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      Premier League betting tips: Rashford to score for Man Utd vs Leicester, Christian Pulisic on target plus Arsenal odds

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      AFTER 37 games, a three-month hiatus and the crowning of worthy champions, it all comes down to this.
      Liverpool lifted the Premier League trophy at Anfield on Wednesday following their entertaining 5-3 win over Chelsea, but despite the title being decided there’s still plenty riding on the final day of competition.

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      Liverpool lifted the Premier League trophy at AnfieldCredit: Reuters
      No more so than at the King Power Stadium, where almost a year of hard work for Leicester comes down to one game.
      Leicester vs Man Utd (Sunday, 4pm)
      It’s a straight shoot-out in LE2 for a Champions League place.
      Regardless of Leicester’s form since football returned, this has been a superb season for Brendan Rodgers and his side.
      They’ve finished 9th in the last two but have produced another campaign above their pay-grade, again mixing it with the big boys – and qualification is in their hands.

      After Man Utd were held to a draw by West Ham in midweek, the Foxes can leapfrog Ole’s men into the top four with a victory.
      The other situation is simple – if United avoid defeat, it’s mission accomplished for them as they line-up in next year’s premier European competition.
      A week ago we’d have been all over the visitors in this once, with Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba looking the business and United on a long unbeaten run.
      But after a pretty dismal loss to Chelsea in the FA Cup – which saw Solskjaer tinker with a winning formula – suddenly his team looked jaded and disjointed as West Ham frustrated them at Old Trafford.

      We’ve definitely seen that before.

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      We’re backing Marcus Rashford to score against LeicesterCredit: AFP or Licensors
      The sheer amount of games in this mad mini-season from June 17 looks to have caught up with the Red Devils and they’ll have to summon a real effort here to grind out a result.
      Leicester are hampered by injuries at the moment and will be without James Maddison and Ben Chilwell, as they were in the 3-0 loss to Tottenham.
      The young England pair are big losses for the Foxes and losing Maddison’s creativity in the No10 role is a sickener at this stage.
      United will have had a wake-up call against the Hammers are we’re taking them to beat Leicester and secure third-place in the table.
      After three-straight wins on the road without conceding, you’d expect them to be odds-on.
      But grab the 5/4 on a United win with both hands and don’t let go – what a price that is.
      Marcus Rashford’s penalty was the decider between the sides when they met before Christmas, but we expect a more open game despite what is at stake.

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      Jamie Vardy leads the race for the Golden BootCredit: Reuters
      With Leicester needing a victory, expect them to break out of the traps quickly and we reckon they do find the net on Sunday.
      They’ve scored in five of the last seven home H2H’s with United and with David De Gea all over the shop at the minute, the 2/3 on both teams to score is banker material.
      If you want to play things a little safer, United to score two or more goals is a whopping 21/20.
      Again, that really should be an odds-on shot with the Red Devils scoring eight in three away matches since the league resumed.
      Should Leicester be forced to play the ageing duo of Wes Morgan and Ryan Bennett in defence again, expect the speedy Rashford to thrive.
      The England forward is a cool 9/4 to score anytime and while he didn’t have a great game against West Ham, he does have history here, netting the winner last season.
      SunSport’s best bets

      Chelsea vs Wolves (Sunday, 4pm)
      We don’t expect this to be a walkover at Stamford Bridge.
      Just like the game at the King Power, Chelsea have Champions League qualification in their own hands and will stay in the top four if they win or draw this game.
      Frank Lampard was probably wishing he’d played Christian Pulisic and Callum Hudson-Odoi from the start against Liverpool, as the pair almost kick-started a second half comeback.
      The former looks a star in the making and was Eden Hazard-esque as he terrorised the Reds defence – just a shame about the other end.
      Kepa’s days look numbered with the Blues eyeing up a move for Atletico Madrid’s Jan Oblak and Chelsea simply concede too many goals.
      They’ve let in a whopping 54 so far this season, which is 16 more than Nuno Santo’s visitors over the course of the campaign.
      Wolves have plenty to play for themselves and are unbeaten in three, with victory securing them a place in the European League.
      They might make it anyway if Spurs fail to beat Crystal Palace, but they won’t be sitting back and trying to nab a point.

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      Kepa conceded five goals as Liverpool beat Chelsea 5-3
      These sides played out a cracker way back in December, where Chelsea put FIVE past Wolves at Molineux.
      We’re not expecting anything like that to happen again, although Wolves did manage to score twice that day and we’re all over both teams to score in this one.
      Back that 8/11 shot with confidence, while we also expect the Blues to provide us with one more over 2.5 goals winner for the season.
      That’s been the token bet for Chelsea games since the season kicked off way back in August, with a whopping 25 of their 37 matches featuring three or more goals.
      Only Man City average more per game, so don’t pass up on the 17/20 in your weekend acca.
      Pulisic should be back in the starting lineup for this one and is a favourite of this column after his scoring streak proved profitable in late June.
      He’s the man to be on for a goal in what should be a nervy but open contest in West London.
      SunSport’s best bets

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      Arsenal vs Watford (Sunday, 4pm)
      What a difference a fortnight makes.
      Back on July 11, Watford recorded a second-straight Premier League victory as they saw off Newcastle 2-1 and appeared to have booked their place in the top-flight for next season.
      Two defeats and yet another managerial casualty later, the Hornets are staring down the barrel.
      Aston Villa’s brilliant run has left Watford’s destiny out of their hands, and the visitors must better the Villans result if they want to retain their Premier League status.
      Judging by how dismal Arsenal were against Villa, they might be in with a chance.
      The Gunners’ season is over – bar the FA Cup of course – but they were sluggish and lacking in ideas against a Villa team scrapping for their lives.
      No shots on target in 90 minutes against a team in the relegation zone tells it’s own story.

