With most of the top leagues in Europe either having crowned a champion or having a clear champion-in-waiting, the spotlight will be on the Premier League, where all three title contenders will play away from home this gameweek. Among them, Arsenal will face Spurs in the highly anticipated North London Derby. Yummy! We cannot wait for the drama, and most importantly, winnings the weekend brings. Here’s our preview of what to expect:
Our Picks: - Bruno Fernandes Anytime Scorer @2.80 - Liverpool to Win @1.52 - Bet Builder: Ollie Watkins to Score at anytime + Aston Villa to Win @3.25 - Phil Foden to Score at anytime @2.55 - Bet Builder: Arsenal to Win, Trossard to Score Anytime, Saka to Have 1+ assists @8.50 - Double Chance: AS Roma to Win or Draw @1.78
Betting on these six events will give you a chance to win almost 600,000 from a 1,000 bet. Now, read on to find out how why you should place this bet!
**Manchester United vs. Burnley** The Red Devils had a bit of a scare on Wednesday night, having to come back twice from being a goal down to snatch all three points against 20th place Sheffield United. Erik ten Hag’s hunt for a clean sheet since his team’s 2-0 victory over Everton on March 9th continues, with Manchester United now conceding in seven consecutive games, letting in 18 goals during that period. Captain Bruno Fernandes was once again the saviour, bagging two goals and providing an assist. Fernandes has been in fine form lately, netting 7 goals and setting up 2 more in his last 5 games for the Red Devils, and one of our betting tips today is for the Portuguese star to find the back of the net this weekend. Burnley’s battle to stay in the Premier League might have taken some time to rev up, but it’s definitely in motion now. The Clarets have only suffered one defeat in their last seven Premier League matches and are just three points adrift of 17th-placed Nottingham Forest, whom they’ll face on the final day of the season. Vincent Kompany will lead his team onto the turf at Old Trafford, knowing they have the potential to cause some serious trouble for the host and their weak back-line. As mentioned earlier, Manchester United has been conceding goals for fun and in bulk, allowing three or more goals in a game on 14 separate occasions this season. Historically, Burnley has found more success at Old Trafford than at Turf Moor. Out of the 11 Premier League goals they’ve scored against Manchester United, 9 have come at the Theatre of Dreams. With five of Manchester United’s last six games seeing Over 3.5 Goals, it looks like we’re in for another high-scoring showdown. Betting Tips
**West Ham United vs. Liverpool** Liverpool’s hopes for giving Jurgen Klopp a farewell Premier League title took a massive blow when they suffered a defeat in the Merseyside Derby against Everton on Wednesday, marking their first league loss at Everton’s ground since 2010. This loss was their second in the last three league matches, a stark contrast to only two defeats in their previous 42 league games. Once again, Liverpool’s recurring issues surfaced as they fell behind just 27 minutes into the game. It was the 22nd occasion in 32 league matches where they have trailed, a characteristic uncommon for a Jurgen Klopp-led team, especially one vying for the title. Star player Mo Salah continued to struggle in the attacking third. The Egyptian forward hasn’t had a non-penalty goal/assist in his last seven games and was even left out of the starting lineup in their 3-1 victory over Fulham last Sunday. With the pressure mounting, the Reds cannot afford to drop more points if they hope to turn things around and clinch the league title. And where better for them to bounce back than at the London Stadium? This will mark the third meeting between West Ham and Liverpool this season, with the Reds winning 3-1 in the league and 5-1 in the League Cup. Interestingly, West Ham seems to be Jurgen Klopp’s second favourite opponent in the Premier League, with the German boasting 12 wins against them, just one shy of his 13 victories over Crystal Palace. In their 14 league meetings, Klopp’s side has only lost once, with one draw and 12 wins, while hitting the back of the net in every single one of those matchups. Besides their poor head-to-head form, West Ham have been on a bad run in recent months. They have won just one of their last 8 home games, with their last win coming in February against Brentford. With news swirling about David Moyes fighting for his job, especially after reports of the West Ham owners interviewing Sporting CP’s Rúben Amorim for the managerial position next season, we might see a highly motivated West Ham squad. However, it’s 3 points or “EPL title over” for Liverpool and we expect them to win this. Betting Tips
**Aston Villa vs. Chelsea** Chelsea’s crushing defeat in the London Derby against Arsenal sent shockwaves through the fanbase, with many calling for Mauricio Pochettino’s head. The Gunners were comfortable 5-0 winners, their largest win in this fixture, and truth be told, they could have easily added more goals if they wanted. With Chelsea’s star player, Cole Palmer, sidelined due to injury, the Blues struggled to find their rhythm. Unfortunately, it seems Palmer will also miss this trip to the West Midlands, and without him, it’s hard to envision Chelsea leaving Villa Park with any point. Though they beat Aston Villa earlier this season at the same venue, it was in the FA Cup, and we expect a much more vicious Villa side. Aston Villa’s bid for Champions League qualification received a significant boost over the weekend with a 3-1 victory over Bournemouth. With 5th place no longer guaranteeing a spot in next season’s premier European competition, they threw everything into that clash against the Cherries, and it paid dividends. This was particularly impressive considering a few days before that, they had booked a place in the Europa Conference League semi-final after a tedious extra-time period against Lille. Now, they go into this game seeking a first league double over the Blues since 1989/90. Aston Villa has won each of their last two league matches against Chelsea, and will aim to make it 3 in a row for the first time in 40 years. To do this, there’s one man they’ll be banking on - Ollie Watkins. The England striker has 19 goals