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Arsenal vs Southampton: Predictions and Betting Odds of 2.30
Since the start of the season, Arsenal has gone unbeaten in all competitions. Southampton is striving to establish its position in the Premier League but has struggled, failing to secure a single victory in their first six matches. Our predictions will reveal how events are likely to unfold on the pitch on October 5th and which bets you should consider today.
Command Analysis
Arsenal
EnglandCurrent Form
Arsenal is enjoying a strong phase this season across all competitions they participate in. Following a goalless draw against Atalanta in the Champions League, the Gunners secured a commendable point in the Premier League against Manchester City (2-2). This draw is definitely a positive outcome, especially since they played with ten men for the entire second half and were close to clinching a victory, conceding the equalizer only in the final moments.
After battling with the Cityzens, Mikel Arteta’s squad convincingly defeated Bolton in the third round of the League Cup (5-1). Next, they achieved a solid Premier League win over Leicester (4-2). This week, the Gunners underlined their serious intentions in the Champions League with a 2-0 victory at home against PSG.
In the Premier League standings, Arsenal is currently in third place with 14 points. Manchester City is ahead only on goal difference, while Liverpool leads by a single point. Notably, the partnership between Saka and Havertz has been outstanding. Saka is the Premier League's assist leader with five assists so far, while Havertz has scored in three consecutive matches and is the team's leading scorer.
Injuries and Suspensions
Due to injuries, Tierney, Odegaard, Zinchenko, and Tomiyasu will not participate today.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Arsenal is on an unbeaten streak in the Premier League that has reached 12 matches
- In 10 of their last 12 league matches, Arsenal opened the scoring first
- In the last four home encounters against Southampton, Arsenal found the net in the second half
Expected Lineup: Raya – White, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori – Saka, Partey, Rice, Martinelli – Havertz, Trossard.
Southampton
EnglandCurrent Form
Southampton's return to the Premier League has been challenging. After six matches, the Saints have not secured a single victory, earning just one point and sitting in 19th place. Their only point came from a draw against new league entrants Ipswich (1:1).
Russell Martin's squad is struggling significantly in attack. It's not just that they have scored only three goals, but they also create very few scoring opportunities. The players are unable to threaten opponents' goals, and the team lacks the quality needed to compete in the Premier League. In their last match, Bournemouth easily defeated the Saints 3:1.
The only positive note so far is their progression to the Round of 16 in the League Cup, having advanced past Everton in a penalty shootout.
Injuries and Suspensions
Buzunu and Sulemana will not play today due to injuries, while Stevens is suspended.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Southampton has lost eight of their last ten matches in the Premier League
- In three of their last five games, the Saints trailed at halftime
Predicted Lineup: Ramsdale – Sugawara, Harwood-Bellis, Bednarek, Taylor – Downes, Aribo – Dibling, Lallana, Brereton – Archer.
Trends
Bet Arsenal to win in fouls
In five of the last six matches, Arsenal players committed more fouls than their opponents
1.87Bet Goals in both halves – yes
In four of the last five head-to-head matches, goals were scored in each half
1.46Bet Exact score 3:0
In the last three losses, Southampton conceded three goals per match
7.20Bet 1st half: total over 1.5 goals
This bet has succeeded in three of the last five encounters
2.18Tip and bets
We don't expect any surprises today. Arsenal not only has a significant class advantage but is also in excellent form. The Gunners have consistently scored at least two goals in their last four matches, and Southampton's defense is unlikely to pose a serious challenge. Additionally, Southampton has struggled in attack, netting just three goals in six rounds. We recommend a confident victory for the favorite, according to bookmakers.
Our prediction is an Arsenal victory with an Asian handicap of (-2) at odds of 1.67.
Total Goals Bet
Southampton is struggling offensively, failing to surprise opponents and lacking pace. In six matches played, the Saints have only scored three goals. We don't anticipate they will have many opportunities to break the Arsenal defense today.
Our second bet is that Southampton will not score, with odds of 1.80.
Exact Score Difference Bet
Arsenal has played nine matches this season, winning six of them. Notably, they have secured victories by a margin of two to three goals in four of those matches, which we expect to see again today.
Prediction: Arsenal to win by a margin of two to three goals, with odds of 2.30.
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