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Manchester City vs Everton
Saturday 15th December 2018
FA Premier League, Etihad Stadium

Live on Sky Sports Premier League – Kick-Off: 12:30 GMT

Manchester City will play host to Everton this Saturday in Premier League action.

The hosts will be looking to apply the pressure back onto Liverpool in top spot. They lost their first match of the campaign last time out to Chelsea. Meanwhile, Everton will be looking to turn things around after a return of just two points from their last three matches.

Manchester City are priced at 2/9 by SkyBet to win. Pep Guardiola’s side fell to a shock defeat last time out against Chelsea. Many had pegged the team to have an invincible season. Despite this disappointment, they will look to get straight back to their goal scoring ways on Saturday. They boast the best attack in the league with 45 goals scored in 16 matches. Raheem Sterling and Sergio Aguero have both got eight goals to their names. Aguero is priced at 5/2 to score first.

Their defence has also been solid however has failed to keep a clean sheet in their previous five matches in all competitions. They’re priced at 6/5 to get a clean sheet and tighten up at the back.

Everton are priced at a huge 11/1 to win by SkyBet. Marco Silva’s side have been a tough opposition for all this season. Their attack has been rather free flowing with Richarlison stealing the headlines. The Brazilian has eight goals this campaign and is 10/3 to score anytime.

The Toffee’s away form has been poor. They sit 15thin the away form tables with just six points from seven away games. They have conceded 10 goals away from home and are likely to concede more against this Manchester City attack. If they can pull off a miracle and win the match and both teams score, SkyBet are paying out 20/1 for that possibility.

The referee for this match will be Craig Pawson. The official is a no-nonsense referee and has averaged 50.5 booking points in 11 Premier League matches.

The match will be televised on Sky Sports Premier League HD and kicks off at 12:30.

Prediction: Manchester City 3 – 0 Everton

It’s about time City won a match and kept a clean sheet !

Suggested Tips – Manchester City vs Everton – (BET365):

  • Correct score: Manchester City 3-0 – (link no longer available).
  • Manchester City to win to nil – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Manchester City vs Everton – (SKYBET):

  • Both Players to Score – Sergio Aguero & Raheem Sterling – 2/1.
  • First Goalscorer – Sergio Aguero – 5/2.
  • RequestABet Specials Up to 10/1 – Manchester City to score 2+ goals, 5+ Manchester City corners and 20+ Everton Booking Points  – 11/8. 
  • Popular RequestABet – Sterling, Richarlison & Sigurdsson each 1+ shots on target, 10+ match corners and 30+ match booking pts – 22/1.
  • Scorecast Boost – Raheem Sterling to score first and Manchester City to win 3-0 – 40/1.

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Sheffield United vs West Bromwich Albion
Friday 14th December 2018
SkyBet Championship, Bramall Lane

Live on Sky Sports Football HD – Kick-Off: 19:45 GMT

Sheffield United will host West Bromwich Albion in SkyBet Championship action this Friday night.

Both teams are currently occupying play-off positions, with just one point separating the hosts in 3rdand the visitors in 5th. This match sees the league’s highest scorers in West Broms attack come up against the fifth most prolific scorers. We could have a goal fest on our hands.

Sheffield United at priced at 6/5 to win this match by SkyBet. They will be hoping to improve on recent form in front a home crowd as they have gone goalless in the last 180 minutes of football at Bramall Lane. Looking to provide the much-needed goals will be striker Billy Sharp. The Englishman has already bagged 11 goals this campaign, the fifth highest in the division. He is priced at 5/4 to score anytime.

The Blades free flowing fluid style of play has been praised by many. However, it has led to some disappointing defensive displays. They have managed just three clean sheets in their last 10 matches. They also face the league’s highest scorers, so it looks unlikely that Dean Henderson will be kept quiet on Friday. Sheffield United to win and both teams to score has been price boosted to 10/3.

