Liverpool vs Tottenham Odds – Gareth Bale Special

Liverpool v Tottenham – Monday 6^th February (Sky Sports 1, 8pm)

Liverpool take on Tottenham at Anfield tonight in a game that both teams are eager to win. While Spurs are looking for a win to get them to within three points of second placed Man Utd, Liverpool are looking to close the gap on the top four as they continue their quest for a Champions League qualification spot. Liverpool are the 23/20 favourites, with Spurs are priced at 5/2 to win their fourth consecutive match against their opponents, while a draw is available at 9/4. If Gareth Bale scores a goal at anytime, Paddy Power will refund all losing first/last goalscorer, correct score & scorecast singles on the match. The Welsh wizard has been in scintillating form recently, scoring three in his last two games for Spurs.

While Liverpool remain undefeated at home this season they have frequently struggled to convert their possession into goals and as a result have drawn seven of their 11 matches at Anfield. They do, however, head into the game in good form after recently booking their place in the Carling Cup final, knocking rivals Man Utd out of the FA Cup and then recording a convincing win away to Wolves last Tuesday. The Reds are also boosted by the return of striker Luis Suarez who comes back into the team following his eight match ban. After their last gasp defeat to league leaders Man City last month Tottenham looked to be out of the running for title but recent results mean that a win tonight will put them right back in contention. They thrashed Liverpool 4-0 back in September and will be confident of returning to London with the three points.

Luis Suarez has been installed as the 11/2 favourite to open the scoring on his return. The in-form Craig Bellamy can be backed at 7/1, Andy Carroll at 15/2 and Steven Gerrard at 8/1. Dirk Kuyt, who after a goal drought has scored two in two games, is available at 9/1 to score first. Tottenham’s Emmanuel Adebayor has been priced at 7/1, while new signing Louis Saha and Gareth Bale are available at 9/1, with Bale also available at 3/1 to score anytime.

Match Betting

• 23/20 – Liverpool
• 5/2 – Tottenham
• 9/4 – Draw

Correct Score Odds

• 13/2 – Liverpool 1-0
• 9/1 – Liverpool 2-0
• 7/1 – Liverpool 2-1
• 18/1 – Liverpool 3-0
• 14/1 – Liverpool 3-1
• 22/1 – Liverpool 3-2

• 10/1 – Tottenham 1-0
• 17/1 – Tottenham 2-0
• 10/1 – Tottenham 2-1
• 45/1 – Tottenham 3-0
• 25/1 – Tottenham 3-1
• 30/1 – Tottenham 3-2

• 9/1 – Draw 0-0
• 11/2 – Draw 1-1
• 11/1 – Draw 2-2

First Goalscorer Odds

• 11/2 – Luis Suarez
• 7/1 – Craig Bellamy
• 7/1 – Emmanuel Adebayor
• 15/2 – Andy Carroll
• 8/1 – Steven Gerrard
• 8/1 – Jermain Defoe
• 9/1 – Dirk Kuyt
• 9/1 – Gareth Bale
• 9/1 – Rafael van der Vaart
• 9/1 – Louis Saha

Odds supplied by Paddy Power

Chelsea vs Man Utd Betting – Penalty Special With Paddy Power

Chelsea v Man Utd – Sunday 5th February (Sky Sports 1, 4pm)

In recent seasons Chelsea vs Man Utd would have been billed as one of the matches of the season, pitting together two teams fighting it out for the Premier League title. While Sir Alex Ferguson’s men are currently competing for an unprecedented 20^th league crown, Chelsea are fighting just to keep their place in the top four. After a difficult few months Chelsea will be desperate for a confidence boosting win against their rivals and are the 6/4 favourites to do just that, while United are available at 15/8, with a draw priced at 9/4. If a penalty is scored in this match Paddy Power will refund all losing first/last goalscorer, correct score & scorecast singles.

