We're fresh off a profitable 2-1 betting weekend in the Premier League, and I'm looking to stay hot as we grind out one more weekend of play before heading to the international break. Below, I'll dive into three of this weekend's contests from a betting perspective and let you know where I'm laying my money on the pitch. Here are my top English Premier League picks for Matchday 3’s game Liverpool vs. Arsenal.
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EPL Premier League Matchday 3 Picks: Liverpool vs. Arsenal
(Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook)
Liverpool (+120) vs. Arsenal (+225), DRAW (+250) | O/U 2.5 (-135/+105)
We have an early-season whale of a matchup in the middle of Sunday's schedule, as reigning champion Liverpool hosts red-hot Arsenal. Both clubs are 2-0-0 out of the gate. Kick-off is slated for 11:30 a.m. ET from Anfield in Liverpool.
I'm going to sit back and root for goals in this match, so mark me down for the over. With how good Arsenal's defense has been in recent years, I initially thought that we'd see more low-scoring matches between the clubs. However, after looking back at the head-to-head history, they've combined for four or more goals in five of the last six Premier League meetings, including logging exactly four goals in three straight games.
This match is being played at Anfield, which, in my mind, skews to more scoring. I think we see a 2-1 final, or maybe we're in for a third consecutive 2-2 draw. Mostly, the big concern for me is Liverpool's defense. They have allowed four goals in their first two matches, including conceding twice to Newcastle last weekend, while the Magpies only had 10 men. Offensively, the Reds are first in scoring (seven goals) and the Gunners are second (six goals) this season. I'm fine with laying the vig and playing the over in this early-season clash of titans.
Bet: Over 2.5 Goals (-135)
