Match Day 25 Premier League Betting Tips 2022/23

Liverpool v Manchester United

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• Venue: Anfield
• Sun 5 Mar 16:30
• Referee: Andrew Madley
• Quick Glance Odds H: 7/5 D: 13/5 A: 9/5

About the Game:

Liverpool has risen from their ruins and now are starting to look like their normal self. For a side accustomed to challenging for the title, the Reds spent a big chunk of the season sitting in mid-table, but their February form has moved them to sixth. Jurgen Klopp will be pleased as most of his injured players back in time to save their season and work on reinforcing the European qualification. However, they seem to be back to their best defensive style keeping four consecutive clean sheets in their four-game unbeaten run (three wins, one draw).

Liverpool needs to make the most of their current form of four games without a defeat to propel them further into the Champions League places. Jurgen Klopp has battled through a tough season and seems to have come to the good side, especially with players returning from injury. They have a superior chance creation (2.58) than their opponents, and if they are clinical in front of the goal, they could win, especially with the advantage of playing at home.

Mohammed Salah is a proven attacker in the Premier League with the potential to hit double figures. The maestro’s form suffered greatly with the departure of Sadio Mane and the recurring injuries of Roberto Firmino. Still, he is now enjoying the youthful company of Darwin Nunez and Cody Gakpo. The new-look attacking trio is acquainting themselves and getting better game by game, and we could witness their best form against United.

Arthur has a muscle injury, Luis Diaz has a knee injury, Thiago has a muscle injury, and Joe Gomez is side-lined with a muscle injury. In the next five games, they face Bournemouth, Real Madrid, Manchester City, Chelsea, and Arsenal.

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A Carabao Cup already in the bag in Erik ten Hag’s first season shows excellent progress in the Manchester United team. The belief and the mentality to fight till the last-minute replicates their success under Alex Fergusson. They are the most in-form team in the league, with a potential quadruple in their hands. The Red Devils won the reverse fixture 2 – 1, ending a three-game consecutive head-to-head defeat.

The Red Devils are unbeaten in the previous four games (winning three and drawing one). They won the last two consecutive league games without conceding and have scored at least twice in the previous fourteen games. They came from a goal down to win their midweek FA Cup match against West Ham. The confidence in the side sees them grow strength to strength in their performances and would be given an intense fight against their perennial rivals.

Marcus Rashford is in form, scoring seven goals in eight games. The maestro has been in the form of his life, seemingly scoring every time he shoots. Lisandro Martinez is the team’s backbone, helping them improve their ability to build from the back. However, the player who arguably made the biggest impact is Casemiro, United look a different class when he is on the field.

The injury list for United is worrying. Christian Eriksen is side-lined with an ankle injury, Antony Martial has a muscle injury, and Luke Shaw is temporarily out with a knock. In addition, Van de Beek is set for a long time out with a knee injury.

Prediction: A draw.

Manchester City v Newcastle United

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• Venue: Etihad Stadium
• Sat 4 Mar 12:30
• Referee: Simon Hooper
• Quick Glance Odds H: 111/250 D: 7/2 A: 6/1

About the Game:

Manchester City is embroiled in a fascinating title chase. They are not a side accustomed to doing the chasing but now find themselves five points behind Arsenal heading to the weekend encounter against Newcastle. They won 4 – 1 against Bournemouth and followed it up with a 3 – 0 win in the FA Cup against Bristol City. Pep Guardiola recently made his opinion known about Manchester United’s spending; he now heads to play the richest club in the Premier League. The Citizen’s tally of fifty-five points after twenty-five games is their second lowest in the previous campaign, except the 2019-20 season, which they didn’t win. Phil Foden has four goal involvements (three goals, one assist) from the previous two games.

Eddie Howe’s progress and influence on the Newcastle team are evident despite their failure to secure their first trophy last weekend. There is much to be admired about how they play and develop. They hope to recover fast from the 2 – 0 disappointment at Wembley. In the league, they have been impressive on their travels, unbeaten in the previous eight games (four wins, four draws), their longest run. Newcastle has lost the last thirteen consecutive head-to-head games with the defending Champions at the Etihad. Their 3 – 3 draw in the reverse fixture ended Newcastle’s six-game losing run. The travelling side boasts the best defensive record in the league, especially on the road, where they have conceded seven goals. Miguel Almiron has scored three goals in Newcastle’s last five away travels, with the goals coming before halftime.

