We take a look at 5 English Premier League fixtures this Saturday and suggest having a bet in each.
Let’s start by looking at the Outright Betting for the English Premier League. Manchester City has shortened to 9/10, with Liverpool offered at 22/10, followed by Arsenal at 16/5. The rest are priced at 150/1 or better.
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MANCHESTER UNITED v EVERTON– Click here to bet
Man United enters week 28 on the back of a 3-1 loss to Man City, placing them 6th on the table with 44 points. It was a massive blow for the Red Devils, realizing that European contention is now no longer in their hands, and they will have to rely on others to assist if they are to qualify. Thankfully, United returns to Old Trafford this Saturday, hoping to make amends. Despite two losses in their last five games, they have a healthy goal-scoring ratio of 1.8 per game, having netted 9 times in their last 5 at home.
Everton enters this week on the back of a disappointing 3-1 home defeat to West Ham. They will be grateful that their ten-point deduction was reduced to six, given their recent form. Those additional four points could potentially make all the difference in terms of survival. Away from home is where they have struggled, registering just three draws and two losses in their last five. Currently placed 16th with 25 points, 5 points above the relegation zone, means they have their work cut out for them and will need to improve on their away record, knowing they have only scored one goal in the last five on the road.
These two met up at Goodison Park in November where Man United triumphed with a comfortable 3-0 win on the day.
Both teams will be desperate for maximum points for very different reasons, given their positions on the log. Everton’s recent lack of firepower upfront will be cause for concern and that is where United should have the edge.
Recommended Bet: Full Time Result, Manchester United at 17/20
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CRYSTAL PALACE v LUTON TOWN– Click here to bet
Crystal Palace heads into this clash following a 3-1 defeat to Spurs, placing them 14th on the table. Having secured three wins, one draw, and one loss, averaging 2 goals from Palace in the last five games at Selhurst Park, they will be optimistic they can turn things around this week.
Luton Town has found themselves on the receiving end of a few pastings recently, sufficed to say they are struggling to keep afloat at the moment. Registering five consecutive losses in all competitions sums up their current form and explains why they are 18th on the table. Away from home, they’ve shown slight improvement, having won twice (FA Cup), drawn twice (League), averaging 2 goals per game in their last five outings in all competitions.
In their previous meeting this season, Luton won 2-1 at home.
Despite improvements on the road, Luton has shown little to convince me they can get something at Selhurst Park. The Hatters have the ability to find the back of the net based on their recent away stats, but I expect the Eagles to soar given their recent resurgence at home.
Recommended Bet: Full Time Result, Crystal Palace to win at 8/10
BOURNEMOUTH v SHEFFIELD UNITED – Click here to bet
Bournemouth is currently 13th on the log, having registered one win, two draws, and two losses in their last five EPL fixtures. They enter this round with a 2-0 victory over Burnley on the road. However, the Cherries’ recent home stats leave much to be desired, with just one win, three losses, and an average of 1.2 goals in their last five appearances in all competitions.
Sheffield United is in big trouble, currently placed last on the log with 13 points. They enter this week after yet another humbling experience, this time at the hands of Arsenal in a 6-0 drubbing. Away from home, The Blades have registered just one win and ten losses from their thirteen fixtures in the EPL, averaging 0.76 goals on the road while conceding 3 along the way.
Bournemouth beat Sheffield United 3-1 away from home in the reverse fixture this season.
The Cherries will have a rare opportunity to garner back-to-back success this Saturday when they face the Blades, who are showing precious little edge to their game. Their recent blunt performances have been highlighted week in and week out, and I simply cannot see that changing anytime soon. I’m expecting a comfortable home win here.
Recommended Bet: Handicap, Bournemouth -1.5 at 10/11
WOLVERHAMPTON WANDERERS v FULHAM – Click here to bet
Wolves are currently 10th on the table and will look to bounce back after last weekend’s disappointing 3-0 away loss to Newcastle. With six wins, three draws, and two losses in their last eleven EPL home appearances, they will fancy their chances of getting back to winning ways, despite being guilty of conceding 20 goals at home in the league.
Fulham has been a breath of fresh air and an absolute joy to watch, currently 12th on the table. They visit Molineux Stadium on the back of an impressive 3-0 win over Brighton. Having registered back-to-back wins in the league for the first time since December, they hope to continue defying odds and improving. However, their away record needs some polishing, with just one win, three losses, and an average of 0.8 goals per game in their last five league appearances. The Cottagers will need to be at their very best if they are to tame their opponent’s bite.
Fulham beat Wolves 3-2 in the reverse fixture earlier this season.
This match has the markings of an arm wrestle, with just 3 points separating these two in the league. Despite a high-scoring affair in their previous encounter, I have a feeling we will see the opposite here, with Wolves possibly edging it. I’m taking a conservative approach in the hopes that it pays off.
Recommended Bet: Double Chance And Total: Wolverhampton Wanderers|draw And Under 3.5 at 1/1
ARSENAL v BRENTFORD – Click here to bet
Arsenal continues to pursue Premier League glory after a commanding 6-0 victory over Sheffield United this past Monday. Currently positioned 3rd on the table, their impressive run of form includes seven consecutive wins in the EPL, averaging 4.42 goals per game. A win this Saturday would temporarily place them at the top of the table, considering Liverpool’s match against City on Sunday.
At the Emirates Stadium, the Gunners have secured three consecutive victories, scoring 12 goals and conceding just 2 in the process.
Brentford, currently placed 15th on the table, visits the Emirates Stadium following a 2-2 draw against Chelsea at home. Thankfully, that point broke their recent drought after three consecutive losses. However, their away form has taken a nose-dive, with just one win and seven losses in their last eight EPL appearances. Goal-wise, they average 1 goal per game while conceding 2.12 in the same period
In the reverse fixture this season, Arsenal won 1-0 at Brentford Community Stadium.
It will be interesting to see how Arsenal approaches this game, considering they have a deficit to overturn the following week against Porto in Europe. I have a feeling Arteta won’t leave anything to chance and will aim to finish this game early with his strongest possible line-up. Given Arsenal’s recent aggressive trend and Brentford’s struggles on the road, my play involves targeting early goals.
Recommended Bet: 1st Half Totals, Over 1.5 at 23/20
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