Arsenal is one of the most recognizable soccer club names in the world and this high profile has come from their success in the English Premier League and European tournaments such as Champions League. Arsenal is one of the most successful clubs in English football, with more than a dozen league titles and more FA Cup wins than any other club, ahead of rivals such as Manchester United.
On this page we look at where you can bet on Arsenal, explain the most common bets and how to read the odds, and finish with a step by step guide to getting started.
Where Can You Bet On Arsenal?
Where you can bet on Arsenal depends on where you live. Here is a quick look at the main options in the United States, Canada, the UK and elsewhere.
United States
Sports betting is legal in more than 35 states plus Washington, D.C. Licensed sportsbooks in every legal state offer odds on Arsenal’s Premier League and cup matches. You must be 21 or older in most states and physically located in a state where the sportsbook is licensed. Offshore sportsbooks also accept bets from Americans, but they are not licensed or regulated by any US state, which means there is no state regulator to turn to if there is a dispute over a bet or a withdrawal.
Canada
Ontario has a regulated market of licensed online sportsbooks, and the other provinces offer online betting through their provincial lottery sites. The legal betting age is 19 in most provinces and 18 in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec. Most sites cover Premier League matches, but the range of markets varies, so check what is offered before signing up.
United Kingdom
The UK has one of the biggest soccer betting markets in the world, and licensed bookmakers offer odds on every Premier League and Champions League match, with extensive in-play and player prop markets. Use an operator licensed by the Gambling Commission, which requires you to be 18 or older and verifies your identity before you can bet.
Elsewhere
Many other countries regulate online betting with their own licensing systems, while some restrict it. Check the rules in your country before signing up with any betting site, and stick to operators licensed where you live.
Arsenal Bets
There are many different ways you can bet on Arsenal online. The most common option would be to bet on their matches, but it is also possible to bet on them to win the English Premier League this year or other competitions.
Bet On Arsenal Matches
Some common bets that you can make on Arsenal matches include money line betting, spread betting and over/under betting.
Money line betting is the most common and it involves wagering on whether Arsenal will win, lose or draw a match. Depending on the quality of their competition the odds will vary. Here is an example:
Manchester United +103
Arsenal +255
Draw +240
In this example Arsenal is a fairly big underdog and a $100 bet on Arsenal wins $255 ($355 payout) if they pull out the win.
Spread betting is more common when Arsenal plays weaker opponents that they are expected to beat by a few goals. The spread could be something like 1.5 goals, which would mean Arsenal would have to win by 2 or more for a spread bet on Arsenal to payout.
Over/under betting involves the total number of goals scored in the game. A typical over/under amount might be 2.5 and you could wager on whether there will be more or fewer than 2.5 goals scored in the game.
Arsenal Futures Betting
You can also place many futures bets on Arsenal in any given season. For example, you could place a futures bet on Arsenal finishing atop the EPL table at the end of the season or them winning the FA Cup. If they are participating in European competitions you could also bet on them to win the Champions League tournament or the UEFA Europa League. Any competition that Arsenal is in will have odds on them to win it all.
How To Bet On Arsenal – Step By Step
Whichever site you choose, the process of getting started is similar. Here’s a general guide.
Step 1. Choose a Licensed Site
Pick a sportsbook that is licensed where you live and offers Arsenal markets. Review the options above before signing up.
Step 2. Check The Age and Location Rules
The minimum age is 21 in most US states, 18 or 19 in Canada depending on the province, and 18 in the UK. Most licensed sites also confirm that you are located where they are licensed.
Step 3. Create and Verify Your Account
Sign up with your legal name, date of birth and address. Licensed sites are required to verify your identity, so you may be asked for a photo of your ID or other documents.
Step 4. Fund Your Account
Deposit using one of the site’s payment methods, which commonly include debit cards and bank transfers. Check how withdrawals work, and how long they take, before you deposit.
Step 5. Find The Market and Place Your Bet
Navigate to the soccer section, select the market you’re interested in, and enter your stake. Before confirming, check the odds and how much you stand to win.
Step 6. Set Limits
Decide on a budget before kickoff and stick to it. Most licensed sites let you set deposit and time limits in your account settings. If betting stops being fun, free help is available: call 1-800-GAMBLER in the US, ConnexOntario at 1-866-531-2600 in Ontario, or the National Gambling Helpline at 0808 8020 133 in the UK.
To learn more about the club visit the Arsenal Wikipedia page or check out their official website to keep up with the team.