England Premiership Betting - Man U clash with Arsenal

England Premiership betting serves up a derby this weekend that sports bettors would not want to miss. On Saturday, Arsenal and Manchester United, who are looking to stay close to the leaders Chelsea and Liverpool (at the top of the Premiership table with 26 points), clash in an all-important match.

Manchester United sits in third place in Premier League and as they slowly find optimum form, they will want to make a concentrated push in their standing. A win for Man U, nipping at Chelsea and Liverpool’s heels with 21 points, will add pressure on the joint leaders. Arsenal, who occupies fourth spot, separated by only a point, could overtake Man U if they record the win this weekend.

Champions League Match day 4 results: Both teams are coming off tolerable Championship League performances. Arsenal drew with Fenerbahce 0:0 at home; meanwhile, Manchester United avoided disaster when they equalized late in the game against Celtic Glasgow for a 1:1 draw.

Soccer Betting Line:

Arsenal FC pk +135 +220 2½ O +115 U -135 1 O -120 U -110 Draw +210

Manchester United pk -155 +130 2½ O +115 U -135 1 O -120 U -110 Draw +210

Match Time: 07:45 AM Eastern Time Saturday November 8, 2008

Venue: Arsenal Stadium - London

Soccer Betting Analysis:

Arsenal +220

Arsenal failed to accomplish their Champions League mission ,on Wednesday, when they hosted Turkish side Fenerbahce SK at home; that is, securing early advancement to the knock out round. The 0:0 draw was acceptable enough but it only highlighted their weakness – an inability to assert domination. It was not the convincing performance of leaders, so consequently, their bid for the domestic title is questionable. On the domestic front, they failed similarly and they are questionable for the title race –even though they are still technically in contention. They lost at Stoke – one of the weakest teams in Premiership action – and immediately prior, they drew level with Tottenham at home 4:4.

The club and coach have come under fire and a lot of pressure. The overall mood is not a positive one as Arsenal prepares to meet Manchester United on Saturday. Adding more concern is the absence of Adebayor – without him, the Gunners will be sorely lacking in firepower.

Manchester United +130

For the most part, Man U has found their winning ways. At the start of the season, not all looked that promising, but they have moved from strength to strength. They have an opportunity to establish themselves more firmly in third place with a victory over a shaky Arsenal. If United takes the three points they will remain five points behind Chelsea and Liverpool but with a game in hand. Moreover, considering they will have played all title rivals on the away by Saturday, they will have the edge in the title race as they host them in return at the Old Trafford.

Overall, United is in better form. The draw in Glasgow was disappointing but it was not the end of the world for them. They have some injuries but with stars Ronaldo and Rooney in the line-up, they are still in good shape.