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Chelsea vs. Arsenal odds, picks and predictions

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

Chelsea (6 wins, 3 losses, 3 draws) will welcome Arsenal (10-1-1) to Stamford Bridge Sunday. Kickoff is set for 7 a.m. ET. Below, we preview Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Chelsea vs. Arsenal odds, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

With Manchester City taking over 1st place by a point with a 2-1 win over Fulham on Saturday, Arsenal will look to get back atop the table. The Reds have been outstanding so far this season and are the lone team with under 2 combined losses and draws.

Five players have 3 or more goals for Arsenal with F Gabriel Jesus and M Martinelli leading the team with 5 each. D Oleksandr Zinchenko is the only notable player for Arsenal ruled out for this match.

Unfortunately for Chelsea, it will be down several key pieces like M N’Golo Kante and D Reece James. Both were instrumental in their top-tier defense a season ago.

Chelsea averages 1.42 goals per game and allows 1.25, but they have had more expected goals against which displays just where they’re at as a club. F Raheem Sterling and F Kai Havertz lead Chelsea, each having scored 3 goals.

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Chelsea vs. Arsenal odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 10:49 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Chelsea +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Arsenal +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Draw +235
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Prediction

Arsenal 3, Chelsea 1

Moneyline (ML)

BET ARSENAL (+160).

Simply put, Arsenal is the better and healthier side, and that combination, despite being on the road, should be too much for Chelsea.

The Reds lost to Man City on the road, but they have beaten Tottenham and Liverpool this season. They’ve scored 2.5 goals per game and are even 4-1-1 on the road.

Chelsea is unbeaten at home, but they haven’t played a top-tier side with their best performances a 2-2 draw against Tottenham and 1-1 draw against Man U. In 2 of their 5 home matches (West Ham and Leicester City), Chelsea had fewer expected goals.

Couple it all together, and I’d back Arsenal as the more dynamic, talented squad.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-110).

Chelsea has played 5 home games in the EPL, and in 4 of those, they have gone over this total. In 8 of their games throughout all competitions, they have gone over this total in 6.

With a few key defenders missing, the Arsenal attack, which is averaging 2.5 goals per game should have no problem getting loose. Arsenal has gone over this total in 3 of their last 4 road EPL matches.

Both teams should want this match to be played at a high pace, and I expect at least 3 goals to be scored.

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Manchester United vs. Liverpool odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Manchester United vs. Liverpool odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

Manchester United (0 wins, 2 losses, 0 draws) welcomes Liverpool (0-0-2) Monday to Old Trafford with kickoff set for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Manchester United vs. Liverpool odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Both teams have started this season extremely disappointing. Liverpool has 2 draws after finishing 2nd in the league last season. They did lose star F Sadio Mane this offseason.

Liverpool drew Fulham 2-2 and then Crystal Palace 1-1. Liverpool did beat Manchester City 3-1 on July 30 to win the Community Shield which does showcase the potential this squad has.

As for Manchester United, they seem to be imploding. United has lost their first 2 games and were absolutely destroyed by Brentford their last time on the pitch.

They lost 4-0 to Brentford and 2-1 to Brighton. Despite having superstar F Cristiano Ronaldo, United has actually yet to score as their lone goal was technically an own goal.

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Manchester United vs. Liverpool odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:01 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Manchester United +370 (bet $100 to win $370) | Liverpool -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Draw +340
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -205 | U: +155)

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Prediction

Liverpool 2, Manchester United 0

Money line (ML)

PASS.

These money line odds are nasty, and mainly because Liverpool doesn’t feel that much better than United, especially on the road. Similarly, betting on United just feels like a waste of money at this point.

I would personally stay far away from betting either side here as both are just not proven enough so far this season.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+155).

When it rains, it pours, and that’s how it felt watching United against Brentford.

Brentford scored 4, but a few of those were on GK David de Gea. Those mistakes won’t be repeated. Brentford had just 1.8 expected goals. Man U has not scored a goal aside from Brighton’s own goal.

Liverpool had only 7 shots on target through the 2 games. Losing Mane is a big deal for their attack with F Mohamed Salah expected to carry a heavier load.