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      Mikel Arteta has a huge rebuild job on his hands over the summer, with his own reputation now on the line after it’s revealed he has a worse record after 19 games than the last four Arsenal bosses.
      Stay well away from the results market on this one, because you never know which Gunners side will decide to turn up.
      Although if Arteta rings the changes, 4/5 on Watford getting either a draw or a win doesn’t look that bad.
      But we prefer the 23/20 on the Hornets to win EITHER half at the Emirates.
      That’s a big price, despite their mauling by Man City earlier in the week – and was a winner at West Ham, despite them going down 3-1.
      Goals are on the menu in this fixture and five of the last six meetings here at the Emirates have seen three or more goals.
      Back that again at 4/7, while picking a goalscorer bet is a complete lottery.
      Wait until Arteta releases his teamsheet, but if he opts to go with young Eddie Nketiah he’s the value pick of the field.
      Despite a wasteful game against Villa, the former Leeds loanee has a real eye for goal and 8/5 is a huge price for him to net anytime.
      SunSport’s best bets

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      Nketiah was luckless against Villa – but we like the look of him to bounce back against WatfordCredit: EPA
      Final Day specials
      The final game of the season wouldn’t be complete without some big price outrights.
      Here’s two of the best value picks which could net you a decent profit by Sunday evening.
      Aston Villa to be relegated (15/8) – Dean Smith’s men have fate in their own hands, but West Ham have been very strong in recent games and will want to finish on a high. Arsenal are a basket case and Watford getting at least a point is not out of the question, making this a big price.
      Danny Ings golden boot (11/1) – The Southampton forward has been in incredible form and a brace against Sheffield United is definitely not out of the question. This is worth a sneaky pound in a dead-rubber game, whereas Jamie Vardy has a pressure situation against Man Utd.
      *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Premier League betting tips: Rashford to net for Man Utd in huge Leicester clash, Pulisic on target plus Arsenal odds

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      AFTER 37 games, a three-month hiatus and the crowning of worthy champions, it all comes down to this.
      Liverpool lifted the Premier League trophy at Anfield on Wednesday following their entertaining 5-3 win over Chelsea, but despite the title being decided there’s still plenty riding on the final day of competition.

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      Liverpool lifted the Premier League trophy at AnfieldCredit: Reuters
      No more so than at the King Power Stadium, where almost a year of hard work for Leicester comes down to one game.
      Leicester vs Man Utd (Sunday, 4pm)
      It’s a straight shoot-out in LE2 for a Champions League place.
      Regardless of Leicester’s form since football returned, this has been a superb season for Brendan Rodgers and his side.
      They’ve finished 9th in the last two but have produced another campaign above their pay-grade, again mixing it with the big boys – and qualification is in their hands.

      After Man Utd were held to a draw by West Ham in midweek, the Foxes can leapfrog Ole’s men into the top four with a victory.
      The other situation is simple – if United avoid defeat, it’s mission accomplished for them as they line-up in next year’s premier European competition.
      A week ago we’d have been all over the visitors in this once, with Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba looking the business and United on a long unbeaten run.
      But after a pretty dismal loss to Chelsea in the FA Cup – which saw Solskjaer tinker with a winning formula – suddenly his team looked jaded and disjointed as West Ham frustrated them at Old Trafford.

      We’ve definitely seen that before.

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      We’re backing Marcus Rashford to score against LeicesterCredit: AFP or Licensors
      The sheer amount of games in this mad mini-season from June 17 looks to have caught up with the Red Devils and they’ll have to summon a real effort here to grind out a result.
      Leicester are hampered by injuries at the moment and will be without James Maddison and Ben Chilwell, as they were in the 3-0 loss to Tottenham.
      The young England pair are big losses for the Foxes and losing Maddison’s creativity in the No10 role is a sickener at this stage.
      United will have had a wake-up call against the Hammers are we’re taking them to beat Leicester and secure third-place in the table.
      After three-straight wins on the road without conceding, you’d expect them to be odds-on.
      But grab the 5/4 on a United win with both hands and don’t let go – what a price that is.
      Marcus Rashford’s penalty was the decider between the sides when they met before Christmas, but we expect a more open game despite what is at stake.

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      Jamie Vardy leads the race for the Golden BootCredit: Reuters
      With Leicester needing a victory, expect them to break out of the traps quickly and we reckon they do find the net on Sunday.
      They’ve scored in five of the last seven home H2H’s with United and with David De Gea all over the shop at the minute, the 2/3 on both teams to score is banker material.
      If you want to play things a little safer, United to score two or more goals is a whopping 21/20.
      Again, that really should be an odds-on shot with the Red Devils scoring eight in three away matches since the league resumed.
      Should Leicester be forced to play the ageing duo of Wes Morgan and Ryan Bennett in defence again, expect the speedy Rashford to thrive.
      The England forward is a cool 9/4 to score anytime and while he didn’t have a great game against West Ham, he does have history here, netting the winner last season.
      SunSport’s best bets

      Chelsea vs Wolves (Sunday, 4pm)
      We don’t expect this to be a walkover at Stamford Bridge.
      Just like the game at the King Power, Chelsea have Champions League qualification in their own hands and will stay in the top four if they win or draw this game.
      Frank Lampard was probably wishing he’d played Christian Pulisic and Callum Hudson-Odoi from the start against Liverpool, as the pair almost kick-started a second half comeback.
      The former looks a star in the making and was Eden Hazard-esque as he terrorised the Reds defence – just a shame about the other end.
      Kepa’s days look numbered with the Blues eyeing up a move for Atletico Madrid’s Jan Oblak and Chelsea simply concede too many goals.
      They’ve let in a whopping 54 so far this season, which is 16 more than Nuno Santo’s visitors over the course of the campaign.
      Wolves have plenty to play for themselves and are unbeaten in three, with victory securing them a place in the European League.
      They might make it anyway if Spurs fail to beat Crystal Palace, but they won’t be sitting back and trying to nab a point.

