Betting on the Premier League Matches – 20th to 22nd August
Betting on the Premier League Matches – 20th to 22nd August
Last week wasn’t perhaps the most exciting weekend in Premier League history, but it had it’s moments and gave fans and pundits something to talk about. The two Manchester sides are looking the top dogs at the moment, as teams like Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool were all held just emphasize how tough the league is getting. QPR started with a shocker and that shocked me (look at last week’s) but take nothing away from Bolton who were brilliant on the day. Tottenham and Everton couldn’t play last week, but expect them to be hungry this week and will want to start with a bang. There is some mouth watering clashes this weekend as the league’s big guns will start to face each other, as well as 1st v 2nd this week. As I will be doing on a regular basis, I will give some predictions, tips, and some random ones which could win you large sums of money! The Premier League is unbelievably unpredictable, so I will put in a few results which may get your head turning. Good luck!
Sunderland v Newcastle – Saturday 12:00pm
Nothing better than starting the weekend with a derby! Sunderland have bigger laughs over Newcastle in terms of where they have finished in the league, but Newcastle are better on the head to head. Last season Sunderland got whooped 5-0 at Newcastle. Sunderland needed a last minute goal to get a draw at home to Newcastle, so I think it’s a win for them is due. They started the season well last week with a 1-1 draw at Anfield, where Newcastle held Arsenal 0-0. The bookies have made Sunderland slight favourites for this fixture (6/5) whereas Newcastle are at 23/10. Like I said, Sunderland are due a win in this fixture, and I tip them this weekend.
Correct Score; 3-1 (16/1) First Goal Scorer; Gabriel Obertain for Newcastle (12/1)
Special; Newcastle to lead at Half time, but lose at Full time (22/1)
Arsenal v Liverpool - Saturday 12:45pm
One of the most anticipated fixtures of this weekend, and I am not sure what to expect! Arsenal, feel a bit sorry for themselves, as Fabregas has gone and Nasri will soon be gone too, but they still have quality in their team but are certainly not the same force. Liverpool were highly expectant after finishing last season so well, and bringing in some new faces, but must feel slightly deflated after drawing to Sunderland last week. This game will be hard to predict, but after seeing some signs of Arsenal's play the last few weeks, I am seeing their defensive fragility so I am going to punt for an away win (2/1). Arsenal are only 11/8 to win at home, and it hasn't been like that for quite some time. A draw in my opinion is the most likely outcome, yet my money is on an away win. Liverpool havn't won on Arsenal turf since 2000, so I believe they are due.
Correct Score; 1-2 (12/1) First Goal Scorer; Andy Carrol for Liverpool (7/1)
Special; To be more than 4 goals in this match (11/4)
Aston Villa v Blackburn - Saturday 3:00pm
Aston Villa started their campaign with a rather boring 0-0 draw at Fulham, however at least they have a point on the board unlike their opponents. Blackburn were defeated by Wolves last week, and there should be question marks about Blackburn as they only just beat the drop last season, and haven't improved their squad much over the summer. The form between these two is up and down as both picked up wins against each other on a regular basis. They haven't drawn to each other in the last 6 games, and I don't personally think they will draw this one. Aston Villa are the favourites for this clash (8/11) and I think Alex McCleish will get a win on his home debut, against a Blackburn side I don't give too much hope for (4/1).
Correct Score; 1-0 (6/1) First Goal Scorer; Darren Bent for Aston Villa (4/1)
Special; Aston Villa to win with 2 or fewer goals scored in the match (5/2)
Everton v QPR - Saturday 3:00pm
Thanks to alphabetical order, QPR went from 20th to 19th on Monday night, so didn't finish the first weekend bottom. Nevertheless they had a disappointing start against Bolton, and were expected to put up more of a fight then they did. Everton of course didn't play last weekend against Tottenham due to the riots. Everton haven't had many ins or outs this summer, but if they start like they finish a season, then there is no reason why they can't climb the league, and challenge the top 6. Everton are 8/15 to win this match, as the bookies don't give newly promoted QPR much of a chance at 11/2. Crazy things happen in the Premier League though, and QPR are one match fitter than their opponents. I'd go for an away win here, as Everton always start slowly, and that will boost your winnings on an accumulator!
Correct Score; 1-3 (40/1) First Goal Scorer; Jay Bothroyd for QPR (9/1)
Special; QPR to score first and to score last (9/2)
Swansea v Wigan - Saturday 3:00pm
Roberto Martinez used to manage Swansea so it will be a good feeling to return to his former club. Swansea started well against Manchester City on Monday night, but in the end got a thumping by the title chasers, as they unveiled new boy Sergio Aguero. Wigan had a disappointing draw with Norwich last week, and I believe Wigan will be one of the teams that will be drawn in the relegation battle this season. This game will be a tight one and Swansea are slight favourites for this clash at 6/5 compared to Wigan who are 23/10. I think with it being Swansea's first ever home game in the Premier League, I believe they will win this clash against their former manager.