Chelsea have been sluggish of late with costly back-to-back draws against Norwich and Swansea allowing the likes of Newcastle and Liverpool to close the gap. Their main aim this season is finishing in the top four for the tenth consecutive season but they certainly have a fight on their hands. Defeats at home to Arsenal, Liverpool and most recently Aston Villa highlight how Stamford Bridge is not the fortress it once was. Meanwhile Unitedhave an excellent record on the road, winning eight of their 11 away games this season. They have got the better of Chelsea recently, winning the last four encounters in all competitions, including a 3-1 win at Old Trafford back in September.

Just over a year since the £50million arrival of Fernando Torres and the Spaniard has scored a pitiful three league goals and hasn’t hit the back of the net for Chelsea since October – that’s over 1,000 minutes of football. He will still be haunted by the absolute sitter he missed at Old Trafford but what better way to redeem yourself then scoring against United at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. Torres can be backed at 5/1 to open the scoring and 7/5 to score anytime. Juan Mata has been Chelsea’s stand-out player this season and is a tempting 13/2 to score first, with Daniel Sturridge is priced at 6/1. Wayne Rooney is expected to be back in the United starting line-up this week and has been handed odds of 5/1 to be the First Goalscorer. Javier Hernandez, who opened the scoring against Stoke mid-week, is available at 6/1, while Dimitar Berbatov has odds of 13/2.

Match Betting

• 6/4 – Chelsea
• 15/8 – Man Utd
• 9/4 – Draw

Correct Score

• 15/2 – Chelsea 1-0
• 11/1 – Chelsea 2-0
• 8/1 – Chelsea 2-1
• 25/1 – Chelsea 3-0
• 17/1 – Chelsea 3-1
• 22/1 – Chelsea 3-2

• 17/2 – Man Utd 1-0
• 13/1 – Man Utd 2-0
• 9/1 – Man Utd 2-1
• 30/1 – Man Utd 3-0
• 20/1 – Man Utd 3-1
• 25/1 – Man Utd 3-2
• 9/1 – Draw 0-0
• 11/2 – Draw 1-1
• 11/1 – Draw 2-2

First Goalscorer

• 5/1 – Fernando Torres
• 5/1 – Wayne Rooney
• 6/1 – Daniel Sturridge
• 6/1 – Javier Hernandez
• 6/1 – Danny Welbeck
• 13/2 – Juan Mata
• 13/2 – Frank Lampard
• 13/2 – Dimitar Berbatov

Odds provided by Paddy Power

Sunderland vs Norwich Betting – Grant Holt Special

Sunderland v Norwich – Wednesday 1st February (8pm)

Tonight’s match at the Stadium of Light between 11^th placed Sunderland and 10^th placed Norwich pits together two in-form teams who have ambitions of a top 10 finish. While Sunderland have had their season transformed since Martin O’Neill’s arrival, Norwich have continued to flourish under Paul Lambert. Ladbrokes have Sunderland as the 10/11 favourites for the win, while Norwich are well worth a bet at 7/2, with a draw priced at 9/4.

O’Neill has restored confidence and belief into his players and they now go into every match believing they can win the three points. Since his arrival he has made the Stadium of Light a fortress, winning three and drawing one of their four league home matches. When Sunderland travelled to Norwich back in September The Canaries recorded a narrow 2-1 win in what was the first ever Premier League meeting between the sides. Tonight’s match is likely to be another closely fought affair and there could well be goals due to the attack minded nature of both teams. Sunderland will be looking to take advantage of their opponents open play as it often leaves them vulnerable at the back, with Lambert’s men failing to keep a clean sheet away from home this season. A 2-2 scoreline at 14/1 could be a worthwhile bet, while Sunderland can be found at 7/1 to win 2-1. Norwich, who are priced at 12/1 to come away with a 2-1 win, haven’t lost away since the start of the December and have scored two goals in their last four games on the road.

