The life of a Premier League punter can be a rollercoaster, and we experienced that last week as we had our toughest showing to date, going 2-5 thanks to a couple of big dogs failing to dominate and a couple of underdogs failing to come through. But no matter, following yet another international break (don’t get me started) we go again for Matchweek 8, and we’re still sitting firmly in the black on the season.
2024 EPL Saturday Slate Best Bet Record: 30-20 (+5.27 Units)
All odds provided by Betway.
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Both Teams to Score | Total Goals |
| Tottenham | -209 | -1 (+120) | Yes (-200) | O2.5 (-275) |
| West Ham | +400 | +1 (+162) | No (+150) | U2.5 (+220) |
| Draw | +400 | +1 (+300) |
In the last nine matchups between these sides, we have seen three wins for West Ham, three wins for Spurs, and three draws, so a result bet here seems out of the question. Seven of the last 10 meetings have seen both teams score, and the same goes for five of West Ham’s last six overall and four of Tottenham’s last six as well.
Best Bet: Both Teams To Score - Yes (-200)
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Both Teams to Score | Total Goals |
| Fulham | +135 | -1 (+33) | Yes (-175) | O2.5 (-150) |
| Aston Villa | +187 | +1 (-175) | No (+125) | U2.5 (+120) |
| Draw | +250 | +1 (+333) |
Fulham has been one of the more pleasant surprises this season, but Villa is still tough, especially on the road, where they haven’t lost yet. Both Villa and Fulham have seen both teams score in five of their seven PL matches this season. Last year, Villa beat Fulham 3-1 and 2-1.
Best Bet: Both Teams To Score - Yes (-175)
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Both Teams to Score | Total Goals |
| Ipswich Town | +130 | -1 (+350) | Yes (-150) | O2.5 (-110) |
| Everton | +200 | +1 (-175) | No (+110) | U2.5 (-110) |
| Draw | +230 | +1 (+333) |
It seems as though these two teams will be battling relegation together this season, so this is a crucial fixture. These sides haven’t played since 2002, so there’s not much recent history to go on. However, one thread we can pull is this: both teams have scored in five of Everton’s last six matches, and ditto for six of Ipswich’s last seven.
Best Bet: Both Teams To Score - Yes (-150)
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Both Teams to Score | Total Goals |
| Manchester United | -163 | -1 (+160) | Yes (-175) | O2.5 (-188) |
| Brentford | +350 | +1 (+125) | No (+125) | U2.5 (+150) |
| Draw | +333 | +1 (+300) |
Manchester United have not been great so far in 2024, as they haven’t won a game in over a month. However, despite that and Brentford’s strong recent form, the Bees have not won at Old Trafford since 1937, including all three visits during their most recent stay in the PL.
Best Bet: Manchester United Moneyline (-163)
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Both Teams to Score | Total Goals |
| Newcastle United | -106 | -1 (+225) | Yes (-225) | O2.5 (-200) |
| Brighton | +250 | +1 (-125) | No (+162) | U2.5 (+162) |
| Draw | +275 | +1 (+333) |
Brighton’s attack has been ripping nets up and down the country this season, scoring multiple goals in seven of their nine matches in all competitions. They’ve also lost just two of 14 meetings since both teams rejoined the PL in 2017, including a 2-3-2 record at St. James’ Park. Brighton to score 2+ goals at +125 soccer betting odds is another interesting option here.
Best Bet: Brighton Double Chance (-125)
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Both Teams to Score | Total Goals |
| Southampton | +135 | -1 (+350) | Yes (-150) | O2.5 (-138) |
| Leicester City | +190 | +1 (-175) | No (+125) | U2.5 (+110) |
| Draw | +240 | +1 (+333) |
We’re leaning towards Leicester for the result here, but we think the safer bet is on both teams to score, which sports betting sites are offering at more than reasonable -150 odds. Only one of Leicester’s seven PL matches has not seen both teams score this year. Similarly, Southampton’s last four league games, excluding the one where they saw a red card, saw both sides find the back of the net as well.
Best Bet: Both Teams To Score - Yes (-150)
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Both Teams to Score | Total Goals |
| Bournemouth | +400 | +1 (+125) | Yes (-143) | O2.5 (-150) |
| Arsenal | -163 | -1 (+160) | No (+105) | U2.5 (+120) |
| Draw | +310 | -1 (+275) |
Arsenal have won 12 of 15 all-time meetings with Bournemouth, including their current nine-match undefeated run, which includes just one draw. They have won in their last three trips to the Vitality on the south coast, and as long as their moneyline odds remain under -200, we’re laughing all the way to the bank with this one.
Best Bet: Arsenal Moneyline (-163)
Alex is a recent graduate of Ryerson's Sport Media program in 2019 and has been contributing to BettingTop10 since 2020. He has worked in the field of sports and sports betting for several years, including writing for theScore and daily fantasy sports website FantasyPros as one of their lead NBA news writers. A dedicated sports fan and experienced sports bettor, Alex has the knowledge to provide you with the best betting advice and the sneakiest props no matter what the sport may be.