Correct Score; 3-1 (18/1) First Goal Scorer; Scott Sinclair for Swansea (5/1)
Special; Swansea to score 4+ goals in the match (10/1)
Chelsea v West Brom - Saturday 5:30pm
Chelsea started their season drawing 0-0 at Stoke, in what proved to be a tough game. With both Manchester clubs doing well in the first week, they cannot afford to slip up in this fixture. The result of this particular game last season was 6-0 and for that to happen again is 33/1. West Brom gave Manchester United a tough game last week, and only narrowly lost to the champions. Chelsea are strong favourites for this game being priced at 1/4. West Brom are 11/1 to win this match. Chelsea always seem to beat West Brom, so the away side will be hoping for a change of fortune. I still pick Chelsea for this match however, as Torres looks a lot more sharper and Chelsea have so many goals in them and have a fantastic home record.
Correct Score; 3-0 (7/1) First Goal Scorer; Frank Lampard for Chelsea (9/2)
Special; Didier Drogba to score first and Chelsea win 6-0 (75/1)
Norwich v Stoke City - Sunday 1:30pm
Norwich are back in the big time and they achieved a good 1-1 draw away at Wigan last week. They are one of the favourites to get relegated this season, but if they go into every game knowing how much they have to fight, then they have a chance. Stoke City is always a tough game, as they are improving every season. They gave Chelsea a tough game last week, securing a 0-0 draw against them. Stoke also won a Europa League tie on Thursday night, keeping another clean sheet in the process. Norwich, because of home advantage, are slight favourites for this match as they are priced at 6/4, with Stoke at 9/5. A draw is 23/10 and that in my opinion is the most likely outcome. However, I am going for an away win on this occasion.
Correct Score; 0-2 (10/1) First Goal Scorer; Jonathan Walters for Stoke (7/1)
Special; There to be 0-1 goals in the match (2/1)
Wolves v Fulham - Sunday 2:00pm
Wolves survived last season on the final day with just minutes to go, and Mick McCarthy will make sure his side don't give him the same treatment at the end of this season. Wolves started their season brightly last week with a win at Blackburn. Fulham started well with a good performance, but couldn't hit the back of the net as they drew 0-0 at home to Aston Villa. Wovles are 11/8 for this match, whereas Fulham are 2/1. It should prove to be a tight match and Fulham haven't won here in there last 3 meetings, and both of these fixtures last year ended in a draw. I have a feeling this one will too, and both would settle for it in my opinion.
Correct Score; 0-0 (8/1) First Goal Scorer; Steven Fletcher for Wolves (7/1)
Special; The match to be drawing at half time and at full time (7/2)
Bolton v Manchester City - Sunday 4:00pm
This is the 1st v 2nd clash and what a game this could be. Both teams won 4-0 in their fixture last week. These two teams played each other on the last day of last season which was a nothing game which saw Manchester City win 2-0. However, I am expecting this match to be a far closer match and for Bolton to give Manchester City a real tough game, as they can too play great football. For Manhcester City, you have to feel confident when it seems Sergio Aguero is going to start his first game, and start up front with Dzeko or even Carlos Tevez, which would be interesting. Bolton are not given much chance by the bookies, as they are 4/1 to win this match, albeit at home. Manchester City are 8/11 favourites for this match. For me, I cannot seperate the sides, so I am going for a draw, a score draw at that.
Correct Score; 2-2 (16/1) First Goal Scorer; Sergio Aguero for Manchester City (7/2)
Special; Manchester City to be leading at half time, but draw at full time (16/1)
Manchester United v Tottenham - Monday 8:00pm
This is arguably the most mouth watering clash of the weekend, and it's the one we have the longest to wait for! Manchester United have won every game in pre-season including the emphatic 3-2 victory of Man City in the Community Shield, then followed it up with a win at West Brom to kick start their Premier League season. As for Tottenham, they haven't started yet due to their first game being postponed. They played Hearts on Thursday night and ripped them to shreds as they won 5-0. This match however, is going to be tough, as they haven't won at Manchester United in a long long time. In fact, they haven't even beaten Manchester United since 2001, which is a long time ago now, considering the amount of ability they have in their team. Is it time for them to win now? They are not given much hope as they are 9/2 to win there on Monday night. Manchester United are believed to be strong favourites as they are 8/13 to win. I personally think we'll see a surprise here, not a Tottenham win, but I think they will achieve a draw in this fixture.
Correct Score; 1-1 (6/1) First Goal Scorer; Van der Vaart (8/1)
Special; Manchester United to score 4+ goals in the match (4/1)
Multiples
I always like to do the multiples (accumulators) and see last weeks where I got them all wrong, but close. One of them I missed on one game which would of won me £180. Ah well, always this week, and here are my tips.
Bet 1 (Away you go)
Arsenal v Liverpool (Away Win)
Aston Villa v Blackburn (Away Win)
Swansea v Wigan (Away Win)
Stake: £5 Potential Winnings: £247.50
Bet 2 (Can Happen?)
Everton v QPR (Away Win)
Chelsea v West Brom (Draw)
Bolton v Manchester City (Home Win)
Stake: £5 Potential Winnings: £893.75
Bet 3 (Saturday Special)
Sunderland v Newcastle (Home Win)
Arsenal v Liverpool (Draw)
Aston Villa v Blackburn (Home Win)
Everton v QPR (Home Win)
Swansea v Wigan (Draw)
Chelsea v West Brom (Home Win)
Stake: £5 Potential Winnings: £390.57
Thank you for reading this article, and hope you have considered some of the tips. Have a good weekend, hope the action is entertaining and hopefully some profit to go with it!
