The packed English football schedule continues as we are treated to 10 matches of mid-week Premier League action. Here are our top picks and football previews for Matchday 22 of the 2023/24 Premier League Season.
The packed English football schedule continues as we are treated to 10 matches of mid-week Premier League action. Here are our top picks and football previews for Matchday 22 of the 2023/24 Premier League Season.
Midweek brings a full schedule of Premier League clashes, with 10 fixtures slated for Matchday 22. The following encapsulates our analyses and predictions:
Tuesday, January 30 – 7:30pm GMT – The City Ground
Arsenal, poised five points behind Liverpool in third place, must overcome their City Ground curse to maintain title contention, having lost both visits since Forest’s 2022 promotion. Despite Forest’s recent triumph over Manchester United, Arsenal’s quality should prevail.
Tuesday, January 30 – 7:45pm GMT – Craven Cottage
Everton, teetering in 17th and on a winless streak, confront a Fulham side buoyed by a recent victory over Arsenal. Everton’s scoring drought on the road suggests Fulham’s home advantage could be decisive.
Tuesday, January 30 – 7:45pm GMT – Kenilworth Road
Luton’s resurgence will be tested by Brighton’s European ambitions. While Luton has improved since their 4-1 defeat in the reverse fixture, Brighton’s form suggests they will secure the points.
Tuesday, January 30 – 8:00pm GMT – Selhurst Park
Crystal Palace looks to rebound from their recent drubbing by Arsenal as they face bottom-dwellers Sheffield United. The visitors’ poor away record offers Palace a chance to ease relegation fears.
Tuesday, January 30 – 8:15pm GMT – Villa Park
Newcastle, mired in a losing streak, visit a confident Aston Villa side vying for the top four. The hosts are favored by the leading betting sites, especially given Newcastle’s injury woes.
Wednesday, January 31 – 7:30pm GMT – Etihad Stadium
Manchester City aims to extend their winning run against Burnley, despite missing Haaland. Kevin De Bruyne’s form makes him a likely scorer against the 19th-placed visitors.
Wednesday, January 31 – 7:30pm GMT – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Tottenham’s push for a top-four slot sees them host Brentford. With James Maddison back, Tottenham is tipped to create ample opportunities, particularly for in-form Richarlison.
Wednesday, January 31 – 8:15pm GMT – Anfield
Klopp’s impending departure and Salah’s absence cast shadows over league-leading Liverpool as they meet a surging Chelsea side. A tight encounter mirroring past meetings is anticipated.
Thursday, February 1 – 7:30pm GMT – London Stadium
West Ham seeks to regain their stride against a surprising Bournemouth. Dominic Solanke’s form for the visitors could exploit West Ham’s defensive lapses at home.
Thursday, February 1 – 8:15pm GMT – Molineux Stadium
Manchester United’s scoring difficulties and Wolves’ stout home defense suggest a low-scoring affair, continuing a trend in recent encounters between the two.