Predictions for the Premier League Matchday 35, May 2-5
Manchester City vs Wolverhampton
The teams meeting are both on winning streaks. However, their tournament ambitions differ greatly. To be precise, the visitors have none. Wolverhampton is simply playing out the season, while Man City is fighting for a spot in the Champions League. We believe motivation could be a key factor. We'll bet on a victory for the "Citizens" with a margin of more than one goal. They have defeated Wolverhampton four times in a row at home, three of which were by a large margin.
Match Prediction for Manchester City - Wolverhampton: Home win with a handicap (-1)
Aston Villa vs Fulham
A meeting of table neighbors. However, there is a 6-point difference between them, so Fulham can't be considered a real contender for a European competition spot. Nevertheless, the "Cottagers" are always dangerous: in April, they defeated Liverpool (3:2) and came very close to taking points from Chelsea (2:1). Aston Villa, on the other hand, is experiencing a slump, having recently been knocked out of the FA Cup by Crystal Palace (0:3). Therefore, we won't delve into outcomes but will choose a total over 2.5 goals. This bet has won in 7 of the last 8 head-to-head matches between the teams.
Match Prediction for Aston Villa - Fulham: Total over 2.5 goals
Everton vs Ipswich Town
Neither team has anything left to play for in the standings – Everton has secured their Premier League status, and Ipswich, after losing to Newcastle (0:3) in the last round, has officially been relegated to the Championship. The task now is to go out and play good football. In such a situation, we see both teams to score as an optimal bet. The "Toffees" are favorites, but they have kept a clean sheet in only 1 of their last 11 matches.
Match Prediction for Everton - Ipswich Town: Both teams to score
Leicester City vs Southampton
The main underperformers of the season will face off. Leicester is on a dreadful run, not scoring in 9 consecutive home Premier League matches. But the worst defense in the league is coming to the King Power, so the "Foxes" should finally delight their fans with a goal. However, keeping their own goal intact will be challenging, as Southampton has only failed to score once in their last 7 matches.
Match Prediction for Leicester City - Southampton: Both teams to score
Arsenal vs Bournemouth
The "Gunners'" 12-match unbeaten streak has been broken. Arsenal will host Bournemouth following a defeat to PSG (0:1) in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final. Mikel Arteta's men will already be thinking about Paris, which puts them at risk of dropping points against the "Cherries." In the last 3 Premier League matches at the Emirates, both teams have scored, and our editorial team believes this trend will continue.
Match Prediction for Arsenal vs Bournemouth: Both Teams to Score
Brentford vs Manchester United
Who would have thought that by the end of the season Brentford would be above Manchester United? But such are the realities. The "Red Devils" have focused all their efforts on the Europa League, not winning in the Premier League since March. Ruben Amorim's team has a return leg against Athletic ahead, so we wouldn't expect miracles from them away at the strong "Bees". In the last round, Thomas Frank's men scored four goals against Brighton, so a couple of goals against United is a feasible task for them.
Prediction for Brentford vs Manchester United: Home Team Total Over 1.5 Goals
West Ham vs Tottenham
The "Spurs" have had a disastrous current Premier League campaign, suffering an unthinkable 19 defeats, and risk dropping to 17th place. They are visiting a direct competitor in West Ham, but their minds will be on the return leg of the Europa League semi-final against Bodo/Glimt. The trip to Norway is a very serious test. Therefore, a bet on the "Hammers" to win with a handicap (0) seems logical.
Prediction for West Ham vs Tottenham: Home Win with Handicap (0)
Brighton vs Newcastle
A match with no clear favorite. Newcastle is clearly in better form and unlike Brighton, they are contending for a Champions League spot. However, the trip to the "Falmer" doesn't seem like an easy walk for the "Magpies". We lean towards the teams delivering an exciting end-to-end game. Together, they have already had 12 consecutive high-scoring matches.
Prediction for Brighton vs Newcastle: Total Over 2.5 Goals
Chelsea vs Liverpool
The central fixture of the round. Liverpool will play their first match as Premier League champions at "Stamford Bridge", and bookmakers are not just doubting the "Reds" for no reason. Arne Slot's men have already accomplished their task, while Enzo Maresca's protégés are motivated by the fight for a Champions League spot. The "Blues" had a serious slump, but with the return of Nico Jackson, the team has improved in attack. We expect a championship hangover for the "Scousers" and anticipate that Chelsea will score two goals against them for the first time since 2022.
Prediction for Chelsea vs Liverpool: Home Team Total Over 1.5 Goals
Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest
The teams have had five consecutive low-scoring head-to-head matches, and a change in trend seems unlikely. Nottingham is not losing hope for a Champions League spot, so they will come to "Selhurst Park" aiming to play as cautiously as possible. A scenario is likely where the outcome of the winner will be decided by a single goal.
