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Arsenal vs. Manchester United & Other Midweek Betting Tips With BetKing
by Chike Nwoye
3 Dec 2024
See ehn, after Barcelona's nonsense over the weekend, we’ve decided to leave them alone until they sort themselves out. Imagine losing to Las Palmas of all teams.
The “almighty” Las Palmas! Anyway, this week, they’re off to face 6th-place Mallorca, and if they don’t behave, their chances of being LaLiga winners could take further hits.
We’ll dive into that game, preview Ruben Amorim’s big trip to Arsenal, and, of course, drop our bet predictions. But first, here’s how you can turn ₦100 into over ₦1 million this week. Stay tuned!
Our Picks:
- Arsenal to Win @1.48
- Mohammed Kudus Anytime Scorer @3.60
- Double Chance: Mallorca win or Defeat @2.38
- Kylian Mbappe Anytime Scorer @2.42
- Bet Builder: Liverpool to Win + Mo Salah to Score @3.00
- Double Chance: Brentford to Win or Draw @2.00
- Nicolas Jackson to Score @2.22
- Man City vs. Forest: Both Teams to Score @1.85
- Bournemouth vs. Spurs: Both Teams to Score @1.38
- Bayer Leverkusen to Qualify @3.10
- Milan to Win @1.33
- Lazio to Win @2.43
- Total Odds: 10,455.17
- Booking Code: 2U27TF
- Acca Bonus: ₦358,755.90
Arsenal vs. Manchester United
After cruising to a 4-0 win against Everton on Sunday, Ruben Amorim was quick to keep expectations in check, pointing out that Everton didn’t play as badly as the scoreline suggested. Now, the new Man Utd Head Coach faces his first big test as he takes his team to the Emirates. Since Erik ten Hag’s sacking in late October, United have gone seven games unbeaten across all competitions, racking up 19 goals. For context, they managed just 20 goals in the 13 games under Ten Hag this season. The improvement is obvious, but Arsenal awaits—a side that’s beaten United three straight times in the league and is eyeing a historic fourth.
United’s troubles at the Emirates aren’t new. Sure, there was that iconic win where David de Gea turned into a superhero with 13 saves, and Jesse Lingard busted out his signature dance after scoring at the other end. But reality bites—United have lost seven of their last nine Premier League meetings with Arsenal (W1, D1), giving up three goals in each of the last three. Arsenal, with Martin Ødegaard back and firing, looks sharp and ready. Despite United’s recent form, this matchup feels like it’s leaning heavily in the Gunners' favor.
Betting Tips
Leicester City vs. West Ham United
Ruud van Nistelrooy will lead the Foxes for the first time when West Ham visit. The Man Utd legend got a close-up view of the task ahead over the weekend as Brentford ripped Leicester apart with four goals. Considering his United stint included putting eight past Leicester as interim coach, fixing the defense will undoubtedly be priority number one.
West Ham didn’t have it any better this weekend. Arsenal ran riot at the London Stadium, scoring four times in the first 36 minutes, leaving the home crowd stunned. Late first-half goals from Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Emerson Palmieri brought a glimmer of hope, but Bukayo Saka’s penalty shut the door on any comeback. On the bright side for the Hammers, Mohammed Kudus returns from his five-game suspension and will be available for selection. Both teams are in rough shape defensively, but with Kudus fresh and fired up, he could be the difference-maker for the visitors.
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Newcastle vs. Liverpool
Nine points clear at the top of the Premier League table and 11 ahead of reigning champs Man City—life’s pretty sweet for Liverpool fans right now. Sunday’s statement win over Pep Guardiola’s side has Arne Slot’s dream start to the season rolling on, and some fans are already joking about dusting off the parade bus. Our Bet Builder of “Liverpool to win and Mo Salah to score” came through big, and honestly, we’re sticking with it. Salah’s record against Newcastle is something else.
Dating back to his Chelsea days, he’s unbeaten in 15 games against the Magpies, with 12 wins and 3 draws.
Along the way, he’s bagged 8 goals and 6 assists, including a standout three-goal contribution performance when they last met. Right now, it’s hard to see past this Liverpool side—they’re firing on all cylinders.
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Aston Villa vs. Brentford
Aston Villa are in a slump—eight games without a win across all competitions—and it feels like Unai Emery’s juju might need a renewal.