and 12 assists in the league, and scored the only goal of the game when these two met at Stamford Bridge back in September. Our Bet of the Day comes courtesy of our new feature called Bet Builder. We have both Ollie Watkins scoring and Aston Villa winning ahead of this game, and BetKing provides the best odds for this compared to other online betting sites. Betting Tips
**Nottingham Forest vs. Manchester City** Emotions will be high for the home side when they host reigning champions, Manchester City this weekend. Just weeks after being docked four points for violating the EPL’s financial rules, Nottingham Forest endured a frustrating 2-0 loss to Everton, in a match where they were denied three penalty calls. This sparked public criticism of the PGMOL and their decision to assign a “Luton fan” as the VAR for the game. The football community has responded with mixed reactions, and all eyes will be on how the officiating unfolds in this upcoming match. Manchester City couldn’t have hoped for a better response after their Champions League exit at the hands of Real Madrid. A 1-0 win over Chelsea in the FA Cup was followed up by an impressive 4-0 win over Brighton on Thursday. Despite Erling Haaland’s absence in those two games due to injury, City has soldiered on without their star striker. Phil Foden has been instrumental in these victories, and it’s easy to see why the Englishman is a strong contender for the PFA Player of the Season award. His brace against Brighton brought his season tally to 16 goals and 7 assists in 31 league games, marking his most productive season yet. With this game on the horizon, we’re once again counting on him to deliver the goods for Pep Guardiola’s side. Betting Tips
**Tottenham Hotspur vs. Arsenal** The Gunners have bounced back from a run of three winless games in fine fashion. Their confidence took a hit following their Champions League exit at the hands of Bayern Munich and a disappointing home loss to former Gunners boss Unai Emery. However, they turned things around with a solid 2-0 victory over Wolves and a record-breaking 5-0 win against Chelsea on Tuesday, sending them to the top of the table (although they’ve played one more game than City). Mikel Arteta understands they need to be near flawless if they want to clinch the Premier League title for the first time in 20 years, and that’s the standard he’ll demand from the players. This weekend, their resilience will face a stern test on Sunday as they travel across town to take on bitter rivals Spurs in the North London derby. Arsenal isn’t the only team with something on the line. If Spurs win their two games in hand, they could find themselves level on points with 4th-placed Aston Villa, who currently hold the last Champions League spot for next season. There’s also the added incentive of thwarting Arsenal’s title aspirations. We recently witnessed Everton do just that to Liverpool, proving that hate can serve as a potent source of motivation. The last time we saw Spurs, they were on the receiving end of a 4-0 beat down at the hands of the Magpies. Despite dominating possession with 73%, it marked their third loss to Newcastle by a margin of four or more goals. Spurs may have scored in each of their last 25 home games, but they’re leaky at the back with just 2 clean sheets in 2024. They have had a 15-day break and have only played three games in April, giving them enough time to prepare and game plan. In contrast, Arsenal has been much busier, playing seven times in April. This means Arsenal will have more mileage on their legs, though, it also means they’ll likely be the sharper team, with Spurs having some rust to shake off. One player worth keeping an eye on is Leandro Trossard. While he may not always be the first choice in the lineup, the Belgian forward consistently impacts games whether he starts or comes off the bench. In 2024 alone, he has scored 9 goals in 19 games, despite only starting 10 of those matches. Also, with Spurs’ left back Destiny Udogie sidelined for the rest of the season, Bukayo Saka should have plenty of opportunities to exploit the right wing. Bonus: We have a cross-sport special involving Arsenal and the Philadelphia 76ers, who are currently playing in the first round of the playoffs. After riding a Joel Embiid 50-point performance to make the season series competitive again, 76ers fans will hope that their team can pull off another similar performance and make it 2-2 this weekend. Betting Tips
**Napoli vs. AS Roma** AS Roma were 2-1 winners over Udinese on Thursday night in an emotional match. The game, which actually kicked off on April 14th, was tied 1-1 in the 72nd minute when Roma defender Evan N’Dika collapsed on the pitch, resulting in the suspension of play. Prior to this, Roma had been enjoying a strong run of form, with 3 wins in their last 4 matches and 10 victories in 15 games since Danielle De Rossi took charge. However, the interruption brought about some uncertainties, particularly in a season where the competition for a Champions League spot is intense. The 18-minute replay ended in dramatic fashion, with Bryan Cristante scoring a 95th minute match-winner, significantly boosting Roma’s chances of securing a return to the Champions League. Napoli has had one of the saddest title defenses in recent years. They’ve had three managers this season and lie in 8th position. Their home form has been particularly concerning, having won just one of their last six games across all competitions and keeping only one clean sheet in their last 16 matches. Napoli lost the reverse fixture earlier in the season, and frankly, they’ve not given us a reason to trust them with our money heading into this game. While Roma may have one eye on the Europa League clash on Thursday, we still believe they have what it takes to at least avoid defeat. One interesting market to lean on in this game is the timing of goals. 6 of the last 7 goals in this fixture have come after the 75 minute, with each of the last two goals being netted in this late stage - Pellegrini struck in the 76th minute, followed by Lukaku’s 96th minute goal. This trend suggests the latter stages of the match could be the turning point of the game, hence providing us with more hidden value. Betting Tips
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