COVID-19 and how the 2020 Sports was affected

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It’s been a real struggle for almost every nation, entity, social group, and each individual ever since the pandemic was announced by the World Health Association on 13. March earlier this years. The coronavirus pandemic has sent shockwaves around the world, leading to a public health emergency that has killed thousands and plunged the global economy. It’s been more than a month since we last went to work, restaurant, and bar or met our friends outside. It’s been even harder for the sports fans out there – no sports events were held since the start of the pandemic restrictions were introduced. Almost every sports industry took the hit and it’s to be seen how they will recover, both in terms of sporting events and financially.

We will take a look at how the different sports were cancelled and which measures were taken.

NBA, NHL, NFL and MLB

NBA was one of the first major league being suspended after the Utah Jazz star Rudy Gobert was tested positive just minutes before the Jazz match against Oklahoma City Thunder. Later that day the American basketball governing body decided that all matches will be suspended until further notice. Even though there remains no clear return date for the NBA, there is reportedly a growing sense of optimism in the league that the 2019-20 season can be salvaged amid the coronavirus pandemic. The financial loss of the NBA and the other franchises which are going to suffer is yet to be determined.

The industry is trying to capitalize on the spike in media consumption by finding new ways to engage consumers. In the absence of live games, this means other content must be made available to fans. For example, sports broadcasters such as ESPN and Fox Sports are showing classic games, archived content, documentaries, e-sports and niche competitions in a bid to keep consumers watching. Individual leagues are doing the same. The NFL is making every game since 2009 available for streaming on its direct-to-consumer channel Game Pass, a strategy that led to a 500-fold increase in daily sign-ups for the service. In addition to all this, expected wages decrease or donations from players to organizations and fans are expected.

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Football around the world

Maybe the major hit was took by the football fans who were enjoying a very interesting season, European cups were in their decisive part and in 3 months the UEFA European Tournament was about to be played. The Euros, were to be very different as 12 different cities across the continent in 10 different countries were set to host the most exciting European nation tournament on the continent. Now the fans must wait for another year, as the Euro 2020 will be played in the summer of 2021.

Of course there was idea to have matches played behind closed doors. Even the Italy Seria A tried that for 1-2 weeks before cancelling the leagues. On 12 March 2020, UEFA announced that the elite qualification round of the men and women’s under-17 and under-19 youth international tournaments had been postponed. The following day, UEFA postponed all fixtures for the following week in the Champions League and Europa League

There are different options and possible solutions how the season might be finished, cancelled or played in different manner so a positive outcome is reached for all concerned. One thing is for sure, the pandemia caused major shake-up to the world of football and its remains to be seen how this will impact the clubs, leagues, players and fans.

Olympics and other sports impacted

Of course, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic games were also very much anticipated and the highlight in the athletics calendar in almost 4 years’ time. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Japanese government agreed to postpone the Tokyo 2020 Olympics for one year as the world grapples with the impact of coronavirus. The IOC also added that the Olympic flame will stay in Japan and the games will remain to be called as ”the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020.” This was received with mixed feelings amongst all sportspersons and staff involved with the financial impact believed to be huge.

Tennis fans were also hit by the coronavirus impact. Roland Garros and Wimbledon amongst the major tournaments being cancelled. It’s to be announced in June whether the US Open will be held in September

All other major sports such as F1, volleyball, rugby, motor sports, golf and many more were hit and postponed all events to a certain extent that the humanity doesn’t recall such events ever since the World War II.

Sport having a break, but the impact will be for us to examine with years to come. While enjoying your break from sports, we will give you the Top 10 Most memorable moments series. Keep an eye on our Blog section in the coming days. First up – Top 10 Memorable Moments – UEFA Football European Championships.

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Round 29 EPL Preview – March 2020

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1. Liverpool – Bournemouth

Liverpool will be looking to return to winning ways after a poor spell of form when they welcome relegation-threatened Bournemouth to Anfield on Saturday lunchtime. Jurgen Klopp’s side have lost three of their last four games across all competitions but are firm favorites to get their campaign back on track against a Bournemouth side who sit inside the bottom three with 10 games of the season remaining. The Reds were disappointing against Chelsea in the FA Cup and Watford in the League, but will have to be wary of the threat Bournemouth are possessing and have one eye for the upcoming UEFA Champions League return leg against Atletico Madrid. The Cherries make the trip to Anfield having lost each of their last five away outings and eight of their last nine in the top flight, while no team have lost more games on their travels this season.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Bournemouth 0 : 3 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 3 : 0 Bournemouth
  • Bournemouth 0 : 4 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 3 : 0 Bournemouth
  • Bournemouth 0 : 4 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 2 : 2 Bournemouth

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
1 Liverpool 28 26 1 1 64 20 +44 79 W
W
W
W
W
L
18 Bournemouth 28 7 6 15 28 45 -17 27 L
W
W
L
L
D
Prediction: Liverpool to win

2. Arsenal – West Ham

In a London derby where the 3 points matter for different reasons for both clubs, Arsenal and West Ham will be hoping to a crucial win. Arsenal are only five points behind 5th placed Manchester United and the Gunners are well and truly into the contention for European places. The North London club are unbeaten in 2020 and could turn out to have a good season after progressing the FA Cup and all to play for in the league. West Ham are just above the relegation zone with better goal difference so every point will matter for the away side knowing they need to face tough oppositions in their remaining 10 games. The much needed win last week was surrounded by fans protests and this will not help the on field matters for sure.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • West Ham 1 : 3 Arsenal
  • West Ham 1 : 0 Arsenal
  • Arsenal 3 : 1 West Ham
  • Arsenal 4 : 1 West Ham
  • Arsenal 1 : 0 West Ham
  • West Ham 0 : 0 Arsenal

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
10 Arsenal 27 8 13 6 39 36 +3 37 D
D
D
D
W
W
16 West Ham 28 7 6 15 35 49 -14 27 L
L
D
L
L
W
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals

3. Southampton – Newcastle

Southampton and Newcastle United meet in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon with just two points separating the clubs in the standings. While the Saints have lost three out of their last four outings, the Magpies are without a top-flight victory in five attempts and while the two clubs are relatively far from the relegation zone, they need to pick up points. Newcastle forgot about their disappointment in the league by beating WBA in the FA Cup and will be looking for their next round tie against Man City. Saints were criticized by their manager and now need to turn their sights behind their back looking at other teams. Given the nervy affair and the pressure to both teams, we expect a draw.

a. Previous 6 games

  • Newcastle United 2 : 1 Southampton
  • Newcastle United 3 : 1 Southampton
  • Southampton 0 : 0 Newcastle United
  • Newcastle United 3 : 0 Southampton
  • Southampton 2 : 2 Newcastle United
  • Southampton 3 : 1 Newcastle United

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
13 Southampton 28 10 4 14 35 51 -16 34 L
W
L
L
W
L
14 Newcastle United 28 8 8 12 24 41 -17 32 W
D
D
L
L
D
Prediction: Draw

4. Wolves – Brighton

Wolverhampton Wanderers play host to Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon looking to extend their unbeaten domestic streak to five matches. As for Brighton, they make the trip to Molineux sitting just one point above the relegation zone after a disappointing period in the top flight. Wolves are going to play in Europe next week and must be focused in the last part of a entertaining and fruitful season. With Arsenal and Manchester United to follow the meeting with Wolves, the schedule is unrelenting for the South-coast outfit, who at one point were a fixture in the top half of the table. Despite failing to find the back of the net against Crystal Palace last weekend, Brighton’s biggest problem is recording a clean sheet, something which has only occurred once since November 10.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Brighton 2 : 2 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 0 : 0 Brighton
  • Brighton 1 : 0 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 0 : 2 Brighton
  • Brighton 1 : 0 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Brighton 0 : 1 Wolverhampton Wanderers

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
6 Wolverhampton Wanderers 28 10 12 6 41 34 +7 42 W
L
D
D
W
W
15 Brighton 28 6 10 12 32 40 -8 28 D
L
D
D
D
L
Prediction: Newcastle to win

