Premier League Betting Preview – Matchday 31 (Part II)
Posted: April 2, 2015
Updated: October 6, 2017
Let’s take a look at the second betting preview of the Premier League so that you can have a chance to maximize your earning potential.
After going through the first batch of games in England’s top flight, we will present 4 additional encounters that are set to light up the prominent football championship. According to UK gambling news, Queens Park Rangers will play West Brom away from home, but judging by their performances this season the travelling side are about to experience a difficult match.
• Chelsea will square off against Stoke City
• Newcastle will travel to Sunderland
• Crystal Palace will play Man City at home
Chelsea will host Stoke City in a game that will most likely see the current Premier League leaders clinch an easy win as they make a closer step to the title. Newcastle will travel to Sunderland in a match that bears some uncertainty as both sides have had their ups and downs this season. And finally, Crystal Palace will play against Manchester City at home which should see the visiting side win the game.
West Brom vs QPR and Chelsea vs Stoke City
West Brom sit in 14th spot with an overall 33 points from 30 games so far this season. At home their form has been great in recent times, clinching 4 wins and suffering only 1 loss in the last 5 matches. However, their home record is not that impressive (6 wins, 3 draws and 6 losses). Nevertheless, the hosts have been dealt favorite chances 1.75 (3/4) to win the next encounter against QPR, while a draw between them two stands at a high 3.60 (28/11).
The visiting side are second last in the Premier League with only 22 points to their name. Their form has been disastrous as they have so far recorded 5 losses in the most recent games. Away from home they managed to clinch 1 victory, while all the other encounters ended in 13 losses. That’s why online sportsbooks in UK have decided brand them as complete outsiders 5.00 (4/1) for this clash against West Brom.
Stoke City travel to London on Saturday afternoon where they will enter an almost futile match against the current leaders of the league Chelsea, a club that are favorites to lift the title. Stoke’s chances of success are quite limited 11.00 (10/1) considering they have so far only managed to accumulate 42 points. On the road their record stands at 5 wins, 4 draws and 6 losses, however against a side like Chelsea they don’t have a realistic shot at a win.
Jose Mourinho’s men sit at the very top of the table with an overall of 67 points. Additionally, they have played 29 games, which means that they still one match in hand. At this moment only Man City has the ability to catch up with them, however they have 6 points less, while Arsenal who are in 3rd are on 60 points. Therefore, it makes sense to assign them the favorite team to win 1.29 (2/7) against Stoke City.
Sunderland vs Newcastle and Crystal Palace vs Manchester City
Sunderland will go head to head with Newcastle and looking at their individual records in recent times, a tie may be on the horizon. Normally the hosts would have held the upper hand for this game as they will be playing at on their own ground, but their record at home is quite concerning (2 wins, 7 draws and 6 losses). Their odds for winning the clash have been set at 2.50 (3/2), an event that is not very likely.
Newcastle are a fearsome side when they play at home, however this time they won’t be afforded that luxury and will have to find a way to beat Sunderland on their turf. This season they have put on some lackluster performances which saw them clinch 35 points from 30 games, granting them 12th spot in the Premier League. While on the road they won 3 games, while the other encounters ended in 4 draws and 8 losses. That is why their chances are limited 3.10 (21/10), while a draw stands at 3.10 (21/10) as well.
Crystal Palace will try to get a point against Manchester City this weekend when they face them at home. This will be the last fixture of round 31 and will be very important for the travelling team if they are to defend their title. So far the hosts have achieved a record of 4 wins, 3 draws and 7 losses at home, so they are not viewed as the preferential side to win, with their chances being that of an underdog 5.00 (4/1).
Man City on the other hand have been assigned positive odds 1.67 (2/3) as they boast a far more impressive squad filled with great stars. Their form in the last 5 games has seen them win 3 times, with the other matches ending in 2 losses. Away from home Manuel Pellegrini’s men have notched 8 wins, 4 draws and 3 losses, which is why a draw between them stands at 4.00 (3/1), according to mobile betting sites.