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English Premier League
12:30 – Leicester v Chelsea – 1.57 Chelsea
- Leicester City return to Premier League action with a point to prove after a tough international break. Their 3-0 loss to Manchester United compounded a dismal run of form, leaving them winless in their last three league outings (D1, L2). Adding to their woes, Ricardo Pereira is sidelined for four months, while the Foxes continue to struggle offensively, having scored exactly one goal in each of their five home league fixtures this season (W1, D2, L2). With forwards Jordan Ayew, Patson Daka, and Jamie Vardy unavailable, their firepower remains severely diminished.
- Chelsea, on the other hand, have flourished under Enzo Maresca’s management. The Blues sit third in the table (W5, D4, L2), and their last two visits to Leicester have ended with emphatic 3-0 victories. They’ve also been prolific against bottom-half sides away from home this season, netting an average of 2.75 goals per game. Maresca will hope to continue his impressive record against his former club, with Chelsea unbeaten in six head-to-head matches against Leicester (W5, D1).
- Leicester’s defensive frailties have been evident, with nine of their 11 league matches this season featuring both teams scoring. Meanwhile, Chelsea have been ruthless on the road, scoring first and securing victories in three away fixtures against bottom-half teams.
- Players to Watch
- Leicester: Stephy Mavididi scored against Chelsea in their last meeting but has struggled recently, picking up yellow cards in two of his last three appearances.
- Chelsea: Pedro Neto comes into this game in fine form, scoring in two consecutive games for club and country, with both goals arriving after the 65th minute.
- Prediction
- Chelsea’s attacking depth and recent dominance over Leicester make them clear favorites. Expect the Blues to capitalize on Leicester’s lack of firepower and defensive vulnerabilities.
- Predicted Score: Leicester 1-3 Chelsea
- Key Stats
- Nine (82%) of Leicester’s 11 league games this season have seen both teams score.
- Chelsea have scored three goals in each of their last two visits to Leicester.
- Leicester have scored exactly one goal in all five home league fixtures this season.
- Chelsea average 2.75 goals per game in away matches against bottom-half teams.
- Leicester are winless in their last three Premier League matches (D1, L2).
- Betting Insights
- Over 2.5 Goals: Likely, given Chelsea’s prolific scoring and Leicester’s defensive vulnerabilities.
- Both Teams to Score: High probability, as evidenced by Leicester’s record in 82% of their league games this season.
- First-Half Goal: Chelsea have often started strongly against bottom-half teams, suggesting an early goal is possible.
- Summary of Betting Angles
- Over 2.5 Goals: Likely
- Both Teams to Score: Likely
- First-Half Goal: Likely
15:00 – Arsenal v Nottingham Forest – 1.36 Arsenal
- This becomes a must win for Arsenal with a horrendous ( for them) winless run of 3!
- Arsenal return to Premier League action after the international break, eager to revive their title challenge. A winless streak of four league games (D2, L2) has left the Gunners nine points adrift of the top, a gap that already feels daunting despite just 11 matches being played. Yet, with no more international interruptions until March, Arsenal have the perfect opportunity to regain momentum.
- A clash with Nottingham Forest offers an ideal platform to do so. Arsenal have won six of the last seven Premier League head-to-heads (L1) against Forest, and an eight-match unbeaten home league run (W6, D2) adds to their confidence. Remarkably, the Gunners haven’t lost a Saturday Premier League home game since April 2022 (W17, D3).
- However, Nottingham Forest’s dream start to the season means they won’t arrive at the Emirates just to make up the numbers. Level on points with Arsenal after 11 rounds, Forest fans are daring to dream of European football, thanks to a solid start (W5, D4, L2). Their recent form on the road has been particularly impressive, with Forest unbeaten in their last seven away league games (W5, D2), including results against three top-six sides this season (W1, D2). Manager Nuno Espírito Santo also boasts a credible record at the Emirates, losing just one of his four visits as a manager (W1, D2).
- Players to Watch
- Arsenal: Gabriel Martinelli has been a consistent threat against Forest, with four goal involvements in five head-to-heads (G3, A1). His return to form was evident with a goal in Arsenal’s 1-1 draw against Chelsea before the break.
- Nottingham Forest: Murillo scored his first senior goal recently but stands out for his composure in possession, averaging 41 passes per game—more than any other Forest player this season.
- Prediction
- Despite Forest’s resilience, Arsenal’s strong home record and historical dominance in this fixture make them favorites. A tight contest is likely, but the Gunners should edge it.
