Premier League Matchweek 34 of the 2025/26 season, scheduled from 21 to 27 April 2026, arrives at a decisive point in the campaign. With only a handful of matches remaining, the pressure is increasing across the table. Title contenders must stay consistent to keep their advantage, teams battling for European spots are pushing harder than ever, and those near the relegation zone are running out of time to secure safety. At this stage, concentration, tactical discipline, and taking chances in key moments can make all the difference, as this round could play a major role in shaping the final outcome of the season. The analysis here contributes to the overall Premier League predictions for this matchweek, which consider league context and recent performances.
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Brighton vs Chelsea
Brighton is in 9th place with 47 points after playing 33 matches. The team has 12 wins, 11 draws, and 10 losses, with a goal difference of 45:39 and a decent form in the last few games.
They are strong offensively, with Welbeck as the top scorer with 12 goals, while Gomez and Ayari provide significant support. However, they have some ups and downs in defense. At home, they are quite reliable, with 7 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses, and a goal difference of 24:17. Their style of play is attacking, focusing on possession and quick combinations.
Chelsea is in 6th place with 48 points after 33 matches. The team has 13 wins, 9 draws, and 11 losses, with a goal difference of 53:42 and an unstable form.
In attack, they mainly rely on Joao Pedro, who has scored 14 goals, while Palmer and Fernandez are key in creating chances. Defensively, they are vulnerable, especially against well-organized attacks. Away from home, they have 7 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses, with a goal difference of 30:21. Their style of play is offensive, but it leaves some gaps in defense.
An exciting match is expected with plenty of chances for both teams, considering their playing styles and defensive weaknesses. Both teams have quality in their attack and can easily create opportunities.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 2-2
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Bournemouth vs Leeds
Bournemouth is currently in 8th place with 48 points after playing 33 matches. The team has 11 wins, 15 draws, and 7 losses, with a goal difference of 50:50 and a solid form in recent games, remaining unbeaten.
They have a strong offensive presence, with Kroupi as the top scorer with 10 goals, while Tavernier and Evanilson provide quality support. However, their defense has some inconsistencies and they often concede goals. At home, they are reliable, with 6 wins, 8 draws, and 2 losses, and a goal difference of 23:17. Their style of play is offensive, focusing on attacking.
Leeds is in 15th place with 39 points after 33 matches. The team has 9 wins, 12 draws, and 12 losses, with a goal difference of 42:49 and an inconsistent form.
In attack, they mainly rely on Calvert-Lewin as the main scorer with 11 goals, while Okafor and Nmecha provide support. Defensively, they are unstable and often concede easy goals. Away from home, they have 2 wins, 7 draws, and 7 losses, with a goal difference of 17:29. Their style of play is open, which leaves a lot of space in defense.
Bournemouth has an advantage because of their form and home ground, while Leeds struggles with defense when playing away. An open match is expected with chances for both teams, but the home team is closer to winning.
1 (Bournemouth to Win)
Predicted CS: 2-1
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Burnley vs Manchester City
Burnley is currently in 19th place with 20 points after playing 33 matches. The team has 4 wins, 8 draws, and 21 losses, with a goal difference of 34:67 and a very poor form, having lost several games in a row.
Offensively, they are limited, with Flemming as the top scorer with 9 goals, while Anthony provides minimal support. Defensively, they are one of the weakest teams in the league. At home, they have 2 wins, 5 draws, and 9 losses, with a goal difference of 15:25. Their style of play is open, but lacks the necessary stability.
Manchester City is in 2nd place with 67 points after 32 matches. The team has 20 wins, 7 draws, and 5 losses, with a goal difference of 65:29 and excellent form.
Offensively, they are dominant, with Haaland as the main scorer with 23 goals, while Semenyo and Foden provide strong support. Defensively, they are stable and well-organized. Away from home, they have 8 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses, with a goal difference of 27:17. Their style of play is offensive, with complete control of the game.
Manchester City is the clear favorite due to the huge difference in quality and form, while Burnley has serious problems in all areas. I expect the visitors to dominate from the very start and create a lot of chances.
