Matchweek 14 of the 2025/26 Premier League season takes place from December 2 to 4, featuring a busy midweek of football across England as teams quickly get back to playing after the weekend matches.
On Tuesday, the games kick off at 20:30 with Bournemouth facing Everton and Fulham going up against Manchester City — two matches where the home teams will try to use their own stadiums to surprise their strong opponents. Later that night, at 21:15, Newcastle will host Tottenham in what is expected to be a high-energy game, with both teams eager to secure spots in European competitions.
Wednesday is filled with football action. At 20:30, Arsenal will take on Brentford, Brighton will play against Aston Villa, Burnley will meet Crystal Palace, and Wolves will challenge Nottingham — four matches that are crucial for teams battling for points in the middle of the table. Then at 21:15, Leeds will face Chelsea and Liverpool will play Sunderland to wrap up the night, with the big clubs aiming to maintain their positions near the top. The matchweek concludes on Thursday at 21:00, when Manchester United will host West Ham in a game that could be vital for both teams’ goals this season.
With matches spread over three nights and little time to rest between games, Matchweek 14 focuses on squad depth, strategies, and momentum, and it could significantly affect the standings before the hectic December schedule really kicks in.
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Bournemouth vs Everton
Bournemouth is in 11th place with 19 points and is entering the match in mixed form, having not won in their last 4 games, with three losses. At home, the team is much more competitive, boasting 4 wins, 2 draws, and no losses, with a goal difference of 10:4, which shows their strong defense and ability to control the game at home.
In recent rounds, the attack has been working well with Semenyo, Kroupi, and Tavernier, but the problem is that Bournemouth often finds themselves in close matches and can easily crumble under pressure from attacking teams. However, the fact that they have an unbeaten streak at home brings some confidence and self-assurance before this match. For this game, they will be missing Brooks, Cook, and Senesi due to accumulated yellow cards.
Everton is in 14th place with 18 points, having a tough season with many ups and downs, but the team stays fighting and unpredictable. On away games, they have 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses, with a goal difference of 6:8, showing they can create chances but often struggle defensively. Ndiaye and Dewsbury-Hall are key players in the attack, while Gueye provides balance in the midfield.
Their recent away form has been mixed, with two losses and two wins, highlighting their instability but also their potential to surprise at the right moment. In this match, Gueye will be absent due to a red card suspension, along with some injured players.
Bournemouth looks stronger, more decisive, and consistent at home, while Everton remains dangerous in transition but too unstable. The efficiency of both teams suggests a chance for goals.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Fulham vs Manchester City
Fulham is in 15th place with 17 points and is entering this tough match with a fairly solid home record, having 4 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, with a goal difference of 9:3. The team plays much more confidently at home than away, showing good defensive positioning and quicker transitions forward. In their recent home games, they achieved important victories against Wolves and Sunderland, demonstrating that they can be disciplined and effective when controlling the midfield. Wilson, Jimenez, and Iwobi are the main attackers, although their scoring ability can vary. Fulham generally plays a tough, careful style of football and will try to slow down the pace to avoid an open match with a lot of risks.
Manchester City is in 2nd place with 25 points and is coming into the match in inconsistent form away from home, where they have 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses, with a goal difference of 8:6. Despite having a few slip-ups on the road, the team remains one of the most offensive in the league. Haaland continues to be the biggest threat with 14 goals, while Foden, Doku, and Cherki contribute with creativity and speed. City has shown instability in defense in their recent matches, especially as visitors, which was evident in their losses to Newcastle and Aston Villa.
Manchester City is still the favorite because they have better individual skills and attacking power, but Fulham is strong at home and knows how to maintain a score. We expect an efficient match with at least three goals during the game.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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Newcastle vs Tottenham
Newcastle is in 13th place with 18 points and comes into this match after winning two games in a row. At home, they have 4 wins and 2 losses, with a goal difference of 10:7. Their home form is solid, having won three consecutive matches, which shows that the team knows how to play both disciplined and offensively when they are in front of their fans. Despite some dips in their results, Newcastle shows stability in creating chances, and Woltemade and Bruno Guimaraes are the most consistent in the offensive phase. The team scores goals regularly and plays offensively, but conceding goals remains a weakness, which keeps them in the middle of the table.
