This weekend, we shift our attention to three Premier League matchups taking place this Saturday, offering insights and betting suggestions for each game.
Before doing so, let’s first examine the current outright market odds for the Premier League title race. Liverpool lead the pack as favourites at 8/10, followed closely by Chelsea at 7/2. Arsenal are also in contention with odds of 15/4, while Manchester City’s struggles are evident in their longer odds of 14/1. All other teams are listed at 200/1 or higher.
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ASTON VILLA v MANCHESTER CITY – Click here to bet
Aston Villa will aim to bounce back from last weekend’s 2-1 defeat away to Nottingham Forest, a result that ended their three-game winning streak in all competitions. Despite this setback, Unai Emery’s side have enjoyed a solid campaign at home. The Villains are unbeaten in seven of their eight matches at Villa Park this season, recording four wins, three draws, and just one defeat. They have scored 13 goals in front of their fans, conceding nine. Villa’s consistency at home has been a cornerstone of their campaign, and they will hope to leverage this form against a Manchester City side struggling for momentum.
Currently sitting 7th in the standings with 25 points from 16 matches (7 wins, 4 draws, and 5 defeats), Villa are in a strong position to challenge for a European spot. A positive result against the reigning champions would be a significant boost to their ambitions.
Manchester City find themselves in unfamiliar territory this season. Pep Guardiola’s side are coming off a disappointing 2-1 defeat in the Manchester derby at the Etihad, a result that further highlights their inconsistency. The Citizens have managed just one win in their last 11 matches across all competitions, suffering eight defeats during this period.
Currently 5th in the Premier League standings with 27 points from 16 matches (8 wins, 3 draws, and 5 defeats), City’s title defence is in serious jeopardy. Their away form has been mixed, with three wins, two draws, and three defeats from eight matches. They have scored 12 goals on the road but have also conceded 11, reflecting a fragile defensive setup. Guardiola will be desperate to halt this slump and reignite his team’s campaign, especially against a Villa side that has been resilient at home.
Head-to-Head
Last season, Aston Villa secured a 1-0 victory in this fixture, while the reverse encounter resulted in a 4-1 win for Manchester City.
Betting
Aston Villa 9/4
Draw 28/10
Manchester City 23/20
Verdict
Aston Villa’s home form makes them a formidable opponent, but Manchester City’s quality cannot be underestimated despite their struggles. This match promises to be a tightly contested affair, with both sides having plenty to play for.
Suggested Bet: Full Time Result, Aston Villa at 9/4
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WEST HAM v BRIGHTON & HOVE ALBION – Click here to bet
West Ham United will look to extend their unbeaten run to three matches when they host Brighton & Hove Albion at the London Stadium. The Hammers come into this game on the back of a hard-fought 1-1 draw away to Bournemouth on Monday evening. Julen Lopetegui’s side have collected four points from their last two matches, marking an encouraging uptick in form.
Currently sitting 14th in the Premier League with 19 points (5 wins, 4 draws, 7 defeats), West Ham will aim to improve their home record, where they’ve earned 10 points from a possible 24. Their three wins at the London Stadium have been offset by four defeats, highlighting their inconsistency on home soil. A strong performance here would boost their efforts to climb the standings.
Brighton & Hove Albion, meanwhile, have hit a rough patch. The Seagulls suffered a 3-1 defeat to Crystal Palace last weekend, extending their winless run in the league to four matches. Fabian Hürzeler’s men have managed just two points from their last four outings, dropping to 9th place in the table with 24 points (6 wins, 6 draws, 4 defeats).
On the road, Brighton have shown flashes of promise, securing 11 points from eight games (3 wins, 2 draws, 3 defeats). However, they are winless in their last two away matches, with their defensive frailties—13 goals conceded away from home—becoming a recurring issue.
Head-to-Head
Last season, West Ham secured a 3-1 victory in the reverse encounter at the Amex Stadium, while the two teams played out a 0-0 draw in this fixture at the London Stadium.
Betting
West Ham 19/10
Draw 27/10
Brighton & Hove Albion 27/20
Verdict
Both teams have struggled for consistency, but West Ham’s recent momentum and home advantage could tilt the scales in their favour. Brighton’s vulnerabilities on the road might leave them exposed, though their attacking quality ensures they remain a dangerous side. A closely fought contest is likely, with either side capable of snatching a decisive result.
Suggested Bet: Totals and Both Teams to Score, Over 2.5 and Yes at 8/11
CRYSTAL PALACE v ARSENAL – Click here to bet
Crystal Palace will host Arsenal at Selhurst Park on Saturday evening as they look to continue their recent upturn in form. After a grim start to the season, the Eagles appear to have turned a corner in recent weeks. They remain unbeaten in their last five Premier League matches, securing two wins and three draws in that period. Their most recent appearance—a commanding 3-1 victory over Brighton at the Amex Stadium—was a massive statement, especially given the Seagulls’ formidable reputation at home.
Despite their recent form, Oliver Glasner’s men find themselves in 15th place with 16 points from 16 matches (3 wins, 7 draws, 6 defeats). Their struggles at Selhurst Park remain a concern, with just one win in eight home league games. A record of four draws and three losses, coupled with just six goals scored and 10 conceded, highlights the need for improvement if Palace are to challenge Arsenal on Saturday evening.
Arsenal will head to Selhurst Park eager to bounce back after a surprising 0-0 draw at home to Everton in their last Premier League outing. The Gunners had comprehensively defeated Monaco 3-0 in the Champions League just days earlier, making the result against the Toffees all the more unexpected. Adding to their recent schedule, Arsenal secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Crystal Palace in Wednesday’s EFL Cup Quarter-Final at the Emirates.
Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal remain unbeaten in their last nine matches across all competitions, with six wins and three draws during this impressive run. Currently 3rd in the Premier League standings with 30 points (8 wins, 6 draws, 2 defeats), they remain firmly in the title race. Away from home, the Gunners have been inconsistent, collecting 12 points from a possible 24 (W3 D3 L2), with 12 goals scored and 9 conceded.
Head-to-Head
Arsenal have enjoyed the upper hand in this fixture in recent years, winning their last four meetings overall, including two at Selhurst Park. Last season, Arsenal secured a narrow 1-0 victory in this fixture, followed by a dominant 5-0 win in the reverse encounter at the Emirates.
Betting
Crystal Palace 9/2
Draw 16/5
Arsenal 5/8
Verdict
Crystal Palace’s recent form suggests they won’t go down without a fight, but their struggles at Selhurst Park this season, combined with Arsenal’s superior quality, tilt the odds in the Gunners’ favour. While Arsenal conceded twice against the Eagles in their midweek EFL Cup clash, they fielded a rotated lineup on that occasion. With their strongest squad expected to feature on Saturday, a chance is taken on the visitors to secure a clean sheet.
Suggested Bet: Arsenal Clean Sheet, Yes at 5/4
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