Premier League Betting

The English Premier League officially began in 1992 and has proven to be the most popular soccer league in the world. There were initially 22 inaugural members of the new Premier League and of these, six clubs have been ever-present : Arsenal, Chelsea, Everton, Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur....When the Premier League was formed, there was always the intention to reduce the number of clubs to 20 to promote development and excellence at club and international level. This was achieved at the end of the 1994/95 season when four clubs were relegated and just two promoted. It is easy to see why the EPL is so popular as the games biggest stars go hammer and tong against each other for 38 games per season.

Fans from England fill the stadiums every weekend but this is just the tip of the iceberg as millions of fans from around the world follow their favourite teams. Betting on the Premier League has reached levels never seen before, especially in South Africa. Mzansibet is now your go to betting site as we have some of the most in depth betting markets for the Premier League.

Why Bet on the English Premier League

Soccer is the most bet on sport in the world, driving over 70% of all global sports bets each year. A large portion of these bets are placed on the English Premier League. The EPL is one of the most popular sports leagues in the world, reportedly bringing in over 4.7 billion views per year. Some of its biggest clubs include the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and Manchester City.

In terms of who will win the league this season, most experts predict it will either be Manchester City or Liverpool. Teams like Tottenham, Chelsea and Arsenal are favoured to do well but City and Liverpool have proven their dominance over the last few years. Another point of note for this season is that three new teams have been promoted from the division below.

Firstly, with the length of soccer games and the consistent changing of a game’s odds, focusing on live in-game betting is paramount. Promoting in-game betting and the value it brings to punters can bring plenty of added value for operators. Mzansibet will have live in play betting available on all EPL matches so you are never far from the action. Things change rapidly in the Premier League which adds an extra level of excitement.

Some of the biggest matches of the season include Manchester United vs Liverpool as these two are the most successful teams in English soccer history. The Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool has the most red cards in the league. The Manchester derby is also hotly contested while the North London derby sees Arsenal taking on Tottenham.

Betting on the EPL influences interest in the game being watched. Should a game wind up a one-sided contest, most of the fans say they stopped paying attention to the game as the result is a formality. All this changes when the same fans place a bet on the game. Due to there being hundreds of different betting markets like number of goals or number of corners, the result of the match becomes of secondary interest. Punters will be glued to their screen right until the final whistle to see if their exotic bet is a winner.

Popular Betting Markets for the English Premier League

What has made betting on the EPL so popular in recent years is the sheer number of betting options available to punters. Mzansibet has well over a hundred betting markets on a single soccer match with EPL games sometimes having as many as 500 different bets. It is great that there are so many different bets available but it is of no use if you do not know what each bet means. We have formulated a list of the most popular bets and explained each one in detail so you have a better understanding before placing a bet.

Three way bet (1x2): This traditional bet used to be the most common type of bet as there were not a lot of options available to punters when sports betting was first introduced. You could either choose Team 1 (Home) or Team 2 (Away) to win while the third option was the draw (x).There was a 33.3% chance of winning your bet which was not great odds. These days you can choose a double chance bet (1x) which increases your chances to 66.7% although the odds are low for this bet.

Accumulator bet: The accumulator/multi bet is the most popular bet as punters can win huge sums of money for a small bet. The principle of high risk, high reward is very prevalent as we encourage this bet by offering promotions like Odds Booster and Returning your Stake if the accumulator is one leg out.

Both teams to score ( BTTS): This is another bet that punters love specially if the teams that are playing are renowned for scoring many goals and not having the best defence, The BTTS bet is often used in football accumulators.

Over/Under bet: In this type of bet the bookie comes up with a total for goals eg.2.5 goals and the punter must decide if the total goals scored in the match will be over or under 2.5 goals. This is an excellent bet when two attack minded teams are playing as the over bet is usually a winner. Likewise when two teams that struggle to score, the under bet is a great bet.

Correct score bet: If you enjoy betting on the exact number of goals, you might like correct score wagers, which many bettors prefer. Guessing the correct score is difficult as you need to guess the total number of goals both teams will score by the end of the game. The chances of predicting the correct score is slim but the exceptional odds make it worth the risk.

