2-1 wins for United over Liverpool and Arsenal over Sunderland - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

Here's a look at the weekend's biggest Premier League fixtures and the best bets to place this weekend.

Manchester United v Liverpool

All eyes will be on Old Trafford this weekend when arch rivals Man United and Liverpool face off in what promises to be a fiery encounter (12.

Football, or soccer, is one of the most popular sports in the world, so naturally football betting would be one of the most popular forms of sports betting around. Betting on various aspects of a football game adds an extra dimension of suspense to the game, since you have a very real stake in the outcome, win, lose or draw.

Manchester United's best chance of beating Chelsea - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

With the Manchester clubs tied on points at the top of the table and only Tottenham with an outside chance at the title, this year's Premier League is almost guaranteed to be Manchester-bound.

But it's not an easy road Manchester United still have City, Tottenham and Chelsea (this weekend) away, plus Liverpool home.

FA Cup Preview: United to finally beat Liverpool at Anfield - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

Here's a look ahead at the biggest matches in the FA Cup fourth round this weekend, along with top betting tips for each game.

Liverpool v Manchester United

No doubting the big game of this weekend's FA Cup fourth round action as Liverpool play host to arch rivals Manchester united in what promises to be an action packed and explosive encounter.

Why United, City and Liverpool should get three points this weekend - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

With United traveling to Arsenal and Tottenham going north to Manchester City, there's a lot to look forward to this week.

Here's a look at the top betting tips and the best matches this weekend.

Premier League Preview: Upset at the Bridge and a third defeat for United? - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

With Tottenham tied on points with Manchester United and City hitting a bump in form, the title race is becoming more wide open, and in turn it leaves three teams three of the original Big Four, Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea fighting it out for the fourth place.

FA Cup Tips: Henry returns to Arsenal and 2012′s first Manchester derby - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

Liverpool are 1.12 to beat Oldham tonight and progress into the next round of the FA Cup, and it really should be a case of how many they win by despite their poor home record.

The Reds have won all three previous meetings between the two sides in this competition, and although they have been eliminated at this stage in each of the last two seasons it's 88 years since they went three consecutive seasons without making it past the third round.

Southampton The Saints' rise under Nigel Adkins has been mightily impressive, and they are still in a position to 'do a Norwich' and gain consecutive promotions up into the Premier League, but the wheels have fallen off a touch recently. In fact, Southampton have won just of their last six games, including defeats to Bristol [.

Bookmakers William Hill have agreed a two-and-a-half year deal with The Football Association to become an 'Official Supporter' of the England football team, and 'Official Supporter' and 'Official Betting Partner' of the FA Cup.

Manchester United to end 2011 top of the table - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

The New Year weekend will most likely see Manchester United end 2011 at the top of the table (albeit having played a game more than City), although City will be away to Sunderland on Sunday and it should be business as usual at the top of the table for them come Monday morning.

Boxing Day Preview: Manchester United, Chelsea And Winning Bets - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

Premier League clubs are all set for Boxing Day showdown as 14 teams take to the field on Monday, with the remaining 6 playing on Tuesday. Here's a look at the choicest fixtures from the next two days and the best betting odds for them.

Betting Preview: Robin van Persie to lead Arsenal to a win over Manchester City? - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

Even after suffering their first defeat of the Premier League season, Manchester City still sit atop the Premier League table, but archrivals and reigning league champions Manchester United are only two points behind and ready to pounce, and Tottenham, Chelsea, and Arsenal can‘t be dismissed at this juncture.

Betting Preview: Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham and United to catch up with City - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

This weekend, the big teams have a chance to catch up with the Premier League leaders Manchester City, and you can get great betting odds for United, Arsenal and co.

Chelsea, Newcastle fight for Champions League as Man Utd face must-win situation - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

Man United is in danger of slipping to third as Spurs step up their game as Newcastle and Chelsea face-off for the UEFA Champions League spot. The Gunners are expected to cruise to victory in their visit to 19th place Wigan.

Man City can doom Liverpool revival while Utd, Chelsea & Arsenal are favorites to win - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

Liverpool once again take centre stage this weekend when they play host to Premiership leaders Manchester City at Anfield on Sunday (4pm KO, Live on Sky Sports 1), and they look decent value at 2.

