Matchweek 30 Premier League predictions and top tips: more fierce derbies, backing Manchester and Chelsea wins
Matchweek 30 of the Premier League takes place midweek and will be spread over three days. Here are some predictions for the upcoming matches.
Arsenal vs Fulham. Will there be intrigue in this London derby? 01.04.2025
We are in for one of many derbies, although it is not the most high-profile fixture when it comes to London clashes. Arsenal is considered the favorite in this pair, although the "Gunners" do not have high motivation in the league, as they are not realistically contending for the title, having let Liverpool go 12 points ahead, with a 4-point gap from third-place Nottingham. Losing the battle for second place to the "Forest" seems unlikely, as their rivals will find it difficult to stay in the top four.
Arteta's men only ended a three-match winless streak in the league in the last round by defeating Chelsea 1-0. The club might focus on the Champions League, although they will have to face the mighty Real Madrid in the quarter-finals.
For Fulham, the season is relatively good, as the team is even fighting for a spot in European competitions, trailing the top six by two points. Over the weekend, the "Cottagers" stumbled in the FA Cup quarter-finals, losing 0-3 at home to Crystal Palace. Judging by the results, Fulham is a team of moods; you never know when they might deliver a good match. I think there's reason to expect a tense battle.
Bet on both teams to score – yes – 2.31.
Bournemouth vs Ipswich. Who can break their streak of failures? 02.04.2025
The "Cherries" have given their fans a lot of hope this season. The team reached the FA Cup quarter-finals but lost at home to Manchester City 1-2 over the weekend. They put up a fight, but the opponent was indeed stronger. Bournemouth performed well in the league until recently, but they are currently on a four-match winless streak, with a manageable three-point gap from the European spot. The game hasn't disappeared; they've just been a bit unlucky lately, maybe the players have lost confidence.
Ipswich is one foot in the Championship, sometimes the team looked decent, but overall, they couldn't cope with the elite level. The club is only 18th in the league, with minimal chances of survival, as they are 9 points behind the 17th safe spot. The team last won in the league at the end of last year, with a winless streak in the Premier League already reaching ten matches. There was a small hope in the FA Cup, but they were eliminated in the round of 16, losing to Nottingham in a penalty shootout. Ipswich is a newcomer to the elite, so their chances of staying were not high.
Bet on both teams to score – yes – 1.81.
Manchester City vs Leicester. Is everything clear in this match-up? 02.04.2025
In a disappointing season for themselves, the "Citizens" are forced to fight only for a top-4 spot in the Premier League. Guardiola's men are currently fifth, although they are just one point behind the top four. Over the weekend, the team managed to secure an important FA Cup victory, beating Bournemouth 2-1 away in a tough match, which allowed them to reach the tournament's semi-finals. Manchester's players don't have much time to recover, but it should be noted that they are playing against an unmotivated outsider. Everything is almost clear with Leicester; the club is very likely to be relegated to the Championship, as making up 9 points in nine rounds is only theoretically possible. The "Foxes" have no signs of progress, as they are on a six-match losing streak, failing to score during this period. There is a high probability of seeing the hosts dominate this encounter. Manchester is motivated, and Leicester is in a deep crisis, so there shouldn't be much intrigue in this pair.
Bet on a home win with a -2 goal handicap – 1.87.
Liverpool vs Everton. Will the teams put on a fierce derby? 02.04.2025
In such a derby, Liverpool is considered the favorite. Arne Slot's men will try to secure the title quickly, as they have a significant lead in the league table. Essentially, winning at any cost isn't necessary here; prestige is important, as success in this derby is very important to the fans. It's also worth noting that both teams come into this match on a long unbeaten run.
Everton had to think about survival for a while, but that issue is now resolved, as they are 17 points clear of the danger zone. The "Toffees" find it hard to compete with their neighbors over the long haul, but they are capable of winning an individual derby, which is what the fans expect.
Just a month ago, it seemed Liverpool could collect a whole bouquet of trophies, but they ended up being knocked out of the Champions League and losing the English League Cup final. Now the team can only win the league, and there shouldn't be any problems with securing the title.
Bet on both teams to score – yes – 2.09.
Chelsea vs Tottenham. Will the teams put on a high-scoring battle? 02.04.2025
In matchweek 30 of the Premier League, there will be two London derbies, and this battle looks clearly more interesting than the Arsenal vs Fulham clash. Chelsea is the favorite in this pair, has higher motivation, and plays at home, while Tottenham is just playing out a disappointing season but can still cause problems for any opponent.
Both teams have high chances of winning European trophies, with Tottenham eyeing the Europa League as a way to salvage their season by winning not only the trophy but also a Champions League spot. For Chelsea, finishing in the Premier League's top four is a priority, as winning the Conference League is not as important. Neither opponent impresses with stability, but I repeat, a win for the "Blues" is more important here, while the "Spurs" are more focused on the Europa League quarter-final battle against Eintracht.
Bet on a home win – 1.66.
Manuel Chávez
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