A quick look at Matchweek 1 as Soccer kicks off across the pond
âš½ Betting Board: Premier League & Beyond
We’ve got futures, matchday locks, and even a European parlay lined up. Here’s what’s on tap:
Future Play – Viktor Gyökeres Top Arsenal Scorer (-150)
Fresh from breaking records at Sporting Lisbon, Gyökeres steps into Arsenal’s attack in the past. The Gunners tend to spread the scoring, so even if he misses time, he’s still got a strong shot to lead the way. When healthy he will lead the line and be the focal point of Arsenals attack.
Matchday 1 Premier League Picks
- Man City ML & Over 1.5 Team Goals vs. Wolves (-135)
City swiped Wolves’ best two players (Cuhna, Ait-Nouri) and brought in further strength with Reijnders. Wolves barely avoided relegation last season. Expect a statement win. - Chelsea ML & Over 1.5 Team Goals vs. Crystal Palace (-115)
Fresh off a dominant FIFA Club World Cup showing (crushing PSG), Chelsea looks primed to start fast. Palace may still be in a post-trophy haze with a lot of uncertainty around key players. - Liverpool ML & Over 2.5 Total Goals vs. Bournemouth
The straight ML is heavily juiced, so we tack on goals for value. Liverpool has outscored Bournemouth 9-0 over the last three meetings, but beware: a 2-0 final could spoil the total.
European Parlay – Real Betis Double Chance + PSG ML (-123)
- Real Betis: Facing a newly promoted Elche side in their top-flight debut. Betis are scrappy and usually pushing for Europe.
- PSG: Still the class of Ligue 1, with Nantes lacking the firepower to keep pace.