The Premier League enters its third matchday this Labor Day weekend, featuring a major clash on Sunday, August 31st, as title contenders Arsenal and Liverpool face each other at Anfield. Last season, both their encounters ended in draws, but Arsenal ultimately couldn`t match Liverpool`s pace, as the Reds secured their second domestic title in six years and their twentieth overall club honor. Arsenal started strong this season with two wins, first beating Manchester United 1-0 at home, then thrashing Leeds United 5-0. Liverpool also remains undefeated, having overcome Bournemouth 4-2 in their opener and scoring a late winner against a depleted Newcastle United side last weekend.
For those interested in football betting, particularly Premier League wagers with leading sportsbooks, insights from SportsLine`s top soccer expert, Jon `Buckets` Eimer, are essential for Sunday`s match. Eimer concluded 2023 as SportsLine`s premier soccer analyst, achieving an impressive 248-234-12 record (+25.93 units) on his predictions.
Top Bets for Arsenal vs. Liverpool
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS) + Over 2.5 goals (-105, 1 unit)
- Arsenal Double Chance (-140, 1 unit)
With only two matchdays completed, it`s too early for definitive statements, yet certain trends are already evident. Liverpool`s defense poses a significant concern. Despite their 2-0 start to the season, the team`s winning streak is unlikely to continue if their defensive issues aren`t addressed. They conceded two goals to Bournemouth in their season opener, both in the second half, and surprisingly allowed two goals even when playing with a man advantage against Newcastle. Liverpool invested heavily in their attacking force during the off-season, bringing in players like Hugo Ekitike and Florian Wirtz, but seemingly neglected their backline. Should they exhibit the same defensive vulnerabilities against Arsenal as they did against Newcastle, Arsenal will likely exploit these weaknesses and score, as they have consistently done in previous encounters.
While head-to-head history isn`t always the sole determinant, given evolving squads, new managers, and player changes, it`s crucial to acknowledge Arsenal`s consistent ability to perform at Anfield. Over the past three years, these two teams have met six times in the Premier League, and Arsenal has remained unbeaten in all those encounters. Their last defeat at Anfield was in 2021, a testament to manager Mikel Arteta`s success in preparing his team for matches at this venue. Furthermore, the `Both Teams to Score` (BTTS) bet landed in all six of these games, the `Over 2.5 goals` bet hit in five, and three of the six matches ended in a 2-2 draw. I anticipate these trends will persist, predicting a high-scoring game where, at minimum, Arsenal will secure at least a point.