Last weekend’s loss to Chelsea was rough, with Villa managing just 35% possession and barely testing the keeper. This poor run has dragged them down to 12th in the table, though they’re still only four points off the top four. Normally, Brentford would be a team you’d expect Villa to beat, but with their form and the Bees’ knack for scoring—26 goals this season, same as Liverpool—it could be a tough outing.
Both teams finding the net feels like a safe bet, especially since that’s happened in 12 of Brentford’s last 13 matches across all competitions. As for the result, I’ve got Brentford avoiding defeat in this one—they’ve got the firepower to frustrate Villa all night.
Betting Tips
Southampton vs. Chelsea
Chelsea to win and Nicolas Jackson to score. That’s it. Those are the bets.
Enzo Maresca keeps playing down Chelsea’s title chances, but the results tell a different story. They’re sitting 3rd, only behind Arsenal alphabetically. Sure, closing the 9-point gap on Liverpool seems unlikely, but Chelsea has quietly gone about their business without the pressure of being labeled title challengers. And you get the feeling Maresca will say or do whatever it takes to keep it that way.
As for Nicolas Jackson, ever since Mikel Obi called him out, the man’s been on fire. You know what, Mikel needs to call out my bank account next because, God abeg…
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Manchester City vs. Nottingham Forest
When Pep Guardiola held up six fingers to the Anfield crowd as a response to a chant about him getting sacked, you could tell the man was feeling the heat.
Six losses and a draw in their last seven games—it’s been a brutal run for Man City. Forget the Premier League title for a second; they’re now staring down the possibility of missing out on Champions League football if this slide continues.
Things are so bad that even the prospect of Nottingham Forest visiting isn’t enough to inspire confidence among our online betting crew.
Here’s the thing: half of City’s league games this season have had both teams score before halftime, and they’ve managed just two clean sheets all campaign.
Not exactly the stuff of reassurance. Sure, if City finally picks up a win here, no one’s going to be shocked. But for me, the safer play is sticking with goals and BetKing has the best odds for that.
Betting Tips
Bournemouth vs. Tottenham
I’ve warned you guys about this Spurs team—they’re the kings of inconsistency. Beat Man City in the League Cup and Aston Villa, then lose to Galatasaray and Ipswich Town. Follow that up with another win over City, this time a dominant 4-0 at the Etihad, only to turn around and draw with AS Roma and Fulham. Honestly, they’re just unpredictable.
One thing I can count on, though, is goals. Spurs have scored in 18 of their 20 games this season, and 13 of those games have seen both teams hit the net. So, while I can’t tell you how their games will play out, I can confidently say you should expect action in front of goal.
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DFB-Pokal: Bayern München vs. Bayer Leverkusen
The big news in Germany is Harry Kane limping off before halftime in Bayern’s draw with Dortmund. The diagnosis? A minor hamstring tear that rules him out for a few weeks, starting with this massive DFB-Pokal clash against reigning champions Bayer Leverkusen. Leverkusen is on a four-game unbeaten run against Bayern—their longest ever—and head to Bavaria with no fear.
After snatching the Bundesliga title from Bayern last season, Die Werkself capped their campaign by lifting the DFB-Pokal, beating underdog Kaiserslautern in the final to go unbeaten domestically. Both teams are missing their star strikers: Harry Kane for Bayern and Victor Boniface for Leverkusen. But let’s be real—Bayern relies more heavily on Kane’s firepower, and his absence could hurt them more. I’m backing the defending champs to pull off an upset here.
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Mallorca vs. Barcelona
Let’s dive into LaLiga, shall we? We were feeling pretty confident about our weekend prediction when Barcelona hosted Las Palmas—only for them to disappoint us big time. I mean, come on, Barça had won 18 and drawn 2 of their last 20 home games against Las Palmas. Who could’ve seen that L coming? That slip-up means Barcelona’s lead at the top is now down to just one point, with Real Madrid breathing down their necks and holding a game in hand. Let’s not forget Atletico Madrid—they’re lurking too. With no wins in their last three league outings, Barça now heads to Mallorca needing a serious bounce-back.
But history? Yeah, we’re done trusting it. Mallorca hasn’t beaten Barcelona in their last 16 meetings (14 losses, 2 draws), but we’re looking at what’s happening now. Mallorca is punching way above their weight this season, sitting 6th in the table. They’ve pulled off some big results too—a home draw with Real Madrid and wins over Real Sociedad and Real Betis. My betting tips? Expect goals and don’t be surprised if Mallorca avoids defeat.
