Predictions 05 – 08.04.2024
Crystal Palace vs Manchester City | Premier League
06/04/2024 12:30
Prediction: 1-2
The Premier League title race resumes as Manchester City, sitting second in the table just one point behind leaders Arsenal, face Crystal Palace away on Saturday. Guardiola’s side has been unbeaten since December 6, 2023, and continues to deliver positive results, despite being unable to overcome Arsenal in their recent direct clash (0-0). However, they bounced back with an impressive 4-1 victory over Aston Villa on Wednesday evening.
Crystal Palace, on the other hand, have had a relatively quiet season in the championship, currently enjoying an eight-point lead over the relegation zone with eight matches remaining and one game still to play. However, their recent form hasn’t been great, with four games without a win, including two defeats and two draws.
- Four of Manchester City’s last five away games have ended with goals.
- Crystal Palace have seen three of their last four home matches result in both teams scoring and conceding at least one goal.
- In 63.3% of both teams’ Premier League matches, goals have been scored.
- The first leg between these two teams ended in a 2-2 draw.
- Crystal Palace’s attack has been averaging over a goal per game in the league, with 34 goals scored in 30 matches.
Brighton vs Arsenal | Premier League
06/04/2024 17:30
Prediction: 1-3
Brighton and Arsenal will clash at the Community Stadium on Saturday. Brighton, currently ninth in the table, are keen on avoiding losing ground to teams ahead of them. With the table being tightly packed, they sit just three points away from both European qualification and thirteenth place. Finishing the season in thirteenth would be highly disappointing for the club. However, De Zerbi’s squad has struggled in the second half of the season, having lost four of their last six matches.
On the other hand, Arsenal appears unfazed by the challenges, coming off a strong performance in their last match. They managed to secure a 0-0 draw against Manchester City, maintaining their one-point lead in the table and keeping their title aspirations alive. The Gunners are also eagerly anticipating their upcoming double match against Bayern Munich, but they consider the Premier League a top priority as well.
- Brighton has lost four of their last six games.
- Arsenal drew 0-0 against Manchester City after securing four consecutive victories.
- Arsenal currently occupies the second position in the table, while Brighton sits in ninth place.
- In the first leg, Arsenal emerged victorious with a 2-0 win.
Manchester United vs Liverpool | Premier League
06/04/2024 15:30
Prediction: 1-2
Manchester United experienced a rollercoaster of emotions in their recent match against Chelsea, going from a two-goal deficit to taking the lead, only to concede twice beyond the 99th minute and lose in a dramatic seven-goal thriller. This defeat, occurring at such a late stage of the match, could have a significant impact on morale as bitter rivals Liverpool prepare to visit Old Trafford for the second time in a month.
Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, might see a repeat of their famous FA Cup clash with Liverpool in March as an opportunity to turn things around, especially with his job being uncertain. Currently, United finds themselves 11 points adrift of the top four, and their defensive struggles are evident, with the team conceding more shots in 2024 than any other side in Europe’s traditional top-five leagues.
On the other hand, Liverpool is in a much more stable position, reclaiming the Premier League summit with a 3-1 victory over Sheffield United. However, their trip to Old Trafford presents a tough challenge, considering their recent record at the venue. While Liverpool has only won two of their last 12 visits to Old Trafford, they remain confident, especially given their impressive away record in the league this season and their ability to rescue points from losing positions.
For Liverpool, anything less than a win against Manchester United could be harmful to their aspirations of securing a treble in Jürgen Klopp’s final season as manager. Despite their defeat against United last month, Liverpool remains a formidable force, with only two teams managing to defeat them on their league travels this season.
