England Round 24

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Tottenham vs Brighton & Hove Albion Preview:

Possible starting lineups:

Tottenham:
Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie; Sarr, Hojbjerg; Kulusevski, Maddison, Son; Richarlison

Brighton & Hove Albion:
Verbruggen; Van Hecke, Igor, Dunk; Hinshelwood, Gross, Gilmour, Lamptey; Buonanotte, Pedro; Ferguson

Tottenham are looking for a fifth successive Premier League home victory when host Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday afternoon. The Spurs have dropped two important points last weekend in a dramatic 2:2 draw with Everton at Goodison Park. As a result, the Lilywhites sit in the fifth place, two points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa. Both goals were scored by the ex-Toffees Richarlison, who refused to celebrate showing a huge respect for Everton fans. However, the home form is very good and Tottenham are in series of four victories in the Premier League. What could be a problem, that's the fact they haven't kept a league clean sheet at home since October. Postecoglu should be boosted by the returns of captain Son Heung-min and Yves Bissouma, although the latter isn't 100% ready after suffered from malaria during the continental tournament. Giovani Lo Celso is also doubtful with a thigh problem, while Ryan Sessegnon and Manor Solomon are definitely out. has suffered a setback in his recuperation from knee surgery and is still in the care of the medical team. Son's return could send Timo Werner between the reserves.

Brighton are 8th on the table with 35 points and their ambitions are connect with Europe. They are in some sort of crisis at thee moment. The Seagulls have just two victories on the last eight matches in the Premier League. However, the opponents are also inconsistent, so nothing is lost. Brighton are just three points adrift of the sixth-placed Manchester United. Last weekend was very good for Brighton. Responding perfectly to their shameful 4:0 defeat at Luton Town, Roberto De Zerbi's men beat Crystal Palace with 4:1. Four goals were scored by four different players - Lewis Dunk, Jack Hinshelwood, Facundo Buonanotte and Joao Pedro. De Zerbi was satisfied as his team finally scored in a league match. They were unable to find the back of the net on the three matches before. There is another good news as Kaoru Mitoma, is back from the Asian Cup. However, Simon Adingra is still on international duty representing Ivory Coast in the AFCON. Four players are out injured - Julio Enciso, Solly March, Joel Veltman and James Milner.

Tottenham vs Brighton & Hove Albion Prediction:

Tottenham are in series of four home victories in the Premier League. It is true the defense isn't at desired level as they haven't kept a league clean sheet at home since October, but the attack is very powerful. Just two sides - Liverpool and Man City - managed to score more goals than Tottenham's 49. Brighton are in some sort of crisis at thee moment. The Seagulls have just two victories on the last 8 matches in the Premier League. I think their inconsistency will continue.

Tottenham vs Brighton & Hove Albion Pick: Tottenham to win @ 1.80 with Pinnacle

 

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West Ham vs Arsenal Preview:

Possible starting lineups:

West Ham:
Areola; Coufal, Zouma, Aguerd, Emerson; Soucek, Alvarez; Johnson, Ward-Prowse, Kudus; Bowen

Arsenal:
Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Tomiyasu; Odegaard, Rice, Jorginho; Saka, Trossard, Martinelli

West Ham will welcome their London rivals Arsenal to the London Stadium on Sunday. The Hammers will try to register a double over the title-pretenders, but the Gunners are full of confidence after a 3:1 win against the leaders Liverpool last weekend. On contrary, David Moyes' men suffered a high 3:0 loss to Manchester United at Old Trafford. West Ham now sit seventh with 36 points, but need points from this match to avoid further dropping. The current form isn't bad, they had three wins and three draws prior to the mentioned defeat in Manchester. It will be difficult against high-flying Arsenal, but the home advantage should not be underestimated - only Manchester City and Everton have left West Ham's turf with three points so far this season. Moyes is optimist about home form, but the manager has some worries ahead of this match. Goalkeeper Alphonse Areola sustained a head injury in a collision with Kurt Zouma and was replaced by Fabianski. The Frenchman is rated as doubtful, but Lucas Paqueta and Michail Antonio remain sidelined with a calf and knee injury respectively. Manchester City loanee Kalvin Phillips will probably make his debut in front of the Irons fans.

