EPL Week 16 Expert Tips & Predictions

Christmas is on the horizon which means only one thing, the Premier League schedule is set to intensify once again.

Arsenal gave their title rivals hope with a last gasp defeat at Aston Villa last time out, with the Villains and Manchester City now firmly in the hunt in behind the Gunners.

The Mohamed Salah saga continues to rumble on at Liverpool, with the reds under the pump in the Premier League, while fellow giants Chelsea are also battling serious inconsistency under Enzo Maresca.

Wolves are on track to endure one of the worst Premier League seasons of all time, while the outlook doesn’t look much brighter for Burnley currently either.

This should be another cracking weekend of fixtures, with some huge fixtures on the card.

Here are our Premier League tips for the next round of fixtures:

EPL Week 16 Predictions

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Chelsea ($1.67)

Everton ($5.50)

Draw ($4.00)

It has been a tricky couple of weeks for Chelsea and things don’t look to be getting any easier here, as the blues take on Everton this weekend. Winless in their last three games in all competitions, Chelsea will be eager to get back on track here in front of their home fans. Everton meanwhile continue to upset the established order under David Moyes, and they will be looking for another scalp in this one. This should be a good game, with Chelsea perhaps most likely to come out on top.

Chelsea to win 2-1

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Liverpool ($1.70)

Brighton ($4.75)

Draw ($4.25)

It has been another awkward week for Liverpool and manager Arne Slot, and this is a tricky looking test here at home to Brighton. The reds have struggled in the Premier League, but their gritty Champions League win at Inter Milan in midweek should give them some confidence. Brighton meanwhile remain one of the more unpredictable sides in the league, but they are capable of beating anybody on their day. This should bring goals, with Liverpool probably having enough in the tank to come out on top.

Liverpool to win 2-1

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Burnley ($4.00)

Fulham ($2.00)

Draw ($3.50)

Burnley continue to battle away at the base of the Premier League table, and they will be chasing important points here at home to Fulham. The Clarets are generally strong at home, but results have begun to elude Scott Parker’s side of late. Fulham meanwhile continue to entertain under Marco Silva, without necessarily picking up the results and they will see this as must win. Calling this one is tough but Fulham perhaps should pull through.

Fulham to win 2-1

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Arsenal ($1.14)

Wolves ($29.00)

Draw ($9.00)

Top takes on bottom at the Emirates Stadium, as Arsenal take on Wolves. The Gunners are flying at the moment, with last week’s loss to Aston Villa their only bump in the road. Wolves meanwhile are struggling under new manager Rob Edwards, and this feels like the toughest test they could have asked for on paper. All eyes are on Arsenal here and this should be a walk in the park for Mikel Arteta’s men.

Arsenal to win 3-0

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Crystal Palace ($4.20)

Manchester City ($1.85)

Draw ($3.90)

Crystal Palace will be looking to keep their top four push going here, as they take on Manchester City. The Eagles have been one of the stories of the season so far and they continue to balance European and domestic commitments expertly. Manchester City meanwhile should be full of beans after beating Real Madrid in midweek, but they have found life on the road tough in the Premier League this season. This one could be a classic, with Palace primed for another famous win.

Crystal Palace to win 2-1

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Nottingham Forest ($2.55)

Tottenham ($2.88)

Draw ($3.35)

Two sides who could do with a win meet here, as Nottingham Forest take on Tottenham at the City Ground. Forest have been searching for form under Sean Dyche, with inconsistency continuing to be an issue for the Tricky Trees. Tottenham meanwhile have enjoyed a mini revival of sorts under Thomas Frank this week and should be ready to go here. Neither side is easy to back at the moment though and this one could be a draw.

1-1 Draw

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West Ham United ($3.85)

Aston Villa ($2.05)

Draw ($3.65)

High flying Aston Villa visit West Ham, in what should be a very good one in East London. The Hammers have been steadily improving under Nuno Espirito Santo, and this feels like a chance for them to make a statement at home. Villa meanwhile are fighting in both the Europa League and the Premier League, and they will be eager to keep picking up points. This will be a tight one, with Villa perhaps best placed to come out on top.

Aston Villa to win 2-1

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Sunderland ($3.45)

Newcastle United ($2.30)

Draw ($3.45)

The North East derby promises to bring plenty of thrills and spills this weekend, as Sunderland host Newcastle. The Black Cats were undone by Manchester City last weekend but have impressed this season in the Premier League. Toon meanwhile are flying under Eddie Howe and how they would love a derby day win here. This should be fiery, and it will suit Newcastle down to the ground, who look well placed to come out on top.

Newcastle United to win 3-1

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Brentford ($2.00)

Leeds United ($4.00)

Draw ($3.70)

Results have begun to improve for Leeds United, but they have tricky looking trip to Brentford on the agenda next. The Bees are battling away under Keith Andrews and their recent performances at home have been very positive. Leeds meanwhile are also starting to pick up results under Daniel Farke, and they will have a plan to keep things tight here against Brentford. This one feels cagey on paper, with Brentford perhaps able to pick up all three points.

Brentford to win 2-1

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Manchester United ($1.80)

Bournemouth ($4.50)

Draw ($4.00)

There is an increased sense of optimism around Manchester United at the moment, and they will be looking to keep it going here against Bournemouth. The Red Devils have climbed up into sixth place in the Premier League, and a European football push feels within reach. Visitors Bournemouth meanwhile have hit a bit of a wall in recent weeks, and they could find this tough at Old Trafford, with United starting to show signs of belief.

Manchester United to win 2-1

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EPL Week 16 bet

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We’re backing four results this week as an accumulator with a betting stake of $50:

Liverpool vs Brighton – Liverpool
Sunderland vs Newcastle United – Newcastle United
Manchester United vs Bournemouth – Manchester United
Arsenal vs Wolves – Arsenal