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      Kepa conceded five goals as Liverpool beat Chelsea 5-3
      These sides played out a cracker way back in December, where Chelsea put FIVE past Wolves at Molineux.
      We’re not expecting anything like that to happen again, although Wolves did manage to score twice that day and we’re all over both teams to score in this one.
      Back that 8/11 shot with confidence, while we also expect the Blues to provide us with one more over 2.5 goals winner for the season.
      That’s been the token bet for Chelsea games since the season kicked off way back in August, with a whopping 25 of their 37 matches featuring three or more goals.
      Only Man City average more per game, so don’t pass up on the 17/20 in your weekend acca.
      Pulisic should be back in the starting lineup for this one and is a favourite of this column after his scoring streak proved profitable in late June.
      He’s the man to be on for a goal in what should be a nervy but open contest in West London.
      SunSport’s best bets

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      Arsenal vs Watford (Sunday, 4pm)
      What a difference a fortnight makes.
      Back on July 11, Watford recorded a second-straight Premier League victory as they saw off Newcastle 2-1 and appeared to have booked their place in the top-flight for next season.
      Two defeats and yet another managerial casualty later, the Hornets are staring down the barrel.
      Aston Villa’s brilliant run has left Watford’s destiny out of their hands, and the visitors must better the Villans result if they want to retain their Premier League status.
      Judging by how dismal Arsenal were against Villa, they might be in with a chance.
      The Gunners’ season is over – bar the FA Cup of course – but they were sluggish and lacking in ideas against a Villa team scrapping for their lives.
      No shots on target in 90 minutes against a team in the relegation zone tells it’s own story.

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      Mikel Arteta has a huge rebuild job on his hands over the summer, with his own reputation now on the line after it’s revealed he has a worse record after 19 games than the last four Arsenal bosses.
      Stay well away from the results market on this one, because you never know which Gunners side will decide to turn up.
      Although if Arteta rings the changes, 4/5 on Watford getting either a draw or a win doesn’t look that bad.
      But we prefer the 23/20 on the Hornets to win EITHER half at the Emirates.
      That’s a big price, despite their mauling by Man City earlier in the week – and was a winner at West Ham, despite them going down 3-1.
      Goals are on the menu in this fixture and five of the last six meetings here at the Emirates have seen three or more goals.
      Back that again at 4/7, while picking a goalscorer bet is a complete lottery.
      Wait until Arteta releases his teamsheet, but if he opts to go with young Eddie Nketiah he’s the value pick of the field.
      Despite a wasteful game against Villa, the former Leeds loanee has a real eye for goal and 8/5 is a huge price for him to net anytime.
      SunSport’s best bets

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      Nketiah was luckless against Villa – but we like the look of him to bounce back against WatfordCredit: EPA
      Final Day specials
      The final game of the season wouldn’t be complete without some big price outrights.
      Here’s two of the best value picks which could net you a decent profit by Sunday evening.
      Aston Villa to be relegated (15/8) – Dean Smith’s men have fate in their own hands, but West Ham have been very strong in recent games and will want to finish on a high. Arsenal are a basket case and Watford getting at least a point is not out of the question, making this a big price.
      Danny Ings golden boot (11/1) – The Southampton forward has been in incredible form and a brace against Sheffield United is definitely not out of the question. This is worth a sneaky pound in a dead-rubber game, whereas Jamie Vardy has a pressure situation against Man Utd.
      *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Premier League betting tips: Rashford to score for Man Utd in key Leicester clash, Pulisic on target plus Arsenal odds

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      AFTER 37 games, a three-month hiatus and the crowning of worthy champions, it all comes down to this.
      Liverpool lifted the Premier League trophy at Anfield on Wednesday following their entertaining 5-3 win over Chelsea, but despite the title being decided there’s still plenty riding on the final day of competition.

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      Liverpool lifted the Premier League trophy at AnfieldCredit: Reuters
      No more so than at the King Power Stadium, where almost a year of hard work for Leicester comes down to one game.
      Leicester vs Man Utd (Sunday, 4pm)
      It’s a straight shoot-out in LE2 for a Champions League place.
      Regardless of Leicester’s form since football returned, this has been a superb season for Brendan Rodgers and his side.
      They’ve finished 9th in the last two but have produced another campaign above their pay-grade, again mixing it with the big boys – and qualification is in their hands.

      After Man Utd were held to a draw by West Ham in midweek, the Foxes can leapfrog Ole’s men into the top four with a victory.
      The other situation is simple – if United avoid defeat, it’s mission accomplished for them as they line-up in next year’s premier European competition.
      A week ago we’d have been all over the visitors in this once, with Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba looking the business and United on a long unbeaten run.
      But after a pretty dismal loss to Chelsea in the FA Cup – which saw Solskjaer tinker with a winning formula – suddenly his team looked jaded and disjointed as West Ham frustrated them at Old Trafford.

