Bournemouth vs Arsenal
Sunday 25th November 2018
FA Premier League, Vitality Stadium
Live on Sky Sports Main Event – Kick-Off: 13:30 GMT
Bournemouth vs Arsenal: Arsenal will be hoping to jump into the top four on Sunday with a victory against Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium.
The Gunners were left frustrated by Wolves before the international break as they were held to a 1-1 draw. In truth, it was one of the poorest displays from Unai Emery’s side in recent weeks. They’ve been on a fine run and are still 14 matches unbeaten in all competitions. With Tottenham hosting Chelsea on Saturday evening, one, or both, of those sides will drop points which will give Arsenal a chance to close the gap. A win at Bournemouth – coupled with a Tottenham defeat – would send them into the Champions League places ahead of the North London derby next weekend. Arsenal’s last league win came a month ago after three successive draws. That makes victory against a strong Bournemouth side imperative. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will be hopeful of continuing his fine run of goalscoring form. The Gabonese forward has nine goals in 16 appearances this season.
Bournemouth have lost their last two games after an impressive start to the season. They were unfortunate to suffer defeat against Manchester United but they were off the pace against Newcastle United as they again lost 2-1. Prior to those results, Eddie Howe’s men had kept three consecutive clean sheets, whilst scoring seven goals. They are only four points behind Arsenal on 20 points and a win would move further cement their bid for a European place. Callum Wilson will be back in a Cherries shirt, buoyed by his debut goal for England. The pacey striker has seven goals in 14 appearances for Bournemouth this season and is one of the most in-form players in the division, at the moment.
Craig Pawson is the referee for this game. The Englishman has officiated eight top-flight games this season. In that time, he has accumulated 56.9 total booking points this season. Therefore, I would recommend a maximum 70+ total points this weekend.
This will be a tough game for Arsenal, Bournemouth have proved to be tough opposition for top six sides this season. As a result, I think this one could end as a high-scoring draw.
Bournemouth vs Arsenal will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event with kick-off at 13:30 GMT.
Prediction: Bournemouth 2-2 Arsenal
Suggested Tips – Bournemouth vs Arsenal – (BET365)
- Correct score – Draw – 2-2 – (link no longer available).
Suggested Tips – Bournemouth vs Arsenal – (SKYBET)
- Scorecast Boost (Double Chance) – Callum Wilson to score first and draw 1-1 or 2-2 – 33/1.
- To score & win – Alexander Lacazette – 2/1.
- Scorecast Bosot (Double Chance) – Pierre Emerick Aubameyang to score first and Arsenal win 2-1 – 60/1.
- Price Boost – Granit Xhaka to score from outside the penalty area – 14/1.
- RequestABet – 80/1 and above – Aubameyang to score a header and Arsenal to score a penalty – 80/1.
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17/18 RequestABet Winner – Bellerin to score & Francis to be carded – 40/1.
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Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea – Match Preview
Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea
Saturday 24th November 2018
FA Premier League, Wembley StadiumLive on BT Sport 1 – Kick-Off: 17:30 GMT
Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea: Tottenham play host to Chelsea knowing a win would see them leapfrog their London rivals and move them into third place.
Tottenham won their last four matches in all competitions prior to the international break. Mauricio Pochettino’s men have six of their last seven Premier League games, with that one defeat coming to Manchester City. Spurs have struggled in their last two meetings with the ‘big six’ having lost at home to both Liverpool and City this season, although they did win against Manchester United at Old Trafford in the opening weeks of the campaign. Spurs have shown they can be incredibly consistent against the smaller sides, even in the tough away games. In recent weeks they’ve beaten the likes of Brighton, Wolves and Crystal Palace away – all three of those sides have taken points from the ‘big six’ this season – which is an impressive feat. To become title challengers, they need to replicate that strength and resilience against their nearest rivals. Victory over unbeaten Chelsea would be a real statement.
