Our expert tipster has cast their eye over this week’s Premier League Fixtures and has picked some of the best bets available on NetBet Sport football odds page.
Chelsea to beat West Brom – 4/19
Last time these two sides played each other, West Brom almost caused one of the great upsets in Premier League history when they raced into a three-goal lead. A second-half onslaught from then-gaffer Frank Lampard’s charges saved his blushes, albeit temporarily as he would be let go within a matter of months. Unfortunately for Big Sam’s Baggies, Thomas Tuchel appears to have found a formula that works for the Stamford Bridge side, so it’s hard to see a repeat performance this time around. To be fair, Big Sam’s sides are always tough to play, so a draw isn’t out of the question, but we’re not too confident.
Leeds United to beat Sheffield United – 20/39
It’s been a really hard season for Sheffield United, who are almost certainly heading back to the Championship after just two seasons back in the top flight. Unfortunately, we can’t see Marcelo Bielsa’s troops letting them off the hook at Elland Road this weekend, so it’s going to be a tough day at the office. Leeds are just nine points behind Tottenham Hotspur in sixth, and won’t be interested in letting their foot off the gas in a home game they really should be winning if they want to be anywhere near European contention. We’ve got a Leeds United win here, and if they get going early it could be a case of ‘by how much?’.
Leicester City to beat Manchester City – 5/1
This game appears to be the most interesting of the week. Despite a 5-2 hammering in the away match earlier this season, hosts Leicester City, who are just a point away from second, are gigantic 5/1 underdogs this time out. We understand that Manchester City have had a fantastic season and run insurmountably far ahead of the pack, but that doesn’t mean that Leicester can’t get one over on them for a second time this season. Manchester City would be the more reasonable bet, but at this price we can’t recommend Leicester City strongly enough
Arsenal to beat Liverpool – 21/10
Defending champions Liverpool face a daunting trip to London this weekend when they return from the international break to face Arsenal at the Emirates. After such a dominant title win for Jurgen Klopp’s men last year, they’ve fallen victim to one of the worst injury crises in recent memory and had a disaster season as a result. Arsenal haven’t been much better off, with the visitors sitting in 7th while the hosts are four points behind in 9th. There is a set of results that could see Arsenal in 11th by the end of the weekend, although that is unlikely. They could, however, be caught by leapfrogged by Aston Villa, who are expected to beat Fulham in their game, if they don’t get this right. Having gone 2-3 in their last five league games, the champions won’t be entering with a great deal of confidence, and Arsenal will be riding high after scoring three without reply in their rousing comeback at West Ham before the break.
Southampton to draw with Burnley – 23/10
There’s absolutely nothing separating these sides in the league, and despite a miserable last few games for Southampton, we can’t pick a winner in this one. It’s the midday kick-off on Sunday, and if you’ve had a heavy night after an outdoor meeting with mates following the loosening of restrictions, we would recommend having a lie-in and skipping this one. It’s not likely to be the most enthralling game of football, and we could see a 0-0, which NetBet are offering 13/2 odds on if you fancy getting really brave.
Tottenham to draw with Newcastle United – 3/1
This is the one we’re the least sure about, but we’ve got a sneaky feeling that Newcastle United will be able to nick a cheeky draw against sixth place Spurs. They’ve taken scalps from Wolves and Aston Villa recently, and we’re not super confident in the visitors being fully ready to go after a long trip from London to Newcastle just days removed from a particularly busy international break. If Steve Bruce’s men can stick to the game plan and hold a rigid line that frustrates Harry Kane, we think they can pull the upset and send Spurs down South with just a point to show for their efforts.
Aston Villa to beat Fulham – 13/20
Back in September, the Claret and Blue handily put relegation-battling Fulham to the sword at Craven Cottage, and a similar result seems quite likely if you ask us. There’s massive daylight between the sides, and Arsenal are within Villa’s sights now. They won’t see Europe as a realistic target, but they’re going to want to prove their mettle as a top half team going into next season when they’re allowed to have fans return, so Villa won’t be looking to lose against teams like Fulham at home.
Manchester United to beat Brighton – 20/33
This one concerns us just a little bit. Given United’s league standing and price, you would think this match is merely a formality. But last time these two played each other in the league, 16th-ranked Brighton gave United the fright of their lives with an equaliser five minutes into injury time, only to be thwarted by Bruno Fernandes scoring after ten minutes were played following the original 90. Brighton are a lot more dangerous than their league position suggests, but we’d imagine the worst case scenario for 2nd-place United would be a repeat of the last one, which they still took home all three points for in the end.
Everton to beat Crystal Palace – 4/5
It’s eighth v twelfth at Goodison Park, but that’s a much closer game than you’d think. The Toffees are just 9 points ahead, so Palace will fancy their chances. However, we fancy Everton’s just that little bit more, so we’ve got the hosts taking the three points in this one.
West Ham to beat Wolves – 31/20
In our final game of the weekend, West Ham travel to Wolverhampton to take on Nuno Epirito Santo’s charges, who have been struggling for goals and wins lately. For that reason, we can see the Hammers taking a big win back to London with them and marching on in their battle for Champions League football.
If you enter this as a 10-fold acca at a price of 7709/1, there is a possibility of taking home just under £40,000 from a just £5 bet.
*Odds are correct at time of publication and are subject to change
