Playing today
Fulham vs Chelsea
Premier League | Sun 20 Apr 2025 | 13:00 UTC
With European ambitions fueling both sides, this West London derby sees Fulham entering the fray with an inconsistent recent record of six wins and six defeats in their last twelve Premier League matches.
Sitting six points ahead, Chelsea appear to have the edge in current form, having suffered only one defeat in their last six league games – a narrow loss at Arsenal. However, Chelsea's away form presents a vulnerability, with no victories in their last eight travels.
This contrasts sharply with Fulham's strong home form, boasting three wins in their last four at Craven Cottage, including a notable 3-2 triumph over league leaders Liverpool.
Having already taken all six points available against Newcastle and Nottingham Forest this season, Fulham will be motivated to secure a derby double, following their 2-1 victory at Stamford Bridge.
Ipswich Town vs Arsenal
Premier League | Sun 20 Apr 2025 | 13:00 UTC
Despite showing resilience in their recent 2-2 draw at Chelsea, having relinquished a two-goal advantage, Ipswich's Premier League form is a significant worry, especially at home where they have suffered six consecutive defeats.
Arsenal, on the other hand, arrive unbeaten in their last six league games, though four draws during this run have allowed Liverpool to build a substantial lead at the summit.
While the prospect of overtaking Liverpool for the title seems increasingly unlikely, Arsenal can take heart from their formidable Champions League performance, progressing to the semi-finals after overcoming Real Madrid in both legs. Their overall Premier League record also remains impressive, with just one loss in their last 22 matches.
Manchester Utd vs Wolverhampton
Premier League | Sun 20 Apr 2025 | 13:00 UTC
Manchester United's recent home results include draws against Manchester City and Arsenal, following a win over Ipswich, but their overall home form this season has been disappointing, with only six wins in sixteen Premier League games at Old Trafford.
Their defensive record at home is particularly poor, with just four clean sheets in those sixteen matches.
In contrast, Wolverhampton have found form at the right time, winning their last match against Tottenham (3-2) and enjoying a three-game winning streak away from home. This six-game unbeaten run has eased their relegation concerns significantly.
Leicester City vs Liverpool
Premier League | Sun 20 Apr 2025 | 15:30 UTC
A stark contrast in fortunes sees relegation-threatened Leicester City welcome high-flying league leaders Liverpool.
While neither team's ultimate season destiny is yet mathematically sealed, the likelihood of Liverpool faltering in their title pursuit or Leicester miraculously avoiding relegation seems remote.
Leicester's recent 2-2 draw away at Brighton brought an end to a dismal run of eight consecutive Premier League defeats without finding the net.
Liverpool, despite a recent away setback against Fulham (3-2), possess an impressive away record, securing victory in 10 of their 16 travels.
An intriguing statistic highlights Liverpool's consistency on the road: they have scored precisely two goals in each of their last six away league games, irrespective of the final scoreline.
Playing tomorrow
Tottenham vs Nottm Forest
Premier League | Mon 21 Apr 2025 | 19:00 UTC
The dichotomy between Tottenham's European success and domestic struggles is stark, with only one Premier League victory in their last six matches despite reaching the Europa League semi-finals.
Their home form has been particularly concerning defensively, failing to secure a clean sheet in 14 of their 16 league games. With a comfortable mid-table position, Tottenham lack the urgent domestic goals of their visitors, Nottingham Forest, who are actively pursuing a coveted Champions League berth.
Forest's momentum has been recently checked by two consecutive league losses, including a 0-1 defeat at home to Everton. A significant positive for Forest has been their consistent ability to take the lead, scoring the first goal in 23 of their 32 league fixtures this season.
However, a previous strength, their away form, has now become a concern, marked by four defeats in their last five Premier League away games, where they have conceded at least twice in each instance.
Played yesterday
Brentford 4 - 2 Brighton
Premier League | Sat 19 Apr 2025 | 14:00 UTC
Ending a dismal eight-game winless streak at home during which they only managed four goals, Brentford rediscovered their scoring touch with a decisive 4-2 victory over Brighton.
The inspired performance, highlighted by a brace from Bryan Mbeumo, marked their triumphant return to winning ways at the Gtech Community Stadium.
For Brighton, this result compounds their recent struggles, extending their winless Premier League run to five matches. Alarmingly, the Seagulls have conceded at least two goals in each of these encounters, delivering a significant blow to their aspirations of securing European qualification.
Crystal Palace 0 - 0 Bournemouth
Premier League | Sat 19 Apr 2025 | 14:00 UTC
Following a goalless stalemate, Crystal Palace can take solace in a much-needed defensive resilience, having previously conceded a concerning ten goals in their prior two Premier League fixtures.
While their attack has now gone quiet for two consecutive league games, their ability to secure a clean sheet while playing the entire second half with ten men will undoubtedly provide a significant confidence boost.
As for the visitors, Bournemouth's third consecutive away draw stretches their unbeaten run to three games, with clean sheets in the last two. However, this result represents a missed opportunity to bolster their chances of securing European qualification.
Everton 0 - 2 Manchester City
Premier League | Sat 19 Apr 2025 | 14:00 UTC
After having remained goalless at home, Everton continues to grapple with their attacking output. Their failure to score more than once in their last seven league matches underscores this struggle.
This latest disappointing home result adds to a concerning record of just four wins in seventeen Premier League home games this season.
Manchester City, despite a resilient Everton defence, ultimately secured a late victory with two goals in the final six minutes.
This second consecutive league win extends their unbeaten run to five Premier League matches, providing a significant boost to their efforts to solidify their Champions League qualification.
West Ham Utd 1 - 1 Southampton
Premier League | Sat 19 Apr 2025 | 14:00 UTC
Leslie Ugochukwu's dramatic late equalizer salvaged a point for Southampton, halting a sequence of three consecutive away defeats in the Premier League.
Despite their confirmed relegation after a challenging season, the Saints have shown some attacking threat on their travels, finding the net in seven of their last eight away league fixtures.
For West Ham, this draw extends their winless run in the Premier League to six consecutive matches.
Aston Villa 4 - 1 Newcastle Utd
Premier League | Sat 19 Apr 2025 | 16:30 UTC
Aston Villa's dominant 4-1 victory marked their fifth consecutive league win, firmly establishing them as serious contenders for a Champions League spot.
This result leaves them just two points adrift of their visitors, Newcastle. For the Magpies, this defeat brings an end to their own impressive five-match unbeaten streak in the Premier League.
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