Also, Liverpool had one of the best defenses in the EPL last season and should limit the struggling Man U attack. Considering it all, and I like the Under 2.5 (+155) as the best value in this match.

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Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur odds, picks and predictions

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

In the 2nd week of EPL action, Chelsea (1 win, 0 losses, 0 draws) welcomes Tottenham (1-0-0) to Stamford Bridge Sunday. Kickoff is set for 11:30 a.m. ET. Below, we preview the Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Chelsea is coming off a 1-0 win over Everton in which it tripled its opponents’ expected goals. The home side lost F Romelu Lukaku this offseason, but did add Manchester City F Raheem Sterling.

Chelsea’s 30-year-old M Jorginho scored the lone goal in its opener. Having to keep pace with City, Chelsea will have a difficult challenge Sunday. It beat Tottenham all 4 times last season, twice in the EFL Cup.

As for the F Harry Kane-led Tottenham, it will also look to contend as one of the EPL’s more talented teams.

In addition to Kane, it is led by star winger Son Heung-min. Neither scored despite both getting 90 minutes in Tottenham’s season-opening 4-1 win over Southampton.

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Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur odds, lines, picks and predictions

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:33 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Chelsea +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Tottenham +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Draw +240
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Prediction

Chelsea 2, Tottenham 0

Money line (ML)

BET CHELSEA +125.

Man City and Chelsea have the 2 most complete rosters in the league. From the attacking to defense, Chelsea has skill all over the field, and at home against a team it beat all 4 times last season, it has great value.

Tottenham’s strong start to the season covered up Kane’s struggles as he had just 1 shot on target. Tottenham had success against both Liverpool and City last season, but Chelsea consistently had its number.

I expect a similar showing from the Blues in this battle. This will be a good indicator of where each team is as the new season doesn’t have a lot of matches under its belt.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (-112).

Chelsea had the 3rd-best defense in the EPL last season, while Tottenham had the 4th best.

Both allowed 40 or fewer goals in 38 matches. Chelsea brought back its 3 key defenders and has arguably the best center defending mid in the world (M N’Golo Kanté).

Tottenham may have won 4-1 last week, but there were just 2.0 expected goals. I would expect the experience to rival the Tottenham playmaking.

Considering each team’s strength, I’d play UNDER 2.5 (-112) here. Also Tottenham didn’t score in any of the 4 matches against Chelsea last season as 3 of the 4 went Under this total.

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Liverpool vs. Tottenham odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Liverpool vs. Tottenham odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

Liverpool (25 wins, 2 losses, 7 draws) welcomes Tottenham (19-11-4) to Anfield Saturday. Kickoff is set for 2:45 p.m. ET (USA Network). Below, we preview the Liverpool vs. Tottenham odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Liverpool is 1 point behind league-leading Manchester City in the table. Both teams have played 34 games and have 4 games remaining.

The Reds have 3 of the EPL’s top-5 scorers. F Mohamed Salah’s 22 goals leads the league, while F Diogo Jota (15 goals) and F Sadio Mané (14 goals) rank 4th and 5th, respectively.

Tottenham has a few superstars on their side as well. F Son Heung-Min is 2nd in scoring with 19 goals, while F Harry Kane is 6th with 13 goals. Manchester United F Cristiano Ronaldo (18 goals) is the only top-6 EPL scorer not in this match.

The Hotspurs need to come out on top to keep its Champions League dreams alive. They sit 5th in the table, 2 points behind Arsenal for a coveted top-4 spot.

Liverpool leads the league in goal differential (+64) behind an EPL-best 86 goals against 22 allowed. Tottenham has 59 goals and allowed 39.

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Liverpool vs. Tottenham odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Liverpool -220 (bet $220 to win $100) | Tottenham +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Draw +390
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +125 | U: -155)

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Prediction

Liverpool 3, Tottenham 2

Money line (ML)

PASS.

Liverpool (-220) to win outright is far too pricey for a battle against two top-4 teams. However, the Reds need to win this game, and I expect them to come out on top.

They drew Tottenham on the road 2-2 earlier in the season.

BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (-135) is a bit pricey, especially considering Liverpool has the EPL’s second-best defense.

Tottenham has scored in 7 of its last 9 matches, and it should find the net once in this battle.

Among these two angles, I like BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE (-135), however, the total (below) is my favorite play.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 3.5 (+125).

The value is here. The offenses are that good.

This match features 2 of the EPL’s top-4 offenses – as mentioned, Liverpool is 1st, while Tottenham is 4th – and 5 of the top-6 scorers.

While Liverpool’s defense is legit, it has given up 2 or more goals in 4 of its last 8 matches. Throughout all competitions, Liverpool has allowed 2 or more goals to top-4 EPL scoring clubs in 5 of 6 games this season.

Given the firepower that’ll be on display, OVER 3.5 (+125) is the best bet in this game.  At this value, it’s certainly worth a look.

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Chelsea vs. West Ham odds, picks and predictions

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

Chelsea (18 wins, 5 losses, 8 draws) welcomes West Ham (15-11-7) to Stamford Bridge Sunday. Kickoff is set for 9 a.m. ET. Below, we preview the Chelsea vs. West Ham odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Chelsea, which lost at home to Arsenal 4-2 Wednesday, needs to pick it up to keep a top-four spot and qualify for next season’s Champions League. Chelsea, winners of 9 of its last 12 overall matches, is in 3rd place on the EPL table with 62 points. Chelsea is just ahead of 4th-place Arsenal (60 points) and 5th-place Tottenham (58).

Chelsea has been led this season by its defense, which has allowed the 3rd-fewest goals in the EPL, allowing 27 goals in 31 games. F Mason Mount leads the team in scoring with 10 goals.

West Ham is led by a dynamic offense that averages 1.58 goals per game. A win here would propel West Ham to 6th on the table with as many games played as current 6th-place Manchester United.

West Ham is led by 25-year-old F Jarrod Bowen (9 goals) and has 4 other players with 5 or more goals. West Ham is allowing 1.3 goals per game and is just 6-7-3 on the road.

Chelsea vs. West Ham odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Chelsea -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | West Ham +490 (bet $100 to win $490) | Draw +340
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +115)

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Prediction

Chelsea 2, West Ham 1

Money line (ML)

PASS.

West Ham has lost 4 straight against teams ranked in the EPL’s top 6. While Chelsea has oddly been worse at home than on the road, I still don’t necessarily trust West Ham to do enough to earn a draw.

While I usually transition to both teams to score wager, neither truly has good value as both teams to score “yes” is -122 and “no” is -112.

I would lean to the “no,” but with Chelsea having given up 4 to Arsenal in Wednesday’s match, I can’t trust it enough to keep West Ham off the board.

Yet, Chelsea still has allowed just the 3rd-fewest goals in the EPL. For that reason, I’d prefer to just play the total.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET OVER 2.5 (-140).

Chelsea has been dynamic lately, scoring 2 against Arsenal. In its last 6 EPL games, Chelsea has scored 17 goals and surrendered 9. However, 2 of those games saw Chelsea yield 4 goals in each match. West Ham has more or as many goals as each of the opponents that put up 4 on Chelsea.

Also, both teams rank in the bottom 6 in tackles.

West Ham has had over 2.5 goals in 3 of its last 5 league matches. It has played a top-3 EPL defense 4 times, and 3 of those games have seen at least 3 goals netted.

While it’s certainly not a risk-free bet, it’s the best wager in this high-level battle.

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Arsenal vs. Manchester United odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Arsenal vs. Manchester United odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

Manchester United (15 wins, 9 losses, 9 draws) visits Emirates Stadium Saturday to take on Arsenal (18-11-3). Kickoff is set for 7:30 a.m. ET. Below, we preview the Arsenal vs. Manchester United odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

This game is important. While neither is anywhere close to the top of the table, Man U sits 6th with 54 points, just behind Arsenal, which has 57 points. Tottenham is 4th with 57 points as well.

The top-four teams in the EPL get to join the Champions League.

