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Premier League non-stop action continues with Matchday 19 on Sunday, featuring several crucial fixtures that will shape the top half of the table and battle against the drop.
WEST HAM vs LIVERPOOL
Arne Slot’s Liverpool sit comfortably atop the Premier League table. They’ll face West Ham, who have had a season to forget in the first season after the David Moyes’ era and are currently struggling, joggling in mid-table and the bottom half. Liverpool boast impressive statistics, including the best defensive record (16 goals conceded), the second-best attacking record (37 goals scored), and fourth-best possession (56.5%). In contrast, West Ham rank in the bottom eight for defense, attack, and possession. Historically, Liverpool have dominated this matchup, winning 12 of the last 14 Premier League encounters.
ASTON VILLA vs BRIGHTON
Aston Villa and Brighton clash in a crucial match for the top ten. Villa suffered a 3-0 defeat to Newcastle, dropping to ninth place. Brighton, winless in six games, will aim to revive their European ambitions. The Seagulls have struggled defensively, recording only one clean sheet in their last ten Premier League fixtures. Villa have had the upper hand in recent meetings, winning five of the last six Premier League matches between the two sides.
BRENTFORD vs ARSENAL
Arsenal’s win over Ipswich propelled them to second place. They’ll face Brentford, who are winless in three games. Arsenal have been consistent across all facets, boasting the best defensive record (16 goals conceded), the fourth-best attacking record (35 goals scored), and fifth-best possession (54.9%). Brentford’s inability to generate chances will likely be exploited by Arsenal’s solid defense. Historically, Arsenal have dominated this matchup, with a 4-1-1 record in six Premier League matches.
LEICESTER vs MAN CITY
Manchester City’s draw with Everton extended their winless streak to one win in 13 games across all competitions. They’ll face Leicester, who are struggling in the bottom three after three consecutive defeats. The Foxes have been involved in high-scoring matches, with 19 goals in their last five games. City will aim to capitalize on Leicester’s defensive vulnerabilities.
CRYSTAL PALACE vs SOUTHAMPTON
Southampton’s Premier League survival hopes are dwindling, with only one win in 18 games. They’ll face Crystal Palace, who are improving after a poor start. Palace have averaged only one goal per game, suggesting a low-scoring affair. Southampton’s new manager, Ivan Juric, has focused on making the team more resilient, conceding only one goal in his first two games.
EVERTON vs NOTTINGHAM FOREST
Everton and Nottingham Forest are unbeaten in four games. Forest have risen to third place, while Everton are three points clear of the relegation zone. The Toffees’ defense has been solid, conceding only one goal in four games. Forest will rely on Morgan Gibbs-White’s creativity to unlock Everton’s defense.
FULHAM vs BOURNEMOUTH
Fulham’s historic win over Chelsea propelled them to eighth place. They’ll face Bournemouth, who are unbeaten in five games. This matchup promises goals, with 13 scored in Fulham’s last four matches against top-half teams and nine scored by Bournemouth in their last three away games.
TOTTENHAM vs WOLVES
Tottenham’s struggles continue, with four defeats in five league matches. They’ll face Wolves, who have back-to-back wins under Vitor Pereira. Spurs’ defense has been vulnerable, conceding 13 goals in four home games. Wolves’ Matheus Cunha will aim to exploit Tottenham’s defensive weaknesses.
IPSWICH vs CHELSEA
Chelsea’s title hopes are fading after a 2-1 defeat to Fulham. They’ll face Ipswich, who are struggling in 19th place. Chelsea may rotate their squad, with Axel Disasi or Renato Veiga potentially starting. Ipswich have lost five of their last six games and have no clean sheets in 14 games.
MAN UNITED vs NEWCASTLE
Manchester United aim to end a difficult year on a positive note when they host Newcastle. The Red Devils are 14th in the table, while Newcastle are fifth after a 3-0 win over Aston Villa. Manchester United have lost three consecutive matches, while Newcastle will aim to capitalize on the Red Devils’ defensive vulnerabilities.
