EPL Week 22 Preview: Stats, Insights & Everything You Need To Know
January 11, 2019
We’re now through the festive calendar of 40 games in 14 days and the Premier League is really heating up. We’ve got everything you need to pick a winner or just find out what your teams chances are.
WEST HAM VS ARSENAL – SATURDAY 12 JANUARY, 12:30PM , LONDON STADIUM
West Ham
- Last 5 Matches:
WLWLD - Ladder Position: 10th
- Goal Difference: -3 (GF 29, GA 32)
Arsenal
- Last 5 Matches: LWDLW
- Ladder Position: 5th
- Goal Difference: +15 (GF 46, GA 31)
A London Derby launches Week 22 and neither West Ham, nor Arsenal
Did you know?
Arsenal
Betting Insights:
- The ‘Over 2.5 Goals’ market has hit in each of Arsenal’s last six EPL day matches as an away
favourite . - The ‘Both Teams to Score’ market has hit in each of Arsenal’s last 10 EPL away matches.
- Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has scored at least one goal in each of Arsenal’s last three EPL matches as a favourite.
Our Tip: Arsenal
BRIGHTON AND HOVE ALBION VS LIVERPOOL – SUNDAY 13 JANUARY, 3:00PM, AMEX STADIUM
Brighton
- Last 5 Matches: LLDWD
- Ladder Position: 13th
- Goal Difference: -5 (GF 24, GA 29)
Liverpool
- Last 5 Matches: WWWWL
- Ladder Position: 1st
- Goal Difference: +39 (GF 49, GA 10)
Liverpool
Did you know?
Mohamed Salah has scored twice and assisted two more goals in his three PL appearances against Brighton.
Betting Insights:
- The ‘Over 2.5 Goals’ market has hit in seven of Liverpool’s last eight EPL day matches as an away
favourite . - Liverpool has won five of its last six EPL day matches to nil.
- Mohamed Salah has scored six goals in Liverpool’s last five EPL matches as a
favourite .
Our Tip: Liverpool -1.0
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BURNLEY VS FULHAM – SUNDAY 13 JANUARY, 3:00PM , TURF MOOR
Burnley
- Last 5 Matches: LLLWW
- Ladder Position: 16th
- Goal Difference: -21 (GF 21, GA 42)
Fulham
- Last 5 Matches: LDDWL
- Ladder Position: 19th
- Goal Difference: -28 (GF 19, GA 47)
Together in the relegation battle, Burnley and Fulham will be absolutely desperate to gain three points when they face off at Turf Moor on Saturday afternoon. Although Fulham won the reverse fixture between these teams 4-2 at Craven Cottage, it will be the Clarets who enter this contest ahead on the standings – three spots better off in 16th.
Did You Know?
Burnley
Betting Insights:
- Fulham has lost eight of its last nine EPL away matches.
- The ‘Over 2.5 Goals’ market has hit in each of the last four league matches between Burnley and Fulham.
- Aboubakar Kamara has scored a goal in two of Fulham’s last three EPL away matches.
Our Tip: Burnley
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CARDIFF VS HUDDERSFIELD TOWN – SUNDAY 13 JANUARY, 2:00AM , CARDIFF CITY STADIUM
Cardiff
- Last 5 Matches: LLDWL
- Ladder Position: 17th
- Goal Difference: -22 (GF 19, GA 41)
Huddersfield
- Last 5 Matches: LLLLL
- Ladder Position: 20th
- Goal Difference: -24 (GF 13, GA 37)
Cardiff City are aiming to return to winning ways after back-to-back defeats in all competitions, while Huddersfield Town are seeking to avoid a ninth successive Premier League loss.
Did You Know?
Neil Warnock’s Bluebirds have scored 68
Betting Insights:
- Cardiff has won each of its last five league home matches against Huddersfield.
- The ‘Under 1.5 Goals’ market has hit in four of Cardiff’s last five EPL day matches.
- The ‘Both Teams to Score’ market has failed to hit in four of Cardiff’s last five EPL day matches.
Our Tip: Cardiff
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CRYSTAL PALACE VS WATFORD – SUNDAY 13 JANUARY, 3:00PM , SELHURST PARK
Palace
- Last 5 Matches: WWDLW
- Ladder Position: 14th
- Goal Difference: -7 (GF 19, GA 26)
Watford
- Last 5 Matches: WWLDD
- Ladder Position: 8th
- Goal Difference: -1 (GF 30, GA 31)
Palace has been in some good form over the past few weeks, picking up seven points from their Premier League commitments over Christmas and progressing in the FA Cup. Watford has been pushing along as well with five points over Christmas and a Cup win as well. This fixture favoured Palace as of late however the Hornets did win the reverse fixture in August, their first one in almost three years.
Did You Know?
Roy Hodgson’s side have won three of their five PL matches this season with Vicente Guaita in goal, conceding 0.6 goals per fixture. They won three of 16 with Wayne Hennessey, shipping 1.4 goals per match.
Betting Insights:
- The home team has won three of the last four EPL matches between Crystal Palace and Watford.