- Predicted Score: Arsenal 2-1 Nottingham Forest
- Key Stats
- Arsenal are unbeaten in eight home league matches (W6, D2).
- Nottingham Forest are unbeaten in seven consecutive away league games (W5, D2).
- Arsenal have not lost a Saturday Premier League home game since April 2022 (W17, D3).
- Gabriel Martinelli has contributed to four goals in five head-to-heads against Forest.
- Seven of Nuno Espírito Santo’s last eight managerial meetings with Arsenal saw both teams score.
- Betting Insights
- Over 2.5 Goals: Likely, considering Arsenal’s attacking intent and Forest’s ability to trouble top sides.
- Both Teams to Score: Probable, with Forest scoring regularly away and Nuno’s history in Arsenal clashes supporting this trend.
- First-Half Goal: Likely, as both teams will want to set the tone early in an important fixture.
- Summary of Betting Angles
- Over 2.5 Goals: Likely
- Both Teams to Score: Likely
- First-Half Goal: Likely
15:00 – Aston Villa v Crystal Palace – 1.61 Aston Villa
- Aston Villa will look to shake off their recent slump and return to winning ways as they host struggling Crystal Palace. Last season’s surprise top-four finishers have seen their promising start to this campaign stutter, with just one win in their last six league games (D3, L2). However, Villa will take heart from their dominant record in this fixture, having gone unbeaten in their last 12 home Premier League meetings against Palace (W7, D4).
- Despite their strong historical record, manager Unai Emery faces a new challenge as he attempts to snap a four-match losing streak across all competitions—the first time in his managerial career he has experienced such a run. One of those defeats came against Palace in the League Cup (2-1), which may add psychological weight heading into this rematch.
- For Crystal Palace and their manager Oliver Glasner, the struggles are even greater. A poor start to the season has seen them drop into the bottom three, with just one win from their 11 league matches (D4, L6). Scoring woes have plagued the Eagles, who have managed just eight goals all season, the second-lowest tally in the league. Their record in front of goal against Villa also offers little encouragement, with only two goals scored across their last seven away league visits.
- Players to Watch
- Aston Villa: Morgan Rogers will be eager to build on the momentum of his recent England debut. All three of his league goals at Villa Park this season have come between the 40th and 50th minute, making him a threat around halftime.
- Crystal Palace: Jean-Philippe Mateta has a special affinity for playing against Villa, having scored more Premier League goals against them than any other side (4).
- Prediction
- Given Villa’s solid home record against Palace and the Eagles’ attacking struggles, the hosts are favorites to secure a narrow victory. Expect a defensively disciplined affair with limited goals.
- Predicted Score: Aston Villa 1-0 Crystal Palace
- Key Stats
- Aston Villa are unbeaten in their last 12 home Premier League meetings with Crystal Palace (W7, D4).
- Crystal Palace have scored just eight league goals this season, with five matches ending goalless for them.
- Palace’s Premier League matches average only 2.09 goals per game, the lowest in the league.
- Morgan Rogers has scored all three of his home goals for Villa between the 40th and 50th minute.
- Jean-Philippe Mateta has netted more Premier League goals against Villa than any other team (4).
- Betting Insights
- Over 2.5 Goals: Unlikely, given Palace’s low-scoring games and Villa’s current form.
- Both Teams to Score: Unlikely, as Palace have failed to score in five league matches this season.
- First-Half Goal: Possible, especially with Morgan Rogers’ tendency to score around halftime.
- Summary of Betting Angles
- Over 2.5 Goals: Unlikely
- Both Teams to Score: Unlikely
- First-Half Goal: Possible
15:00 – Bournemouth v Brighton – 2.30 Bournemouth
- Bournemouth will aim to bounce back from a frustrating 3-2 loss at Brentford as they welcome Brighton to the Vitality Stadium. Despite showing flashes of brilliance this season, inconsistency has kept the Cherries in the bottom half of the Premier League table. However, Andoni Iraola’s men can take confidence from their recent home form, winning three consecutive matches at the Vitality, including statement victories over Arsenal and Manchester City. They’ll now seek a club-record fourth straight home win in the Premier League, spurred on by their 3-0 triumph in this fixture last season.
- Brighton, on the other hand, will arrive with momentum following a thrilling 2-1 comeback win over Manchester City before the international break. Fabian Hürzeler’s side currently sit in the top six, level on points with Chelsea, underscoring their strong start to the campaign. However, improving their away form remains a priority as the Seagulls have managed just two wins from their last 11 Premier League away games (D4, L5).