2 & 3+ (Manchester City to Win & Over2.5)
Predicted CS: 0-4
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Sunderland vs Nottingham
Sunderland is currently in 11th place with 46 points after playing 33 matches. The team has 12 wins, 10 draws, and 11 losses, with a goal difference of 36:40 and inconsistent form.
They have a solid offensive presence, with Brobbey as the top scorer with 6 goals, while Isidor and Le Fee provide good support. However, their defense is shaky and they often concede goals. At home, they are quite stable, with 8 wins, 5 draws, and 3 losses, and a goal difference of 23:14. Their style of play is balanced, focusing on transitions.
Nottingham is in 16th place with 36 points after 33 matches. The team has 9 wins, 9 draws, and 15 losses, with a goal difference of 36:45 and improved form in recent games.
Offensively, they rely on Gibbs-White, who has scored 12 goals, while Igor Jesus and Hudson-Odoi provide significant support. Defensively, they are vulnerable, especially away from home. On the road, they have 5 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of 18:24. Their style of play is open, which leaves gaps in their defense.
Sunderland has the advantage due to their home ground and more stable performance at home, while Nottingham is dangerous in transition. A close match is expected with chances for both sides.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 1-1
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Fulham vs Aston Villa
Fulham is currently in 12th place with 45 points after playing 33 matches. The team has 13 wins, 6 draws, and 14 losses, with a goal difference of 43:46 and inconsistent form.
They have a solid offensive presence, with Wilson as the top scorer, netting 10 goals, while Jimenez and Iwobi provide good support. Their defense has some ups and downs, and they tend to concede goals. At home, they are quite stable, achieving 9 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses, with a goal difference of 27:19. Their style of play is balanced, focusing on transitions.
Aston Villa is sitting in 4th place with 58 points from 33 matches played. The team boasts 17 wins, 7 draws, and 9 losses, with a goal difference of 47:41 and good form.
Offensively, they rely on Watkins, who has scored 11 goals, while Rogers and Buendia offer significant support. Defensively, they are solid but not always completely reliable. When playing away, they have 6 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses, with a goal difference of 20:23. Their style of play is offensive, featuring quick attacks.
A close match is expected with chances on both sides, considering the offensive potential of both teams. Fulham can be tricky at home, but Aston Villa has the upper hand in quality.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 1-2
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Liverpool vs Crystal Palace
Liverpool is currently in 5th place with 55 points after playing 33 matches. The team has 16 wins, 7 draws, and 10 losses, with a goal difference of 54:43 and inconsistent form.
They have quality in attack, with Salah and Gakpo provide strong support, Ekitike as the top scorer with 11 goals will miss this game because injury. Their defense has some ups and downs, especially against tougher opponents. At home, they are solid, with 9 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses, and a goal difference of 29:17. Their style of play is offensive, featuring high pressing.
Crystal Palace is in 13th place with 43 points after 32 matches. The team has 11 wins, 10 draws, and 11 losses, with a goal difference of 35:36 and decent form.
In attack, they rely on Mateta, who has scored 10 goals, while Sarr and Larsen offer good support. Defensively, they are relatively stable, but can crack under pressure. Away from home, they have 7 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses, with a goal difference of 19:17. Their style of play is direct, focusing on quick counterattacks.
Liverpool has the advantage due to playing at home and having a stronger attack, but Crystal Palace can be dangerous in transition. A dynamic match is expected with chances for both sides.
1 (Liverpool to Win)
Predicted CS: 2-1
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West Ham vs Everton
West Ham is currently in 17th place with 33 points after playing 32 matches. The team has 8 wins, 9 draws, and 16 losses, with a goal difference of 40:57 and inconsistent form.
They have a decent offensive presence, led by Bowen who has scored 8 goals, while Summerville and Wilson provide support. However, they face serious issues in defense and often concede goals. At home, they have 4 wins, 4 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of 22:28. Their style of play is open and carries a lot of risk.