Premier League Weekend Review: Blues v Reds & Arsenal to move closer to Champions League - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

The big game this weekend sees Chelsea play host to Liverpool on Sunday (4pm KO, Live on Sky Sports 1), and the stats suggest that the Merseysiders are a bit of value at 4.

Premier League Weekend Review: Easy games for Arsenal, Chelsea, Man Utd & Liverpool - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

The big clubs of England play the minnows this weekend with odds largely in favor of the giants formerly known as the 'top 4′. Here's a look at the betting situation heading into the Matchday 11 of the English Premier League.

Premier League Weekend Preview: London derby at Stamford Bridge & United to visit Everton - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

Two terrific big clashes to look forward on Saturday, with Everton playing host to Manchester United and Chelsea and Arsenal going head-to-head in the London derby.

Premier League Weekend Preview: London derby at Stamford Bridge & United to visit Everton - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

Two terrific big clashes to look forward on Saturday, with Everton playing host to Manchester United and Chelsea and Arsenal going head-to-head in the London derby.

The FA have opened an investigation into claims that John Terry racially abused Anton Ferdinand during Chelsea's 1-0 defeat against QPR on Sunday.

Terry seemed to have been captured on video shouting racial abuse at the Super Hoops defender during the game, something the Chelsea captain claims was taken out of context.

Newcastle take on Blackburn in the Carling Cup on Wednesday. Going on form it should be a routine victory for the Magpies who are unbeaten, but manager Alan Pardew has refused to rule out making changes to his squad.

Premier League Weekend Preview: Title deciding Manchester derby and more! - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

The top two go head to head on Sunday when Manchester United take on neighbours and arch rivals City at Old Trafford, and Sir Alex Ferguson's side have to be the call at odds-against.

Premier League Betting: Time for United to finally beat Liverpool? - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

All eyes will be on Anfield this Saturday lunchtime when arch rivals Liverpool and Manchester United clash in what Sir Alex Ferguson has labelled the "biggest club game in the world".

Liverpool v Manchester United Betting

The United boss believes the square off eclipses matches between Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid.

Steven Gerrard could make his first start this season for Liverpool in the Premier League on Saturday when bitter rivals Manchester United arrive at Anfield.

Steven Gerrard could make his first start this season for Liverpool in the Premier League on Saturday when bitter rivals Manchester United arrive at Anfield.

Weekend Betting: Why Everton can stop City - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

Sky cameras are at Main Road on Saturday to see Manchester City take on Everton (12.45pm KO) and the bookmakers make the home side red hot favourites at 1.44 to bag all three points.

However the stats suggest that it may not be as clear cut as the odds suggest.

Weekend Bets: Back United to beat Chelsea and Liverpool to beat Tottenham - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

After a midweek that saw only one British side win in Europe, we're back to a fantastic weekend of Premier League action, with the headline matches on Sunday as Manchester United take on Chelsea at Old Trafford and Liverpool travel to White Hart Lane to meet Tottenham.

Where to put your money Over the past few seasons football betting has changed. No longer do football bettors merely consider results like the home banker, the away win or the draw. Today there are a vast number of betting markets that used correctly can provide significant returns regardless of the outcome.

Ladbrokes have made a big splash with a £50 free bet offer for new customers and they will also have a big TV campaign running for the start of the football season. Ladbrokes are the biggest sports betting brand in the world and the Magic Sign have caused a stir on the eve of the football season by improving their new customer offer so that a £50 free bet is now available when you open an account.

Celtic Football Club have announced a new partnership with online betting firm BETDAQ who will work with the club to offer supporters the best odds on matches and a range of sporting events.

Why Barcelona Beat Manchester United in This Year's Champion's League Final - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

FC Barcelona and Manchester United FC went to battle at Wembley for the 2010/2011 Champions League on 28 May, the Spanish giants running the English champion's ragged in a 3-1 victory.

It must have been a frustrating season for Jermaine Defoe. Anticipated to lead the line in Tottenham's maiden Champions League campaign while expected to score the goals that would keep Manchester City at bay long enough for the club to secure their place in European football's premier competition once more; for one reason or another it never really happened for our lad.

The FA has suggested it is unlikely to resurrect the Home Nations tournament on a permanent basis, instead looking to reinstate the tournament to celebrate its 150th birthday.
New sponsors Vauxhall are said to be eager to have the competition on a yearly basis but the FA have now moved quash any speculation surrounding the tournament.