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The Premier League is back with the first full schedule of games in 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n

And Matchday 20 should be a post-Christmas cracker, headlined by a huge clash between Manchester City and Chelsea.<\/span><\/p>\n

Elsewhere, table-toppers Arsenal travel to Bournemouth, while Leeds and Manchester United face off in a fierce derby.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, make sure to have a good look at our first round of betting tips in 2026, and all the latest Premier League odds<\/a> are available to view right here on NetBet<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s begin\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

*All odds are subject to change<\/b><\/p>\n

Bournemouth vs Arsenal: Player to score or assist – Martin Odegaard @ 2.27<\/b><\/h2>\n

Odegaard looks to be rediscovering his best form, which is huge for Arsenal in the title race. The Norwegian playmaker scored the crucial opening goal in the 2-1 win over Brighton, and then chipped in with a vital assist for Martin Zubimendi in Tuesday night\u2019s massive 4-1 success vs Aston Villa. And tomorrow evening, Odegaard and his colleagues take on a Bournemouth back-line which has shipped 11 goals in the last four matches. As such, this selection could represent tremendous value, especially as Odegaard boasts a record of three goals and three assists in five games against Bournemouth!<\/span><\/p>\n

West Ham to beat Wolves @ 2.83<\/b><\/h2>\n

Okay, we are very surprised to see West Ham priced as the underdogs here. Yes, the Hammers are struggling, but rock-bottom Wolves have mustered just a single point on home soil this season. Relegation is all but a certainty for the Wanderers, while the Hammers are still fighting for their lives. There were signs of life in East London on Tuesday as Nuno Espirito Santo\u2019s side drew 2-2 with Brighton, and captain Jarrod Bowen was back on the scoresheet. Furthermore, two of West Ham\u2019s three wins this season have come away from home, which is another part of the reason why they get our seal of approval here.<\/span><\/p>\n

Leeds vs Manchester United: Anytime goalscorer – Dominic Calvert-Lewin @ 2.63<\/b><\/h2>\n

Calvert-Lewin\u2019s scoring run came to an end on Thursday, though the Englishman only appeared off the bench in Leeds\u2019 0-0 draw at Liverpool. Daniel Farke clearly opted to rest his main man for this huge derby fixture, which may very well prove to be a masterstroke. United are really struggling with injuries and AFCON absentees, mustering only a 1-1 draw with Wolves at Old Trafford last time out. Furthermore, the Red Devils are yet to keep a clean sheet on the road this season, which only makes another Calvert-Lewin goal look more likely. He already has eight to his name in the 2025-26 Premier League, netting in each of the last three at Elland Road.<\/span><\/p>\n

Manchester City vs Chelsea: Both teams to score – Yes @ 1.55<\/b><\/h2>\n

Enzo Maresca\u2019s shock exit is the big story ahead of kick-off at the Etihad. The news helps make City the big favourites to win here, though managerless Chelsea certainly have the tools to spring a surprise – even without the suspended Moises Caicedo. With the likes of Erling Haaland, Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro expected to take to the field on Sunday, this has the makings of a goal-fest. The BTTS selection landed in each of the last two matches between these sides at the Etihad, with last season\u2019s contest finishing 3-1 in City\u2019s favour.<\/span><\/p>\n

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