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ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
10/24/2014

Sunderland vs Arsenal

Home - Sunderland
Last away matches - L-D-L-W-D-D

Guy Poyet has no new injuries to contend with for what looks like a difficult fixture against Arsenal, but nevertheless he has a selection dilemma. His side conceded 8 goals in an embarrassing display at Southampton last time out, and he must decide if he wants to trust the same group of players this weekend, or make an example of some by making radical changes to his side. I feel it is more likely that he will opt for the former option both because the Uruguayan has not got the largest squad to work with, and also the players who performed so poorly against the Saints have done relatively well in the previous 7 games, conceding only 7 goals in that time. The nature of the defeat will possibly mean a recall for Adam Johnson and Jack Rodwell to his midfield, both of which were introduced off the bench in the blowout. Whatever the lineup, he will want to put in an impressive performance against the Gunners in front of a home crowd, and silence their critics by so doing. The Wearsiders are unbeaten so far at home this season and if they can extend that record past this weekend they will feel they have weathered the storm.

Away - Arsenal
Last away matches - W-L-W-L-D-D

Arsene Wenger has several players nearing a return to active duty with Theo Walcott key among them. The highly anticipated return of the speedy England international is only enhanced by the injury in the last match to Mesut Ozil and the absence through suspension of Jack Wilshire. He is unlikely to start the game, but Arsene Wenger will hope to be able to introduce him as a substitute at some point. Against what should be a tiring Black Cats defence, his appearance as a second half substitute could be key to Arsenal’s chances of getting the win. Ozil and Wilshire will most likely be replaced in the four behind Danny Welbeck by Alex Oxlade Chamberlain and Santi Cazorla. Welshman Aaron Ramsey will return to the starting lineup after being named for the past 2 league games on the bench, following his return from a hamstring injury. In defence, Laurent Koscielny is the most recent Arsenal defender to go down with an injury. He will be replaced in the centre of defence by Callum Chambers who returns from a suspension that forced his absence against Hull.

Asian Handicap
Home - (+1.00)
Away - (-1.00)
Pick - Arsenal (-1.00)
Odds - 2.36
Stakes - 10/10
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ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
10/24/2014

W.B.A vs Crystal Palace

Home - W.B.A
Last away matches - L-W-L-D-L-L

Boaz Myhill is likely to start in goal for the Baggies after stepping in for the injured Ben Foster for Monday night's game against United after the England goalkeeper pulled a calf muscle.The key man for Alan Irvine is their star striker and leading goalscorer, Saido Berahino. Berahino is a name on the lips of many as he has started the season in fantastic form. The West Brom striker is the highest scoring Englishman in the Premier League with six goals in only eight Premier League games. The England u-21 star has has scored five goals in his last 302 minutes of football for the Baggies. The 21 year old has been the main man at the Hawthorns with 60% of the teams league goals. Behind only superstars Diego Costa and Sergio Aguero in the race for the golden boot, the young English striker has been fantastic and his presence gives West Brom a chance in every game.

Away - Crystal Palace
Last away matches - L-W-D-W-L-D

Asian Handicap
Home - (-0.75)
Away - (+0.75)
Pick - W.B.A (-0.75)
Odds - 2.17
Stakes - 9/10
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ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
10/24/2014

Swansea City vs Leicester City

Home - Swansea City
Last away matches - L-W-L-D-L-L

Swansea City come into this game after a disappointing 2-1 defeat away to Stoke City last weekend, with much controversy over Stoke’s penalty it seems as if Gary Monk is unable to get over the decision that saw Victor Moses awarded a penalty for what seemed to be a dive. After starting the season so well, Swansea have declined and have only managed to pick up one win in their last 5 games. The Swans have failed to win a BPL game since August when they defeated West Brom 3-0. They currently sit on level points with an Arsenal and a win against Leicester could see them move up to as high as 4th place.

Away - Leicester City
Last away matches - L-W-D-W-L-D

Leicester City head into this match after a hugely disappointing defeat to the then bottom of the league club Newcastle United. Leicester lost by a single goal and are now just 3 places above Newcastle who currently occupy 18th place. Nigel Pearson’s sole objective for this season will be to survive the drop come next May. His team have showed promise at times like when they made a comeback to defeat Manchester United 5-3 but have lacked consistency in their results. Leicester City will be hoping they can capitalize on Swansea’s bad form.

Asian Handicap
Home - (-0.75)
Away - (+0.75)
Pick - Swansea City (-0.75)
Odds - 2.19
Stakes - 10/10