Key betting trends for Premier League round 17
With title chases tightening and relegation pressure mounting, matchday 17 presents betting value driven by defensive records, form trends and goal-heavy fixtures.
Maresca shuts down Manchester City move
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca labelled reports linking him to Manchester City as pure speculation, reaffirming his commitment to the Stamford Bridge project.
Arsenal battle to stay top of Christmas charts
Could fast-charging Manchester City top the Premier League at Christmas or will Arsenal cling on to the festive number one spot?
How will AFCON affect Premier League sides?
Premier League sides are preparing for their most intense spell of the season over the festive period, but many squads will be depleted by the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Cherki inspires City, Newcastle also through to Cup semis
Rayan Cherki’s stunning strike put Manchester City on their way to the League Cup semi-finals with a 2-0 win over Brentford, while holders Newcastle beat Fulham 2-1 on Wednesday.
UK issue deadline on Abramovich Chelsea funds
The British Prime minister has warned Roman Abramovich that delays in releasing Chelsea’s sale proceeds cannot continue.
Chelsea push into semis despite Cardiff scare
Under pressure and far from fluent, Chelsea overcame a stubborn Cardiff side to reach the League Cup semi-finals and deliver much-needed relief for Enzo Maresca.
Man City star out injured until new year
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed his title-chasers will be without an influential star until the new year due to injury.
Manchester United ‘wanted me to leave’, claims Bruno
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes told Portuguese media the Premier League club had wanted to sell him this summer after receiving interest from Saudi Arabia.
Amorim seeks clinical Man Utd after ‘crazy’ Bournemouth clash
Man United boss Ruben Amorim said his side had inspired the Old Trafford crowd in a pulsating 4-4 draw against Bournemouth, but must be more ruthless to turn draws into victories.