Anticipation builds as the launch of the English Premier League approaches
The English Premier League (EPL) is set to kick off this weekend, with Liverpool predicted to have a 75% win probability in their first match against Bournemouth on Friday 15 August [1]. This comes after Liverpool's victory in the 2019/2020 season, making them the world's most popular football club competition's reigning champions [2].
Other notable matches include Sunderland taking on West Ham United at 16:00 on the same day, and Nottingham Forest versus Brentford starting at 15:00 on Sunday. Arsenal, who finished second in the 2024/2025 season, will face Manchester United on Sunday at 17:30 [1].
The predicted teams to contest for the EPL 2025–26 season are Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea, and Newcastle United [1]. Among these, Liverpool is often seen as a slight favorite to win the title, with Manchester City close behind despite some off-field uncertainties. Arsenal and Chelsea are expected to comfortably secure top-four finishes, while Newcastle could compete for a top-five spot, potentially finishing ahead of Aston Villa, Tottenham, and Manchester United [1].
Chelsea finished fourth on the log in the 2024/2025 EPL season, and they will kick off their season against Crystal Palace at 15:00 on Sunday. Tottenham will play their first match against Burnley at 16:00, and Leeds United, Burnley, and Sunderland have earned promotion for the 2025/2026 season [1].
Leicester City was relegated this season after finishing at the bottom of the log. Wolves take on Man City at 18:30, and the match between Aston Villa and New Castle starts at 13:30. Leeds United will face Everton in the last Matchday 1 fixture on Monday at 21:00 [1].
The EPL features some of the best football players in the world, and fans can enjoy various betting opportunities. The Daily 8 soccer jackpot by 10bet is back, and they will also be launching a 5 star soccer tournament this week [2]. MBET has a football related promo such as a predictor pool on Superbru, where prizes are won each week [3].
In other news, Brighton vs Fulham starts at 16:00, and Everton is expected to improve, led by promising talent Thierno Barry [1]. Crystal Palace is projected to compete for European qualification if they retain key players like Eberechi Eze and Marc Guéhi [1][2].
Overall, the top contenders for the EPL 2025–26 season are Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Chelsea, with Newcastle as a strong dark horse. The odds favor Liverpool and Man City for the title, Chelsea and Arsenal for top-four security, and Newcastle to challenge in the upper half of the table [1][3][5].
[1] https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/53923822 [2] https://www.10bet.co.uk/ [3] https://www.mbet.co.uk/ [5] https://www.espn.com/soccer/english-premier-league/story/4638327/premier-league-2025-26-predictions-liverpool-man-city-and-arsenal-favourites-for-title-and-top-four
- For sports enthusiasts, the English Premier League (EPL) offers not only exciting football matches, but also casino games and sports betting opportunities.
- Apart from the predicted EPL 2025–26 champions Liverpool, sports betting sites such as 10bet offer odds for other teams like Manchester City, Arsenal, and Chelsea to secure the title.
- Football fans can also participate in football-related promotions like the 5 star soccer tournament by 10bet, or the predictor pool on Superbru by MBET, providing more ways to engage with the EPL.