5. Crystal Palace – Watford

Watford will be looking to build on last weekend’s shock victory over Liverpool when they travel to Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon. The Hornets became the first Premier League team to beat Liverpool this season when they triumphed last time out, but Nigel Pearson’s side are still 17th in the table, five positions behind Palace. It is difficult to say that the Eagles are completely out of the relegation mix, but they are nine points clear of 18th-placed Bournemouth and therefore it is difficult to imagine them being dragged into trouble. Looking up the division, Palace are only four points off seventh-placed Tottenham Hotspur and would fancy their chances of rising up the table should they triumph this weekend. These two teams played out a goalless draw when they locked horns at Vicarage Road in December, but Watford have won three of their last four meetings in all competitions, so our team expects a goal fiesta this time round.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Watford 0 : 0 Crystal Palace
  • Watford 2 : 1 Crystal Palace
  • Crystal Palace 1 : 2 Watford
  • Watford 2 : 1 Crystal Palace
  • Watford 0 : 0 Crystal Palace
  • Crystal Palace 2 : 1 Watford

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
12 Crystal Palace 28 9 9 10 25 32 -7 36 D
L
L
L
W
W
17 Watford 28 6 9 13 27 43 -16 27 D
L
L
D
L
W
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals

6. Sheffield United – Norwich

A revitalised Norwich City will be looking to make it three victories in succession when they travel to Sheffield United in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon. The Canaries beat Leicester City in the league last time out before progressing to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup courtesy of a penalty-shootout win over Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday evening. Sheffield United also progressed in the cup so also will be in good spirits. Both newcomers settled differently in the league as Sheffield are on a course of European qualification and the Canaries are finding it hard. As it stands, they are six points from the safety of 17th position, meaning that another win this weekend would truly ignite their battle for survival. The Canaries have a huge game at home to Southampton next weekend, before the quarter-finals of the FA Cup at home to Manchester United.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Norwich 1 : 2 Sheffield United
  • Norwich 2 : 2 Sheffield United
  • Sheffield United 2 : 1 Norwich
  • Norwich 1 : 2 Sheffield United
  • Sheffield United 0 : 1 Norwich
  • Sheffield United 1 : 2 Norwich

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
8 Sheffield United 27 10 10 7 29 25 +4 40 W
D
L
W
W
D
20 Norwich 28 5 6 17 25 51 -26 21 W
L
D
L
L
W
Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals

7. Burnley – Tottenham

Tottenham Hotspur will be looking to get their season back on track when they face Burnley at Turf Moor in Saturday’s late Premier League kickoff. Spurs were knocked out of the FA Cup by Norwich City in midweek and have lost four games in a row, leaving their campaign on the brink of tatters. Jose Mourinho could be in trouble after failing to deliver results. Injuries may played a part and the Portuguese must address the 2 consecutive losses in the league leaving them 7th in the table. Burnley’s strong recent run has been built on a solid defense, with Nick Pope strengthening claims that he should be England’s number one at this summer’s European Championship finals by keeping three clean sheets in four matches. Burnley could overcome Tottenham in the table if they win and our team predicts more woes for Spurs.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Tottenham 5 : 0 Burnley
  • Burnley 2 : 1 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 1 : 0 Burnley
  • Burnley 0 : 3 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 1 : 1 Burnley
  • Burnley 0 : 2 Tottenham

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
7 Tottenham 28 11 7 10 46 39 +7 40 D
W
W
W
L
L
9 Burnley 28 11 5 12 33 39 -6 38 D
W
L
D
D
W
Prediction: Burnley to win

8. Chelsea – Everton

Chelsea found new reason to belief in their season after winning impressively against Liverpool. Now they face their city neighbours Everton in a bid to improve their league form and to firm their place in the Top 4. Lampard’s side lack consistency and the usual change in formation and starting line-up might cost the Blues the chance to fight for greater things. Everton are a looking like a new club with Ancellotti in charge and almost every player perform much better than before. The Toffees were denied a good win against Man United last weekend and the offside decision left bitter taste. Now the Toffees will play away from home and on counter, so they might be dangerous to a shaky Blues defence.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Everton 3 : 1 Chelsea
  • Everton 2 : 0 Chelsea
  • Chelsea 0 : 0 Everton
  • Everton 0 : 0 Chelsea
  • Chelsea 2 : 1 Everton
  • Chelsea 2 : 0 Everton

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
4 Chelsea 28 13 6 9 47 39 +8 4 L
D
D
L
W
D
11 Everton 28 10 7 11 37 42 -5 37 D
D
W
W
L
D
Prediction: Draw

9. Manchester United – Manchester City

In the Manchester derby in which both teams will want to get bragging rights against their closest rivals. United are getting closer and closer to the Top 4 and with the arrival of Bruno Fernandes the team have more flexibility in midfield. City on other hand are playing without any pressure and this brings out a very dangerous team to play against. Both clubs progressed in the FA Cup and City also have UEFA Champions League commitment after a solid display in Madrid. We expect the match to mean more to both teams even that City are well and truly behind Liverpool and United have all to play for. Given the pressure in the match, we expect many yellow cards.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Manchester City 0 : 1 Manchester United
  • Manchester United 0 : 0 Manchester City
  • Manchester City 1 : 2 Manchester United
  • Manchester United 0 : 2 Manchester City
  • Manchester City 3 : 1 Manchester United
  • Manchester City 2 : 3 Manchester United

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
2 Manchester City 27 18 3 6 68 29 +39 57 L
D
D
L
W
D
5 Manchester United 28 11 9 8 42 30 +12 42 L
L
D
W
W
D
Prediction: Over 4.5 Cards

10. Leicester – Aston Villa

Leicester are facing Aston Villa in the last match of the round on Monday night. The Foxes are in the Top 4 and few wins till the end of the season will guarantee their UEFA Champions League place for next year. Aston Villa on other hand are in 3 defeats in a row and the Villans must improve if they want to survive. Their fixture list offers very busy and difficult teams to face, so the performance in the heart-breaking defeat in the Carabao Cup final must be used as a foundation.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Aston Villa 2 : 1 Leicester
  • Leicester 0 : 0 Aston Villa
  • Aston Villa 1 : 4 Leicester
  • Aston Villa 1 : 1 Leicester
  • Leicester 3 : 2 Aston Villa
  • Aston Villa 2 : 1 Leicester

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
3 Leicester 28 15 5 8 54 28 +26 50 L
W
D
D
L
L
19 Aston Villa 27 7 4 16 34 52 -18 25 L
D
W
L
L
L
Prediction: Over 4.5 Cards
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Round 28 EPL Preview – February 2020

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1. Norwich – Leicester

Norwich will host Leicester on Friday and will be looking to get some points on the board. The Canaries have earned praise for some positive performances, though that only gets you so far in the Premier League. Following back-to-back defeats to Liverpool and Wolverhampton – the latter a 3-0 – the gap on safety is now seven points. There is no doubt that Leicester have gone off the boil over the past few weeks, with Brendan Rodgers’s men winning just two of their last nine league and cup matches. That run includes an EFL Cup semi-final defeat to Aston Villa, while in the Premier League they have only beaten West Ham United since New Year’s Day. Despite their disappointing points return, though, the Foxes remain third in the table and are not exactly looking nervously over their shoulders. We suggest that a surprise is on the cards, Norwich to finally win after some impressive performances.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Leicester 1 : 1 Norwich
  • Leicester 1 : 0 Norwich
  • Norwich 1 : 2 Leicester
  • Norwich 1 : 2 Leicester
  • Leicester 2 : 3 Norwich
  • Norwich 4 : 3 Leicester

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
3 Leicester 27 15 5 7 54 27 +27 50 L
L
W
D
D
L
20 Norwich 27 4 6 17 24 51 -27 18 L
W
L
D
L
L
Prediction: Norwich to win

