This Tuesday, we turn our attention to three Premier League matchups, providing detailed analysis and betting insights for each fixture.
Starting with the title race, Liverpool remain firm favourites, as short as 1/16 after this weekend’s results, with Arsenal as high as 17/2. Meanwhile, reigning champions Manchester City are listed at 100/1, while the rest of the field is available at 400/1 or higher.
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BRIGHTON v BOURNEMOUTH – Click here to bet
Brighton will be aiming to continue their fine run of form when they welcome Bournemouth to the Amex Stadium on Tuesday evening. The Seagulls moved up to 9th place with 40 points following their emphatic 4-0 victory over Southampton on Saturday. Fabian Hürzeler’s men have now won three consecutive matches in all competitions, including back-to-back Premier League games, scoring an impressive seven goals without conceding against both Chelsea and the Saints.
Now just four points adrift of European contention, Brighton have firmly positioned themselves in the race for European football next season. At home, they have accumulated 18 points from 12 matches, registering four wins, six draws, and only two defeats at the Amex Stadium.
Bournemouth, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 1-0 defeat at home to Wolverhampton Wanderers over the weekend. Andoni Iraola’s men sit 6th in the league with 43 points from 26 matches, a remarkable achievement considering their pre-season relegation concerns. However, speculation continues to grow regarding Iraola’s future, with strong links to Real Madrid potentially replacing Carlo Ancelotti in the summer.
Despite their setback at the Vitality Stadium on Saturday, Bournemouth have been superb on the road, remaining unbeaten in their last eight away fixtures in all competitions. This includes seven unbeaten Premier League outings, where they have collected 17 points from a possible 21, winning five and drawing two. The Cherries will be confident of securing a positive result against Brighton.
Head-to-Head
Last five league meetings: Brighton W4, Bournemouth W1
Earlier this season, Brighton earned a 2-1 victory in the reverse fixture at Vitality Stadium. In contrast, last season, they claimed a more dominant 3-0 win in this corresponding fixture at the Amex Stadium.
Betting
Brighton 23/20
Draw 28/10
Bournemouth 22/10
Verdict
Both teams are in contention for European football, and given their recent form, this should be a closely contested encounter. However, Brighton’s defensive solidity and Bournemouth’s impressive away record suggest a balanced affair.
Suggested Bet: Double Chance And Both Teams To Score – Brighton/Draw And Yes at 21/20
CRYSTAL PALACE v ASTON VILLA – Click here to bet
Crystal Palace will be looking to build on their recent win when they host Aston Villa at Selhurst Park on Tuesday evening. The Eagles returned to winning ways over the weekend with a 2-0 victory away at Fulham, moving up to 13th in the league with 33 points from 26 matches. However, Oliver Glasner’s side have struggled on home soil, losing their last two consecutive matches at Selhurst Park—both by a 2-1 scoreline against Everton and Brentford, respectively.
It has been a frustrating campaign at home for Palace, where they have registered just two wins all season, accumulating 11 points from a possible 39. Their inconsistent form in South London could prove problematic against a Villa side in pursuit of European football.
Aston Villa travel to Selhurst Park in high spirits after staging a dramatic comeback to defeat Chelsea 2-1 on Saturday. Unai Emery’s side are currently 8th in the league with 42 points, just two points shy of the European places. Their recent form has been promising, as they remain unbeaten in their last four matches across all competitions, all of which were played at Villa Park.
However, Villa’s away form remains a concern. They have suffered consecutive defeats in all competitions and have picked up just one point from a possible six in their last two Premier League away fixtures. Overall, the Villains have won only four of their 12 away matches, accumulating 14 points from a possible 36. They will need to be at their best to claim maximum points against Palace.
Head-to-Head
Last five league meetings: Crystal Palace W2, Draws 1, Aston Villa W2
In their earlier meeting this season, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace played out a hard-fought 2-2 draw at Villa Park. However, last season, Palace secured an emphatic 5-0 victory in this fixture at Selhurst Park.
Betting
Crystal Palace 31/20
Draw 12/5
Aston Villa 18/10
Verdict
Palace’s struggles at home and Villa’s inconsistency on the road make this a tough one to call. However, Villa’s superior squad depth and attacking options could give them the edge. With both sides likely to be involved in an open game, there’s a good chance for goals, so backing the visitors to score at least twice at Selhurst Park could potentially prove to be a profitable option this week.
Suggested Bet: Aston Villa Totals – Over 1.5 at 15/10
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CHELSEA v SOUTHAMPTON – Click here to bet
Chelsea will be desperate to halt their recent slump when they host Southampton at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday night. The Blues have suffered three consecutive defeats in all competitions, including back-to-back losses in the Premier League. Enzo Maresca’s men fell to a disappointing 2-1 defeat against Aston Villa over the weekend, conceding five goals in their last two league outings while scoring just once.
Currently 7th in the table with 43 points from 26 matches, Chelsea still maintain a strong home record, ranking seventh in the league in terms of home performances. They have secured 22 points from a possible 36 at Stamford Bridge, winning six, drawing four, and losing twice.
Meanwhile, Southampton find themselves in dire straits, staring relegation in the face after yet another lacklustre performance. Ivan Jurić’s side were humbled 4-0 at home by Brighton over the weekend and remain rock bottom with just nine points from 26 matches. Simply put, the Saints have not been competitive enough at this level and are running out of time to turn their fortunes around.
Southampton enter Tuesday’s clash on the back of three consecutive defeats in all competitions, conceding seven goals in their last two Premier League games while scoring just once. Their away form has been particularly dismal, with only five points collected all season. They have lost 10 of their 13 away matches, making Stamford Bridge an unwelcoming destination in their desperate bid to avoid the drop.
Head-to-Head
Last five league meetings: Chelsea W3, Southampton W2
Chelsea cruised to a 5-1 win away to Southampton at St Mary’s earlier this season. However, in their most recent encounter at Stamford Bridge during the 2022/23 campaign, Southampton edged a tightly contested match with a 1-0 victory.
Betting
Chelsea 2/9
Draw 13/2
Southampton 10/1
Verdict
Chelsea’s recent form has been underwhelming, but given Southampton’s struggles, this presents a prime opportunity for the Blues to bounce back with a dominant performance.
Suggested Bet: Handicap – Chelsea -1.5 at 6/10
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