The reigning Premier League champions, Manchester City, are set to face Brighton & Hove Albion in a crucial away match as they look to regain their top spot in the league standings. With both teams vying for important points, Thursday night's game at the American Express Stadium is sure to be an exhilarating and must-watch encounter.
Manchester City Premier PL form: Win, Draw, Draw, Win, Win
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Manchester City Celebrating
Brighton is currently dealing with a series of injuries to key players, including Solly March and Kaoru Mitoma. On the other hand, Manchester City will be without Erling Haaland for the upcoming match, but Phil Foden and John Stones are set to return to the squad.
Predictions and Insights
Out of 14 previous meetings, Brighton & Hove Albion have won 1 match while Manchester City won 12. 1 match between them has ended in a draw.
Manchester City have won 12 of their last 15 matches (Premier League).
Manchester City have scored at least 4 goals in their last 3 matches (Premier League).
Previous matches between Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester City have averaged 3.29 goals
Arsenal and Chelsea face off in a crucial match that could greatly impact their Premier League title hopes. Arsenal, currently leading the standings, will face a determined Chelsea side looking to move up the ranks. This intense clash promises excitement and suspense as both teams battle for victory.
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Despite Chelsea's struggles in the league, their success in London derbies has been a bright spot, placing them second in the local mini-league. The Blues have emerged victorious in five out of nine London derbies this season, setting the stage for an intense battle against their title rivals.
Conversely, Arsenal currently leads both the London mini-league and the Premier League table, demonstrating their strength in local matchups and their pursuit of domestic success. However, a recent loss to Aston Villa has halted their momentum, opening the door for Chelsea to capitalize and close the gap at the top.
Mikel Arteta's team is determined to bounce back from their defeat and regain their position as the top team in English football. With a hard-fought 2-0 win over Wolves, Arsenal showcased their resilience and determination, reaffirming their status as strong contenders for the title amidst stiff competition.
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Saka celebrating. Image source : TransferMarket
Arsenal is set to have a complete squad for the important match, with Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka possibly making late appearances. On the other hand, Chelsea is facing an injury crisis, as key players like Wesley Fofana and Romeo Lavia are out for the rest of the season.
Team Form:
Arsenal Form: Win, Draw, Loss, Loss, Win
Chelsea Form: Draw, Win, Draw, Win, Loss
Predictions and Insights:
In the 42 past encounters, Arsenal emerged victorious in 15 games, Chelsea won 17, and 10 matches ended in a draw.
On average, the previous games between Arsenal and Chelsea have seen 2.76 goals scored.
There is a strong likelihood of multiple goals being scored in this match, as Arsenal's previous four games have all featured at least two goals.
Chelsea has earned 11 points in the last 5 games with an average of 2.2 points per game, scoring 17 goals and BTTS happening in 4 matches.
After enduring a challenging week marked by disappointment in the Champions League and a setback in the Premier League, Mikel Arteta's Arsenal is determined to bounce back as they face off against Wolves at Molineux. With the race for the Premier League title intensifying, Saturday's match is set to deliver high stakes and thrilling action for fans worldwide.
Match Preview
Arsenal's hopes of winning a trophy took a hit after being eliminated from the Champions League by Bayern Munich followed by a disappointing loss to Aston Villa in the league. Arteta's team now finds themselves playing catch-up in the title race, with mounting pressure as they prepare to face Wolves.
Last week's results favored Manchester City, leaving Arsenal two points behind in the league standings. Arteta is determined to avoid a repeat of last season's missed opportunity and rally his team to bounce back from their recent struggles.
The key to Arsenal's resurgence lies in Bukayo Saka, whose impressive performance in away games has been crucial to their success. With eight goals and five assists in his last seven Premier League away matches, Saka is poised to lead Arsenal's effort against Wolves.
Meanwhile, Wolves, who have not won a league game since early March, are eager to break their winless streak. Despite recent difficulties, Matheus Cunha's goal-scoring ability offers hope for a turnaround as they face Arsenal on their home turf.
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Nelson Semedo. Image Source: SkySports
Wolves are set to receive a boost with the potential return of wing-backs Rayan Aït-Nouri and Nélson Semedo, as well as midfielder Jean-Ricner Bellegarde eyeing a comeback from injury. However, long-term absentees Craig Dawson and Pedro Neto are still sidelined.
