Saturday brings a full slate of Premier League action with seven fixtures headlined by Newcastle vs Manchester City. Expect tight mid-table battles in the afternoon before the title contenders close the night at St James’ Park. Here’s your guide for punters and pool players.
Chelsea remain favourites but Burnley’s home crowd makes Turf Moor a tricky opening test. Chelsea’s pace on the wings and set-piece threat should prove decisive.
Betting guide: Chelsea to win; tight margin likely.
Pool tip: Chelsea only.
Bournemouth have improved creatively but West Ham’s counter-attack and experience away from home make them the safer call.
Betting guide: West Ham slight favourite; include draw on wider slips.
Pool tip: West Ham / Draw.
Two evenly matched sides that press high and move the ball quickly. Brighton’s home record keeps them marginally ahead, but Brentford’s organisation offers upset potential.
Betting guide: Brighton / Draw for balanced cover.
Pool tip: Brighton / Draw.
Fulham’s strength at Craven Cottage should tell, though Sunderland’s recent Championship form suggests they’ll compete hard.
Betting guide: Fulham banker for home advantage.
Pool tip: Fulham.
Liverpool dominate possession and rarely drop points at Anfield. Forest’s defensive line will be under heavy pressure throughout.
Betting guide: Liverpool banker.
Pool tip: Liverpool.
Both sides are mid-table and inconsistent. Wolves defend well at home, but Palace’s pace on the break makes this unpredictable.
Betting guide: Low-scoring draw most probable.
Pool tip: Draw / Wolves.
Match of the day. Newcastle have the crowd and energy, but Manchester City’s class and control usually prevail in these fixtures.
Betting guide: City to edge a high-quality contest; goals expected.
Pool tip: Manchester City.
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