Guest Blog: Weekend Previews and Predictions

The following guest post previews three of the English Premier League games coming up on Saturday 21st Jan 2017, including some "Both Teams To Score" (BTTS) and scoreline predictions. I hope you enjoy the post.

Weekend Previews and Predictions by Kully Bahia

Liverpool v Swansea (21st Jan 2017)
This early kick off game sees a contrasting difference between the two teams. Last season Liverpool sacked Brendan Rodgers, replaced him with Jurgen Klopp, and now seem to be thriving as a result. Whereas Swansea also sacked their manager Gary Monk last season, however that's where their current problems started. Liverpool are pushing for the top two positions in the Premier League, and Swansea are looking like they could well be heading into the Championship. Liverpool's fixture pile up hasn't deterred their ability to play a high pressing game, with their draw against Man Utd on Sunday being an impressive display. Coutinho is back and looks his old self, Alex Arnold played at right back, just his 2nd league appearance, and he looked comfortable. Klopp will likely turn this 18 year old into a top player, that's the great work Klopp does with youngsters.
Swansea on the other hand were hammered good and proper by Arsenal 0-4 last Saturday. Managers have come and gone at Swansea, and the board are yet to spend in the transfer window. Gary Monk is now 3rd in the Championship with Leeds, the Swansea board should take note. Swansea look like they are just waiting for the season to end, and preparing for life in the Championship. Apart from Sigurdsson and Fer, there isn't a ball winner, and a decent goal scorer has also been missing all season. Not exactly how to run a football club.
Score prediction: 3-0 to Liverpool (Odds 7/1)

Bournemouth v Watford (21st Jan 2017)
The Cherries were unlucky last year in some league games, top scorer Callum Wilson was also injured. This year has been much better, scoring early in home games, which has settled the team and given them much needed confidence. They've been scoring from all over the pitch, and are difficult to beat at home. The loan signing of Wilshire has also helped the team with some needed quality in midfield.
Watford on the other hand are stuck in a downward spiral. They've lost four and drawn two of their last six games. They have only scored three goals in their last eight away games, and don't look like increasing their goal threat anytime soon. Their away record is won two, drawn two and lost six, and their early league form has deserted them, with notably the 3-1 home win against Manchester Utd being a distant memory. The coach looks like he's out of his depth; maybe he should swap jobs with Pep? Over 2.5 goals is 19/20 and should be a safe bet.
Score prediction: 3-1 to Bournemouth (Odds 16/1)

Stoke v Manchester Utd (21st Jan 2017)
Stoke blew Sunderland away in the 1st half at the stadium of light last Saturday, with Arnautovic bagging a brace and Crouch also netting. With Shaqiri back, feeding good balls to the front man, and Allen playing superbly, Stoke are picking up some good momentum, and have a good chance of scoring at home. Mourinho will be kicking himself after the Liverpool game. They dominated the 1st half and had two good chances to score but in the 2nd half they ended up playing more long balls, as Klopp nullified Utd’s attack. This game was 1-1 at Old Trafford in October, however Utd were the better team. Stoke must fancy themselves to score in this match as Man Utd do concede, and this could end up being a physical game, which would suit Stoke, especially as they are the home team. Stoke have scored in their last five league games, are unbeaten in four home games, and should eke out a draw on Saturday. A BTTS bet would give odds of 19/20.
Score prediction: 1-1 draw (Odds 7/1)

Guest written by Kully Bahia


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