Prediction: Manchester City to win.

Arsenal v Bournemouth

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• Venue: Emirates Stadium
• Sat 4 Mar 15:00
• Referee: Chris Kavanagh
• Quick Glance Odds H: 1/5 D: 6/1 A:12/1

About the Game:

Arsenal is cruising at the top of the table against all odds. Who would have thought that the team that blew their Champions League qualification opportunity last season would be doing so well. Mikel Arteta has been magnificent, building up his team with his coordination director and management to bring in players he wants the core reason for their development. Their recent genius move was bringing in Jorginho, who looked washed up on the Chelsea bench but has been a critical part of the team. The Gunners had their revenge against Everton, who beat them 1 – 0 at Goodison Park and hammered them 4 – 0 at the Emirates in midweek to send the five points ahead of Manchester City. Gabriel Martinelli was the stand-out player scoring twice, and was a menace for the Everton defence throughout the game. Bakayo Saka scored the opening goal and has been an absolute revelation for the Gunner’s attack, once again proving himself as a world-class player. Football betting fans might fancy him to open the scoring in this fixture, bet365 have him at 5/1 to open the scoring.

Bournemouth has not enjoyed their encounters against Arsenal, boasting just one win (two draws, eight defeats) in their head-to-head games. In the last five games, they have lost four and drawn one. The Cherries failed to carry on from a two-game unbeaten run (one win, one draw), losing 4 – 1 against Manchester City in their previous match. Gary O’Neil has to motivate the team against yet another aggressive title contender, which could be a tough encounter. The poor run of form sees Bournemouth sit nineteenth with a good performance and maximum points capable of sending them out of the red zone. Philip Billing has been their best player with four goals despite being wasteful in midfield in the previous game.

Prediction: Arsenal to win.

Aston Villa v Crystal Palace

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• Venue: Villa Park
• Sat 4 Mar 15:00
• Referee: Craig Pawson
• Quick Glance Odds H: 21/20 D: 23/10 A: 14/5

About the Game:

Aston Villa ended a three-game losing run over the weekend with a 2 – 0 win against Everton at Goodison Park. Unai Emery will be proud of his team’s performance to stay ten points clear of the relegation zone, but European qualification is still far beyond reach. They head back to Villa Park to play Patrick Viera’s Crystal Palace, whom they have not lost against in the previous five games (winning three, drawing two). It could be a great time as they hope to make consecutive wins, especially having conceded just one goal in the five encounters, especially for a side that conceded the most goals (eleven) during February. Ollie Watkins could become the first Villa player to score in five consecutive appearances to try to add to his tally of eight goals.

Crystal Palace sits one place behind their weekend hosts with a win sending them just one point behind Villa. The Eagles are the only Premier League side yet to win a game in 2023, losing three and drawing five. Viera has improved his tally for last season by one point, which might be a slight improvement, but he is showing real promise in performance. However, they will need to keep up great performances early to avoid the impending relegation tussle. To do so, they have to work on ending three-game consecutive stalemates to try to take all three points for the first time this year. They have not scored the opening goal, while Southampton has scored fewer than the Eagle’s seven goals. Cheick Doucoure has made the joint most interceptions in the Premier League (forty-one) and has been perfect for Palace.

Prediction: A draw.

Brighton v West Ham United

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• Venue: AMEX Stadium
• Sat 4 Mar 15:00
• Referee: Stuart Attwell
• Quick Glance Odds H: 4/5 D: 13/5 A: 7/2

About the Game:

Brighton triumphed against Stoke City in the FA Cup to move closer to a trophy that will be a deserving reward for an outstanding season. The Seagulls sit eighth, having played three fewer games that could send them to a potential fifth place. Roberto De Zerbi has set his eyes on the Champions League qualification, but you would feel they will be contented with Europa League football. They have accumulated a club-high thirty-five points in twenty-two games, which shows how good they have been. The Seagulls have not lost in the previous eleven (six wins, five draws) head-to-head matches, the best run against a Premier League side without a defeat. However, they lost 1 – 0 in the previous home game, which should make them more cautious in their approach. Evan Ferguson has scored four goals from the last nine appearances, including in the previous match.

