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Chelsea vs. Liverpool odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Chelsea vs. Liverpool odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

On Sunday, Liverpool (12 wins, 2 losses, 5 draws) travels to Stamford Bridge to take on Chelsea (12-2-6). Kickoff is set for 11:30 a.m. ET. Below, we preview the Chelsea vs. Liverpool odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

It’s always must-watch football when two of the top three teams in the EPL square off against each other. Sadly, we won’t see what a fully healthy match may look like.

Chelsea will be without D Reece James and M Timo Werner while D Thiago Silva and F Kai Havertz doubtful. Midfielder Thiago will be sidelined for Liverpool also.

Fans will still be gifted with a show from the likes of forwards Romelu Lukaku and Mohamed Salah. This game features two of the leagues’ top four offensive and defensive squads, so there will be no shortage of talent on the pitch.

Chelsea vs. Liverpool: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 12:15 p.m. ET.

Money line: Chelsea +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Liverpool +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Draw +245
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -125 | U: +100)

Prediction

Liverpool 2, Chelsea 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to LIVERPOOL (+160). It’s the healthier side and is arguably the best team in the EPL regardless of health.

The Liverpool attack, especially with Chelsea likely down Silva, should have its way. Salah and F Diogo Jota are the top two scorers in the EPL and both are set to start Sunday.

Neither team is in top form. Chelsea has drawn three of its last four outings and Liverpool has lost and drawn its last two, respectively.

Defender Ben Chilwell, who has started six games for Chelsea’s backline, will also be out. Chelsea is just too short-handed to bet on, and with Liverpool closer to full strength, it’s the right side to back.

Over/Under (O/U)

“LEAN” to the OVER 2.5 (-125). It’s going to be difficult for Chelsea, down two typical starting defenders, to handle the league-best Liverpool attack.

Consequently, it’ll have to pick up the pace. Midfielders Mason Mount, Lukaku and Christian Pulisic should all be active in this game to help counter that elite Liverpool attack.

I expect both sides to get on the board once. Liverpool has given up 16 goals in 19 matches and Chelsea has allowed 14 in 20 matches despite them both being top-tier defensive sides.

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Chelsea vs. Aston Villa odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Chelsea vs. Aston Villa odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

On Sunday, Chelsea (11 wins, 2 losses, 5 draws) travels to Villa Park to take on Aston Villa (7-9-1). Kickoff is set for 12:30 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Chelsea vs. Aston Villa odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Chelsea will need this win to keep pace with Manchester City and Liverpool as they’ve fallen behind the league leaders.

Chelsea has been so dominant this season behind a mere 12 goals conceded across 18 matches while scoring 39 of its own. Midfielders Romelu Lukaku and Kai Havertz are doubtful for the away side, although it seems like Lukaku may be the more likely of the two to see time.

Aston Villa sits just inside the top half of the table despite a negative goal differential. Villa has struggled for victory and managed only one draw behind just 23 goals for across 18 matches. D Ashley Young is doubtful but may suit up and star M Leon Bailey has been declared out.

Chelsea vs. Aston Villa: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated 9:36 a.m. ET.

Money line: Chelsea -133 (bet $133 to win $100) | Aston Villa +390 (bet $100 to win $390) | Draw +260
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +112 | U: -140)

Prediction

Aston Villa 1, Chelsea 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW (+260).

Lukaku is arguably the best nine in the world but may not have full match fitness after missing time — if he plays at all. M Timo Werner‘s is out. Those are a couple of key attackers for Chelsea. The energy should favor Villa in its home grounds.

Chelsea is undefeated in nine of its last 10 matches against Villa, so I wouldn’t quite bank on an upset either. However, Villa’s strength is in its attack. 25-year-old F Ollie Watkins should be available and press that quality Chelsea backline.

A draw here, for this value, feels like a good wager.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (-140) as Chelsea’s backline is healthy and just that good.

Chelsea has given up the second-fewest goals in the EPL this season behind only Manchester City. Jorginho, who typically anchors the backend of the team’s midfield, should be available, along with veteran D Thiago Silva.

Combine the expertise of those two with the weakened Chelsea attack, and it feels like a game that should see few goals. Chelsea’s last two EPL matches have combined for just two goals.

