Football tips for today, 5 Feb 2026: Analysis of 3 top picks and today's fixtures for 3 major trophies.
On 5 February 2026, today's football tips cover three major European cup competitions. Here are analyses of three notable matches with insights for the Copa del Rey, Coppa Italia, and French Cup.
1. Real Betis (5th in La Liga) vs Atlético Madrid (3rd in La Liga)
- Copa del Rey quarterfinal / Kickoff at 03:00 GMT+7.
Real Betis has a decent recent record, with 6 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses in their last 10 games, including two consecutive wins before this match. Despite conceding goals in four straight matches, their main concern is seven injured players, including Isco, Giovani Lo Celso, Sofyan Amrabat, and Kucho Hernandez. However, they still rely on former Manchester United winger Anthony, along with Abde Ezzalzouli and Jimi Avila.
The visiting "Colchoneros" have inconsistent form, with 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last 6 matches, and no wins in the last two games (1 loss, 1 draw). Notably, they lost at home to Bodø/Glimt in the UEFA Champions League. In their last five meetings, Atlético Madrid have the edge (3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss). However, several key attackers are injured, including Alexander Sørloth, Antoine Griezmann, Rodrigo Riquelme, and Pablo Barrios, increasing the chance of slipping against the hosts.
Prediction Betis to overcome Atlético Madrid.
- Coppa Italia quarterfinal / Kickoff at 03:00 GMT+7.
The home side started 2026 well, losing only twice in the UEFA Champions League and remaining undefeated domestically in 6 matches (4 wins, 2 draws). At home, under new coach Raffaele Palladino, they have 7 wins in 9 games. Despite selling Ademola Lookman to Atlético Madrid, they acquired Giacomo Raspadori, who partners with Gianluca Scamacca and Nikola Ćurstić.
Juventus also have adapted well under new coach Luciano Spalletti, suffering just 2 losses in 20 matches (13 wins, 5 draws), with their last 4 games unbeaten (3 wins, 1 draw), conceding only once and scoring 9 goals. In their last 5 league away games, they won 4. Though missing key attackers Kenan Yildiz and Dušan Vlahović, Jonathan David has stepped up, supported by midfielder Weston McKennie and goal-scoring defender Bremer. They are likely to edge out a narrow away win.
Prediction Confidence in Juventus.
- French Cup round of 16 / Kickoff at 03:00 GMT+7.
Gary O'Neill, the new coach replacing Liam Rosier who moved to Chelsea, recently suffered his first loss in his 4th game (3 wins) with Strasbourg, losing 1-2 to PSG in Ligue 1, ending an 8-match unbeaten streak in all competitions (6 wins, 2 draws). Overall, the team remains solid. Even though Chelsea recalled Mamadou Sarr from loan, they loaned Aaron Anselmino and David Datro Fofana in return. Valentin Barco has also returned from suspension.
Monaco have won only once in their last 5 games (2 draws, 2 losses) but have kept clean sheets in the last 3, indicating a timely improvement. Their head-to-head record is superior, with 6 wins and 1 draw in the last 7 meetings against Strasbourg. However, their away form is shaky, with 4 losses in their last 8 away games (2 wins, 2 draws). Defensively, they face several injuries including Eric Dier, Wout Faes, and Mohammed Salisu, along with midfielders Takumi Minamino and Paul Pogba. It looks likely they won't hold off Strasbourg.
Prediction Favor Strasbourg.