That was a long wait....

Well, it was a long wait but at long last the English Premier League is back on. All I need now is the NFL back in a couple of weeks and we can start making some real cash! Safe bet for the week has to be the top 2 from last season beating 2 of the promoted teams. Chelsea and Man Utd should have relatively little trouble in putting away West Brom and Newcastle. If you want to get a little more value I'd recommend putting Chelsea -1 which will get you. Newcastle will probably be a bit more of a test knowing the history between Newcastle and Man Utd. (Win)

Odds: 4/9 (Bet 365, Victor Chandler, Paddy Power)
Stake: 45
Returns: 20

For a little more reward to the bet above you might want to add in Wigan to beat new boys Blackpool. Everyone is expecting these guys to be the whipping boys this season as they weren't expected to get promoted and they have done relatively little to strengthen their squad up to now. Some promoted teams can be a surprise when they get into the premier league however! (Fail)

Odds: 7/4 (Bet365, Victor Chandler)

Stake: 12

Returns: 21

Liverpool play Arsenal on Sunday afternoon which is undoubtedly the match of the weekend. Liverpool are experiencing a period of resurgence since last season but I think this could be a bit of a false dawn for the Anfield faithful. I think Arsenal could take all 3 points in this match and at 2/1 I can't say no to that. If you want to be a bit safer you could take the "draw no bet" option at 11/10. (Fail)

Odds: 2/1 (Coral, Paddy Power)

Stake: 6

Returns: 12 points

2010/2011 Betting Season so far: Week 2
Safe Bets (Green) : +10 points
Cautious Bets (Orange) : -27 points
Danger Bets (Red): -8 points

Bets Outstanding: 
1) Kilkenny to win Hurling Championship
2) Cork/Dublin to win Football Championship