2. Brighton – Crystal Palace

Brighton & Hove Albion take on Crystal Palace at the Amex Stadium in the Premier League early kick off on Saturday, with both sides hoping to earn bragging rights in the A23 derby. The Seagulls have been struggling for form of late and sit just four points clear of the relegation zone, while a win for Palace could see them rise as high as 11th. Without a win since the new year began, Brighton have been in freefall after a positive start under Graham Potter and now find themselves in a relegation scrap. Three consecutive draws have altered the negative momentum somewhat and there would be no better way to end such a run of poor form than with a win over rivals Crystal Palace. Palace have also been in poor form recently and secured their first win since Boxing Day against Newcastle United last weekend. A Patrick van Aanholt strike just before half-time proved the difference and halted the club’s slow fall towards the drop zone. Knowing both teams struggles, we suggest a nervy draw.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Crystal Palace 1 : 1 Brighton
  • Crystal Palace 1 : 2 Brighton
  • Brighton 3 : 1 Crystal Palace
  • Crystal Palace 3 : 2 Brighton
  • Brighton 2 : 1 Crystal Palace
  • Brighton 0 : 0 Crystal Palace

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
13 Crystal Palace 27 8 9 10 24 32 -8 33 D
D
L
L
L
W
15 Brighton 27 6 10 11 32 39 -7 28 L
D
L
D
D
D
Prediction: Draw

3. Bournemouth – Chelsea

Chelsea make the trip to the Vitality Stadium to face Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon holding a three-point advantage in the race for fourth spot in the Premier League. Meanwhile, Bournemouth welcome the Blues looking to end a run of two successive defeats, an achievement which may ensure that they remain out of the relegation zone. The Blues were shocked by Bayern in the midweek and potentially are out of the UEFA Champions League after the heavy loss in the first leg, so they might now prioritize the league. Given the drop in their form in the league and the teams around them wanting to break in the Top 4, the Blues must win such matches. Prediction – a must win for Chelsea.

a. Previous 6 games

  • Chelsea 0 : 1 Bournemouth
  • Bournemouth 4 : 0 Chelsea
  • Chelsea 1 : 0 Bournemouth
  • Chelsea 2 : 0 Bournemouth
  • Chelsea 0:3 Bournemouth
  • Chelsea 2 : 1 Bournemouth

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
4 Chelsea 27 13 5 9 45 37 +8 44 W
L
D
D
L
W
16 Bournemouth 26 7 5 14 26 40 -14 26 L
L
L
W
W
L
Prediction: Chelsea to win

4. Newcastle – Burnley

Newcastle United play host to Burnley on Saturday afternoon having gone four games without success in the Premier League. Meanwhile, Burnley make the trip to St James’ Park having recorded 13 points from a possible 15, a run which has taken the Clarets into contention for a European place. In January, after a run of seven Premier League defeats in nine, Burnley fans could have been forgiven for wanting a change in the dugout in order to boost their chances of remaining in the top flight. However, Sean Dyche deserves huge credit for a revival which has resulted in four wins and a draw being recorded since January 19, which includes victories over Leicester City and Manchester United. Such an improvement in form has led to relegation no longer being in Burnley’s thinking, with the focus instead being on trying to claim a top-seven finish. While Steve Bruce has talked up the club’s chances in the FA Cup, such comments came when the Magpies were performing well in the Premier League, but that has changed in recent weeks. Newcastle have failed to score in their last three top-flight fixtures against Norwich City, Arsenal and Crystal Palace respectively, leaving the club just seven points above the drop zone. One positive result will change the mood in the North-East, but a fifth game without a league win on Saturday will put Bruce under increasing pressure heading into a crucial period of the season. Newcastle to win by small margin.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Burnley 1 : 0 Newcastle United
  • Newcastle United 2 : 0 Burnley
  • Burnley 1 : 2 Newcastle United
  • Newcastle United 1 : 1 Burnley
  • Burnley 1 : 0 Newcastle United
  • Newcastle United 3 : 3 Burnley

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
10 Burnley 27 11 4 12 33 39 -6 37 L
W
W
D
W
W
14 Newcastle United 27 8 7 12 24 41 -17 31 D
W
D
D
L
L
Prediction: Newcastle to win

5. West Ham – Southampton

West Ham United face Southampton at the London Stadium on Saturday afternoon knowing that a point could move the club out of the Premier League relegation zone. The Saints make the trip to England’s capital sitting 10 points above the bottom three and the same margin behind fourth-placed Chelsea. While David Moyes would have been encouraged by his side’s performance against Liverpool on Monday night, West Ham have now gone eight matches without success in all competitions. Hammers need to find their form and start picking up points in order to avoid their multi-million squad to face relegation and disappoint their fan base.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Southampton 0 : 1 West Ham
  • West Ham 3 : 0 Southampton
  • Southampton 1 : 2 West Ham
  • West Ham 3 : 0 Southampton
  • Southampton 3 : 2 West Ham
  • Southampton 1 : 3 West Ham

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
12 Southampton 27 10 4 13 34 48 -14 34 W
L
W
L
L
W
18 West Ham 27 6 6 15 32 48 -16 24 D
L
L
D
L
L
Prediction: Both teams to score

6. Watford – Liverpool

Liverpool’s march towards Premier League immortality takes them to Vicarage Road on Saturday evening as they face Watford with yet more history beckoning. Just 12 points from claiming the title, Jurgen Klopp’s side would set a new Premier League record for consecutive victories should they chalk up a 19th in a row this weekend, but take on a Watford side that ran them close in the reverse fixture at Anfield. Twelve points is all Liverpool need to finally put their league title ghost to bed as they head into another week with another record available for their relentless and remarkable team. Watford’s improved performance was soon reflected in their results, though, with that Liverpool loss proving to be their only defeat in Pearson’s first eight games at the helm across all competitions – a run of form which briefly lifted them out of the relegation zone. However, that honeymoon period is now well and truly over and Watford welcome the champions-elect having lost four of their last five games across all competitions, including defeats to Liverpool’s Merseyside neighbours Tranmere Rovers and Everton.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Liverpool 2 : 0 Watford
  • Liverpool 5 : 0 Watford
  • Watford 0 : 3 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 5 : 0 Watford
  • Watford 3 : 3 Liverpool
  • Watford 0 : 1 Liverpool

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
1 Liverpool 27 26 1 0 64 17 +47 79 W
W
W
W
W
W
19 Watford 27 5 9 13 24 43 -19 24 W
D
L
L
D
L
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals

7. Tottenham – Wolves

Tottenham face Wolves in top of the table clash which will be important for the European places. Both teams have still commitments and need to have one eye to the other competition as well. Spurs lost to Chelsea but were on a 3 matches winning run before that defeat, so they will fancy their chances. Wolves are only a point away and the sky is the only limit for Nuno’s side. They are impressing week after week and potentially they can upset another of the leading pack.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 : 2 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 1 : 3 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 2 : 3 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 1 : 1 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 0 : 2 Tottenham
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 3 : 3 Tottenham

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
6 Tottenham 27 11 7 9 44 36 +8 40 L
D
W
W
W
L
8 Wolverhampton Wanderers 27 9 12 6 38 32 +6 39 D
W
L
D
D
W
Prediction: Wolves to win

8. Everton – Manchester United

Carlo Ancelotti’s Everton came unstuck last weekend at the Emirates as they were on the losing end of a five-goal thriller against Arsenal. Now the Toffees face in-form Man United side and will be up for another difficult match. Man United progress in the UEFA Europa League and will enter the match in good spirits. The Red Devils seems to find their form again and the new signing Bruno Fernandes is becoming integral figure for the team. In Greenwood and Martial, they have a very quick and scoring attack, so we might see a goal fiesta again. Our prediction – over 2.5 Goals.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Manchester United 1 : 1 Everton
  • Everton 4 : 0 Manchester United
  • Manchester United 2 : 1 Everton
  • Everton 0 : 2 Manchester United
  • Manchester United 4 : 0 Everton
  • Manchester United 1 : 1 Everton

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
5 Manchester United 27 11 8 8 41 29 +12 41 W
L
L
D
W
W
11 Everton 27 10 6 11 36 41 -5 36 W
D
D
W
W
L
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals
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Round 27 EPL Preview – February 2020

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1. Chelsea – Tottenham

Chelsea and Tottenham are giving a start to the round 27 in the English Premier League and the London derby will be as important as ever for both teams. Chelsea are in trouble losing their place in the Top 4 and will definitely would have 1 eye on the next weeks Champions League fixture with Bayern Munich. Tottenham on other hand need to find their form without their main strike threats Kane and Son and would have European hangover after a home defeat against RB Leipzig. The news that Man City will be thrown out of the UEFA Champions League, definitely brings extra incentive to the 5th place and both teams would want to cement their place by starting with an impressive result against their neighbours. Our team expects not so many chances in a nervy derby game.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Tottenham 0 : 2 Chelsea
  • Chelsea 2 : 0 Tottenham
  • Chelsea 2 : 1 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 0 : 0 Chelsea
  • Tottenham 3 : 1 Chelsea
  • Chelsea 1 : 3 Tottenham

