Premier League 2010/11 Week 30 

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GameWeek 30

Team

Form
(last3)

Form
(All)

Home/ Away bias

Correct
Score

1X2

Asian Handicap

Result

19.3.11

H

Tottenham

6

8

V STRONG

2

1

W'Ham+1.25

0

A

WestHam

10

3

POOR

1

0

Pre-Match Comments

Spurs might well be distracted by their forthcoming Champions League fixtures with Real Madrid - but the visiting Hammers will provide a different type of test. West Ham have played well in recent games and will want to build some further escape velocity. Spurs at home though is a big ask - watch the the asian handicap markets for a value bet on the visitors.

19.3.11

H

AstonVilla

8

5

STRONG

2

1

Villa-0.5

0

A

Wolves

8

5

VERY POOR

1

1

Pre-Match Comments

Wolves continue to struggle, playing well at home but dropping points when away. They could have more motivation than Villa and therefore could catch them off guard. Villa should have the edge, given that they're strong at home, but look out for a strong start by Wolves.

19.3.11

H

Blackburn

2

3

POOR

1

x

B'burn-.25

2

A

Blackpool

2

8

NEUTRAL

1

2

Pre-Match Comments

This pairing sees two teams who've faded through the season and now sit 14th and 15th, just 1 point from the relegation zone. Rovers possibly have the worst recent form, but this should be balanced by greater experience of Premiership survival and home support. Blackpool continue to stumble and will seek stability from their strongest players and unique manager.

19.3.11

H

Man Utd

4

10

V STRONG

1

1

Bolton+1.5

1

A

Bolton

6

7

POOR

0

0

Pre-Match Comments

The league leaders are looking over their shoulders as Arsenal and others get closer. They haven't lost at home, and shouldn't this Saturday, despite recent troubles. Bolton have held on to 7th position and accumulated some decent results recently. With only two away wins though it doesn't look like an upset is on the cards. Consider a cover bet on a draw, or a large handicap on the visitors.

19.3.11

H

Stoke

1

1

NEUTRAL

1

1

Stoke-0.25

4

A

Newcastle

4

7

STRONG

0

0

Pre-Match Comments

Stoke sit two points behind Newcastle, and should jump ahead of them after this game. A mixed record over the last few games won't reassure Potters fans. Newcastle have drawn five of their last eight matches and this match also looks like being close. If the Stoke home support is motivated then that could tip the balance.

19.3.11

H

WestBrom

5

4

POOR

1

X

WBA+1

2

A

Arsenal

9

10

V STRONG

1

2

Pre-Match Comments

West Brom hosted a shell-shocked Arsenal, who've been knocked out of two cup competitions in close succession. The Baggies beat the Gunners 3-2 earlier in the season, and the omens point to a similar upset. However, Arsenal's quality is superior and that alone could make the difference. What remains to be seen is if the team spirit is as resilient as it needs to be.

19.3.11

H

Wigan

1

1

POOR

1

1

Wigan-0.25

2

A

Birmingham

3

2

NEUTRAL

0

1

Pre-Match Comments

Wigan's Premier League future is hanging in the balance - they must get at least a point from Birmingham as this team are a possible replacement for them in the bottom three. Birmingham are leaking more goals than in previous seasons; this combined with a morale issue means Wigan could take advantage on Saturday.

19.3.11

H

Everton

7

6

NEUTRAL

1

X

Everton-0.25

2

A

Fulham

10

9

POOR

1

1

Pre-Match Comments

Everton have just about turned their season around, but are still inconsistent and difficult to forecast. Fulham have a weak away record and despite good performances this season sit behind the Toffees. Low stakes on a draw for this game.

20.3.11

H

Sunderland

5

6

STRONG

2

1

S'land-0.25

0

A

Liverpool

7

2

POOR

0

2

Pre-Match Comments

Sunderland's decent home record remains fairly intact despite a recent dip in form. Liverpool have improved considerably from their lowly positions earlier in the season but are still prone to disappointment away from home. Having been knocked out of the Europa cup on Thursday, the emphasis should be with Sunderland.

20.3.11

H

Chelsea

9

9

V STRONG

2

1

Chelsea-0.5

2

A

Man City

3

4

V STRONG

0

0

Pre-Match Comments

Chelsea's formidable home record will face another test with Man City visiting this Sunday. Chelsea played a European game at home midweek, as did City but City were knocked out of their competition and Chelsea progressed - City should have knock-on effects from that. Signals point to a home win.

Form is calculated by rating all player and team performances.
Home/ Away bias indicates the strength of a team's previous performances at their home ground or away from home.