Weekend Betting Preview: Top Picks for Premier League, Horse Racing and Six Nations

Our panel of betting experts analyzes the key stats and trends to uncover the best value wagers for this weekend’s biggest sporting events. We break down the top Premier League clashes, highlight horses to watch at the Dublin Racing Festival, and examine the Six Nations rugby odds.

Arsenal vs Manchester City

The marquee Premier League matchup sees title contenders Arsenal host champions Manchester City. Our experts are eyeing these bets:

• Arsenal to receive a red card: 17/2
• Gabriel Magalhaes to be fouled 2+ times: 4/1
• Josko Gvardiol to have 2+ shots: 11/4

Arsenal have been prone to indiscipline under Mikel Arteta, while the physical battle between Gabriel and Erling Haaland could lead to fouls. City defender Gvardiol poses an aerial threat from set pieces.

Wolves vs Aston Villa

The Midlands derby features an injury-hit Villa side visiting Wolves. Our top picks include:

• Ezri Konsa to score: 12/1
• Jorgen Strand Larsen to have 2+ shots on target: 5/2
• Youri Tielemans to have 2+ shots: 9/5

Villa’s depleted defense could struggle with set pieces, while Wolves striker Strand Larsen has been getting plenty of chances recently. Midfielder Tielemans is always a threat from distance.

Dublin Racing Festival

All eyes will be on the Irish Gold Cup showdown between Galopin Des Champs (4/7 favorite) and Fact To File (7/2). The result could shake up the Cheltenham Gold Cup ante-post market.

Six Nations Rugby

France are 6/4 favorites to win the Six Nations, with Ireland 7/4 to claim a historic third straight title. England are 4/1 but face a tough opener in Ireland, where our expert tips:

• Ireland to beat England with a -6 handicap: Evens

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