West Brom are priced at 21/10 to win by SkyBet. The Baggies have turned their bleak form around last month and have gone five matches unbeaten. Their last two encounters have seen home draws against Brentford and Aston Villa. They will need three points if they are to keep up with the pack at the top. Scoring has not been a problem for Darren Moore’s side with Jay Rodriguez, Dwight Gayle and Harvey Barnes sharing 28 goals between them. Both Gayle and Rodriguez are on 10 goals a piece and share a price of 5/1 to score first.

If West Brom were able to show more dominant defensive displays, they would easily be in the top two. They have just one clean sheet all season. Added to this, their last five matches have seen both teams find the net. SkyBet have price boosted West Brom to win and both teams to score to a whopping 5/1. Worth a punt.

The referee for this match will be Jeremy Simpson. The official has averaged 40.7 booking points in his 14 Championship matches.

Sheffield United vs West Bromwich Albion will be televised on Sky Sports Football HD and kicks off at 19:45.

Prediction: Sheffield United 1 – West Bromwich Albion 2 

This match could go either way, however the visitors have more attacking firepower.

Suggested Tips – Sheffield United vs West Bromwich Albion – (BET365):

  • Correct score: West Bromwich Albion to win 2-1 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Sheffield United vs West Bromwich Albion – (SKYBET):

  • Price Boost – Billy Sharp & Jay Rodriguez both to score – 9/1
  • West Brom Price Boost – BTTS and West Brom Win – 11/2.
  • RequestABet Specials up to 10/1 – Over 1.5 Goals, Sharp & Rodrigues 1+ Shot on Target each, 10+ match corners and 10+ booking points each team – 10/3.
  • RequestABet Specials up to 10/1 – BTTS, 4+ corners each team and 20+ booking points each team – 13/2.
  • Both Players to score – Billy Sharp and Dwight Gayle both to score – 9/2.
  • Scorecast Boost – Mark Duffy to score first and Sheffield Utd to win 2-1 – 100/1.

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Manchester City vs Hoffenheim
Wednesday 12th December 2018, Etihad Stadium
UEFA Champions League – Group F Qualifier 

BT Sport 2 – 20:00 GMT

Manchester City will entertain Hoffenheim in a UEFA Champions League Group F encounter.

The hosts are currently top of the group and a point would see them win the group. Meanwhile, Hoffenheim are at the foot of the table and are just playing for pride this Wednesday night.

Manchester City are priced at 1/5 by SkyBet to win in front of a home crowd. They enter the match on the back of the first loss of their Premier League season however they home form has still been impeccable. They have won 10 of their 11 home matches. Both Gabriel Jesus and David Silva have three goals this campaign in the group stages whilst Sergio Aguero has scored 2. The Argentinian is favourite to score first at 5/2. Meanwhile David Silva is 6/4 to score anytime. The hosts have scored 64% of their UCL goals in the second half this season. They are 11/10 to win both halves.

Defensively they have not been their usual unstoppable selves in Europe. They have conceded 5 goals, averaging 1 goal a game. For the home side to win and both teams to score, SkyBet will pay out at odds of 6/5.

Hoffenheim are priced at a huge 12/1 to win this match. Despite their disappointing campaign, Andrej Kramaric has been a shining star throughout Group F with 4 goals and 1 assist. The Croatian also has six goals in Bundesliga and is 3/1 to score anytime. Hoffenheim still have European dreams with a Europa League spot still up for grabs, however they need three points at the Etihad and then Lyon to beat Shaktar in the other match. They are yet to win a match in the competition, with three draws and two losses.

Their away record makes for some cracking matches, as they have averaged matches that have 4.27 goals per season. For both teams to score and over 4.5 goals in match, SkyBet are offering 5/2.

The referee for this match will be Andreas Ekberg. It is the officials first ever Champions League match.

Manchester City vs Hoffenheim will be televised on BT Sport 2 and kicks off at 20:00.

Prediction: Manchester 3 – 1 Hoffenheim

– The quality of the home side is too much for the Germans to handle.

