Gameweek 23 of the 2025/26 Premier League season is upon us, and we look at some of the potential outcomes from this week’s thrilling battles, including the Arsenal vs Manchester United clash.
West Ham United vs Sunderland
West Ham United are up against Sunderland in the Premier League this weekend, and they will look to build on the win over Tottenham with another positive performance. The Hammers have won two in a row across all competitions and will look to get their season back on track now.
Nuno Espirito Santo’s men are 18th in the league table, and they need to start picking up points if they want to survive in the top flight. Meanwhile, Sunderland are ninth in the league table, and they managed to bounce back after a few mediocre performances with two consecutive victories over Everton and Crystal Palace.
The Black Cats will certainly fancy their chances here. West Ham are not at their best right now, and Sunderland will look to pile further misery on them. It will be interesting to see who comes out on top here. Both teams have the quality to grind out all three points, and they could cancel each other out.
Probable Bet: Draw
Burnley vs Tottenham Hotspur
Burnley will host Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League this weekend, and they will look to pick up a win at home. The Clarets are without a win in the last six Premier League matches. However, Scott Parker’s men managed to clinch draw against Liverpool in their last Premier League outing, and they have drawn against Manchester United recently as well.
They will certainly fancy their chances against Tottenham. The North London outfit are in poor form, having picked up just one win from their last six matches. Both teams will be desperate for a victory here, and this is likely to be an open contest with plenty of chances.
Neither side is particularly strong defensively, and a high-scoring game is likely. 16 goals have been scored in the last six matches between these two teams, and this one is unlikely to be any different.
Probable Bet: Over 2.5 goals
Fulham vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Fulham will take on Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League at the weekend, and they will look to bounce back from the disappointing defeat against Leeds United. The Cottagers have won in five of their last six matches in all competitions, and it remains to be seen whether they can get back to winning ways here.
On the other hand, Brighton & Hove Albion are unbeaten in their last five matches in all competitions. The two teams are separated by just one point, and this is likely to be an evenly matched contest.
Fulham are unbeaten in five of their last six matches against Brighton, and they will look to continue their impressive run of form here. A double chance on the home team could be ideal here.
Probable Bet: Fulham or draw
Manchester City vs Wolves
Manchester City will take on Wolves in the Premier League this weekend, and they will look to get back into the title race with a victory here. The Citizens are without a win in their last four Premier League matches, and Arsenal are pulling clear of them at the top of the table. They need to start picking up points here.
Manchester City have lost their last two matches across all competitions, and they will be desperate to bounce back. On the other hand, Wolves have been unbeaten in their last five matches in all competitions.
The Black Country outfit are fighting for survival, and they will be desperate to grind out a positive result here. However, Manchester City have an exceptional record against Wolves, winning five of their last six meetings. Pep Guardiola’s men are the better team, and they should be able to pick up all three points.
Probable Bet: Man City win
Bournemouth vs Liverpool
Bournemouth take on Liverpool in the Premier League this weekend, and they will look to get back to winning ways. The Cherries have just one win in their last six matches across all competitions.
On the other hand, Liverpool have picked up two wins from their last six matches in all competitions. The Reds were quite impressive in midweek against Marseille in the UEFA Champions League, and they will look to continue that form and get the job done here.
Liverpool have picked up wins in each of the last six matches against Bournemouth, and they will be the favourites here. However, they have failed to win their last four league matches, and the home team could make life difficult for them. Perhaps a double chance on the away side would be ideal.
Probable Bet: Liverpool or win
Crystal Palace vs Chelsea
Crystal Palace will host Chelsea in the Premier League this weekend, and they will look to get their stuttering campaign back on track. The Eagles have four defeats and two draws in their last six Premier League matches. They are struggling right now, and it will be interesting to see if they can bounce back.
Meanwhile, Chelsea ended their winless run in the Premier League with a win over Brentford. They will look to build on it. The Blues are pushing for a place in the top four, and they need to win these games.
Chelsea are unbeaten in their last six matches against Crystal Palace, and they will look to continue their impressive record against the Eagles. Crystal Palace are struggling with a lack of form and confidence right now, and they are likely to come up short here. A win for Chelsea is likely.
Probable Bet: Chelsea win
Newcastle United vs Aston Villa
Newcastle United will take on Aston Villa in the Premier League at the weekend, and they will look to continue their impressive form with a positive result at home. The Magpies have picked up four wins and a draw from their last six matches in all competitions.
On the other hand, Aston Villa have shown signs of decline in recent weeks. The Villans have won just two of their last five matches across all competitions. However, Unai Emery’s men are third in the league table, and they have been quite impressive this season.
Both teams will fancy their chances against each other, and this could be an open contest with plenty of opportunities. 24 goals have been scored in the last six matches between these two teams, and another high-scoring game is on the cards.
Probable Bet: Over 2.5 goals
Brentford vs Nottingham Forest
Brentford will take on Nottingham Forest in the Premier League this weekend, and they will look to get back to winning ways. The Bees were beaten by Chelsea in the last outing, but they have picked up four wins and a draw from their last six Premier League matches.
On the other hand, Nottingham Forest have lost four of their last six Premier League matches. They are 17th in the league table and fighting for survival. However, Brentford have been quite impressive, and they will certainly be the favourites here.
Nottingham Forest are without a win in four of their last five matches across all competitions, and this will be another difficult outing for them. A win for Brentford is on the cards this week.
Probable Bet: Brentford win
Arsenal vs Manchester United
Arsenal will take on Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday, and they will look to continue their title charge with a home win. The Gunners are unbeaten in the last six Premier League matches, but they have drawn two consecutive league games. They will look to pick up all three points here.
On the other hand, Manchester United ended their winless run with a morale-boosting victory over Manchester City in the derby. It will have given them an immense confidence boost. It remains to be seen whether they can grind out a positive result away from home.
Two of the last three matches between these two teams have ended in a draw, and it would not be a surprise if they cancel each other out once again.
Probable Bet: Draw
Everton vs Leeds United
Everton will take on Leeds United in the Premier League on Monday, and both teams will be desperate for a victory here. The two sides are in identical form, having won two of their last six matches across all competitions.
Everton will be fighting for a place in the top half, and Leeds United are fighting for survival. Neither side will want to slip up here. Everton are unbeaten in five of their last six matches against Leeds United, and they will look to put on a strong performance at home. Both teams have been difficult to beat in their last few outings in the league, and they could end up sharing the spoils here.
Probable Bet: Draw