Everton is sitting in 10th place with 47 points after 33 matches. The team has 13 wins, 8 draws, and 12 losses, with a goal difference of 40:39 and solid form.
Offensively, they rely on Beto who has scored 8 goals, while Dewsbury-Hall and Ndiaye provide quality support. Defensively, they are more stable than the home team. Away from home, they have 7 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses, with a goal difference of 18:18. Their style of play is balanced, focusing on counter-attacks.
Everton has a slight edge due to better organization and form, while West Ham struggles with defensive issues. A close match is expected with chances for both sides, and the home team looks likely to earn some points.
1X (West Ham to Win or Draw)
Predicted CS: 1-1
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Wolves vs Tottenham
Wolves are currently in 20th place with 17 points after playing 33 matches. The team has 3 wins, 8 draws, and 22 losses, with a goal difference of 24:61 and a very poor form.
Offensively, they are limited and lack a standout scorer, as Arokodare and Gomes have made minimal contributions. Defensively, they are one of the weakest teams in the league. At home, they have 3 wins, 3 draws, and 10 losses, with a goal difference of 17:31. Their style of play is open, but not well organized.
Tottenham is in 18th place with 31 points after 33 matches. The team has 7 wins, 10 draws, and 16 losses, with a goal difference of 42:53 and an unstable form.
Offensively, they rely on Richarlison, who has scored 9 goals, while Romero and Van de Ven also contribute. Defensively, they have serious weaknesses. Away from home, they have 5 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses, with a goal difference of 22:23. Their style of play is offensive, with high risk.
An open and chaotic match is expected between these two teams with weak defenses. Tottenham has a slight advantage due to their greater attacking quality.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 1-2
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Arsenal vs Newcastle
Arsenal is in 1st place with 70 points after playing 33 matches. The team has 21 wins, 7 draws, and 5 losses, with a goal difference of 63:26 and generally good form.
They are very strong offensively, with Gyökeres as the top scorer with 12 goals, while Saka and Eze provide creative support. Defensively, they are stable and well-organized. At home, they are dominant, with 12 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, and a goal difference of 36:11. Their style of play is offensive, with complete control of the game.
Newcastle is in 14th place with 42 points after playing 33 matches. The team has 12 wins, 6 draws, and 15 losses, with a goal difference of 46:49 and poor form, marked by a series of losses.
Offensively, they rely on Bruno Guimarães with 9 goals, while Woltemade and Gordon provide support. Defensively, they have serious problems and often concede goals. Away from home, they have 4 wins, 4 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of 16:21. Their style of play is open but unstable.
Arsenal is clearly the favorite due to their form, quality, and home advantage, while Newcastle is struggling and has defensive issues. It is expected that the home team will dominate, create more chances, and win the match.
1 & 3+ (Arsenal to Win & Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 3-0
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Manchester Utd vs Brentford
Manchester Utd is in 3rd place with 58 points after playing 33 matches. The team has 16 wins, 10 draws, and 7 losses, with a goal difference of 58:45 and a solid form.
They have quality in attack, with Mbeumo and Šeško as the top scorers, each with 9 goals, while Fernandes is a key creator. Their defense has some ups and downs. At home, they are strong, with 10 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses, and a goal difference of 31:19. Their style of play is offensive and fast-paced.
Brentford is in 7th place with 48 points after 33 matches. The team has 13 wins, 9 draws, and 11 losses, with a goal difference of 48:44 and a stable form.
They are very dangerous in attack, with Thiago as the top scorer with 21 goals, while Schade and Ouattara provide support. Defensively, they are solid but can concede goals. Away from home, they have 6 wins, 2 draws, and 8 losses, with a goal difference of 20:25. Their style of play is direct, with quick attacks.
Manchester Utd has the advantage of playing at home and individual quality, but Brentford is a tough opponent with a strong attack. Still, I expect the home team to secure the three points.
1 (Manchester Utd to Win)
Predicted CS: 2-1
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Comparisons with Premier League Matchweek 33 predictions and upcoming insights in Premier League Matchweek 35 predictions help place this matchweek in a broader context.