Arsenal is coming off a very impressive 4-2 road win over Chelsea Wednesday behind F Eddie Nketiah’s 2 goals. F Bukayo Saka and F Emile Smith Rowe, who each have a team-high 10 goals, scored as well. It snapped a 3-game losing streak in league play for Arsenal.

As for Man U, it might be coming in with a little less confidence after suffering a 4-0 loss Tuesday in a discouraging battle with second-place Liverpool. Man U did win last weekend 3-2 over Norwich City thanks to a hat trick by superstar F Cristiano Ronaldo, but Man U has lost 2 of its last 3.

Arsenal vs. Manchester United: Odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Arsenal +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Manchester United +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Draw +255
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +115)

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Prediction

Arsenal 1, Manchester United 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN to the DRAW (+255).

Sure, it looks like Arsenal is playing far better, but its most recent win is arguably more about the phenomenon regarding how bad Chelsea has been at home. Prior to that, Arsenal had lost 3 straight league games.

Those losses were to the 10th-, 13th- and 14th- place teams.  It lost to Man U 3-2 earlier in the season.

However, it’s hard to back Man U after its lacking effort against Liverpool. Plus, it recently lost to 17th-place Everton.

Neither team can necessarily be trusted is what I’m getting at, and if anything, I’d play a DRAW (+255) here.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET UNDER 2.5 (+115).

This is my best bet of the game, and there is good reason as well.

While Arsenal averages 1.53 goals per game, it allows just 1.2 goals per game. Four of its last 7 have gone Under 2.5 goals, and it actually managed a multi-goal game in just 1 of its last 6.

Its 4-goal performance against Chelsea was more about capitalizing on opportunities, as it scored 4 goals on 4 shots on target. That’s unlikely to be repeated any time soon.

As for Man U, it hasn’t scored in 3 of its last 5 and has gone Over 2.5 goals in just 2 of its last 5.

These teams have potent attacks, but at this value, I’d rather bet against them.

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Chelsea vs. Arsenal odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Chelsea vs. Arsenal odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

Chelsea (18 wins, 4 losses, 8 draws) hosts Arsenal (17-11-3) at Stamford Bridge Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 2:45 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Chelsea vs. Arsenal odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Chelsea will be playing its first league match since a 6-0 win April 9 over Southampton.

Since then, it beat Real Madrid 3-2 (failing to advance in the Champions League on aggregate) and Crystal Palace 2-0 in the FA Cup semifinal. Chelsea sits 3rd on the EPL table with 62 points in 30 matches.

It is led in scoring by F Mason Mount with 10 goals this season. Chelsea’s strength is its defense, which has allowed just 23 goals, the third-fewest in the EPL.

Arsenal hasn’t been the same since losing F Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The star forward was sent to Barcelona.

Following a 5-game winning streak, Arsenal lost to Liverpool 2-0, and it’s been downhill since, losing 4 of its last 5. F Bukayo Saka and M Emile Smith Rowe lead the club in scoring, both totaling 9 goals on the season.

Chelsea vs. Arsenal: Odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Chelsea -122 (bet $122 to win $100) | Arsenal +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Draw +265
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Prediction

Chelsea 3, Arsenal 1

Money line (ML)

BET CHELSEA -122.

The value on Chelsea here actually makes it worth a wager. Typically top-three EPL sides at home are too pricey. However, Chelsea at -122 makes sense. It is 7-2-5 at home this season.

Arsenal is 7-7-1 on the road. Chelsea defeated Arsenal earlier this season 2-0. Given the recent stretch of play for the road side, confidence should be near a season-low, having dropped to 6th on the table.

Throughout all competitions, Arsenal has played Chelsea, Liverpool or City 7 times. It has scored just 1 goal. The top defenses are a league above the rest, and Arsenal has struggled heavily against them.

Arsenal may also be down F Alexandre Lacazette, who missed the club’s game against Southampton.

All things considered, I also wouldn’t hate playing BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE -117.

Chelsea has scored in all but one game this calendar year. It’s allowed a goal in 3 of its last 5. Arsenal ranks 8th in the EPL in goals and could break down a Chelsea backline that looked flawed against Real Madrid.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN to the OVER 2.5 (+100).