Meanwhile, Arsenal will welcome back Jurriën Timber from injury, providing additional depth to Arteta's squad. The team has no major injury concerns following their exit from the Champions League.
Team Form:
Wolves: Loss, Loss, Draw, Loss, Draw
Arsenal: Win, Win, Draw, Loss, Loss
Predictions and Insights
1️⃣In 17 past encounters, Wolverhampton Wanderers have emerged victorious in 3 games, Arsenal has won 11, and 3 matches have resulted in a draw.
2️⃣The average number of goals in past games between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal has been 2.65.
3️⃣Prior to this match, Wolverhampton Wanderers has earned 5 points in their recent 5 games, whether playing at home or away, averaging 1 point per game. In 4 of those matches, both teams to score has occurred. Wolverhampton Wanderers has netted a total of 6 goals in their last 5 matches.
4️⃣Arsenal has accumulated 10 points in their previous 5 matches, whether playing at home or away, averaging 2 points per game. Only 1 of those games saw both teams score. Arsenal has netted 7 goals in the last 5 matches.
A hopeful Everton side will welcome Merseyside rivals Liverpool the Goodison Park, for their outstanding match-day 29 English Premier League game on Wednesday night in a game that could either go a long way to crown EPL champions or relegate a side.
Such will be the high stakes in this latest derby game between two long-time EPL teams as a win for the home side could see them remain in the league at the end of all 38 matches, while a win for the Reds could see them potentially crowned champions if Arsenal and City mess up in their respective remaining games.
Everton & Sean Dyche Would Love to Beat Relegation Still
Everton has had their problems this season, and many of them have been off the field with the Toffees suffering multiple sanctions and point deductions as a result of their financial dealings, regardless, the Merseyside club would love to finish the season strongly.
Image of Everton Coach, Sean Dyche talking to one of his players, Gueye.
Despite their troubles on and off the pitch, Everton have managed to stay 5 points above the relegation zone and they would love to keep their ambition of beating the drop into the championship by finishing out the season as good as they can.
Like it or not, beating the relegation threat means getting great results in their remaining games including this Wednesday’s derby against Liverpool with the chasing clubs beneath Everton still capable of surpassing Everton in the four remaining games.
Their recent 2-0 win over Forests, regardless of the controversies afterwards, marked a fourth game where Everton went unbeaten in their last 5 games at Goodison Park including draws with Spurs and Villa, something that should give Everton all the confidence they need going against a Liverpool side they’ve suffered at the hands of.
Liverpool’s Have Been Dominant over Everton
Image of Mo Salah Celebrating a Goal Against Everton
Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool have given Everton a tough time in recent Merseyside derbies and going into this crucial one with only four games to go till the end of the season and Liverpool 2nd on the EPL table on goal difference, not much difference is expected.
Liverpool’s dominance over the Toffees in recent times can be summed up in their being unbeaten in their last 12 travels to the Goodison Park in the English Premier League making Everton their longest run without a win against any opponent in their history.
One can expect Jurgen Klopp’s side, superior in personnel and quality, to continue the trend having already beaten those 2-0 in the reverse fixture in October last year and knee deep and in a race for the English Premier League title.
Everton vs Liverpool, English Premier League
Without UEFA Europa League and FA Cup successes, having been eliminated by Atalanta and Man United respectively from both competitions, Jurgen Klopp’s perfect farewell in his last season with the Reds is starting to look grim so Liverpool is expected to fight tooth and nail for the league, their only trophy alive somewhat.
Match Stats
Everton are ranked 19th in goals scored per match (1 goal), while Liverpool are ranked 3rd in goals scored per match (2.3 goals).
Everton has scored 5 goals in their last 5 matches and conceded 8 goals while Liverpool has scored 6 goals and conceded 7 goals in their 5 games in all competitions.
Everton have scored just 1 goal against Liverpool in their last 5 games in the Premier League, a 4-1 defeat at the Goodison Park, while Liverpool has scored 10 goals in their last 5 versus Everton, with the 4-1 their biggest of four wins, and drawing the other one.
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