      We’ve definitely seen that before.

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      We’re backing Marcus Rashford to score against LeicesterCredit: AFP or Licensors
      The sheer amount of games in this mad mini-season from June 17 looks to have caught up with the Red Devils and they’ll have to summon a real effort here to grind out a result.
      Leicester are hampered by injuries at the moment and will be without James Maddison and Ben Chilwell, as they were in the 3-0 loss to Tottenham.
      The young England pair are big losses for the Foxes and losing Maddison’s creativity in the No10 role is a sickener at this stage.
      United will have had a wake-up call against the Hammers are we’re taking them to beat Leicester and secure third-place in the table.
      After three-straight wins on the road without conceding, you’d expect them to be odds-on.
      But grab the 5/4 on a United win with both hands and don’t let go – what a price that is.
      Marcus Rashford’s penalty was the decider between the sides when they met before Christmas, but we expect a more open game despite what is at stake.

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      Jamie Vardy leads the race for the Golden BootCredit: Reuters
      With Leicester needing a victory, expect them to break out of the traps quickly and we reckon they do find the net on Sunday.
      They’ve scored in five of the last seven home H2H’s with United and with David De Gea all over the shop at the minute, the 2/3 on both teams to score is banker material.
      If you want to play things a little safer, United to score two or more goals is a whopping 21/20.
      Again, that really should be an odds-on shot with the Red Devils scoring eight in three away matches since the league resumed.
      Should Leicester be forced to play the ageing duo of Wes Morgan and Ryan Bennett in defence again, expect the speedy Rashford to thrive.
      The England forward is a cool 9/4 to score anytime and while he didn’t have a great game against West Ham, he does have history here, netting the winner last season.
      SunSport’s best bets

      Chelsea vs Wolves (Sunday, 4pm)
      We don’t expect this to be a walkover at Stamford Bridge.
      Just like the game at the King Power, Chelsea have Champions League qualification in their own hands and will stay in the top four if they win or draw this game.
      Frank Lampard was probably wishing he’d played Christian Pulisic and Callum Hudson-Odoi from the start against Liverpool, as the pair almost kick-started a second half comeback.
      The former looks a star in the making and was Eden Hazard-esque as he terrorised the Reds defence – just a shame about the other end.
      Kepa’s days look numbered with the Blues eyeing up a move for Atletico Madrid’s Jan Oblak and Chelsea simply concede too many goals.
      They’ve let in a whopping 54 so far this season, which is 16 more than Nuno Santo’s visitors over the course of the campaign.
      Wolves have plenty to play for themselves and are unbeaten in three, with victory securing them a place in the European League.
      They might make it anyway if Spurs fail to beat Crystal Palace, but they won’t be sitting back and trying to nab a point.

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      Kepa conceded five goals as Liverpool beat Chelsea 5-3
      These sides played out a cracker way back in December, where Chelsea put FIVE past Wolves at Molineux.
      We’re not expecting anything like that to happen again, although Wolves did manage to score twice that day and we’re all over both teams to score in this one.
      Back that 8/11 shot with confidence, while we also expect the Blues to provide us with one more over 2.5 goals winner for the season.
      That’s been the token bet for Chelsea games since the season kicked off way back in August, with a whopping 25 of their 37 matches featuring three or more goals.
      Only Man City average more per game, so don’t pass up on the 17/20 in your weekend acca.
      Pulisic should be back in the starting lineup for this one and is a favourite of this column after his scoring streak proved profitable in late June.
      He’s the man to be on for a goal in what should be a nervy but open contest in West London.
      SunSport’s best bets

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      Arsenal vs Watford (Sunday, 4pm)
      What a difference a fortnight makes.
      Back on July 11, Watford recorded a second-straight Premier League victory as they saw off Newcastle 2-1 and appeared to have booked their place in the top-flight for next season.
      Two defeats and yet another managerial casualty later, the Hornets are staring down the barrel.
      Aston Villa’s brilliant run has left Watford’s destiny out of their hands, and the visitors must better the Villans result if they want to retain their Premier League status.
      Judging by how dismal Arsenal were against Villa, they might be in with a chance.
      The Gunners’ season is over – bar the FA Cup of course – but they were sluggish and lacking in ideas against a Villa team scrapping for their lives.
      No shots on target in 90 minutes against a team in the relegation zone tells it’s own story.

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      Mikel Arteta has a huge rebuild job on his hands over the summer, with his own reputation now on the line after it’s revealed he has a worse record after 19 games than the last four Arsenal bosses.
      Stay well away from the results market on this one, because you never know which Gunners side will decide to turn up.
      Although if Arteta rings the changes, 4/5 on Watford getting either a draw or a win doesn’t look that bad.
      But we prefer the 23/20 on the Hornets to win EITHER half at the Emirates.
      That’s a big price, despite their mauling by Man City earlier in the week – and was a winner at West Ham, despite them going down 3-1.
      Goals are on the menu in this fixture and five of the last six meetings here at the Emirates have seen three or more goals.
      Back that again at 4/7, while picking a goalscorer bet is a complete lottery.
      Wait until Arteta releases his teamsheet, but if he opts to go with young Eddie Nketiah he’s the value pick of the field.
      Despite a wasteful game against Villa, the former Leeds loanee has a real eye for goal and 8/5 is a huge price for him to net anytime.
      SunSport’s best bets

