The English Premier League continues this Wednesday with four thrilling midweek clashes on the cards. As always, we’ve got you covered with in-depth insights and betting options to guide you through each match.
Before we tuck in, let’s take a look at the latest odds for the Premier League title race. Liverpool remain strong favourites to secure the title at 1/4, followed by Arsenal in second at 9/2. Manchester City have made a strong push, cutting their odds to 22/1. Nottingham Forest are next at 40/1, with the remaining contenders priced at 50/1 or higher.
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NEWCASTLE UNITED v WOLVERHAMPTON WANDERERS – Click here to bet
Newcastle United host Wolverhampton Wanderers at St. James’ Park on Wednesday evening, with both sides looking to carry their FA Cup momentum into the Premier League.
The Magpies come into this fixture in scintillating form, having won their last eight consecutive games in all competitions, including a commanding 3-1 victory over Bromley in the 3rd Round of the FA Cup this past Sunday. Their league form has been equally impressive, with five straight wins and four clean sheets during that run. Eddie Howe’s side currently sits 5th in the Premier League with 35 points from 20 matches (W10, D5, L5) and will look to continue their remarkable streak as they aim to solidify their position for European contention next season.
EPL Home Form
At home, Newcastle have been solid, earning 17 points from 9 matches (W5, D2, L2). The Magpies have scored 15 goals and conceded 8 at St. James’ Park, maintaining a reasonable defensive record by keeping clean sheets in 44% of their home matches (4 out of 9).
Wolverhampton Wanderers, meanwhile, travel to Tyneside after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Bristol City in the FA Cup on Saturday. Vítor Pereira’s side are languishing in 17th place in the league with 16 points from 20 matches (W4, D4, L12). However, Wolves have found some much-needed form lately, collecting 7 points from their last four league fixtures, and will be eager to build on that run in a bid to pull away from the dreaded relegation zone.
EPL Away Form
On the road, Wolves have managed just 9 points from 10 games (W2, D3, L5), averaging 1.7 goals per match while conceding 2.2 on average. They’ve shown resilience away from home, avoiding defeat in 50% of their away matches (5 from 10).
Head-to-Head
Earlier this season, Newcastle United secured all three points with a 2-1 victory at Molineux. Last season, Newcastle secured a clinical 3-0 victory in this fixture at St. James’ Park.
Betting
Newcastle 37/100
Draw 9/2
Wolves 13/2
Verdict
Despite Wolves showing some bite in recent games, Newcastle United’s impressive run of form should see Eddie Howe’s side walk away with all three points in what could potentially be a rather comfortable victory in the end.
Suggested Bet: Handicap, Newcastle United -1.5 at 10/11
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LEICESTER CITY v CRYSTAL PALACE – Click here to bet
Leicester City will host Crystal Palace at the King Power Stadium on Wednesday evening, with both teams coming off victories in the FA Cup, though Leicester’s struggles in the Premier League paint a concerning picture heading into this clash.
Currently sitting in 19th place in the Premier League with just 14 points from 20 matches (W3, D5, L12), Leicester are in serious trouble. They have lost their last five consecutive league matches, and more worryingly, they have failed to score in their last two home league games — a 2-0 defeat to Manchester City and a 3-0 loss to Wolverhampton Wanderers. These struggles are putting increasing pressure on manager Ruud Van Nistelrooy as his side desperately seeks to climb out of the relegation zone.
EPL Home Form
Leicester’s home form has been a major issue this season, with only 9 points from 10 home games (W2, D3, L5). They’ve struggled to find consistency at the King Power, conceding 17 goals and failing to keep a clean sheet in nine of those 10 matches. This match represents an important opportunity for Leicester to regain some confidence in front of their own fans.
Crystal Palace, on the other hand, secured their place in the next round of the FA Cup with a 1-0 victory over a resilient Stockport side on Sunday, thanks to a crucial goal from Eberechi Eze. Oliver Glasner’s team currently sits 15th in the Premier League with 21 points from 20 matches (W4, D9, L7) and has shown signs of improvement in recent weeks, remaining unbeaten in their last four games in all competitions, including their last three in the league, with one win and two draws.
EPL Away Form
Palace have had mixed results on the road, collecting 10 points from 9 away games (W2, D4, L3). The Eagles have scored 11 goals away from home while conceding the same amount.
Head-to-Head
Earlier this season, both teams played out an entertaining 2-2 draw at Selhurst Park. The last time these two sides met at King Power Stadium was during the 2022/23 campaign, when this particular fixture ended in a 0-0 draw.