Stephane Sessegnon is the 4/1 favourite to open the scoring. The Beninese striker has five goals to his name this season and has scored two in his last three league games for Sunderland, including the opener in their last league match against Swansea. Connor Wickham and Fraizer Campbell are available at 5/1 to score first, while Sebastian Larsson and James McClean can be backed at 8/1. Norwich’s main man Grant Holt has also been handed odds of 8/1 to open the scoring and if he does then Ladbrokes will refund all losing first goalscorer bets.

Match Betting

• 10/11 – Sunderland
• 7/2 – Norwich
• 9/4 – Draw

Correct score

• 6/1 – Sunderland 1-0
• 8/1 – Sunderland 2-0
• 7/1 – Sunderland 2-1
• 14/1 – Sunderland 3-0
• 14/1 – Sunderland 3-1

• 10/1 – Norwich 1-0
• 18/1 – Norwich 2-0
• 12/1 – Norwich 2-1

• 10/1 – Draw 0-0
• 6/1 – Draw 1-1
• 14/1 – Draw 2-2

First Goalscorer

• 4/1 – Stephane Sessegnon
• 9/2 – Dong Won Ji
• 5/1 – Connor Wickham
• 5/1 – Fraizer Campbell
• 8/1 – Sebastian Larsson
• 8/1 – James McClean
• 8/1 – Grant Holt
• 8/1 – Steve Morison
• 9/1 – James Vaughan

Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes

Everton vs Man City Betting – Edin Dzeko 5/1 To Open Scoring

The top four are all in action on Tuesday night as the Premier League returns to our screens. Many believe the title race is now just between the Manchester clubs although Tottenham will argue that they still have a chance of clawing their way back into contention. League leaders Man City travel to Merseyside to face Everton, while United welcome Stoke to Old Trafford. Spurs will be looking for a comprehensive win at home to basement club Wigan, while Chelsea face the tough task of overcoming Swansea at the Liberty Stadium. It promises to be an interesting night’s football and there is every chance that there could be an upset or two.

Recent domestic cup defeats to Man Utd and Liverpool could in fact be a blessing in disguise for City as it allows Roberto Mancini’s men to fully concentrate on the league as they continue in their quest to win England’s top prize for the first time since 1968. Meanwhile Everton head into the game craving a moral boosting win to spark their lacklustre season into life. The Toffees are currently languishing down in 14^th in the table and are without a win in four league games. However, they will be hoping that their progression through to the fifth round of the FA Cup at the weekend will spur them on.

Earlier in the season City beat Everton 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium courtesy of goals from Mario Balotelli and James Milner. It could well be a repeat scoreline on Tuesday, with City priced at 15/2 with Stan James to come away with a 2-0 win. They are available at 11/2 to win 1-0 and 13/2 to record a 2-1 win. Everton have a decent recent record against City, winning six of the last eight meetings before the start of the 2011/12 season, with City winning at Goodison Park just once since 1992.

While Man City have been scoring for fun Everton have really struggled in front of goal this season and have failed to score more than once in a league game since mid-November. Sergio Aguero has been installed as the 4/1 favourite in the First Goalscorer betting despite failing to score in the league since the start of January. Edin Dzeko could therefore be a more rewarding bet at 5/1, while David Silva has been priced at 15/2. Louis Saha and Tim Cahill can both be backed at 8/1 to open the scoring on Tuesday night.

