This Tuesday marks the return of the English Premier League, and we’ll focus on three exciting fixtures. As always, we’ve got all the insights and betting suggestions you need to make informed decisions for each match.
Before we get started, let’s take a quick look at the latest odds for the Premier League title race. Liverpool remains clear favourites to secure the title at 1/4, followed by Arsenal in second at 9/2. Manchester City have made significant progress, shortening to 22/1. Nottingham Forest are next at 40/1, with the other contenders priced at 50/1 or higher.
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BRENTFORD v MANCHESTER CITY – Click here to bet
Brentford host Manchester City at the Gtech Community Stadium on Tuesday in a Premier League clash where both teams will aim to bounce back from contrasting recent fortunes. The Bees come into this match on the back of a disappointing 1-0 defeat at home to Plymouth Argyle in the 3rd Round of the FA Cup on Saturday, extending their poor run of form to three defeats from their last five appearances across all competitions. Currently 11th in the Premier League standings with 27 points from 20 matches (W8, D3, L9), Brentford have shown resilience this season but will need to regroup quickly.
EPL Home Form
At home, Thomas Frank’s side has been solid, earning 22 points from 10 games (W7, D1, L2). However, there will be concerns as Brentford has now suffered two consecutive home defeats in the EPL leading up to Tuesday’s clash against City. The Bees have scored 27 goals at an impressive average of 2.7 goals per game on home soil but have yet to maintain a clean sheet, having conceded at least one goal in every league match at the Gtech Community Stadium this season (10 out of 10).
Manchester City, meanwhile, enter Tuesday’s clash with renewed confidence after a commanding 8-0 win over Salford City in their FA Cup 3rd Round match on Saturday. That victory highlighted their recent upturn in form, as City have now won three consecutive matches across all competitions, including back-to-back Premier League victories. This streak has seemingly steadied the ship after a period of inconsistency that sees them currently 6th in the league standings with 34 points from 20 matches (W10, D4, L6).
EPL Away Form
On the road, Pep Guardiola’s side has accumulated 14 points from 10 games (W4, D2, L4), with just one victory in their last six Premier League away appearances. The Citizens have scored 15 goals, averaging 1.5 goals per game away from home, while conceding at least one goal in 80% of those matches (8 out of 10).
Head-to-Head
Last season, Manchester City completed a league double over Brentford, starting with a 3-1 victory in this fixture and later edging out a closely contested 1-0 win in the reverse encounter. They have now won their last three consecutive games against Brentford, including a 2-1 victory earlier this season at the Etihad.
Betting
Brentford 15/4
Draw 7/2
Manchester City 13/20
Verdict
Simply put, this fixture looks set to deliver goals, especially considering how this season has unfolded for both teams. Brentford’s well-organized structure and quick transitions could pose problems for City at home, while Guardiola’s men will be eager to maintain their recent resurgence as they aim to climb further up the table.
Suggested Bet: Double Chance and Both Teams to Score, Draw/Manchester City and Yes at 8/10
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WEST HAM v FULHAM – Click here to bet
West Ham United welcome Fulham to the London Stadium on Tuesday for what promises to be an intriguing London affair. Newly appointed West Ham head coach Graham Potter will be eager to secure his first league victory, especially after his side suffered a disappointing 2-1 defeat away to Aston Villa in the 3rd Round of the FA Cup last Friday. The Hammers currently sit 14th in the Premier League table with 23 points from 20 matches (W6, D5, L9) and are winless in their last two league fixtures, having collected just 5 points from a possible 15 in their previous five league outings.
EPL Home Form
At home, however, their form has been inconsistent, with just 11 points earned from 10 games (W3, D2, L5). The Hammers have conceded at least once in 90% of those matches on home soil (9 out of 10 matches), while averaging only 1.3 goals per game, having scored 13 times as hosts this season.
Fulham, on the other hand, enter this clash with renewed confidence following a commanding 4-1 victory over Watford at Craven Cottage in the FA Cup on Thursday. Marco Silva’s side have been one of the season’s pleasant surprises, currently occupying 9th place in the league standings with 30 points from 20 matches (W7, D9, L4). The Cottagers are unbeaten in their last nine matches across all competitions, recording six draws and three victories during that impressive run.
EPL Away Form
Away from home, Fulham have performed steadily, collecting 13 points from 9 matches (W3, D4, L2). They have averaged 1.33 goals per game, scoring 12 in total, while conceding at least one goal in 67% of those games (6 out of 9 matches).
Head-to-Head
Earlier this season, both teams settled for a 1-1 draw at Craven Cottage. Last season, Fulham emerged 2-0 victors in this fixture on the road.
Betting
West Ham 37/20
Draw 26/10
Fulham 29/20
Verdict
While it may be too early to fully assess West Ham under Graham Potter, many will view his appointment as a potential step in the right direction given his track record. This match presents West Ham with a chance to build some much-needed momentum under their new manager, but Fulham’s form and attacking potency make them worthy favourites. With both teams aiming to improve their standings for different reasons, this London derby promises to be a closely contested battle.
Suggested Bet: Full Time Result, Draw at 26/10
NOTTINGHAM FOREST v LIVERPOOL – Click here to bet
Tuesday night’s Premier League late kick-off sees high-flying Nottingham Forest host league leaders Liverpool at the City Ground, with both teams riding high on the back of strong FA Cup victories over the weekend. Forest come into this match on a remarkable run, having secured their seventh consecutive win across all competitions with a 2-0 victory over Luton Town in the FA Cup 3rd Round on Saturday. Nuno Espirito Santo’s side have been in exceptional form this season, currently sitting 3rd in the league with 40 points from 20 matches (W12, D4, L4).
EPL Home Form
Nottingham Forest have been solid at home, collecting 17 points from a possible 27 in their 9 home games this season (W5, D2, L2). Their home fixtures have generally been low-scoring affairs, with 11 goals scored at an average of 1.22 goals per game, while conceding in 56% of those matches (5 out of 9 games). As a result, the City Ground has become an exceptionally difficult place to visit for opposition this season.
Liverpool, who also progressed to the next round of the FA Cup after a dominant 4-0 win over Accrington Stanley on Saturday, remain at the top of the Premier League table. Arne Slot’s men have been clinical this season, sitting at the summit with 46 points from 19 matches (W14, D4, L1). Their only defeat this season came at the hands of Nottingham Forest in a 1-0 loss at Anfield earlier in the campaign, a result that will add extra intrigue to Tuesday’s clash.
EPL Away Form
On the road, Liverpool have been outstanding, remaining unbeaten this season with 23 points from 9 away matches (W7, D2, L0). The Reds have been aggressive in their approach, averaging 3 goals per game away from home, having netted 27 goals in total. However, they have conceded 11 goals in 56% of their away appearances in the Premier League (5 out of 9 games).
Head-to-Head
Earlier this campaign, Forest secured a 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, while Liverpool won 1-0 in this fixture last season.
Betting
Nottingham Forest 15/4
Draw 16/5
Liverpool 7/10
Verdict
This clash promises to be a tantalizing encounter, with Nottingham Forest looking to maintain their strong form and defend their impressive home record, while Liverpool will be eager to avenge their only defeat of the season. While Liverpool boast an impressive goal-scoring record this campaign, Forest’s solid defensive structure could neutralize their attacking threat, which may influence the overall number of goals we can expect this Tuesday.
Suggested Bet: Both Teams to Score, No at 12/10
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