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Aston Villa’s Managerial Shift from Steven Gerrard to Unai Emery As part of our series about important Premier League managerial changes, today we will be looking at the transformative effect that the appointment of Unai Emery has had at Aston Villa. Gerrard’s Tenure in Birmingham While an EPL legend in his own right, as evidenced by his inclusion in the Premier League Hall of Fame, Steven Gerrard’s managerial career has not risen to the same heights as his playing days. After a short stint in charge of the Liverpool U18/U19 squads, he took the reins at Glasgow Rangers in 2018,…
What We Learned this Midweek Quite a bit to unpack today, since there were 6 games from Tuesday to Thursday, and a lot at stake in most of them. So what did we find out thanks to these matches? Title Race Continues at Breakneck Speed All 3 title contenders were in action this midweek, but not everyone will be best pleased (more on that later). Arsenal and Manchester City won their games by big scorelines, and we learned that De Bruyne can head the ball into the onion bag quite well. HIGHLIGHTS! RAMPANT CITY CLOSE GAP ON GUNNERS | Brighton…
Premier League Midweek Awards Since we had 6 games this midweek, it is once again time to give out our awards here at EPLNews. The most important games saw Arsenal thrash Chelsea to continue setting the pace in this thrilling title race, Everton beat Liverpool 2-0 in the 244th Merseyside derby to distance themselves from the relegation battle (and all but kick the Reds out of the title race as a bonus), and City taking Brighton apart on the south coast. So what impressed us? What made us laugh? And what left us wondering where it all went wrong? Best Player While it would…
Gameweek 35: Best FPL Tips Another Fantasy Premier League double game week is upon us but this time, only one game makes it a ‘double’. There isn’t much of an opportunity for fantasy managers in gameweek 35. We are not going to act as if most managers still have all their chips either. However, we will deliver the best analysis you can find on the internet as you prepare to launch your teams against your friends in your mini-league and mini-FPL cups. Also, in this week’s analysis, we will be focusing more on wildcard selections because the league is rounding up.…
West Ham vs Liverpool Preview West Ham United host Liverpool in the Premier League’s early kick-off this weekend, and both teams are visibly feeling the strain as the season draws to a close. The Hammers and the Reds saw their European dreams falter earlier this month with UEFA Europa League quarter-final eliminations. West Ham followed up their exit with a demoralising 5-2 defeat against Crystal Palace, a result that damaged their chances of finishing in the top seven this season. Hammers’ Home Comforts A return to the London Stadium might offer West Ham some relief after just one win from their last…
Fulham vs Crystal Palace Preview Fulham are currently three points ahead of Crystal Palace in the Premier League standings, but their recent form has been concerning. With just one win in their last five league games (D1, L3), the Cottagers have already lost 16 matches this season, matching their total defeats from the entire last campaign. Manager Marco Silva needs a strong finish to secure consecutive top-ten finishes for the first time since 2011/12. Despite the recent dip, Fulham’s form at Craven Cottage has been mostly positive, with nine wins from 17 home games this season (W9, L7). Interestingly, they have…
Manchester United vs Burnley Preview Manchester United’s recent 4-2 win over Sheffield United on Wednesday was a much-needed boost after their FA Cup semi-final troubles, though it did not come without its own issues. Manager Erik ten Hag praised his team’s resilience as they twice came from behind to secure the victory. This result ended a four-match winless run in the Premier League (D3, L1) and propelled the Red Devils back into the top-six. As they prepare to face relegation-threatened Burnley, United will aim to maintain their momentum. Manchester United: Seeking Consistency and Stability Home Form Improving United’s return to form…
Newcastle vs Sheffield United Preview After a disappointing 2-0 defeat at Crystal Palace in midweek, Newcastle United’s best hope this season is to finish sixth in the Premier League. With this being the realistic ceiling for the Magpies, they now have to keep an eye on securing it, in order to play Europa Conference League football next season. As the race for the final two European spots heats up, manager Eddie Howe knows his team cannot afford another slip-up. Home Advantage for Newcastle Newcastle will be looking to rebound at St. James’ Park after the midweek loss. The visit of bottom-of-the-table…
Wolves vs Luton Preview Wolves are enduring a difficult end to the 2023/24 Premier League season, failing to secure a win in their last six outings (D2, L4). The latest setback was a 1-0 defeat to Bournemouth at Molineux in midweek, which Wolves boss Gary O’Neil labelled as his team’s “worst performance of the season.” This result marked Wolves’ third consecutive home loss, the longest streak since December 2022. To end the campaign on a high note, they need to improve ahead of Luton Town’s visit to Molineux. Molineux No Longer a Fortress Wolves’ struggles at home are particularly concerning. They’ve…
Everton vs Brentford Preview Everton face Brentford in their third match within six days at Goodison Park, highlighting the demanding schedule in the latter stages of the season. However, the Toffees are not complaining after back-to-back 2-0 victories over Nottingham Forest and Liverpool, with the latter essentially crushing the title hopes of their arch-rivals. The win against Liverpool also nearly guaranteed Everton’s Premier League safety, making it a memorable night for the club’s supporters. Premier League Safety for Everton With four games left, Everton hold an eight-point lead above the relegation zone. A win against Brentford, along with favorable results elsewhere, could…