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Premier League 2025/26 Gameweek 20: Preview and Betting Tips

Gameweek 20 of the 2025/26 Premier League season is upon us, and we look at some of the potential outcomes from this week’s thrilling battles, including the match between Manchester City and Chelsea.

Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest

Aston Villa will take on Nottingham Forest in the Premier League at the weekend, and they will look to bounce back from the defeat against Arsenal. The Villans were in outstanding form heading into the clash with the table-toppers, but they crashed to a comprehensive four-one defeat.  They will look to get back to winning ways once again.

Nottingham Forest have been quite poor in recent weeks, and they have lost four of the last five matches. Aston Villa will certainly fancy their chances of getting the job done here. On paper, they are the better team and they should be able to pick up all three points. A home win for Aston Villa seems likely.

Probable Bet: Villa win

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Burnley

Brighton & Hove Albion will take on Burnley in the Premier League at the weekend, and it will be interesting to see if they can get back to winning ways. The Seagulls are going through a disappointing run of form and they are without a win in the last six matches across all competitions.

Burnley are 19th in the table, and they are going through a similar run of form. They have failed to win any of the last six matches in all competitions. Both teams are desperate for a positive result here and it will be interesting to see who comes out on top.

On paper, Brighton & Hove Albion are the better team and it remains to be seen whether they can get the job done. Four of the last six matches between these two teams have ended in a draw and this one could follow suit.

Probable Bet: Draw

Wolves vs West Ham United

Wolves will take on West Ham United in the Premier League at the weekend, and they are still searching for their first win of the season. The Black Country have failed to win any of their 19 Premier League matches this season, and they will be desperate to pick up their first victory here.

However, Wolves have managed to win the last two matches against West Ham, and they will certainly fancy their chances. The Hammers are struggling as well and they are without a win in the last six Premier League matches.

Both teams are fighting for survival and this should be a six-pointer. 19 goals have been scored in the last six matches between these two teams, and this one is likely to be another entertaining affair. Both teams will look to outscore each other and a high-scoring game is on the cards.

Probable Bet: Over 2.5 goals

Bournemouth vs Arsenal

Bournemouth will take on Arsenal in the Premier League at the weekend, and they will look to pick up a win at home. The Cherries have not won their last six Premier League matches, and they are in disastrous form after an impressive start to the season. They will look to bounce back strongly, and it remains to be seen whether they can pull off an upset.

On the other hand, Arsenal are in sensational form with six wins on the bounce in all competitions. The Gunners are full of confidence and momentum, and they should be able to get the job done. Arsenal have picked up four wins from their last six matches against Bournemouth, and an away win is very likely here.

Probable Bet: Arsenal win

Leeds United vs Manchester United

Leeds United will take on Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday, and they will look to boost their hopes of survival with a strong performance here. The Whites were unbeaten in their five matches in the Premier League heading into Gameweek 19. They will look to take advantage of Manchester United’s vulnerabilities and grind out a positive result here.

Daniel Farke’s men have picked up a win over Chelsea and a draw against Liverpool recently. They will certainly fancy their chances at home. Meanwhile, Manchester United are struggling right now, and they have picked up just two wins from their last six matches in all competitions. It will be interesting to see if they can pick up a win away from home.

The Red Devils are unbeaten in their last six matches against Leeds United. However, they have been quite inconsistent, and this will be an evenly matched contest. 20 goals have been scored in the last six matches between these two teams, and another high-scoring game is on the cards here.

Probable Bet: Over 2.5 goals

Everton vs Brentford

Everton will take on Brentford in the Premier League at the weekend, and they will look to build on the win over Nottingham Forest from the last game. The Toffees are unbeaten in their last six matches against Brentford, and they will look to pick up all three points at home.

Meanwhile, Brentford are coming into this game on the back of consecutive victories, and they will be full of confidence. It will be interesting to see if they can grind out a positive result away from home. The Bees have a dreadful record against Everton, and they will look to make amends here.

Everton are having an impressive season, and they are eighth in the league table. Brentford are just two points behind, and this will be a close contest. It would not be a surprise if the two teams cancelled each other out. The last two matches between these two teams have ended in a draw.

Probable Bet: Draw

Fulham vs Liverpool

Fulham will take on Liverpool in the Premier League at the weekend, and they will look to pick up a morale-boosting victory at home. Both teams picked up three wins in a row in the Premier League heading into Gameweek 19, and this should be an interesting contest. On paper, Liverpool are the better team, but they have not been at their best this season.

They have shown improvement in recent weeks, and it will be interesting to see if they can get the job done here. Liverpool are on a four-match winning run. Liverpool will fancy their chances against Fulham away from home. The Reds are unbeaten in five of the last six matches against the West London club. A double chance on the away side would be ideal.

Probable Bet: Liverpool win or draw

Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace

Newcastle United will take on Crystal Palace in the Premier League, and they will look to build on the win over Burnley. The Magpies are in disappointing form, and they have picked up just two wins from the last six matches in all competitions.

Crystal Palace are also struggling; they have lost four of their last five matches in all competitions. Both teams are quite evenly matched, and they are on equal points this season. It will be interesting to see who comes out on top.

Matches between these two can be quite open with plenty of chances on offer. 13 goals have been scored in the last four matches between these two teams, and this one is likely to be another high-scoring affair. Both teams have been quite vulnerable defensively, and they have conceded in each of their last five matches in all competitions.

Probable Bet: Over 2.5 goals

Tottenham Hotspur vs Sunderland

Tottenham Hotspur will take on Sunderland in the Premier League at the weekend, and they will look to pick up a win here. Spurs have picked up only two wins from their last six top-flight matches, and they will be desperate to win here. The North Londoners are in the bottom half of the table, and they will be chasing European qualification for next season. Spurs need to win these matches, especially at home.

Sunderland are seventh in the league table and they have started the season really well. The Black Cats have been difficult to beat, and they have lost just one of their last five matches in the league. It will be interesting to see if they can pull off an upset here. Tottenham are the better team, and they are unbeaten in the last six matches against Sunderland. A win for them seems likely.

Probable Bet: Tottenham win

Manchester City vs Chelsea

Manchester City will take on Chelsea at the weekend, and they will look to continue their title charge with a victory here. In their last six matches against Chelsea, the Citizens are on a six-match winning run in the Premier League as well.

Chelsea are likely to welcome a new manager for Sunday’s match. Enzo Maresca has been sacked after just one win from the last six Premier League matches. It will be interesting to see if Chelsea can make amends here. The Blues have a dreadful record against Manchester City, and they are lacking in form. A home win seems quite likely.

Probable Bet: Man City win

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