The EPL Matchday 19 resumes on Christmas Boxing Day and Liverpool will be looking to seal their EPL title hopes. They will be traveling to the King Power Stadium as they play against Nigerian Kelechi Iheanacho’s side. A win for them will seal their EPL title hope and so they will be playing with that in mind. Over here we will be giving express analysis and then make predictions afterwards.
EPL Matchday 19 Game Between Tottenham Hotspurs vs Brighton
Tottenham will be looking to bounce back from a 2-0 home loss to Chelsea when they welcome Brighton. The game will be played at their Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Boxing Day. Spurs suffered their second defeat under Jose Mourinho at the weekend, but their hope for Champions League spot is still intact. Korea international Son will be missing the game due to Red card in his last game against Chelsea. Harry Kane is likely to prove a handful for the opposition defenders.
The Seagulls, on the other hand, failed to impress in a 1-0 loss to Sheffield United in their last game. We do not believe that they are capable of spoiling Tottenham’s party in London. When the two teams met at the American Express Community Stadium, Brighton outplayed Tottenham 3-0. This is a payback time for the home side, they are sure hungry for revenge. Spurs are a real force to be reckoned with at home. And so, we predict that they are going to prove their worth on the field.
Boxing Day tie Between Bournemouth vs Arsenal
After suffering a 1-0 loss to Burnley in front of home fans, Bournemouth will be looking to return to winning as they host Arsenal. The EPL Matchday 19 game between them will be the second of the day in the Boxing day games. The Cherries are only four points clear of the relegation zone ahead of the Boxing Day clash. They are likely to fight tooth and nail against the Gunners. Arsenal, on the other hand, played out a goalless draw with Everton on Matchday 18.
As always, a man to watch in the away team will be Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who has netted 11 goals in the EPL so far this term. Anyhow, both teams to score betting option should be considered as both sides are likely to go for a win in the Vitality Stadium showdown.
EPL Matchday 19 Game Between Chelsea vs Southampton
Chelsea quickly bounced back from back-to-back losses to the likes of Everton and Bournemouth, with the team recording a 2-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur. The Blues regained much-needed confidence, and we are positive that they will go all guns blazing at Southampton on Matchday 19. Brazil international Willian, scored a brace in the London derby, and so will be be one of the men to watch in the home side.
Frank Lampard’s troops aim to retain their spot in the top four. We predict that they are going to pick up all three points from the Boxing Day showdown. The Saints did well to beat Aston Villa 3-1 at the weekend, but they will have a much tougher team in Thursday’s football game against Chelsea. It has to be noted that the Blues outclassed the Saints 4-1 at St. Mary’s Stadium in the first half of the season.
Boxing Day tie Between Manchester United vs Newcastle United
Manchester United will be looking to bounce back from a terrible loss to bottom place Watford when they Newcastle. The two teams who are level on points in the Premier League standings, face each other at Old Trafford on Boxing Day. The Red Devils are surely capable of making life difficult for the Magpies in front of home fans. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s troops are eager to stay in the race for a place in the Champions League. We are positive that they are going to leave their hearts on the field.
A man to keep an eye on in the home team will be Marcus Rashford, who has netted ten goals in the Premier League so far this term. Newcastle United, on the other hand, did well to beat Crystal Palace at the weekend. However, Man Utd are likely to pose a much bigger threat for the Magpies than their previous rivals. With Paul Pogba’s return to the team a much needed confidence is added for the home side. Home win is our prediction.
Boxing Day tie Between Leicester City vs Liverpool
All eyes will be on King Power Stadium when Leicester City and Liverpool face each other on Boxing Day. The Foxes are enjoying a season to remember, but star-studded Manchester City proved to be a big catch for Brendan Rodgers’ troops. Leicester City aim to retain second position in the standings, but they would be happy with one point from the Boxing Day game.
Jamie Vardy scored his 17th goal of the season in the 3-1 loss to Man City. And he is going to give Liverpool defenders work to do when they meet. The Reds are brimming with confidence following a win over Flamengo in the FIFA Club World Cup final. Tired legs are likely to prove to be a big problem for Jurgen Klopp’s troops. Leicester City are a real force to be reckoned with at home, but Liverpool will not want to lose just yet. Both teams to score is our prediction.
EPL Matchday 19 Game Between Wolverpton vs Manchester City
Molineux Stadium will host Boxing Day clash between Wolverhampton and Manchester City. The Wolves aim to build on a 2-1 win over Norwich City, but they will have to be at their sharpest if they are to grab something from Thursday’s football match. Raul Jimenez scored his seventh goal of the season at the weekend, meaning that the opposition defenders should have him at bay.
The Citizens, on the other hand, are looking to close down on Leicester and Liverpool and so they will come all out to play. Pep Guardiola’s troops came from behind to beat high-flying Leicester City on Matchday 18, with Riyad Mahrez impressing in the Etihad Stadium clash. Gabriel Jesus is likely to lead the line for Man City against Wolverhampton. The return of Kun Ageuro will also add to their confidence. In the first half of the season, the Wolves shocked the Citizens at Etihad Stadium (2-0).
Other EPL Matchday 19 Boxing Day Games Includes
Everton vs Burnley: 1X
Crystal Palace vs West Ham United: Over 1.5
Aston Villa vs Norwich City: G-G
Sheffield United vs Watford: Over 1.5