Suggested Tips – Manchester City vs Hoffenheim – (BET365)

  • Correct score: Manchester City to win 3-1 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Manchester City vs Hoffenheim – (SKYBET)

  • Correct Score Group Betting – Manchester City to win 3-0, 3-1 or 3-2 – 3/1.
  • Both Players to score – Sergio Aguero and Andrej Kramaric to both score – 5/1.
  • Team to score a penalty – Manchester City – 11/4.
  • Popular RequestABets – Jesus to score a header and Mahrez to score from outside the area – 80/1.

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Valencia vs Manchester United
Wednesday 12th December 2018, Mestalla Stadium
UEFA Champions League – Group H Qualifier 

BT Sport 3 – 20:00 GMT

Valencia will host Manchester United in UEFA Champions League action this Wednesday night.

In theory, this match has very little riding on it for the hosts, who are already too far behind their opponents to qualify for the knockout stages. There is still a possible top spot place for the visitors, who trail 2 points behind Juventus in 1stplace in Group H. Jose Mourinho’s side will need three points and for Juventus to lose to Young Boys.

Valencia are priced at 7/5 by SkyBet to win in front of a home crowd. Their home record in recent times in the competition does not make for pretty reading with two wins from their last seven matches. However, they do boast a better record against Premier League opposition. They have won 8 of their last 17 bouts with Premier League sides. ‘Los Murcielagos’ have a wealth of attacking strength with Michy Batshuayi, Kevin Gamiero, Santi Mina and Rodrigo. Gamiero and Mina are 2/1 to score anytime whilst Rodrigo is 13/8 to do the same.

Despite being drawn in a tough group, Valencia’s defence has not crumbled under mass ampounts of pressure. They have conceded 5 goals in their 5 games. For Valencia to win and both teams to score, SkyBet are offering 7/2.

Manchester United are priced at 15/8. The visitors have done enough to qualify for the knockout stages and still have the chance to finish top, although unlikely. In the reverse of this fixture, they failed to score in front of a home crowd. Their strike force has come under a lot of fire recently, with Mourinho switching things up. Paul Pogba is currently their highest goalscorer in the competition with 2 goals and 1 assist. He is 5/2 to score anytime. Anthony Martial has been the most positive influence in recent weeks and is 2/1 to score anytime.

Defensively, United have been incredibly rigid and firm. They have conceded just two goals in five matches and kept Valencia silent when they visited Old Trafford. The visitors are priced at 4/1 to win to nil.

The referee for this match will be Georgi Kabakov.

The match will be televised on BT Sport 3 and kicks off at 20:00.

Prediction: Valencia 0 – 1 Manchester United

– With the only team playing for something, it’s hard to see United not leaving with three points.

Suggested Tips – Valencia vs Manchester United – (BET365)

  • Correct Score – Manchester United win 1-0 – (link no longer available).
  • Manchester United to win to nil – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Valencia vs Manchester United – (SKYBET)

  • Price Boost – Anthony Martial to score first – 6/1.
  • Correct Score Group Betting – Manchester United to win 1-0, 2-0 or 2-1 – 11/4. 
  • Scorecast Boost – Juan Mata to score first and Manchester Utd to win 2-1 – 100/1.
  • Both Players To Score – Michy Batshuayi and Paul Pogba – 10/1.

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Barcelona vs Tottenham Hotspur
Wednesday 3rd October 2018, Camp Nou
UEFA Champions League – Group B Qualifier 

BT Sport 3 – 20:00 GMT

Barcelona host Premier League opponents Tottenham in UEFA Champions League action.

The hosts have already qualified for the knockout stages after topping Group B. Meanwhile, Tottenham are still in the mix to qualify, however have a tough test to turn over the La Liga leaders and will hope Inter Milan fall short against PSV in the groups other match.

Barcelona are priced at 11/10 to win by SkyBet. Having already achieved qualification to the knockout stages, it is unsure whether Barcelona will line up with their strongest eleven. They enter this match on a four-match winning streak and as ever, Lionel Messi has been amongst the action. The Argentinian is the competitions top scorer with six goals in five games. He is priced at 10/3 to score first. Messi is also joined by Luis Suarez in attack who has been very prominent this season in La Liga and has 10 league goals. He is 4/1 to break the deadlock.

