EPL Matchday 35 Preview: Predictions, Betting Tips & Crypto Picks
As we enter the business end of the 2024/25 Premier League season, Matchday 35 delivers heavyweight clashes, top-four deciders, and make-or-break relegation duels. Let’s dive into the key fixtures, player form, and sharp betting picks for the weekend.
🔥 Title Race & Top-Four Contenders
Arsenal vs Bournemouth
- Kick-off: Saturday, May 3, 16:30 UTC
- Venue: Emirates Stadium
Arsenal return to domestic action looking to bounce back from a narrow Champions League loss. They've won 7 straight Premier League home games and face a Bournemouth side who haven’t won in their last 9 visits to North London. Expect pressure and possession from the Gunners - and goals.
💡 Betting Tips:
✅ Arsenal to Win @ $1.87
✅ Leandro Trossard to Score Anytime @ $2.97
Chelsea vs Liverpool
- Kick-off: Sunday, May 4, 15:30 UTC
- Venue: Stamford Bridge
Freshly crowned champions Liverpool head to Chelsea, who are still fighting for a top-four finish. Despite their silverware, Liverpool won't roll over - they’ve gone 20 games unbeaten in the May Premier League fixtures. Chelsea have the motivation but face a psychological block: 10 straight games without a win vs Liverpool.
💡 Betting Tips:
✅ Match to End in a Draw @ $3.60
✅ Over 3.5 Goals @ $2.28
⚔️ European Spots & Mid-Table Tension
Aston Villa vs Fulham
- Kick-off: Saturday, May 3, 11:30 UTC
- Venue: Villa Park
Villa continue their hunt for Champions League football and host Fulham with plenty of momentum. Unai Emery has a perfect 6-0 PL record against Fulham and will expect his side to dominate early. Fulham’s away form has dipped, and Villa’s firepower is likely to prove too much.
💡 Betting Tips:
✅ Aston Villa to Win @ $1.81
✅ Ollie Watkins to Score Anytime @ $2.05
Brentford vs Manchester United
- Kick-off: Sunday, May 4, 13:00 UTC
- Venue: Gtech Community Stadium
Man United could rotate after their midweek European success, while Brentford come in with 4 games unbeaten. The Bees are always a tough out at home, and United’s track record in the capital is shaky (3 wins in 21).
💡 Betting Tips:
✅ Brentford to Win / Draw (Double Chance) @ $1.14
✅ Yoane Wissa to Score Anytime @ $2.26
⚠️ Relegation Six-Pointers
Leicester City vs Southampton
- Kick-off: Saturday, May 3, 14:00 UTC
- Venue: King Power Stadium
Leicester are spiraling at the worst time, having lost 9 straight home games without scoring. Southampton smell blood and a shot at safety, and this could be their breakout moment.
💡 Betting Tips:
✅ Southampton to Win @ $2.73
Everton vs Ipswich Town
- Kick-off: Saturday, May 3, 14:00 UTC
- Venue: Goodison Park
Both sides are struggling to put together wins, but Ipswich have shown flashes of resilience in big moments. This might be one of the tighter contests of the weekend.
💡 Betting Tips:
✅ Match to End in a Draw @ $4.09
🎯 Accumulator Picks
3-Leg Acca:
- Arsenal to Win
- Aston Villa to Win
- Both Teams to Score (Brentford vs Man United)
Combined odds: $5.75
5-Leg Acca:
- Add Chelsea vs Liverpool - Over 3.5 Goals
- Southampton to Win
Combined odds: $35.94
📅 Full Matchday 35 Fixtures (UTC)
Friday, May 2:
- Manchester City 1-0 Wolves
Saturday, May 3:
- Aston Villa vs Fulham (11:30 UTC)
- Everton vs Ipswich Town (14:00 UTC)
- Leicester City vs Southampton (14:00 UTC)
- Arsenal vs Bournemouth (16:30 UTC)
Sunday, May 4:
- Brentford vs Manchester United (13:00 UTC)
- Brighton vs Newcastle United (13:00 UTC)
- West Ham vs Tottenham (13:00 UTC)
- Chelsea vs Liverpool (15:30 UTC)
Monday, May 5:
- Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest (19:00 UTC)
🗣 Final Word
Matchday 35 promises drama at both ends of the table. Whether you’re riding with the title chasers or hunting underdog value, there’s no shortage of angles for sharp bettors. Track lineups, follow the late team news - and make your moves with confidence when it’s time to place your bets.
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Odds are correct as of 8am UTC, 3rd May 2025