Throughout all competitions, Chelsea has topped this in 4 of its last 5 and has gone over 3.5 goals in those 4 games as well. It’s risky, but that value (over 3.5 goals) can be taken at +250.

Arsenal has gone over 2.5 goals in 5 of its last 9 matches.

While I’d rather play the much hotter Chelsea-to-win value, the Over 2.5 (+100) is the lean here.

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Liverpool vs. Manchester United odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Liverpool vs. Manchester United odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

Liverpool (22 wins, 2 losses, 7 draws) hosts Manchester United (15-8-9) at Anfield Tuesday. Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Liverpool vs. Manchester United odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Liverpool has had a difficult last two weeks, playing 2 Champions League matches and also taking on Manchester City twice in that span. It was a successful 2-0-2 in those 4 matches.

F Mohamed Salah leads the EPL with 20 goals and F Diogo Jota (15) and F Sadio Mane (13) are in the top-5 as well. Liverpool also has allowed the second-fewest goals in league play.

Liverpool sits second on the table while the F Cristiano Ronaldo-led Manchester United is fifth. Ronaldo netted a hat trick in a 3-2 win for Man U last weekend and has 15 goals in 26 EPL matches.

Man U is 2-2-2 in its last 6. It lost 5-0 to Liverpool on Oct. 24, 2021, with Salah netting 3 of the 5 goals. Man U has scored 52 and allowed 44 in 32 EPL games this season.

Liverpool vs. Manchester United: Odds, lines, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Liverpool -270 (bet $270 to win $100) | Manchester United +670 (bet $100 to win $670) | Draw +440
  • Over/Under: 3.5 (O: +125 | U: -155)

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Prediction

Liverpool 3, Manchester United 1

Money line (ML)

PASS.

Liverpool hasn’t been beaten at home, but it does have 3 home draws in 15 league matches at Anfield. I wouldn’t bet on Liverpool to win outright at -270.

The value just isn’t there, and given the prior stats, it makes betting on Man U not wise either.

BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE at -133 isn’t necessarily worth the value either. Throughout all competitions, Liverpool has allowed a goal in 4 straight matches.

Considering Liverpool’s defensive dominance, the play for BOTH TEAMS NOT TO SCORE at -103 is the better side.

Liverpool has allowed just 22 goals in 31 games and didn’t allow a goal in 4 straight matches prior to taking on Benfica April 5. That’s the better value, but I’d PASS on both there and play the total.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN to the OVER 3.5 (+125).

Liverpool dropped 5 on Man U the first time these two teams played, and after a tiring two weeks, there could be a reason to believe the home side’s key forwards may get a rest.

If Salah, Mane, and Jota are in the starting lineup, I’d upgrade this to a full play, especially considering Man U gave up 2 to Norwich last weekend. Man U’s 44 goals allowed is the second-highest of any top-10 club.

Man U is weak defensively and Liverpool will expose those flaws.

On the opposite end, Man U has scored 3 goals in 2 of its last 4 EPL matches and has scored in 3 of its last 4 league matches. It has a capable offense that should be able to get at least one on the board.

Given the importance of this game for Liverpool’s place on the table, it should bring its firepower; however, I’d wait until the lineups are named to play this battle of powerhouses.

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Manchester City vs. Liverpool odds, picks and predictions

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

Manchester City (23 wins, 3 losses, 4 draws) hosts Liverpool (22-6-2) at Etihad Stadium Sunday. Kickoff for the season’s premier EPL match is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. ET. Below, we preview the Manchester City vs. Liverpool odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Manchester City is coming off a gritty midweek home win over Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League. City has won 3 of its last 4 EPL matches and sits in first place on the table with 73 points.

It has 70 goals and has allowed 18 on the season in 30 games. It is led by a powerhouse midfield behind M Kevin de Bruyne and M Jack Grealish. It has the league’s best defense.

Liverpool is coming off a 3-1 win over Benfica in its midweek UEFA Champions League match. Having a strong last few weeks, Liverpool is now rivaling City at the top of the table.

