Premier League betting is the one area of sport where just about everyone you know has an interest, less harmful than the Grand National and packed with all the fun of the fair that tribalism and bragging rights can provide. Whether it’s an accumulator, both teams to score, or how many corners will be awarded, there is something for everyone.
Let’s have a look at the most fancied sides. Liverpool are the current favourites to win the 2025/26 Premier League title, followed closely by Manchester City and Arsenal. Liverpool’s dominant 2024/25 season, where they clinched the title with four games to spare, and significant summer signings like Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez, bolster their chances. They’ve started the 2025/26 season strongly, winning their first five matches, with Arne Slot’s management earning praise. Last term, several bookies paid out before the season was over!
Manchester City remain a close contender. Despite a trophyless 2024/25 season and finishing third, their strong start, including a 4-0 win over Wolves, and new signings like Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Ait-Nouri, make them a threat. The ongoing 115 alleged rule breaches could impact their campaign, but bookmakers still back them strongly – one has to wonder if the impending threat of punishment is weighing on some of the Cityzens’ minds.
Arsenal, after three consecutive second-place finishes, Arsenal are desperate to go one better. The addition of Viktor Gyökeres as a prolific No. 9 strengthens their attack, but concerns remain about their ability to handle pressure. A recent 3-0 win with Martin Zubimendi scoring twice shows promise.
Manchester United continue to limp ever onwards; they’re currently a long shot, but have significant betting action (33.4% of total dollars wagered at Bet MGM). Their poor 2024/25 season (15th place) raises significant doubts, but new signings like Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko offer some hope.
The best of the rest (Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Tottenham) are considered for top-four finishes rather than title contenders. Newcastle’s transfer activity and Tottenham’s Europa League success, and the addition of Thomas Frank make them teams to watch. The problem with Spurs is probably best summed up by the recent performance against Brighton & Hove Albion.
Spurs have implemented some tactical improvements, and the culture within the first team squad feels more accountable, but some players are simply not good enough.
Mathys Tel doesn’t look to be the required standard, and Wilson Oderbert also appears to be struggling to make the Premier League grade.
Where will you place your bets?
