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Best Weekend Prop Bets: April 1st-3rd

We have outlined the best props bets for you as the Premier League returns after the latest round of international fixtures. Many of the players were in action for their countries as they kicked off their respective qualifying campaigns.

The business end of the club season is now upon us and it’ll be interesting to see how the teams handle the pressure. The relegation battle is heating up nicely and the title is still firmly up for grabs.

In this article:

Manchester City vs Liverpool Preview

Saturday, April 1st, 12:30 (UK)

The first game of the weekend is a big one. Manchester City welcome Liverpool to the Etihad with both teams needing the points for very different reasons. Pep’s side are hunting down Arsenal at the top of the Premier League, while Liverpool face a battle to qualify for next season’s Champions League.

This has been the main rivalry in English football in recent seasons. However, competing with the juggernaut that is Manchester City has taken its toll on Liverpool. Klopp will look to rebuild his team in the coming months as he looks to lead his side towards more silverware.

Manchester City vs Liverpool Best Bet

Manchester City are the masters of recycling possession and keeping their opponents under pressure. As such, their matches average the fewest throw-ins in the Premier League. City matches are seeing 30.11 throws per game this season. However, this goes out of the window when they face Liverpool.

Klopp’s men have been City’s sole challengers in recent seasons and love to press their opponents. The last five meetings between these sides are averaging 40.4 throws per game. There has been 38 throws or more in four of the last five head-to-heads at the Etihad.

Selection: Over 37.5 Throws In The Match (TRACKED BET)
Best Odds: 1.83 (bet365)
Stakes: 7/10

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Brighton vs Brentford Preview

Saturday, April 1st, 15:00 (UK)

Many consider these to be two of the best run clubs in the league. Their owners both made their money in sports betting but their friendship has since soured. They are level on points heading into the match but Brighton have played two games less.

The Seagulls have dealt with the loss of Graham Potter superbly in the months since his departure—the way De Zerbi has slotted in is a testament to how good the setup is at Brighton.

Brentford have also done extremely well. They have secured memorable wins over Liverpool and Manchester United in just their second season in the Premier League.

Brighton vs Brentford Best Bet

Brentford have been far more vulnerable on the road this season. They are conceding 15.62 shots per game on the road; almost two more per game than they concede in front of their own fans. Despite the Bees looking more solid at home, Brighton still managed 21 shots when they travelled there earlier this season.

Brighton are averaging 15.77 shots per game at the Amex Arena this season. They have played five matches at home (in the league) in 2023 and this bet has landed in four of them. The Seagulls are averaging 17.6 shots per game over this period

Selection: Over 15.5 Shots For Brighton (TRACKED BET)
Best Odds: 1.79 (Unibet)
Stakes: 7/10

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Chelsea vs Aston Villa Preview

Saturday, April 1st, 17:30 (UK)

These teams are level on points after 27 games. European football seems unlikely for Chelsea and Aston Villa. Both of these sides have also switched managers at some stage this season. They are both also on a four-match unbeaten run coming into this match at Stamford Bridge.

There is a new-found patience at Chelsea under Todd Boehly’s consortium. It’s fair to presume Graham Potter would have been dismissed under the previous regime but he is going to be given a chance to lead this young, talented squad into the next phase. Aston Villa have done reasonably well since appointing Unai Emery. The Villains look set to have a bright future under the astute tactician.

Chelsea vs Aston Villa Best Bet

Under Graham Potter, Chelsea’s league matches at Stamford Bridge are averaging 38.2 throws per game. He has been unable to fully implement the style of play he became renowned for at Brighton but his Chelsea side still aim to pester the opposition.

Aston Villa’s matches this season are averaging 40 throws per game. This has decreased to 38 per game since Emery took charge but there have been a couple of anomalies in this small sample that have dragged that average down. There were 44 throws when these sides met earlier in the season.