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Chelsea vs. Everton odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Thursday’s Chelsea vs. Everton odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

On Thursday, Everton (5 wins, 8 losses, 3 draws) will travel to Stamford Bridge to take on Chelsea (11-2-3). Kickoff is scheduled for 2:45 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Chelsea vs. Everton odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

One of the top-three teams in the EPL, Chelsea is coming off a win against Leeds United. It was a 3-2 game, and given the talent difference, it should’ve been more like 4-1.

Chelsea is just 2-1-1 over their last four. Their strength is in their defense, having given up just 11 games all season, second only to Man City.

As for Everton, despite a strong start, they now sit 14th on the table. Defense has been their key weakness, giving up 28 goals in 16 games and scoring 20.

They’ve lost 4 of their last 5 – including two games to Liverpool and Man City in which they lost a combined 7-1. Chelsea will come in as heavy favorites at home.

Chelsea vs. Everton: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. ET.

Money line: Chelsea -420 (bet $100 to win $420) | Everton +1200 (bet $100 to win $1200) | Draw +520
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -145 | U: +115)

Prediction

Chelsea 3, Everton 1

Money line (ML)

PASS on the money line. While Chelsea has shown some flaws, betting on them to even draw at home isn’t a smart move.

However, I wouldn’t mind tossing out BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE at +135. Everton is averaging over a goal per game, and they do have a couple of elite attackers.

While many players for Everton will be out, Demarai Gray is expected to play, and he’s leading the team with five goals. His pace in the middle of the field should give their offense a fighting chance at scoring.

Also Chelsea has given up 11 in 16 games, so it’s certainly possible one slips by their defense. As for their attack, they average over two per game and are playing a weak Everton, they should be just fine there.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER ALTERNATE LINE 3.5 (+165) as the best bet in this game. Chelsea has gone over this total in its last two games, totaling 5 combined goals in each.

Add in a six-goal match in their Dec. 8 showing, and it’s clear their backline hasn’t been as steady as they’d hope.

With Gray still in the lineup, Everton should be able to put pressure on them. For Chelsea, with F Romelu Lukaku healthy and also Mason Mount and Christian Pulisic set to be available, their attack will be lethal as well.

N’Golo Kante, one of the best defensive midfielders in the world, will be doubtful, per whoscored.com. That should hamper an already weak Chelsea defense. For those reasons, betting on more goals seems like the smarter move.

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West Ham vs. Chelsea odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s West Ham vs. Chelsea odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

To help commence a weekend of EPL action, Chelsea (10 wins, 1 loss, 3 draws) travels to Olympic Stadium to take on West Ham United (7-4-3). The kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. ET. Below, we preview the West Ham vs. Chelsea odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Currently sitting atop the EPL table through 14 games, Chelsea, along with Liverpool and Manchester City, is starting to separate itself. All three are two points apart with Liverpool, who are in third, 7 points above fourth-place West Ham.

M N’Golo Kanté will be out for this match, but Chelsea should get star M Jorginho back at full strength after starting on the bench Wednesday. Reese James should also be available.

Chelsea is coming off a 2-1 win over Watford. West Ham has lost two and tied in one since its massive win over Liverpool. At home, despite its strong start to the season, West Ham will still be underdogs.

West Ham vs. Chelsea: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 7:20 p.m. ET.

Money line: West Ham +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Chelsea -127 (bet $127 to win $100) | Draw +275
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Prediction

Chelsea 2, West Ham 0

Money line (ML)

BET on CHELSEA (-125). Anytime you can get a top-three team in the EPL at almost even money, I’ll take it all day.

Chelsea will have James and Jorginho back in action at full strength. Christian Pulisic should get a substitute in the game as well. Romelu Lukaku is one of the best 9s in the world as well.

Couple their talent and attacking prowess with their league-best defense, and it’s easy to see why the Blues are favored. Chelsea has given up just 6 goals on the season, scoring 33. West Ham has scored 25 and given up 17.

Chelsea is just a level above most EPL teams. The Blues are that good, and I’d back them at -125.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on UNDER 2.5 (-110) as Chelsea is that good defensively. The Blues have given up 6 goals in 14 games. They’ve given up 3 goals in four games against teams that have scored more than 20 goals this season.

Chelsea’s defense will almost certainly not give up 2 goals in this one, and its offense hasn’t been elite recently either. The Blues have scored more than 1 goal in two of their last four games.

The Under is the better play considering the form of the stronger team.