Midweek Bonus Accumulators

• Man Utd, Man City, Chelsea & Tottenham All To Win @ 9/2
• Man City, Man United & Tottenham All To Win @ 21/10
• Chelsea, Tottenham & Liverpool All To Win  @ 3/1
• Man City, Man United & Blackpool All To Win @ 3/1

Match Betting

• 7/2 – Everton
• 5/6 – Man City
• 5/2 – Draw

Correct Score

• 10/1 – Everton 1-0
• 22/1 – Everton 2-0
• 11/1 – Everton 2-1

• 10/1 – Draw 0-0
• 5/1 – Draw 1-1
• 12/1 – Draw 2-2

• 11/2 – Man City 1-0
• 15/2 – Man City 2-0
• 13/2 – Man City 2-1
• 14/1 – Man City 3-0
• 12/1 – Man City 3-1

First Goalscorer

• 4/1 – Sergio Aguero
• 5/1 – Edin Dzeko
• 15/2 – David Silva
• 8/1 – Louis Saha
• 8/1 – Tim Cahill
• 9/1 – Denis Stracqualursi
• 9/1 – Victor Anichebe
• 9/1 – Adam Johnson
• 9/1 – Samir Nasri

Odds courtesy of Stan James

Soccer Sunday Specials With Paddy Power

Man City v Tottenham – Sunday 22nd January (1.30pm, Sky Sports 1)
Arsenal v Man Utd – Sunday 22nd January (4pm, Sky Sports 1)

On Sunday four of the top five teams are in action in what promises to be an explosive day of Premier League football. In the 1.30pm kick-off league leaders Man City host fellow title contenders Tottenham, which is followed by a battle between old foes Arsenal and Man Utd at the Emirates Stadium. If there are four or more goals scored, Paddy Power will refund all losing first/last goalscorer, correct score & scorecast singles on that match.

Man City simply have a flawless record at the Etihad Stadium this season, winning all ten of their home league games and scoring 31 goals in the process. However, as recent cup defeats to Liverpool and Man Utd have shown, they are beatable on home soil. Tottenham suffered a slight setback last weekend when they were held at home by an inspired Wolves side but they will no doubt be looking to bounce back and gain revenge for the 5-1 hammering City dealt them at White Hart Lane back in August. City head into the match as the odds-on 10/11 favourites, while Spurs are well worth a bet at 3/1, with a draw priced at 5/2. Sergio Aguero is the 9/2 favourite to open the scoring, with Mario Balotelli and Dzeko have both been handed odds of 11/2. With Emmanuel Adebayor unable to play due to the conditions of his loan, Jermaine Defoe could prove to be a good bet at 8/1 to score first.

Man Utd’s stunning 8-2 win against Arsenal at Old Trafford back in August was a truly astonishing result but instead of crumbling under the relentless pressure The Gunners have managed to bounce back and get their quest for a Champions League spot back on track. Arsene Wenger will be hoping that recent back-to-back league defeats haven’t dented their surge. United’s form has dipped slightly of late too with two league defeats in their last three games but as always they will be going for the win in order to keep on track with City.

United have won six and drawn two of the last nine meetings between the sides in all competitions, including two comprehensive 3-1 victories at the Emirates. Fergie’s men are the narrow 13/8 favourites, while Arsenal are available at 17/10 for the win, with a draw at 9/4. Robin Van Persie is the 4/1 favourite to open the scoring, while Wayne Rooney is priced at 9/2. In the past Thierry Henry has been a consistent thorn in United’s side and he can be backed at 6/1 to score first.

Man City v Tottenham Match Betting

• 10/11 – Man City
• 3/1 – Tottenham
• 5/2 – Draw

Correct Score

• 7/1 – Man City 1-0
• 17/2 – Man City 2-0
• 7/1 – Man City 2-1
• 14/1 – Man City 3-0
• 12/1 – Man City 3-1
• 19/1 – Man City 3-2

• 12/1 – Tottenham 1-0
• 20/1 – Tottenham 2-0
• 11/1 – Tottenham 2-1
• 55/1 – Tottenham 3-0
• 30/1 – Tottenham 3-1
• 30/1 – Tottenham 3-2

