January 12th 2024.
As we enter the weekend, all eyes are on the Premier League fixtures, with only five games on the schedule due to the winter break. But don't let the smaller number of games fool you, there are still some exciting matches to look forward to.
Saturday kicks off with a highly anticipated west London derby between Chelsea and Fulham. Both teams are coming off of midweek defeats in the Carabao Cup semi-finals, so they will be looking to bounce back with a win. And with Betfair Ambassador Dimitar Berbatov previewing the action, we can expect some insightful analysis.
On Sunday, all eyes will be on Old Trafford as Jim Ratcliffe, who recently acquired a 25% stake in the club, attends his first match. But before that, we have a match between Burnley and Luton, which is crucial for both teams. Burnley can close the gap to just one point with a win, while Luton can widen the gap and secure a more comfortable lead. Berbatov predicts a 2-1 win for Burnley.
Next up, we have the highly unpredictable Chelsea facing off against Fulham. With so many teams struggling to score goals, the importance of having a reliable striker is evident. Berbatov notes how this impacts the game and predicts a draw for this match based on Chelsea's recent performance against Middlesbrough.
Newcastle's match against Manchester City is also an intriguing one. While Berbatov wants Newcastle to pull off an upset, he predicts a draw for this game. He points out how City can't afford to drop points, but also acknowledges the unpredictable nature of Newcastle and their passionate fans.
The Everton vs Aston Villa match is also one to watch, as both teams have different motivations. While Everton needs the points, Aston Villa is aiming to put pressure on the bigger teams. Berbatov predicts a 3-1 win for Aston Villa.
Finally, the weekend wraps up with a highly anticipated match between Manchester United and Tottenham. Berbatov predicts a tight game, with United coming out on top with a 1-0 win. However, he acknowledges the pressure on both teams and hopes for an exciting game.
To hear more from Berbatov, make sure to listen to him on this week's episode of the Football...Only Bettor podcast. And with Paul Merson also making predictions for the top four and Tottenham receiving an injury boost, it's shaping up to be an exciting weekend in the Premier League.
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