Gameweek 37 of the Premier League is upon us, and we look at some of the potential outcomes from this week’s thrilling battles, including the crunch clash between Arsenal and Manchester United.
Fulham vs Manchester City
Fulham host Manchester City at the Etihad this weekend, and they will look to bounce back from their disappointing run of form. The home side have picked up just one win from the last six Premier League matches, and they are up against the best team in the league.
Manchester City have won the last 15 matches against the West London club, and they will be the firm favourites heading into the game. With the title on the line, Manchester City cannot afford any slip-ups at this stage of the season, and this is a must-win contest for them. The gulf in class between the two teams is quite significant, and Manchester City should be able to pick up a comprehensive away win.
Probable Bet: Man City win
Brentford vs Bournemouth
Brentford host Bournemouth in the Premier League this weekend, and they will look to get back to winning ways. The home team are coming into this game on the back of a two-match winless run. They have failed to win four of their last six league games, and the home fans will be expecting a strong reaction here.
On the other hand, Bournemouth have picked up just two wins from their last six league games, and they are coming into this game on the back of a defeat against Arsenal. The last time these two sides met, they played out a draw, and this is likely to be a cracking contest as well.
Neither side are quite organised at the back and this could be an open contest. 18 goals have been scored in the last six matches involving Bournemouth, and Brentford will look to get on the scoresheet here. Meanwhile the visitors have seen 15 goals scored in the last six matches. A high scoring contest is on the cards here.
Probable Bet: Over 2.5 goals/ Both teams to score
Newcastle United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Newcastle United host Brighton & Hove Albion at St. James’ Park on Saturday, and they will look to finish the season strongly here. The Magpies have picked up four wins from their last five Premier League matches, and they will be full of confidence setting into this game.
Meanwhile, Brighton ended their losing run with a win over Aston Villa last time out, and it will have given them immense confidence boost. 17 goals have been scored in the last six matches between these two teams, and this is likely to be another cracking contest. Matches between these two sides are often packed with goals and this is unlikely to be any different.
Both teams have looked vulnerable defensively, and they will look to outscore each other. Newcastle are in impressive form going forward and they have scored 13 goals in their last four outings. A high-scoring game is on the cards here.
Probable Bet: Over 2.5 goals
Tottenham vs Burnley
Tottenham Hotspur host Burnley in the Premier League this weekend, and they will look to get their top four bid back on track. Spurs have lost four league matches in a row, and Aston Villa are now favourites to secure UEFA Champions League qualification.
The hosts cannot afford anymore slip ups, and this is a must-win match for them. They are up against 19th-placed Burnley, who are one of the weakest teams in the division. The home fans will be expecting a strong performance here.
Tottenham have picked up ten wins from their last 11 home games against Burnley, and they have kept a clean sheet in the last five home matches against the Clarets. They will be the favourites to grind out all three points.
Probable Bet: Tottenham win
West Ham United vs Luton
West Ham United take on Luton Town at the London Stadium, and they will look to bounce back from there disappointing run of form with a win at home. The Hammers have picked up just one win from the last six league matches, and they are coming into this game on the back of a hammering against Chelsea.
Luton Town are in the relegation places and they are on a four match winless run. Both teams will be desperate for a win here and this is likely to be a crunch clash. Luton have failed to win 14 of their last 15 league games, and the last time these two sides met, West Ham managed to pick up a 2-1 win away from home.
In theory, the Hammers are the better team, and they should be able to grind out a win. However, West Ham have been quite poor defensively, and they have conceded at least twice in their last four league games. This is likely to be an open contest, and both teams are likely to get on the scoresheet here.
Probable Bet: Both teams to score
Wolves vs Crystal Palace
Wolves host Crystal Palace in the Premier League at the weekend, and they will look to bounce back after a disappointing defeat against Manchester City. On the other hand, Crystal Palace are in phenomenal form right now, and they have picked up four wins and a draw from their last five league games.
The Eagles will look to finish the season as strongly as possible, and they will fancy their chances against the struggling wolves. Palace have won five of their last six matches against Wolves, and they are undefeated in their last five league games. They should be able to grind out all three points here.
Probable Bet: Crystal Palace win
Everton vs Sheffield United
Everton host Sheffield United in the Premier League this weekend, and they will look to continue their impressive run of form with a win at home. The Toffees are unbeaten in five of their last six league games, picking up four wins in that time.
On the other hand, Sheffield United are at the bottom of the league table, with five defeats in a row. The Blades have conceded at least twice in their last ten league games, and they are completely devoid of form and confidence right now. Everton are full of confidence and momentum right now on the back of recent impressive performances. A home win is on the cards.
Probable Bet: Everton win
Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea
Nottingham Forest host Chelsea at City Ground this weekend, and they will look to build on the win over Sheffield United last time out. Meanwhile, Chelsea have now produced a couple of impressive performances over London rivals Tottenham and West Ham United. They will look to continue their recent run of form and put together a winning run now.
The Blues are undefeated in 11 of their last 12 league games, and they have scored at least twice in nine of their last 10 league matches. On paper, Chelsea have a better team, and they are in better form as well. The confidence and momentum should see them through here. An away when seems quite likely.
Probable Bet: Chelsea win
Manchester United vs Arsenal
Manchester United host Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday, and they will look to bounce back from their disappointing run of form with a positive result at home. The Red Devils have failed to win five of their last six league matches, and they have dropped down to eighth in the league table.
On the other hand, Arsenal are on a winning run, and they will be desperate to continue in that form. They are currently on top of the league table, but Manchester City are breathing down their necks. Dropping points here could prove to be fatal in the title race, and Arsenal will be desperate to win this one.
The Gunners have won 14 of their last 16 league games, and they have kept a clean sheet in six of their last eight league matches. Arsenal are the favourites to win here, and a double chance on the Gunners seems like a safe option.
Probable Bet: Arsenal or draw
Aston Villa vs Liverpool
Aston Villa host Liverpool at Villa Park on Monday, and they will look to bounce back from the disappointing defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion last time out. The West Midlands club have not won their last three matches in all competitions, and they will be looking to bounce back here.
Liverpool are in disappointing form as well, but they picked up a comprehensive victory against Tottenham, and that will have given them a confidence boost. The Reds are unbeaten in 26 of their last 29 league matches, but they will have to improve defensively if they want to win here.
Players like Ollie Watkins are impressive form right now, and Liverpool have conceded at least twice in their last three games. This is likely to be an open contest with a fair few goals. 16 goals have been conceded in the last six matches between these two teams, and this one is likely to be an action packed affair. Aston Villa have conceded 10 goals in the last five outings as well. A high-scoring contest is on the cards.
Probable Bet: Over 2.5 goals/ Both teams to score
