Football betting analyst and expert Jones Knows returns to give insights on all 10 Premier League matches, highlighting a 4/1 bet that catches his eye.
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest, Saturday 12:30pm
The shift in football strategy is drastic, moving from Nuno Espirito Santo’s pragmatic approach to Ange Postecoglou’s aggressive style.
This decision by Forest is bold and fraught with risks.
Defensive challenges are expected, particularly at the centre-back position. Nuno’s defenders were supported by a strong midfield setup and rarely faced one-on-one situations. They were relied upon mainly for defending, which had made Milenkovic and Murillo effective last season.
However, Postecoglou’s eagerness for a bold game will put pressure on them. Their transition will take time, and betting on them to receive cards at 3/1 with Sky Bet appears to be a worthwhile gamble given the high likelihood of being exposed.
SCORE PREDICTION: 3-1
Bournemouth vs Brighton, Saturday 3pm
This match promises plenty of goals.
Bournemouth plays an aggressive pressing game, leaving their defence vulnerable and inviting high-scoring encounters. On the other hand, Brighton significantly contributes to high-scoring games, with their last 16 away matches averaging 3.88 goals each.
Betting on over 3.5 goals at 13/8 with Sky Bet looks appealing.
SCORE PREDICTION: 2-2
Crystal Palace vs Sunderland, Saturday 3pm
Manager Oliver Glasner’s skills will be crucial as Palace navigates player absences. Eberechi Eze is gone, and injuries to Ismaila Sarr and Adam Wharton complicate matters further.
Justin Devenny could step up in this scenario, and with odds of 4/5 from Sky Bet for him to have a shot on target, it seems like a worthwhile bet since he averages 2.65 shots per 90 minutes in his appearances.
SCORE PREDICTION: 1-1
Everton vs Aston Villa, Saturday 3pm
Everton has shifted towards a more dynamic style under Sean Dyche, making them exciting to watch again after years of a predictable game.
Backing the over 2.5 goals in this match offers good value at even odds, given their new attacking flair and the presence of Jack Grealish.
SCORE PREDICTION: 3-1 | BEST BET: Over 2.5 goals (Evens with Sky Bet)
Fulham vs Leeds United, Saturday 3pm
Leeds’ centre-forward boasts impressive skills in drawing fouls, presenting a betting opportunity. Lukas Nmecha may not score often but excels at winning fouls.
With an average of 3.1 fouls drawn per 90 minutes, Joachim Andersen at 5/2 with Sky Bet to make two or more fouls stands out as a promising bet.
SCORE PREDICTION: 2-1
Newcastle United vs Wolves, Saturday 3pm
A bet on Newcastle to win without conceding at 13/10 with Sky Bet looks enticing, as their defense has been exceptional this season.
Without Matheus Cunha, Wolves appear to struggle in attack, making Newcastle’s strong defense a significant factor in this matchup.
SCORE PREDICTION: 2-0
Manchester City vs Manchester United, Sunday 4.30pm, live on Sky Sports
The return of the Premier League post-international break often sees decreased scoring rates, with an average of just 2.35 goals per game in previous seasons.
Given this trend, betting on under 2.5 goals at 13/8 with Sky Bet could be a smart move for this tight Manchester derby.
