England Round 10

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Brighton & Hove Albion vs Liverpool Preview:

Possible starting lineups:

Brighton & Hove Albion:
Ryan; White, Dunk, Webster; Veltman, Bissouma, Gross, March; Trossard; Welbeck, Maupay

Liverpool:
Alisson; N. Williams, Matip, Fabinho, Robertson; Milner, Wijnaldum; Salah, Firmino, Mane; Jota

Brighton & Hove Albion welcome Liverpool at the Amex Stadium on Saturday lunchtime. The hosts have nine points after the first nine rounds. The actual form is solid, they are unbeaten on the last two matches. First they shared the points with Burnley. It was a tight match that ended with a goalless draw. Last weekend Brighton managed to beat Aston Villa with 2:1. The victory is even more valuable as it was obtain at Villa Park, the first in the history. Just for comparison, Liverpool lost 7:2 in Birmingham. Danny Welbeck opened the result after solo run in the 12th minute, but Aston Villa equalized early in the second half. The hero of the day was Solly March, who scored the winning goal in the 56th minute. Pascal Gross should also be mentioned for his assist. He has been directly involved in 29 goals for Brighton in the Premier League, more than any other player. Gross has scored 12 goals and assisted 17. The finish of the match were extra dramatic - Tariq Lamptey was sent off for a second yellow card, while a decision to award Aston Villa a penalty was overturned after referee Michael Oliver consulted the VAR technology. As a result, Lamptey will not play due to suspension, while the former Liverpool man Adam Lallana is rated as doubtful with a groin injury. Alexis Mac Allister will miss out due to positive Covid-19 test, while three more players - Florin Andone, Jose Izquierdo and Christian Walton - are also likely to play no part in this match. On the positive note, Leandro Trossard is available and should start.

Liverpool are sharing the first place with Tottenham. Both teams have 20 points, while Chelsea and Leicester City two less. The reigning champions are in fine form in the Premier League, however they already showed some weaknesses. Klopp has enormous injury issues, particularly in the defense. Virgil van Dijk, the key defender has suffered a knee-ligaments injury and will be sidelined for at least six months. Only his absence was huge handicap, but there's more as Joe Gomez will be out longer period with a knee injury. That means both first-choice central defenders are unavailable for a significant period, leaving Matip as only senior option on that position. Right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold is also sidelined with a hamstring injury. Captain Jordan Henderson got injury with the national team and missed the last few games, while Thiago Alcantara is still recovering. But injuries are only a part of Klopp's problems. The actual form is also a big concern. Liverpool were awful against Atalanta on Wednesday. Not only they lost 2:0 and complicated the situation in the group, but they failed to register a single shot on target. The Reds, who started with three English teenagers lacked their usual intensity. In desperate attempt to avoid defeat, Klopp made some changes, but even the arrival of Roberto Firmino, Diogo Jota, Andrew Robertson and Fabinho after 61 minutes failed to inspire the team. There is hope that Henderson and Thiago will be fit enough to return this weekend. At the end I will mention that Liverpool have played Brighton six times in the Premier League in the past three seasons, and won every time. What is important to be mentioned for my pick, the last season's victories produced goals on both sides - Liverpool won 2:1 at Anfield in November, and also won 3:1 at Amex after the restart in July.

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Liverpool Prediction:


I expect both teams to score in this match. Liverpool, who have already conceded 16 goals, showed lot of weaknesses against Atalanta on Wednesday. The Reds conceded twice and the confidence isn't very high after that match. This will be a hard match for Graham Potter's side, but now is a ideal moment for every side to face Liverpool. Nevertheless, the fact is Klopp has a powerful attack, four strikers are hungry for goals. Salah like to play against Brighton, he has been directly involved in 8 goals in his six Premier League games against the Seagulls, scoring five and assisting three. Considering the previously mentioned facts, I expect goals from both sides.

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Liverpool Pick:
Both teams to score - Yes @ 1.70 with 1xBet
 
Arsenal vs Wolverhampton Preview:

Possible starting lineups:

Arsenal:
Leno; Bellerin, Holding, Gabriel, Tierney; Ceballos, Xhaka; Nelson, Willock, Aubameyang; Lacazette

Wolverhampton:
Patricio; Boly, Coady, Kilman; Semedo, Moutinho, Neves, Ait-Nouri; Neto, Podence; Jimenez

Arsenal welcome Wolverhampton at the Emirats Stadium hoping for end of the poor series. The Gunners have one win, one draw and three defeats in the last five matches in the Premier League. They beat Manchester United with 1:0 at Old Trafford, lost to Manchester City, Leicester and Aston Villa, and shared the points with Leeds United last weekend. The attack is awful, Arsenal have scored just one goal on the mentioned five matches. Even that goal, scored by Aubameyang at Old Trafford, came from penalty. Overall, the Gunners have scored just 9 goals so far in the league. They have failed to reach double figures for goals after nine matches of a league season for the first time in 34 years. The home form is equally poor. Arsenal lost the last two matches at Emirats, 1:0 to Leicester City and 3:0 to Aston Villa. It was their worst home league defeat since December 2019, when they lost with identical 3:0 to Manchester City. Arsenal could lose three home league matches in a row without scoring for the first time since December 1908. If something is positive, that's the success in UEFA Europa League. Arsenal won 3:0 against Molde in Norway and I hope the atmosphere in the squad is better than previously. Arteta could be missing lot of players for this match. Pepe is suspended, while Gabriel Martinelli and Pablo Mari are definitely out. Seven more players are rated as doubtful for different reasons - Thomas Partey, Willian, Bukayo Saka, Sead Kolasinac, David Luiz, Mohamed Elneny and Calum Chambers. The former star Mesut Ozil has not been part of Arteta's plans so far and I expect to continue that way.

