No games this weekend, but no harm discussing the next round (13th/14th Sep). Fixtures and odds are as follows:
Arsenal x1.40 Vs Nottingham Forest x7.00; Draw x4.60
Bournemouth x2.35 Vs Brighton x2.75; Draw x3.50
Crystal Palace x1.62 Vs Sunderland x5.25; Draw x3.80
Everton x2.45 Vs Aston Villa x2.80; Draw x3.25
Fulham x1.90 Vs Leeds United x3.90; Draw x3.50
Newcastle United x1.44 Vs Wolves x6.50; Draw x4.50
West Ham x3.25 Vs Tottenham x2.10; Draw x3.50
Brentford x4.25 Vs Chelsea x1.75; Draw x3.80
Burnley x8.50 Vs Liverpool x1.32; Draw x5.25
Manchester City x1.70 Vs Manchester United x4.30; Draw x4.00
I don't think I'm the only one who thinks the Manchester derby would be the most interesting one.
Man City is a favourite, but clearly both teams are underperforming, and that game will be very important for boosting players' morale and pleasing the fans. There's a lot at stake for both managers.
The Citizens are the favourite and the odds seemfair, but I'm not sure if I trust them enough to place a bet on them.
City are rubbish. The paradox is that even when playing against United you can't bet on them. I'd rather bet on United because if the result is completely random then it's better to choose a higher coefficient.
I like the bet on Liverpool. 32% seems like a good return for a single bet. Liverpool, despite their defensive problems, are very strong and this is a game against a clear underdog.
A bet on Arsenal also seems profitable, Nottingham is not what it was at the beginning of last season, and Arsenal must win to stay in the race.