Premiership Betting Review - 1 May 2006
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Premiership Betting Review - May 1, 2006
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Chelsea secured the Premiership title in spectacular fashion with a 3-0 victory over Manchester United, solidifying their status at the top.
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On Saturday, Chelsea officially secured the Premiership title with a convincing 3-0 win against second-placed Manchester United. The Blues only needed a draw to clinch the championship, but goals from William Gallas after five minutes, Joe Cole at 61, and Ricardo Carvalho at 73, ensured a commanding victory. Jose Mourinho’s squad retained their title with odds of 6/5.
Another pivotal match saw Portsmouth triumph over Wigan Athletic, as predicted. This victory relegated both Birmingham City and West Bromwich Albion, marking a tough day for West Midlands football. Henri Camara put Wigan ahead after 34 minutes, but Benjamin Mwaruwari’s debut goal at 63 and Matt Taylor’s penalty on 71 secured a 9/5 win for Portsmouth.
Birmingham City could only achieve a goalless draw against Newcastle United, when they desperately needed a win to maintain their Premiership hopes. This result was predicted at 12/5 before the match began.
Liverpool climbed level with Manchester United after a 3-1 victory over struggling Aston Villa. Fernando Morientes scored early on, but Gareth Barry equalized at 58 minutes. However, captain Steven Gerrard ensured victory with goals at 61 and 65 minutes, confirming a 3/10 win for Rafa Benitez’s team.
Tottenham Hotspur strengthened their hold on fourth place with a 1-0 triumph over Bolton Wanderers. Aaron Lennon’s decisive goal at the hour mark gave Spurs a 7/10 victory.
Fulham celebrated their first away win with a last-minute goal against Manchester City. Richard Dunne had given City the lead at 69 minutes, but Collins John equalized for the Cottagers six minutes before time. Steed Malbranque then secured an unexpected 3/1 win in stoppage time.
Alan Curbishley’s final home match as Charlton Athletic manager ended in a 2-0 defeat to Blackburn Rovers. Steven Reid’s goal before halftime and a Chris Powell own goal at 65 minutes took Mark Hughes’ side closer to UEFA Cup qualification, with odds of 8/5.
On Bank Holiday Monday, Arsenal ensured Sunderland completed their season without a home win, with a 3-0 triumph at the Stadium of Light. Arsenal, 3/10 favorites, scored three goals in a 14-minute first-half burst, courtesy of a Danny Collins own goal, Cesc Fabregas, and Thierry Henry.
Manchester United slipped a point ahead of Liverpool with a 0-0 draw against Middlesbrough at Old Trafford. Despite being odds-on favorites, United saw Ruud van Nistelrooy miss a penalty after 65 minutes, resulting in a draw at 9/2.
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