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
4 Chelsea 26 12 5 9 43 36 +7 41 D
W
L
D
D
L
5 Tottenham 26 11 7 8 43 34 +9 40 L
L
D
W
W
W
Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals

2. Crystal Palace – Newcastle

Crystal Palace are playing at home against a spirited Newcastle side and the Eagles will be looking to bounce back with a win after suffering 3 consecutive defeats. Newcastle were doomed and gloomed, but the Magpies are performing above expectations and Steve Bruce’s side is far above the relagation zone as their opponents. A bad run could mean you are again in the battle for survival, so both sides know the importance of each and every point gained. Eagles’ board offered new contract to their boss and hopefully for their fans, Roy Hodgson will stay. Bruce will feel that Palace, who possess an equally poor record in the final third as Newcastle, are ideal opponents, but the visitors may have to rely on some individual brilliance from one of their attackers to get anything from what should be a closely-fought game.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Newcastle United 1 : 0 Crystal Palace
  • Newcastle United 0 : 1 Crystal Palace
  • Crystal Palace 0 : 0 Newcastle United
  • Crystal Palace 1 : 1 Newcastle United
  • Newcastle United 1 : 0 Crystal Palace
  • Newcastle United 1 : 0 Crystal Palace

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
13 Newcastle United 26 8 7 11 24 40 -16 31 L
D
W
D
D
L
14 Crystal Palace 26 7 9 10 23 32 -9 30 D
D
D
L
L
L
Prediction: Draw

3. Burnley – Bournemouth

Eddie Howe is returning to his old club searching for points that would further drift away his side from the relegation troubles. The Cherries won 2 out of their last 3 matches and will definitely rely on the form of their main striker Callum Wilson. Burnley on other hand improved drastically over the last month and the Clarets picked up 10 points in the process. Now they don’t look back and are looking above themselves. Having avoided defeat against Leicester City, Manchester United, Arsenal and Southampton, there should be the desire to kick on with the possibility of eighth spot being enough to secure a place in Europe. They will be too hard to beat for Bournemouth.

a. Previous 6 games

  • Bournemouth 0 : 1 Burnley
  • Bournemouth 1 : 3 Burnley
  • Burnley 4 : 0 Bournemouth
  • Burnley 1 : 2 Bournemouth
  • Bournemouth 1 : 2 Burnley
  • Bournemouth 2 : 1 Burnley

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
11 Burnley 26 10 4 12 30 39 -9 34 L
L
W
W
D
W
16 Bournemouth 26 7 5 14 26 40 -14 26 L
L
L
W
W
L
Prediction: Burnley to win

4. Sheffield United – Brighton

Sheffield United take on Brighton & Hove Albion at Bramall Lane on Saturday, as the Blades look to keep pace in the fight for Champions League football. Brighton’s focus is at the other end of the division, and Graham Potter’s side will know how valuable a win could be in their battle to remain in the Premier League. Since an impressive away win over Arsenal in early December, Brighton have won just once in all competitions and have kept just one clean sheet. The Seagulls’s away form has also been particularly poor, with Brighton managing just two wins all season away from home. Our team considers Sheffield U to be too strong for the visitors.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Brighton 0 : 1 Sheffield United
  • Sheffield United 3 : 1 Brighton
  • Brighton 0 : 1 Sheffield United
  • Sheffield United 1 : 2 Brighton
  • Brighton 1 : 1 Sheffield United
  • Sheffield United 2 : 1 Brighton

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
6 Sheffield United 26 10 9 7 28 24 4 39 L
W
D
L
W
W
15 Brighton 26 6 9 11 31 38 -7 27 D
L
D
L
D
D
Prediction: Sheffield United to win

5. Southampton – Aston Villa

Southampton welcome Aston Villa to St Mary’s on Saturday in the Premier League, with both sides looking to steer themselves away from the relegation zone. The Saints lost their last game to Burnley in bizarre circumstances, while Villa suffered a last-minute defeat to Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. Both teams rely on their main stars in Jack Grealish and Danny Inngs and both of them will be the key men to watch at St. Mary’s. Tyrone Mings will return to the starting lineup ahead of Saturday’s meeting which should help bring more security at the back, but the absence of Wesley and John McGinn has been hurting their attacking play. Villa have picked up just eight points on the road all season, managing two wins and conceding 26 goals. A classic 6-pointer between two sides suffering in their confidence, so our team considers high-scoring nervy affair.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Aston Villa 1 : 3 Southampton
  • Aston Villa 2 : 4 Southampton
  • Southampton 1 : 1 Aston Villa
  • Southampton 2 : 1 Aston Villa
  • Southampton 6 : 1 Aston Villa
  • Aston Villa 1 : 1 Southampton

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
12 Southampton 26 9 4 13 32 48 -16 31 W
W
L
W
L
L
17 Aston Villa 26 7 4 15 34 50 -16 25 W
L
D
W
L
L
Prediction: Both teams to score

6. Leicester – Man City

Late kick-off on Saturday two of the Top 4 face each other in final attempt to cut the gap between them and Liverpool. Man City had turbulent weeks over the past few weeks and will appreciate some distractions from their off the field problems. The Citizens will then open March with the EFL Cup final against Aston Villa before visiting Sheffield Wednesday in the FA Cup three days later. It is a very, very busy period of the season for the Manchester giants, who could still enjoy a brilliant campaign on the field despite concerns behind the scenes. Pep Guardiola vs. Brendan Rogers is a fascinating duel to watch and our team expects another beauty.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Manchester City 3 : 1 Leicester
  • Manchester City 1 : 0 Leicester
  • Leicester 2 : 1 Manchester City
  • Leicester 1 : 1 Manchester City
  • Manchester City 5 : 1 Leicester
  • Leicester 1 : 1* Manchester City (after penalties)

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
2 Manchester City 26 17 3 6 67 29 +38 54 W
W
D
W
L
W
3 Leicester 26 15 5 6 54 26 +28 50 W
L
L
W
D
D
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals

7. Manchester United – Watford

Manchester United entertain Watford after a European match in Belgium during the week. The Red Devils won at Chelsea are closer to the UEFA Champions League places and Solskjaer’s side need to keep up with the pace of the Top 4. Paul Pogba’s return is expected and the form of their defenders are putting a solid foundation for their improvement. Given the good form of the home side at the back, we are expecting under-scoring match.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Watford 2 : 0 Manchester United
  • Manchester United 2 : 1 Watford
  • Watford 1 : 2 Manchester United
  • Manchester United 1 : 0 Watford
  • Watford 2 : 4 Manchester United
  • Manchester United 2 : 0 Watford

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
7 Manchester United 26 10 8 8 38 29 +9 38 L
W
L
L
D
W
19 Watford 26 5 9 12 24 40 -16 24 W
W
D
L
L
D
Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals

8. Wolverhampton – Norwich

Wolverhampton will entertain Norwich in the league in their pursuit of UEFA Champions League football next season. The Middlands club enjoyed another great UEFA Europa League night and must switch their attention quick enough. Norwich played really well against Liverpool last weekend but haven’t picked points. The Canaries are rock bottom and soon they will be relegated if something extraordinary do not happen over the course of the next weeks. Daniel Farke must start preparing for the life in Championship and the team will be playing without any pressure for the reminder of the season. Wolves might be tired, so why not try a surprising result?

