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Premier League: Preview, predicted lineups and predictions of ‘Matchday 33’ Sunday fixtures

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Premier League: Preview, predicted lineups and predictions of ‘Matchday 33’ Sunday fixtures
Premier League: Preview, predicted lineups and predictions of ‘Matchday 33’ Sunday fixtures

New Delhi: The Premier League season is hurtling towards its climax, with just five crucial matchdays remaining. As the action from Matchday 33 unfolded yesterday, Man City and Aston Villa won their respective fixtures as they aim for Champions League qualification. Brentford also registered a 4-2 win over Brighton, while West Ham and Southampton drew, as did Crystal Palace and Bournemouth. The race for coveted European spots is particularly fierce, with several clubs vying for a top-five finish to secure qualification for the Champions League.

As the action intensifies, the weekend matches are set to bring more excitement with four crucial fixtures kicking off tonight. But before the action begins, let’s take a closer look at which teams hold the upper hand.

Ipswich Town vs Arsenal (6:30 pm IST)

Sunday’s clash between Arsenal and Ipswich Town at Portman Road could prove decisive at both ends of the Premier League table. While Arsenal’s slim hopes of clinching the title are on the line, Ipswich are staring at potential relegation. Mikel Arteta’s side arrive riding high on confidence after knocking out Real Madrid to reach their first Champions League semi-final since 2009. But with domestic ambitions still hanging by a thread, anything less than a win could officially end their title challenge if Liverpool also triumph over Leicester.

Meanwhile, Ipswich Town must pull off an upset to keep their survival hopes alive. A loss, coupled with positive results for West Ham and Wolves, would confirm their drop to the Championship. The hosts have lost six straight at home and surrendered more points from winning positions than any other team this season, making Arsenal heavy favourites for this must-win encounter.

Ipswich Town: Palmer; Tuanzebe, O’Shea, Burgess, Davis; Morsy, Cajuste; Johnson, Enciso, Clarke; Delap

Arsenal: Raya; White, Saliba, Kiwior, Tierney; Odegaard, Zinchenko, Rice; Nwaneri, Merino, Trossard

Prediction: Ipswich Town 1-3 Arsenal

Manchester United vs Wolves (6:30 pm IST)

After registering one of the most iconic comebacks in the club’s history, Manchester United will aim to maintain their momentum when they take on Wolves tonight. United stunned Lyon with three goals in six extra-time minutes to book a Europa League semi-final spot, offering a much-needed boost in what’s been a forgettable league season. With just 38 points and no wins in their last three top-flight outings, the Red Devils sit 14th and will be desperate to avoid sliding further down the table.

Meanwhile, Wolves arrive in top form, unbeaten in five and fresh off a 4-2 win over Spurs. Vitor Pereira’s men have collected 13 points from their last 15 and will aim to extend that momentum, especially given their solid away record this season. A win could also seal Ipswich’s relegation fate.

Manchester United: Onana; Yoro, Lindelof, Shaw; Dalot, Eriksen, Ugarte, Amass; Fernandes, Garnarcho; Hojlund

Wolves: Sa; Doherty, Agbadou, T Gomes; Semedo, Andre, J Gomes, Nouri; Munetsi, Cunha; Larsen

Prediction: West Ham 2-0 Southampton

Fulham vs Chelsea (6:30 pm IST)

Chelsea will aim to revive their Champions League push when they travel to Craven Cottage on Sunday for a London derby against Fulham. Enzo Maresca’s side, currently sixth, are just a point behind Manchester City in fifth but have failed to win three of their last four league games. After a poor first-half showing against Ipswich last weekend, the Blues had to dig deep to earn a 2-2 draw. Their midweek Conference League loss to Legia Warsaw didn’t dent their semi-final hopes thanks to a strong first-leg cushion.

Fulham, meanwhile, are clinging to European hopes of their own. Marco Silva’s side sit ninth after a narrow 1-0 loss to Bournemouth and have conceded first in each of their last four outings. With defensive issues piling up, Fulham will need a sharper display to upset a Chelsea side that hasn’t won away since early December.

Fulham: Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Lukic, Berge; Iwobi, Pereira, Sessegnon; Jimenez

Chelsea: Sanchez; Gusto, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Madueke, Palmer, Neto; Jackson

Prediction: Fulham 1-1 Chelsea

Leicester City vs Liverpool (9 pm IST)

All eyes will be on the King Power Stadium tonight as Liverpool looks to move within touching distance of the Premier League title while Leicester City face the grim reality of relegation. The Reds can be crowned champions this weekend if they beat Leicester and Arsenal fail to win against Ipswich.

Arne Slot’s men are in firm control after a gritty win over West Ham, with Virgil van Dijk and Luis Diaz leading the charge. They’ve scored at least twice in 11 of their last 12 away league games and look determined to finish the job.

For Leicester, the situation is bleak. They sit 17 points from safety with only 18 left to play for. Even a rare win might not be enough if other results don’t go their way. After finally ending an eight-game goal drought, the Foxes must now dig deep to avoid confirming their drop in front of their home fans.

Leicester City: Hermansen; Pereira, Okoli, Coady, Justin; Ndidi, Soumare; McAteer, El Khannouss, Mavididi; Vardy

Liverpool: Alisson; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Diaz; Gakpo

Prediction: Leicester City 1-4 Liverpool 

Where to watch Premier League Matchday 33 fixtures? 

As Premier League Matchday 33 kicks off tonight, fans can watch the action live 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.

 Check out the detailed preview and predicted lineups of Premier League Matchday 33 Sunday fixtures, where top teams prepare for intense battles. Also, find out where to watch the Premier League’s matchday 33 fixtures.  Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today

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