British Summer Time ends this Sunday, October 25. As a result, we all get an extra hour in bed.
Meanwhile, the Premier League continues to surprise fans and bettors alike. Who would have predicted Hull City and Ipswich Town would be in the top half as Halloween approaches?
Betting on this league is never easy. Even sensible selections can go wrong at the last minute.
However, there are still some interesting bets to consider this weekend. Sports News Blitz’s punting expert, The Bookie Basher, shares his best bets for the televised Premier League games. These include Sunday’s clash between Manchester United and Bournemouth.
Ipswich Town vs Nottingham Forest
Ipswich Town will be delighted with their start to the season. However, the bookmakers are not convinced they will beat Nottingham Forest.
Forest lost to Arsenal last time out, but they showed plenty of fight. Therefore, a draw could be worth considering in this contest.
Interestingly, Ipswich have played nine games in all competitions this season without drawing any of them. That run could end against Forest.
Suggested bet: Draw at 13/5 (Betfred)
Aston Villa vs Manchester City
Aston Villa face a major test when they welcome Manchester City. The result could reveal plenty about Villa’s ambitions this season.
Manchester City have made a perfect start in the league, winning all seven of their opening games. Additionally, they beat AEK 5-1 in midweek.
However, Villa have reasons to feel confident. They have won their last three home meetings with City. The original preview also highlights Johan Manzambi as a young attacking talent.
City may be in excellent form, but Villa could offer value at the available odds. Consequently, backing the home side could appeal to bettors looking for an upset.
The Bookie Basher has also been backing Villa to finish in the top four at 14/1.
Suggested bet: Aston Villa to win at 17/5 (Bet Victor / Coral)
Chelsea vs Tottenham
Chelsea have impressed since the international break. They have picked up two strong wins and look increasingly confident.
Their attacking options are among the division’s best. Furthermore, the victory over Everton pleased the team, particularly after Chelsea ended a long wait for a clean sheet.
Chelsea have also enjoyed recent success against their London rivals. According to the original preview, the Blues have won their last six meetings with Tottenham.
As a result, Chelsea look a tempting option in this derby. However, Tottenham could still make the contest difficult, so the goals market is worth considering too.
The suggested bet combines a Chelsea victory with fewer than four goals in the match.
Suggested bet: Chelsea to win & Under 3.5 goals at 7/4 (Betfred)
Manchester United vs Bournemouth
The Red Devils have been inconsistency personified so far.
Poor decisions on and off the pitch, and an Old Trafford stadium that frequently leaks water during heavy downpours.
Critics will swear they are rudderless right now. As an aside, has anyone actually met someone who has organised a piss up in a brewery?
Michael Carrick knows his side have to win matches at some point.
Manchester United’s draw with Leeds on Sunday made it six without a victory now, the worst run since 2018/19, when their form fell off a cliff after a certain Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was confirmed as permanent manager.
Bournemouth’s Evanilson – who has four assists and two goals in the league so far – is 6/4 to score or assist. Truthfully, what’s not to like?
Suggested bet: Evanilson to score or assist at 6/4 (Betway)
Sunderland vs Leeds United
The raw data suggested Sunderland’s seventh-place finish last term was a hefty over-achievement, but the Black Cats are bottom of the table at the time of writing and fans must be worried.
It must feel great to be back in Europe, but the truth is the extra demands of the Europa League this season could prove a hindrance in their quest for survival.
Leeds are flying, and Dominic Calvert-Lewin has scored four in seven games. He’s underrated, Calvert-Lewin. Looks like the type of fella who brews his own vinegar, but at the age of 29 he’s at the very peak of his powers.
5/1 to score first on Sunday? Wallop.
Suggested bet: Dominic Calvert-Lewin to score first at 5/1 (Coral / Ladbrokes)
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