Manchester United VS Everton
Manchester United suffered a 2-0 defeat away to Newcastle last weekend before they bounced back with a 1-0 win over Brentford on Wednesday. Man United currently sit 4th in the Premier League. Everton drew one each with Spurs last Monday and they currently sit 16th in the table. In their previous 30 meetings, Man U have won 15 times whilst Everton have won 6 times. United have won both meetings so far this season by an aggregate score of 5-2. For Manchester United, they need to try and get some momentum back. United are ranked 8th in GPG (1.5) and they have the third-best home record in the league. As for Everton, they’ll be looking to keep their unbeaten streak going. The Toffees are ranked 18th in GPG (0.8) and they haven’t lost any of their last 4 games.
My Prediction: 2-1
Brentford VS Newcastle
Brentford drew 3-3 away to Brighton last weekend before they lost 1-0 at Manchester United last time out. Brentford currently sit 9th in the table. Newcastle picked up a great 2-0 win against Man United last week before they decimated West Ham 5-1 at the London Stadium. Newcastle currently sit third in the table. In their previous 6 meetings, Brentford have won once whilst Newcastle have won four times. Newcastle won the meeting earlier on in the season 5-1. For Brentford, they really need to start picking up some wins if they want to finish the season in the top 7. The Bees are ranked 6th in GPG (1.6) and they’re unbeaten in their last 5 home games (in all competitions). As for Newcastle United, a win here would really put them in a good position for Champions League football. The Magpies are ranked 6th in GPG (1.6) and they have the third-best away record in the league.
My Prediction: 2-3
Leicester VS Bournemouth
19th hosts 18th as Leicester City welcome AFC Bournemouth to the King Power Stadium. Leicester suffered back-to-back 2-1 losses against both Crystal Palace and Aston Villa in the past week. Bournemouth pulled off a great 2-1 victory at home to Fulham last week before they lost 2-0 at home to Brighton. In their previous 13 meetings, both Leicester and Bournemouth have won 4 times. For Leicester City, they have to win this game. The Foxes are ranked 9th in GPG (1.4) and they haven’t won a match for 8 matches. As for Bournemouth, this would be a big win for them if they were able to pull it off. The Cherries are ranked 14th in GPG (0.9) and they have the third-worst away record in the league.
My Prediction: 0-1
Fulham VS West Ham
Fulham suffered a disappointing 2-1 loss away to Bournemouth last weekend and they currently sit 10th in the table. West Ham took a positive step with a 1-0 win over Southampton before they went 3 steps back when they were destroyed 5-1 at home by Newcastle United. West Ham currently sit 15th in the league. In their previous 14 meetings, Fulham have won just twice whilst West Ham have won nine times. For Fulham, they need to pick up a victory here. The Cottagers are ranked 10th in GPG (1.4) and they’ve lost each of their last 4 games. As for West Ham United, they need to bounce back after a shambolic performance on Wednesday. The Hammers are ranked 15th in GPG (0.9) and they have the second-worst away record in the league.
My Prediction: 2-0
Tottenham VS Brighton
Tottenham host Brighton in what could have huge implications for which side finishes ahead of one another come May 28th. Tottenham drew 1-1 away to Everton last time out and they currently sit 5th in the table. Brighton drew three all with Brentford last weekend before they picked up a 2-0 win away to Bournemouth. Brighton currently sit in 6th place. In their previous 14 meetings, Tottenham have won 10 times whilst Brighton have won 3 times. Only one team has scored in each of their last 4 Premier League meetings. For Tottenham Hotspur, a loss here would really dent their Champions League hopes. Spurs are ranked 4th in GPG (1.8) and they have the 5th best home record in the league. As for Brighton, a win here would be huge for them. The Seagulls are ranked 3rd in GPG (1.9) and they’re unbeaten in their last 8 away games.
