Upcoming 2024-2025 Premier League Matchday 36 Fixtures, Start Times, and Forecasts
The 2024-2025 Premier League season is about to reach its electrifying climax, with matchday 36 setting the stage for an exhilarating weekend of battles that could shift the narrative of this thrilling campaign. Here's a lowdown on the crucial battles that await.
Tee Off on Saturday
Reigning champions Manchester City must steer clear of stumbles as they visit relegated Southampton on Saturday. The Saints may put up a fight at St Mary's, but a 3-1 victory for City seems likely.
Meanwhile, Fulham and Everton will lock horns in a contest that could shake the lower half of the table. Despite Everton's inconsistencies and dearth of goals, Fulham, with their home advantage, are expected to edge it 2-1.
In another intriguing mid-table tussle, Wolves host Brighton at Molineux. It's anyone's game, but a 1-1 draw feels plausible, considering the teams' evenly matched strengths.
Ipswich Town, on the ropes, square off against Brentford. While the home side has shown glimpses of promise, Brentford's Premier League experience and sharp attack could prove decisive, leading to a 2-0 away win.
The day wraps up with Bournemouth facing Aston Villa. Unai Emery's Villa is chasing Champions League spots, and they should have enough to edge past a resilient Bournemouth 2-1.
The Sunday Standoffs
Sunday promises a veritable feast of football, starting with a blockbuster clash between Liverpool and Arsenal. With Liverpool already lucky Champions, the encounter is poised to be raucous, with a 2-2 draw as a fitting prediction given the attacking strengths and defensive flaws of both sides.
Later in the day, Newcastle United face Chelsea in a potential shootout at St. James' Park. Newcastle's scintillating home form might just be too much for a Chelsea side still searching for consistency. The scoreline: 3-2 for Newcastle.
Manchester United take on West Ham in a game that carries relegation implications. With United's imperative need to secure a Premier League spot, they look set to record a slim 2-1 victory.
Nottingham Forest and Leicester City, two inconsistent sides, clash in a Midlands derby. The plausible result: a cagey 1-1 draw that embodies the stakes.
Tottenham Hotspur aim to bounce back and tighten their league grip against Crystal Palace. Home advantage, coupled with Ange Postecoglou's men's stellar form, could see them secure a 3-1 win.
Matchday 36 Fixtures and Kick-off Times
Saturday, May 10
Southampton vs Manchester City - 3 p.m.Fulham vs Everton - 3 p.m.Wolves vs Brighton - 3 p.m.Ipswich Town vs Brentford - 3 p.m.Bournemouth vs Aston Villa - 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 11
Newcastle United vs Chelsea - 12 p.m.Manchester United vs West Ham - 2:15 p.m.Nottingham Forest vs Leicester City - 2:15 p.m.Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace - 2:15 p.m.Liverpool vs Arsenal - 4:30 p.m.
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Sources:[1] KickForm Football Formula[2] Pinnacle[3] Other betting resources sites[4] SportsStats' tactical and player insights[5] Premier League's official website
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