- Haaland’s creative output has improved significantly in 2026.
- Brighton’s Elliot Anderson is adapting to a more attacking role.
- Fulham’s strong performance against bottom teams could be crucial for Tottenham’s survival.
- Glasner’s teams often struggle after European matches in the league.
- Arsenal’s defense remains elite, reducing goals conceded inside the box.
Haaland’s Creative Surge: A New Angle on Scoring
Everyone’s eyes are on Erling Haaland for goals. But his creative output is on the rise. In 2025, he only created 10 chances from open play in his first 18 league games.
Fast forward to 2026, and he’s already created 10 in just nine games.
With Manchester City expected to score twice, Haaland’s assist price of 7/2 with Sky Bet is worth considering. His role has shifted; he’s now rolling balls across the six-yard box and slipping runners behind defenses.
Brighton’s Positional Shift: More Shots, Fewer Defenders
Elliot Anderson has been moved further forward under Vitor Pereira, and the player himself admits it. This means more shots and a presence in the final third. Anderson fired off 17 shots across his last four appearances. The odds for two or more shots (11/8 with Sky Bet) are based on his old role, not his new one.
Fulham’s Aggressive Defense: A Real Threat to Tottenham
Spurs face relegation risks; they’re 5/1 to be in the Championship next season. Fulham have won their last five Premier League games against bottom-five sides and the last two with Spurs at home. Their structured approach and aggressive moments make them a formidable opponent.
Fulham are evens with Sky Bet for victory, which looks promising given Spurs’ defensive struggles.
Manchester United’s Post-Europe Wobble: A Predicted Downfall
With Manchester United out of Europe, they have an advantage. Oliver Glasner’s teams often struggle in the league after midweek knockout matches. Across the last eight fixtures immediately following such games, his teams have lost six and drawn one.
Arsenal’s Defensive Reliability: A Bet on Under 3.5 Goals
Arsenal’s defense remains elite; they haven’t allowed a properly constructed inside-the-box goal in nine games. The bet of Arsenal to win with under 3.5 goals at 11/8 with Sky Bet has a high chance of success.
Best Bets:
1pt on: Any goalkeeper to be fouled in Wolves vs Aston Villa (13/10 with Sky Bet)
1pt double on: West Ham & Fulham both to win (12/1 with Sky Bet)
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