Mark Richard Sochon

Mark Richard Sochon

Betting writer

Mark is a football writer based in Madrid.

He has been previewing and reviewing the action in La Liga for more than 10 years, while also keeping a close eye on events in the other major European leagues and UEFA competitions. His work has been featured by the likes of the Guardian and World Soccer.

When he’s not crunching the numbers or analysing teams, Mark attends as many matches as possible and remains an avid follower of Aston Villa.

Articles by Mark Richard Sochon

Real Madrid vs Levante Real Madrid
Real Madrid vs Levante predictions: Arbeloa to claim first league win
We’ve got three Real Madrid vs Levante predictions for Alvaro Arbeloa’s first league game in charge of Los Blancos on Saturday, 17 January.
Real Madrid Albacete
How to bet on Real Madrid following Xabi Alonso’s exit
Real Madrid sacked Xabi Alonso on Monday after a Super Cup defeat to Barcelona. Is it time to back their fortunes to change under new management?
Racing Santander Barcelona
It’s time for a new betting approach on Barcelona following Super Cup win
Barcelona have won their last 10 matches. Is it worth backing them to extend that run even further following a successful Super Cup?
World Cup Spain
World Cup 2026 winner odds: Favourites & predictions
Spain top the World Cup 2026 betting charts. Yet, outsiders could cause shocks. Discover key contenders and tips.
Manchester City vs Chelsea Manchester City
Manchester City vs Chelsea predictions: Hosts to boost title hopes
We’ve got three Manchester City vs Chelsea predictions for this Premier League showdown at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, 4 January.
Liverpool vs Leeds Liverpool
Liverpool vs Leeds predictions: In-form strikers to fire at Anfield
We’ve got three Liverpool vs Leeds predictions for this Premier League encounter at Anfield on Thursday, 1 January.
Arsenal vs Aston Villa Arsenal
Arsenal vs Aston Villa predictions: Rogers to strike in close game
We’ve got three Arsenal vs Aston Villa predictions for this top-of-the-table clash in the Premier League on Wednesday, 31 December.
Serie A L. Martinez
Serie A top goalscorer odds: Why the favourite is still the value pick
With eight goals so far, Lautaro Martinez leads the way in the Serie A top goalscorer odds. Is he worth backing to see off the competition?
Girona vs Atletico Madrid Girona
Girona vs Atletico Madrid predictions: Simeone’s side slip up
We’ve got three Girona vs Atletico Madrid predictions for this La Liga match at Montilivi on Sunday, 21st December.
Real Madrid vs Sevilla Real Madrid
Real Madrid vs Sevilla predictions: Mbappe to shine
We’ve got three Real Madrid vs Sevilla predictions for this La Liga match at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday, 21st December.

Aston Villa
How to bet on xG defying Aston Villa
Aston Villa are third in the Premier League, but rank only 16th in Opta’s expected points table. Here’s what this means for bettors.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Flamengo Paris Saint-Germain
PSG vs Flamengo predictions: Parisians to claim more silverware
We’ve got three PSG vs Flamengo predictions for the Intercontinental Cup final in Qatar on Wednesday, 17th December.
CF Talavera de la Reina vs Real Madrid CF Talavera de la Reina
Talavera de la Reina vs Real Madrid predictions: Goals to flow
We’ve got three Talavera de la Reina vs Real Madrid predictions for this Copa del Rey third-round tie on Thursday, 18th December.
Deportivo Alaves vs Real Madrid Deportivo Alaves
Alaves vs Real Madrid predictions: Los Blancos to struggle in Vitoria
We’ve got three Alaves vs Real Madrid predictions for this La Liga encounter in Vitoria on Monday, 15 December.
Barcelona vs Osasuna Barcelona
Barcelona vs Osasuna predictions: Yamal to fire hosts to victory
We’ve got three Barcelona vs Osasuna predictions for this La Liga encounter at Camp Nou on Saturday, 13 December.
Premier League Manchester United
The Premier League teams most affected by AFCON
The Africa Cup of Nations starts in December. This period offers opportunities for bettors, as several Premier League clubs will lose key players.
Real Madrid vs Manchester City Real Madrid
Real Madrid vs Manchester City predictions: Foden fires to victory
We’ve got three Real Madrid vs Manchester City predictions for this Champions League encounter at the Santiago Bernabeu on Thursday, 11 December.
Athletic Bilbao vs Paris Saint-Germain Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Club vs PSG predictions: Kvaratskhelia to strike in Bilbao
We’ve got three Athletic Club vs PSG predictions for this Champions League meeting in Bilbao on Thursday, 11 December.
Barcelona vs Eintracht Frankfurt Barcelona
Barcelona vs Eintracht Frankfurt predictions: Hosts to secure big win
We’ve got three Barcelona vs Eintracht Frankfurt predictions for this Champions League encounter at Camp Nou on Wednesday, 10 December.
Real Betis vs Barcelona Real Betis
Real Betis vs Barcelona predictions: An all-action clash in La Liga
We’ve got three Real Betis vs Barcelona predictions for this La Liga match at La Cartuja on Saturday, 6 December.

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