We take a look at all four fixtures taking place this Sunday in the English Premier League, offering betting perspectives for each match.
First, we begin with the latest outright market odds for the EPL title race. Manchester City remain the favourites to defend their title at 16/10, with Liverpool next best at 17/10. Arsenal follow closely at 15/4, while Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are in the mix at 20/1 and 40/1, respectively. The rest of the field is available at odds of 100/1 or higher.
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NOTTINGHAM FOREST v NEWCASTLE UNITED – Click here to bet
Nottingham Forest’s impressive rise in the Premier League continues as they sit 3rd in the table after a commanding 3-0 victory over West Ham last weekend, securing their fifth win of the season. Forest will look to extend their unbeaten run when they host Newcastle United at the City Ground this Sunday, aiming for a fourth consecutive league victory. At home, Forest have managed two wins, two draws, and one loss, averaging 1.2 goals per game. A key figure in their recent success has been former Newcastle forward Chris Wood, who has been in scintillating form, netting 8 goals in 10 appearances. Wood will surely have a point to prove against his former employers, and the Magpies will be well aware of his potential threat on the pitch.
Newcastle United, currently mid-table in 11th place, will look to build on their impressive 1-0 victory over Arsenal last weekend at St James’ Park. This Saturday, the Magpies travel to the East Midlands to face high-flying Nottingham Forest. On the road, Newcastle have struggled for consistency, managing just one win and two draws from five away outings, leaving them somewhat vulnerable. The Magpies have averaged 1 goal per game on their travels while conceding 1.4 goals per match, highlighting areas they’ll need to address to secure a positive result against Forest.
Head-to-Head
Last season, Nottingham Forest secured a 3-1 victory in the reverse encounter at St James’ Park, while Newcastle responded with a 3-2 win in this fixture at the City Ground.
Betting
Nottingham Forest 18/10
Draw 95/40
Newcastle United 13/8
Verdict
I quite like the look of a score draw here. Newcastle have a quality side, but given how impressive Forest have been this season so far, they certainly cannot be written off.
Suggested Bet: Result and Both Teams to Score, Draw and yes at 33/10
MANCHESTER UNITED v LEICESTER CITY – Click here to bet
In a repeat of this season’s EFL Round of 16 fixture, Manchester United host Leicester City for the second time this term. On that occasion, the Red Devils walked away as comfortable 5-2 victors. This Sunday, interim head coach Ruud Van Nistelrooy will have another opportunity to secure his second win over the Foxes, a result United will be desperate to achieve given their struggles in the league. However, Thursday’s 2-0 victory over PAOK Thessaloniki in the Europa League showed a more organized side to United’s game, offering a glimpse of improvement. Despite their inconsistent domestic form, this latest European result should provide a morale boost, helping Van Nistelrooy’s squad approach Sunday’s game with renewed confidence. Currently sitting 13th with just 12 points after last week’s 1-1 draw at home to Chelsea, Manchester United know that if they are to realistically challenge for a European spot next season, these are the types of fixtures they must be winning. At home, United have managed to secure 7 points from a possible 15, with two wins, one draw, and two defeats so far this season. However, they have been struggling to score at Old Trafford, averaging just 0.8 goals per game in the league on home soil this campaign.
Having secured a valuable point away at Ipswich Town in a 1-1 draw last weekend, Leicester City will look to build on that positive result as they travel to Old Trafford on Sunday. After already tasting defeat away to Manchester United last month, there will be an element of revenge for Steve Cooper’s side. Currently sitting 15th with 10 points, this season will be all about survival for the Foxes. However, they will need to improve significantly if they are to avoid a relegation battle. Away from home, Leicester have yet to convince, despite averaging 1.8 goals per game this season. Their main issue has been their inability to protect their net, having conceded 11 goals at an average of 2.2 goals per game on the road. This has contributed to their modest total of 5 points, having secured just one win, two draws, and two defeats in away fixtures so far.
Head-to-Head
These two sides last faced off in the English Premier League during the 2022/23 season, with Manchester United emerging victorious in both encounters. The Red Devils first won 1-0 away at Leicester City, before securing a more convincing 3-0 victory at Old Trafford.
Betting
Manchester United 4/10
Draw 9/2
Leicester City 6/1
Verdict
Despite all the disruptions at United, they should have Leicester’s measure this Sunday. I’m expecting a similar outcome to the one we witnessed between these two earlier in the EFL Cup, which should see the Red Devils cover the handicap.