- The ‘Under 2.5 Goals’ market has hit in each of Crystal Palace’s last seven EPL day matches as a
favourite . - The ‘Both Teams to Score’ market has failed to hit in each of Crystal Palace’s last seven EPL matches as a home favourite.
Our Tip: Crystal Palace
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LEICESTER CITY VS SOUTHAMPTON – SUNDAY 13 JANUARY, 3:00PM, KING POWER STADIUM
Leicester
- Last 5 Matches: LWWLW
- Ladder Position: 7th
- Goal Difference: +2 (GF 25, GA 23)
Southampton
- Last 5 Matches: WWLLD
- Ladder Position: 18th
- Goal Difference: -17 (GF 21, GA 38)
The Eagles’ 2-0 victory at the Molineux moved them six points clear of the relegation zone while also marking 10 points gained from their last five EPL matches. Watford has been similarly strong recently, losing just one of its last six league outings, including a thrilling 3-3 result at Bournemouth during Week 21.
Did You Know?
Southampton
Betting Insights:
- The ‘Under 2.5 Goals’ market has hit in each of Leicester’s last six EPL matches as a
favourite . - Leicester has kept a clean sheet in each of its last four EPL home matches against Southampton.
- The ‘Both Teams to Score’ market has failed to hit in five of Leicester’s last six EPL matches.
Our Tip: Leicester
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CHELSEA VS NEWCASTLE – SUNDAY 13 JANUARY, 5:30PM, STAMFORD BRIDGE
Chelsea
- Last 5 Matches: WLWWD
- Ladder Position: 4th
- Goal Difference: +22 (GF 38, GA 16)
Newcastle
- Last 5 Matches: WDLDL
- Ladder Position: 15th
- Goal Difference: -14 (GF 15, GA 29)
Winless in four, Newcastle would love to break out of that streak this weekend… Unfortunately, the fixture list has them facing Chelsea. The Blues deployed a
Did You Know?
Maurizio Sarri’s Blues have failed to score in their last two PL home matches but have not gone three without a goal in the top flight since November 1993 under Glenn Hoddle.
Betting Insights:
- Chelsea has won each of its last five EPL matches against Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge.
- The ‘Under 2.5 Goals’ market has hit in each of Chelsea’s last five EPL home matches.
- Eden Hazard has scored three goals in Chelsea’s last three EPL matches against Newcastle.
Our Tip: Chelsea -1.0
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EVERTON VS BOURNEMOUTH – MONDAY 14 JANUARY, 2:15PM, GOODISON PARK
Everton
- Last 5 Matches: LLWLL
- Ladder Position: 11th
- Goal Difference: 0 (GF 31, GA 31)
Bournemouth
- Last 5 Matches: LWLLD
- Ladder Position: 12th
- Goal Difference: -9 (GF 31, GA 40)
Everton are hoping to avoid a third successive Premier League defeat as they host AFC Bournemouth, who are only behind them on goal difference and are targeting a first win in four top-flight outings.
Did You Know?
The Toffees are aiming to improve their record in PL fixtures played on a Sunday, having won just two of their last 19 and lost five out of seven this season.
Betting Insights:
- Both teams average 1.5 goals for per game.
- Clashes at Goodison Park average a total of 3.1 goals.
- The average winning margin at Goodison Park is 2.0
Our Tip: Everton
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TOTTENHAM VS MANCHESTER UNITED – MONDAY 14 JANUARY, 4:30PM, WEMBLEY STADIUM
Spurs
- Last 5 Matches: WWWLW
- Ladder Position: 3rd
- Goal Difference: +25 (GF 46, GA 21)
United
- Last 5 Matches: LWWWW
- Ladder Position: 6th
- Goal Difference: +11 (GF 43, GA 32)
This easily looks like the best fixture in Week 22 and we’re set for an outstanding contest between Spurs and United in London. Spurs have been in great form all season but are without Son for this one who is on duty for South Korea in the Asian Cup, while United have been in terrific form recently and are seeking a fifth-consecutive win.
Did You Know?
Spurs are the only Premier League side yet to record a draw this season.
Betting Insights:
- Both teams average over 3 total match goals.
- Spurs have
a 82 .4% strike rate whenfavourite . - Clashes at Wembley Stadium average a total of 3.0 goals.
Our Tip: Manchester United
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MANCHESTER CITY VS WOLVERHAMPTON – TUESDAY 15 JANUARY, 8:00PM , ETIHAD STADIUM
City
- Last 5 Matches: WLLWW
- Ladder Position: 2nd
- Goal Difference: +39 (GF 56, GA 17)
Wolves
- Last 5 Matches: WLDWL
- Ladder Position: 9th
- Goal Difference: -2 (GF 23, GA 25)
Did You Know?
The average winning margin at Etihad Stadium is 2.6 goals.
Betting Insights:
- Manchester City
have a 76.2% strike rate whenfavourite . - Manchester City average 2.7 goals per game.
- Clashes at Etihad Stadium average a total of 4.3 goals.
Our Tip: Manchester City – 2.0
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