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Chelsea vs. Manchester United odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Chelsea vs. Manchester United odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

On Sunday morning, Manchester United (5 wins, 5 losses, 2 draws) will travel to Stamford Bridge to take on Chelsea (9-1-2). Kickoff is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. ET. Below, we preview the Chelsea vs. Manchester United odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Both teams are coming off midweek Champions League victories; however, Chelsea’s was a 4-0 thrashing of Italy’s Juventus while Man U took down Villarreal with two goals in the last 15 minutes.

That’s just a small picture of the form, more specifically, of Chelsea. The Blues have been terrific and are sitting atop the EPL standings, two points above Liverpool, who have already played its 13th game, and 3 points over Man City.

Chelsea is led by Reece James, the team’s top goalscorer, and Romelu Lukaku, one of the best No. 9s in the world.

Chelsea will draw the Cristiano Ronaldo-led Man U. Man U has been in turmoil since letting their manager go. The Red Devils have lost three of their last four EPL matches with a minus-seven goal difference in those four.

D Harry Maguire, F Mason Greenwood and M Paul Pogba will be out per whoscored.com. Chelsea will be down N’Golo Kanté and Kai Havertz.

Chelsea vs. Manchester United: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 2:42 p.m. ET.

Money line: Chelsea -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Manchester United +450 (bet $100 to win $450) | Draw +330
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +112)

Prediction

Chelsea 3, Manchester United 1

Money line (ML)

BET on CHELSEA (-175).

Chelsea is the home team and should have a relatively healthy squad. The absence of MacGuire, Pogba and Greenwood and more important than that of Kante and Havertz, both of which will be more easily replaced.

Chelsea is 4-1-1 at home this season, and is currently on a tear through the EPL, having won five of the last six matches. The Blues are the deeper and more talented side, and they’re playing like it.

They’ve given up just four goals on the season as well. While Ronaldo should be in the lineup, Man U is without Greenwood, a key goal-scoring threat, and its best midfielder.

That’s just too much to overcome, and at -175, Chelsea actually has good value.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (-140) and potentially parlay the two suggested wagers together for plus-money value as neither are great returns separately.

That said, per whoscored.com, Man U’s total in its last four road EPL games has gone over 2.5.

With that in mind, Chelsea has been dominant offensively this season as well. The Blues have scored 30 goals in 12 games. Man U is tied for the third-most given up at the time of writing. The Red Devils have given up 11 goals in their last four games.

The Over is the smarter play here. Also, Chelsea is riding high off a 4-goal performance against Juventus.

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Juventus vs. Chelsea odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s Juventus vs. Chelsea odds and lines, with Champions League picks and predictions.

In a Champions League-packed Wednesday, Chelsea (1 win, 0 draws, 0 losses) visits Juventus (1-0-0). The match is scheduled to kick off at 3 p.m. ET at Allianz Stadium. Below, we preview the Juventus vs. Chelsea odds and lines, and make our best Champions League bets, picks and predictions.

Chelsea enters this match off of a 1-0 loss to Manchester City Saturday. While it’s still a top-tier side, it’ll be without star defensive M N’Golo Kanté after he tested positive for COVID-19. Otherwise, Chelsea should be at full strength and is the favorite in this match.

Juventus is also undefeated so far in UCL action after defeating Malmo 3-0 Sept. 14. At 2-2-2 in Serie A league play, Juventus has struggled to get much going since the departure of F Cristiano Ronaldo.

Juventus vs. Chelsea: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:05 a.m. ET.

Money line: Juventus +265 (bet $100 to win $265) | Chelsea +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Draw +210
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +133 | U: -170)

Prediction

Chelsea 2, Juventus 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to CHELSEA (+120) as the best value on the money line.

Despite playing a tough match Saturday and being down a top midfielder, it’s still the more talented side with the best forward, Romelu Lukaku, in this match. Juventus F Paulo Dybala has impressed, but the club’s defense hasn’t.

Allowing 2 goals to inferior Italian sides in each of its last couple of matches, Chelsea should be able to break through with the skilled Lukaku leading the way.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (+133) as the best value in this game. Losing a stud like Kante, who controlled the pace for Chelsea’s backline, is more concerning than most would imagine.

Having given up just 2 goals through six EPL games, Chelsea will be taking on a ferocious Juventus attack led by Dybala and M Manuel Locatelli. Juventus scored 6 goals in its last two Series A matches and put 3 on Malmo to kick off UCL action.

