Premier League Matchweek 31 of the 2025/26 season (20–22 March 2026) arrives as the campaign moves deeper into its decisive phase. With the season approaching its final weeks, pressure continues to rise across the table. Teams competing for the title and European places aim to maintain momentum, while those near the bottom fight for vital points in the relegation battle. At this stage, consistency and composure become crucial, as every result can significantly influence the final standings. Observations from this match form part of the wider Premier League predictions, alongside analysis of other games from the same matchweek.
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Bournemouth vs Manchester Utd
Bournemouth is currently in 10th place with 41 points. After playing 30 matches, they have 9 wins, 14 draws, and 7 losses, with a goal difference of 44:46 and a streak of several draws in the last rounds. The team creates a solid number of chances offensively, but they often concede goals defensively.
Kroupi is the top scorer with 8 goals, while Evanilson and Tavernier provide important support in attack. At home, they have 6 wins, 7 draws, and 2 losses with a goal difference of 21:15. Their style of play is direct, featuring quick transitions and wing play.
Manchester Utd is in 3rd place with 54 points. After 30 matches, they have 15 wins, 9 draws, and 6 losses, with a goal difference of 54:41 and solid form in recent matches. The team plays offensively and creates many chances, but defensively they sometimes leave space.
Mbeumo and Sesko are the top scorers with 9 goals each, while Fernandes has a significant impact in attack with goals and assists. Away from home, they have 5 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses with a goal difference of 24:24. Their style of play is based on high possession and quick attacks.
Manchester Utd has more individual talent and a more effective attack, while Bournemouth relies on a compact style of play and quick counterattacks. I expect a lively match with chances for both teams.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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Brighton vs Liverpool
Brighton is currently in 12th place with 40 points. After playing 30 matches, they have 10 wins, 10 draws, and 10 losses, with a goal difference of 39:36 and inconsistent form in recent games. The team plays offensively and creates a solid number of chances, but defensively they sometimes leave gaps.
Welbeck is the top scorer with 10 goals, while Gomez and Ayari are important options in attack. At home, they have 6 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses with a goal difference of 22:16. Their playing style is based on ball possession and quick combinations.
Liverpool is in 5th place with 49 points. After 30 matches, they have 14 wins, 7 draws, and 9 losses, with a goal difference of 49:40 and variable form in their recent matches. The team plays offensively and creates many chances, but defensively they can leave space.
Ekitike is the top scorer with 11 goals, while Gakpo and Salah are also very dangerous in attack. Away from home, they have 6 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses with a goal difference of 22:23. Their style of play is offensive with high pressing and quick attacks.
Both teams play attacking football and often create chances, which could lead to a dynamic match with more goals. Brighton will try to control the game through possession, while Liverpool will be dangerous with quick counterattacks.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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Fulham vs Burnley
Fulham is currently in 11th place with 41 points. After playing 30 matches, they have 12 wins, five draws, and 13 losses, with a goal difference of 40:43 and inconsistent form in recent games. The team creates a good number of chances offensively, but they can leave space defensively.
Wilson is the top scorer with 9 goals, while Jimenez and Iwobi are important options in attack. At home, they have 8 wins, two draws, and five losses with a goal difference of 24:18. Their style of play is based on ball possession and quick combinations in attack.
Burnley is sitting in 19th place with 20 points. After 30 matches, they have 4 wins, 8 draws, and 18 losses, with a goal difference of 32:58 and poor form in their recent matches. The team creates very few chances offensively, while they concede a lot of goals defensively.
Anthony and Flemming are the most dangerous in attack with 7 goals each, and Foster also contributes with goals. Away from home, they have 2 wins, three draws, and 10 losses with a goal difference of 17:35. Their style of play is cautious, focusing on defense and counterattacks.
Fulham has better quality and a home advantage, while Burnley is facing issues in defense and performing poorly away. I expect the home team to control the game and create more chances.
1 (Fulham to Win)
Predicted CS: 2:0
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Everton vs Chelsea
Everton is currently in 8th place with 43 points. After playing 30 matches, they have 12 wins, 7 draws, and 11 losses, with a goal difference of 34:35 and inconsistent form in recent games. The team creates a solid number of chances offensively, but defensively they can leave some space.
Dewsbury-Hall and Barry are among the top scorers with 6 goals each, while Ndiaye also contributes to the attack. At home, they have 5 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses with a goal difference of 18:19. Their style of play is direct, featuring quick attacks and wing play.
Chelsea is in 6th place with 48 points. After 30 matches, they have 13 wins, 9 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of 53:35 and inconsistent form in their recent matches. The team plays offensively and creates many chances, led by Joao Pedro with 14 goals, while
Palmer and Fernández are also important in the attack. Defensively, they are relatively stable. Away from home, they have 7 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses with a goal difference of 30:18. Their style of play is based on high possession and quick attacks.
