2014-2015 Premier League Predictions: Week 17 (Part 5)

Liverpool vs. Arsenal

Match Date: 21 December 2014 (local time)

Venue: Anfield

It cannot be denied that both Liverpool and Arsenal are in a struggling state. So far, these sports betting favorites haven’t live up to expectations. The Gunners are at risk of losing its Champions League spot, whilst Liverpool is already out of the title race. It is therefore fitting to expect a down the wire match between the two as they try to assert their rights to be in the Premier League elite.

Arsenal draws its confidence from its major win against Newcastle United. The club scored 4 goals and have managed to contain Newcastle’s goals to 1.

As for Liverpool, they suffered a clean sheet to Manchester United. The Red Devils thrashed them with 3 goals and they wasn’t able to respond. Nevertheless, they can use their home court advantage to have a confidence boost and eventually, destroy their opponent.

Prediction

Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal

Stoke vs. Chelsea

Match Date: 22 December 2014 (local time)

Venue: Britania Stadium

Chelsea responded well to their loss to Newcastle United. The squad snatched a 2-0 victory over Hull to retain the top spot of the league table. Indeed, they’re the top pick of many sports betting sites. But on a closer look, Chelsea’s past performances have dwindled and their upcoming opponent, Stoke, might exploit it.

Stoke is not a mere pushover squad. Although, the club lost thrice, it has managed to show some improvements via clinching a win against Arsenal and a draw against Crystal Palace. It might be hard for Stoke to score a victory over Chelsea, but certainly, when given the opportunity, they might generate a stunning win or settle for yet another stalemate.

Prediction

Stoke 1-2 Chelsea

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