The Premier League stage is set again to load some exciting fixtures for matchday nine. This weekend action will start on Friday with Leicester City hosting Nottingham Forest, followed by a five-game clash on Saturday, and then the Super Sunday will load four exciting league games, including an Arsenal clash with Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium. Ahead of these games, our expert analysts have provided you assistance with some of the matchday eight statistics and any betting tips to wager your money on for this week.
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Leicester vs Nottingham Forest: Forest to excel away in the East Midlands derby
- Date: 25/10/2024
- Kick-off: 20:00 PM
- Stadium: King Power Stadium (Leicester)
Leicester City are currently on a two-match winning streak in the league, having ended their opening six-match winless run. The Foxes managed to beat Bournemouth 1-0 at home, and then in their last match they had to overcome a two-goal deficit to win a 3-2 against Southampton. Leicester have recorded one win at home from their opening four league games.
On the other hand, Nottingham Forest have been one of the most improved teams this season and have only lost one of their opening eight league matches. Forest have picked up 13 points to sit up in eighth place in the league standings and will feel confident coming into this game after beating Crystal Palace 1-0 at home in their last game on Monday night.
Prediction: Leicester enter this game in good spirits, but Forest seems to be the better side, as they have been so good when playing on the road. Forest have remained unbeaten in their away games, recording victories against Liverpool and Southampton while playing draws to Brighton and Chelsea. So we predict Forest to win the match, and you can also stake on both teams to score options.
Leicester vs Nottingham Forest Match Odds
| Bookmakers | Leicester to Win | Draw | Forest to Win |
| 1xBet | 3.14 | 3.46 | 2.39 |
| Betway | 3.05 | 3.35 | 2.36 |
Manchester City vs Southampton: City to cruise to victory at home
- Date: 26/10/2024
- Kick-off: 15:00
- Stadium: Etihad Stadium
Defending Champions Manchester City enters matchday nine with solid form, having remained the only team in the league that has yet to taste a defeat in the new campaign. The Citizens brutally defeat Sparta Prague 5-0 in the UEFA Champions League as they make it four successive wins in all competitions. The last time out in the league, Pep Guardiola's side had to strike late through a Stones header in the stoppage time to secure a dramatic 2-1 win over Wolverhampton. Manchester City are on their longest-ever unbeaten league run of 31 league games.
Meanwhile, Southampton have struggled in the Premier League since securing promotion from the EFL Championship. The Saints have failed to win any of their eight games, with their only point coming against Ipswich Town in a 1-1 draw. They are currently on a three-match losing streak in the league, losing to Bournemouth, Arsenal, and Leicester City.
Predictions: Manchester City are considered the heavy favorite in this game, and we expect them to cruise to victory and make 32 unbeaten league runs. We predict that Erling Haaland, who scored a brace in Manchester City cruising in the Champions League phase, will score at any time in the match.
Manchester City vs Southampton Match Odds
| Bookmakers | Manchester City to Win | Draw | Southampton to Win |
| Betway | 1.12 | 9.60 | 19.00 |
| 1xBet | 1.13 | 10.50 | 20.00 |
| Bet365 | 1.11 | 10.00 | 17.00 |
Aston Villa vs Bournemouth: Villa to continue their impressive form at home
- Date: 26/10/2024
- Kick-off: 15:00
- Stadium: Villa Park Stadium
Aston Villa have made a brilliant start to the new season, as the Vilians have remained unbeaten in their last ten matches in all competitions, including their debut Champions League season. The Villians sit at the top of the Champions League phase table with nine points and are yet to concede despite playing against tough opponents like Young Boys, Bayern Munich, and Bologna. Unai Emery’s side will be hoping to cement their top-four position for the second consecutive season. Villa, in their last league outing, beat Fulham 3-1 away despite conceding an early goal in the first half.
