As Premier League action heats up this weekend, football betting expert Jones Knows shares his insights on several key matchups, offering predictions and betting tips for fans and punters alike.
In the clash between Brighton and Everton on Saturday at 3 PM, Brighton stands at 17/20 with Sky Bet, but Knows urges caution. The Seagulls have struggled, managing just one win in their last 10 league games. Their gameplay flourishes when opponents engage high, but they falter against teams that defend compactly. Everton, now under David Moyes, is expected to adopt this strategy, leading Knows to favor the away win at 3/1. He predicts a score of 1-2 in favor of Everton.
Leeds hosts Arsenal at Elland Road, where the stakes are high for the Gunners, who must manage their emotional responses in this demanding environment. Although they are favored at 8/15 to win, Knows believes Arsenal’s current mental state makes them vulnerable. He recommends considering a double chance for Leeds at 6/4, predicting a score of 1-1.
Wolves welcome Bournemouth, and Knows points out that the betting market may be underestimating Wolves. Bournemouth’s previous matches have seen high-scoring affairs, but Knows argues that the tactical setup at Molineux will likely yield fewer goals. He suggests betting on under 2.5 goals at odds of 11/10, with a prediction of 1-0 for Wolves.
Later on Saturday, Chelsea faces West Ham, a London derby rich in rivalry. A specific matchup between Marc Cucurella and Jarrod Bowen could lead to multiple cards being shown. Knows identifies Cucurella, who has been shown consecutive bookings, as a solid bet at 100/30 to receive a card. He predicts a thrilling 2-2 draw.
On Sunday, Liverpool takes on Newcastle in a matchup that could see tactical adjustments due to player absences for Liverpool. If Wataru Endo steps in as right-back, Knows anticipates he’ll struggle against Newcastle’s pacey players, particularly Anthony Gordon. He suggests backing Endo to be carded at 5/2, with a 2-1 score prediction in favor of Liverpool.
Aston Villa faces Brentford, and Knows finds Villa’s odds of 21/20 to win very appealing given their excellent form—43 points from their last 18 matches. He expects them to continue their strong performance, predicting a 2-0 victory.
Manchester United takes on Fulham, where Harry Maguire’s threat on set-pieces could prove lucrative at 7/1 to score. Knows believes his renewed confidence will translate into offensive opportunities, with a score prediction of 2-1.
In a crucial relegation battle, Nottingham Forest meets Crystal Palace, a fixture charged with emotion following previous legal disputes. Knows highlights Ismaila Sarr’s ability to draw fouls and expects Neco Williams to be carded at 100/30, predicting a tightly contested 1-1 draw.
The final match of the weekend sees Tottenham face Manchester City. Spurs’ historical success against City, combined with their unpredictable current form, leads Knows to suggest looking at Dominic Solanke to score at 11/4 as a promising bet, predicting a 2-2 finish.
Lastly, Sunderland hosts Burnley on Monday, having maintained an unbeaten home record this season. However, Knows advises caution, particularly in light of Granit Xhaka’s absence, suggesting Burnley at 19/5 is a notable bet. He predicts this streak could come to an end with a score of 1-2 in favor of Burnley.
As a summary of Jones Knows’ best bets: a treble including Cucurella to be carded, Aston Villa to win, and Neco Williams to be carded stands at 36/1 with Sky Bet, while additional bets on Endo to be carded and Maguire to score offer enticing value as well.