Premier League: Arsenal Keep Title Hopes Alive While Man Utd Struggle - Odds Watch

Mikel Merino scored twice for Arsenal in their game against Leicester to keep the title hopes alive. Manchester United, meanwhile, are still struggling with Ruben Amorim's position now under scrutiny. This and more in the latest PL odds recap.

Liverpool Clinch Crucial Win Amid Arsenal Form

Mikel Merino netted a brace after he was subbed on as a makeshift striker in Arsenal’s weekend victory over Leicester. A recent season-ending injury to Kai Havertz left the club short in the attacking department. 

The Gunners lined up with a front three consisting of Leandro Trossard, Raheem Sterling and teenage talent Ethan Nwaneri before Mikel Arteta looked to Spaniard Merino to make the difference. His two goals secured a huge three points in Arsenal’s pursuit of the title, to win which they’re 10/3. 

Liverpool beat Wolves in what ended as a fairly even contest at Anfield. First-half goals from Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah saw the Reds two goals to the good before Matheus Cunha’s stunner made for a more interesting tie midway through the second half. 

The win saw Arne Slot’s side go seven points clear at the top of the table. They survived a possible slip after a fiery affair versus Everton ended in a draw midweek. Liverpool are 1/4 to lift the Premier League title. 

Marmoush Inspires City's Newcastle Thrashing

Manchester City thrashed Newcastle 4-0 and had the brilliance of Omar Marmoush to thank for it. His first-half hat-trick enforced the quality he’d shown in his limited time at City so far. Fellow signing Nico Gonzalez also stood out, with Pep Guardiola jokingly referring to him as “mini Rodri," which is quite the compliment. 

James McAtee capped off a fine Cityzens performance and secured an important victory in their charge to secure a top-four position. They’re now 2/5 to make those places and be playing Champions League football next season as a guarantee. 

Newcastle were on the receiving end of the aforementioned City thumping. The Mags may have fancied their chances beforehand following the hosts’ recent loss to Real Madrid at the Etihad and their overall form. 

This was not to be, much to the disappointment of Eddie Howe. His Newcastle side felt the effects of the loss in the current standings, now in 7th place. They’re now 3/1 to make the top four spots. 

Injury-Stricken Everton Claim Three Points in the Capital

David Moyes has rejuvenated Everton, and much of their success so far in his tenure has to go down to his trust in Beto. The big man up front has been flying under the Scot, adding another goal in the Toffees’ 2-1 win away at Crystal Palace. 

His goal was the fourth he’s scored already under Moyes in 5 Premier League games. A special mention must be made for Charly Alcarez in his full debut, registering a goal and an assist. Everton are now 50/1 to be relegated come the end of the season. 

West Ham are now three points behind Everton, despite having been eight points ahead of them when their former manager took over the Toffees. The Hammers looked dull as they were beaten 1-0 when they hosted Brentford. Their dreary form has left them 16/1 to be relegated. 

Placed below them, in the first safety spot, are Wolves. As mentioned, they gave the league leaders a decent game but didn’t quite have enough to claim any points. They’re narrowly ahead of Ipswich and Leicester and are 11/4 to make the drop to the Championship. 

Ange Postecoglu Gets The Better Of Ruben Amorim

Ange Postecoglu watched his team knocked out of domestic competitions in successive games before they faced Manchester United on Sunday. However, he managed to avoid any further misery when James Maddison’s goal claimed all three points for Spurs. After their victory, the Australian is now 6/5 to be the next manager to leave post. 

Ruud van Nistlerooy remains one of the favourites to be the next manager to leave post in the Premier League at 2/1 Leicester have won just one of their last eleven league games and their upcoming fixtures do not seem to present many opportunities to change that. 

Enzo Maresca has come under fire as Chelsea boss after he watched his team lose twice in a week to a manager he’s made some fairly pressing comments about. Some Chelsea fans are starting to feel some slight frustration when watching their team. Maresca is 10/1 to be the next PL manager to leave post.  

Salah Four Goals to the Good in Golden Boot Chase

Mohamed Salah has gone four goals to the good in his pursuit of the Premier League Golden Boot. His goals against Everton and Wolves were his 22nd and 23rd of the season, and he is now 2/5 to win the award. 

Chris Wood did score again despite his team's disappointing loss at the hands of Fulham. Wood has now netted 18 league goals this season, and he’s 20/1 to win the Golden Boot. 

Alexander Isak has been goalless in his last three Premier League games, following his brace against Southampton. As such, his tally has remained at 17 and is in danger of falling away in the race to score the most goals. He is 14/1 to win the Golden Boot.