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      Nketiah was luckless against Villa – but we like the look of him to bounce back against WatfordCredit: EPA
      Final Day specials
      The final game of the season wouldn’t be complete without some big price outrights.
      Here’s two of the best value picks which could net you a decent profit by Sunday evening.
      Aston Villa to be relegated (15/8) – Dean Smith’s men have fate in their own hands, but West Ham have been very strong in recent games and will want to finish on a high. Arsenal are a basket case and Watford getting at least a point is not out of the question, making this a big price.
      Danny Ings golden boot (11/1) – The Southampton forward has been in incredible form and a brace against Sheffield United is definitely not out of the question. This is worth a sneaky pound in a dead-rubber game, whereas Jamie Vardy has a pressure situation against Man Utd.
      *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Man Utd vs Chelsea betting tips: Willian to net in Wembley classic, plus back both teams to score – FA Cup predictions

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      THE FA Cup takes centre stage this Sunday as Chelsea and Man Utd look to join Arsenal in the final.
      The world’s oldest cup competition is back and serving up a heavyweight semi-final clash at Wembley, while we’ve also got selections for a key game in the Premier League’s European race.

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      Anthony Martial has been in superb form for UnitedCredit: AFP or Licensors
      Man Utd vs Chelsea – FA Cup, Sunday 6pm
      This has the potential to be an absolute cracker.
      Man Utd’s fortunes have changed for the better since January and they actually resemble a football team again.
      Amazing what you can achieve when you put round pegs in round holes and play your best players in the correct positions.
      United haven’t lifted the FA Cup since 2016 and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be desperate to give fans some silverware after a topsy-turvy last two years.

      Chelsea meanwhile have been prolific in this competition since the turn of the century, winning it five times and twice finishing as runners-up.
      Frank Lampard’s men have two extra days to prepare for this one and we expect that to be a big factor.
      United had named the same side for FIVE straight games before Thursday’s clash at Palace, but Ole stuck to his guns and made just one enforced change despite the packed schedule.
      We reckon the quick turnaround could have a real say on this one at Wembley, where a fast start could be crucial.

      United have won all three meetings this season, with the last a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge shortly before lockdown.

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      Despite that, Chelsea have stepped up in the big games since and have only let themselves down when teams have sat back and asked to break them down.
      We’re looking primarily at the losses against West Ham and Sheffield United for examples of that, but remember they’ve beaten Man City, Leicester and Liverpool since March.
      The 21/20 on Chelsea making it through to the final is FAR too big, in our opinion.
      Lampard loves this competition and will go full strength, while we also expect goals from both sides.
      Both teams to score is 7/10 and an easy bet to back, but we also like the even money on Chelsea to win EITHER half.
      That’s a massive price in what could be an open game, with United’s defence still under scrutiny despite their excellent recent attacking form.
      This could be a cup tie settled on a moment of brilliance – or a set piece.
      Willian has been in terrific form in recent weeks although reports suggest that the Brazilian might be on his way out of the Bridge this summer.
      He’s playing out of his skin regardless and is the main man for Chelsea on penalties and freekicks.
      16/5 to net anytime? That’s absolutely huge, netting you £32 profit from a tenner bet.
      SunSport’s best bets
      *All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication. More

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      Man Utd vs Chelsea betting tips: Willian to net in Wembley classic, plus Tottenham vs Leicester – FA Cup predictions

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      THERE’s a change of pace this weekend as the FA Cup takes centre stage.
      The world’s oldest cup competition is back and serving up a heavyweight semi-final clash at Wembley, while we’ve also got selections for a key clash in the Premier League’s European race.

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      Anthony Martial has been in superb form for UnitedCredit: AFP or Licensors
      Man Utd vs Chelsea – FA Cup, Sunday 6pm
      This has the potential to be an absolute cracker.
      Man Utd’s fortunes have changed for the better since January and they actually resemble a football team again.
      Amazing what you can achieve when you put round pegs in round holes and play your best players in the correct positions.
      United haven’t lifted the FA Cup since 2016 and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be desperate to give fans some silverware after a topsy-turvy last two years.

      Chelsea meanwhile have been prolific in this competition since the turn of the century, winning it five times and twice finishing as runners-up.
      Frank Lampard’s men have two extra days to prepare for this one and we expect that to be a big factor.
      United had named the same side for FIVE straight games before Thursday’s clash at Palace, but Ole stuck to his guns and made just one enforced change despite the packed schedule.
      We reckon the quick turnaround could have a real say on this one at Wembley, where a fast start could be crucial.

      United have won all three meetings this season, with the last a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge shortly before lockdown.

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      Despite that, Chelsea have stepped up in the big games since and have only let themselves down when teams have sat back and asked to break them down.
      We’re looking primarily at the losses against West Ham and Sheffield United for examples of that, but remember they’ve beaten Man City, Leicester and Liverpool since March.
      The 21/20 on Chelsea making it through to the final is FAR too big, in our opinion.
      Lampard loves this competition and will go full strength, while we also expect goals from both sides.
      Both teams to score is 7/10 and an easy bet to back, but we also like the even money on Chelsea to win EITHER half.
      That’s a massive price in what could be an open game, with United’s defence still under scrutiny despite their excellent recent attacking form.
      This could be a cup tie settled on a moment of brilliance – or a set piece.
      Willian has been in terrific form in recent weeks although reports suggest that the Brazilian might be on his way out of the Bridge this summer.
      He’s playing out of his skin regardless and is the main man for Chelsea on penalties and freekicks.
      16/5 to net anytime? That’s absolutely huge, netting you £32 profit from a tenner bet.
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      This is how Man Utd could line-up against Chelsea

      Tottenham vs Leicester (Premier League, 4pm)
      The Foxes turned up when it mattered against Sheffield United.
      Brendan Rodgers’ men had won just one of their last five going into the crunch clash against the Blades – and were still reeling from an embarrassing 4-1 trouncing by Bournemouth just days before.
      But they were in a dominating mood though on Thursday and fully deserved the three points, going back into the Champions League places on merit and making sure the race remains in their own hands.
      This is the game which could decide which side of that top four line they drop though, with Spurs under Jose Mourinho solid if unspectacular over the last month.
      They’ve won back-to-back games against Arsenal and Newcastle, as Harry Kane looked back to his usual self with a brace in the North East.
      As a result they’re also well in with a shout at European football next season, albeit on Thursday nights.

