Often special high profiled games end with a draw. These teams share the same ground, and the fear of loosing a local derby is always greater than the will to win. Sometimes two teams only need a draw to qualify for a championship, or to avoid relegation. Sometimes one team need a draw to ensure the championship, while to opposition need a draw to beat the drop. Bookmakers are very alert to these situations, and prices are often slashed in these situations.
English teams play for pride, and for the sake of the sport's reputation.
For us punters, it's a must to bet on these games, but very often bookmakers won't accept bets. Time to read about value. What is valuebetting, and how, and where do you look for it.