They boast the best defence in Group B with just 4 goals conceded in 5 matches. The Catalan club are priced at 7/2 to win to nil however Harry Kane will be a dangerous threat to their defence.

Tottenham are priced at 2/1 to achieve a famous victory. Spurs have been in some awesome form recently with 8 wins from their last 9 matches in all competition. Harry Kane has of course been the main man and has four goals in five games in this competition. The England captain will lead the line for the visitors and is 1/1 to score anytime. He is fortunate enough to play with Christian Eriksen and Dele Alli behind him. Both attacking midfielders thrive in big games situations. Eriksen is always a danger from set-pieces and is 9/1 to score outside the area.

Despite sitting second in the group, Spurs will need this match and the other result to go in their favour if they are to qualify for the knockout stages. They have not been at their best in this competition and have conceded 9 goals from 5 games. Four of those goals came from their previous meeting with Barcelona. For Spurs to win and both teams to score, SkyBet are offering odds of 7/2.

The referee for this match will be Mirolad Mazic.

Barcelona vs Tottenham will be televised BT Sport 3 and kicks off at 20:00.

Prediction: Barcelona 1 – 1 Tottenham Hotspur

– Whilst Barcelona may not field their strongest team, Spurs have not shown enough character throughout the group stages.

Suggested Tips – Barcelona vs Tottenham – (BET365)

  • Correct Score – 1-1 Draw  – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Barcelona vs Tottenham – (SKYBET)

  • Price Boost – Christian Eriksen to score and Tottenham to win – 9/1.
  • Correct Score Group Betting – 1-1, 2-2 or 3-3 Draw – 10/3.
  • Both Players to score – Lionel Kane and Harry Kane – 5/2
  • RequestABet Specials up to 80/1 and above – Messi & Kane 2+ shots on target, 5+ Barcelona corners, 3+ Tottenham corners and Busquets & Dier to be carded – 66/1. (Not sure why this is in the 80/1 and above market).
  • Popular RequestABet – Coutinho & Kane to score, 3+ corners each team and Lenglet & Dier to be carded – 125/1.

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Liverpool vs Napoli
Wednesday 3rd October 2018, Anfield
UEFA Champions League – Group C Qualifier 

BT Sport 3 – 20:00 GMT

Liverpool will host Napoli in what promises to be a cracker of a match in the UEFA Champions League.

There are so many possibilities that could see either Napoli or Liverpool both win the group, or both could be knocked out of the competition. Napoli currently top Group C, whilst the hosts sit three points behind them in 3rd. PSG sit second, and they face Red Star Belgrade in a match that could have a dramatic effect on both Liverpool and Napoli.

Liverpool are priced at 8/13 by SkyBet to win. They enter this match high on confidence after their 4-0 win over Bournemouth that now sees them top of the Premier League and also the only team to still have an unbeaten run since the campaigns start. Amongst the goals as always was Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian scored a hat-trick and took his tally to 10 for the league, whilst his Champions League tally currently sits at 2. He is price boosted at 5/1 to score a brace.

Despite only gaining 6 points from their five matches in the group, Liverpool have proved a force on home soil. They beat PSG and Red Star Belgrade in their two home matches, proving home advantage is key. They are 9/4 to win to nil.

Napoli are current leaders of Group C and are priced at 4/1 to win on Tuesday a win the group. Their attacking prowess is where their strength lies; much like Liverpool. Both Lorenzo Insigne and Dries Mertens have 3 goals each so far in the competition. They share odds of 2/1 to score anytime.

In the reverse of this fixture, Napoli scored late on to beat Liverpool after dominating the 90 minutes. SkyBet have priced Napoli to win and both teams to score at 13/2.

The referee for this match will be Damir Skomina.

Liverpool vs Napoli will be televised on BT Sport 2 and kicks off at 20:00.