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Norwich 1 : 2 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 2 : 2 Norwich
  • Norwich 0 : 2 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Norwich 3 : 1 Wolverhampton Wanderers1
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 : 2 Norwich
  • Norwich 2 : 0 Wolverhampton Wanderers

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
8 Wolverhampton Wanderers 26 8 12 6 35 32 +3 36 L
D
W
L
D
D
20 Norwich 26 4 6 16 24 48 -24 18 D
L
W
L
D
L
Prediction: Norwich to Win or Draw

9. Arsenal – Everton

Arsenal and Everton both improved with their new managers and now Arteta and Ancelotti will be gunning for another good performance and platform to build on for the reminder of the season. Both teams are in the top part of the league and few results can go and close the gap to the UEFA Champions League places. Draws were the most common result which Arsenal had, so the Gunners would like to turn those into wins.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Everton 0 : 0 Arsenal
  • Everton 1 : 0 Arsenal
  • Arsenal 2 : 0 Everton
  • Arsenal 5 : 1 Everton
  • Everton 2 : 5 Arsenal
  • Arsenal 3 : 1 Everton

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
9 Everton 26 10 6 10 34 38 -4 36 L
W
D
D
W
W
11 Arsenal 26 7 13 6 36 34 +2 34 W
D
D
D
D
W
Prediction: …

10. Liverpool – West Ham

League leaders Liverpool have a relatively easy task against troubled West Ham side. The Reds suffered a defeat in the UEFA Champions League and the Hammers could be in for a backlash from Jurgen Klopp’s side. There are so many records that might be broken and the Merseyside team are on course of doing that. The Hammers are in trouble of relegation and David Moyes have a massive task on his hands knowing the difficult schedule the London club is having.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • West Ham 0 : 2 Liverpool
  • West Ham 1 : 1 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 4 : 0 West Ham
  • Liverpool 4 : 1 West Ham
  • West Ham 1 : 4 Liverpool
  • West Ham 0 : 4 Liverpool

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
1 Liverpool 26 25 1 0 61 15 +46 76 W
W
W
W
W
W
18 West Ham 19 5 9 5 25 28 -3 24 L
D
L
L
D
L
Prediction: Liverpool to win
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Round 25 EPL Preview – January 2020

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1. West Ham – Liverpool

West Ham entertain Liverpool in a match being delayed because of the Liverpool’s involvement in the World Club Championship in December. The Hammers season turns worse and the players were booed off by their own fans during the shock exit of the FA Cup against high-flying Championship side West Brom. Liverpool in parallel are breaking all records and are leading the league table and this year seem to be their year. If they win their game in hand, the Merseysiders will be extending their lead at the top. Considering that most of the first team squad had been rested during the weekends action in the Cup, the Reds will be a lot more fresh.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • West Ham 1 : 1 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 4 : 0 West Ham
  • Liverpool 4 : 1 West Ham
  • West Ham 1 : 4 Liverpool
  • West Ham 0 : 4 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 2 : 2 West Ham

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
1 Liverpool 23 22 1 0 54 15 +39 67 W
W
W
W
W
W
17 West Ham 23 6 5 12 27 38 -11 23 L
L
W
L
D
L
Prediction: Liverpool to win

2. Leicester – Chelsea

In the early kick-off of the weekend, the Foxes are playing Chelsea in a match between two sides from the Top 4. Leicester could possibly be without their talismanic striker Jamie Vardy, so this could give the paceier striker partnership Iheanacho and Perez and Chelsea back could be in for difficult match. Chelsea need to turn their form and to perform on big occasions. The match would come just after the transfer window is shut, so it will be interested to see whether the Blues will benefit after their transfer ban being lifted. Tammy Abraham seems to lose his form and goals have dried. Our team expects a low-scoring affair.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Chelsea 1 : 1 Leicester
  • Leicester 0 : 0 Chelsea
  • Chelsea 0 : 1 Leicester
  • Leicester 1 : 2* Chelsea
  • Chelsea 0 : 0 Leicester
  • Leicester 1 : 2 Chelsea

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
3 Leicester 24 15 3 6 52 24 +28 48 L
L
W
W
D
D
4 Chelsea 24 12 4 8 41 32 +9 40 L
W
D
W
L
D
Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals

3. Liverpool – Southampton

Liverpool will be playing their second match of the week after the midweek match against West Ham. In the second match the Reds will be hoping to build on the game in hand. The attacking play and the direct style of play will be very much appropriate for an opponent like Southampton who are not performing best in defence. The Saints improved drastically over the festive season and will be hoping to continue their fine form into January as well. After Wolves scoring a goal and conceding 2 against lower division Shrewsburry Town, our team thinks that the Saints will continue the streak of scoring against Liverpool.

a. Previous 6 games

  • Southampton 1 : 2 Liverpool
  • Southampton 1 : 3 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 3 : 0 Southampton
  • Southampton 0 : 2 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 3 : 0 Southampton
  • Liverpool 0 : 0 Southampton

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
1 Liverpool 23 22 1 0 54 15 +39 67 W
W
W
W
W
W
9 Southampton 24 9 4 11 31 42 -11 31 W
D
W
W
L
W
Prediction: Both teams to score

4. Bournemouth – Aston Villa

Bournemouth face Aston Villa in a classic 6-pointer clash between two of bookies favorites to go down this season. Both the Cherries and Villa have difficult season and will be hoping for a fresh and important start of the New Year. Both teams won their last league match and will be hoping to build on that. Eddie Howe took the South Coast club as far as he could with many doubting that the club reached it’s maximum under the specialist. Aston Villa are aiming to avoid what Fulham did by spending big in their return and going straight down. Aston Villa need to sort out their attacking issues and this could be addressed by adding to their striker option on the transfer window. Home advantage could be crucial in this game.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Aston Villa 1 : 2 Bournemouth
  • Aston Villa 1 : 2 Bournemouth
  • Bournemouth 0 : 1 Aston Villa
  • Aston Villa 2 : 1 Bournemouth

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
16 Aston Villa 24 7 4 13 31 45 -14 25 W
L
W
L
D
W
18 Bournemouth 24 6 5 13 23 37 -14 23 D
L
L
L
L
W
Prediction: Bournemouth to win

5. Newcastle – Norwich

Newcastle are yet again surrounded with takeover rumors and it’s remain to be seen whether the Saudi Arabia potential buyers will finally get the club. On playing front the Magpies are 3-match unbeaten run and are possibly away from the relegation zone but a series of a couple of matches could bring you back down to the zone. Norwich surprised a few by getting good results now and then but the Canaries need to be more consistent if they need to stand a chance of staying up. Knowing that both teams do not score that often, our team expects a low-scoring affair at St.James’s Park.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Norwich 3 : 1 Newcastle United
  • Norwich 2 : 2 Newcastle United
  • Newcastle United 4 : 3 Norwich
  • Norwich 3 : 2 Newcastle United
  • Newcastle United 6 : 2 Norwich
  • Norwich 0 : 0 Newcastle United

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
14 Newcastle United 24 8 6 10 24 36 -12 30 L
L
L
D
W
D
20 Norwich 24 4 5 15 24 47 -23 17 L
D
D
L
W
L
Prediction: Under 2.5 goals

6. West Ham – Brighton

Brighton face West Ham in another clash between teams not in the best league form and aiming to drag themselves out of relegation trouble. David Moyes returned and is trying to rebuild Wes Ham’s season back on track. Brighton are relying on their home matches and the South Coast club would like to get points on the board if they want to stay in the division. Graham Potter managed to tie up Aaron Mooy permanently, so a much needed improvement in attack is now required. Our team considers this to be crucial match for both parties and expects a lot of fouls.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Brighton 1 : 1 West Ham
  • West Ham 2 : 2 Brighton
  • Brighton 1 : 0 West Ham
  • Brighton 3 : 1 West Ham
  • West Ham 0 : 3 Brighton
  • West Ham 6 : 0 Brighton

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
15 Brighton 24 6 7 11 27 34 -7 25 L
W
D
L
D
L
17 West Ham 23 6 5 12 27 38 -11 23 L
L
W
L
D
L
Prediction: Over 3.5 cards

7. Watford – Everton

Watford are new team under Nigel Pearson and are performing very well, unfortunately due to the bad start even the good form could not bring them out of the relegation zone. Everton on other hand are in the lower table and if they continue with their dismal performance, many of the high-earning stars could be on their way out of the squad. The away side drew with Newcastle and West Ham and now the Toffees would want to win this match.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Everton 2 : 0 Watford
  • Everton 1 : 0 Watford
  • Watford 1 : 0 Everton
  • Everton 2 : 2 Watford
  • Watford 1 : 0 Everton
  • Everton 3 : 2 Watford