Wolverhampton are in mini series of two matches without a victory. First they suffered a narrow defeat to Leicester City before the international break. The Foxes scored from a highly contentious penalty. Wolves had some good chances, but Kasper Schmeichel had some outstanding saves and kept the net untouched. Last weekend Wolverhampton played an 1:1 draw with Southampton. Theo Walcott put the Saints ahead in the 58th minute, turning in Che Adams' cross. However, Pedro Neto levelled with 15 minutes left, following up after Raul Jiminez's shot had come back off the post. Manager Nuno Espirito Santo, who continue with his excellent job, must improve the attack. Only Tottenham have a better defensive record this season than Wolves in the Premier League. Southampton have kept 13 clean sheets in the Premier League in 2020, more than any other team. So, the defense is excellent, but the attack is far from their best - they have scored just nine goals, fewer than any other side in the top half of the table. Jimenez, who made his 85th consecutive appearance in the Premier League, will try to end a three-game goal drought. He scored in both games for Mexico during the international break, but must improve his club form. Nuno Espirito Santo has some issues ahead of this match. Jonny Castro remains unavailable due to a knee injury, while Romain Saiss was positive on coronavirus. On the positive note, the captain Conor Coady is ready for selection after spent two weeks in self-isolation.

Arsenal vs Wolverhampton Prediction:


Last weekend the Gunners played a goalless draw at Leeds. Arsenal was reduced to 10 men after Pepe received a red card early in the second half, but they weren't available to change something even complete. Arsenal have scored just one goal in the last 5 league games. Wolves, meanwhile, have scored nine goals this season, fewer than any other side in the top half of the table. Even the 18th-placed Fulham, who missed a number of penalties so far, have nine goals. So, I expect a low scoring game at the Emirats.

Arsenal vs Wolverhampton Pick: Under 2.5 goals @ 1.68 with SBOBet
 
Leicester City vs Fulham Preview:

Possible starting lineups:

Leicester City:
Schmeichel; Fofana, Evans, Fuchs; Albrighton, Tielemans, Mendy, Justin; Maddison, Barnes; Vardy

Fulham:
Areola; Aina, Andersen, Adarabioyo, Robinson; Reed, Lemina; Lookman, Loftus-Cheek, Cavaleiro; Mitrovic

Leicester City host Fulham at King Power Stadium on Monday. The Foxes have 18 points after 9 rounds and they are very close to the top. The actual form could be described as good, despite the fact they suffered a high defeat from Liverpool in the last round. Overall, they have three victories and one defeat on the last four matches in the Premier League. Brendan Rodgers' side managed to beat Arsenal, Leeds United and Wolverhampton before losing at Anfield last weekend. Jamie Vardy is in excellent form, he scored the only goal against the Gunners, as so against the Wolves. Leicester were more efficient against the Whites and secured a 4:1 win. Youri Tielemans was the key name on that match after scored a brace, while Vardy continued his series. The remaining goal was netted by Harvey Barnes. However, the last match wasn't at desired level as they were completely outplayed by Liverpool. The defeat surely spoiled the atmosphere in the squad, while the players confidence isn't high as previously. Of course the fans are still hoping for another miracle, but it won't be easy. What is important to be mentioned, Leicester had tough clash against Braga in UEFA Europe League on Thursday. Vardy scored a dramatic injury-time goal to send his team into the knock-out phase of the competition. Harvey Barnes and Luke Thomas also scored as the Foxes came from behind three times to draw. Goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel should also be mentioned for his brilliant saves during the match. Rodgers has the key players available for this match. Timothy Castagne is expected to return to the squad after a spent some time sidelined through injury.

Fulham started the new season in awful way. They lost seven of the first nine matches in the Premier League and that fact worried the fans. The Cottagers were harmless on most of the games, while the last season's top scorer Aleksandar Mitrovic is just a shadow of that striker. Since scoring with two consecutive efforts in January 2019 against Brighton, the Serbian forward has scored with just three of his last 77 shots in the Premier League. He hasn't scored with any of his last 46 non-penalty shots with his right or left foot since a goal against Huddersfield Town in December 2018. However, one win and two defeats on the last three fixtures could mean something positive. Fulham managed to beat West Bromwich with 2:0 before losing to West Ham and Everton. But there is a 'story' behind the defeats. Fulham were awarded a 95th-minute penalty against the Hammers after a check by the video assistant referee. Considering the fact Mitrovic had missed his previous penalty, Ademola Lookman stepped up. His chipped Panenka-style effort lacked any sort of power, leaving the Hammers goalkeeper Fabianski waiting to make an ultimately comfortable catch. The next match against Everton was somehow similar - Fulham missed their third penalty of the season, awarded for Ben Godfrey's foul on Ruben Loftus-Cheek, when Ivan Cavaleiro slipped, hit the ball against his wrong foot and sent it over the bar. I am sure the fans are frustrated with the missing penalties and lost matches. Manager Scott Parker has no additional worries ahead of Monday's game with Leicester. Most of the players are ready, including Aboubacar Kamara who served his three-match suspension. Defender Kenny Tete is rated as doubtful due to a knee injury.

Leicester City vs Fulham Prediction:


I expect Over 2.5 goals in this match. The last fixtures between these two teams at King Power were very efficient. Leicester won 3:1 in March 2019, and won 4:3 in League Cup fixture in 2013. In addition, the Foxes played a 3:3 draw with Braga on Thursday, while Fulham lost 3:2 to Everton last weekend. My opinion is there will be at least three goals.

Leicester City vs Fulham Pick:
Over 2.5 goals @ 1.79 with SBOBet
 
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