Premier League Betting: Everton the early value for top 6 finish
Premier League
/
Nik Wardle /
20 June 2009 /
Leave a Comment
Before the big summer spending takes place, Nik Wardle looks at some good early betting options to consider in the Premier League.
With the English league fixtures out this week it seems like a brand new season is almost upon us. However, with one or two notable exceptions, the major summer spending hasn't begun yet, so if you have an inkling of how a club will perform next season
now is a good time to get your bets in whilst there are many attractive odds about.
Man Utd, even without Ronaldo, are currently the favourites for the Premier League at [2.98]. If you think it's someone else's turn, then it may be worth having a wager on both Chelsea and Liverpool at [5.20] and [6.60] respectively. Even though Man City will spend
big this summer, I can't see them challenging for the title, nor Arsenal - so I think a little bit of Chelsea/Liverpool "ditching" is a tempting option.
Unsurprisingly, the three promoted clubs are strong favourites for relegation. Burnley are at [1.69], Birmingham [2.06] and Wolves [2.32]. The slight danger of betting on them this early is that one of them may do a Hull and start with a flourish. Speaking of Hull, backing them to go down at [2.02] could reap dividends come next May.
As well as the big four, there's some strong candidates to finish in the top six. Man City were patchy last season but Gareth Barry should make them more solid. That said, their odds of [1.78] in the Top 6 Finish market are not particularly attractive. I think Aston Villa will struggle to match last season's achievements, so I'd give them a miss at [2.74]. Spurs are at reasonable odds at [2.64] but I think consistent Everton are the best current bet in this market at [2.8].
Read More UK & Ireland Football
Premier League Results: Super Spurs thrash Newcastle
Tottenham moved to within five points of league leaders Manchester United after a stunning performances at White Hart Lane......
Premier League Results: Evra and Rooney have the last laugh
Manchester United ended up the winners when Liverpool came to Old Trafford and it was Patrice Evra and two-goal hero Wayne Rooney who had the last laugh over their rivals, though Luis Suarez did score a consolation goal. Elsewhere, Arsenal...
Lee Dixon: David Silva to wave his hand at Villa Park
This is a good chance for Manchester City to prove that they can deliver away from the Etihad given Villa's poor record at home to teams high up in the table. Expect David Silva to call the shots and contribute...
Lee Dixon: Newcastle can hold Tottenham
Newcastle keep on improving and in Papiss Cisse they've recruited a dangerous attacker who can form a super partnership with Demba Ba. The former can score at White Hart Lane and help Newcastle to earn at least a draw....
Sport News 24/7