Maurizio Sarri was left frustrated by his side’s lack of goal threat as they drew 0-0 with Everton at Stamford Bridge. Whilst Chelsea are unbeaten – alongside Liverpool and City – it’s game like Everton that will cost them the title. Against stubborn opposition, Chelsea lack a world-class striker. Alvaro Morata has improved this season and does have good potential, but he is not ready made to lead a title tilt. When you compare him to Sergio Aguero, Roberto Firmino or Harry Kane, he falls below their standard. If Eden Hazard doesn’t score in games of that nature, neither do Chelsea. Having finished last season in fifth, Chelsea have made fantastic strides under Sarri, which shouldn’t be forgotten. They weren’t expected to challenge for the title, so they are succeeding expectations.
Martin Atkinson is the referee for his game. The Englishman has officiated 11 top-flight matches this season, accumulating an average booking points total of 36.8. Therefore, I would suggest a maximum of 60+ booking points for this derby match.
Tottenham could really make a statement by ending Chelsea’s unbeaten run. They have only beaten the Blues in THREE of their last 19 meetings in all competitions. As a result, I can see this being a hard-fought draw.
Where to Watch: Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League with kick off at 17:30 GMT.
Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 1-1 Chelsea
Suggested Tips – Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea – (BET365)
- Correct score – Draw – 1-1 – (link no longer available).
Suggested Tips – Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea – (SKYBET)
- Both Players to Score – Eden Hazard & Christian Eriksen – 9/1.
- First Goalscorer – Harry Kane – 9/2.
- Full Time Result & Both Teams to Score – Chelsea and Yes – 3/1.
- Popular RequestABets – Kane & Hazard to score and Aurier & Alonso to be carded – 50/1.
- Popular RequestABets – Harry Kane to score a header & Hazard to score outside the area – 200/1.
- RequestABet – 80/1 and above – Hazard to score, Chelsea 1-0, 6+ corners each team and Under 60 match booking points – 150/1.
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RequestABet – 80/1 and above – Tottenham to win, BTTS, 6+ corners each team and 40+ Chelsea booking points – 80/1.
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Ipswich Town vs West Bromwich Albion – Match Preview
Ipswich Town vs West Bromwich Albion
Friday 23rd November 2018
SkyBet Championship, Portman RoadLive on Sky Sports Football – Kick-Off: 19:45 GMT
Ipswich vs West Bromwich Albion: The visitors travel to Portman Road to take on struggling Ipswich, looking to build on their impressive 4-1 win over Leeds United.
The Baggies signed off for the international break in perfect style, a 4-1 home win over Leeds. Darren Moore’s side blew past the potential table toppers with goals from Hal Robson-Kanu, Dwight Gayle, Matt Phillips and Harvey Barnes. The on-loan Leicester City midfielder has shone this season and looks to have the potential to make it in the top flight. Barnes has been used from the left at times this season but it’s undoubted that his best position is central in the ‘number ten’ role. His speed of thought and play makes him a real prospect, at the age of just 20. West Brom’s win over Leeds took them back into the top six and up to fifth, ending a run of disappointing results. The Baggies had lost three of their last four games prior to that win.
Ipswich are yet to lose in two matches since Paul Lambert replaced Paul Hurst as their manager. Before the break, they were unlucky to come away with just a point against fellow strugglers Reading, twice taking the lead. They currently prop up the Championship table with 11 points from 17 matches, having won just once. Their main issue this season has been conceding goals. They’ve leaked 28 this season, only four teams have conceded more. In attack, they’ve struggled to replace the goals of Joe Garner and Martyn Waghorn, who were both sold in the summer. Therefore, if the Tractor Boys are to stay up, they will need investment in January.
Keith Stroud is the referee for this game. The Englishman has taken charge of four second-tier matches this season, accumulating an average booking points total of 27.5. As a result, I would recommend a maximum of 50+points for this fixture.
West Brom have so many goalscorers in their side and Ipswich leak them like a sieve. Therefore, I can only see Moore’s side coming away with three points.
Ipswich Town vs West Bromwich Albion will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Football with kick off at 19:45 GMT.
Predictions: Ipswich Town 1-3 West Brom
Suggested Tips – Ipswich Town vs West Bromwich Albion – (SKYBET):
- Correct score: West Bromwich Albion win 3-1 – (link no longer available).
Suggested Tips – Ipswich Town vs West Bromwich Albion – (SKYBET):
- Gayle and Rodriguez to both score – 9/2.
- Rodriguez to score first and WBA 2-1 – 33/1.
- Barnes to assist 1+ goals – 10/3.
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