New Delhi: Matchday 22 of the Premier League promises thrilling encounters as teams battle it out to climb the table and secure vital points. Newcastle United will continue to dazzle with their stellar form, boasting nine consecutive wins across all competitions. Bournemouth are unbeaten in their last 10 matches, and will look to challenge the Magpies at St James’ Park. Meanwhile, West Ham and Crystal Palace lock horns at the London Stadium, with both sides eager to secure back-to-back wins to bolster their league standings.
In other fixtures, Liverpool will travel to Brentford in search of their first league win of 2025, while Leicester City, mired in a relegation battle, host a confident Fulham side at the King Power Stadium. The day wraps up with an enticing clash at the Emirates as Arsenal welcomes Aston Villa, with both teams chasing Champions League ambitions. So, before the action starts, let’s take a closer look at which team holds the upper hand over the other.
Newcastle United vs Bournemouth (6 pm IST)
Back to business at St. James’ Park! 😍 pic.twitter.com/x5WjDCnLtR
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) January 18, 2025
Newcastle United will host Bournemouth at St James’ Park in a Premier League clash with both teams aiming for Champions League qualification. The Magpies are in excellent form, having won nine consecutive games across all competitions. Their star forward, Alexander Isak, is on fire, scoring in eight straight matches and contributing with assists. With five straight home wins, including a 3-0 victory over Wolves, Newcastle are eager to continue their momentum. However, they have never kept a clean sheet against Bournemouth at home in the league, making this match an exciting challenge.
On the other hand, under Andoni Iraola, Bournemouth have been impressive lately, maintaining an unbeaten run of 10 matches across all competitions. They are just four points behind Newcastle and will look to close the gap. Despite a late equalizer by Chelsea in their last fixture, Bournemouth remain confident, especially with their strong away performances this season. They have scored at least two goals in each of their previous five away games and will be hopeful of causing an upset at St James’ Park.
Newcastle: Dubravka; Livramento, Botman, Schar, Hall; Guimaraes, Tonali, Joelinton; Murphy, Isak, Gordon
Bournemouth: Kepa; Cook, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Christie, Adams; Brooks, Kluivert, Semenyo; Ouattara
Prediction: Newcastle United 2-1 Bournemouth
West Ham vs Crystal Palace (8:30 pm IST)
Ready for another clash in the capital ✊
COME ON YOU IRONS! ⚒️ pic.twitter.com/F9lrtykdVs
— West Ham United (@WestHam) January 18, 2025
West Ham United will host Crystal Palace at the London Stadium as both teams are looking to secure back-to-back wins. Under Graham Potter West Ham have bounced back from a 2-1 FA Cup defeat to Aston Villa with a 3-2 win over Fulham in their last Premier League outing. Despite a nervy finish, the Hammers secured a much-needed victory and climbed to 13th place in the table. However, they have not won consecutive league games since last February/March and will be aiming to do so for the first time in over a year. West Ham’s record against Crystal Palace at home is strong, having scored in their last 21 Premier League meetings, their longest streak against any opponent.
On the other hand, Crystal Palace are in good form and are unbeaten in their last five games across all competitions. Their 2-0 win against Leicester City extended their unbeaten away run to six matches, the longest in the club’s top-flight history since 1992. However, Palace’s record in London derbies leaves much to be desired as they have won just one of their last 22 away encounters in the capital. Their recent form at West Ham is promising as they are unbeaten in their last five trips to the London Stadium which will give them confidence heading into the match.
West Ham: Fabianski; Wan-Bissaka, Mavropanos, Kilman, Emerson; Alvarez, Rodriguez; Kudus, Soucek, Soler; Paqueta
Crystal Palace: Henderson; Richards, Lacroix, Guehi; Munoz, Hughes, Doucoure, Mitchell; Sarr, Eze; Mateta
Prediction: West Ham 2-2 Crystal Palace
Brentford vs Liverpool (8:30 pm IST)
🟢 M A T C H D A Y 🟢
A trip to the capital as we face Brentford in the @premierleague 👊#WalkOn | #BRELIV pic.twitter.com/CIvS1r4Jk2
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) January 18, 2025
Liverpool faces a crucial test as they visit Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium tonight looking for their first Premier League win of 2025. The Reds are eager to bounce back after a frustrating 1-1 draw with title rivals Nottingham Forest. Despite recent setbacks, including a 4-0 FA Cup victory against Accrington Stanley, Arne Slot’s team maintains a four-point lead at the top. However, Arsenal has narrowed this gap with their win in the North London derby. Liverpool’s unbeaten run now stands at 16 games but they have yet to win in 2025, and failure to secure all three points against Brentford would mark their first three-game winless streak in the league since mid-2023.
