Sunday, May 20th, 2012
Blackburn Rovers v Arsenal is always an interesting prospect, not least because of the ill disguised loathing between Arsene Wenger and Sam Allardyce.
You can check out Betfair’s odds on the game here
Blackburn remain a force at home in the Premier League, while Arsenal are fresh from their mauling of Blackpool. Despite that Arsenal are short priced favourites to come away from Ewood Park with a win. Check out the Betfair odds and claim a free £25 bet.
Blackburn 11/2 with Paddy Power, Arsenal 4/6 with VC Bet, Draw 14/5 with Betfred
Sam Allardyce has made Blackburn Rovers into a real force at home, but Wenger has already been on his case, criticising their technique of blocking in goalkeepers at corners. If he had a big goalkeeper who could make his way through the bodies like say, Mark Schwarzer, this might not be such a problem.
Blackburn could welcome back David Dunn, always important, while striker Mame Biram Diouf may get an opportunity after his hat-trick. Arsenal have Laurent Koscielny back after suspension but new signing Sebastien Squillaci will not play. Robin Van Persie and Cesc Fabregas can come back in after sitting on the bench for the jaunt with Blackpool.
With Arsenal making noises of concern and Rovers so strong at home the value bet lies here in the draw. Get on at 14/5 with Betfred, they offer a £50 free bet to new customers!