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    8 May 2026

    Four matches open the European weekend across four different leagues. Borussia Dortmund can mathematically secure second place in the Bundesliga at Signal Iduna Park, while Lens face Nantes at the Bollaert knowing that every point matters in their pursuit of PSG. Serie A and La Liga complete the Friday night programme.

    Borussia Dortmund vs Eintracht Frankfurt
    18:30 CETSignal Iduna Park, Dortmund
    Bundesliga Matchday 33 — Friday 8 May

    The German weekend opens with a fixture full of meaning. Dortmund can mathematically clinch second place in the Bundesliga this Friday evening against Eintracht Frankfurt — a result that would secure Champions League football next season.

    Dortmund arrive in poor form, however — they have lost three of their last four Bundesliga matches, with a goal conceded in the 88th minute against Mönchengladbach denying them a draw in the last round. Frankfurt are also struggling: they lost 2-1 in Hamburg in their previous game and have won just once in their last ten away fixtures this season. Despite recent poor form, Dortmund have won eight of the last nine Bundesliga meetings between these clubs. Key absences for the hosts include Emre Can (out for the season), with Sule and Nmecha also doubts, while Adeyemi recovers from a muscular injury. Serhou Guirassy remains Dortmund's primary attacking threat.

    What to watch

    A Dortmund side with special motivation — the possibility of securing second place in the Bundesliga on Friday night at Signal Iduna Park. The occasion itself could be the decisive factor in a game where form points in the other direction.

    Statistical signal

    O2.5 55.6% | BTTS 61.1%

    Torino vs Sassuolo
    18:45 CETStadio Olimpico Grande Torino, Turin
    Serie A Matchday 35 — Friday 8 May

    Torino at home against a Sassuolo side fighting for their Serie A survival. The Olimpico Grande Torino is notoriously difficult for visiting sides, and Torino carry enough quality to impose themselves on a Sassuolo outfit under table pressure.

    The statistical signal is identical for both evening kickoffs — the historical patterns between these clubs support an open contest with goals at both ends.

    Statistical signal

    O2.5 55.6% | BTTS 61.1%

    Lens vs Nantes
    18:45 CETStade Bollaert-Delelis, Lens
    Ligue 1 Matchday 33 — Friday 8 May

    Lens arrive six points behind PSG — their April fixture against the Parisians was postponed to protect PSG's Champions League preparation, a decision that left Lens understandably frustrated. Now every remaining game carries enormous weight. Nantes are the most accessible possible opponent at a moment when Lens absolutely must win. The Bollaert-Delelis will expect an attacking performance from the first whistle.

    Lens have shown throughout the season that they can produce dominant home performances, and the combination of title-race motivation and a generous opponent creates the conditions for a convincing home win. The O2.5 signal of 66.7% reflects the expectation of an open, attack-minded evening.

    Statistical signal

    O2.5 66.7% | BTTS 55.6%

    Levante vs Osasuna
    19:00 CETEstadio Ciutat de València, Valencia
    La Liga Matchday 35 — Friday 8 May

    The opening fixture of the La Liga matchday that precedes El Clásico. Levante — promoted back to the top flight — are at home against an Osasuna side comfortable in mid-table and without significant positional pressure.

    A balanced encounter between two clubs with contrasting ambitions: Levante seeking points to consolidate their place in the division, Osasuna with little to gain or lose. The lower O2.5 signal reflects the defensive caution typical of survival-conscious promoted sides at home.

    Statistical signal

    O2.5 38.9% | BTTS 50%

    All statistical probabilities powered by Goal Analytics — based on historical data, not a guarantee of outcome.