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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Having run out 1-0 winners in the most recent encounter, Al Hain-Cole is backing the in-form Blues to at least avoid defeat against Guariola's men

Manchester City and Chelsea will perform a dress rehearsal of this season’s Champions League final when they meet at the Etihad Stadium in Saturday’s Premier League clash.

The Citizens booked their place in a first ever European Cup final after easing past Paris Saint-Germain 4-1 on aggregate in midweek, with Chelsea beating Real Madrid 3-1 a day later.

Manchester City vs Chelsea Latest Odds

Having come out on top in each of their last three home games against this opposition, they are 17/20 (1.85) favourites with bet365 to secure a victory that would also see them crowned league champions.

However, Thomas Tuchel’s men ran out 1-0 winners in the recent FA Cup semi-final encounter at Wembley and can be backed at 10/3 (4.33) to strike another blow with a confidence-boosting win here.

Just one of the last 15 encounters between this pair has resulted in a draw, but you can get odds of 5/2 (3.50) on them cancelling each other out in this one.

Manchester City vs Chelsea Team News

John Stones will serve the last game of his three-match ban for the hosts, who have a fully fit squad to choose from.

Mateo Kovacic is the only injury concern for the away team, as he continues to recover from the hamstring issue that has kept him out for the past month.

Manchester City vs Chelsea Preview

Despite the 19-point gap currently separating them in the league, Pep Guardiola’s men will be well aware of the threat Chelsea pose to their long wait for European success.

Indeed, the Blues have already demonstrated their ability to shut down even the very best opposition since Tuchel’s arrival, remaining unbeaten against Manchester United, Liverpool, Tottenham, both Madrid clubs and also City themselves.

Having kept their opponents at arm’s length throughout last month’s FA Cup semi-final victory, they will back themselves to put in another controlled performance as they look to lay down a marker ahead of the trip to Istanbul.

Manchester City vs Chelsea Tips and Predictions

Considering the home side have lost two of their last three league fixtures in their own backyard, odds of 5/6 (1.83) seem fairly generous on Chelsea at least avoiding defeat in what is set to be an intriguing encounter.

All odds correct at time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Struggling for goals at Anfield, Al Hain-Cole expects Klopp's men to suffer a frustrating game against a Saints side that beat them 1-0 in January

Liverpool will be hoping to keep their fading Champions League hopes alive when they welcome Southampton to Anfield in Saturday’s Premier League clash.

The Reds head into the weekend seven points adrift of fourth-placed Chelsea, although do have a game in hand after last weekend’s match against Manchester United was postponed.

Liverpool vs Southampton Latest Odds

Having won six of their last seven matches against this opposition, they are 2/7 (1.29) favourites with bet365 to stay in the top four race by coming out on top once again.

However, Ralph Hasenhuttl’s team ran out 1-0 winners in January’s reverse encounter and can be backed at 9/1 (10.00) to complete the double by causing another upset here.

The hosts’ last three matches have all resulted in draws, and there are odds of 9/2 (5.50) available on them being held to yet another stalemate in this one.

Liverpool vs Southampton Team News

Nat Phillips has returned from the injury that kept him out of the last two matches, although Caoimhin Kelleher, Virgil Van Dijk, Joel Matip, Joe Gomez, Divock Origi and Jordan Henderson are all ruled out.

Takumi Minimino is ineligible to face his parent club, while Michael Obafemi is doubtful and Oriol Romeu, William Smallbone, Ryan Bertrand and Danny Ings are sidelined.

Liverpool vs Southampton Preview

For a home team desperate for three points, the Saints represent a welcome opponent considering they have lost eight of their last nine league matches on the road – avoiding defeat against only rock bottom Sheffield United in that run.

However, recent performances suggest they are unlikely to merely roll over at Anfield, having only lost to a last-minute penalty away at Tottenham before earning a highly creditable 1-1 draw against Leicester despite playing with just 10 men for 80 minutes.

They will therefore back themselves to make life difficult for Jurgen Klopp’s men, who have scored only four goals in nine league matches on home turf and found the net just five times in their last five fixtures.