- Key Players to Watch
- Bournemouth: Record signing Evanilson is in red-hot form, scoring in three consecutive Premier League matches. Notably, he has netted his team’s first goal in three games this season, making him a key figure in breaking the deadlock.
- Brighton: João Pedro shone against Manchester City, scoring and assisting in their victory. Interestingly, all of his last seven goals for Brighton have come in the second half, making him a potential game-changer late on.
- Prediction
- This clash promises to be an evenly contested affair, with Bournemouth’s strong home record set against Brighton’s determination to solidify their top-six credentials. Expect goals from both sides, but the Cherries’ home form could give them the edge.
- Predicted Score: Bournemouth 2-1 Brighton
- Key Stats
- Bournemouth have won three consecutive Premier League home matches for the first time, including victories over Arsenal and Manchester City.
- Brighton have won just two of their last 11 away league matches (D4, L5).
- Bournemouth are the only Premier League side yet to concede before half-time at home this season.
- Evanilson has scored in three consecutive league games, each time opening the scoring for Bournemouth.
- All of João Pedro’s last seven goals for Brighton have come after half-time.
- Betting Insights
- Over 2.5 Goals: Likely, given the attacking form of both teams and recent high-scoring games.
- Both Teams to Score: Likely, with both sides boasting prolific forwards and defensive vulnerabilities.
- First-Half Goal: Possible, with Evanilson’s tendency to score early and Bournemouth’s strong first-half defensive record at home
15:00 – Everton v Brentford – 2.37 Everton
- Everton return to Premier League action with a mixed run of form that encapsulates their season so far. Sean Dyche’s men have lost just one of their last seven league games but have managed only two wins in that period, underscoring their struggle for consistency. Defensive solidity has been their cornerstone, with Everton conceding just two league goals since the start of October—no side in the division has a better record in that span.
- However, their efficiency in defense has not been matched in attack. The Toffees have failed to score in five league matches this season, the joint-highest in the competition, and another blank here would mark the third time under Dyche they’ve gone three consecutive games without finding the net. Encouragingly, history suggests this game may buck that trend, as none of the previous 24 H2Hs between Everton and Brentford have ended goalless.
- For Brentford, goals have been a constant theme this season, with their matches producing a league-high 44 goals across 11 games (GF:22, GA:22). However, their attacking verve has been undermined by their defensive fragility, particularly on the road, where they’ve lost all five of their Premier League outings. Goodison Park has also been a bogey ground for Thomas Frank’s men, who have lost five of their six league visits there (W1). Their two most recent trips ended in identical 1-0 defeats, including a loss in April.
- Players to Watch
- Everton: Dwight McNeil has been central to Everton’s limited attacking success, contributing to six of their ten league goals this season (G3, A3). He also enjoys facing Brentford, with three goal involvements in six H2Hs (G1, A2).
- Brentford: Yoane Wissa boasts an exceptional finishing record, converting 47% of his 15 shots into seven league goals—the highest conversion rate among players with at least five attempts.
- Prediction
- Both teams come into this match with contrasting styles and vulnerabilities. Everton’s defensive solidity and Brentford’s away-day woes suggest the Toffees may edge this encounter.
- Predicted Score: Everton 1-0 Brentford
- Key Stats
- Everton have conceded just two league goals since October, the best defensive record in the league during that period.
- The Toffees have failed to score in five league matches this season, the joint-highest in the competition.
- Brentford’s matches have produced a league-high 44 goals (GF:22, GA:22) this season.
- Brentford have lost all five of their away league games this term.
- Everton are one of just three sides yet to score in both halves of a league game this season.
- Yoane Wissa has a 47% conversion rate, the best among players with at least five attempts.
- Betting Insights
- Over 2.5 Goals: Unlikely, given Everton’s strong defensive record and Brentford’s struggles on the road.
- Both Teams to Score: Unlikely, as Everton have kept opponents scoreless in multiple recent games.
- First-Half Goal: Possible, given Brentford’s frequent goal involvement and Everton’s need to start strongly at home.
15:00 – Fulham v Wolves – 1.65 Fulham
- Key Context: Fulham are riding high after securing back-to-back derby wins over Brentford and Crystal Palace, aiming to achieve their first three-match Premier League winning streak since January 2023. Currently sitting in seventh place, the Cottagers have momentum but face a tricky opponent in Wolves. Despite their league struggles, Wolves have historically troubled Fulham, losing just once in their last eight Premier League encounters.