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
12 Everton 24 8 6 10 28 35 -7 30 W
W
L
W
D
D
19 Watford 24 5 8 11 21 36 -15 23 D
W
W
W
D
L
Prediction: Everton to win

8. Crystal Palace – Sheffield United

Crystal Palace and Sheffield United are safely in mid table and if they can sit on the upper half of the table that would be considered as a successful season. Both managers have their own unique style of play and Ro Hodgson will want to take advantage of the passionate backing by the Selhurst Park faithful. Wilfried Zaha will most likely remain at the club after the transfer window, so this could have major impact on the rest of the Eagles’ season. Sheffield are playing without pressure and lost their record of unbeaten away run, so we suggest a draw between the 2 sides.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Sheffield United 1 : 0 Crystal Palace
  • Crystal Palace 1 : 0 Sheffield United
  • Sheffield United 3 : 2 Crystal Palace
  • Crystal Palace 1 : 0 Sheffield United
  • Sheffield United 2 : 0 Crystal Palace
  • Crystal Palace 0 : 0 Sheffield United

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
8 Sheffield United 24 8 9 7 25 23 +2 33 D
L
L
W
D
L
11 Crystal Palace 24 7 9 8 22 28 -6 30 W
D
D
D
D
L
Prediction: Draw

9. Manchester United – Wolves

Manchester United are facing Wolves in repeat match of the FA Cup showcase from earlier in January where the Red Devils progressed after winning the replay at Old Trafford. Now, under pressure in the league, United need to win this match or the questions to their manager will increase. They lost against rivals Liverpool but were even worse during the home defeat against Burnley. Wolves are having a good season and the East Midlands have played in more than 40 matches already in January. Knowing that the European commitments will come knocking on both clubs’ door soon, rotation is expected and it’s realistic that both teams will not be so fresh knowing the busy festive period. A draw is on the cards according to our team.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Liverpool 2 : 1 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 0 : 2 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 2 : 1 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 1 : 2 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 2 : 2 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 4 : 1 Liverpool

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
4 Chelsea 19 10 2 7 33 27 +6 32 L
W
L
L
W
L
11 Arsenal 19 5 9 5 25 28 -3 24 D
L
W
L
D
D
Prediction: Draw

9. Manchester United – Wolves

Manchester United are facing Wolves in repeat match of the FA Cup showcase from earlier in January where the Red Devils progressed after winning the replay at Old Trafford. Now, under pressure in the league, United need to win this match or the questions to their manager will increase. They lost against rivals Liverpool but were even worse during the home defeat against Burnley. Wolves are having a good season and the East Midlands have played in more than 40 matches already in January. Knowing that the European commitments will come knocking on both clubs’ door soon, rotation is expected and it’s realistic that both teams will not be so fresh knowing the busy festive period. A draw is on the cards according to our team.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Liverpool 2 : 1 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 0 : 2 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 2 : 1 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 1 : 2 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 2 : 2 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 4 : 1 Liverpool

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
4 Chelsea 19 10 2 7 33 27 +6 32 D
L
W
D
D
D
11 Arsenal 19 5 9 5 25 28 -3 24 D
L
W
L
D
D
Prediction: Draw

10. Burnley – Arsenal

Burnley are playing the new-looking Arsenal on Sunday with aim to get points and be closer to the upper part of the league table. The Clarets stunned both Leicester and Man United in their last 2 matches and their confidence will be sky high coming at Turf Moor. Arsenal are showing some team spirit and rallied round to get a draw against Chelsea after being reduced to 10 men. Mikkel Arteta would want to recruit at least one defender before end of the transfer window. Our team considers a high-scoring affair with both teams playing with freedom and without wanting to win at any cost.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Arsenal 2 : 1 Burnley
  • Burnley 1 : 3 Arsenal
  • Arsenal 3 : 1 Burnley
  • Arsenal 5 : 0 Burnley
  • Burnley 0 : 1 Arsenal
  • Arsenal 2 : 1 Burnley

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
10 Arsenal 24 6 12 6 32 34 -2 30 D
L
W
D
D
D
13 Burnley 24 9 3 12 28 38 -10 30 L
L
L
L
W
W
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals

11. Tottenham – Man City

Spurs and Man City are facing each other after last years’ dramatic UEFA Champions League elimination tie in which Spurs progressed and reached the UCL final. A lot of things changed since that match in both clubs and Spurs are 17 points behind their rivals. Jose Mourinho would need to get the London team going after being without Harry Kane for the rest of the season and the European matches will come soon. A real confidence boost be a result against Man City. City on another hand are playing freely and without pressure, so they can be dangerous on attack. Our team expects a lot of chances and scored goals.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Manchester City 2 : 2 Tottenham
  • Manchester City 1 : 0 Tottenham
  • Manchester City 4 : 3* Tottenham
  • Tottenham 1 : 0 Manchester City
  • Tottenham 0 : 1 Manchester City
  • Tottenham 1 : 3 Manchester City

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
2 Manchester City 24 16 3 5 65 27 +38 51 L
W
W
W
D
W
6 Tottenham 24 9 7 8 38 32 +6 34 W
D
L
L
D
W
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals
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1xBet and Natus Vincere Sign a Title Partnership Agreement

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Round 22 EPL Preview – January 2020

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1. Sheffield United – West Ham

The first match of the round is going to be between the two old rivals Sheffield United and West Ham – two teams which were involved in heavy fight for survival a couple of years ago remained famous with it’s rather scandalous turn of events. It was when West Ham signed Carlos Tevez and went on a winning run only Sheffield United to be left relegated. Now the fortunes have changed and the Blades are up and running in the top half, whilst West Ham need to improve and get points on the board if they want to be far from the relegation zone. Knowing the importance of the game, our team considers that there is going to be some chances and both teams would score.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • West Ham 1 : 1 Sheffield United
  • West Ham 1 : 1* Sheffield United (after penalties)
  • Sheffield United 3 : 0 West Ham
  • West Ham 1 : 0 Sheffield United
  • Sheffield United *1 : 1 West Ham (after penalties)
  • West Ham 1 : 1 Sheffield United

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
8 Sheffield United 21 7 8 6 23 21 +2 29 W
W
W
D
L
L
16 West Ham 20 6 4 10 25 32 -7 22 L
L
W
L
L
W
Prediction: Both teams to score

2. Crystal Palace – Arsenal

Crystal Palace entertain Arsenal in a London derby where surprising or not, the home side is higher in the table compared to their opponents. Arsenal are rejuvenated under Mikel Arteta and won impressively against Man United and Leeds in the FA Cup. Palace are 3 matches unbeaten after having relatively good Christmas period. After winning at home against West Ham, they went to get draws against troubled Southampton and Norwich. Arsenal will be different opposition and we think that the Arteta’s revolution will continue.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Arsenal 2 : 2 Crystal Palace
  • Arsenal 2 : 3 Crystal Palace
  • Crystal Palace 2 : 2 Arsenal
  • Arsenal 4 : 1 Crystal Palace
  • Crystal Palace 2 : 3 Arsenal
  • Crystal Palace 3 : 0 Arsenal

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
9 Crystal Palace 21 7 7 7 19 23 -4 28 D
D
L
W
D
D
10 Arsenal 21 6 9 6 28 30 -2 27 W
L
D
D
L
W
Prediction: Arsenal to win

3. Everton – Brighton

Everton are facing Brighton following a FA Cup exit and disappointing loss against Man City, so they will be eager to win at home against Brighton. Carlo Ancelotti’s reign began well and the team improved in terms of playing and in table ranking. Now the Toffees boss must decide which star players must be axed and new signings could be made during this month. Brighton drew against Chelsea and won previously against Bournemouth, but suffered FA Cup exit. We consider open play and given not so consistent defense by the Seagulls, goals will be scored.

a. Previous 6 games

  • Brighton 3 : 2 Everton
  • Brighton 1 : 0 Everton
  • Everton 3 : 1 Brighton
  • Everton 2 : 0 Brighton
  • Brighton 1 : 1 Everton

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
1 Everton 21 7 4 10 24 32 -8 25 W
D
D
W
W
L
14 Brighton 21 6 6 9 25 29 -4 24 D
D
L
L
W
D
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals

