Round 40 results
2 - 0
We Predicted
Arsenal vs West Ham
Final Score: 0 - 1
The Game Notes: Arsenal is set to host West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM GMT. Despite a series of injuries sidelining key players like Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, and Gabriel Jesus, the Gunners have maintained strong form, recently securing a 2-0 victory over Leicester City. West Ham, under new manager Graham Potter, has struggled, currently sitting 16th in the Premier League and dealing with their own injury concerns, including Lucas Paquetá's ankle injury. Given Arsenal's home advantage and recent performances, a 2-0 win for the Gunners seems a reasonable prediction.
0 - 2
We Predicted
Ipswich vs Spurs
Final Score: 1 - 4
The Game Notes: Ipswich Town is set to host Tottenham Hotspur at Portman Road on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM GMT. Ipswich has been struggling this season, currently sitting 18th in the Premier League, and has managed just one point from their last five matches. Their defence has been particularly vulnerable, conceding 50 goals in 25 games. Tottenham, despite facing an injury crisis with key players like Dominic Solanke sidelined, have found form recently, securing back-to-back league victories. Given Ipswich's defensive frailties and Spurs' resurgence, a 2-0 win for Tottenham seems a reasonable prediction.
1 - 3
We Predicted
Southampton vs Brighton
Final Score: 0 - 4
The Game Notes: Southampton is set to host Brighton & Hove Albion at St. Mary's Stadium on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM GMT. The Saints are struggling, with only one win in their last 15 Premier League matches, and recently suffered a 3-1 defeat to Bournemouth. In contrast, Brighton bounced back from a heavy loss to Nottingham Forest with a convincing 3-0 victory over Chelsea. Given Southampton's defensive vulnerabilities and Brighton's attacking momentum, a 3-1 win for the Seagulls seems a reasonable prediction.
1 - 1
We Predicted
Aston Villa vs Chelsea
Final Score: 2 - 1
The Game Notes: Aston Villa is set to host Chelsea at Villa Park on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 5:30 PM GMT. Both teams have faced challenges recently, with Villa struggling to find consistency in the Premier League, despite impressive cup performances, and Chelsea enduring a dip in form, winning only two of their last nine league matches. Injuries have plagued both squads; Villa is missing key midfielders like Amadou Onana and Boubacar Kamara, while Chelsea's attacking options are limited due to injuries to strikers Nicolas Jackson and Marc Guiu. Given these factors, a 1-1 draw appears to be a plausible outcome.
2 - 1
We Predicted
Newcastle vs Nottingham
Final Score: 4 - 3
The Game Notes: Newcastle United is set to host Nottingham Forest at St. James' Park on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM GMT. The Magpies are aiming to rebound from a recent 4-0 defeat to Manchester City, marking their third loss in four league matches. Despite this, their home form remains strong, with three wins and clean sheets in their last five home games. Nottingham Forest, currently third in the Premier League, also seeks to recover after a 2-1 loss to Fulham. While Forest has been impressive this season, their recent away form has been inconsistent. Considering Newcastle's solid home performances and both teams' need for a positive result, a 2-1 victory for Newcastle seems a reasonable prediction.
2 - 2
We Predicted
Man City vs Liverpool
Final Score: 0 - 2
The Game Notes: Manchester City will host Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 4:30 PM GMT. Both teams are dealing with significant injury concerns. City's Erling Haaland suffered a knee injury against Newcastle, raising doubts about his availability. Additionally, John Stones was substituted early in their recent Champions League match due to injury. Liverpool faces their own challenges, with Joe Gomez undergoing hamstring surgery and Conor Bradley also sidelined. Cody Gakpo remains a doubt, with his participation to be a 'close call' according to manager Arne Slot. Despite these setbacks, both teams possess strong attacking capabilities. Considering the injuries and offensive strengths on both sides, a 2-2 draw appears to be a plausible outcome.
