EPL Matchweek 22 betting preview & tips | Premier League 2024-25

Matchweek 22 of the 2024-25 English Premier League promises a host of thrilling matchups, including Newcastle hosting Bournemouth and Aston Villa traveling to Arsenal.

Here are our top soccer betting tips for this weekend’s EPL action.

Newcastle United v Bournemouth

Saturday, January 18 – 11:30pm AEDT – St James’ Park
Fourth on the table after winning their last six games, Newcastle United will fancy their chances against eighth-placed Bournemouth, who have won twice and drawn four of their last six.

Alexander Isak scored for the eighth consecutive game during the Magpies’ 3-0 win over Wolves, and top EPL bookmakers are paying -125 for the Swedish forward to extend that streak.

Brentford v Liverpool

Sunday, January 19 – 2:00am AEDT – Gtech Community Stadium
Forced to share the spoils with Nottingham Forest on Tuesday, leaders Liverpool will be keen on cementing their place atop the Premier League table when the face mid-table Brentford, who have only won one of their last six.

Mohamed Salah is a frontrunner in the race for the Golden Boot with 18 goals, and the top online betting sites are paying $1.95 for the Liverpool forward to hit the mark again.

Leicester City v Fulham

Sunday, January 19 – 2:00am AEDT – The King Power Stadium
Second from bottom after a six-game defeat streak, Leicester City will be everything but confident ahead of their clash with Fulham, who slipped to 10th following their 3-2 defeat to West Ham.

Having won the last three encounters, the Cottagers are strong contenders to secure maximum points against Leicester.

West Ham United v Crystal Palace

Sunday, January 19 – 2:00am AEDT – London Stadium
Both in the bottom half of the table, West Ham are two positions higher with a two-point advantage over visiting Crystal Palace.

With three of their four meetings at the London Stadium ending in a stalemate, another draw could be on the cards.

Take the draw at +241 with Marantelli Bet.

Arsenal v Aston Villa

Sunday, January 19 – 4:30am AEDT – Emirates Stadium
After forcing their way into second following Wednesday’s victory in the North London derby, Arsenal will be in high spirits ahead of the matchup with Aston Villa, in seventh following wins over Leicester and Everton.

Runaway winners in the reverse fixture, back the Gunners to do the double on a stubborn Villa side.

Everton v Tottenham Hotspur

Sunday, January 19 – 1:00am AEDT – Goodison Park
Tottenham are 14th on the table with 24 points, while Everton and two position behind with seven fewer points.

Heung-min Son was on the scoresheet during Spurs’ rampant victory over the Toffees earlier this season, and could do so again.

Manchester United v Brighton & Hove Albion

Sunday, January 19 – 1:00am AEDT – Old Trafford
Manchester United, sitting 12th, will be striving to push higher in the table when they host Brighton, who are three positions above them.

Amad Diallo bagged a hat-trick during United’s comeback win over Southampton, and the Ivorian is priced at +350 with BetOnline to find the back of the net at Old Trafford.

Nottingham Forest v Southampton

Sunday, January 19 – 1:00am AEDT – The City Ground
Third-placed Nottingham Forest will be eager to make light work of Southampton, who remain bottom of the table with just one win thus far.

Chris Wood has scored in three consecutive league games, and online bookmakers are paying $2.20 for the Kiwi forward to stretch his run.

Ipswich Town v Manchester City

Monday, January 20 – 3:30am AEDT – Portman Road
Held midweek be Brentford, sixth-placed Manchester City will be looking to bounce back against Ipswich Town, who are in the danger zone after one win in five outings.

Phil Foden, who has netted thrice in his last two Premier League games, is a great pick at Marantelli Bet for the anytime goalscorer market.

Chelsea v Wolverhampton Wanderers

Monday, January 20 – 7:00am AEDT – Stamford Bridge
Down to fifth after a five-game winless streak, Chelsea will be hoping to turn things around against 17th-placed Wolves, who have endured consecutive defeats to Forest and Newcastle.

With better squad depth and overall quality, the Blues should be able to see this one through.

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