This Tuesday, we return to Premier League action with three exciting matches. Below, we’ll provide our analysis of each game along with some suggested bets.
Before diving into the fixtures, let’s take a moment to explore the outright markets. While Liverpool may have the title almost secured, there are still other markets worth considering.
For those looking beyond the standard markets, the ‘League Winning Margin’ offers some intriguing options. Liverpool is priced at 5/6 to win the title by 10 points or more, which could be an appealing bet for some.
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ARSENAL v FULHAM – Click here to bet
With a twelve-point gap separating Arsenal from runaway leaders Liverpool, it appears that for the third consecutive season, the Gunners will likely have to settle for another runners-up finish, with just nine matches remaining in the domestic campaign. Currently 2nd in the Premier League with 58 points—four points clear of Nottingham Forest in 3rd—Mikel Arteta’s side will be eager to maintain their momentum when they host London rivals Fulham at the Emirates on Tuesday evening. Arsenal will be aiming to extend their unbeaten run in all competitions to six matches after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Chelsea just before the international break.
Having suffered just one league defeat all season on home soil, the Gunners have amassed 31 points from a possible 42 at home, reinforcing their stronghold at the Emirates. With no cup commitments this past weekend, Arsenal should benefit from a more favourable schedule compared to their opponents, who will have had a quick turnaround following their FA Cup quarter-final outing on Saturday.
Despite currently sitting 8th in the table with 45 points, Fulham still have a realistic chance of securing European qualification, as they are only four points behind fourth-placed Chelsea. Marco Silva’s men have matched Arsenal’s league form over the last eight matches, collecting 15 points from a possible 24, highlighted by their impressive 2-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur before the break.
However, with a congested schedule and limited recovery time following their FA Cup exit against Crystal Palace over the weekend, it remains to be seen whether the Cottagers will make rotational changes to keep the squad fresh for this tough encounter at the Emirates.
Head-to-Head
Interestingly, Arsenal have not managed to beat Fulham in their last three Premier League encounters, with their most recent meeting ending in a 1-1 draw. The last time the Cottagers visited the Emirates was last season, where they once again secured a point in a thrilling 2-2 draw.
Betting
Arsenal 9/20
Draw 7/2
Fulham 7/1
Verdict
Arsenal’s strong home form, combined with Fulham’s quick turnaround from their FA Cup match, should give the Gunners the upper hand in this contest. While Fulham are capable of competing against the best on their day, Arsenal’s quality and fresher legs should see them through.
Suggested Bet: Arsenal to Win & Over 2.5 Goals at 11/8
WOLVERHAMPTON WANDERERS v WEST HAM – Click here to bet
Still hovering dangerously close to the relegation zone, Wolverhampton Wanderers will be eager to secure all three points when they welcome West Ham to Molineux on Tuesday evening. Sitting in 17th place with 26 points, Wolves hold a nine-point cushion over the bottom three, thanks in part to their recent 2-1 victory over struggling Southampton before the international break.
While their Premier League status looks relatively safe for now, Vítor Pereira’s men won’t want to take anything for granted with 27 points still up for grabs in the run-in. Encouragingly, Wolves come into this fixture unbeaten in their last two league outings, having collected four points from a possible six. However, consistency remains an issue, particularly at home, where they have yet to secure back-to-back league wins this season. The closest they came was back in November, when they followed up a win with a draw.
West Ham, meanwhile, travel to Molineux looking to build on the hard-fought point they earned in a 1-1 draw away to Everton before the break. Given Everton’s steady improvements this season, it was a commendable result for the Hammers, who have now taken seven points from their last four league matches. With back-to-back away fixtures, Graham Potter’s side will be eager to continue their upward trajectory, especially against a Wolves side that has struggled for consistency at home.
Sitting 16th in the standings with 34 points, West Ham appear to be playing for pride at this stage of the campaign. However, since Potter’s arrival, signs of a revival have been evident, and they will look to carry that momentum into next season. That said, their away form has been patchy, with the Irons yet to record consecutive victories on the road this term. Encouragingly, they are unbeaten in their last two away games, having secured an impressive win at Arsenal before holding Everton to a draw.
Head-to-Head
West Ham have had the better of this fixture in recent times, winning five of their last six league encounters against Wolves, including a 2-1 victory in the reverse fixture earlier this season.
Betting
Wolverhampton Wanderers 29/20
Draw 23/10
West Ham 21/10
Verdict
Wolves’ inconsistency at Molineux raises questions about whether they have what it takes to claim all three points, especially against a West Ham side that has shown steady improvement under Graham Potter. Given both teams’ strengths and weaknesses and where they are placed on the table, I like the draw here—a result that both sides may ultimately be satisfied with at full-time.
.Suggested Bet: Full Time Result – Draw at 23/10
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NOTTINGHAM FOREST v MANCHESTER UNITED – Click here to bet
Nottingham Forest will aim to complete a rare league double over Manchester United when the two sides meet at the City Ground on Tuesday evening. Having already secured a 2-1 victory at Old Trafford earlier this season, Nuno Espírito Santo’s men will look to continue their impressive campaign as they push for a European spot.
Currently sitting third in the table with 54 points, Nottingham Forest have exceeded expectations, having been in a relegation battle just last season. Their most recent league outing saw them secure an emphatic 4-2 victory away at Ipswich, making it back-to-back wins and extending their unbeaten run to three EPL games. Forest also booked their place in the FA Cup semi-finals this past weekend after holding their nerve against Brighton in a penalty shootout—their third consecutive shootout victory in the tournament.
Manchester United, on the other hand, arrive at the City Ground with revenge in mind after their earlier defeat to Forest this season. Ruben Amorim’s side have endured an inconsistent campaign, sitting in 13th place with 37 points. However, they come into this clash unbeaten in their last four outings across all competitions.
On the domestic front, United got back to winning ways in style with a commanding 3-0 victory over Leicester City. However, their away form remains a concern, having suffered five defeats on the road this season. There are signs of improvement, though, as they are unbeaten in their last three away games across all competitions (W1, D2). United will look to extend that run in what promises to be a challenging test for the visitors from Manchester.
Head-to-Head
Manchester United have dominated this fixture in recent history, winning twelve of their last fourteen meetings against Nottingham Forest across all competitions. However, Forest’s 3-2 victory at Old Trafford earlier this season will give them confidence heading into this clash.
Betting
Nottingham Forest 13/10
Draw 5/2
Manchester United 22/10
Verdict
Nottingham Forest’s strong home form cannot be underestimated, but Manchester United’s recent resurgence and extra freshness—having not played over the weekend—make this an intriguing contest. With an FA Cup semi-final berth on the horizon after their weekend heroics, Forest will enter Tuesday’s clash brimming with confidence. It’s a tough game to call, but given the circumstances, both teams finding the net seems likely, despite Forest’s solid defensive record.
Suggested Bet: Both Teams to Score – Yes at 15/20
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