With European duties out the way, attention turns back to Premier League action this Saturday, and it’s shaping up to be a pivotal day in the top-flight calendar. Chelsea welcome high-flying Sunderland to Stamford Bridge as Enzo Maresca’s men look to extend their winning streak, while Newcastle United aim to bounce back domestically when they host Fulham at St James’ Park. The evening clash sees Manchester United take on a confident Brighton side at Old Trafford, with both teams targeting a place in the top half of the table.
In the latest outright Premier League betting, Arsenal continue to lead the way at 4/5, with Manchester City not far behind at 13/4. Liverpool have eased out to 4/1 after a slight stumble in form, while Chelsea hold steady around the 20/1 mark. Further down the list, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, and Newcastle United are all priced at 50/1 or longer.
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CHELSEA v SUNDERLAND — Click here to bet
Chelsea return to Stamford Bridge this weekend where the Blues will look to extend their recent resurgence, particularly on the domestic front after a few early-season wobbles. Having secured maximum points just before the international break against the defending champions, it appears Enzo Maresca’s side are back on track, a view reinforced by their comprehensive 3-0 win away to Forest, a result that ultimately cost Ange Postecoglou his job. The Blues enter Week Nine sitting fifth in the standings on 14 points and are currently enjoying a four-match winning streak in all competitions, following their 5-1 thrashing over Ajax in the Champions League on Wednesday night.
At home, Chelsea have featured four times in the league at Stamford Bridge, collecting seven points from a possible 12 (W2 D1 L1). Despite their recent improvement, they’re yet to truly fire in front of their home crowd, finding the back of the net just five times. Defensively, the Blues have conceded four goals across their last two home league appearances, making it back-to-back matches at the Bridge without a clean sheet, a contrast to the solid defensive displays in their opening two home games.
Sunderland’s return to the Premier League continues to exceed expectations as the Black Cats sit seventh in the table, level on 14 points. Régis Le Bris’ men resumed league action after the break with a clinical 2-0 win at home to Wolves, marking their fourth victory of the campaign while losing just twice in eight outings.
While their start has been impressive, Sunderland have relied heavily on their home form compared to their away record. On the road, the Black Cats have claimed just four points from a possible 12, registering one win, one draw, and two defeats. Goals have been hard to come by away from home, they’ve scored just once while conceding four in return.
Head-to-Head
The last time these two sides met was back in the 2016/17 campaign, when Chelsea completed a league double over Sunderland, winning 1-0 in the reverse fixture and following that up with a dominant 5-1 victory at Stamford Bridge.
Betting
Chelsea 43/100
Draw 15/4
Sunderland 6/1
Verdict
Chelsea’s growing confidence under Maresca and their ability to grind out results despite not being at their fluid best should see them edge this. Sunderland have been brave and compact, but their struggles on the road and lack of attacking threat away from home make this a tough assignment. Expect Chelsea’s quality and depth to reflect come full time.
Suggested Bet: Chelsea win and Under 4.5 at 4/5
NEWCASTLE UNITED v FULHAM — Click here to bet
We make our way to St James’ Park this weekend, where Newcastle United will be buoyant after their emphatic 3-0 midweek win over Benfica in Europe, a much-needed result following last weekend’s disappointing 2-1 defeat away to Brighton. While still winless on the road domestically (D3 L1), they’ll be relieved to return home after that morale-boosting Champions League victory. The Magpies currently sit 14th in the early standings with nine points from eight games, having won two, drawn three, and lost three.
Back on home soil, Eddie Howe’s men will look to pick up where they left off as they aim to climb the table. Newcastle have played four league fixtures at St James’ Park so far, winning two and losing two. Interestingly, both home victories came via clean sheets, while in the matches where both teams scored, the visitors took all three points. The Magpies have netted six and conceded five at home, figures they’ll want to improve, particularly given they had only conceded three at this stage last season.
Fulham make the long trip north where Marco Silva’s side will look to stop the rot after a difficult period. Last week’s 1-0 defeat at home to Arsenal marked their third successive league loss, leaving them 15th overall with eight points. The Cottagers had started brightly, unbeaten in four of their first five league outings, but form has dipped either side of the international break.
Fulham have relied heavily on their home form, where they’ve collected seven of their eight points. Away from home, they’ve struggled badly, earning just one point from four road trips (D1 L3). With only three goals scored and nine conceded on their travels, they’ll need a huge performance to repeat last season’s success in this fixture.
Head-to-Head
Fulham achieved a rare league double over Newcastle last season, winning 3-1 at Craven Cottage and 2-1 in this very fixture. Prior to that, Newcastle had dominated, winning six consecutive meetings between the sides.
Betting
Newcastle United 63/100
Draw 3/1
Fulham 17/4
Verdict
Newcastle’s home form, coupled with their midweek momentum, makes them clear favourites here. Fulham’s away record and defensive issues are alarming, and this could be another tough afternoon on the road. Expect Newcastle to control proceedings and punish any mistakes.
Suggested Bet: Newcastle win to Nil at 8/5
MANCHESTER UNITED v BRIGHTON — Click here to bet
We end Saturday’s action at Old Trafford where Manchester United will look to build on last weekend’s 2-1 win away to Liverpool, a result that lifted the pressure on manager Ruben Amorim. That victory made it back-to-back league wins for the Red Devils, something they failed to achieve at any point last season. United currently sit ninth with 13 points from eight matches. With the mood in the camp lifted, new arrivals such as Mbuemo are making an impact while stalwarts like Harry Maguire are rediscovering form, a blend that’s helping United find some much needed consistency.
Life at Old Trafford also appears to be on the up. With no European commitments this season, Amorim’s men look fresher and more focused domestically. United have won their last three home league games since their opening defeat to Arsenal, scoring seven and conceding three across those fixtures.
Brighton make the trip north in confident mood after their 2-1 home win over Newcastle last weekend, which extended their unbeaten run to five in all competitions (W3 D2). Fabian Hürzeler’s side have quietly built momentum and currently occupy 10th place on 12 points (W3 D3 L2).
The Seagulls have been strong travellers recently, unbeaten in their last three away matches in all competitions (W2 D1). In the league, however, they’ve taken just four points from four away games (W1 D1 L2). Their 1-1 draw at struggling Wolves last time out on the road was a slight setback following an impressive away win at Chelsea. Overall, they’ve scored five and conceded six away from home this term.
Head-to-Head
Brighton dominated this fixture last season, completing a league double over United, winning 2-1 at home and 3-1 at Old Trafford. The Seagulls have now won four of their last five meetings between these two sides.
Betting
Manchester United 21/20
Draw 11/4
Brighton 12/5
Verdict
United look to be rediscovering rhythm and belief under Amorim, and their sharper attack could make the difference here. Brighton, who have proven something of a bogey team for United in recent seasons, will compete and likely have their moments given they are rarely shut out, but the hosts’ confidence and home form could prove decisive this time round.
Suggested Bet: Match Result and Both Teams to Score – Manchester United and Yes at 53/20
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