A relatively quiet Monday across Europe, headlined by an EFL Cup first-round West Country derby between Plymouth and Exeter. Norway and the Dutch second tier also offer some solid lower-league action.

We’ve picked out four of the most interesting matches of the day, followed by our Banker Picks and Bet of the Day.

Plymouth – Exeter

Prediction: Both Teams to Score Odds: 1.75 Confidence: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

A genuine local derby with real rivalry behind it. These West Country clashes are rarely one-sided and tend to be feisty, open affairs regardless of league position.

📊 Key Points

• Derby matches between these two sides traditionally produce goals at both ends.
• Expect a competitive, high-intensity atmosphere despite the early-season cup context.

Moss – Odd

Prediction: Odd to Win Odds: 1.80 Confidence: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

Odd carry more overall quality into this OBOS-ligaen fixture despite playing away from home.

Jong AZ – Eindhoven FC

Prediction: Jong AZ to Win Odds: 1.90 Confidence: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

Jong AZ have home advantage in this Eerste Divisie fixture between two development sides.

Jong PSV – FC Volendam

Prediction: FC Volendam to Win Odds: 1.95 Confidence: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

Volendam’s first-team-calibre squad should have the edge over PSV’s development side.

⭐ Banker Picks

Combined odds: ≈ 3.15

🏆 Bet of the Day

Plymouth – Exeter — Both Teams to Score ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

The standout fixture on a quiet night — a genuine derby that should bring goals and intensity regardless of the cup context.