• 10/1 – Draw 0-0
• 6/1 – Draw 1-1
• 11/2 – Draw 2-2

First Goalscorer

• 9/2 – Sergio Aguero
• 11/2 – Mario Balotelli
• 11/2 – Edin Dzeko
• 15/2 – David Silva
• 8/1 – Rafael van der Vaart
• 8/1 – Jermaine Defoe
• 9/1 – Roman Pavlyuchenko
• 9/1 – Samir Nasri
• 9/1 – Adam Johnson

Arsenal v Man Utd Match Betting

• 17/10 – Arsenal
• 13/8 – Man Utd
• 9/4 – Draw

Correct Score

• 17/2 – Arsenal 1-0
• 16/1 – Arsenal 2-0
• 17/2 – Arsenal 2-1
• 30/1 – Arsenal 3-0
• 20/1 – Arsenal 3-1
• 22/1 – Arsenal 3-2

• 8/1 – Man Utd 1-0
• 14/1 – Man Utd 2-0
• 8/1 – Man Utd 2-1
• 22/1 – Man Utd 3-0
• 17/1 – Man Utd 3-1
• 22/1 – Man Utd 3-2

• 9/1 – Draw 0 – 0
• 11/2 – Draw 1 – 1
• 11/1 – Draw 2 – 2

First Goalscorer

• 4/1 – Robin Van Persie
• 9/2 – Wayne Rooney
• 6/1 – Thierry Henry
• 6/1 – Javier Hernandez
• 6/1 – Danny Welbeck
• 7/1 – Dimitar Berbatov
• 15/2 – CY Park
• 15/2 – Nani

Odds supplied by Paddy Power

Wigan vs Man City Odds – Adam Johnson Anytime Goal Special

Tonight’s Premier League clash pits together top of the table Manchester City against basement club Wigan Athletic at the DW Stadium. City are the overwhelming odds-on 4/11 favourites for the three points, while Wigan have odds of 8/1 to spring a shock win, with a draw available at 10/3. If Andy Johnson, who is in line to make his 100th career league start, scores at anytime during the match then Ladbrokes will refund all losing first goalscorer bets.

Man City’s have stuttered on the road recently, losing two and drawing two of their last four away games. Roberto Mancini’s men have also just suffered back-to-back domestic cup defeats to Man Utd and Liverpool. However, Wigan’s record of just one win from 10 home games is unlikely to worry them, with that sole victory coming all the way back in August. Furthermore, Wigan haven’t won in five league games and were recently dumped out of the FA Cup by League Two side Swindon Town.

City have won their last four matches against Wigan without even conceding a goal. They have hammered home scored 56 league goals so far this season, in contrast to Wigan who have mustered just 18. Sergio Agüero and Mario Balotelli can both be backed at 3/1 to open the scoring, although the latter is an injury doubt. Edin Dzeko has been priced at 7/2 and David Silva at 5/1, while Adam Johnson and Samir Nasri are both available at 7/1. Wigan’s Franco Di Santo, Hugo Rodallega and Conor Sammon may all be worth a bet at 9/1 to score first.

City look good value at 7/1 to come away with a 2-0 win, while a 3-0 scoreline is available at 8/1. Wigan have been delt odds of 16/1 to sneak an unlikely 1-0 qin, while a 1-1 draw can be found at 8/1.

Match betting

• 8/1 – Wigan
• 4/11 – Manchester City
• 10/3 – Draw

Correct score

• 16/1 – Wigan 1-0
• 33/1 – Wigan 2-0
• 20/1 – Wigan 2-1

• 8/1 – Man City 1-0
• 7/1 – Man City 2-0
• 8/1 – Man City 2-1
• 8/1 - Man City 3-0
• 10/1 – Man City 3-1
• 20/1 – Man City 3-2
• 16/1 – Man City 4-0
• 18/1 – Man City 4-1

• 16/1 – Draw 0-0
• 8/1 – Draw 1-1
• 20/1 – Draw 2-2

First Goalscorer

• 3/1 – Sergio Agüero
• 3/1 – Mario Balotelli
• 7/2 – Edin Dzeko
• 5/1 – David Silva
• 7/1 – Adam Johnson
• 7/1 – Samir Nasri
• 9/1 – Franco Di Santo
• 9/1 – Hugo Rodallega
• 9/1 – Conor Sammon
• 10/1 – Jordi Gomez

