The international break has come to an end, and we are now in the final stretch of the domestic season. Get ready for some mouth-watering Premier League clashes with our match previews!
All eyes will be on the Etihad on Saturday. City will resume their Premier League chase, and they have the proper form to boost their aspirations. The Citizens have won their last 6 games in all competitions, scoring 13 goals in their previous 2 games against Burnley and Leipzig. Although they`ve lost twice to Liverpool this season, looking at their home record City has lost just 1 of their last 13 top-flight clashes with Liverpool on home soil.
The Reds put on a monumental 7-0 victory against United, but failed to sustain the momentum, and went on to lose 1-0 to both Bournemouth and Real Madrid before the international break. The Reds` away form has been woeful, considering their standards, as they`ve only collected 12 points from 13 EPL games away from home this season, having lost 6 of those. This match-up always delivers a goal-packed show, considering just 1 of their last 7 games ended under 2.5 goals, therefore, we expect over 2.5 goals and Manchester City to win.
Arsenal holds an 8-point lead in the title race as they return from the international break. After crashing out of the Europa League, the Gunners crushed Crystal Palace in a 4-1 victory, as they shift all focus to the EPL trophy. Arteta will be in search of his 7 consecutive Premier League victory on Saturday and is likely to do so against a relegation-battling team. Considering Arsenal has scored at least 3 goals in 4 consecutive EPL fixtures, we expect them to come out guns blazing.
With just 2 points away from the drop zone, Leeds is up for a daunting challenge. Gracia`s outfit recorded a 4-2 win at the Molineux before the break, but unfortunately, it was their first away win in the top-flight since October. Their history against Arsenal does them no favors either, as they`ve failed to overcome the Gunners in their last 12 meetings. Therefore, we expect Arsenal to win on Saturday afternoon, and considering their blistering form, over 2.5 goals in the game.
Newcastle vs Manchester United
The pressure is rising for Man United as they are just 3 points away from exiting the Top 4. United goes into the game on the back of a 3-1 FA Cup victory against Fulham and a 4-game unbeaten run. They`ve got the best of Newcastle this season in the Carabao Cup final with a 2-0 win, but their reverse fixture at Old Trafford ended in a 0-0 draw. This time, they are not the favorites. Their record at St. James` Park is not the best – having won just 2 of their last 5 visits, so they are certainly in for a challenging afternoon.
Newcastle returned to winning ways, having won 2 consecutive top-flight games, 2-1 against both Nottingham and Wolves. They now have the chance to potentially return to the Top 4 but are yet to prove themselves against United this season. Their home record has been impressive this season, as they`ve lost just 1 of their 13 home games in the Premier League. Considering United`s shaky form on the road in the EPL, we expect this match to be a close one. We expect both teams to score and over 2.5 goals in the game.