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Athletic Bilbao vs. Real Madrid
After three straight wins, Real Madrid hit the road to take on Bilbao at San Mamés, a fortress for most teams but not for Los Blancos. While Bilbao sits 4th in LaLiga and has their sights set on Champions League football, history isn’t on their side here. Real Madrid have left this ground unbeaten in their last nine visits (W7, D2) and are undefeated in their last 18 league games against Bilbao (W13, D5). That streak goes all the way back to 2015, when funnily enough, both Carlo Ancelotti and Ernesto Valverde were in charge of their respective sides.
Momentum feels firmly with Madrid right now, especially with Barça stumbling. They’ve got every reason to keep the pressure on at the top, and I don’t see that changing here. My bet of the day? Kylian Mbappé finds the back of the net as he builds on his performance from last weekend.
Betting Tips
Coppa Italia: AC Milan vs. Sassuolo
Milan have been on fire lately, scoring exactly three goals in four of their last five games. Now, they welcome Sassuolo, who are topping Serie B and aiming for a quick return to the top flight after last season’s relegation. Sassuolo have already taken out a Serie A side in the Coppa Italia, knocking out Lecce on the road, so they’ll be hoping for another upset here. That said, Milan’s attack is looking too sharp and ruthless right now to let this one slip. Sassuolo might put up a fight, but it’s hard to see them pulling off another shock against this kind of firepower.
Betting Tips
Coppa Italia: Lazio vs. Napoli
Lazio were flying high on a 7-game winning streak across all competitions before things came crashing down—a midweek home draw against Ludogorets followed by a loss to Parma. It’s the kind of football chaos that leaves you pulling your hair out. But hey, that’s football.
This Coppa Italia showdown is the first of two meetings this week, with the teams set to clash again in Naples on Sunday for a Serie A fixture. My take? Antonio Conte’s got his sights firmly set on the league title, so don’t be surprised if he rests some key players ahead of the weekend. For Thursday, I’m backing Lazio to grab the win, with Napoli bouncing back on Sunday.
Betting Tips
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See ehn, after Barcelona's nonsense over the weekend, we’ve decided to leave them alone until they sort themselves out. Imagine losing to Las Palmas of all teams.
The “almighty” Las Palmas! Anyway, this week, they’re off to face 6th-place Mallorca, and if they don’t behave, their chances of being LaLiga winners could take further hits.
We’ll dive into that game, preview Ruben Amorim’s big trip to Arsenal, and, of course, drop our bet predictions. But first, here’s how you can turn ₦100 into over ₦1 million this week. Stay tuned!
Our Picks:
- Arsenal to Win @1.48
- Mohammed Kudus Anytime Scorer @3.60
- Double Chance: Mallorca win or Defeat @2.38
- Kylian Mbappe Anytime Scorer @2.42
- Bet Builder: Liverpool to Win + Mo Salah to Score @3.00
- Double Chance: Brentford to Win or Draw @2.00
- Nicolas Jackson to Score @2.22
- Man City vs. Forest: Both Teams to Score @1.85
- Bournemouth vs. Spurs: Both Teams to Score @1.38
- Bayer Leverkusen to Qualify @3.10
- Milan to Win @1.33
- Lazio to Win @2.43
- Total Odds: 10,455.17
- Booking Code: 2U27TF
- Acca Bonus: ₦358,755.90
Arsenal vs. Manchester United
After cruising to a 4-0 win against Everton on Sunday, Ruben Amorim was quick to keep expectations in check, pointing out that Everton didn’t play as badly as the scoreline suggested. Now, the new Man Utd Head Coach faces his first big test as he takes his team to the Emirates. Since Erik ten Hag’s sacking in late October, United have gone seven games unbeaten across all competitions, racking up 19 goals. For context, they managed just 20 goals in the 13 games under Ten Hag this season. The improvement is obvious, but Arsenal awaits—a side that’s beaten United three straight times in the league and is eyeing a historic fourth.
United’s troubles at the Emirates aren’t new. Sure, there was that iconic win where David de Gea turned into a superhero with 13 saves, and Jesse Lingard busted out his signature dance after scoring at the other end. But reality bites—United have lost seven of their last nine Premier League meetings with Arsenal (W1, D1), giving up three goals in each of the last three. Arsenal, with Martin Ødegaard back and firing, looks sharp and ready. Despite United’s recent form, this matchup feels like it’s leaning heavily in the Gunners' favor.
