Haaland target and goals market headline Saturday’s football betting picks

Arthur Wandji, a Cameroonian sports journalist and betting expert, has selected three matches for a Saturday accumulator on 5 September 2026, with Borussia Dortmund, Erling Haaland and goals in Inter’s meeting with Napoli among his recommendations.

Hoffenheim v Borussia Dortmund – 13:30 GMT

Suggested bet: Borussia Dortmund to win at least one half – odds 1.60

Borussia Dortmund travel to Hoffenheim looking to build on their opening-day victory, a 2-0 win against Hamburg.

Their preparations have been affected by the injury suffered by new signing Giannis Konstantelias, although the arrival of Ethan Nwaneri has helped offset that setback. Dortmund finished as runners-up in the previous campaign and can point to a particularly strong record in the air.

Another statistic supports the visitors’ prospects. Nine of their past 10 Bundesliga goals scored away from home have come after half-time, making the second half a potentially significant period in this fixture.

Hoffenheim, meanwhile, are under early pressure after beginning the season with a 3-2 defeat by Cologne. Christian Ilzer’s side will be keen to prevent that result from developing into a damaging run of form.

The recent head-to-head record gives Dortmund further encouragement. They have lost only twice in their past 10 meetings with Hoffenheim. With greater squad depth and a strong collective structure, the visitors are expected to have enough to prevail in at least one half.

Manchester City v Coventry – 14:00 GMT

Suggested bet: Erling Haaland to score – odds 1.36

Manchester City will attempt to maintain their excellent start after a commanding 4-1 victory against Crystal Palace.

The squad has been strengthened by the high-profile arrivals of Enzo Fernandez and Iliman Ndiaye, while manager Enzo Maresca can also draw confidence from Manchester City’s record against newly promoted teams.

City have gone 30 matches unbeaten against promoted opposition in the Premier League, an achievement that underlines their dominance in this type of contest.

Erling Haaland is expected to lead the attack. The Norway international has scored 19 goals in 20 Premier League appearances against promoted sides, a record that makes him the standout selection in the anytime goalscorer market.

Coventry’s task is complicated by a difficult opening to the campaign. They have suffered two defeats without scoring and are also missing several important players for lengthy periods, including Haji Wright. Those defensive and squad problems could leave Haaland with opportunities to add to his tally.

Inter v Napoli – 16:00 GMT

Suggested bet: Both teams to score – odds 1.96

The biggest fixture of the third round of Serie A brings together defending champions Inter and Napoli.

Inter arrive on a run of two successive victories, while Napoli are seeking a response after a surprising defeat by Como. The home side have not lost at San Siro for almost 10 months and will be determined to preserve their attacking authority.

Hakan Calhanoglu has made a decisive contribution against Napoli in the past and has started this Serie A season in strong form, scoring twice in two matches. His influence could again be important for the Nerazzurri.

Napoli will be without notable players, including Scott McTominay, but they still possess considerable attacking quality. That threat is supported by Cameroon midfielder Zambo Anguissa, who can help create opportunities and put pressure on Inter’s defence.

The recent history of this fixture also points towards goals. Both teams have scored in each of their past five meetings, suggesting another open contest could be in prospect.

Inter’s home strength and Napoli’s attacking resources provide the basis for expecting an intense tactical battle in which both sides find the net.

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