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Liverpool vs Southampton Tips and Predictions

Having held Liverpool at arm’s length in their 1-0 win at St Mary’s, odds of 13/8 (2.63) look generous on Southampton ensuring under 2.5 goals are scored for a ninth game in 11 at Anfield.

All odds correct at time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>While goals are likely to be thin on the ground, Al Hain-Cole sees value in backing the Citizens' Champions League hero to fire past the Blues

Manchester City’s star-studded attack will need to be on top form when Chelsea visit the Etihad Stadium in Saturday’s Premier League clash.

The Citizens recently fell to a 1-0 FA Cup semi-final defeat against Thomas Tuchel’s outfit, who have kept 18 clean sheets in 24 fixtures since his arrival.

Pep Guardiola’s preference for a false-nine formation has kept Sergio Aguero on the periphery for most of this campaign, although he did find the net in last weekend’s 2-0 win over Crystal Palace.

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Should he be granted a rare start, the Argentina international could be a tempting proposition at 4/1 (5.00) first goalscorer and 7/5 (2.40) anytime odds.

However, it seems more likely that Kevin De Bruyne will once again be tasked with leading the line, having done so successfully in both legs of the Champions League win over Paris Saint-Germain.

On target in each of the last three meetings between the sides, he represents decent value at 11/5 (3.20) anytime odds.

Riyad Mahrez is the Citizens player on form after four goals in his last five appearances – including three in City’s 4-1 aggregate win over PSG – making odds of 12/5 (3.40) seem particularly tempting on him striking once again.

At the other end of the pitch, Timo Werner will be hoping to build on Wednesday’s big goal in the 2-0 Champions League win over Real Madrid.

The Germany international has endured a frustrating debut season in front of goal since joining the Blues and is a relatively long shot at 8/1 (9.00) first goalscorer or 3/1 (4.00) anytime odds.

Indeed, Werner has been relegated from the central striker role by Kai Havertz in recent weeks, with the record signing looking like excellent value at 15/4 (4.75) anytime odds considering he has struck three times in his last three league appearances.

Hakim Ziyech provided the winner in last month’s FA Cup semi-final against City but is unlikely to attract too much interest at 9/2 (5.50) after starting just two of the five subsequent matches in all competitions.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Struggling for form of late, Al Hain-Cole does not expect Smith's men to end their long wait for a Villa Park victory over a confident Red Devils side

Aston Villa will be aiming to secure a Villa Park victory over Manchester United for the first time in over 25 years when the sides meet in Sunday’s Premier League clash.

The Villans have lost 14 and drawn seven of their last 21 home meetings with this opposition since Mark Draper, Ian Taylor and Dwight Yorke were on the scoresheet in a 3-1 victory back in 1995.

Aston Villa vs Man United Latest Odds

With just two wins to their name in the last nine games, they are 7/2 (4.50) outsiders with bet365 to pull off a long-awaited win here.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men booked their place in the Europa League final by completing an exciting 8-5 aggregate against Roma on Thursday and are available at 8/11 (1.73) to maintain the feelgood factor by coming out on top once again.

Five of the guests’ last seven league matches on the road have resulted in draws, and you can get odds of 3/1 (4.00) on them being forced to settle for a single point once again.

Aston Villa vs Man United Team News

Jack Grealish remains unavailable despite edging closer to fitness, while Morgan Sanson is out with a knee injury and Trezeguet is a long-term absentee.

Phil Jones, Daniel James and Anthony Martial are all absent for the guests, with the latter having this week returned to light training following a knee strain.

Aston Villa vs Man United Preview

Having taken just five points from the last available 18 in their own backyard, it is hard to see Dean Smith’s men ending their long wait for a home victory against this opposition.

Indeed, the Red Devils are the league’s only team to avoid defeat on the road so far this campaign, remaining unbeaten in 24 away games stretching back to last season.

That run looks set to continue considering they have won five and lost none of their previous six league fixtures, not to mention their dominant record against this opposition.

