Get ready for an action-packed Gameweek 5 in the Premier League! This weekend's fixtures promise thrilling encounters and intriguing storylines. From Wolves facing Liverpool to Everton taking on Arsenal, there's plenty to look forward to. Wolves, fresh from a high-scoring thriller against Crystal Palace, faces challenges with injuries, while Liverpool deals with suspensions and doubts due to injuries. Aston Villa and Crystal Palace lock horns in a closely matched battle, Fulham and Luton Town clash for the first time in the Premier League, and Manchester United takes on Brighton in a tactical showdown. Tottenham looks for their fourth consecutive win against Sheffield United, and West Ham challenges Manchester City's possession-based game. Newcastle hopes to bounce back against Brentford, while Chelsea seeks to improve their finishing. Finally, Nottingham Forest aims to build on their victory over Chelsea as they face Burnley to close out the weekend. Stay tuned for exciting football action!
Wolves vs Liverpool
16/09/23 – 21:30 – Molineux Stadium
In the upcoming Premier League showdown between Wolves and Liverpool, the odds favour Liverpool, but the match promises to be an intriguing contest. Wolves, fresh from a high-scoring thriller against Crystal Palace, faces challenges with Hodge's injury, a key absence in their line-up. On the other hand, Liverpool, who secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Aston Villa, will be without the services of the suspended Virgil van Dijk and the injured Konate. Moreover, Thiago and Alexander-Arnold are doubtful due to injuries, adding an element of uncertainty to Liverpool's starting eleven. With these factors in play, the match at Molineux Stadium holds the potential for surprises and captivating football action.
| Bookmaker | Tip | Odds |
 | O2.5 Goals | $1.45 |
 | Liverpool ML | $1.37 |
 | Liverpool -1 | $2.05 |
Predicted Lineups
Wolves - Sá (GK), Dawson, Semedo, Kilman, Aït-Nouri, Sarabia, Lemina, Gomes, Neto, Cunha & Silva
Liverpool - Alisson (GK), Matip, Robertson, Gomez, Alexander-Arnold, Jones, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Salah, Díaz & Núñez
Aston Villa vs Crystal Palace
17/09/23 – 00:00 – Villa Park
The upcoming clash at Villa Park between Aston Villa and Crystal Palace promises an exciting contest, with both teams historically evenly matched. Aston Villa boasts a tactical edge in their wing play, creating goal-scoring opportunities and precise crosses. They also display proficiency in creating chances through combination play but face challenges defending set pieces and through ball attacks.
Crystal Palace excels in winning possession through interceptions and tackles, capitalizing on quick transitions and well-timed passes. Their strength lies in aerial duels, both offensively and defensively, but they struggle with finishing chances and avoiding fouls in dangerous areas.
Expect a competitive match where Crystal Palace aims to disrupt Aston Villa's build-up play, while Aston Villa may exploit their wing play to stretch Palace's defence. The result hinges on execution and individual performances.
| Bookmaker | Tip | Odds |
| U2.5 Goals in Match | $1.90 |
| Aston Villa ML | $1.88 |
| BTTS - NO | $2.00 |
Predicted Lineups
Aston Villa - Martinez; Digne, Konsa, Torres; Cash, Bailey, Kamara, Luiz; McGinn, Diaby; Watkins
Crystal Palace - Johnstone, Ward, Anderson, Guehi, Mitchell, Eze, Doucouré, Lerma, Ayew, Edouard & Schlupp
Fulham vs Luton
17/09/23 – 00:00 – Craven Cottage
Fulham and Luton Town are set to clash for the first time in the Premier League as they meet at Craven Cottage this Saturday. Despite being early in the season, their recent performances provide some insights. Fulham began strongly with a win against Everton but faced defeats to Brentford and Manchester City. Luton, on the other hand, showed promise despite losses to Brighton and West Ham, with their sole victory coming against Gillingham in the EFL Cup. Currently, Fulham is in 13th place, while Luton sits at 19th. With both teams aiming for more points, the encounter promises to be competitive.
In their previous encounters across various competitions, Fulham has won 22 times, while Luton secured 16 victories, making it a closely contested rivalry. When looking at their record at Craven Cottage, Fulham has a commanding 66.6%-win rate. However, Luton has excelled at Kenilworth Road, boasting a 56.5%-win rate. Over the years, Fulham has scored 85 goals against Luton, while Luton has netted 66 times. The most recent fixture in the 2021/22 Championship season saw Fulham claim a resounding 7-0 victory at home. The upcoming Premier League clash is eagerly anticipated and could bring more excitement to their historic rivalry.
| Bookmaker | Tip | Odds |
| BTTS | $1.85 |
| Fulham & O2.5 Goals in Match | $2.37 |
| O2.5 Goals in Match | $1.80 |
Predicted Lineups
Fulham -Leno, Robinson, Ream, Diop, Tete, Palhinha, Cairney, Willian, Pereira, Wilson & Jimene
Luton - Kaminski; Giles, Andersen, Lockyer, Andersen; Kabore, Mpanzu; Nakamba, Barkley, Jaidon Morris; Adebayo.
