Predictions 20.05-22.05.2023

Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal | Premier League

20/05/2023 17:30

Prediction: 1-2

The anticipation is high as we approach the 37th matchday of the Premier League, scheduled to take place at The City Ground in Nottingham on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at 18:30. Nottingham Forest and Arsenal are set to face each other in what promises to be an intriguing clash. 

Nottingham Forest, in their quest for mathematical salvation, still require crucial points. In their recent away match against Chelsea, they secured an important 2-2 draw, earning a valuable point. However, their main concern lies in the availability of their players, as their squad currently has at least 8 individuals listed as injured.

On the other side, Arsenal finds themselves trailing Manchester City by a margin of four points in the race for the championship. The title hopes for Mikel Arteta’s team are fading, especially considering that Manchester City still has a game in hand. The draw against Brighton in the previous round, where Arsenal suffered a 0-3 defeat, may have dampened their spirits.

As the match approaches, the excitement and interest surrounding this encounter continue to build. Both Nottingham Forest and Arsenal will be aiming for a positive outcome, making the game a captivating spectacle for football enthusiasts.

• Nottingham Forest have not kept a clean sheet in their last 15 games.
• There have been 3 or more goals scored in each of the last 5 Nottingham Forest games.
• There have been 11 Over 2.5s in Arsenal’s last 12 league games.
• Nottingham Forest have conceded at least 2 goals in 7 of their last 8 league games.

Bayern Munich vs RB Leipzig | Bundesliga

20/05/2023 17:30

Prediction: 2-1

An intense and captivating match awaits at the Allianz Arena in Munich as Bayern Munich takes on RB Leipzig on the thirty-third matchday of the Bundesliga. With Borussia Dortmund trailing by just one point, securing a victory is crucial for Bayern as they aim to secure their eleventh consecutive league title. Meanwhile, Leipzig, currently in third place, also recognizes the significance of this match, although they maintain a four-point cushion over fifth-placed teams. Even in the event of a defeat and simultaneous victories for Union Berlin and Wolfsburg, Leipzig’s qualification for the Champions League would remain within reach.

Bayern Munich has shown resilience and determination to secure the necessary wins, particularly evident in their recent 6-0 triumph over Schalke. They have maintained an unbeaten record at home in the league, although they have been held to five draws. On the other hand, Leipzig is in equally good form, having secured victories in their last four matches, propelling them to third place. However, it is worth noting that Leipzig’s away performances have been slightly less impressive, with only six victories in sixteen games.

• Bayern have won their last three games, one of them 6-0.
• Leipzig has won the last four.
• Leipzig is in third place at +4 on fifth.
• Bayern scored 89 goals in 32 matches, 52 of which were at home.

Manchester City vs Chelsea | Premier League

21/05/2023 16:00

Prediction: 2-1

Following their resounding 4-0 triumph over Real Madrid in the second leg, Manchester City find themselves on the verge of potentially securing both a place in the Champions League final and the Premier League title. At the time of writing, City sit 4 points clear of Arsenal with a game in hand. If Arsenal were to lose or draw against Nottingham Forest, City would automatically be crowned champions due to their superior head-to-head record.

Chelsea, who had previously faced relegation this season, was able to achieve their mid-table goal and played Nottingham Forest to a 2-2 draw in their most recent game. Manchester City enters the clash with high spirits following their impressive 4-0 victory over Real Madrid and the opportunity to clinch the title in front of their home fans. They have also won their last 11 consecutive league games. Chelsea, on the other hand, ended their run of 6 consecutive defeats with a victory and a draw in their most recent Premier League outings.

The stage is set for an intriguing encounter as Manchester City looks to celebrate a potential title win while Chelsea aims to disrupt their plans.

• Manchester City have won their last 11 league games.
• Manchester City have won their last 5 direct matches against Chelsea.
• In the last 5 direct matches against Chelsea, Manchester City have never conceded a goal.
• There have been 8 over 2.5 in Manchester City’s last 8 league games.
• Manchester City have scored at least 2 goals in their last 8 consecutive league games.

Napoli vs Inter Milan | Serie A

21/05/2023 17:00

Prediction: 0-0

The Napoli-Inter match will be the standout fixture of the 36th round of Serie A 2022-2023, taking place at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium on Sunday, May 21, 2023. While Napoli, led by Luciano Spalletti, are enjoying their recently secured Scudetto without any worries, Inter are basking in their Champions League final triumph but still have a demanding schedule ahead. They are in a race for a Champions League spot in the league, preparing for the Coppa Italia final, and, of course, focusing on the upcoming Champions League final.

Napoli’s mental fatigue and eagerness to begin their vacation with the Scudetto firmly in hand were evident in their recent 2-0 defeat to Monza, which halted their run of three wins and three draws. On the other hand, Inter, under the guidance of Simone Inzaghi, are currently the most in-form team in Serie A, having secured eight consecutive victories in the league and cups.

The clash between Napoli and Inter promises to be an intriguing battle between a mentally fatigued but triumphant Napoli side and an in-form Inter team.

• Inter have won their last 8 consecutive league and cup matches.
• In 5 of the last 8 games played, Inter took the lead in the 1st half and then won the match.
• Inter are unbeaten in 7 games against Napoli, with 4 wins and 3 draws.
• The last 3 matches between Napoli and Inter at Diego Armando Maradona have always ended 1-1.
• In the last 5 games between Napoli and Inter at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, both teams have scored.