Betting
Leicester 11/4
Draw 27/10
Crystal Palace 1/1
Verdict
Leicester will need to find form quickly if they are to turn their season around, while Crystal Palace will view this match as a chance to secure three crucial points and extend their gap from the relegation zone. Given the current standings of both teams, I don’t expect a high-scoring game, and I believe Palace will return home with something from this game.
Suggested Bet: Double Chance and Total, Draw/Crystal Palace and Under 3.5 at 9/10
EVERTON v ASTON VILLA – Click here to bet
Everton welcome Aston Villa to Goodison Park on Wednesday in a crucial Premier League clash. Following the sacking of Sean Dyche, David Moyes has been reappointed as Everton’s manager, with the Toffees coming into this match on the back of a 2-0 victory over Peterborough in the 3rd Round of the FA Cup last Thursday. Everton are currently 16th in the league with 17 points from 19 matches (W3, D8, L8) and have been struggling in the Premier League, managing just 3 points from their last five games.
EPL Home Form
At Goodison Park, Everton have been underwhelming, securing only 10 points from 9 matches (W2, D4, L3). The Toffees currently average 1 goal per game at home but have struggled defensively, conceding in 56% of their matches on home soil.
Aston Villa, on the other hand, come off a 2-1 victory over West Ham in the FA Cup at Villa Park on Friday. Unai Emery’s side currently sits 8th in the Premier League with 32 points from 20 matches (W9, D5, L6). Villa have been in decent form, collecting 7 points from a possible 12 in their last four league fixtures.
EPL Away Form
Villa’s form on the road, however, has taken a significant dip in recent weeks, as they have lost their last five consecutive league encounters away from home. Emery’s side has collected 10 points from 9 away games (W3, D1, L5), scoring 11 goals and conceding 19. The Villains are yet to register a clean sheet on the road this season, conceding at an average of 2.1 goals per game.
Head-to-Head
Earlier this season, Aston Villa earned a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Everton at Villa Park. Last season, this fixture ended all square in a 0-0 draw.
Betting
Everton 9/4
Draw 9/4
Aston Villa 11/8
Verdict
With David Moyes now back at the helm, Everton will be looking to bounce back and demonstrate a more resilient side. Villa have been exceptionally poor recently on the road, and with them failing to register a clean sheet all season away from home, I think both teams can find the back of the net here at a very generous price.
Suggested Bet: Both Teams to Score, Yes at 17/20
ARSENAL v TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR – Click here to bet
Arsenal will play host to Tottenham Hotspur at the Emirates on Wednesday night in the latest edition of the North London Derby. The Gunners come into this match following a disappointing exit from the FA Cup, losing 5-3 on penalties to Manchester United after a 1-1 draw on Sunday. Mikel Arteta’s side remain 2nd in the Premier League standings with 40 points from 20 matches (W11, D7, L2), but they’ll be keen to get back to winning ways after dropping points in their last league outing away to Brighton.
EPL Home Form
At the Emirates, Arsenal have been formidable, earning 21 points from 9 matches (W6, D3, L0). The Gunners have scored 18 goals and conceded just 6 at home this season, keeping clean sheets in 56% of their matches on home soil.
Tottenham Hotspur, meanwhile, required extra time to secure a 3-0 victory over non-league Tamworth in the FA Cup on Sunday. Ange Postecoglou’s side currently sit 12th in the Premier League with 24 points from 20 matches (W7, D3, L10). Spurs have struggled for consistency in recent weeks, collecting just 4 points from their last seven league fixtures, with one win, one draw, and five defeats.
EPL Away Form
Spurs have been respectable on the road, where they managed to obtain 10 points from 9 games overall (W3, D1, L5). They’ve scored 16 goals while conceding 9, averaging 1.78 goals per match away from home.
Head-to-Head
This season’s earlier clash saw Arsenal edge out Tottenham with a hard-fought 1-0 victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Meanwhile, last season’s showdown in this particular fixture delivered plenty of drama, ending in a thrilling 2-2 draw at the Emirates.
Betting
Arsenal 4/10
Draw 9/2
Tottenham 6/1
Verdict
The North London Derby is always a fiery spectacle, and this clash promises to be no exception. Arsenal’s formidable home form positions them as firm favourites, but derbies have a way of levelling the playing field, making this encounter unpredictable. With both sides capable of finding the back of the net, fans could be in for an action-packed, goal-filled showdown.
Suggested Bet: Totals and Both Teams to Score, Over 2.5 and Yes at 17/20
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