West Ham couldn’t keep up an impressive start, conceding three late goals, to lose 3 – 1 against Manchester United and get knocked out of the FA Cup in midweek. This could be another tough encounter as they have not won in the previous eleven games against Brighton, their longest winless run against an opponent. The Hammers sit two points above the relegation zone and would be hoping to pick up from the 4 – 0 win against Nottingham Forest in the previous game that eased pressure on the manager. However, David Moyes now has to marshal his side to keep scoring more goals to improve their tally of twenty-one by matching the incredible goal-scoring fest of the previous game. They have two wins (three draws, seven defeats) from their last twelve outings. Danny Ings scored his first goal for West Ham and has five goal involvements (four goals, one assist) in five appearances against Brighton.

Prediction: Brighton to win.

Chelsea v Leeds

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• Venue: Stamford Bridge
• Sat 4 Mar 15:00
• Referee: Michael Oliver
• Quick Glance Odds H: 123/200 D: 3/1 A: 9/2

About the Game:

Graham Potter and the Blues are skating on thin ice, with his job clinging by a thread after a series of poor performances. Last weekend was just another week without a win or a goal, as they lost their second consecutive game. They conceded twice to lose 2 – 0 against Tottenham, with Thiago Silva getting injured. That just summed up a disastrous month for the Stamford faithful that saw them finish February without a win (two draws, three defeats), managing just one goal. The considerable investments in players without a fundamental structure and consultation seem to have taken a toll on the team, with the high-profile Potter seemingly not finding the right style to bring out the best of their expensive toys. However, Joao Felix has been their brightest player averaging 2.29 shots on target per ninety could be the one to change their fortune.

Leeds United sit just one position off the red zone, with just one point separating the two sides. Such is Chelsea’s poor form that they are a threat against Chelsea, but they are. The Yorkshire side has been delivering impressive performances with a they never say never attitude. Javi Gracia’s side won 1 – 0 against Southampton in the previous game, but Fulham knocked them out of the FA Cup in midweek, although that could yet prove to be a blessing in disguise. The Whites will be hoping for just their second away win of the season (one win, three draws, eight defeats). Their only win came against top six opposition, Liverpool and taking a point against Manchester United at Old Trafford, which should raise the prospect of getting a result against Chelsea. Jack Harrison scored and provided an assist in the 3 – 0 win in the reverse fixture.

Prediction: Chelsea to win.

Wolves v Tottenham

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• Venue: Molineux Stadium
• Sat 4 Mar 15:00
• Referee: Tim Robinson
• Quick Glance Odds H: 23/10 D: 12/5 A: 6/5

About the Game:

Wolves seemed to have turned their season around after two consecutive wins against Liverpool (3 – 0) and Southampton (2 – 1). they are now just three points off the relegation zone after a winless three-game run that saw them draw once (Fulham 1 – 1) and lose twice against Bournemouth (1 – 0) and Liverpool (2 – 0). Julen Lopentagui has to motivate his side to provide consistency and change their credentials to European hopefuls, where the Spaniard has had excellent success. They are the second-worst scorers in the league with just eighteen goals, one more than Everton’s tally of seventeen. Daniel Podence has been their most productive player, with five goals in front of the goal. They have to work on their goal-scoring to win games.

Tottenham Hotspur has won four (one defeat) in the last five games. They seem to have found their groove but have dropped their form whenever they get to their best. The London side beat Chelsea 2 – 0 in the previous game to elevate them to fourth place. Despite their inconsistencies, they are in a solid position to qualify for the Champions League. Harry Kane has scored eighteen goals this season and is in a refined form; we expect him to give another outstanding performance. Spurs have won three of the last four games, losing just once with the winning team not conceding. The travelling side has found joy at the Molineux as they are unbeaten in seven away games (five wins, two draws). However, they must bounce back from a midweek elimination to Sheffield United, which set them on course for another trophyless season.

Prediction: A draw.

