The AFCON international competition is underway, but that doesn’t affect a weekend of elite-level domestic soccer analysis, and we’re here to supplement your betting needs for the best fixtures across Europe’s top-flight leagues.
Continue reading our betting previews and soccer odds from the Bundesliga and the English Premier League fixtures involving a London derby between Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace, a high-profile German clash involving RB Leipzig vs. Bayer Leverkusen, and some extra best bets across both leagues for good measure.
Picks Summary
- Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace Both Teams to Score (-145)
- Bayer Leverkusen Draw No Bet (+100)
*All odds Caesars Sportsbook (check our Caesars Sportsbook Review)
Arsenal FC vs. Crystal Palace FC
Saturday, January 20, 2024 – 07:30 AM ET at Emirates Stadium
Arsenal
Arsenal, who were leading the Premier League on Christmas Day, is now facing the possibility of falling out of the top four due to its struggles in attack during the winter season. Mikel Arteta’s team has been repeatedly punished for their wastefulness in front of goal.
Arsenal, under Arteta, have only managed to secure one victory out of their last seven matches across all tournaments. Even in that lone win against Brighton & Hove Albion, they squandered opportunities and almost suffered consequences in a 2-0 victory. This current seven-game stretch is the worst that Arsenal has experienced under Arteta’s management. Furthermore, they have recently lost their last two London derbies in the Premier League, breaking a streak of 17 unbeaten matches against capital rivals.
Crystal Palace
The visitors’ last encounter of the 2023 top-flight season resulted in a victory in a London derby, with a 3-1 defeat over Brentford. This win ended their disappointing streak of eight consecutive matches without a win in the Premier League. However, the Eagles have now gone nine league matches without preventing the opposing team from scoring.
The 2023-24 Premier League season has seen a record low of six points for Crystal Palace in London derbies. Despite previously limiting Arsenal to just one victory in eight matches from October 2018 to April 2022, Palace has lost their last three encounters with the Gunners. However, in their most recent meeting in August, the teams were only separated by a penalty scored by Martin Odegaard.
Premier League Matchday 21 Prediction, Odds & Trends
Following somewhat of a goal drought, Arsenal will benefit from a well-timed opportunity to rest and recover after a demanding and ultimately fruitless winter break. Additionally, the anticipated comeback of Gabriel Jesus will enhance the team’s attacking prowess.
While an Arsenal win in this fixture is likely, the moneyline odds aren’t tempting. However, Crystal Palace scored in five out of their previous six away matches, while Arteta’s men only managed to keep a clean sheet in three out of their ten home matches.
Supporting Trends
- Arsenal has achieved just three clean sheets at home this season
- Palace have scored at least one goal in 5 of their last 6 road games
Score Prediction: Arsenal 3 – Crystal Palace 1
Soccer Pick: Both Teams to Score (-145) at Caesars Sportsbook
RB Leipzig vs. Bayer Leverkusen
Saturday, January 20, 2024 – 12:30 PM ET at Red Bull Arena
RB Leipzig
The Red Bulls now occupy the fourth position in the league standings, with a three-point advantage in the Champions League positions and a 12-point deficit behind the table toppers.
Despite dominating possession with 63% and taking 31 shots, RB Leipzig experienced a 1-0 loss against Eintracht Frankfurt last time out as the visitors managed to score with their lone shot on target.
After a 1-1 draw against Werder Bremen before the Christmas break, the Red Bulls are currently on a two-game streak without a win as they approach Saturday’s highly anticipated match. That said, they only lost one of their first nine Bundesliga matches this season, achieving six victories in the process. However, they have experienced a downtrend, with three losses in their last eight encounters.
Bayer Leverkusen
Conversely, Bayer Leverkusen has not experienced any losses in any tournaments this season, demonstrating their exceptional skill under the leadership of Xabi Alonso. They’ve not lost in any of their 17 Bundesliga games, winning 14 of them, and they have also been undefeated in all 26 matches this season.
Leverkusen, having achieved a 14-game winning streak from September to November, is coming into Saturday’s match with a four-game winning streak.
Additionally, it is noteworthy that Alonso’s team possesses the most impressive defensive record in the German top division and the second most impressive attacking record.
Bundesliga Prediction, Best Bet & Trends
Considering RB Leipzig’s recent performances, where they have only earned one point in their past two league games, it seems reasonable to support Leverkusen as the underdogs. Better yet, in case of a tie game, we can back a draw no bet wager on the visitors for added protection.
Supporting Trends
- Leverkusen are undefeated in the Bundesliga this season
- Leverkusen have won 11 of their 13 away games in all competitions this term
- RB Leipzig are winless in two consecutive Bundesliga games
Score Prediction: RB Leipzig 1 – Bayer Leverkusen 2
Soccer Pick: Bayer Leverkusen Draw No Bet (+100) at Caesars Sportsbook
Extra European Soccer Best Bets
AFC Bournemouth vs. Liverpool FC – EPL
- When: Sunday, January 21 – 11:30 AM ET
- Best Bet: Liverpool ML (-135) at Caesars Sportsbook
Borussia Monchengladbach vs. FC Augsburg – Bundesliga
- When: Sunday, January 21 – 11:30 AM ET
- Best Bet: Mgladbach ML (-110) at Caesars Sportsbook
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