Chelsea has a bit more quality and a more effective attack, while Everton will try to use their home advantage and counterattacks. I expect a dynamic match with chances on both sides.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 2:2
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Leeds vs Brentford
Leeds is currently in 15th place with 32 points. After playing 30 matches, they have 7 wins, 11 draws, and 12 losses, with a goal difference of 37:48 and inconsistent form in recent games. The team creates a solid number of chances offensively, but they often concede goals defensively. Calvert-Lewin is the top scorer with 10 goals, while Nmecha and Aaronson are important options in attack.
At home, they have 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses with a goal difference of 22:20. Their style of play is direct, featuring quick attacks and wing play.
Brentford is in 7th place with 44 points. After 29 matches, they have 13 wins, 5 draws, and 11 losses, with a goal difference of 44:40 and solid form in their recent matches. The team plays offensively and creates many chances, with Thiago being the clear top scorer with 18 goals, while Schade and Ouattara are also dangerous in attack. Defensively, they sometimes leave space open.
Away from home, they have 6 wins, 1 draw, and 8 losses with a goal difference of 20:25. Their style of play is offensive, characterized by quick transitions and high pressure.
Brentford has a more effective attack and a better position on the table, while Leeds will try to take advantage of their home field and counterattacks. I expect a dynamic match with chances for both teams.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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Newcastle vs Sunderland
Newcastle is currently in 9th place with 42 points. After playing 30 matches, they have 12 wins, 6 draws, and 12 losses, with a goal difference of 43:43 and inconsistent form in recent games. The team creates a solid number of chances offensively, but they can leave space defensively.
Bruno Guimaraes is the top scorer with 9 goals, while Woltemade and Gordon are important options in attack. At home, they have 8 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses with a goal difference of 28:24. Their style of play is based on ball possession and quick attacks.
Sunderland is in 13th place with 40 points. After 30 matches, they have 10 wins, 10 draws, and 10 losses, with a goal difference of 30:35 and inconsistent form in their recent matches. The team is not very efficient offensively, but they can create chances through counterattacks.
Brobbey is the top scorer with five goals, while Le Fee and Isidor are key players in the attack. Away from home, they have 3 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses with a goal difference of 8:21. Their style of play is cautious, focusing on defense and quick counterattacks.
Newcastle has a better home performance and more offensive potential, while Sunderland relies on defensive play and counterattacks. I expect the home team to control the game and create more chances.
1 (Newcastle to Win)
Predicted CS: 2:0
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Aston Villa vs West Ham
Aston Villa is currently in 4th place with 51 points. After playing 30 matches, they have 15 wins, 6 draws, and 9 losses, with a goal difference of 40:37 and inconsistent form in recent games. The team creates a solid number of chances offensively, but they can leave space defensively.
Rogers and Watkins are the top scorers with 8 goals each, while Buendia adds creativity to the attack. At home, they have 9 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses with a goal difference of 21:15. Their style of play is based on ball possession and an attacking approach.
West Ham is sitting in 18th place with 29 points. After 30 matches, they have 7 wins, 8 draws, and 15 losses, with a goal difference of 36:55 and unstable form in recent games. The team can create chances offensively, but they concede a lot of goals defensively.
Bowen is the top scorer with 8 goals, while Summerville and Wilson are also dangerous in attack. Away from home, they have 4 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses with a goal difference of 18:27. Their style of play is direct with counter-attacks.
Aston Villa has better quality and a strong home performance, while West Ham is dealing with defensive issues. I expect the home team to control the game and create more chances.
1 (Aston Villa to Win)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Tottenham vs Nottingham
Tottenham is currently in 16th place with 30 points. After playing 30 matches, they have 7 wins, 9 draws, and 14 losses, with a goal difference of 40:47 and a weak form in recent games. The team can create chances offensively, but they have serious problems defensively. Richarlison is the top scorer with 9 goals, while Romero and van de Ven also contribute with goals from set pieces.
At home, they have 2 wins, 4 draws, and 9 losses, with a goal difference of 18:25. Their style of play is offensive, but it often leaves gaps in defense.
Nottingham is in 17th place with 29 points. After 30 matches, they have 7 wins, 8 draws, and 15 losses, with a goal difference of 28:43 and an unstable form in their recent matches. The team is not very effective offensively, but they can be dangerous through counterattacks. Gibbs-White is the top scorer with 8 goals, while Hudson-Odoi and Igor Jesus are important options in attack.
Away from home, they have 4 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of 15:24. Their style of play is based on defensive organization and quick transitions.
The two teams are at the bottom of the table and have issues with their defense, which could lead to an open and uncertain match. Tottenham will try to take advantage of playing at home, but Nottingham has the potential to be dangerous with counterattacks.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Context from Premier League Matchweek 30 predictions and upcoming coverage in Premier League Matchweek 32 predictions provides a clear timeline across matchweeks.