Swansea vs Arsenal Betting: Robin van Persie Last Goal Special

Swansea v Arsenal – Sunday 15^th January (4pm, Sky Sports 1)

Swansea host Arsenal at the Liberty Stadium on Sunday in what is expected to be a tightly contested match. Arsenal have dropped a few valuable points recently, while Swansea have continued to impress, losing just one of their last seven matches in all competitions. Depending on results elsewhere an Arsenal win could catapult them into the top four, while three points for Swansea may see them leap up into the top half of the table. Arsenal have been installed as the odds-on 7/10 favourites with Paddy Power, while Swansea can be backed at a reasonably priced 4/1, with a draw available at 13/5.

Swansea have a very impressive record at the Liberty Stadium since getting promoted, losing just once in nine league games. They have also managed to keep six clean sheets at home, letting in just three goals. Arsenal’s record on the road isn’t great. They have lost five times away from home this season and are certainly not as strong as they are at the Emirates. It promises to be an interesting contest and you feel if Swansea take the lead then they have a real chance of claiming the three points.

The exceptional Robin van Persie is the 3/1 favourite to open the scoring on Sunday and if the striker scores the last goal of the game then Paddy Power will refund all losing first/last goalscorer, correct score & scorecast singles on the match. Arsenal’s returning legend Thierry Henry was the hero against Leeds mid-week in their FA Cup win and is priced at 9/2 to score the game’s first goal. Theo Walcott could be worth a punt at 7/1, while Mikel Arteta is available at 9/1. Swansea’s top scorer this season Danny Graham, who bagged two goals at Barnsley last weekend, is priced at 9/1 to be the First Goalscorer, as is Scott Sinclair.

Back in September Arsenal narrowly beat The Swans 1-0 courtesy of a first-half goal by Andrei Arshavin. The Gunners have been handed odds of 11/2 to repeat that scoreline and 13/2 to come away with a 2-1 win. Swansea are available at 12/1 to win 1-0, with a 1-1 draw priced at 6/1.

Match Betting

• 4/1 – Swansea
• 7/10 – Arsenal
• 13/5 – Draw

Correct Score

• 13/1 – Swansea 1-0
• 25/1 – Swansea 2-0
• 14/1 – Swansea 2-1

• 11/2 – Arsenal 1-0
• 7/1 – Arsenal 2-0
• 13/2 – Arsenal 2-1
• 16/1 – Arsenal 3-0
• 12/1 – Arsenal 3-1

• 9/1 – Draw 0-0
• 6/1 – Draw 1-1
• 13/1 – Draw 2-2

First Goalscorer

• 3/1 – Robin Van Persie
• 9/2 – Thierry Henry
• 6/1 – CY Park
• 13/2 – Andrei Arshavin
• 7/1 – Yossi Benayoun
• 7/1 – Theo Walcott
• 8/1 – Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
• 9/1 – Mikel Arteta
• 9/1 – Scott Sinclair
• 9/1 – Danny Graham

Odds courtesy of Paddy Power

Newcastle v Man Utd Odds – Demba Ba 6/1 To Open Scoring

Newcastle v Man Utd – Wednesday 4^th January (Sky Sports 1, 8pm)

Newcastle welcome Manchester United to the Sports Direct Arena on Wednesday night. Following their bright start to the season Newcastle have wobbled of late, winning just one of their last eight matches. To make matters worse they simply have an appalling record against United, having failed to win in any of the last 18 meetings between the sides. The last time they tasted victory against Fergie’s men was over a decade ago in September 2011. The Magpies have also failed to beat a top-six team this campaign and have lost two and drawn one of their last three matches at the Sports Direct Arena. However, they do hold a not so secret weapon in Demba Ba who has been outstanding this season with 14 league goals to his name so far.

