Top Soccer Pick: Crystal Palace-West Ham Both Teams to Score (-145) at Everygame (visit our Everygame Review)
With the dramatic midweek UCL results behind us, top-tier soccer action returns its attention to domestic play, and we’ve studied the EPL betting markets at the top-rated sportsbooks to formulate the best betting picks for matchday 34 games involving Wolves vs. Arsenal, Crystal Palace vs. West Ham, and more.
Continue reading for the top soccer picks and betting odds from across the Premier League fixtures set to take place on April 20 and 21.
Wolverhampton vs. Arsenal
Match Information
- When: Saturday, April 20, 2024 – 02:30 PM ET
- Where: Molineux Stadium
- Win/Loss Record (Last 5): Wolves D/L/D/L/L – Arsenal L/L/D/W/W
Wolves vs. Arsenal Stats, Odds & Prediction
- Arsenal has defeated Wolves in their 5 most recent EPL meetings
- Both teams scored in the December 2023 reverse fixture (2-1)
- Both teams have scored in 5 of Wolves’ previous 6 games
- Wolves have failed to score at home in just 1 of their fixtures in all competitions
Champions League Comedown
Midweek heartbreak for the red side of North London told a story that many believers didn’t see coming. Unfortunately for Arsenal, the Bundesliga’s most decorated unit, Bayern Munich, sent them crashing out of the Champions League quarter-finals.
However, there is limited time for Mikel Arteta and co. to dwell because if they’re to stand any chance of claiming silverware this term, they must immediately re-focus their efforts on the EPL title race.
Following a surprise loss to Aston Villa last weekend, Arsenal’s title glory has been stunted. That said, a trip to Wolves could provide a well-needed lifeline, as the Midlands club they visit on Saturday hasn’t won a match in five consecutive meetings.
Troubling Form
It’s been a mediocre season for Wolverhampton Wanderers this season. Since losing to their Midland-foes Coventry City in the FA Cup quarter-finals, Gary O’Neil’s men have failed to win a game despite competing against two teams in the lower of the table during this stretch.
However, the early season has gifted Wolves a mid-table positioning, as relegation worries aren’t an issue. With such a small margin between European placements, a top-seven finish is still viable but also unlikely, even with a final third finisher like Matheus Cunha returning to the squad.
EPL Matchday 34 Betting Odds & Predictions
Unsurprisingly, the EPL betting odds have Arsenal listed as the betting favorites this weekend. The added moneyline juice isn’t worth a look, especially given Arsenal’s slight drop in form over the previous week.
Looking beyond an outright winner for this fixture, both teams to score market sparks intrigue. Considering Wolves have not only failed to keep a clean sheet in seven straight games, but they’ve also failed to score on home turf on just one occasion this season.
Couple the aforementioned statistics with the fact that Arsenal has netted 75 goals this season, only second to Manchester City’s 76, and it’s easy to envision both teams finding the net this weekend.
Score Prediction: Wolves 1 – Arsenal 2
Soccer Pick: Both Teams to Score (-111) [1.11u wager returns 1u of profit] at Everygame
Crystal Palace vs. West Ham
Match Information
- When: Sunday, April 21, 2024 – 10:00 AM ET
- Where: Selhurst Park
- Win/Loss Record (Last 5): Palace W/L/L/D/D – West Ham D/L/L/W/D
Crystal Palace vs. West Ham Stats, Odds & Prediction
- Both teams have scored in every meeting between Palace and West Ham since 2017
- This fixture last season provided a 4-3 thriller
- Palace have scored at least one goal in 10 of their previous 12 EPL home games
- West Ham have scored 8 goals combined in their previous 3 EPL away games
Closing the Relegation Gap
Since taking the reigns at Palace, Oliver Glasner has slowly lifted this squad from the dreaded relegation zone, but the eight-point gap isn’t enough. That said, the Eagles return home following a 0-1 success at Anfield, a ground that rarely hands out winning weekends.
We could see a newfound confidence in this Palace squad. Although it’s predominantly been a season to forget, chasing positions away from the drop zone gives them something to fight for versus a beatable West Ham squad that’ll return from midweek defeat.
Poor Road Form
West Ham dropped out of the Europa League this Thursday and now have nothing left to play for in all competitions other than pride. They hold a respectable eighth position in the EPL standings, but having collected just 23 of their 48 points from away games this term, road success is a worry for David Moyes’ squad.
With just two days rest from their Europa League defeat, the Hammers must now travel to Selhurst Park and fix a problematic away record. On the bright side, Jarrod Bowen has netted an impressive 15 goals this season, and their weekend opponents have conceded 10 goals in their previous 6 league clashes.
EPL Matchday 34 Betting Odds & Predictions
The EPL moneyline betting odds have placed their faith in Palace’s home advantage and the recency bias for a team that defeated Liverpool last time out. However, defense structures at either end take our wagering interest as I expect both teams to score this at a goal-heavy Selhurst Park.
Placing our units behind an outright winner feels risky, but I do believe last week’s win and the schedule factor favor Palace. That said, BTTS is the play, as I anticipate this trend that’s survived since 2017 between these sides to continue this weekend.
Score Prediction: Crystal Palace 2 – West Ham 1
Soccer Pick: Both Teams to Score (-145) [1.45u wager returns 1u of profit] at Everygame
Extra Premier League Bets to Beat the Bookie
Sheffield United vs. Burnley
Saturday, April 20, 2024 – 10:00 AM ET
- Over 2.5 Goals -150 at Everygame
Fulham vs. Liverpool
Sunday, April 21, 2024 – 11:30 AM ET
- Liverpool ML (-174) at Heritage Sports (visit our Heritage Sports Review)
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