Chelsea will be down M Mason Mount as well; however, M Kai Havertz has stepped up in a big way for the club lately and F Timo Werner should also get some minutes. Both are capable of producing goals and should help a strong Chelsea attack.

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Chelsea vs. Manchester City odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Chelsea vs. Manchester City odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

In the premier EPL match of the weekend, Manchester City (3 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw) visits Chelsea (4-0-1). The match will kick off at 7:30 a.m. ET and will be held at Stamford Bridge. Below, we preview the Chelsea vs. Manchester City odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

This will be a battle of two of the best midfields in the world. M Jack Grealish, M İlkay Gündoğan, and M Kevin de Bruyne should headline Man City’s lineup.

Man City is coming off an embarrassing tie against Southampton. It gets its first real test of the season with Chelsea, although it lost to Tottenham to open the season despite threatening throughout the entire match.

Chelsea is coming off a dominant 3-0 win over Tottenham. Its lone test was a 1-1 draw against Liverpool in which it looked like the better side until a 45th-minute red card.

Both sides have allowed just one goal through five matches, an important note for this match.

Chelsea vs. Manchester City: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 11:55 a.m. ET.

Money line: Chelsea +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Manchester City +175 (bet $100 to win $175) | Draw +225
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +110 | U: -135)

Prediction

Chelsea 1, Manchester City 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW (+225) as there really isn’t much separating the two sides.

Man City looked like the better team in both non-wins, posting 16 shots and 64% possession against Southampton. The results haven’t been there, and on the road, I don’t think City comes out with three points.

However, I also wouldn’t bet on Chelsea to take down a side that’s given up just 1 goal on a quick counterattack against Tottenham.

The strength of the defenses should be clear in this match. The only real match we have to reference is Chelsea vs. Liverpool which ended in a draw. Two top-tier sides could easily end in a draw.

For this value, I’d lean that way for half a unit.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (-135) as both teams have elite defenses.

Chelsea has given up just 1 goal on a penalty kick to Liverpool F Mohamed Salah. Man City, who was playing Tottenham on the road to start the season, allowed a quick counterattack and was scored on.

Neither side has consistently shown weakness, and with two of the best goalies in the league between the sticks, I’d be shocked if either team can get to 2 goals Saturday.

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Tottenham vs. Chelsea odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Tottenham vs. Chelsea odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

In the most anticipated EPL match of the weekend, Chelsea (3 wins, 0 losses, 1 draw) visit Tottenham (3-1-0). Kickoff is set for 11:30 a.m. ET from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Below, we preview the Tottenham vs. Chelsea odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Tottenham’s 1-0 takedown of Manchester City has been the most impressive win of any EPL side this season, despite Chelsea entering the match as favorites.

The Hotspur’s sole loss was a 3-0 defeat against Crystal Palace, with all goals being scored after a Tottenham red card in the 58th minute. The loss sent them down the table to No. 7.

Chelsea entered the weekend tied for the top spot with Liverpool, Everton and Manchester United. They’re coming off a 3-0 defeat of Aston Villa and drew Liverpool 1-1 prior to that. The Blues are a dangerous side with a true No. 9 in F Romelu Lukaku.

Tottenham vs. Chelsea: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:41 p.m. ET.

Money line: Tottenham +410 (bet $100 to win $410) | Chelsea -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Draw +275
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +110 | U: -135)

Prediction

Chelsea 2, Tottenham 1

Money line (ML)

PASS on the money line.

Chelsea is the more talented side, especially with defensive specialists D César Azpilicueta and M Kante. However, on the road, this feels like a trap game.

Not discrediting Tottenham’s win over Man City, but that was their opponent’s first game with M Jack Grealish.

However, Tottenham has two of the most lethal attackers in the EPL with F Harry Kane and M Heung-min Son, both top goal scorers from a season ago. Son’s status for the game remains unconfirmed as he will be assessed prior to the match.

That’s why I’d bet BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (-101).

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (+110) as Lukaku and Kane are possibly the two best forwards in the EPL. With 3 goals, Lukaku is tied for the third-most goals in league action at the time of writing.

While Chelsea has given up just one goal on the season, the only other great attacking side it’s played is Liverpool. They allowed a goal there, and Liverpool had several opportunities for more.

