With a quick turnaround from the midweek action, we preview all six Premier League fixtures scheduled for Sunday, offering betting insights for each match.
Before we begin, let’s take a look at the latest outright odds for the Premier League title race. Following this week’s results, Liverpool have strengthened their position as title favourites, now priced at 3/10, with Arsenal firmly behind at 15/4. Chelsea have seen their odds drift to 13/1, while defending champions Manchester City are priced as high as 45/1. The rest of the field is priced at 150/1 or greater.
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LEICESTER CITY v MANCHESTER CITY – Click here to bet
Leicester City host Manchester City at the King Power Stadium on Sunday in a Premier League clash where both sides are eager to turn their fortunes around. The Foxes head into this fixture following a 3-1 defeat away to Liverpool, a result that leaves them entrenched in the relegation zone, sitting 18th with 14 points from 18 matches (W3, D5, L10). While Leicester have managed to collect 9 points from a possible 27 at home this season (W2, D3, L4), their recent performances suggest they may struggle once again, even against a Manchester City side enduring a poor run of form.
Manchester City, on the other hand, are winless in their last five matches across all competitions and are coming off a disappointing 1-1 draw at home against Everton on Thursday. Pep Guardiola’s side currently sits 7th in the Premier League table with 28 points from 18 games (W8, D4, L6). Their away form has been inconsistent, yielding just 11 points from 9 matches (W3, D2, L4). However, this fixture presents a valuable opportunity for the Citizens to reverse their fortunes against a team they have consistently dominated in recent years.
These two sides last met in the Premier League during the 2022/23 season, with Manchester City completing a league double over Leicester City. The Citizens secured a narrow 1-0 victory in this fixture before a more clinical 3-1 win in the reverse encounter at the Etihad.
Both teams find themselves under pressure, but Manchester City’s superior quality and Leicester’s defensive frailties make the visitors clear favourites to secure all three points. However, with the Citizens failing to keep a clean sheet in their last five matches, there’s value in backing City to get back to winning ways while both teams find the back of the net.
Suggested Bet: Result And Both Teams to Score, Manchester City and Yes at 11/8
TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR v WOLVERHAMPTON WANDERERS – Click here to bet
Tottenham Hotspur welcome Wolverhampton Wanderers to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday for a Premier League encounter between two sides desperate to reignite their campaigns. Spurs find themselves 11th in the table with 23 points from 18 matches (W7, D2, L9), struggling for form after a 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest extended their losing streak to two games. This poor run also includes a humbling 6-3 home defeat to league leaders Liverpool. However, Ange Postecoglou’s side will view this match as an opportunity to bounce back and improve their home record, where they have collected 13 points from 9 games this season (W4, D1, L4).
Wolverhampton Wanderers, meanwhile, have shown signs of revival under new manager Vitor Pereira. Currently 17th with 15 points (W4, D3, L11), Wolves have gained momentum with consecutive wins, including a morale-boosting 2-0 victory over Manchester United last Thursday. However, their away form remains shaky, with just 8 points from 9 outings (W2, D2, L5). Even so, Wolves’ recent performances suggest they are not to be underestimated.
Last season, Wolves completed a league double over Spurs, with a 2-1 victory in the reverse encounter followed by the same result in this fixture at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Given Tottenham’s recent struggles and Wolves’ newfound momentum, this match could be more competitive than the league standings suggest. However, I believe the hosts have enough to take something from the game in what promises to be an entertaining contest at both ends of the pitch.
Suggested Bet: Double Chance and Both Teams to Score, Tottenham Hotspur and Yes at 8/11
CRYSTAL PALACE v SOUTHAMPTON – Click here to bet
Crystal Palace host Southampton at Selhurst Park on Sunday in a crucial Premier League clash between two teams battling to escape the relegation zone. The Eagles arrive on the back of a goalless draw away to Bournemouth on Thursday, leaving them 16th in the standings with 17 points from 18 matches (W3, D8, L7). While the midweek stalemate earned a valuable point, Oliver Glasner’s side will be desperate to address their poor home form, having managed just one win and seven points from a possible 27 at Selhurst Park this season (W1, D4, L4).
Southampton, meanwhile, remain rooted to the bottom of the table with a dismal 6 points from 18 matches (W1, D3, L14) following a 1-0 defeat to West Ham at St Mary’s. The Saints’ woes are amplified on the road, where they are yet to secure a win, collecting only 2 points from 9 away matches (W0, D2, L7)—the second-worst away record in the league.
These two sides last met in the Premier League during the 2022/23 season, with Crystal Palace completing a league double over Southampton. The Eagles secured a narrow 1-0 victory in this fixture before a commanding 2-0 win in the reverse encounter.
