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Football | Thursday, August 11, 2022 6:36 PM (Revised at: Saturday, August 13, 2022 10:40 PM)

Premier League Best Bets Aug 13-15: Four Value Picks for Matchday 2

Premier League Best Bets Aug 13-15: Four Value Picks for Matchday 2
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We’re back with more Premier League best bets ahead of matchday 2 in England. The opening weekend is over and we’re now into the thick of things in England’s top flight. These picks look at four matches over the three days including the biggest fixture this weekend, Chelsea vs Tottenham on Sunday.

In this article:


Brentford vs Manchester United Preview

Saturday, August 13th, 17:30 (UK)

Saturday’s late kickoff sees a troubled Manchester United travel to the capital to take on Brentford. United lost to Brighton on the opening day but will hope for a return to winning ways here. They’ve not lost to Brentford in the league since the 1936-37 season. The Bees will aim to end that streak in front of their home fans after coming back from two goals down to snatch a point from Leicester last weekend.

Erik ten Hag has a big job on his hands. Defeat on the opening day means Manchester United have now lost three consecutive matches in the Premier League. They haven’t lost four in a row since the 1970s. The Red Devils are even worse on the road. They’ve lost their last six consecutive away games. They haven’t lost more in a row for over 85 years.

That will give the Bees some confidence. They’ve won their opening home match in each of their last two seasons including that 2-0 win over Arsenal last year. They also ended last season in good shape. Brentford have only lost three of their last 12 Premier League matches – although one of them was against United.

Brentford vs Manchester United Best Bet

There are a couple of different angles I looked at here. Over on goals is one of them with the line currently set at 2.5. That seems a little low considering how open the matches were between these sides last season.

Instead, I’m backing the hosts. Brentford have half a goal from the bookies in the Asian line here. We’ve seen those odds shorten and I did consider backing it. However, I’m going even further and looking at the 1X2. I haven’t seen anything from Manchester United to suggest they’ll turn this around any time soon. Things may need to get worse before they get better at Old Trafford.

  • Selection: Brentford to Win
  • Best Odds: 4.00 (bet365)
  • Stakes: 3/10

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Nottingham Forest vs West Ham Preview

Sunday, August 14th, 14:00 (UK)

Match two sees Nottingham Forest’s first home match in the English top flight since a 1-0 win over Leicester City in 1999. They haven’t faced West Ham United in any competition since a 5-0 rout for the Reds in an FA Cup match back in 2014. A similar result here would go down well with the City faithful.

Both these sides sit in the relegation zone without a point after the opening weekend. Forest lost away at Newcastle while the Hammers went down 2-0 to the champions, Manchester City. It was a weekend to forget for both teams. These two sides sit bottom of the Premier League table when it comes to chances created this season. The Hammers had six shots against Man City while Forest could only muster five against the Magpies.

Nottingham Forest vs West Ham Best Bet

I expect an immediate improvement from the hosts. The City Ground will be right behind this Forest team on Sunday for their first top-flight home match for over 20 years. The bookies expect a Hammers win with the Asian handicap line set at -0.5 for Moyes’ men.

The inverse of that is just too tempting to turn down. Forest/draw double chance means that win or draw, this bet pays out. After all, newly-promoted sides have a strong record in their first home match of a Premier League season.

  • Selection: Nottingham Forest/Draw Double Chance (TRACKED BET)
  • Best Odds: 2.00 (Paddy Power)
  • Stakes: 8/10

More Nottingham Forest vs West Ham Tips


Chelsea vs Tottenham Preview

Sunday, August 14th, 16:30 (UK)

It’s a homecoming for Antonio Conte as the Italian brings his Tottenham side to Stamford Bridge. Conte won the Premier League title with Chelsea but now manages a Spurs side in the ascendancy. They won 4-1 on the opening day despite going a goal behind against Southampton. This much-changed Chelsea side won 1-0 at Everton but this represents a big test for both teams.

The Blues finished three points and one place above Spurs in the Premier League last season. But it feels as if the power has shifted in the capital. Tottenham now look like the best side in London but this match will go some way to revealing that.

They don’t have the best record against the Blues. Spurs haven’t won any of their last seven Premier League matches against Chelsea. Ironically, the last time Tottenham won away at Chelsea in the league, Antonio Conte was in the dugout for the hosts.

Spurs picked up where they left off last season. They’re the form side in England right now. Since the end of March, Spurs have won the most matches, conceded the fewest goals and scored the second-most goals in the Premier League.

Chelsea vs Tottenham Best Bet

The bookies are expecting Chelsea to win this one. The Blues are the favourites given their fine record against Tottenham over the last few years. They’re at 2.15 with Spurs out at the best price of 3.30.

I just feel as if things are different now. Tottenham look great value to get all three points but I’m going to be a little more conservative given their recent record at Stamford Bridge. Tottenham +0.25 goals on the Asian handicap market represents the best value here. If the sides draw, you’ll get a half win.

  • Selection: Tottenham +0.25 Asian Handicap (TRACKED BET)
  • Best Odds: 1.93 (bet365)
  • Stakes: 8/10

More Chelsea vs Tottenham Tips


Liverpool vs Crystal Palace Preview

Monday, August 15th, 20:00 UK)

My final bet of the weekend focuses on Anfield. Liverpool host Crystal Palace in their first match of the Premier League season. The Reds had a tricky time against Fulham on matchday 1, escaping the capital with a 2-2 draw. They now host a Palace side eager to bounce back after that 2-0 defeat to Arsenal last week.

The Reds will be confident here. They haven’t lost a Premier League match all season long and have won each of their last 10 league games against the Eagles. Palace were once Liverpool’s bogey side. The Eagles won three consecutive matches at Anfield until 2017. They’ve since lost five in a row.

Liverpool vs Crystal Palace Best Bet

I think the goals market will carry the value here. The Asian goal line is set at 3.0 which seems a little low for a match at Anfield. Over 2.5 goals would have paid out in each of Liverpool’s last four Premier League matches. Meanwhile, both teams have scored in each of Palace’s last three games on the road. Liverpool will need a convincing result if they are to put last week’s disappointment behind them.

  • Selection: Over 3 Goals (TRACKED TIP)
  • Best Odds: 1.91 (bet365)
  • Stakes: 6/10

More Liverpool vs Crystal Palace Tips

Best odds available as at 19:00 on August 11th 2022. Odds may now differ.


What are Football Best Bets?

Our best bets are posted by some of the best tipsters around. These are our tipsters best value bets. A best bet can be placed on any number of different markets. The most common of which are 1X2, the Asian handicap, BTTS, and the goals markets. Value can be found in matches from leagues across the world. Be sure to follow bettingexpert for the latest best bets.


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