Meanwhile, Brentford are clinging to a top-half spot but are struggling with form. So far they have won only one of their last eight matches across all competitions. Their recent 2-2 draw with Manchester City at home was a much-needed point but their home form has been disappointing with several defeats against lower-ranked sides this season. Liverpool have won all last four Premier League meetings, and the Bees will have to improve defensively if they are to stop the Reds.
Brentford: Flekken; Roerslev, Van den Berg, Collins, Lewis-Potter; Norgaard, Janelt, Jensen; Mbeumo, Wissa, Damsgaard
Liverpool: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Salah, Jones, Gakpo; Nunez
Prediction: Brentford 1-2 Liverpool
Leicester City vs Fulham (8:30 pm IST)
On the road. 🛣️#LEIFUL pic.twitter.com/D0v1AaF0Pn
— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) January 18, 2025
Leicester City will aim to turn their fortunes around as they host Fulham at the King Power Stadium. The Foxes are struggling at the bottom of the Premier League and have failed to win any of their last seven matches, including six straight defeats. Their most recent setback was a 2-0 home loss to Crystal Palace, marking their third consecutive home defeat without scoring. With Leicester sitting 19th in the league, only two points away from safety, manager Ruud van Nistelrooy knows the importance of a swift revival to avoid relegation.
On the other hand, Fulham are in a more comfortable position despite a 3-2 defeat to West Ham in their last outing, which ended their impressive nine-game unbeaten streak. Marco Silva’s men have been one of the surprise packages this season, sitting 10th in the Premier League and just five points behind the top seven. Their form on the road has been strong, scoring in each of their last nine away matches and they have a solid record against Leicester, winning six of their 11 top-flight meetings with the Foxes.
Leicester City: Stolarczyk; Justin, Faes, Vestergaard, Kristiansen; Winks, Soumare; Ayew, Buonanotte, McAteer; Vardy
Fulham: Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Pereira, Lukic; Wilson, Smith Rowe, Iwobi; Jimenez
Prediction: Leicester City 1-3 Fulham
Arsenal vs Aston Villa (11 pm IST)
🔴 𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛𝘿𝘼𝙔 ⚪️
🆚 Aston Villa
🕠 5.30pm (UK)
🏆 Premier League
🏟 Emirates Stadium pic.twitter.com/oBJPBYUHVc— Arsenal (@Arsenal) January 18, 2025
Unai Emery is set to make a return to the Emirates as Aston Villa head coach, aiming to replicate his past success against Arsenal in tonight’s Premier League showdown. Emery, who masterminded Villa’s 2-0 triumph at Emirates last April, will be eager to derail the Gunners’ title charge once again.
Arsenal comes into the match with boosted confidence after a 2-1 North London derby win over Tottenham Hotspur midweek, capitalizing on slip-ups from rivals to reclaim second place in the league. Goals from Dominic Solanke (own goal) and Leandro Trossard ensured a critical victory for Mikel Arteta’s side, who boast the best home record in the league this season with 24 points from 30.
Sitting four points behind leaders Liverpool, the Gunners remain unbeaten at home in the Premier League but will be mindful of last season’s home defeat to Villa, which played a part in their title heartbreak. Arteta’s men avenged that loss with a 2-0 win at Villa Park in August and will look to prove their credentials further with another win.
Meanwhile, Vilans are riding high after three consecutive victories in all competitions, including a 1-0 win at Everton on Wednesday, courtesy of Ollie Watkins’ goal. Emery’s side is now seventh in the table and are just three points adrift of the Champions League spots. However, their previous away struggles could be a concern against a formidable Arsenal side.
Arsenal: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Partey, Rice; Martinelli, Havertz, Trossard
Aston Villa: Martinez; Cash, Konsa, Mings, Digne; Kamara, Onana; Rogers, Tielemans, Bailey; Watkins
Prediction: Arsenal 1-0 Aston Villa
Where to watch Premier League Matchday 22 fixtures?
As Premier League Matchday 22 gets underway, fans can enjoy all the action either on television or by streaming. The matches will be available on the Star Sports network and those who prefer to stream can catch the games live on Disney+ Hotstar.
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