Aston Villa vs Man United Tips and Predictions

All in all, those 8/11 (1.73) odds actually look like generous value on Manchester United extending their unbeaten streak against Villa to 18 games in a row by coming out on top for a 13th time in 15 encounters.

All odds correct at time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The Hammers host the Toffees in a crucial Premier League clash on Sunday afternoon and Goal is backing David Moyes to get one over on his former club

West Ham United welcome Everton to London Stadium on Sunday afternoon in a Premier League game which could have serious repercussions on the race for European places.

David Moyes’ men begin the weekend three points behind fourth and know defeat would be a huge blow to their Champions League aspirations, while the Toffees are still gunning for a spot in either the Europa League or Europa Conference League.

West Ham United vs Everton Latest Odds

Thomas Soucek scored a late winner when these sides met at Goodison Park back in January and another Hammers win is priced at 23/20 (2.15) with bet365.

Everton have won only one of their last seven Premier League outings and are 12/5 (3.40) to get back on track with victory in east London.

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A draw would be a significant blow for both teams’ European aspirations, and that is available at 5/2 (3.50) .

West Ham United vs Everton Team News

Angelo Ogbonna, Arthur Masuaku and Declan Rice are all definitely out for the hosts, while Mark Noble faces a late fitness test.

James Rodriguez needs to be assessed but Abdoulaye Doucoure and Jean-Philippe Gbamin are injured.

West Ham United vs Everton Preview

West Ham’s win at Burnley was a much-needed fillip for the east Londoners after they had lost their previous two fixtures, and Moyes’ men showed excellent resolve to take all three points despite going a goal down early on at Turf Moor.

Although there has been an air of inconsistency surrounding the Hammers recently, with their last nine Premier League games throwing up four wins and four losses, they should be able to take plenty of confidence into this game against struggling Everton.

The Toffees were in top-four contention only seven matches ago but a single victory in those fixtures has left them reeling as they stumble towards the end of the season.

West Ham United vs Everton Tips and Predictions

There is a dogged determination about West Ham as they continue their unlikely push for a Champions League place and the 23/20 (2.15) price for them picking up another three points looks to be the way to go.

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Los Blancos will be aiming to bounce back from their Champions League elimination and Goal expects a tight game to be in store in the Spanish capital

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Real Madrid welcome Sevilla to the Estadio Alfredo di Stefano on Sunday evening in what could be a pivotal game in the La Liga title race.

Los Blancos begin the weekend level on points with Barcelona and two points behind leaders Atletico Madrid, who faced each other on Saturday, and Zinedine Zidane knows a win is vital to keep his side’s title push going.

Sevilla are also in the hunt, just four points behind the side from the capital, with Julen Lopetegui’s men also needing three points if they wish to keep alive their outside chances of being crowned champions.

Real Madrid vs Sevilla Latest Odds

Madrid have won each of their last 11 home league games against Sevilla and another victory is available at 19/20 (1.95) with bet365.

The visitors, meanwhile, can be backed at 11/4 (3.75) with the draw at 13/5 (3.60). 

Real Madrid vs Sevilla Team News

The current Spanish champions remain without Dani Carvajal, Lucas Vazquez and Rafael Varane, although their midweek Champions League defeat to Chelsea saw them welcome back captain Sergio Ramos and Ferland Mendy to the starting eleven.

The visitors have doubts over two key players, with defender Jules Kounde and top scorer Youssef En-Nesyri both training alone during the week, but Lopetegui is hopeful of having both men available.

Real Madrid vs Sevilla Preview

Sunday’s game is a meeting of two of the best defensive sides in La Liga and there should be plenty of interest in backing a low-scoring clash.

Ramos has been missing for Los Blancos but his absence has not been too keenly felt with Madrid keeping four consecutive domestic clean sheets – their best run in La Liga this season.

Sevilla, for their part, have kept 17 clean sheets this term and are one of the most in-form teams in the Primera Division over the last month with seven wins and a draw from their last nine matches.

Both teams are likely to keep things tight, especially with plenty riding on the outcome of the game, and opposing a goal-filled encounter makes plenty of sense. 