Given Southampton’s ongoing struggles and Crystal Palace’s urgent need to capitalize on their home advantage, the hosts will see this as a prime opportunity to secure three vital points. Without overcomplicating things, my suggestion would be to back the Eagles to win outright this Sunday
Suggested Bet: Full Time Result, Crystal Palace at 8/13
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EVERTON v NOTTINGHAM FOREST – Click here to bet
Everton host Nottingham Forest at Goodison Park this Sunday in a Premier League clash between two teams with contrasting fortunes. The Toffees come into this match buoyed by a resilient 1-1 draw away to Manchester City, a result that highlights their attitude for survival as they attempt to climb the standings. Sean Dyche’s side currently sit 15th with 17 points from 17 matches (W3, D8, L6). While their home record has been modest, with just two wins and 10 points from a possible 24 (W2, D4, L2), they remain unbeaten in their last six outings at Goodison Park (W2, D4), a statistic that should provide confidence heading into this fixture.
High-flying Nottingham Forest arrive in great form, having secured their 10th league win of the season with a narrow 1-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur last Thursday. Espirito Santo’s men are enjoying a stellar campaign, sitting 3rd in the standings with 34 points from 18 matches (W10, D4, L4). On the road, Forest have been exceptional, boasting the third-best away record in the league with 17 points from 9 games (W5, D2, L2). Their current run of back-to-back away wins further reflects their strength and consistency this season, although they will be mindful of Everton’s recent home form and a history of head-to-head results favouring the Toffees.
Last season, Everton completed a league double over Nottingham Forest, securing a 1-0 win in the reverse fixture and a convincing 2-0 victory at Goodison Park.
With both teams coming into this game in good spirits, this clash promises to be an intriguing battle between Everton’s home resilience and Forest’s away prowess, where something will certainly have to give. Everton have shown signs of a decent turnaround recently, but with Forest going from strength to strength week in, week out, my preference will remain with the visitors to secure something from what is likely to be a tightly contested affair.
Suggested Bet: Double Chance and Total, Draw/Nottingham Forest and Under 3.5 at 17/20
FULHAM v BOURNEMOUTH – Click here to bet
Fulham welcome Bournemouth to Craven Cottage this Sunday for a Premier League encounter that could have significant implications in the race for European qualification. The Cottagers enter the game in fine form, riding a six-match unbeaten streak highlighted by a 2-1 away triumph over Chelsea last Thursday. Marco Silva’s men currently occupy 8th place in the league with 28 points from 18 games (W7, D7, L4), showcasing their consistent performances this season. At home, Fulham have been a tough nut to crack, earning 15 points from 9 matches (W4, D3, L2). With a chance to claim consecutive league victories for only the third time this season, the hosts will be eager to make the most of their home advantage.
Bournemouth, meanwhile, travel to West London on the back of a frustrating 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace. Despite the stumble, Andoni Iraola’s side remain in 6th place with 29 points from 18 matches (W8, D5, L5) and have emerged as credible European contenders. The Cherries have also demonstrated commendable form on the road, amassing 14 points from 9 away games (W4, D2, L3). They will view Sunday’s clash as an opportunity to consolidate their position near the top of the table and attempt to end Fulham’s unbeaten streak.
This fixture was evenly split last season, with Bournemouth claiming a 3-0 victory at home, while Fulham triumphed 3-1 in the corresponding fixture at Craven Cottage.
With both teams showing strong potential this campaign, Sunday’s match promises to be a closely contested battle between two sides eager to solidify their European ambitions, making the draw a plausible outcome based on value as well as current form. It’s a result both teams will likely be content with, given the stakes involved.
Suggested Bet: Full Time Result, Draw at 27/10
WEST HAM v LIVERPOOL – Click here to bet
We end the weekend’s action with a later kick-off as West Ham host league leaders Liverpool this Sunday at the London Stadium for a Premier League clash that promises to be a tough test for Julen Lopetegui’s side. The Hammers sit 13th in the table with 23 points from 18 matches (W6, D5, L7) and come into this fixture off the back of a crucial 1-0 away win against Southampton, extending their unbeaten run to four matches, during which they’ve taken 8 points from 12. Despite this positive run, their home form has been modest, earning just 11 points from 9 matches at the London Stadium (W3, D2, L4). Against this formidable Liverpool outfit, West Ham will need to be at their best to secure anything from this match.
Liverpool, on the other hand, continue to dominate the Premier League, securing a 3-1 comeback victory over Leicester City to extend their lead at the top. Under the guidance of Arne Slot, the Reds have accumulated 42 points from 17 matches (W13, D3, L1), holding a commanding seven-point advantage over second-place Chelsea, with a game in hand. Liverpool are on an impressive 22-match unbeaten streak across all competitions, with 19 wins during that run. Away from home, they’ve been exceptional, earning 20 points from 24 on the road and are yet to lose away (W6, D2), boasting the second-best away record in the league.
History strongly favours Liverpool in this fixture, as the Reds are unbeaten in their last seven meetings with West Ham across all competitions. Last season, Liverpool claimed a 3-1 win in the reverse encounter before sharing the spoils in a 2-2 draw in this corresponding EPL fixture in London.
With Liverpool in imperious form and West Ham eager to test themselves against the best, Sunday’s encounter promises to deliver an intriguing contest. I’m expecting goals from both ends of the spectrum, but ultimately, the visitors should walk away with the spoils, given their current form and strength across all areas of the pitch.
Suggested Bet: Result and Both Teams to Score, Liverpool and Yes at 29/20
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