Suggested Bet: Handicap, Manchester United -1.5 at 1/1
TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR v IPSWICH – Click here to bet
Tottenham Hotspur return to Premier League action this Sunday as they host Ipswich Town at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Spurs will be looking to bounce back from a challenging midweek European fixture, having lost 3-2 away to Galatasaray. Sitting 7th in the league with 16 points, Spurs returned to winning ways on the domestic front with a convincing 4-1 win at home against Aston Villa last weekend—a performance they will hope to build on as they continue to climb into contention. At home, Spurs have secured four wins, suffering just one defeat in the EPL, and are averaging an impressive 3 goals per game. With both teams currently in differing states of form in the league, Tottenham will be expected to take all three points this Sunday.
Newly promoted Ipswich are yet to establish themselves, having failed to register a win this season since their return to top-flight football. As a result, the Tractor Boys currently find themselves languishing in the dreaded relegation zone, sitting 18th with 5 points from their opening 10 league appearances. Last weekend’s 1-1 draw at home to Leicester City ended their three-game losing streak, a welcome relief no doubt for Kieran McKenna’s side. Having secured just two points from their last five matches, Ipswich enter Sunday’s clash as firm underdogs, given their struggles in the league and the impressive form of Spurs, who have been dominant at home this season. Away from home, Ipswich have managed to obtain just two points from a possible fifteen, securing two draws while losing three, and averaging 1.2 goals per game on the road.
Head-to-Head
These two sides last competed against one another in the league as far back as the 2001/02 season, where Ipswich secured a double, registering 2-1 victories in both encounters.
Betting
Tottenham Hotspur 2/7
Draw 11/2
Ipswich 17/2
Verdict
I think Ipswich are in trouble this weekend. Spurs should put on a show against a struggling Ipswich team, who have been guilty of leaking goals on the road. The hosts should maintain their strong goal-scoring form this Sunday, in a match which could potentially turn ugly for the visitors.
Suggested Bet: Tottenham Hotspur Totals, Over 2.5 at 15/20
CHELSEA v ARSENAL – Click here to bet
The stage is set for a thrilling London derby this Sunday as Chelsea welcome Arsenal to Stamford Bridge. Both teams come into this fixture following midweek European results, leaving them with contrasting emotions. Chelsea, who delivered a dominant 8-0 win over Noah in the Conference League on Thursday, will be looking to carry that momentum into Sunday’s Premier League clash. Meanwhile, Arsenal aim to bounce back from their disappointing 1-0 defeat to Inter Milan in the Champions League. Last week’s 1-1 draw away to Manchester United means Chelsea are now unbeaten in their last two league appearances, securing four points from a possible six. Interestingly, the Blues have fared slightly better on the road this season than at Stamford Bridge, where they have accumulated 8 points, with two wins and two draws from their opening five league fixtures at home. Despite being less convincing as hosts, they maintain an average of 1.6 goals per game in London—a competitive figure that should keep Arsenal on their toes.
Arsenal, on the other hand, will be disappointed by their recent 1-0 losses, which have become a concerning trend. Wednesday’s defeat away to Inter Milan leaves the Gunners 12th in their Champions League group standings, while last week’s 1-0 loss at St James’s Park to Newcastle United sees them sitting 5th in the Premier League with 18 points. Despite this current run of form, Mikel Arteta’s side remains a force to be reckoned with, particularly in this fixture, where they are unbeaten in their last five league meetings, both home and away. However, on their travels, Arsenal have looked less convincing this season, averaging just one goal per game away from home in the league and suffering two consecutive defeats. With this being a derby, both current form and motivation will certainly not be an issue, despite having secured only 7 points from a possible 15 on the road, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses.
Head-to-Head
Last season, this fixture ended in a 2-2 draw, while Arsenal secured all three points in the reverse encounter with a dominant 5-0 performance at the Emirates.
Betting
Chelsea 37/20
Draw 5/2
Arsenal 15/10
Verdict
Arsenal have had a lot of success in this particular fixture, but Arteta’s side has looked less intimidating in recent times. Chelsea have improved significantly this season and should be far more competitive this time around. While I’m not brave enough to pick an outright winner, I do think we will see an exciting clash featuring goals from both sides—a trend that has occurred in three of their last five meetings at Stamford Bridge.
Suggested Bet: Totals and Both Teams to Score, Over 2.5 and Yes at 19/20
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