Prediction:  Liverpool 2 – 1 Napoli

– This match could go either way, however Liverpool at home in this competition normally means magic is going to happen.

Suggested Tips – Napoli vs Liverpool – (BET365)

  • Correct Score – Liverpool win 2-1  – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Napoli vs Liverpool – (SKYBET)

  • Price Boost – Virjil Van Dijk to score a header – 16/1.
  • Correct Score Group Betting – Liverpool win 1-0, 2-0 or 2-1 – 9/2.
  • Both Players to score – Mohamed Salah and Lorenzo Insigne – 7/1.
  • Popular RequestABet – Over 1.5 goals, 5+ Liverpool corners, 3+ Napoli corners and 10+ booking points each team – 13/8. (NAP).
  • RequestABet Specials up to 80/1 and above – Salah 2+ shots on target & Insigne 2+ shots on target, 4+ corners each team and Milner & Allan to be carded – 80/1.

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Everton vs Watford
Monday 10th December 2018
FA Premier League, Goodison Park

Live on Sky Sports Premier League – Kick-Off: 20:00 GMT

Everton vs Watford is Monday nights Premier League game live on Sky Sports. The home side enter this match not in the greatest form, with a loss against rivals Liverpool and a 1-1 draw with Newcastle in the past week. Meanwhile, things haven’t gone much better for Watford, who are on a three-match loss streak.

Everton are priced at 3/4 by SkyBet to win on Monday night. The Toffees have had a positive campaign so far as they are currently 6thin the league. However, their recent late loss to Liverpool has soured the campaign. Marco Silva will be thankful for both Richarlison and Gylfi Sigurdsson this season, who have had the lion’s share of goals. The Brazilian has scored 7 so far and seems to be justifying his high price tag. He is 4/1 to score first. The Icelandic midfielder has scored 6 goals this season and is a danger from any set piece. He is 7/4 to score anytime.

Defensively, Everton have one of the stronger defences in the league. They have conceded 17 goals in 15 matches, however only 7 goals in 8 home matches. They are 2/1 to win to nil.

Watford are priced at 18/5 to pull off a victory away from home. Despite their fast start to the league, recent form has seen them drop to 11thin the table. Argentinian Roberto Pereyra has been the brightest attacking spark in Watford going forward with five goals this season. However, he hasn’t scored since late October. He is 7/2 to score anytime.

Their last three matches have been tough with Liverpool, Man City and Leicester as opponents, which have all resulted in losses and seven goals conceded. They will struggle to keep the Everton attack quiet but that doesn’t mean they can’t still win. For Watford to win and both teams to score, SkyBet are offering 15/2.

The referee for this match will be Kevin Friend. The official has averaged 42.3 booking points in his 11 Premier League matches.

Everton vs Watford will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League HD and kicks off at 20:00.

Prediction: Everton 1 – 1 Watford.

– Neither side have shown good form of late and are a tough match-up to call on paper.

Suggested Tips – Everton vs Watford – (BET365):

  • Correct score: Draw 1-1 – (link no longer available).
  • Half-Time/Full-Time – Draw/Draw – (link no longer available). 
  • First Goalscorer – Richarlison – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Everton vs Watford – (SKYBET):

  • Correct Score Group Betting – Draw 1-1, 2-2, 3-3 – 7/2.
  • Price Boost – Gylfi Sigurdsson to score from outside the penalty area – 8/1.
  • RequestABet Specials 11/1 to 28/1 – Doucoure & Pereyra 1+ shots on target each and Sigurdsson & Richarlison 2+ shots on target each- 25/1. 
  • RequestABet Specials 80/1 and above –  Mina to score a header and Sigurdsson to score from outside the area – 100/1.

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Newcastle United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Sunday 9th December 2018
FA Premier League, St James’ Park

Live on Sky Sports Premier League – Kick-Off: 16:00 GMT

Newcastle vs Wolverhampton Wanderers: Wolves will be looking to build on their win against Chelsea with another strong performance against Newcastle at St James’ Park.