My Prediction: 1-3
Aston Villa VS Nottingham Forest
Aston Villa picked up a great 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge last weekend before they won 2-1 at Leicester. Villa currently sit 7th in the Premier League. Nottingham Forest drew 1-1 with Wolves last weekend before they lost 2-1 at Leeds midweek. Notts Forest currently sit just outside the relegation zone in 17th. In their previous 9 meetings, Villa have won 3 times, Forest have won twice and there have been 4 draws. For Aston Villa, they’ll expect to keep their great run of form going. Villa are ranked 11th in GPG (1.3) and they’re unbeaten in their last 6 games (5W,1D). As for Nottingham Forest, they need to start picking up some wins if they’re going to avoid the drop. Forest are ranked 16th in GPG (0.8) and they have the worst away record in the league.
My Prediction: 4-0
Wolves VS Chelsea
Wolverhampton Wanderers drew 1-1 away to Nottingham Forest last weekend and they currently sit 14th in the table. Chelsea lost 2-0 at home to Aston Villa last weekend before they drew 0-0 with Liverpool. Chelsea currently sit 11th in the Premier League. In their previous 15 meetings, Wolves have won 3 times whilst Chelsea have won 8 times. For Wolverhampton Wanderers, they need to start building a gap between them and the bottom 3. Wolves are ranked 18th in GPG (0.8) and they have the third-worst home record in the league. As for Chelsea, will Frank Lampard improve the clubs' fortunes? The Blues are ranked 13th in GPG (1.0) and they have the 9th-best away record in the league.
My Prediction: 1-0
Southampton VS Manchester City
Bottom of the table Southampton host second in the table Manchester City hoping to replicate their brilliant Carabao Cup victory from earlier on in the season. Southampton’s last game saw them lose 1-0 away to West Ham United and they currently find themselves 4 points off safety. Manchester City were excellent last time out as they thrashed Liverpool 4-1 to remain 8 points behind league leaders Arsenal. In their previous 24 meetings, Southampton have won 4 times whilst Man City have won 16 times. For Southampton, a result here would be sensational. The Saints are ranked 18th in GPG (0.8) and they have the worst home record in the league. As for Manchester City, they should be winning this game comfortably. City are ranked 1st in GPG (2.5) and they’ve won all of their last 7 games.
My Prediction: 1-2
Leeds VS Crystal Palace
Leeds host Crystal Palace as both teams look to extend their gap to the bottom 3. Leeds were stuffed 4-1 by Arsenal last weekend before they bounced back with a 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest. Leeds currently sit 13th in the table. Crystal Palace finally got back to winning ways with a 2-1 victory over Leicester last weekend as they remain in 12th. In their previous 12 meetings, Leeds have won 42% of the time compared to Palace’s 25%. Palace are unbeaten in their last 3 games against Leeds. For Leeds United, this is a great chance for them to climb up the table. Leeds are ranked 12th in GPG (1.3) and they haven’t kept a clean sheet in any of their last 6 games. As for Crystal Palace, can Roy Hodgson make it back-to-back wins on his return to Crystal Palace? The Eagles are ranked 16th in GPG (0.8) and they haven’t won any of their last 6 away matches.
My Prediction: 0-0
Liverpool VS Arsenal
Liverpool host Arsenal in a huge Premier League clash. Liverpool were thrashed 4-1 by Manchester City last weekend before they drew 0-0 at Chelsea. Liverpool currently sit 8th in the table. Arsenal thrashed Leeds United 4-1 as they remain 8 points clear at the top of the Premier League. In their previous 31 meetings, Liverpool have won 12 times whilst Arsenal have won 7 times. For Liverpool, they can’t afford to lose another game this season. The Reds are ranked 5th in GPG (1.7) and they haven’t won any of their last 4 matches (1D,3L). As for Arsenal, a win here keeps them in a terrific position to end the season as Premier League Champions. The Gunners are ranked 2nd in GPG (2.4) and they have the best away record in the league.
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