believes Atleti will leave the Bernabeu unbeaten.

Atletico Madrid Real Madrid
Are Atletico the Value Play in the UCL Last 16 Madrid Derby?
With Atleti and Real drawn together, this is the tie of the round. Our expert expects Real’s European experience to outweigh Atletico’s resilience.
Borussia Dortmund vs Lille Borussia Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund vs Lille Predictions: BVB Undefeated for Second Leg
Despite a rollercoaster Bundesliga season, Borussia Dortmund are in the UCL’s last 16. Our expert believes they can showcase their best against Lille.
AC Milan vs Lazio AC Milan
AC Milan vs Lazio Predictions: Gimenez to Fire Rossoneri to Victory
If AC Milan have serious aspirations of Champions League qualification, they must beat Lazio on Monday. Our expert believes a victory is overdue.
LaLiga Champions League
Why Bettors Should Back Atletico to Beat Real in Champions League
Atletico are unbeaten in their last four meetings with Real. Our expert believes Atleti are one of the only teams capable of stifling Mbappe and co.
Inter SSC Napoli
Is it a Three Horse Race for the Scudetto After Last Weekend’s Results?
With Atalanta facing 5 of the top 7 in their next 7 games, our expert believes La Dea’s Scudetto odds are likely to increase in the coming weeks.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Lille Paris Saint-Germain
PSG vs Lille Predictions: Dembele to Fire Hosts to Victory
Ligue 1 leaders PSG are aiming for a fifth straight league win at home to Lille. Our expert believes Ousmane Dembele and co. will be too strong.
Manchester City vs Liverpool Manchester City
Manchester City vs Liverpool Predictions: Reds’ Away Woes Continue
Liverpool visit Man City this weekend aiming to extend their lead at the EPL summit. Our betting expert expects this game to be too far for the Reds.
Real Madrid vs Girona Real Madrid
Real Madrid vs Girona Predictions: Hosts to Take Charge in 1st Half
Real Madrid are winless in three La Liga games but host Girona on Sunday. With Girona losing four of their last five, our expert foresees a home win.
Lyon
Will Lyon’s Desperate Finances Derail Their Top 4 Hopes?
Despite being 11 points better off than at this stage last season, Lyon appear to be the outside bet for a top 4 finish in Ligue 1 this year.
Juventus AC Milan
Why Juve’s Durability Makes Them the Team to Back in Serie A Top 4 Race
Juve have kept clean sheets in 48% of their games, which is why we see them staying the course for the top 4, despite Milan’s busy January window.