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      Spurs made it two wins from two against ToonCredit: EPA
      Both of these teams on their day can produce fast, flowing, open attractive football.
      And they tend to do it against each other too, with the H2H scores revealing a number of terrific games.
      In the last six meetings between the sides, there’s been a ridiculous 28 goals and we expect more on Sunday, despite what is on the line.
      Over 2.5 goals is a steal at 10/11, with 10 of Leicester’s 18 away games this season featuring three or more goals.
      We see the teams coming out the blocks quickly and would recommended a small play on both teams to score in the first half.
      That’s a massive 7/2 and a terrific price considering the history between these two.
      When Son Heung-min gets on a roll, he tends to get his goals in bunches.
      And that’s exactly what is happening at the moment, with the South Korean forward enjoying a run of two in two.
      His last streak – back in January – saw him net six in five games and we reckon he’s a shoe-in for another goal against the Foxes.
      At 15/8 to net anytime, he’s by far the value pick.
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      Arsenal vs Man City betting tips: De Bruyne to score with both teams finding net at Wembley – FA Cup predictions

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      THERE’s a change of pace this weekend as the FA Cup takes centre stage.
      The world’s oldest cup competition is back and serving up two heavyweight semi-final clashes at Wembley, while we’ve also got selections for a key clash in the Premier League’s European race.

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      Manchester City are out to defend the FA CupCredit: Alamy Live News
      Arsenal vs Man City – FA Cup, Saturday 7.45pm
      Silverware is at the top of Mikel Arteta’s wish list.
      The Gunners boss comes up against his former employers here and lifting the FA Cup would go a long way to appeasing Gunners fans.
      Arsenal’s run to this point has been solid and unspectacular, seeing off Leeds, Bournemouth, Portsmouth and Sheffield United.
      But now comes their toughest test by far as they go up against reigning holders and last season’s treble winners Man City.

      Pep Guardiola’s men have received a huge boost this week with the news that they’ll play in the Champions League next season.
      And the Spaniard takes the FA Cup very seriously, with Kevin De Bruyne one of those rested for the midweek visit of Bournemouth.
      Sadly for the Gunners, their recent history against the Citizens is shocking.
      They’ve lost the last seven meetings in all competitions and have been biffed 3-0 in both matches this season.

      Do we reckon they turn the table this time? Nope. And neither do the bookies.

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      Arsenal are priced up at a huge 8/1 to win in 90 minutes.
      Just for a bit of context, League One Portsmouth were only 5/1 to beat Arsenal in this same competition back in March.
      It’s a similar story on the qualification markets, with the Gunners a whopping 9/2 to make it through to the final on August 1.
      Leave that well alone, but we do like the 4/5 on both teams to score.
      Despite not laying a glove on City in the 3-0 loss at the Etihad, a rusty Arsenal had just returned from the enforced lockdown and were not at their best.
      And Bournemouth showed that this City side – who have conceded more than Sheffield United this season in the Prem – can be scored past if you’re brave enough.
      In a one-off cup tie, Arteta will not let his side go down with a whimper.
      Arsenal have netted in every game since that Etihad loss on June 17 – it’s at the other end the problems lie.
      As such, back City to win and BTTS at a mammoth 33/20.
      De Bruyne already has three goals against Arsenal this season and was absolutely unreal as City tore the Gunners to pieces at the Emirates.
      Fresh from a week off, he’s 2/1 to net anytime – £30 for your £10. Get on.
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      Tottenham vs Leicester
      The Foxes turned up when it mattered against Sheffield United.
      Brendan Rodgers’ men had won just one of their last five going into the crunch clash against the Blades – and were still reeling from an embarrassing 4-1 trouncing by Bournemouth just days before.
      But they were in a dominating mood though on Thursday and fully deserved the three points, going back into the Champions League places on merit and making sure the race remains in their own hands.
      This is the game which could decide which side of that top four line they drop though, with Spurs under Jose Mourinho solid if unspectacular over the last month.
      They’ve won back-to-back games against Arsenal and Newcastle, as Harry Kane looked back to his usual self with a brace in the North East.
      As a result they’re also well in with a shout at European football next season, albeit on Thursday nights.