Selection: Over 39.5 Throws In The Match (TRACKED BET)
Best Odds: 1.80 (bookmaker)
Stakes: 5/10

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West Ham vs Southampton Preview

Sunday, April 2nd, 14:00 (UK)

West Ham have the home advantage in what could prove to be a seismic weekend in the relegation scrap. These teams are currently in the bottom three and just one point separates them.

Southampton have had three managers over the course of the season but the sackings haven’t had the desired effect. They are dead last in the league but the congested nature of the table means there is still hope. David Moyes has faced plenty of criticism this year and his club could be forced to make a change if things don’t improve quickly.

West Ham vs Southampton Best Bet

West Ham have been more daring in front of goal at the London Stadium in recent weeks. Their last three home matches in all competitions have seen them have 18, 17, and 18 attempts. They are averaging 14.38 shots per game at home in the Premier League.

Southampton have conceded 14 shots or more in two of their three away matches under Ruben Selles. The exception was the game against Manchester United when Casemiro was sent off in the first half. The Hammers had 21 shots when they faced the Saints earlier this season. The home side know how important three points are here and I expect them to go all guns blazing.

Selection: Over 13.5 Shots For West Ham (TRACKED BET)
Best Odds: 1.72 (bet365)
Stakes: 8/10

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Newcastle vs Manchester United Preview

Sunday, April 2nd, 16:30 (UK)

These sides contested the League Cup final in February. Manchester United recorded a routine victory as they lifted their first trophy since Jose Mourinho was in charge at the club. Newcastle will be out for revenge and the St. James’s Park crowd will make this a difficult match for the visitors.

Erik Ten Hag’s side is chasing another two pieces of silverware but still face a battle to make it into the top four. The Magpies are one of their main rivals for these spots. A win on Sunday would put them in a good position. However, Newcastle have been very hard to beat this season, particularly at home. Only Liverpool have managed to travel to the toon and win in the league.

Newcastle vs Manchester United Best Bet

The last meeting between these sides at Wembley saw 45 tackles in the match. While this match isn’t a final, it should still be contested with great intensity. Newcastle matches at St. James’s Park this season are averaging 34.54 tackles. The Magpies were a very different side last season but there were 35 tackles in this fixture.

Manchester United have already played 23 matches in 2023. They have a number of players who are keen to get a tackle in and these matches are averaging 38.43 tackles per game.The Red Devils’ away league matches in 2023 are seeing around 45 tackles per game.

Selection: Over 33.5 Tackles In The Match (TRACKED BET)
Best Odds: 1.90 (bet365)
Stakes: 8/10

Odds above via bet365 as at 11:00 on March 31st 2023. Odds may now differ.

Odds below via bet365 as at 10:00 on April 3rd 2023. Odds may now differ.

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Everton vs Tottenham Preview

Monday, April 3rd, 20:00 (UK)

Everton have won three of their four home matches under Sean Dyche. The Toffees have had a difficult run of fixtures since he took charge. They find themselves in the relegation zone on goal difference but have every chance of survival with Dyche at the helm.

Tottenham sacked Antonie Conte during the international break. This is Cristian Stellini’s first match officially in charge of the team and his side have an opportunity to break into the top four of the Premier League. Conte was dismissed after an outspoken press conference made his position untenable. Spurs are also having to contend with Fabio Paratici’s exit.

Everton vs Tottenham Best Bet

Dyche’s four matches at Goodison Park so far have seen an average of 44.5 throws per game. The required line for this bet has landed in all four of those matches despite the fact that one of the opponent’s matches (Arsenal’s) see the second-fewest throws in the league.

The last four league meetings between these slides at this ground are averaging 48 throws per game. All of these matches have seen 42 throws or more. Spurs’ away matches this season are averaging just under 36 per game, but the opportunity to get into the top four coupled with a new manager should help here.

Selection: Over 38.5 Throws In The Match (TRACKED BET)
Best Odds: 1.83 (bet365)
Stakes: 6/10

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