Man United vs Brighton
17/09/23 – 00:00 – Old Trafford
An exciting showdown is set to unfold as Manchester United takes on Brighton & Hove Albion. This matchup holds the promise of intrigue and significance, with both teams bringing their unique strengths and weaknesses to the field. Brighton & Hove Albion's tactical approach focuses on creating goal-scoring opportunities through long shots and individual skills, while Manchester United boasts a remarkable ability to stage comebacks, control possession, and generate scoring chances. Despite their strengths, both teams face challenges, such as defending against long shots and skilful opponents. The clash is expected to be a tactical battle, with Manchester United's resilience and Brighton's set-piece prowess among the key factors to watch. In addition, both teams have injury concerns that may influence their strategies, adding further unpredictability to the encounter. Football fans can anticipate an intriguing and closely contested match.
| Bookmaker | Tip | Odds |
| BTTS | $1.40 |
| Man United ML | $2.11 |
| 2.5 Goals | $1.44 |
Predicted Lineups
Man United - Onana; Wan Bissaka, Martinez, Lindelof; Dalot, Casemiro, Eriksen, Fernandes; Rashford, Hojlund, Pellistri
Brighton – Steele, Webster, Dunk, Estupiñán, Milner, Groß, March, Gilmour, Mitoma, Welbeck & Encis
Tottenham vs Sheffield United
17/09/23 – 00:00 – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Tottenham is gearing up to face Sheffield United in a Premier League clash, aiming for their fourth consecutive win under Ange Postecoglou's management. Despite the departure of Harry Kane, Tottenham has undergone a remarkable transformation, currently sitting second in the league standings. Sheffield United, on the other hand, has struggled with just one point from their first four games.
Tottenham's Cristian Romero has recovered from an injury scare during the international break, while Giovani Lo Celso remains sidelined with a thigh injury. Sheffield United hopes to have Rhian Brewster available, but he's unlikely to start. The Blades' defensive lineup will also depend on assessments of Rhys Norrington-Davies, Yasser Larouci, and John Egan.
| Bookmaker | Tip | Odds |
| Tottenham ML | $1.25 |
| Tottenham -1.5 | $1.71 |
| O3.5 Goals | $2.20 |
Predicted Lineups
Tottenham - Vicario, Udogie, Van de Ven, Romero, Porro, Bissouma, Sarr, Solomon, Maddison, Kulusevski, Son
Sheffield United - Foderingham, Robinson, Egan, Ahmedhodzic, Larouci, Hamer, Norwood, Souza, Baldock, Archer, McBurnie
West Ham vs Man City
17/09/23 – 00:00 – Olympic Stadium
In an upcoming Premier League clash, Manchester City is set to face West Ham United in Game week 5, promising an exciting tactical battle. Manchester City is known for its clinical finishing, solid set-piece defence, and a possession-based game with short passes, while West Ham excels in counterattacks, individual skills, through balls, aerial prowess, and a willingness to take shots.
Key aspects to watch in this match include the battle between possession and counterattacks, the role of set pieces, the use of long shots and long balls, and West Ham's aggressiveness in disrupting City's possession. Fans can anticipate an exciting game with an intriguing balance between possession and counterattacks, and the outcome may depend on which team capitalizes on its strengths and addresses its weaknesses.
In terms of injuries, Manchester City will be without Zack Steffen, Kevin De Bruyne, and potentially John Stones, while Jack Grealish is dealing with a muscle injury. West Ham has no reported injuries at the moment.
| Bookmaker | Tip | Odds |
| Man City ML | $1.45 |
| O2.5 Goals in Match | $1.57 |
| BTTS | $1.70 |
Predicted Lineups
West Ham - Areola; Coufal, Zouma, Aguerd, Emerson; Ward-Prowse, Alvarez; Bowen, Paqueta, Benrahma; Antonio.
Manchester City - Ederson; Walker, Dias, Akanji, Ake; Rodri, Kovacic; Bernardo, Foden, Grealish; Haaland
Newcastle vs Brentford
17/09/23 – 02:30 – St. James Park
In the upcoming Premier League match between Newcastle United and Brentford at St. James’ Park, a closely contested game is anticipated. Despite Newcastle's recent struggles, they have a strong team and the home advantage.
Newcastle United, after a strong season last year, currently sits in 14th place in the Premier League. Their performance has been inconsistent, with a win against Aston Villa but losses to top teams like Manchester City and Liverpool.
