English Premier League Betting: Manchester United vs. Blackburn Rovers

Manchester United slipped to only their second defeat on the season at Anfield Stadium at the weekend when they lost 2:0 to Liverpool. The loss also saw them relinquish top spot back to Chelsea FC. Manchester United will be looking to get back to their winning ways at the expense of Blackburn when they stop by at the Old Trafford on Saturday. The Rovers are after a 5:0 hammering at Stamford Bridge and as they hit the road, once again, many expect a similar fate is in store for them.

Soccer Betting Line:

Manchester United -1 -140 -240 2½ O -130 U +110 Draw +320
Blackburn Rovers +1 +120 +700 2½ O -130 U +110 Draw +320

Match Time: 11:00 am Eastern Time Saturday October 31, 2009
Venue: Old Trafford

Soccer Betting Analysis: Although Manchester United lost the clash against Liverpool, they rebounded in Carling League Cup action midweek, beating Barnsley 2:0 to advance into the quarterfinals. Looking ahead to their upcoming clash against an inconsistent Blackburn Rovers, Manchester United have to be feeling confident the three points are theirs for the taking.
Blackburn Rovers loss to Chelsea was expected, albeit perhaps not so hefty. They typically do not fare well against the top clubs in the league. Yet it didn’t knock a bother out of them as they went on the beat Peterborough 5:2 in Carling League Cup action and advance into the quarterfinals.

Soccer Betting Verdict: Manchester United will be looking to get back on track after their disappointing effort against Liverpool. Blackburn Rovers are the ideal club to come against at this point and winning this match shouldn’t be a problem for the Red Devils. Betting on the money line really doesn’t offer good bank for your buck so soccer bettors should look at betting on goals.

Seeing that Blackburn capitulates against top clubs taking the Over 2.5 at -130 seems the reasonable strategy.

Soccer Free Picks: Man U -240 | Over 2.5 -130