Real Madrid vs Sevilla Tips and Predictions

Under 2.5 goals paid out comfortably when the two sides last met in December and a repeat is offered at a healthy 9/10 (1.90). 

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The Gunners will be extremely deflated after their Europa League exit and Goal is backing the visitors to record a respectable result in north London

West Brom head to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday to face Arsenal with Sam Allardyce’s men knowing defeat would confirm their relegation from the Premier League.

The Baggies are 10 points from safety with 12 left to play for and will be hoping to take advantage of the Gunners’ midweek disappointment, which saw them knocked out of the Europa League in the semi-finals against Villarreal.

Arsenal vs West Brom Latest Odds

The Gunners have little but pride to play for but remaining overwhelming favourites, priced at 4/9 (1.44) by bet365 to claim their seventh home win of the season.

Two of West Brom’s five league wins this season have come on the road and the Baggies are available at 6/1 (7.00) with the draw at 7/2 (4.50).

Arsenal vs West Brom Team News

The Gunners are likely to be without both David Luiz and Granit Xhaka, but otherwise Mikel Arteta has a fit squad from which to choose.

Branislav Ivanovic and Robert Snodgrass are doubts for West Brom’s trip to the capital.

Arsenal vs West Brom Preview

Following their European exit on Thursday night which saw the hosts put in a very tepid performance, managing just a single shot on target despite going into the game needing to score, it will surely be difficult for them to rouse themselves for Sunday’s game 

Sat in ninth place with little hope of even reaching the Europa Conference League, the Gunners’ season is effectively over and their motivation will be nothing compared to that of their opponents who are fighting for their lives.

West Brom were unlucky in midweek to only draw 1-1 against Wolves and their results in recent weeks have been solid, with their most recent visit to the capital seeing them win 5-2 at Chelsea a month ago.

Backing the visitors to avoid a heavy defeat makes sense and they will surely be able to compete with a deflated Arsenal outfit.

Arsenal vs West Brom Tips and Predictions

West Brom to win with a +1.0, +1.5 Asian handicap is offered at a tempting 1.75.

This bet pays out in full if the visitors win or draw, while also providing a half win if they lose by a single goal. 

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The in-form striker netted twice when these sides met in the FA Cup in March and our tipster is backing him to score in the Premier League encounter

Leicester City will be hoping to record a rare success at Old Trafford when they face Manchester United on Tuesday.

It has been 23 years since the Foxes last claimed victory on this ground, losing 16 of their 21 visits since then, but will fancy their chances against what will be a rotated Red Devils side as the hosts play a second game in three days.

Jamie Vardy is only the Leicester player to score away at United on their last three trips, and is 8/5 (2.60) favourite with bet365 to net only his third league goal of the calendar year.

In much better form is Kelechi Iheanacho, who has struck 13 times in his last 11 games in all competitions and the former Manchester City man will surely be a popular selection at 7/4 (2.75) after striking twice when the sides met in the FA Cup in March.

Brendan Rodgers has not afforded Ayoze Perez much playing time this season and the forward is out at 3/1 (4.0) to stake a claim in the manager’s thoughts ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup final.

Having struck eight times from midfield, James Maddison is enjoying his best Premier League campaign in front of goal and can be backed at 15/4 (4.75) to add to that tally at Old Trafford.

Although not known for his goalscoring prowess, Youri Tielemans scored in the Foxes’ 3-1 win over United in the FA Cup and is available at 13/2 (7.50) to be a scourge for the hosts once again.

This is the middle game of a five-day stretch during which United play three times and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will no doubt be forced to make changes ahead of Liverpool’s visit on Thursday.

With that in mind, Edinson Cavani should lead the line after scoring off the bench on Sunday, and is a tempting 7/4 (2.75) to net for the ninth time in his last eight appearances.

Mason Greenwood was substituted after 65 minutes on Sunday and could also get the nod to feature from the start, with his odds of 7/4 (2.75) likely to appeal.

It is unlikely that Bruno Fernandes plays much or any part in this one and his 7/4 (2.75) price does not look worth chancing, while the same goes for Marcus Rashford at 21/10 (3.10).