On New Year’s Ever United fell to a shock home defeat against then basement club Blackburn Rovers. Fergie no doubt handed out his players a right rollicking after that match, so expect the United stars to come out firing on Wednesday night. United remain the only unbeaten Premier League side on the road this season and have won their last five away matches. They will be looking to keep that record in tact and are the odds-on 8/11 favourites for the win with Ladbrokes, while Newcastle have been priced at 4/1, with a draw available at 5/2.

The shares have been spoiled in the last two meetings between the sides, with the teams drawing 1-1 at Old Trafford back in November and 0-0 up in Tyneside last April. Ladbrokes are best priced on all correct score selections in this Premier League clash with a 1-1 draw looking a real possibility at 7/1. United rarely lose two matches on the spin and after seeing their rivals City win against Liverpool they need the three points to draw level at the top of the table. United are available at 7/1 to come away with a 2-1 win, while Newcastle can be backed at 16/1 to win 2-1.

Wayne Rooney is expected to return to the starting line-up and he has been handed odds of 7/2 to open the scoring. Javier Hernandez is also available at 7/2 while Dimitar Berbatov, who has scored five goals in two matches, could be worth a punt at 4/1. The in-form Demba Ba, who has 14 league goals to his name this season, looks a good bet at 6/1 to open the scoring, with Shola Ameobi available at 8/1.

Match Betting

• 4/1 – Newcastle
• 8/11 – Manchester Utd
• 5/2 – Draw

Correct score

• 14/1 – Newcastle 1-0
• 33/1 – Newcastle 2-0
• 16/1 – Newcastle 2-1

• 11/1 – Draw 0-0
• 7/1 – Draw 1-1
• 16/1 – Draw 2-2

• 13/2 – Man Utd 1-0
• 15/2 – Man Utd 2-0
• 7/1 – Man Utd 2-1

First Goalscorer

• 7/2 – Javier Hernandez
• 7/2 – Wayne Rooney
• 4/1 – Dimitar Berbatov
• 9/2 – Danny Welbeck
• 5/1 – Mame Biram Diouf
• 5/1 – Federico Macheda
• 6/1 – Demba Ba
• 8/1 – Shola Ameobi
• 8/1 – Nani

Match Specials

• 6/1 – Demba Ba to open scoring
• 21/10 – Four or more goals
• 6/4 – Manchester Utd to win with 3 or more goals scored in the match

Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes

Man City v Liverpool Best Prices With Ladbrokes

Manchester City v Liverpool – Tuesday 3^rd January (Sky Sports 1, 8pm)

The Premier League’s most ferocious attack comes up against its sternest defence as the league leaders Manchester City take on Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium. City’s momentum may have waned slightly but they still top the table and have yet to drop points at home so far this season. Meanwhile, Liverpool find themselves in sixth place after a solid but not spectacular first half of the season. Bookmakers Labrokes have City as the odds-on 17/20 favourites for the win, while Liverpool are priced at 7/2, with a draw available at 23/10. Take advantage of the best prices on all correct score selections that Ladbrokes are offering on the key clash.

City have failed to win in their last two league games, not a major crises by any means, but it has proved that their bandwagon can be halted. Manager Roberto Mancini will be eager to get his side back to winning ways, and there’s no better place to do so then at the Etihad Stadium. City haven’t dropped points at home in the league since they were held 1-1 by Fulham way back in February 2011 – a sequence of 14 straight home league wins. On Tuesday they come up against a resilient defence which has conceded just 15 goals this season. Furthermore Liverpool have lost just one of their last 14 matches and have only let in more than one goal in a game once this season.