It has 72 points through 30 matches, having scored 77 goals and allowed 20. Liverpool is led by Mohamed Salah who has a league-leading 20 goals. Teammate F Diogo Jota sits in third place with 14.

Manchester City vs. Liverpool: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Manchester City +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Liverpool +245 (bet $100 to win $245) | Draw +260
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +110)

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Prediction

Manchester City 1, Liverpool 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN to the DRAW +260.

These two teams have completely different styles of play.

Man City operates through its world-class midfield and possesses the ball at an ultra-high rate. Liverpool works through its forwards who can take on just about anyone in the world and get through.

With that said, both teams have played moderately against other top-three clubs. Their lone matchup this season resulted in a 2-2 draw. City beat Chelsea 1-0 both times while Liverpool drew Chelsea twice.

There is little that separates these two, and at +260, playing a draw is a smart move as Man City’s money line value at +110 just isn’t overly enticing.

Over/Under (O/U)

LEAN to the UNDER 2.5 (+110).

The 2-2 draw earlier in the season and the elite offenses of both teams make the Over an enticing play, but considering there were a total of 7 shots on target and 4 goals in that event, a repeat event doesn’t seem likely.

Also, while Sala, Jota, and de Bruyne headline the matchup, Man City plays with possession on its mind and has allowed a league-low 18 goals. City has allowed multiple goals in just 4 games this season.

Liverpool has allowed the second-fewest goals and has one of the best defenders in the world captaining its backline in D Virgil van Dijk. It should be able to read and limit City.

Considering both defenses as well, I like the UNDER 2.5 (+110) at plus-money value.

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Arsenal vs. Liverpool odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Arsenal vs. Liverpool odds and lines, with EPL picks and predictions.

Arsenal (16 wins, 7 losses, 3 draws) welcomes Liverpool (20-2-6) to Emirates Stadium Wednesday. Kickoff is set for 4:15 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Arsenal vs. Liverpool odds and lines, and make our best EPL bets, picks and predictions.

Liverpool’s time to gain ground on EPL-leading Manchester City is now. This is a huge away game for the Reds.

They’ll be just 1 point shy of City with an equal amount of games played if they pick up the victory. Liverpool has won eight straight league games, a streak that dates back to a 2-2 draw at Chelsea Jan. 2.

It has played Arsenal twice in the EFL Cup semi-final along that span, drawing once and winning the other 2-0. Star F Mohamed Salah is doubtful for the Reds Wednesday, while Arsenal will be missing D Takehiro Tomiyasu.

Arsenal sits in 4th on the table with just 26 games played. It has scored 43 goals and allowed 29. Arsenal has won five straight EPL games and hasn’t lost a league game since a 2-1 defeat to Man City Jan. 1.

Arsenal vs. Liverpool: Odds, picks and predictions

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  • Money line: Arsenal +290 (bet $100 to win $290) | Liverpool -112 (bet $112 to win $100) | Draw +280
  • Over/Under: 2.5 (O: -140 | U: +115)

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Prediction

Liverpool 1, Arsenal 1

Money line (ML)

LEAN on DRAW (+280).

Arsenal gives up just over 1 goal per game this season and has conceded just 2 through two games against Liverpool in the two legs of the EFL Cup. It’s allowed just 4 goals in its last six EPL matches. The Gunners are playing at a very high level.

Arsenal is 10-2-2 at home, compared to 6-5-1 on the road. It has defended its home field extremely well.

The loss of Salah could also be more impactful than many expect.  He leads the EPL in scoring with 20 goals which are far above the league’s second-leading scorer, Manchester United F Cristiano Ronaldo, who has 12 goals this season. Liverpool’s league-best attack may struggle if Salah isn’t in the lineup.

Over/Under (O/U)

BET the UNDER 2.5 (+115).

Salah is doubtful, and both teams allow fewer than 1.2 goals per game. Liverpool has given up just 20 goals in 28 games — the third-fewest in the league.

Arsenal’s defense is playing at an equally-dominant level, and I expect both to shine on Wednesday evening.

Arsenal has gone under 2.5 in three of its last six outings while Liverpool has gone under in its last two league games.

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