The English Premier League returns on Saturday with Enzo Maresca’s reunion at King Power Stadium. Leicester City faces Chelsea in the first match, and the weekend wraps up on Monday with Newcastle taking on West Ham. Total Apex Sport has the best odds ready for you as the Premier League kicks off.
Leicester City vs Chelsea
Leicester has stood out as the best team among the newly promoted clubs, as Steve Cooper’s squad have shown they know how to secure important wins. With Chelsea’s leaky defense, the home team can surprise them in the early match on Saturday. However, the Blues should be too powerful for Leicester. Chelsea has been performing better away from home compared to their games at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League. So, there’s a good reason to feel positive heading into the Leicester match. Additionally, Leicester has managed only one win in their five home games this season.
Our Editorial Pick: Chelsea to Win
Second Pick: Both teams to score (yes)
Fulham vs Wolves
Fulham appears to be a solid team, but they occasionally drop points in games you don’t expect. We expect goals in this match, and both goalkeepers should struggle to keep a clean sheet. Wolves have found the back of the net in each of their last 10 Premier League matches, scoring at least two goals in four of those five most recent games. When it comes to corners earned, Wolves are struggling this season. They sit at the bottom of the Premier League averaging just 3.18 corners per game. In contrast, Fulham is one of the highest, having nearly twice as many as their rival (5.91).
Our Editorial Pick: Both teams to score (yes)
Second Pick: Fulham to win on corners
Everton vs Brentford
Everton’s performance have taken a significant downturn lately, as they find themselves slipping back toward the relegation zone after a hopeful unbeaten streak in October. On the other hand, Thomas Frank’s team is scoring goals in abundance and can be considered one of the Premier League’s best entertainers thus far this season.
Brentford has been involved in the most exciting matches this season, with a total of 44 goals scored. They’ve scored 22 goals while also allowing 22 against them. In 10 out of their 11 games, they’ve both scored and conceded. However, the only time they didn’t score was during their visit to Merseyside when they faced Liverpool back in August. There will likely be a lot of fighting, crosses, long throws, and cutbacks in this game, so the corner market is worth looking at. More than 9.5 corners have been recorded in ten of Brentford’s last eleven Premier League games.
Our Editorial Pick: over 1.5 goals
Second Pick: – total over 8.5 corners
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest
After a much-needed break, both teams are likely feeling refreshed and eager to compete again. Nottingham Forest’s impressive away performance will give their fans a glimmer of hope for an upset at the Emirates. Nottingham Forest performs better when they play away from home. However, the loss to Newcastle shows that their strong start is beginning to fade. We think Arsenal’s midfield will be too strong for Forest in this game. Besides, if Arsenal drops more points on Saturday, their chances of winning the Premier League could be over. With Odegaard back in the XI, there’s hope that Arteta’s team can win a close match and get back on track.
Our Editorial Pick: Arsenal to Win
Second Pick: total goals under 3.5
Bournemouth vs Brighton
Bournemouth and Brighton are two teams that always play an exciting, attacking game. Because of how they play, it’s no surprise that these teams get a lot of corners. Bournemouth gets an average of 6.27 corners per game, while Brighton sees an average of 5.45 corners per game. Given this information, we suggest placing bets on corners, as it seems to be the best choice.
Our Editorial Pick: total corner over 8.5
Second Pick: total goals over 1.5
Aston Villa vs Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace matches have seen the lowest number of goals scored in the Premier League. Crystal Palace has picked up points on the road just twice this Premier League season, and in one of those games, they were quite fortunate against Chelsea. Given the injury situation Oliver Glasner faces, it seems unlikely that Palace will win in Birmingham. Aston Villa also has injury problems, but with Emery’s team playing at home, they are expected to secure a good result. The home team is unlikely to push for a massive victory, making a 1-0 result the most likely outcome.
Our Editorial Pick: Aston Villa to win
Second Pick: total goals under 3.5
Man City vs Tottenham
Tottenham has been a tough opponent for Guardiola throughout the years. Man City has faced more losses in the Premier League against Spurs, with six defeats, and they have given up more goals, totaling 22, against them than any other team since Guardiola took charge. Spurs will be looking to break through City’s defense again this weekend and the match should be full of chances. However, if the Citizens can bring back some important players, they should be able to secure a win in front of an exciting crowd at the Etihad after Guardiola’s contract extension.
Our Editorial Pick: Man City to win
Second Pick: total goals over 2.5
Southampton vs Liverpool
Liverpool will face Southampton at St Mary’s on Sunday, as the Reds continue their chase for the Premier League title against the team at the bottom of the table. It’s uncertain if Southampton will control the ball like they prefer to against Slot’s Liverpool team. The Reds, despite having a defense that is struggling with injuries are unlikely to be held back for too long. It seems likely that the Premier League leaders will either keep their strong position or even increase their lead at the top.
Our Editorial Pick: Liverpool to win
Second Pick: Liverpool’s total goals over 1.5
Ipswich Town vs Man United
Just a few weeks after taking over from Erik ten Hag, Ruben Amorim faces off against Kieran McKenna, who was also considered for the Man United manager role during the summer. The new manager effect was seen with Man United during Van Nistelrooy’s brief time in charge. Now, Amorim’s first game is against the Premier League’s weakest home team. It’s unlikely that Ipswich will manage a clean sheet in this match. United has been on a scoring spree, scoring more goals in the last four matches than they did in the eight games before Ten Hag took charge.
Our Editorial Pick: Manchester United to win
Second Pick: Both teams to score (yes)
Newcastle vs West Ham
Newcastle endured a difficult start to the season, but they have bounced back recently, securing victories in their last three matches in all competitions. Newcastle is tough to beat at home and will be confident as they face a West Ham team that hasn’t found its rhythm this season. West Ham have been poor on their travels, and it seems unlikely they can disrupt Newcastle’s party at St. James’ Park. To make matters worse for West Ham, winger Mohammed Kudus has been suspended for the game. While summer signing Niclas Fullkrug is still out with an Achilles tendon injury.
Our Editorial Pick: Newcastle to win
Second Pick: Alexander Isak to score anytime