Meanwhile, Bournemouth will enter this clash with huge confidence after beating 10-man Arsenal in their last match by a 2-0 scoreline. The Cherries took advantage of Saliba’s red card and took complete control of the game. However, they are currently on a two-match away losing streak in the league, and this will make their trip to Villa Park a hard contest.
Prediction: Aston have been strong so far when playing in front of their fans, as their only defeat of the season was against Arsenal on matchday two. We believe the Villians will capitalize on Bournemouth's poor away record and get a win in the match.
Aston Villa vs Bournemouth Match Odds
| Bookmakers | Aston Villa to Win | Draw | Bournemouth to Win |
| Bet365 | 1.85 | 3.90 | 3.80 |
| 1xbet | 1.91 | 3.96 | 4.03 |
| Betway | 1.84 | 4.00 | 3.95 |
Chelsea vs Newcastle United: Both teams to score
- Date: 27/10/2024
- Kick-off: 15:00
- Stadium: Stamford Bridge Stadium
Chelsea comes into their Premier League clash on the back of a 4-1 win over Panathinaikos in the Conference League. The Blues have been in excellent form despite starting their season with an opening 2-0 defeat to Manchester City. They ended their six-game unbeaten run with a narrow 2-1 defeat at the Anfield stadium against Liverpool last weekend, and Enzo Maresca will be hoping to see his side spark back to form. Chelsea's frontline has been good, as they have scored a goal in each of their last 12 games in all competitions.
Meanwhile, Newcastle enters their clash with the London side Chelsea on the back of a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Brighton last weekend. The defeat left Eddie Howe frustrated with his side failing to convert their chances in the match. The Magpies have now suffered their second defeat of the season in the league, and as a result, they sit ninth in the league table with 12 points.
Prediction: We predict both teams to score in this match considering that the last three encounters between the two sides have resulted in both teams scoring.
Chelsea vs Newcastle United Match Odds
| Bookmakers | Chelsea to Win | Draw | Newcastle to Win |
| 1xBet | 1.80 | 4.33 | 4.17 |
| Bet365 | 1.75 | 4.20 | 4.00 |
| Betway | 1.77 | 4.20 | 4.00 |
Arsenal vs Liverpool: Expect a lot of goals from the title contenders
- Date: 27/10/2024
- Kick-off: 17:30
- Stadium: Emirates Stadium
Arsenal come into this huge clash on the back of a 1-0 tricky test against Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League. The Gunners ended their unbeaten run in all competitions last weekend with a surprising 2-0 defeat against Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. However, playing at home has been a huge strength for Mikel Arteta's men, as they have won all of their home league matches and are unbeaten in all competitions played at home.
Liverpool will enter this contest on the back of a stunning run of form. Their only dents of the season in all competitions was a shocking 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest at the Anfield. However, since the defeat, Arne Slot's side has won each of the matches they have been involved in this season, and this will provide the Reds with the confidence they need to go to the Emirates Stadium. Liverpool have won their opening three Champions League matches, which keep them second behind Aston Villa in the Champions League standings.
Prediction: We expect a high scoring result between two teams who have been in great scoring form. Bet both teams to score.
Arsenal vs Liverpool Match Odds
| Bookmakers | Arsenal to Win | Draw | Liverpool to Win |
| Bet365 | 2.50 | 3.25 | 2.90 |
| Betway | 2.50 | 3.30 | 2.85 |
| 1xBet | 2.51 | 3.30 | 2.86 |
Our Picks for Premier League Matchday 9
| Match | Betting Selection | Odds | Bookmaker |
| Leicester vs Nottingham Forest | Forest to Win | 2.36 | Betway |
| Manchester City vs Southampton | Haaland to Score at Anytime | 1.40 | 1xBet |
| Aston Villa vs Bournemouth | Aston Villa to Win | 1.84 | Betway |
| Chelsea vs Newcastle United | Both Teams to Score | 1.44 | Bet365 |
| Arsenal vs Liverpool | Both teams to Score and Over 2,5 Goals | 1.90 | Bet365 |