Arsenal beat Liverpool 3:1 at the Emirats last week and showed they are still in the race for the title. Arteta's men were in some sort of crisis in the last period as they suffered three defeats around New Year. However, three victories on the last three matches changed the situation. The success over Liverpool is extremely important. The players entered the match fully motivated and outplayed the Reds. Bukayo Saka opened the result, but Gabriel Magalhaes netted a comical own goal to bring Liverpool level. Nevertheless, the defender surely slept well as his mistake became insignificant after a shocking mix-up between Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker. Gabriel Martinelli scored an empty net for 2:1. To be easier for Arsenal, Ibrahima Konate was sent off and Leandro Trossard scored the third goal. The Belgian winger isn't a regular, but his contribution is significant. Trossard is averaging a goal or assist every 99 minutes for Arsenal in the Premier League. Only Thierry Henry and Robin van Persie have a better record among players to have played at least 1,000 minutes for the club. Arteta has three injury worries ahead of this match. Gabriel Jesus is doubtful with a knee injury, Bukayo Saka has an ankle issue, while Oleksandr Zinchenko came off at half time against the Reds with another calf injury. Thomas Partey, Jurrien Timber and Fabio Vieira are long-term absentees.

West Ham vs Arsenal Prediction:

Arsenal beat Liverpool last week and the players confidence is high. The Gunners will go for another victory here, but it won't be easy. West Ham have already beaten Arsenal twice this season, winning 3:1 in the EFL Cup in November and then 2:0 at the Emirates in December. The Hammers will try to register a hat-trick against the city rivals, but I think the guests will win. It will be a catastrophe if they lose.

West Ham vs Arsenal Pick: Arsenal to win @ 1.53 with Pinnacle

 

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Crystal Palace vs Chelsea Preview:

Possible starting lineups:

Crystal Palace
Henderson; Munoz, Richards, Andersen, Mitchell; Hughes, Wharton, Lerma; Ayew, Mateta, Schlupp

Chelsea possible starting lineup:
Petrovic; Gusto, Disasi, Silva, Chilwell; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Gallagher, Palmer; Jackson

Crystal Palace welcome Chelsea to Selhurst Park on Monday evening. The Eagles will try to get a positive result, but the actual form isn't at desired level. Manager Roy Hodgson came under big pressure after two heavy defeats in the last three matches in the Premier League. Last weekend they suffered a 4:1 defeat to long-time rivals Brighton & Hove Albion. Palace started poorly and went behind in the opening five minutes for the second successive game. The Seagulls dominated the ball throughout the first half and they doubled their lead in the 33rd minute. It got worse for the Eagles a minute later when deadline-day signing Adam Wharton was caught in possession and Facundo Buonanotte scored easily from close range. Crystal Palace scored a consolation when Jean-Philippe Mateta headed in Joachim Andersen's cross with 20 minutes to go, but Brighton restored the three-goal lead in the 85th minute. Palace played poor and their supporters once again expressed the frustration with the club ownership and management with banners calling for change. Hodgson has some additional issues as Michael Olise and Marc Guehi suffered injuries and won't play here. Cheick Doucoure, Rob Holding, Eberechi Eze and Jesurun Rak-Sakyi remain sidelined, while Joel Ward is doubtful with a thigh injury.

Chelsea are sitting in the middle of the table with 31 points. The Blues are far away from the top as big 23 points separate them from the leaders Liverpool. Even the Champions League spots look unrealistic target at the moment. Manager Mauricio Pochettino is under enormous pressure due to poor results. One of the many that asked for his departure was Thiago Silva's wife. But the Blues surprised their fans last week when outplayed Aston Villa to advance to the fifth round of the FA Cup. Goals from Conor Gallagher, Nicolas Jackson and Enzo Fernandez were enough for a 3:1 win and progress. Pochettino will try to replicate the cup form to the league, but has some injury worries ahead of this match. Benoit Badiashile sustained a groin injury against Aston Villa and the Frenchman will not be fit to take part in the London derby. He will join Marc Cucurella, Wesley Fofana, Reece James, Lesley Ugochukwu and Romeo Lavia on the sidelines. Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez has recovered from a knee injury, but it seems this match comes too soon for him. Plus, Petrovic is solid despite lot of conceded goals. On the positive note, Levi Colwill and Trevoh Chalobah have resumed full training and they are looking for playing time.

Crystal Palace vs Chelsea Prediction:

Crystal Palace are in big crisis at the moment and I think Chelsea could benefit from that. Palace supporters once again expressed their frustration with the club ownership and management with banners calling for change. But Hodgson's job is likely safe for the rest of the season, maybe due to a lack of better candidates. The Eagles still have a five-point gap to the relegation zone and the Saturday's defeats of Everton and Burnley are good news for Hodgson. Chelsea beat Aston Villa in the FA Cup last week and the players confidence is higher. I expect to win again, this time in the Premier League.

Crystal Palace vs Chelsea Pick: Chelsea to win @ 1.77 with Pinnacle

 

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Tottenham vs Brighton & Hove Albion Pick: Tottenham to win @ 1.80 with Pinnacle

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West Ham vs Arsenal Pick: Arsenal to win @ 1.53 with Pinnacle

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