Tottenham is in 12th place with the same number of points as their opponent today, but their away form is much better than their home performance, with 4 wins, 1 draw, and only 1 loss, scoring 13 goals and conceding 7. This makes the Spurs one of the most dangerous away teams in the league. The team plays well offensively even in tough matches, thanks to Richarlison, van de Ven, and Kudus who bring speed, aggression, and precision in finishing. Although they have had a dip in form recently with several losses, they rarely disappoint when playing away. The problem lies in their defensive instability, as Tottenham concedes a goal in almost every match, even when they are playing well.
The match promises a high tempo and open play, as both teams have offensive quality and defensive weaknesses. Newcastle is great at home, but Tottenham is a dangerous visitor.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 2:2
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Arsenal vs Brentford
Arsenal is at the top of the table with 30 points and is heading into the match with a lot of confidence, especially because of their perfect home record, which includes five wins and one draw, with a goal difference of 16:2. The team plays strongly, aggressively, and steadily in all parts of the game. In their recent matches, they performed really well even under pressure, achieving important results against Chelsea and Tottenham, as well as Bayern in the group stage of the Champions League.
Gyokeres, Eze, and Trossard are in great form, combining for 11 goals, while Saka plays a key creative role. Arsenal looks very organized, controlling the ball, applying high pressure, and making very few mistakes in defense.
Brentford is in 10th place with 19 points, but their away form is a big weakness, having only one win and five losses, with a goal difference of 6:12 and four losses in their last five away games. Even though Thiago I. is really productive with 11 goals, the rest of the team struggles to keep up offensively and doesn’t create chances, especially against strong opponents.
Brentford can be dangerous in transition, as seen in their wins against Newcastle and Burnley, but their defensive instability and rotation issues cause them major problems in high-intensity matches.
Arsenal has consistency, quality, and a strong home record that make them a solid favorite. Brentford might score a goal, but it’s unlikely they can match the pace and width of Arteta’s play.
1 & 3+ (Arsenal to Win & Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 3:0
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Brighton vs Aston Villa
Brighton, in 5th place with 22 points, comes into this match in good form, having gone four games without a loss, winning three of them. At home, they are particularly strong, with four wins and two draws, showing a goal difference of 12:6, which indicates their stability and offensive effectiveness. The team, led by Hurzeler, looks solid, building play from the back and creating many chances through Mitoma and March, while Welbeck is in great scoring form with 7 goals. In their recent matches, Brighton has shown a balanced style of play, excellent pressing, and the ability to control the pace, making them a threat to any opponent that visits.
Aston Villa is in 4th place with 24 points and is coming off a positive streak of five matches without a loss, including two games in the Europa League. Their away form isn’t perfect, with two wins, two draws, and two losses, resulting in a goal difference of 5:6. Even though the team is tactically well-organized under Emery, they often struggle to maintain their rhythm when playing away. Buendia, Rogers, and Malen are the key players in attack, each scoring three goals, while the defense is solid but sometimes has issues with quick transitions. Aston Villa plays with high intensity but lacks better finishing on the road.
Brighton is strong at home, while Aston Villa tends to have dips in form when away. A tactical battle with goals from both sides is expected.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 2:2
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Burnley vs Crystal Palace
Burnley is in 19th place with 10 points, entering this match under pressure due to their poor form and a series of negative results. At home, they have 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses, with a goal difference of 5:6, showing that they struggle to score while easily conceding goals. The last two home games reflect the same issue, lacking creativity and a drop in concentration at crucial moments.
Anthony and Flemming, each with 4 goals so far, are the main threats, but the team generally struggles to create enough chances. The defense often fails, while the midfield lacks enough control to compete against stronger teams.
Crystal Palace, sitting in 9th place with 20 points, enters this match with much better form, especially when playing away where they have 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses, with a goal difference of 8:4. They have gone three matches without a loss, although they were defeated by Manchester Utd at home last round with a score of 1:2.
Mateta has been great in attack with 7 goals scored so far, while Sarr and Munoz add to the offensive push with their speed and aggression.
In their last few matches, they have shown a mature organizational approach, a compact formation, and excellent work in transitions.
Crystal Palace is playing in better form and is the favorite for the match. Burnley will have their moments, but their defense is unlikely to withstand the counter-attacks from the visitors.
2 (Crystal Palace to Win)
Predicted CS: 0:2
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Wolves vs Nottingham
Wolves are currently in last place with only 2 points, entering this match in terrible shape after losing six games in a row. Their home performance is also weak, with no wins, just one draw, and five losses, scoring only 6 goals while conceding 16. The team is facing serious issues with their offense, as no player stands out with a significant number of goals. Defensively, Wolves often struggle under pressure and find it hard to defend against fast teams. Recent matches against Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, and Chelsea have only confirmed their instability, and the team’s mental state is clearly affected by this long losing streak.
