The English Premier League returns after two weeks off, and with England now guaranteed a fifth Champions League position, the top five race becomes even bigger! There’s also crucial games in the relegation battle, in what’s set to be a massive weekend of football. Check out our best bets for Week 32 below!
EPL 2025-26: Matchday 32 Preview & Betting Tips
West Ham vs Wolverhampton
London Stadium, Saturday 11th April, 5:00am AEST
Matchday 32 kicks off with a massive game in the relegation battle as 18th placed West Ham host Wolverhampton, who are sitting at the bottom of the table. While Wolves and Burnley are almost certain to be relegated, West Ham are only one point behind 17th placed Tottenham, so this presents as a golden opportunity to get into safety. Wolverhampton are in their best patch of form this season, with two of their three wins coming in their last three games.
With Tottenham facing a difficult away fixture against Sunderland, a win over Wolves would likely see West Ham out of the relegation zone. Both West Ham and Wolverhampton rank in the bottom three for both goals scored and goals conceded, struggling for consistency at both ends of the pitch. It’s going to be a scrappy affair, which will be decided by which team can make the most of their limited oppporunties and minimise mistakes.
As it often is in games between relegation sides, home ground advantage is massive. Wolves are yet to win an away game this season, with an 0-5-10 record in away games, with a -16 goal difference. West Ham have a great record against Wolverhampton, winning seven of their last eleven Premier League fixtures against Wolves. Although Wolves aren’t mathematically relegated, however being 13 points away from safety with eight games to go means they are basically there. With the Hammers having a genuine chance of avoiding the drop, they should come into this clash with much greater desperation, and they will pick up a crucial win at home last night.
West Ham to Win
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Liverpool vs Fulham
Anfield, Sunday 12th April, 2:30am AEST
With Arsenal winning their Champions League match during the week, the Premier League will have a fifth Champions League representative, meaning fifth position becomes all the more valuable in the final weeks of the season. Liverpool currently occupy fifth position, while Fulham are five points behind the Reds, meaning this game gives Fulham a big opportunity to be in the hunt for a Champions League place. Liverpool are winless from their last three games, while Fulham have won three of their last five league fixtures.
Liverpool will be looking for a lift from their front three, with their attacking game struggling over the past two months. Outside of their 5-2 win against West Ham on Matchday 28, the Reds haven’t scored more than one goal in a game across their last seven Premier League fixtures. The Reds were comprehensively beaten by PSG 2-0 on Thursday and 4-0 in the FA Cup last week against Man City. At their best, their attacking game will give Fulham plenty of issues, but the question will be can they produce their best?
One area where Liverpool will gain an upper hand is in the possession battle, with the Reds the number one ranked team in the Premier League for possession (60.2%). If Liverpool can deny Fulham time in possession, it’s going to be tough for Fulham to create enough quality looks at goal. Liverpool should win this game, however given the form of both sides, the total goals market provides the best value. With Liverpool’s recent struggles in attack, all signs point towards a low scoring affair at Anfield.
Total Goals Under 2.5
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Chelsea vs Manchester City
Stamford Bridge, Monday 13th April, 1:30am AEST
Two draws in their last two games has all but ended Manchester City’s title aspirations, with Pep Guardiola’s side now nine points behind league leaders Arsenal. This game however now becomes crucial for Chelsea, who are one point behind fifth placed Liverpool. Given City are thirteen points clear inside of the top five, they won’t miss out on Champions League football, so there isn’t much for City to gain out of their remaining eight games.
Both teams love to possess the ball, ranking in the top three in the league for possession with Manchester City averaging 60.1% possession and Chelsea averaging 59.2%. The midfield battle will be crucial in deciding who will dictate proceedings in this game, if Chelsea can deny City easy possession, it will make this game a tough outing for Pep Guardiola's side. Given Chelsea are still in the hunt for the top five, expect them to play a low risk brand and try to take any points they can against City.
These two sides have had a habit of playing draws in recent seasons, with three of the last five Premier League fixtures between Chelsea and Manchester City ending in a draw - including their last match back in January. Since the turn of the calendar year, six of Man City’s twelve Premier League games have been draws, while Chelsea have recorded two draws in their last six games in the league. It will be a back and forth affair at Stamford Bridge, which will ultimately end in a stalemate.