Wolves ended their dreadful run of five defeats in six games with a surprising 2-1 win over Chelsea in midweek. Goals from Raul Jimenez and Diogo Jota completed the turnaround, much to the surprise of most inside Molineux. That result was exactly what Nuno Espirito Santo’s side needed after such a poor run.

The Portuguese boss made a tactical change and moved into a 3-5-2 formation instead of his favoured 3-4-3. That gave Wolves an extra man in their midfield, which allowed them more stability in the centre of the park. Morgan Gibbs-White put in a dazzling display in that trio. The 18-year-old academy graduate made his first Premier League start after impressing from the bench and created the equaliser which got them back into the contest. With Ruben Neves set to return from suspension for this fixture, it will be interesting to see whether MGW makes way, or whether Nuno sticks with his young English talent.

Newcastle have been through a recent revival and sit 14th in the table, four points above the relegation zone. Rafa Benitez’s men have only lost once in their last six games and picked up an eye-catching point away at Everton in midweek. They have won two of their last three home games to boot and appear to have made St James’ Park a much harder place to play recently. Salomon Rondon’s recent form has been a huge role in that good form. The Venezuelan international has scored three goals in his last four games.

Mike Dean is the referee for this game, fresh from taking charge of the North London derby last weekend. The Englishman has officiated 11 top-flight matches this season, accumulating an average booking points total of 48.2. Therefore, I’d advise a maximum of 60+ total points for this fixture.

This game doesn’t really have the billing of a goals fest. Therefore, given Newcastle’s decent run of late and the fact Wolves are recovering from a poor one, I think this will end all square.

Newcastle United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League with kick-off at 16:00 GMT.

Prediction: Newcastle United 1-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers

Suggested Tips -Newcastle United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers – (BET365):

  • Correct score: Draw 1-1 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Newcastle United vs Wolverhampton Wanderers – (SKYBET):

  • Both Players to Score – Diego Jota & Ayoze Perez – 9/4.
  • To Score in 90 minutes – Solomon Rondon – 6/4.
  • Popular RequestABet – Rondon to score a header and Neves to score from outside the area – 66/1.
  • Double Up Price Boost – Salomon Rondon and Raul Jimenez 1+ shot on target each and 1+ offside each – 7/1.
  • RequestABet Specials up to 10/1 – BTTS and 3+ corners each team – 6/4.
  • Scorecast Boost – Raul Jimenez to score first and Wolves to win 2-1 – 66/1.

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Chelsea vs Manchester City
Saturday 8th December 2018
FA Premier League, Stamford Bridge

Live on BT Sport 1 – Kick-Off: 17:30 GMT

Chelsea vs Manchester City – the Champions will be looking to continue their assault on the Premier League title when they face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.

The Citizens took another three points in midweek, with a 2-1 win at Watford. In truth, it should have been a much larger margin of victory, after controlling the game for large portions. It wasn’t until Watford pulled one back in 83rd-minute that City ever looked like they’d not win the game.

Riyad Mahrez was at his sparkling best, setting up the first goal and scoring the second. That result means City have dropped just four points from their opening 15 games and remain unbeaten. If they continue on their current trajectory, they will finish on 104 points, surpassing last year’s record of 100. It would also be the first time they have ever retained the Premier League, which would be an important feat.

Chelsea found themselves undone against out-of-form Wolves in midweek as they lost 2-1 at Molineux. Despite taking the lead through Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Maurizio Sarri’s side threw away their advantage as Wolves turned the game on its head. Sarri made a few changes to his midfield, with Mateo Kovacic and Jorgino left out, although they are likely to return to the side this weekend. That was only Chelsea’s second defeat of the season but both have come in their last four games.

Those losses have been a reminder to some that Chelsea are still a work in progress. They struggled under Antonio Conte last season and it will take time for Sarri to get the side the way he wants it. These defeats may help to dampen expectations a little, after such a strong start to the season.

