An all-Liverpudlian affair headlines this week’s EPL action. Check out the best bets and predictions.
Liverpool will seek to advance their Premier League title hopes with a Merseyside derby win in Matchweek 30, while Chelsea take on Spurs as the race for top-four spots heats up. Here are our top soccer betting tips for this week’s EPL action.
Arsenal v Fulham
Tuesday, April 1 – 7:45pm BST – Emirates Stadium
Sitting 12 points behind the league leaders after a series of inconsistent results, Arsenal will have their work cut out against visiting Fulham, who are six positions behind them. Unbeaten in their last three meetings, the Cottagers — who have been solid on the road — could force Arsenal to a third draw in four meetings.
Draw
Wolverhampton Wanderers v West Ham United
Tuesday, April 1 – 7:45pm BST – Molineux Stadium
After securing one point from their last two games, 16th-placed West Ham will be eager to bounce back against Wolves, who are a position behind them following their 2-1 win over Southampton. Triumphant in their last meeting, the Hammers should do enough to secure a fourth consecutive win against their injury-stricken hosts.
West Ham to win
Nottingham Forest v Manchester United
Tuesday, April 1 – 8pm BST – The City Ground
Into the last four of the FA Cup after eliminating Brighton over the weekend, third-placed Nottingham Forest will be in high spirits when they take on a Manchester United side sitting in the bottom half of the table. Among the EPL’s most impressive teams this season, it wouldn’t be a shocker if Forest do the double on United.
Nottingham Forest to win
Bournemouth v Ipswich Town
Wednesday, April 2 – 7:45pm BST – Vitality Stadium
Down to 10th after a four-game winless run, Bournemouth will aim to return to winning ways against relegation-threatened Ipswich Town, who are on a four-game losing streak. Although the Tractors Boys will bring the fight, the Cherries are overwhelming favourites against their defensively porous opponents.
Bournemouth to win / Both teams to score
Brighton & Hove Albion v Aston Villa
Wednesday, April 2 – 7:45pm BST – Amex Stadium
Unbeaten in their last five Premier League outings, seventh-placed Brighton will back themselves against Aston Villa, who are two places behind them after losing twice over the same period. The Seagulls are on a decent run and should be good enough to grind out a second successive win at the Amex Stadium.
Brighton to win
Manchester City v Leicester City
Wednesday, April 2 – 7:45pm BST – Etihad Stadium
Fifth-placed Manchester City can climb higher up the EPL table with a win over Leicester, who are second from bottom after a six-game losing streak. Omar Marmoush bagged the winner against Bournemouth on Sunday as City secured passage into the FA Cup semifinals, and top online betting sites are paying +120 for the Egyptian international to score at any time.
Omar Marmoush anytime goalscorer
Newcastle United v Brentford
Wednesday, April 2 – 7:45pm BST – St James’ Park
Newcastle are sixth with 47 points, while Brentford are five places below them with six fewer points. Alexander Isak has scored 24 goals for Magpies in all competitions, including the winner against Liverpool in the EFL Cup final, and online bookmakers are paying +110 for the Newcastle striker to add to his tally.
Alexander Isak anytime goalscorer
Southampton v Crystal Palace
Wednesday, April 2 – 7:45pm BST – St Mary’s Stadium
Sitting 12th after a three-game win streak, Crystal Palace will look to make light work of Southampton, who remain bottom of the EPL table after a five-game losing run. Buoyed by their 3-0 win over Fulham in the FA Cup quarterfinals, back Palace to cruise to a third consecutive victory over the struggling Saints.
Crystal Palace to win
Liverpool v Everton
Wednesday, April 2 – 8pm BST – Anfield
Leaders Liverpool will be determined to strengthen their hold on the Premier League title when they take on 15th-placed Everton. Mohamed Salah leads the Golden Boot race with 27 league goals, and the best EPL betting sites are paying +120 for the Liverpool forward to score again.
Mohamed Salah anytime goalscorer
Chelsea v Tottenham Hotspur
Thursday, April 3 – 8pm BST – Stamford Bridge
Beaten 1-0 by Arsenal before the international break, fourth-placed Chelsea will aim to redeem themselves against Tottenham, who sit 14th after a three-game winless run. The Blues have dominated this London derby and are poised for a fourth successive victory over Spurs.
