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Bournemouth vs Liverpool – Match Preview

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Bournemouth vs Liverpool – Match Preview – Bournemouth will host Liverpool this Sunday afternoon in Premier League action at the Vitality Stadium.

The hosts enter this fixture following a valiant effort against Manchester United midweek that ultimately ended up in a 1-0 defeat.

Liverpool will be hoping to turn their fortunes around this Sunday following two draws in a row against Everton and more recently, West Brom.

Bournemouth are currently 14th in the Premier League with 16 points from 17 matches. Eddie Howe’s side have begun to find their feet this campaign following a very rocky beginning.

Defoe bagged a brace against Crystal Palace, can he grab a goal against the Reds Photo Credit: skysports.com

Jermain Defoe has also started to find his shooting boots with a contender for goal of the season recently as the Englishman came to save his side against Crystal Palace with an impressive brace. Bournemouth will be hoping to salvage something from this as they face an out of form Liverpool side; as their next two fixtures are Chelsea and Manchester City away.

Skybet Match Result – Bournemouth to Win – 5/1

Salah is the deadliest player in front of goal in the Premier League so far this season Photo Credit: skysports.com

Jurgen Klopp will be drilling into his players that anything less than three points is unacceptable this weekend. Not capitalising on their chances has cost them in their previous outings, as they have totalled 37 attempts in their two last games with one goal to show for it. Summer signing Mo Salah has set the Premier League alight from the right wing at Anfield, currently the top scorer in the Premier League with 13 goals and three assists. Currently 5th in the Premier League, Liverpool will hope a result against Bournemouth will see them leapfrog Spurs into a Champions League spot, who face Manchester City this weekend.

Skybet Correct Score Group Betting – Liverpool to Win 3-0, 3-1 or 3-2 – 7/2

Liverpool have been kind to their travelling fans this year, having scored two or more goals in 62% of their away Premier League matches so far.

Bournemouth have struggled to keep opposition attacks away so far this season, only keeping a clean sheet in 25% of their matches this season.

Bournemouth have been awarded an average of 5.6 corners in their home fixtures so far this season whilst Liverpool have been awarded an average of 4.5 on the road.

Paul Tierney will take charge of this fixture, who has awarded an average of 36 booking points in his 5 Premier League matches so far.

 

Suggested Tips

  • Skybet Penalty Specials – Liverpool to be Awarded a Penalty – 3/1
  • Skybet Both Players to Score – Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino – 3/1
  • Skybet 1st Half Goals – (3+) – 9/2
  • Bet365 – Half Time/Full Time – Liverpool/Draw – (link no longer available)
  • Bet365 – Anytime Goalscorer – Jermain Defoe – (link no longer available)

Manchester City vs Spurs – Match Preview

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Manchester City vs Spurs – Match Preview – Premier League leaders Manchester City play host to Spurs this Saturday evening in a huge clash in the Premier League.

The hosts are absolutely flying at the top of the table, 11 points ahead of second place Manchester United. After their midweek victory over Swansea City, Pep Guardiola’s side have now broken the record for the most points achieved in Premier League history in the first 17 matches.

Aguero has 10 goals so far this season in the league Photo Credit: skysports.com

The visitors are looking to catch up with Chelsea in the league standings. They enter the fixture in decent form, having won their last three matches in all competitions.

Manchester City have been a delight to watch so far this season. Their ability on the ball is almost untouchable, with the likes of Kevin De Bruyne and David Silva opening up defences with their eyes shut. They have already managed to score 52 goals in their 17 matches this season and have only conceded 11 in the process. They are a frightening opponent for any side to face; Sergio Aguero being the main fear as he has already bagged 10 goals with three assists. Spurs may have their work cut out at the Etihad Stadium.

Skybet Correct Score Group Betting – Man City to Win 3-0, 3-1 or 3-2 – 7/2

Harry Kane has 12 goals so far this season, 2nd to current top scorer, Mo Salah Photo Credit: skysports.com

Spurs are currently 4th in the Premier League having attained 31 points from 17 matches so far. They haven’t quite been the picture of consistency that they have shown in the previous seasons, with uncharacteristic slip-ups from time to time. However, their recent form suggests they are ready for battle on Saturday, with prolific talisman Harry Kane spearheading the Londoners attack. The Englishman has scored 12 goals with one assist this season as he is looking to defend his golden boot accolade.