Andre Marriner is the referee for this game. The Englishman has officiated 13 top-flight games this season. In that time, he has accumulated an average booking points total of 32.3. Therefore, I would recommend a maximum of 50+ total points for this fixture.

Chelsea will be wanting to bounce back from their midweek defeat, whilst City have been relentless in their surge for the title. City won here at Stamford Bridge last year thanks to Kevin De Bruyne’s goal. Whilst the Belgian won’t be on the field on Saturday, I think City will come away with another three points.

Chelsea vs Manchester City will be televised live in the UK on BT Sport 1 with kick-off at 17:30 GMT.

Prediction: Chelsea 1-2 Manchester City

Suggested Tips – Chelsea vs Manchester City – (BET365):

  • Correct score: Manchester City win 2-1 – (link no longer available).
  • First Goalscorer – Raheem Sterling – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Chelsea vs Manchester City – (SKYBET):

  • Full Time Result and BTTS – Manchester City to win & BTTS – 9/4.
  • Both Players to Score – Mahrez & Aguero to both score – 5/1.
  • Popular RequestABet – Jesus to score a header and Chelsea to score a penalty – 125/1.
  • Popular RequestABet – Manchester City to win, BTTS, 4+ corners each team and 20+ booking points each team – 12/1.

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Bournemouth vs Liverpool
Saturday 8th December 2018
FA Premier League, Vitality Stadium

Live on BT Sport 2 – Kick-Off: 12:30 GMT

Bournemouth will host unbeaten Liverpool in Premier League action this Saturday.

The home side were back to winning ways after a run of poor results against Huddersfield in midweek. Meanwhile Liverpool remain unbeaten after their 3-1 victory over Burnley.

Bournemouth are priced at 19/5 to pull off a shock by SkyBet. Their midweek victory over Huddersfield ended a four-game loss streak. In that match, they only had 33% possession, proving they can catch teams on the counter attack. Callum Wilson has been the shining star in their squad this season with 8 goals and 5 assists. The England striker is priced at 13/2 to score first.

Defensively, Bournemouth have a lot of improving to do and this match will be another tough test on their defensive line. They have conceded 22 goals in 15 matches. For Bournemouth to win and both teams to score, SkyBet are offering 7/1.

Liverpool are priced at 4/6 to continue their unbeaten campaign with another win. Their play style has come under some scrutiny as they are less free flowing and more organised however they seem more poised at the back this season. They currently have the best defensive record in the league with just six goals conceded. Despite Wilson, Liverpool shouldn’t have too many headaches on the weekend. The Reds are a cracking 21/10 to win to nil.

Going forward, Liverpool have been their usual clinical selves despite the lack of last seasons star dust. Mohamed Salah has remained the poster boy for the visitors and has seven goals and four assists so far this season. He is priced at 10/3 to score first. They also have a good goal scoring record against their opponents with three or more goals scored in three of their last four encounters. For Klopp’s side to score 3+ goals, SkyBet are offering 15/8.

The referee for this match will be Lee Mason. The official has averaged 34.3 booking points in his 7 Premier League matches this season.

Bournemouth vs Liverpool will be televised on BT Sport 2 HD and kicks off at 12:30.

Prediction: Bournemouth 0 – 3 Liverpool

Given recent form, Liverpool shouldn’t have too many problems getting three points.

Suggested Tips – Bournemouth vs Liverpool – (BET365):

  • Correct score: Liverpool win 3-0 – (link no longer available).

Suggested Tips – Bournemouth vs Liverpool – (SKYBET):

  • Correct Score Group Betting – Liverpool 3-0, 3-1 or 3-2 – 4/1.
  • First Goalscorer – Callum Wilson or Mohamed Salah to score first – 15/8.
  • Popular RequestABet – Wilson & Salah to score and Daniels to be carded – 40/1.
  • Scorecast Boost – Mohamed Salah to score first and Liverpool to win 3-0 – 45/1.
  • RequestABet Specials up 33/1 to 66/1 – Fraser 1+ shots on target and van Dijk 2+ shots on target – 40/1.

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