Nottingham sits in 16th place with 12 points and plays unpredictably, but they are still much more competitive than the home team. On the road, they have one win, two draws, and three losses, which isn’t perfect, but at least the team shows fighting spirit and better organization than Wolves. Gibbs-White is the standout player with 3 goals, and the team knows how to capitalize on mistakes during transitions, which is the biggest weakness of the home side. In their last match, they suffered a defeat, but before that, they had two consecutive wins, and in the Europa League, they showed character with a victory over Malmo.
The duel brings a lot of pressure because of the high scores, but right now, Nottingham has the advantage with their current form and finishing skills. Wolves are just too weak offensively to take control.
X2 (Draw or Nottingham to Win)
Predicted CS: 1:1
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Leeds vs Chelsea
Leeds is in 18th place with 11 points and is entering this match in a crisis with poor form, especially after four consecutive losses. At home, they have 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, with a goal difference of 7:7, showing they can be competitive at home, but often lack focus in the final moments.
Nmecha is the most consistent player with 4 goals, while Calvert-Lewin and Okafor add some depth to the attack. The team concedes too many easy goals, having allowed 25 goals this season. Their midfield control is unstable, and the defense often struggles under pressure from technically stronger opponents.
Chelsea is in 3rd place with 24 points and comes into this match with solid form. Away from home, they have an impressive record of 4 wins, 1 draw, and only 1 loss, with a goal difference of 14:5, making them one of the best away teams in the league.
The team is offensively excellent, with Joao Pedro, Neto, and Fernandez all scoring 4 goals each, while Caicedo adds aggression and creativity. Chelsea knows how to dominate possession and create many chances, and their defense looks strong.
Chelsea is the favorite as they play excellently away and have much greater individual quality. Leeds has too many defensive weaknesses.
2 (Chelsea to Win)
Predicted CS: 1:3
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Liverpool vs Sunderland
Liverpool is currently in 8th place with 21 points, entering the match with an inconsistent but offensively strong form. At home, they have 4 wins and 2 losses, with a goal difference of 10:8, showing that while they attack well, they have too many defensive mistakes.
Gakpo has scored 4 goals and provided 3 assists, and Salah has also scored 4 goals, both making a difference with their speed and finishing. Liverpool knows how to apply early pressure, but they often lose focus, which was evident in their losses to Manchester City and Nottingham. However, their victory over Real Madrid and PSV in the Champions League group stage, along with their recent win against West Ham, has boosted their confidence. The team is always a favorite at home, especially against rivals who struggle to perform under pressure.
Sunderland is in 6th place with 22 points and is traveling with decent form, but their away results are mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses, having a goal difference of 3:6. The team plays organized, but their offensive potential when away is limited. Isidor and Le Fee are the standout players, with Isidor scoring 4 goals and Le Fee contributing 2 goals and 2 assists. However, Sunderland often struggles to create chances against more aggressive opponents. The win against Bournemouth and the draw with Arsenal give some hope, but the loss to Fulham showed that the team has a hard time when the opponent controls possession. They will need to play compactly if they want to earn points in this match.
Liverpool is the favorite due to their quality, home form, and individual talent in attack. Sunderland can surprise with good play, so we can expect at least three goals in this match.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Manchester Utd vs West Ham
Manchester United is currently in 7th place with 21 points. They are entering this match with decent form, even though they still show some ups and downs. At home, they have 4 wins and 2 losses, with a goal difference of 11:7. They went three games without a win, but last week they managed to beat Crystal Palace away. The team creates a lot of chances through Fernandes and Casemiro, while Mbeumo is the most valuable player in attack with 5 goals scored. United is strong in transition, but sometimes they give the opponent too much space, which leads to unnecessary goals conceded. However, their current home form is their biggest advantage going into this match.
West Ham is currently in 17th place with 11 points, feeling the pressure because their performance isn’t up to par, and their defense often struggles. They have only one win, two draws, and three losses in away games, with a goal difference of 7:10, showing clear instability. Wilson and Bowen are the main threats with a few goals each, while Paqueta and Soucek provide some offensive support. The main issue is the slow defensive rotation, which could be critical against a technically strong team like United. The team knows how to fight hard, but they rarely manage to control the game during tough away matches.
In this match, Manchester United is the favorite due to their home form and greater individual talent. West Ham can be dangerous at certain times during the game, but overall, they struggle to maintain balance against technically superior opponents.