If Tottenham doesn’t load the penalty box and play back as they did with Man City, expect a match that tops 2 goals.

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Aston Villa at Chelsea odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Aston Villa at Chelsea odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

Saturday in the EPL, Aston Villa (1 win, 1 loss, 1 draw) travels to take on Chelsea (2 wins, 0 losses, 1 draw). The match is set to kickoff at 12:30 p.m. ET at Stamford Bridge. Below, we preview the Aston Villa vs. Chelsea odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Aston Villa enters as a massive underdog, but it has been finding ways to get on the board this season. It has 5 goals through three games, with multiple goals in two matches. Twenty-nine-year-old F Danny Ings has been the offensive staple and is tied with many players with the fifth-most goals in the league with 2.

As for the favorite, Chelsea took down Crystal Palace to start the season then defeated Arsenal. It drew Liverpool 1-1 despite a red card to James at the end of the first half.

Chelsea is one of the most talented teams in the league, led by F Romelu Lukaku.

Aston Villa at Chelsea: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 8 p.m. ET.

Money line: Aston Villa +850 (bet $100 to win $850) | Chelsea -320 (bet $320 to win $100) | Draw +430
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -130 | U: +105)

Prediction

Chelsea 3, Aston Villa 1

Money line (ML)

PASS on the money line as -320 for Chelsea to win is just too pricey.

In the EPL, great teams can always slip up (see Man City against Tottenham in the opening weekend). Chelsea is the better side but not at more than three-to-one.

Now, I do like BOTH SIDES TO SCORe (+115) as both teams scored in every match thus far.

Chelsea has a terrific offense with M Christian Pulisic and M Mason Mount delivering balls to Lukaku; however, the former won’t play Saturday due to injury. One also couldn’t avoid mentioning how well M Kai Havertz has played this season.

Aston Villa has the seventh-most goals in the EPL, so it clearly has an attack capable of producing.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the OVER 2.5 (-130) as the best value in this match.

Chelsea, behind Mount and Lukaku, has a terrific attack. It scored 3 goals against Crystal Palace with each of the other matches hitting at least two totals goals and the same can be said for Aston Villa. It totaled 2 goals in two matches and five in the other.

Expect the Over 2.5 to hit as the top offenses have consistently performed well this season.

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English Premier League: Chelsea at Liverpool odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Chelsea at Liverpool odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

In the most-anticipated match of the EPL weekend, Chelsea (2 wins, 0 losses, 0 draws) visits Liverpool (2-0-0) Saturday. The match is set to kickoff at 12:30 p.m. ET at Anfield. Below, we preview the Chelsea vs. Liverpool odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

With the return of F Romelu Lukaku, Chelsea has looked unstoppable. Currently sitting third in the EPL, it has yet to concede a goal so far this season.

Chelsea defeated Crystal Palace to kick off the season then took down a short-handed Arsenal 2-0. However, this challenge will be a completely different beast. Liverpool is also undefeated and is yet to give up a goal.

Liverpool thrashed recently-promoted Norwich City and then took down Burnley, so neither side has truly shown what it’s capable of. Despite being an early-season match, this will be much-watch EPL action.

Chelsea at Liverpool: Odds, picks and predictions

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 4:25 p.m. ET.

Money line: Chelsea +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Liverpool +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Draw +230
Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +100 | U: -125)

Prediction

Liverpool 1, Chelsea 1

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the DRAW (+230) as these teams are both coming in hot and should have a highly competitive battle.

Winger Mason Mount looked to set up Lukaku very well, and that duo should be dynamic in the attack. American winger Christian Pulisic will be sidelined.

For Liverpool, expect F Sadio Mane and F Mohamed Salah both to have an impact, but given the defensive presence also in this match, the elite attackers should be held in check in terms of a multitude of goals being scored.

Both sides are among the best in the EPL. With both teams surging offensively, the -140 to get BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE also offers good value.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET on the UNDER 2.5 (-125) as neither side has given up a goal this season. While there’s no denying the offensive side of both teams is above average, last season’s matchups tell us the Under is the better bet.

While we can talk about the offense all day, neither side has given up a goal. Chelsea D César Azpilicueta and Liverpool M Naby Keïta both rank in the top five in tackles.

With veteran goalies and D Virgil van Dijk, arguably the best defender in the world, expected to play, the Under is the easy bet. The two teams combined for 3 goals in their last two meetings.

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