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      Spurs made it two wins from two against Toon
      Both of these teams on their day can produce fast, flowing, open attractive football.
      And they tend to do it against each other too, with the H2H scores revealing a number of terrific games.
      In the last six meetings between the sides, there’s been a ridiculous 28 goals and we expect more on Sunday, despite what is on the line.
      Over 2.5 goals is a steal at 10/11, with 10 of Leicester’s 18 away games this season featuring three or more goals.
      We see the teams coming out the blocks quickly and would recommended a small play on both teams to score in the first half.
      That’s a massive 7/2 and a terrific price considering the history between these two.
      When Son Heung-min gets on a roll, he tends to get his goals in bunches.
      And that’s exactly what is happening at the moment, with the South Korean forward enjoying a run of two in two.
      His last streak – back in January – saw him net six in five games and we reckon he’s a shoe-in for another goal against the Foxes.
      At 15/8 to net anytime, he’s by far the value pick.
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      Son was lethal against Arsenal and we reckon he scores again at 15/8Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Man Utd vs Chelsea- FA Cup, Sunday 5.30pm
      This has the potential to be an absolute cracker.
      Man Utd’s fortunes have changed for the better since January and they actually resemble a football team again.
      Amazing what you can achieve when you put round pegs in round holes and play your best players in the correct positions.
      United haven’t lifted the FA Cup since 2016 and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be desperate to give fans some silverware after a topsy-turvy last two years.
      Chelsea meanwhile have been prolific in this competition since the turn of the century, winning it five times and twice finishing as runners-up.
      Frank Lampard’s men have two extra days to prepare for this one and we expect that to be a big factor.
      United had named the same side for FIVE straight games before Thursday’s clash at Palace, but Ole stuck to his guns and made just one enforced change despite the packed schedule.
      We reckon the quick turnaround could have a real say on this one at Wembley, where a fast start could be crucial.
      United have won all three meetings this season, with the last a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge shortly before lockdown.

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      Despite that, Chelsea have stepped up in the big games since and have only let themselves down when teams have sat back and asked to break them down.
      We’re looking primarily at the losses against West Ham and Sheffield United for examples of that, but remember they’ve beaten Man City, Leicester and Liverpool since March.
      The 21/20 on Chelsea making it through to the final is FAR too big, in our opinion.
      Lampard loves this competition and will go full strength, while we also expect goals from both sides.
      Both teams to score is 7/10 and an easy bet to back, but we also like the even money on Chelsea to win EITHER half.
      That’s a massive price in what could be an open game, with United’s defence still under scrutiny despite their excellent recent attacking form.
      This could be a cup tie settled on a moment of brilliance – or a set piece.

      Willian has been in terrific form in recent weeks although reports suggest that the Brazilian might be on his way out of the Bridge this summer.
      He’s playing out of his skin regardless and is the main man for Chelsea on penalties and freekicks.
      16/5 to net anytime? That’s absolutely huge, netting you £32 profit from a tenner bet.
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      Football betting tips: De Bruyne to sink Arsenal, Son on target against Leicester plus Chelsea vs Man Utd – FA Cup

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      THERE’s a change of pace this weekend as the FA Cup takes centre stage.
      The world’s oldest cup competition is back and serving up two heavyweight semi-final clashes at Wembley, while we’ve also got selections for a key clash in the Premier League’s European race.

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      Manchester City are out to defend the FA CupCredit: Alamy Live News
      Arsenal vs Man City – FA Cup, Saturday 5.30pm
      Silverware is at the top of Mikel Arteta’s wish list.
      The Gunners boss comes up against his former employers here and lifting the FA Cup would go a long way to appeasing Gunners fans.
      Arsenal’s run to this point has been solid and unspectacular, seeing off Leeds, Bournemouth, Portsmouth and Sheffield United.
      But now comes their toughest test by far as they go up against reigning holders and last season’s treble winners Man City.

      Pep Guardiola’s men have received a huge boost this week with the news that they’ll play in the Champions League next season.
      And the Spaniard takes the FA Cup very seriously, with Kevin De Bruyne one of those rested for the midweek visit of Bournemouth.
      Sadly for the Gunners, their recent history against the Citizens is shocking.
      They’ve lost the last seven meetings in all competitions and have been biffed 3-0 in both matches this season.

      Do we reckon they turn the table this time? Nope. And neither do the bookies.

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      Arsenal are priced up at a huge 8/1 to win in 90 minutes.
      Just for a bit of context, League One Portsmouth were only 5/1 to beat Arsenal in this same competition back in March.
      It’s a similar story on the qualification markets, with the Gunners a whopping 9/2 to make it through to the final on August 1.
      Leave that well alone, but we do like the 4/5 on both teams to score.
      Despite not laying a glove on City in the 3-0 loss at the Etihad, a rusty Arsenal had just returned from the enforced lockdown and were not at their best.
      And Bournemouth showed that this City side – who have conceded more than Sheffield United this season in the Prem – can be scored past if you’re brave enough.
      In a one-off cup tie, Arteta will not let his side go down with a whimper.
      Arsenal have netted in every game since that Etihad loss on June 17 – it’s at the other end the problems lie.
      As such, back City to win and BTTS at a mammoth 33/20.
      De Bruyne already has three goals against Arsenal this season and was absolutely unreal as City tore the Gunners to pieces at the Emirates.
      Fresh from a week off, he’s 2/1 to net anytime – £30 for your £10. Get on.
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      Tottenham vs Leicester
      The Foxes turned up when it mattered against Sheffield United.
      Brendan Rodgers’ men had won just one of their last five going into the crunch clash against the Blades – and were still reeling from an embarrassing 4-1 trouncing by Bournemouth just days before.
      But they were in a dominating mood though on Thursday and fully deserved the three points, going back into the Champions League places on merit and making sure the race remains in their own hands.
      This is the game which could decide which side of that top four line they drop though, with Spurs under Jose Mourinho solid if unspectacular over the last month.
      They’ve won back-to-back games against Arsenal and Newcastle, as Harry Kane looked back to his usual self with a brace in the North East.
      As a result they’re also well in with a shout at European football next season, albeit on Thursday nights.