Skybet Match Result – Spurs to Win – 9/2

Manchester City have found no trouble entertaining their home crowds this season, having scored two or more goals in 87% of their Premier League matches at the Etihad.

Spurs have been awarded an average of 7.1 corners per match this season. Predicting that they will be sitting back and trying to catch City on the counter, they could win corners in behind the defence.

Craig Pawson is taking charge of this Premier League tie, he has averaged 41.5 booking points across his 13 matches so far this season.

 

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  • Skybet Price Boost – Kevin De Bruyne and Harry Kane both to score in 90 mins – 10/1
  • Skybet Price Boost – Kyle Walker and Danny Rose both to be carded – 12/1
  • Skybet Opta Player Shots on Target – Harry Kane 3+ Shots On Target – 4/1
  • Bet365 – Half Time/ Full Time – Draw/Man City – (link no longer available)
  • Bet365 – Correct Score – 2-2 – (link no longer available)

West Ham United vs Arsenal – Match Preview

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West Ham United vs Arsenal – Match Preview – As the Premier League enters its busiest season, we have been treated with more midweek action. West Ham host Arsenal in what is promising to be an entertaining London derby.

West Ham sent shockwaves through the league on the weekend, surprisingly beating Chelsea 1-0 at home. The victory was not only David Moyes first as Hammers manager but also helped them close the gap inside the relegation zone; now only missing out on goal difference.

Arnautovic scored the only goal of the game as West Ham defeated Chelsea Photo Credit: skysports.com

Arsenal didn’t quite give the performance many fans were hoping for against Southampton after their emphatic 6-0 victory over BATE last week. They managed to salvage a point thanks to a late Olivier Giroud goal that was deserved due to their dominance.

Arsenal grabbed a late equaliser after Charlie Austin’s early goal to draw 1-1 in their last game Photo Credit: skysports.com

West Ham are currently 18th in the Premier League standings. They have managed to grab 13 points from their first 16 matches; a very poor showing from them given their positive reinforcements during the summer transfer window. Whilst goals have been hard to come by for the Hammers, they haven’t been for their opponents, as West Ham have already conceded 32 goals this season; more than anyone else this season. Arsenal’s attack at times have been very clinical, could they prove that the Chelsea result was a fluke or are they finding their feet?

Skybet Match Result – West Ham to Win – 17/4

Arsenal are currently 5th in the Premier League, chasing the top four with only one point separating them and Liverpool. They have been a picture of inconsistency thus far, with irregular line ups from Arsene Wenger that have sometimes crucified opposition defences but at times they have crucified their own. Alexis Sanchez and Alexandre Lacazette have been the most promising sights for the Gunners and will be the key men that West Ham will look out for. Can they put the pressure on the top four?

Skybet Correct Score Group Betting – Arsenal to Win 1-0, 2-0 or 2-1 – 2/1

Arsenal have only scored two or more goals once away from home all season in the Premier League. Whilst West Ham have only scored two or more twice at home. This could come down to just a solitary goal.

West Ham have averaged 26.9 booking points per match this season while Arsenal have only averaged 15.0. Though, as it is a London derby, this could get fiery.

Jonathan Moss takes charge of the fixture, he has averaged 35.9 booking points in his 11 Premier League matches.

 

Suggested Tips

  • Skybet Price Boost – Pablo Zabaleta and Granit Xhaka both to be carded – 15/2
  • Skybet Price Boost – West Ham to Win 1-0 – 20/1
  • Skybet RequestAbet Up to 10/1 – BTTS, 4+ corners each team and 20+ booking points each team – 13/2
  • Skybet RequestAbet 11/1 to 28/1 – Lacazette & Sanchez to score and Zabaleta & Reid to be carded – 28/1
  • Skybet Featured RequestAbet  – Lanzini & Sanchez to score and Obiang & Monreal to be carded – 100/1
  • Bet365 – Half TIme/ Full Time – Draw/Arsenal – (link no longer available)
  • Bet365 – Total Goals/BTTS – Under 2.5 Goals and Yes – (link no longer available)