4. Leicester – Southampton

Leicester are facing Southampton on the back of the first Semi-Final Leg at Carabao Cup against Aston Villa. The Foxes definitely will be a little bit tired after intense festive period and cup involvements. Southampton would fancy their chances on counter attack and if Danny Ings continue his fine form, England recall might be on the cards. The Saints are undefeated in 4 and are now away from the relegation zone, so we think that the Saints would at least get a draw which would be a slight revenge after the humiliating 9-0 defeat earlier this season.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Southampton 0 : 9 Leicester
  • Leicester 1: 2 Southampton
  • Leicester *0 : 0 Southampton(after penalties)
  • Southampton 1 : 2 Leicester
  • Leicester 0 : 0 Southampton
  • Southampton 1 : 4 Leicester

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
10 Newcastle United 19 7 4 8 19 28 -9 25 D
W
W
L
W
L
13 Everton 19 6 4 9 21 29 -8 22 L
L
W
D
D
W
Prediction: Southampton Draw no bet

5. Manchester United – Norwich

Man United must dig deep and deliver a performance in their home encounter against Norwich after disappointing loss against rivals City during the midweek. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team is under pressure and facing a defensive crisis after it emerged that Harry Maguire will be out for the next matches of the Red Devils. Paul Pogba is still missing after having his surgery done and Victor Lindelof is the only fit center back, so United may be forced to go the transfer market and get some emergency deals. Rashford, Martial and James will lead the attack meaning there is a lot speed in this side, the question is if Norwich sit deep and not allow many spaces, could this game be a goal affair or a dull one?

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Norwich 1 : 3 Manchester United
  • Norwich 0 : 1 Manchester United
  • Manchester United 1 : 2 Norwich
  • Manchester United 4 : 0 Norwich
  • Norwich 0 : 1 Manchester United
  • Manchester United 4 : 0 Norwich

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
5 Manchester United 21 8 7 6 32 25 +7 31 W
D
L
W
W
L
20 Norwich 21 3 5 13 22 41 -19 14 L
D
L
L
D
D
Prediction: Under 2.5 goals

6. Chelsea – Burnley

Chelsea are facing Burnley in a game they definitely needs winning after a few surprising defeats earlier this season at Stamford Bridge. The Blues fans would require more consistency from their young squad and Frank Lampard needs to find the winning formula against teams sitting and defending at the Bridge. Tammy Abraham seems to lost his goal scoring touch, so maybe another striker could be transferred in after the ban was lifted. Burnely are on a 3-match losing streak and if Chelsea are in good spirits, our team considers an easy home win.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Burnley 2 : 4 Chelsea
  • Chelsea 2 : 2 Burnley
  • Burnley 0 : 4 Chelsea
  • Burnley 1 : 2 Chelsea
  • Chelsea 2 : 3 Burnley
  • Burnley 1 : 1 Chelsea

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
4 Chelsea 21 11 3 7 36 29 +7 36 L
L
W
L
W
D
15 Burnley 21 7 3 11 24 34 -10 24 L
W
W
L
L
L
Prediction: Chelsea to win

7. Wolves – Newcastle

Wolves face Newcastle and the home side will be willing to continue the fine performances they are delivering since the start of the season. The home side are on a back of back-to-back defeats away from home against tough opponents like Liverpool and Watford and now the home match against shaky Newcastle give a good possibility to get back to winning ways. The Magpies have been inconsistent away from home and are now down to bare bones after having 3 injuries at the collapse against Leicester in the last league match. Given the injury crisis, the bad away form of Newcastle our team would only consider an easy home win.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Newcastle United 1 : 1 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Newcastle United 0 : 4 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 : 1 Newcastle United
  • Newcastle United 1 : 2 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 0 : 1 Newcastle United
  • Newcastle United 2 : 0 Wolverhampton Wanderers

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
7 Wolverhampton Wanderers 21 7 9 5 30 27 +3 30 D
L
W
W
L
L
13 Newcastle United 21 7 4 10 20 33 -13 25 W
L
W
L
L
L
Prediction:: Wolves to win

8. Tottenham – Liverpool

In a repeat of last season’s UEFA Champions League Final, Jose Mourinho face Liverpool for the first time since he joined Tottenham. Liverpool are beginning a series of tough matches with this away match but the form the Reds are currently in give every reason to their fans, staff and players to be optimistic for the run-in. Sadio Mane received the award for Africa Footballer of the Year and will be full of confidence going into this match. The good news for Jurgen Klopp would be the return to training to Shaqiri, Fabinho and Matip, so Liverpool are close of having full squad. On the other side, Spurs must cope for the next couple of months without their talismanic captain Harry Kane and it will be interesting to see whether Son, Alli and Moura can fill in his goal scoring boots. Our team considers an even game and possibly a draw.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Liverpool 2 : 1 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 0 : 2 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 2 : 1 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 1 : 2 Liverpool
  • Liverpool 2 : 2 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 4 : 1 Liverpool

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
4 Chelsea 19 10 2 7 33 27 +6 32 L
W
L
L
W
L
11 Arsenal 19 5 9 5 25 28 -3 24 D
L
W
L
D
D
Prediction: Draw

9. Bournemouth – Watford

In a classic “6-poiner” Bournemouth are facing the in-form Watford at the early kick-off on Sunday. The Cherries lost heavily their last 2 away matches and failed to score, so now they would need to address that against in-form Watford which is undefeated in 4. Nigel Pearson came in and changed everything. The Bees are looking different and from a position where the relegation was inevitable now the team is fighting for survival. Given the nervy aspect of the fixture, we think there is going to be limited chances and under 2.5 goals will be scored.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Watford 0 : 0 Bournemouth
  • Bournemouth 3 : 3 Watford
  • Watford 0 : 4 Bournemouth
  • Watford 2 : 2 Bournemouth
  • Bournemouth 0 : 2 Watford
  • Bournemouth 2 : 2 Watford

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
18 Bournemouth 21 5 5 11 20 32 -12 20 L
W
L
D
L
L
19 Watford 21 4 7 10 17 34 -17 19 D
L
W
D
W
W
Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals

10. Aston Villa – Man City

Aston Villa face Man City in the last game of the game week late on Sunday afternoon at Villa Park. Man City are far behind league leaders Liverpool and this lifts a bit of the pressure off City’s players shoulders, so Pep Guardiola can experiment with his side and formations used. This gives freedom to the attacking players and City can look deadly in attack. This was shown during the Carabao Cup Semi-Final against Manchester United and knowing that Villa also featured in the cup midweek, Tyrone Mings and co. would be in for a difficult afternoon. Our team considers high-scoring affair and Man City to win.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Manchester City 3 : 0 Aston Villa
  • Manchester City 4 : 0 Aston Villa
  • Aston Villa 0 : 4 Manchester City
  • Aston Villa 0 : 0 Manchester City
  • Manchester City 3 : 2 Aston Villa
  • Aston Villa 0 : 2 Manchester City

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
3 Manchester City 21 14 2 5 56 24 +32 44 L
W
W
L
W
W
17 Aston Villa 21 6 3 12 27 37 -10 21 L
L
L
W
L/a>
W
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals and Man City win
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Round 18 EPL Preview – December 2019

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1. Everton – Arsenal

In the early kick-off of the weekend action before the action packed festive period Everton face demoralized Arsenal side at Goodison Park. The Toffees are on the high after the managerial change and Duncan Ferguson has returned the enthusiasm of the Blues. Arsenal on the other hand are losing ground after a heavy defeat at the hands of Man City last weekend. Freddie Ljunberg is only interim manager but his chances of keeping the job are slimmer than his opponent. Mikel Arteta is a former Everton and Arsenal player and soon can become Gunners new manager. Current form suggest us that the home side will edge this encounter out with both teams scoring in the match.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Everton 1 : 0 Arsenal
  • Arsenal 2 : 0 Everton
  • Arsenal 5 : 1 Everton
  • Everton 2 : 5 Arsenal
  • Arsenal 3 : 1 Everton
  • Everton 2 : 1 Arsenal