Southampton v Leicester City

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• Venue: St Mary’s Stadium
• Sat 4 Mar 17:30
• Referee: Robert Jones
• Quick Glance Odds H: 7/4 D: 23/10 A: 8/5

About the Game:

Southampton sits bottom of the Premier League table. It has serious relegation worries, and their misery continuing after being knocked out of the FA Cup by Grimsby, the lowest-ranked team left in the competition, losing 2 – 1. Ruben Selles will have an arduous task to reinvent the confidence and motivate the team to an unlikely escape drop the drop. New permanent managers have enjoyed fifty per cent win success in their first home games this season (four wins, one draw, and three defeats). The Saints would take all the positivity they could into this game. Before the game starts, their tally in days in the red zone will be 119, building confidence from the 1998-99 campaign, where they spent 257 days but survived after marshalling an unbeaten run in the final nine home games. James Ward-Prowse is one free kick short of David Beckham’s record of eighteen.

Leicester City, who won the 2021 FA Cup, suffered a premature midweek exit at Blackburn’s hands. The result brings fresh worries for Brendan Rodgers’s job security after two consecutive league defeats against Arsenal (1 – 0) and Man United (3 – 0). The Foxes are unbeaten in the last five trips to St. Mary’s stadium (three wins, two draws), with their most extraordinary performance being the 9 – 0 triumph in October 2019. That marked their only shutout against their hosts at the stadium since they were promoted. Jamie Vardy scored two goals on two occasions in this arena, the first in October 2015 and the same month in 2019.

Prediction: Leicester City to win.

Nottingham Forest v Everton

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• Venue: The City Ground
• Sun 5 Mar 14:00
• Referee: John Brooks
• Quick Glance Odds H: 17/10 D: 2/1 A: 15/8

About the Game:

Nottingham Forest has enjoyed an adventurous campaign after deciding to stick with manager Steve Cooper. For a side that has spent a considerable chunk of time at the bottom of the table, the Forester has risen to thirteenth in the Premier League table, although they are just four points from the red zone. However, over the previous five games, they have delivered inconsistent results. Having lost 4 – 0 to West Ham in the last match, a far cry from the very credible 1-1 draw with the champions Manchester City the week before. Goals are the most significant issue, only scoring two in their last six games. Only Brennan Johnson (5) has scored over four goals. Forest has some tough games coming up. After Everton, they play Tottenham, Newcastle, Wolves, Leeds, and Aston Villa before they play Manchester United and Liverpool.

Everton could not replicate their 1 – 0 win against Arsenal, losing 4 – 0 at the Emirates in midweek. Sean Dyche has won two and lost three in his first five games managing the Toffees. The Merseyside Blue occupy the final spot in the relegation zone and will be hoping for an excellent performance to elevate them away from the drop zone. The midfield trio of Idrissa Gueye, Abdoulaye Doucore, and Amadou Onana have produced some decent performances over recent weeks. The three are strong, with great physicality to assist in the defence. However, they now have to work on their attack as the area of the pitch that is seemingly poor, thus lacking good results. Alex Iwobi has created six goals and has the team’s best number of goal involvements.

Prediction: A draw.

Brentford v Fulham

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• Venue: GTECH Stadium
• Mon 6 Mar 20:00
• Referee: Anthony Taylor
• Quick Glance Odds H: 19/20 D: 13/5 A: 11/4

About the Game:

It’s just the second-ever tie between Brentford and Fulham, with the first one going in favour of the hosts, with the Bees hopeful they can take all the spoils as the hosts. Brentford are unbeaten in the previous five games (two wins, three defeats) and has been in outstanding form throughout the season. They sit ninth in the Premier table, and if they keep up the impressive form could secure European qualification this season. Thomas Frank will be concerned as he is about to lose Ivan Toney, who is facing a likely six-month ban over a betting scandal. They have to perform without their fourteen-goal man, with Bryan Mbeumo (five goals) expected to take up the battalion and lead the bees to Europe.

Fulham has been on an impressive run of their own unbeaten in the last four games (two wins, two draws). The Cottagers sit seventh in the Premier League table and have their own European ambitions to satisfy, thus making this an edgy encounter between two motivated teams with European dreams. Fulham are just six points from a Champions League slot. Aleksandar Mitrovic has been their main man throughout the season, with his tally of eleven goals the best in the side. The maestro has, however, not been fit and has not played a full ninety minutes over the last five games. Nevertheless, his availability could be integral in achieving their objectives.

Prediction: Tottenham to win.