Handicap betting: In handicap betting, bookies remove an advantage for a team or player over another by adding or reducing goals. The aim is to make the match tighter especially if a strong team is facing a weak team. Also known as the spread, handicap betting is a betting market that most major bookmakers offer and is commonly offered in such sports as soccer.

Tips and Strategies for Betting on the English Premier League

The EPL has been the most popular league for soccer punters for the last two decades but there are still some tips and strategies that can be adopted. Here are some helpful tips that you can use to win more often than you lose.

Research the form of teams: The league table can show a team's current form, but it doesn't always tell the whole story. For example, a team in 13th place might have recently dropped from 7th after losing five games in a row while the team in 14th could have just won three games in a row to climb out of the relegation zone. Based on this, it is clear that you should bet on the 14th placed team.

Make Goal based bets: Goals markets are often overlooked betting options with great profit potential. Like betting on corners, the outcome of the game doesn't matter for this type of bet. This makes it easier to predict and offers better odds compared to betting on match results.

Monitor injuries of the teams: It’s easy to stay on top of who’s fit and who’s facing a spell on the sidelines in the digital age we live in. Stats are easily available that you can use to find out about the availability of each squad while there are other apps and sites that you can use for real-time updates. One or two injuries or suspensions can drastically harm a team’s chances of winning and maybe turn their scintillating run of form into a desperate scramble to pick up points – remember this as you create the best soccer betting strategy.

Home ground form: The pattern for decades in soccer has suggested that home advantage plays a huge role in a team’s season. Taking advantage of the noise of fans in their stadium and becoming used to familiar surroundings is important for a club’s success and this is usually reflected in the odds. Take Liverpool for example as they have proven very difficult to beat at Anfield, so they can be used as a banker in multi bets.

Don't bet with your heart: If you want to win your soccer bets, use your head instead of your heart. Always check the team's recent performance and how they play at home and away. Some teams consistently perform well against certain opponents and you can find this information in the head-to-head records.

One of the most important points to remember is to always control your budget and never chase your losses. Set aside a predetermined amount to bet and if you lose, then that is fine as you budgeted that amount, win or lose.

Top Teams and Players in English Premier League

The early years of the Premier League were dominated by Manchester United and Arsenal before the emergence of Chelsea saw them win their inaugural Premier League title in 2004. Since its inception in 1992, the EPL has been won 13 times by Manchester United although they have failed to win a title since Sir Alex Ferguson left in 2013.

From 2010 onwards, the league has been dominated by the noisy neighbours, Manchester City. They have won six of the last seven titles, Liverpool's win in the 2019/20 season being the only thing stopping them from winning seven straight seasons. The Merseyside club have won 19 league titles but only have one win in the Premier League era.

There have been many great players over the years with the likes of Ronaldo, Thierry Henry, Alan Shearer and Steven Gerrard to name just a few. In recent times the dominance of City has seen players like Yaya Toure and more recently Kevin de Bruyne and Erling Haaland come to the fore. The Norwegian has rewritten the EPL scoring records and few will bet against him winning the Golden Boot for the third consecutive season. Liverpool's Mo Salah will be looking to regain the form that saw him win 3 Golden Boot awards. Mzansibet is gearing up with exciting offers for the upcoming Premier League season, so be sure to visit our site as the league approaches to explore all the promotions. In the meantime, you can register on our site today and claim a R100 welcome bonus which can be used to bet on your favourite sports. This is a great way to get started with your betting journey and experience the thrill of wagering on the EPL and other sports.

Promotions and Bonuses for English Premier League Betting

Mzansibet will not only have extensive betting markets for the EPL but there will be a host of other promotions for punters. Look out for big match special offers like odds boosters and deposit match offers. Don't forget the all year round welcome bonus of R100 on our site. This offer is only for new players joining the site for the first time.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a new and refreshing betting site to bet on the Premier League then you have come to the right place as Mzansibet will have all your soccer betting needs covered. Take advantage of our R100 welcome bonus and register on our site by following one of the links on this page. We will have in-depth markets for all 380 matches of the 2024/25 season so join today and become part of the Mzansibet family.