We’ve been on a strong run of late here at ATS towers, with Premier League picks boasting an 8-2 record last week. This weekend sees the end of the European soccer season, and there are some huge, season-defining games to get stuck in to.
Free Pick of the Week: West Ham vs. Leeds United
The Pick: West Ham United Moneyline (-167)
Secondary Play: Both Teams to Score (-115)
Model Projection: West Ham 2 – 1 Leeds (49% Win Probability)
Analysis
West Ham sit 18th, two points adrift of safety, knowing nothing less than a victory gives them a prayer of survival. Conversely, Daniel Farke’s Leeds side sit comfortably in 14th with 47 points, playing purely for professional pride.
While the Hammers’ form is dreadful (one win in their last five), our model leans heavily into the stark motivational disparity and suffocating atmosphere at the London Stadium. West Ham will look to Jarrod Bowen (8 goals, 10 assists) to spearhead an aggressive, forward-pouring attack against a Leeds side that has conceded in each of their last four away fixtures.
Expect West Ham to do their part of the survival equation, though their defensive fragility means Leeds on the counter will likely secure the BTTS landing. Get the full analysis here.
Premium Soccer Picks For This Weekend
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Today’s Top Soccer Predictions by League
Each day, our team of data-driven soccer betting experts scans the odds across global markets to uncover the best value on the board. You can find our in-depth match previews and model projections for this weekend’s slate here. All matches to be played on May 24.
Premier League
Manchester City vs Aston Villa
Liverpool vs Brentford
Nottingham Forest vs Bournemouth
Serie A
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