Gary O’Neil’s Wolves ended their winless start to the season with a crucial 2-0 victory over Southampton, breaking a 10-game drought. However, their away form remains dismal, with no victories in their last 11 road trips.
Form Insights:
Fulham: The Cottagers’ Craven Cottage outings have been entertaining this season, with both teams scoring in all five of their home games. However, they’ve failed to keep a clean sheet in their last nine home matches.
Wolves: A fragile defense has seen Wolves go 14 away matches without a clean sheet. Additionally, their tendency to squander leads (losing 60% of games after leading) is a worrying trend.
Players to Watch:
Fulham:Raúl Jiménez: Eager to break his three-game scoring drought, Jiménez has a history of quick starts, scoring early in games this season. Facing his former club could reignite his sharpness.
Harry Wilson: In form with goals in consecutive matches, Fulham have won both games when Wilson found the net.
Wolves:Matheus Cunha: Wolves’ talisman has contributed to six goals in seven games and scored in this fixture last season.
Rayan Aït-Nouri: A potential wildcard, with a penchant for impactful moments in critical games.
Key Stats:
At least one first-half goal has been scored in Fulham’s last six home games and Wolves’ last 15 away matches.
Wolves’ games this season have finished with an even total of goals 73% of the time.
Both teams have struggled defensively, with no clean sheets in their recent runs.
Goal Focus:
Fulham’s attacking edge at home and Wolves’ defensive vulnerabilities suggest goals could flow. With both sides likely to concede, an over 2.5 goals market may hold value, especially given Wolves’ trend of high-scoring away games recently.
Prediction:
Scoreline: Fulham 2–1 Wolves
Fulham’s current form and home advantage might just edge out Wolves, but expect a tightly contested match.
17:30 – Man City v Tottenham – 1.53 Man City
- An unprecedented 4 consecutive City defeats must end today. We all know why. The new fangled Champions League has these big guns panting!
- Almost a year after a memorable 3-3 Premier League clash at the Etihad, Manchester City and Tottenham face off again, both aiming to overcome recent challenges. Manchester City’s pursuit of a record fifth consecutive Premier League title hit a stumbling block with consecutive 2-1 losses to Bournemouth and Brighton. These results marked Pep Guardiola’s first-ever four-game competitive losing streak as a manager.
- With a crucial match against league leaders Liverpool looming, City will look to steady the ship here. The Etihad remains a fortress, with the reigning champions unbeaten in Premier League matches there since November 2022 (W28, D6). Despite their recent woes, a strong home performance could be the reset they need to cut Liverpool’s lead at the top.
- Tottenham’s visit, however, could complicate matters. Historically, Spurs have been tricky customers for City at the Etihad, taking points from five of their last nine league visits (W2, D3, L4). However, last week’s shock 2-1 home loss to newly-promoted Ipswich exposed vulnerabilities in Ange Postecoglou’s young squad, particularly as injuries continue to mount.
- Richarlison and Micky van de Ven remain doubts, with the latter’s absence being a significant blow to a defense that has kept just one Premier League away clean sheet this season. Facing an in-form Erling Haaland, who returned to club duty with four goals in UEFA Nations League action, Tottenham’s defensive frailties could prove costly.
- Players to Watch
- Manchester City: Matheus Nunes was instrumental in City’s recent run, delivering five goal contributions in an eight-day spell in October, including a strike against Spurs in the EFL Cup.
- Tottenham Hotspur: Son Heung-min, fresh off a goal for South Korea against Kuwait, remains pivotal for Spurs. His contributions in last year’s 3-3 draw (goal and assist) underline his importance in high-pressure games.
- Prediction
- While Tottenham have shown resilience in this fixture, Manchester City’s dominance at the Etihad and the quality of players like Haaland and Nunes tip the scales in their favor. Expect City to bounce back with a victory in an entertaining encounter.
- Predicted Score: Manchester City 3-1 Tottenham
- Key Stats
- Manchester City are unbeaten in their last 34 Premier League home games (W28, D6).
- Tottenham have just one Premier League away clean sheet this season, achieved against Manchester United.
- Over 2.5 goals were scored in eight of City’s last ten league matches and six of Spurs’ last seven.
- Both teams scored in seven of the last nine Premier League meetings between these sides.
- Erling Haaland has scored four goals in his last two international appearances.
- Betting Insights
- Over 2.5 Goals: Likely, based on both teams’ recent trends and scoring prowess.
- Both Teams to Score: Likely, given the defensive vulnerabilities and attacking strengths on display.
- First-Half Goal: Very likely, considering the high-octane nature of this fixture