EPL Matchweek 2 Odds Report

• Looking Back at Matchweek 1
• Matchweek 2 Fixtures and Odds
• Where’s the Value?

Looking Back at Matchweek 1

The real surprise came from Sunderland, who dominated West Ham 3-0 despite being the outsider in the market. Nottingham Forest’s home win against Brentford also rewarded those who looked beyond the odds.

Matchweek 2 Fixtures and Odds

Bournemouth vs Wolves

• Bournemouth: 1.82
• Draw: 3.90
• Wolves: 4.20

Bournemouth are heavy favorites after a tough but spirited showing against Liverpool. Wolves, however, carry long odds that might be tempting considering Bournemouth’s inconsistency.

Brentford vs Aston Villa

• Brentford: 3.20
• Draw: 3.50
• Aston Villa: 2.26

Villa were held scoreless in Week 1 but still come in as favorites. Brentford’s home advantage at 3.20 could present good value, especially after Forest’s win last week highlighted how mid-table clubs can spring surprises.

Burnley vs Sunderland

• Burnley: 2.27
• Draw: 3.20
• Sunderland: 3.50

This one looks tricky. Sunderland shocked the odds in Matchweek 1, and at 3.50 for an away win, there’s real value if they carry that momentum. Burnley are slight favorites but far from convincing.

Arsenal vs Leeds

• Arsenal: 1.29
• Draw: 6.00
• Leeds: 10.00

Arsenal are overwhelming favorites, and rightly so after a steady opening win. Leeds’ odds reflect the gulf in quality – backing them would be a massive risk. The real angle here is whether Arsenal can cover handicaps or win with a clean sheet.

Everton vs Brighton

• Everton: 3.15
• Draw: 3.35
• Brighton: 2.35

Everton looked toothless in attack during Week 1, while Brighton remain a solid, high-pressing side. Brighton at 2.35 looks fair value, though a draw at 3.35 could also be on the cards.

Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest

• Palace: 2.40
• Draw: 3.30
• Forest: 3.15

Palace couldn’t score in their opener, while Forest impressed. At 3.15, Forest may be slightly undervalued by the market.

Fulham vs Manchester United

• Fulham: 3.30
• Draw: 3.55
• Manchester United: 2.19

United stumbled in their opener against Arsenal but will be looking to bounce back. At 2.19, they remain favorites, though Fulham’s home odds could attract risk-takers.

Newcastle vs Liverpool

• Newcastle: 3.30
• Draw: 3.90
• Liverpool: 2.08

A blockbuster to close Matchweek 2. Liverpool impressed against Bournemouth and carry short odds, but Newcastle at 3.30 at home could be a sneaky bet – especially with Liverpool prone to defensive lapses.

Where’s the Value?

• Sunderland at 3.50: They stunned in Matchweek 1, and Burnley don’t look unbeatable.
• Nottingham Forest at 3.15: Strong opening display, worth a punt against Palace.
• Newcastle at 3.30: Home crowd could tilt things against Liverpool’s high line.

For safe bets, Arsenal and Manchester City (against Tottenham) remain the most reliable heavy favorites.