On the other hand, Brentford has started the season well, currently sitting in 8th place. They've had good results, including a draw against Tottenham and a win against Fulham.
While Brentford is in better form, the prediction leans towards Newcastle due to their stronger squad and home advantage. However, in football, surprises are always possible.
| Bookmaker | Tip | Odds |
| BTTS | $1.70 |
| O2.5 Goals in Match | $1.64 |
| Newcastle ML & BTTS | $3.10 |
Predicted Lineups
Newcastle - Pope; Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn; Tonali, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Almiron, Isak, Gordon
Brentford – Flekken, Hickey, Pinnock, Mee, Henry, Jensen, Norgaard, Janelt, Mbuemo, Wissa, Schade
Bournemouth vs Chelsea
17/09/23 – 23:00 – Vitality Stadium
Chelsea has had a disappointing start to the season, characterized by a significant amount of possession but a lack of effectiveness in converting it into goals. In the Premier League this season, they have averaged 70.8% possession, the highest in the league. Despite dominating the ball, Chelsea has struggled to create clear goal-scoring opportunities.
A glaring example of their struggles was seen in their match against Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge, where Chelsea had 77% possession and attempted 713 passes compared to Forest's 230. However, they failed to capitalize on their possession advantage and allowed Forest to secure a lead, which they defended successfully for the entire second half.
The most concerning aspect of Chelsea's performance has been their inefficiency in front of goal. Out of 21 attempts, they managed only two shots on target. This lack of clinical finishing and clear-cut chances has raised concerns for Chelsea fans and management alike.
| Bookmaker | Tip | Odds |
| BTTS | $1.60 |
| Chelsea ML | $1,70 |
| Chelsea ML & BTTS | $3.20 |
Predicted Lineups
Bournemouth - Neto; Max Aarons, Marcos Senesi, Illya Zabarnyi, Milos Kerkez; Philip Billing, Joe Rothwell; Antonie Semenyo, Dango Ouattara, Jaidon Anthony; Dominic Solanke.
Chelsea - Sanchez; Gusto, Disasi, Silva, Colwill; Caicedo, Gallagher, Enzo; Sterling, Chilwell, Jackson
Everton vs Arsena
18/09/23 – 01:30 – Goodison Park
The upcoming Premier League match between Everton and Arsenal at Goodison Park promises to be an electrifying showdown. There is a notable difference in form and league position between the two teams, adding intrigue to the encounter.
Everton's recent form has been inconsistent, with a loss to Wolverhampton, a win against Doncaster, and a draw with Sheffield United. Their home record in the last six Premier League matches at Goodison Park shows just one win, five losses, and zero draws. They have scored three goals and conceded 12 during this period.
Arsenal, on the other hand, has shown resilience with a victory over Crystal Palace, a draw against Fulham, and a notable triumph over Manchester United in their recent three matches. In their last six away matches in the Premier League, Arsenal has secured two wins, two draws, and two defeats, scoring eight goals and conceding nine.
| Bookmaker | Tip | Odds |
| BTTS - NO | $2.02 |
| Arsenal ML | $1.48 |
| U2.5 Goals in Match | $2.20 |
Predicted Lineups
Everton - Pickford; Patterson, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Young; Garner, Gueye, Onana; Danjuma, Doucoure, Beto
Arsenal - Ramsdale; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Partey, Rice, Odegaard; Saka, Nketiah, Martinelli
Nottingham Forest vs Burnley
19/09/23 – 04:45 – City Ground
Monday's football match features Nottingham Forest and Burnley, closing out day 5 of the new Premier League campaign. Nottingham Forest enters the game with confidence after a hard-fought 1-0 win over Chelsea, and they aim to continue their winning streak against Burnley. Forward Anthony Elanga, who scored the winner against Chelsea, is eager for a starting role. However, injuries keep George Shelvey and Giulian Biancone sidelined.
On the other hand, Burnley struggled defensively in a 5-2 loss to Tottenham. This vulnerability in defense could be a key factor in favor of Nottingham Forest. Anass Zaroury returns from suspension for Burnley, while Hjalmar Ekdal and Darko Churlinov remain in the recovery room. The positive news for Burnley is that experienced midfielder Aaron Ramsey is back from injury.
| Bookmaker | Tip | Odds |
| U2.5 Goals in Match | $1.90 |
| Nottingham Forest ML | $2.13 |
| 1-0 Nottingham Forest | $9.00 |
Predicted Lineups
Nottingham Forest – Turner, McKenna, Niakhate, Felipe, Elanga, Danilo, Freuler, Williams, Gibbs-White, Awoniyi, Johnson
Burnley - Trafford, Taylor, Ekdal, Beyer, Al-Dakhil, Roberts, Berge, Cork, Berge, Gudmundsson, Amdouni