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      Spurs made it two wins from two against Toon
      Both of these teams on their day can produce fast, flowing, open attractive football.
      And they tend to do it against each other too, with the H2H scores revealing a number of terrific games.
      In the last six meetings between the sides, there’s been a ridiculous 28 goals and we expect more on Sunday, despite what is on the line.
      Over 2.5 goals is a steal at 10/11, with 10 of Leicester’s 18 away games this season featuring three or more goals.
      We see the teams coming out the blocks quickly and would recommended a small play on both teams to score in the first half.
      That’s a massive 7/2 and a terrific price considering the history between these two.
      When Son Heung-min gets on a roll, he tends to get his goals in bunches.
      And that’s exactly what is happening at the moment, with the South Korean forward enjoying a run of two in two.
      His last streak – back in January – saw him net six in five games and we reckon he’s a shoe-in for another goal against the Foxes.
      At 15/8 to net anytime, he’s by far the value pick.
      SunSport best bets

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      Son was lethal against Arsenal and we reckon he scores again at 15/8Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Man Utd vs Chelsea- FA Cup, Sunday 5.30pm
      This has the potential to be an absolute cracker.
      Man Utd’s fortunes have changed for the better since January and they actually resemble a football team again.
      Amazing what you can achieve when you put round pegs in round holes and play your best players in the correct positions.
      United haven’t lifted the FA Cup since 2016 and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be desperate to give fans some silverware after a topsy-turvy last two years.
      Chelsea meanwhile have been prolific in this competition since the turn of the century, winning it five times and twice finishing as runners-up.
      Frank Lampard’s men have two extra days to prepare for this one and we expect that to be a big factor.
      United had named the same side for FIVE straight games before Thursday’s clash at Palace, but Ole stuck to his guns and made just one enforced change despite the packed schedule.
      We reckon the quick turnaround could have a real say on this one at Wembley, where a fast start could be crucial.
      United have won all three meetings this season, with the last a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge shortly before lockdown.

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      Despite that, Chelsea have stepped up in the big games since and have only let themselves down when teams have sat back and asked to break them down.
      We’re looking primarily at the losses against West Ham and Sheffield United for examples of that, but remember they’ve beaten Man City, Leicester and Liverpool since March.
      The 21/20 on Chelsea making it through to the final is FAR too big, in our opinion.
      Lampard loves this competition and will go full strength, while we also expect goals from both sides.
      Both teams to score is 7/10 and an easy bet to back, but we also like the even money on Chelsea to win EITHER half.
      That’s a massive price in what could be an open game, with United’s defence still under scrutiny despite their excellent recent attacking form.
      This could be a cup tie settled on a moment of brilliance – or a set piece.

      Willian has been in terrific form in recent weeks although reports suggest that the Brazilian might be on his way out of the Bridge this summer.
      He’s playing out of his skin regardless and is the main man for Chelsea on penalties and freekicks.
      16/5 to net anytime? That’s absolutely huge, netting you £32 profit from a tenner bet.
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      Crystal Palace vs Man Utd betting tips: Rashford on target but both teams to net – Premier League predictions

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      THE race for Europe remains on after a dramatic week both on and off the field.
      After a huge win for Chelsea over Norwich, attention now turns to Man Utd as they look to bounce back from Southampton’s dramatic equaliser on Monday.

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      Crystal Palace vs Man Utd (Thursday, 8.15pm)
      We asked a fortnight ago if Ole really was back at the wheel.
      There’s a steel and swagger to this Man Utd side that we haven’t seen in years, but just how damaging will that 96th minute equaliser from Southampton be?
      They were slow to start at Old Trafford and Stuart Armstrong took advantage, but the way they just shrugged their shoulders and had the game turned around ten minutes later was very impressive.
      If they’d held on to win, Champions League qualification would have been in their hands as they prepared to face the side second bottom of the form table here.

      But United will surely have to rotate after FIVE games with the same starting XI, especially with a three-day turnaround.
      Palace were in with an outside chance of Europe themselves just mere weeks ago after a confident 3-0 win over Sheffield United.
      Since then, it’s five defeats on the bounce and Roy Hodgson was apoplectic as his side went down to Aston Villa at the weekend.
      Will we see a reaction here?

      We expect them to be better – although they couldn’t be any worse – and just look at how Palace ran Chelsea close here a week ago.
      That was a game full of fast, attacking football with chances galore for both sides.
      And goals. Plenty of them.

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      Martial was on target but United couldn’t hold on against SouthamptonCredit: AFP

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      How Man Utd could line up against Crystal Palace
      United are the over 2.5 goal kings at the moment with their last five Premier League games all featuring three or more goals.
      Palace don’t tend to concede many here – just 17 all season, scoring 14.
      That probably explains why it’s 2/3 on three or more goals, but with United in their current form going forward but leaky at the back, you take that price.
      And we’re going to back both teams to score again, despite Palace’s recent woes.
      Hodgson was so fuming after Villa that you’d expect a reaction with the chance to spoil the Champions League party.
      Besides, both teams have netted in the last four meetings at this ground – at 23/20, that’s one of the steals of the week.
      Marcus Rashford had just one goal in seven before that Saints game on Monday.
      As ever with the packed fixture list, make sure you check who is starting before placing your goalscorer bet.
      But at 13/8 – the longest out of Bruno Fernandes, Anthony Martial and Mason Greenwood – he’s by far the value pick in what should be an open game.
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