Amad Diallo is in contention for a first Premier League appearance since joining the club in January and is 3/1 (4.0) to mark it with a goal, with fellow youngster Shola Shoretire available at 5/1 (6.0).

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>With the Blues likely to field an understrength backline, Al Hain-Cole expects another high-scoring encounter against Arteta's men at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea will be aiming to head into their upcoming FA Cup final on a high when they welcome Arsenal to Stamford Bridge in Wednesday’s Premier League clash.

The Blues are in confident spirits after following up their Champions League semi-final victory over Real Madrid by beating Manchester City in last weekend’s league match.

Chelsea vs Arsenal Latest Odds

Having lost just two of their last 26 fixtures in all competitions, they are 13/20 (1.65) favourites with bet365 to boost morale even further with a victory against their London rivals.

However, Mikel Arteta’s men have come out on top in both of the last two encounters between this pair and are available at 4/1 (5.00) to make it three wins in a row in this one.

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The last meeting between the sides at this ground resulted in a 2-2 draw last season, and you can get odds of 3/1 (4.00) on them cancelling each other out once again.

Chelsea vs Arsenal Team News

Andreas Christensen has been ruled out after limping off in the victory over City, but Mateo Kovacic could return to the bench after a month out.

Kieran Tierney and Alexandre Lacazette could return to the starting line-up after being fit enough to appear from the bench in Sunday’s win over West Brom, although David Luiz, Pablo Mari and Granit Xhaka are all unavailable.

Chelsea vs Arsenal Preview

With Christensen injured and Thiago Silva unlikely to be risked ahead of the FA Cup final, Thomas Tuchel’s side may struggle to maintain the exceptionally tight defensive record they have established since he took over.

Indeed, the Gunners have proven dangerous opposition on the road of late, finding the net in each of their last nine away games and averaging over two goals per game in the process.

What’s more, recent encounters between this pair have provided plenty of goalmouth action, with 26 goals scored in the last seven meetings – six of which seeing both sides on target.

Chelsea vs Arsenal Tips and Predictions

All in all, even money (2.00) looks like good value on over 2.5 goals being scored for Arsenal’s seventh away game in nine and their sixth match in a row against Chelsea.

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class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>Having discovered his goal-scoring touch in recent Premier League games, Al Hain-Cole is backing the Blues record signing to fire past Arteta's men

Chelsea’s attacking players will be aiming to earn themselves a place in this weekend’s FA Cup final line-up when Arsenal visit Stamford Bridge on Wednesday.

Although he has contributed a number of assists in recent high profile matches, Timo Werner has only scored one goal in his last 10 league appearances for the Blues.

The Germany international is therefore a relatively long 9/2 (5.50) shot with bet365 to open the scoring and priced at 6/4 (2.50) to strike anytime.

Indeed, Thomas Tuchel may opt to rest Werner and offer a chance to Olivier Giroud, who is a slim 21/20 (2.05) bet to find the net against his former team with a first goal since February.

Alternatively, Kai Havertz could return to lead the line after missing out completely on last weekend’s 2-1 away win over Manchester City.

The club’s record signing has scored three goals in his last three league appearances and is priced at a reasonably generous 15/8 (2.88) to strike anytime here.

At the other end of the pitch, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will also be determined to offer a reminder of his own capabilities in front of goal after featuring in just one of the last five league matches due to illness and team rotation.

Having scored both goals in the Gunners’ win over Chelsea in last season’s FA Cup final, he could offer strong value at 6/1 (7.00) first goalscorer and 21/10 (3.10) anytime goalscorer odds should he be restored to the team.

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Alexandre Lacazette will also be hoping for a recall after starting as a substitute in his first game back from injury against West Brom last weekend, and can be backed at 9/4 (3.25) to rediscover the form that saw him strike six times in eight games prior to that lay-off.

However, Nicolas Pepe has made a strong bid for keeping his own place in the side after scoring three times in his last five starts, and is on offer at 13/5 (3.60) to extend that form with another goal at Stamford Bridge.

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