Betting Tips
Leicester City vs. West Ham United
Ruud van Nistelrooy will lead the Foxes for the first time when West Ham visit. The Man Utd legend got a close-up view of the task ahead over the weekend as Brentford ripped Leicester apart with four goals. Considering his United stint included putting eight past Leicester as interim coach, fixing the defense will undoubtedly be priority number one.
West Ham didn’t have it any better this weekend. Arsenal ran riot at the London Stadium, scoring four times in the first 36 minutes, leaving the home crowd stunned. Late first-half goals from Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Emerson Palmieri brought a glimmer of hope, but Bukayo Saka’s penalty shut the door on any comeback. On the bright side for the Hammers, Mohammed Kudus returns from his five-game suspension and will be available for selection. Both teams are in rough shape defensively, but with Kudus fresh and fired up, he could be the difference-maker for the visitors.
Betting Tips
Newcastle vs. Liverpool
Nine points clear at the top of the Premier League table and 11 ahead of reigning champs Man City—life’s pretty sweet for Liverpool fans right now. Sunday’s statement win over Pep Guardiola’s side has Arne Slot’s dream start to the season rolling on, and some fans are already joking about dusting off the parade bus. Our Bet Builder of “Liverpool to win and Mo Salah to score” came through big, and honestly, we’re sticking with it. Salah’s record against Newcastle is something else.
Dating back to his Chelsea days, he’s unbeaten in 15 games against the Magpies, with 12 wins and 3 draws.
Along the way, he’s bagged 8 goals and 6 assists, including a standout three-goal contribution performance when they last met. Right now, it’s hard to see past this Liverpool side—they’re firing on all cylinders.
Betting Tips
Aston Villa vs. Brentford
Aston Villa are in a slump—eight games without a win across all competitions—and it feels like Unai Emery’s juju might need a renewal.
Last weekend’s loss to Chelsea was rough, with Villa managing just 35% possession and barely testing the keeper. This poor run has dragged them down to 12th in the table, though they’re still only four points off the top four. Normally, Brentford would be a team you’d expect Villa to beat, but with their form and the Bees’ knack for scoring—26 goals this season, same as Liverpool—it could be a tough outing.
Both teams finding the net feels like a safe bet, especially since that’s happened in 12 of Brentford’s last 13 matches across all competitions. As for the result, I’ve got Brentford avoiding defeat in this one—they’ve got the firepower to frustrate Villa all night.
Betting Tips
Southampton vs. Chelsea
Chelsea to win and Nicolas Jackson to score. That’s it. Those are the bets.
Enzo Maresca keeps playing down Chelsea’s title chances, but the results tell a different story. They’re sitting 3rd, only behind Arsenal alphabetically. Sure, closing the 9-point gap on Liverpool seems unlikely, but Chelsea has quietly gone about their business without the pressure of being labeled title challengers. And you get the feeling Maresca will say or do whatever it takes to keep it that way.
As for Nicolas Jackson, ever since Mikel Obi called him out, the man’s been on fire. You know what, Mikel needs to call out my bank account next because, God abeg…
Betting Tips
Manchester City vs. Nottingham Forest
When Pep Guardiola held up six fingers to the Anfield crowd as a response to a chant about him getting sacked, you could tell the man was feeling the heat.
Six losses and a draw in their last seven games—it’s been a brutal run for Man City. Forget the Premier League title for a second; they’re now staring down the possibility of missing out on Champions League football if this slide continues.
Things are so bad that even the prospect of Nottingham Forest visiting isn’t enough to inspire confidence among our online betting crew.
Here’s the thing: half of City’s league games this season have had both teams score before halftime, and they’ve managed just two clean sheets all campaign.
Not exactly the stuff of reassurance. Sure, if City finally picks up a win here, no one’s going to be shocked. But for me, the safer play is sticking with goals and BetKing has the best odds for that.
Betting Tips
Bournemouth vs. Tottenham
I’ve warned you guys about this Spurs team—they’re the kings of inconsistency. Beat Man City in the League Cup and Aston Villa, then lose to Galatasaray and Ipswich Town. Follow that up with another win over City, this time a dominant 4-0 at the Etihad, only to turn around and draw with AS Roma and Fulham. Honestly, they’re just unpredictable.