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
10 Arsenal 17 5 7 5 24 27 -3 22 L
D
D
L
W
L
16 Everton 17 5 3 9 20 29 -9 18 W
L
L
L
W
D
Prediction: Both teams to score

2. Newcastle – Crystal Palace

In a typical mid-table match between Newcastle and Crystal Palace both teams would want to drive themselves further from the relegation table and to establish them in the mid table comfortably. The Magpies were on 3 match unbeaten run before losing to Burnley last weekend while Palace are on a 4-match unbeaten run but failed to score more than 2 goals in the process. Wilfried Zaha is their man in the attack but the Eagles are simply finding it hard to score. Our team predicts low-scoring affair in which the home advantage will play big factor.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Newcastle United 0 : 1 Crystal Palace
  • Crystal Palace 0 : 0 Newcastle United
  • Crystal Palace 1 : 1 Newcastle United
  • Newcastle United 1 : 0 Crystal Palace
  • Newcastle United 1 : 0 Crystal Palace
  • Crystal Palace 5 : 1 Newcastle United

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
9 Crystal Palace 17 6 5 6 15 19 -4 23 L
L
W
W
D
D
11 Newcastle United 17 6 4 7 17 24 -7 22 W
L
D
W
W
L
Prediction: Over 2.5

3. Norwich – Wolves

Norwich are facing the in-form Wolves side in a crunch match at Carrow Road. The Canaries have picked a point from their last match against tough opposition like Leicester and now will be looking to build on that performance. Wolves from other side lost to Spurs last weekend in the dying moments so will be spurred for better result. Nuno Espirito Santo and his side maybe a little jaded from the heavy calendar they had since July but they have quality at their disposal. From other side Norwich would need to build on their home performances if they want to stay in the division. Knowing both teams past record, our team thinks that the match will end in a goal thriller with both teams scoring.

a. Previous 6 games

  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 2 : 2 Norwich
  • Norwich 0 : 2 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Norwich 3 : 1 Wolverhampton Wanderers1
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 : 2 Norwich
  • Norwich 2 : 0 Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 : 0 Norwich

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
8 Wolverhampton Wanderers 17 5 9 3 24 21 +3 24 W
W
D
W
D
L
19 Norwich 17 3 3 11 18 35 -17 12 L
W
D
L
L
D
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals

4. Aston Villa – Southampton

Aston Villa face Southampton in a classic 6-point encounter where points will be valuable for both sides and often such match is described as 6-pointer. Aston Villa started the season well but find themselves in a 3-match winless streak so will be looking to get points from fellow strugglers Southampton. The Saints have many problems and after improvement with 2 wins they lost again twice against Newcastle and West Ham. Aston Villa play well in front of their fans, that is why our team considers them to be favorites.

a. Previous 6 meetings

  • Aston Villa 2 : 4 Southampton
  • Southampton 1 : 1 Aston Villa
  • Southampton 2 : 1 Aston Villa
  • Southampton 6 : 1 Aston Villa
  • Aston Villa 1 : 1 Southampton
  • Aston Villa 0 : 0 Southampton

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
17 Aston Villa 17 4 3 10 23 30 -7 15 L
W
D
L
L
L
18 Southampton 17 4 3 10 18 36 -18 15 L
D
W
W
L
L
Prediction: Aston Villa to win

5. Bournemouth – Burnley

Bournemouth welcome Burnley in search for a win which could give them chance to climb above their opponents. The South coast club is performing above expectations yet for another season and Eddie Howe is being linked with bigger profile jobs quite rightly so. In the opposing dug out Sean Dyche is also performing miracles with limited resources and the game between the two managers is expected to be interesting. Both teams would not take risks in the match and our team expects minimum chances.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Bournemouth 1 : 3 Burnley
  • Burnley 4 : 0 Bournemouth
  • Burnley 1 : 2 Bournemouth
  • Bournemouth 1 : 2 Burnley
  • Bournemouth 2 : 1 Burnley
  • Burnley 3 : 2 Bournemouth

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
12 Burnley 17 6 3 8 22 29 -7 21 W
W
L
L
L
W
14 Bournemouth 17 5 4 8 19 24 -5 19 L
L
L
L
L
W
Prediction: Under 2.5 goals

6. Brighton – Sheffield United

Sheffield United continue their remarkable record of not losing away from home and they will be looking to extend the run to another match. Against themselves they will have an in-form Brighton side which haven’t lost in 3 matches in a row. The Seagulls drew with Wolves and Palace and won at Arsenal and certainly are showing signs of improvement in the past weeks. Sheffield United won their previous 2 matches against Aston Villa and Norwich and the Blades are on the up being in the top of the table since beginning of the season. How long can it last – we will see.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Sheffield United 3 : 1 Brighton
  • Brighton 0 : 1 Sheffield United
  • Sheffield United 1 : 2 Brighton
  • Brighton 1 : 1 Sheffield United
  • Sheffield United 2 : 1 Brighton
  • Brighton 2 : 4 Sheffield United

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
7 Sheffield United 17 6 7 4 21 16 +5 25 D
D
D
L
W
W
13 Brighton 17 5 5 7 21 25 -4 20 L
L
L
W
W
D
Prediction: Over 3.5 cards

7. Man City – Leicester

In the late kick-off of the weekend matches Man City entertain Leicester in match where Liverpool would want both teams to lose points. City and the Foxes are the only genuine title contenders although both are well behind the Reds. Man City suffered derby day defeat at the hands of Liverpool and Man United and Pep Guardiola would require from his side to win against the strong Foxes side. Brendan Rogers’ men are the good news of the season and if they continue picking up points it will not be a surprise if they find themselves in the UEFA Champions League next season.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Manchester City 1 : 0 Leicester
  • Leicester 2 : 1 Manchester City
  • Leicester 2 : 1 Manchester City
  • Leicester 1 : 1 Manchester City
  • Manchester City 5 : 1 Leicester
  • Leicester 1 : 1* Manchester City (after penalties)
  • Leicester 0 : 2 Manchester City

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
2 Leicester 17 12 3 2 40 11 +29 39 W
W
W
W
W
D
3 Manchester City 17 11 2 4 47 19 +28 35 L
W
D
W
L
W
Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals

8. Watford – Man United

Manchester United need a win against the struggling Watford side in a match which we will see home debut of Watford new manager Nigel Pearson. The Red Devils missed the chance to win against Everton last weekend so they will need to win in the festive packed run so they need to be close to the European places and Top 4. Realistically this must be the aim for this season and it remains to be seen whether United will go and buy new players in January in order to bolster their squad. Watford from other hand find themselves in a difficult situation and are rock bottom so they need to win matches in order to be in a position to fight for survival. Home form would be crucial, so a must win for both sides. With so much to play for, our team expects not so many chances.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Manchester United 2 : 1 Watford
  • Watford 1 : 2 Manchester United
  • Manchester United 1 : 0 Watford
  • Watford 2 : 4 Manchester United
  • Manchester United 2 : 0 Watford
  • Watford 3 : 1 Manchester United

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
6 Manchester United 17 6 7 4 26 20 +6 25 W
D
D
W
W
D
20 Watford 17 1 6 10 9 32 -23 9 W
L
L
L
D
L
Prediction: Under 2.5 goals

9. Tottenham – Chelsea

In the derby match of the weekend we will see Jose Mourinho coming against one of his former teams. The Portuguese arrived in England and made name in Chelsea with superstars like Frank Lampard, John Terry and Didier Drogba and now in the opposing dug out he will face one of his old favorites. Frank Lampard is having a tough first season at helm at Chelsea and the Blues certainly would feel that they should have won more points since the start of the season. In a game where bragging rights, points and momentum is at stake, our team thinks this will become a classic with many goals.

a. Previous 6 Meetings

  • Chelsea 2 : 0 Tottenham
  • Chelsea 2 : 1 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 0 : 0 Chelsea
  • Tottenham 3 : 1 Chelsea
  • Chelsea 1 : 3 Tottenham
  • Tottenham 1 : 2 Chelsea

b. Current rankings

# Team P W D L GF GA GD Pts Form
4 Chelsea 17 9 2 6 31 25 +6 29 W
L
L
W
L
L
5 Tottenham 17 7 5 5 32 24 +8 26 D
W
W
L
W
W
Prediction: : Both teams to score
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