England Postponed Matches (14-15 May)

[spkutano]

 

[spkutano]

Tottenham vs Manchester City Preview:

Possible starting lineups:

Tottenham:
Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Emerson; Bissouma, Bentancur; Kulusevski, Maddison, Johnson; Son

Manchester City:
Ederson; Walker, Stones, Dias, Gvardiol; Silva, Rodri, De Bruyne; Doku, Haaland, Foden

Tottenham Hotspur host Manchester City at New White Hart Lane on Tuesday night. Like never before, the whole North London is with the Spurs as their arch-enemies Arsenal hope the Citizens could drop points here. Tottenham were fighting for a European spot, but suffered four defeats in the last period. First they lost 4:0 to Newcastle United, then lost 3:2 to Arsenal in North London derby, then lost 2:0 to Chelsea and finally suffered a 4:2 loss to Liverpool at Anfield. The fans are frustrated as they were expected a Top Four finish. However, the poor series ended on Saturday when they beat Burnley. It wasn't easy against relegation candidates that scored first. However, just seven minutes after the Clarets had opened the scoring, Tottenham equalized through Pedro Porro, while Micky van de Ven, completed the turnaround. Manager Postecoglou has big injury worries ahead of this match. Striker Richarlison is sidelined with a calf injury. The injury is so serious that Brazil national team coach Dorival Junior decided not to include him in the squad for Copa America. Six additional players are also out injured - Timo Werner, Ben Davies, Manor Solomon, Ryan Sessegnon, Fraser Forster and Destiny Udogie.

Manchester City will climb on the first place if they beat Tottenham. Another victory for the weekend will mean they are Premier League champions. The Citizens are just one point behind the current leaders Arsenal having played a match less. Guardiola's men are in excellent form, winning the last seven league matches. City were impressive in the last matches. They destroyed Wolverhampton Wanderers, winning 5:1 at Etihad two weeks ago, while on Saturday beat Fulham 4:0 at Craven Cottage. Interesting to be mentioned, Haaland wasn't a scorer against Fulham, nor Kevin de Bruyne. The newly-prolific Josko Gvardiol came up with two of the Citizens' four strikes, while FWA Player of the Year Phil Foden and Julian Alvarez also found the back of the net, the latter from a penalty. The atmosphere in the team is excellent, while the players confidence is high. In addition, Guardiola has almost a fully-fit squad to choose from, just two players are struggling with injury. So, Pep has some injury issues, but nowhere near Postecoglou. Nathan Ake had to be pulled out of Fulham game and he is rated as doubtful. Jack Grealish missed out the Saturday's match at Craven Cottage due to illness and he is also doubtful.

Tottenham vs Manchester City Prediction:

Manchester City are just two steps from the title. This is their biggest challenge, however I think they will win. I expect a high victory for the Citizens. It's simple, there is a class difference between City and Tottenham at the moment. The Spurs have four defeats in the last five matches and the players confidence is questionable. On contrary, City are easily winning their matches and I don't see a way the actual Tottenham to upset them.

Tottenham vs Manchester City Pick: Manchester City -1.5 AH @ 1.97 with Pinnacle

 

[spkutano]

Manchester United vs Newcastle Preview:

Possible starting lineups:

Manchester United:
Onana; Wan-Bissaka, Kambwala, Evans, Dalot; McTominay, Mainoo; Antony, Fernandes, Garnacho; Hojlund

Newcastle United:
Dubravka; Trippier, Krafth, Burn, Hall; Anderson, Guimaraes, Longstaff; Almiron, Isak, Gordon

Manchester United and Newcastle go head-to-head in a very important clash for European spots on Wednesday night. Manchester United recent form could be evaluated as poor. The Red Devils suffered two painful defeats in the last two rounds of the Premier League. Two weeks ago they were humiliated by Crystal Palace. Losing at Selhurst Park is a poor result, but losing 4:0 is a humiliation. On Sunday they suffered a narrow 1:0 defeat to Arsenal at Old Traffford, dropping to the eighth place. Newcastle are three points and two places above them. Ten Hag is under big pressure and nobody should be surprised if the club officials decide to be sacked. The Dutch coach will be without many players here. Tyrell Malacia, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, Raphael Varane, Mason Mount and Luke Shaw are definitely sidelined, while this match comes too soon for long-term groin absentee Anthony Martial. Lisandro Martinez, Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford are back in training, though they are still rated as doubtful. Ten Hag was handed another concern on Sunday as Amad Diallo limped off in the second half with a knee problem.

Newcastle are in solid form, with just one defeat in their last eight games. Nevertheless, the fans are not fully satisfied as last season in this time their club were fourth. The Magpies won't play in the Champions League next season and that is why the fans are feeling some kind of frustration. However, manager Eddie Howe should continue his work at St James' Park. The current form isn't bad, they have two wins and one draw in the last three matches. Newcastle managed to beat Championship-bound Burnley and Sheffield United, but shared the points at home with Brighton & Hove Albion. Howe will try Newcastle to finish on the fifth position, but Chelsea and Manchester United have the same ambition. The Magpies also have lot of injury issues. Callum Wilson sat out the last match due to a hamstring injury and he is doubtful for this match. Fabian Schar is making strong progress from thigh injury, but Howe may decide not to risk with him. Matt Targett, Lewis Miley, Joe Willock, Jamaal Lascelles and Sven Botman remain sidelined, while Sandro Tonali is serving a suspension due to illegal gambling activities.

Manchester United vs Newcastle Prediction:

Manchester United are in poor form. They are on the eighth place with 54 points, while Newcastle are three points and two places above them. Both sides will try to collect the points from this match ahead of the last round, however, Newcastle are closer to the victory. The Magpies are in better form and the players confidence is much bigger. The situation in Man United looks chaotic at the moment, Ten Hag isn't sure about his future, as well as the majority of his players. It is very hard to find a proper motivation. Newcastle should take advantage from the situation.

Manchester United vs Newcastle Pick: Newcastle to win @ 2.36 with Pinnacle