Premier League matchday 37 predictions and top tips: Backing Everton and Brentford for success, plus goals galore

The Premier League is set to thrill its fans with five Sunday fixtures in the penultimate round. It's already fairly clear who is just playing out the season and who still needs points. Here are my picks and tips for these matches.

Everton vs Southampton: The Toffees to delight their home crowd

The hosts are deservedly seen as favorites here, even though neither side has much left to play for in the standings. Everton owe their fans a performance, having gone six home games without a win (five draws and one loss). The Toffees are now simply fighting to hold onto 13th place—there's no chance to climb higher.

Southampton lost all hope of survival long ago and are guaranteed to finish bottom of the Premier League this season. Despite their hopeless position, the Saints managed to hold off a strong and motivated Manchester City side for a 0-0 draw last time out, even under heavy pressure. I expect the hosts to control the game and finally reward their fans with a much-needed win.

Bet for the match – Everton to win with a -1 handicap at 1.68.

West Ham vs Nottingham Forest: The Forest must fight to the end

This season, Nottingham Forest almost convinced their fans that a Champions League spot was within reach, but now the club is all but out of the top-five race. Forest are winless in their last three, picking up just two points in that span and slipping down to seventh—four points off the top five, though they do have a game in hand. The most painful setback came last round with a 2-2 home draw against a Leicester side with nothing to play for.

West Ham have nothing left to play for and are going through the motions. In the last round, the Hammers snapped an eight-game winless streak by beating Manchester United away. I expect a tight contest here with no clear favorite according to the bookmakers.

Bet for the match – both teams to score – yes at 1.75.

Brentford vs Fulham: Backing the hosts with draw protection

There's little at stake in this derby, with Brentford slight favorites heading into the match. It's clear why the bookies are siding with the Bees—they're in better form. Brentford have won four straight, climbing to eighth in the table, but that's likely their ceiling now as they're seven points off seventh.

Fulham are winding down the season without much enthusiasm, as shown by four losses in their last five games. The Cottagers have lost their edge, and the results have suffered. I see Brentford as more likely to take the initiative and extend their impressive run. Backing them outright is risky, but draw no bet looks like a solid play.

Bet for the match – Brentford to win with a 0 handicap at 1.55.

Leicester vs Ipswich: Relegation battle promises entertainment

Both teams come into this clash level on points, and the winner will most likely finish 18th. The key point: both sides are already assured of playing in the Championship next season.

They're a massive 16 points adrift of safety, a clear sign that neither club was up to Premier League standards this campaign. Thanks to home advantage, Leicester are slight favorites here. I don't think the fight for 17th will be a huge motivator, but some players will want to catch the eye of scouts. I expect an open, attacking match where finishing will be decisive—get ready for some entertaining football.

Bet for the match – over 2.5 goals at 1.67.

Arsenal vs Newcastle: Rivals set for a high-octane showdown

The Premier League's Sunday action wraps up with Arsenal hosting Newcastle—a mouthwatering clash between two top-five sides and direct competitors. The Gunners are slight favorites, but their odds are drifting. A win here would be a massive boost in the race for a Champions League place.

Arsenal are still reeling from their Champions League exit, where PSG proved too much to handle. Expect a fascinating tactical battle between two talented managers. Both teams are likely to go toe-to-toe, so finishing will be crucial. Fans can expect a goal-filled spectacle.

Bet for the match – both teams to score – yes at 1.67.

All in all, you can build an accumulator with odds close to 13—just depends on which bookmaker you use. The end of the season is the perfect time to boost your bankroll.