One thing I can count on, though, is goals. Spurs have scored in 18 of their 20 games this season, and 13 of those games have seen both teams hit the net. So, while I can’t tell you how their games will play out, I can confidently say you should expect action in front of goal.
Betting Tips
DFB-Pokal: Bayern München vs. Bayer Leverkusen
The big news in Germany is Harry Kane limping off before halftime in Bayern’s draw with Dortmund. The diagnosis? A minor hamstring tear that rules him out for a few weeks, starting with this massive DFB-Pokal clash against reigning champions Bayer Leverkusen. Leverkusen is on a four-game unbeaten run against Bayern—their longest ever—and head to Bavaria with no fear.
After snatching the Bundesliga title from Bayern last season, Die Werkself capped their campaign by lifting the DFB-Pokal, beating underdog Kaiserslautern in the final to go unbeaten domestically. Both teams are missing their star strikers: Harry Kane for Bayern and Victor Boniface for Leverkusen. But let’s be real—Bayern relies more heavily on Kane’s firepower, and his absence could hurt them more. I’m backing the defending champs to pull off an upset here.
Betting Tips
Mallorca vs. Barcelona
Let’s dive into LaLiga, shall we? We were feeling pretty confident about our weekend prediction when Barcelona hosted Las Palmas—only for them to disappoint us big time. I mean, come on, Barça had won 18 and drawn 2 of their last 20 home games against Las Palmas. Who could’ve seen that L coming? That slip-up means Barcelona’s lead at the top is now down to just one point, with Real Madrid breathing down their necks and holding a game in hand. Let’s not forget Atletico Madrid—they’re lurking too. With no wins in their last three league outings, Barça now heads to Mallorca needing a serious bounce-back.
But history? Yeah, we’re done trusting it. Mallorca hasn’t beaten Barcelona in their last 16 meetings (14 losses, 2 draws), but we’re looking at what’s happening now. Mallorca is punching way above their weight this season, sitting 6th in the table. They’ve pulled off some big results too—a home draw with Real Madrid and wins over Real Sociedad and Real Betis. My betting tips? Expect goals and don’t be surprised if Mallorca avoids defeat.
Betting Tips
Athletic Bilbao vs. Real Madrid
After three straight wins, Real Madrid hit the road to take on Bilbao at San Mamés, a fortress for most teams but not for Los Blancos. While Bilbao sits 4th in LaLiga and has their sights set on Champions League football, history isn’t on their side here. Real Madrid have left this ground unbeaten in their last nine visits (W7, D2) and are undefeated in their last 18 league games against Bilbao (W13, D5). That streak goes all the way back to 2015, when funnily enough, both Carlo Ancelotti and Ernesto Valverde were in charge of their respective sides.
Momentum feels firmly with Madrid right now, especially with Barça stumbling. They’ve got every reason to keep the pressure on at the top, and I don’t see that changing here. My bet of the day? Kylian Mbappé finds the back of the net as he builds on his performance from last weekend.
Betting Tips
Coppa Italia: AC Milan vs. Sassuolo
Milan have been on fire lately, scoring exactly three goals in four of their last five games. Now, they welcome Sassuolo, who are topping Serie B and aiming for a quick return to the top flight after last season’s relegation. Sassuolo have already taken out a Serie A side in the Coppa Italia, knocking out Lecce on the road, so they’ll be hoping for another upset here. That said, Milan’s attack is looking too sharp and ruthless right now to let this one slip. Sassuolo might put up a fight, but it’s hard to see them pulling off another shock against this kind of firepower.
Betting Tips
Coppa Italia: Lazio vs. Napoli
Lazio were flying high on a 7-game winning streak across all competitions before things came crashing down—a midweek home draw against Ludogorets followed by a loss to Parma. It’s the kind of football chaos that leaves you pulling your hair out. But hey, that’s football.
This Coppa Italia showdown is the first of two meetings this week, with the teams set to clash again in Naples on Sunday for a Serie A fixture. My take? Antonio Conte’s got his sights firmly set on the league title, so don’t be surprised if he rests some key players ahead of the weekend. For Thursday, I’m backing Lazio to grab the win, with Napoli bouncing back on Sunday.
Betting Tips
BetKing, the best betting site in Nigeria, offers you the chance to win big by betting on football tournaments like the English Premier League, Serie A and LaLiga. Join us today to get value for money. Try out the best betting app in the market and book a bet today to start your journey towards winning millions.