The previous meeting between the teams back in November ended in a closely fought 1-1 draw and that could be the way to go this time around at 13/2. It will be interesting to see how Liverpool’s defence holds up against Man City’s firepower but it must be added that City have failed to score in their last two matches. Mancini’s men are available at 7/1 to win 1-0 and 15/2 to record a 2-1 victory. Meanwhile, Liverpool are priced at 11/1 to sneak a 1-0 win.

Sergio Aguero and Mario Balotelli are both priced at 7/2 to open the scoring on Tuesday night, while Edin Dzeko is available at 9/2. Liverpool’s Luis Suarez returns from his one match ban to lead the line for Liverpool and can be backed at 7/1 to be the game’s first goalscorer. At 10/1 the in-form Craig Bellamy looks like a decent bet to hit the back of the net first.

Match Betting

• 17/20 – Manchester City
• 7/2 – Liverpool
• 23/10 – Draw

Correct Score

• 7/1 – Man City 1-0
• 9/1 – Man City 2-0
• 15/2 – Man City 2-1
• 16/1 – Man City 3-0
• 14/1 – Man City 3-1
• 28/1 – Man City 3-2

• 11/1 – Liverpool 1-0
• 25/1 – Liverpool 2-0
• 16/1 – Liverpool 2-1

• 10/1 – 0-0 Draw
• 13/2 – 1-1 Draw
• 16/1 – 2-2 Draw

First Goalscorer Odds

• 7/2 – Sergio Agüero
• 7/2 – Mario Balotelli
• 9/2 – Edin Dzeko
• 7/1 – Samir Nasri
• 7/1 – David Silva
• 7/1 – Yaya Touré
• 7/1 – Luis Suarez
• 8/1 – Adam Johnson
• 10/1 – Craig Bellamy

Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes

Premier League Money Back Specials

All 20 Premier League Matches – Monday 26th December to Sunday 1st January

Paddy Power are running a cracking money-back special on all 20 Premier League matches from Boxing Day until New Year’s Day. If there are 5 or more goals in any game, then Paddy Power will refund all losing first/last goalscorer, correct score & scorecast singles on that match. With the likes of free scoring Manchester City and Manchester United hitting the back of the net for fun recently there could prove to be an avalanche of goals during the festive period.

The top six teams have all been handed fairly favourable fixtures and they will not only be going all out for the win in their matches but they will see this as an opportunity to boost their goal difference, which could prove to be fundamental come the end of the season. League leaders Man City travel to West Brom on Boxing Day and then Sunderland on New Year’s day looking to add to their already mammoth tally of 53 league goals. Their fierce rivals Man Utd host Wigan and then Blackburn, which could also prove to be two high scoring games. Third place Tottenham visit Norwich and then Swansea where as Chelsea welcome Fulham and Aston Villa to Stamford Bridge, with all four games having the potential for goals. Elsewhere, Arsenal have home matches against Wolves and QPR, while Liverpool also have home fixtures, against Blackburn and Newcastle, and we all remember that seven goal thriller between Liverpool and Newcastle back in 1997.

Monday, 26th December 2011
Chelsea v Fulham, 13:00
Bolton v Newcastle, 15:00
Liverpool v Blackburn, 15:00
Man Utd v Wigan, 15:00
Sunderland v Everton, 15:00
West Brom v Man City, 15:00
Stoke v Aston Villa, 19:45

Tuesday, 27th December 2011
Arsenal v Wolverhampton, 15:00
Swansea v QPR, 17:00
Norwich v Tottenham, 19:30

Friday, 30th December 2011
Liverpool v Newcastle, 19:45

Saturday, 31st December 2011
Man Utd v Blackburn, 12:45
Arsenal v QPR, 15:00
Bolton v Wolverhampton, 15:00
Chelsea v Aston Villa, 15:00
Norwich v Fulham, 15:00
Stoke v Wigan, 15:00
Swansea v Tottenham, 15:00

Sunday, 1st January 2012
West Brom v Everton, 12:30
Sunderland v Man City, 15:00

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