Today's football picks for 2 Feb 2026 feature analysis of three top selections and the opening of today's fixtures, focusing on three major leagues.
On 2 February 2026, today's football picks include matches from three major European leagues: England's Premier League, the popular public's favorite, Spain's La Liga, Italy's Serie A, and France's Ligue 1. The analysis covers three notable matches with expert opinions as follows.
- English Premier League / Kick-off at 03:00 GMT+7
Although the home side, the "Black Cats," remain the only team undefeated at home in this Premier League season, they are missing key midfielder and captain Granit Xhaka due to an ankle injury. This has weakened the team considerably, with only one win in their last seven league matches (2 losses, 4 draws). The hope lies with top scorer Bryan Brobbey (5 goals), Enzo Le Fée (4 goals), and goalkeeper Robin Ruffs.
Meanwhile, the visitors, the "Clarets," are in worse form, winless in 14 league matches (9 losses, 5 draws). They have remained unbeaten in their last three games, all draws. Their away form is poor, conceding goals in all 11 away matches this season, with only one win and eight losses. Although they once beat Sunderland 2-0 at home in their first meeting, in the last 12 away games here, they have won only once. It's expected that history will repeat itself this time.
Opinion : The Black Cats narrowly prevail
- Italian Serie A / Kick-off at 02:45 GMT+7
The home side, nicknamed the "Little Zebras," just won 3-1 against bottom team Verona in their latest match but still lack consistency, with 9 recent league games yielding 3 wins, 3 losses, and 2 draws. Since September, they have not won two consecutive matches. Additionally, key attacker Nicolo Zaniolo remains injured and won't face his former club. They will rely on striker Keanan Davis, who has contributed to 10 Serie A goals (7 goals, 3 assists).
The visitors, the "Wolves," possess the strongest defense among Europe's top five leagues, conceding only 13 goals in their last 22 matches. Their away performance is excellent, winning 9 of their last 13 away games and losing just 2. They have also won the last 6 meetings against Udinese. Despite missing forwards Paulo Dybala, Artem Dovbyk, and Evan Ferguson, they will have new attacker Donyell Malen, who is ineligible for Europa League matches, to fill the gap. Roma is expected to secure another victory.
Opinion : The Wolves remain confident
- Spanish La Liga / Kick-off at 03:00 GMT+7
The home side, the "Islanders," lost 3 of their last 4 league matches but managed a narrow 3-2 home win over Athletic Bilbao two weeks ago. Their home form is decent, with 4 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses in 10 games. Four players are currently injured, but top scorer Vedat Muriqi, with 14 goals in 20 matches, remains their key hope.
The visitors, Sevilla, have started to improve, remaining unbeaten in their last two matches with a 2-2 away draw at Elche and a 2-1 home win over Bilbao. Although their away form this season is mixed—5 losses, 3 wins, 2 draws—they hold a better overall record against Mallorca, who have won only 16 of 67 meetings in all competitions. Additionally, Nigerian striker Akor Adams, the team's top scorer with 6 goals, has returned from AFCON 2025. Sevilla aims to extend their unbeaten streak to three matches.
Opinion : Sevilla likely to earn points