Liverpool vs Everton
On Saturday Liverpool take on Everton in one of England’s greatest rivalries. This fixture has sparked eleven goal thrillers, red cards and wondergoals, but we never know what to expect from a Merseyside derby. A win for Liverpool would take them above Manchester City and level with 2nd placed Tottenham for at least twenty-four hours and would give them a boost in their quest to finish in the top four.
Swansea vs Middlesbrough
This is a massive relegation six pointer for both clubs. Swansea lie in 17th, two positions and five points above Middlesbrough, but if Boro win then it would increase their chances of staying up. The big team news for Swansea is that Martin Olsson is returning after missing their defeat against Bournemouth. Olsson has been a vital player in the games that he’s been fit for and since his move to Swansea in January, he’s scored two goals in the Premier League – which is not bad for a left back.
Arsenal vs Manchester City
Amid speculation over Wenger’s future at Arsenal, the Gunners take on City in one of their biggest matches this season. Arsenal sit seven points below Manchester City with one game in hand and a win is much needed so they can maintain their excellent record in finishing in the top four. Ozil is in contention for a starting place in the team, while De Bruyne is a doubt.
Leicester vs Sunderland
Sunderland will have to start winning games to have any hope of staying in the Premier League for a 10th successive year and they’re going to have to start winning games now. However, beating Leicester is a hard thing to do under the reign of Craig Shakespeare and on-form Vardy and Mahrez.
Chelsea vs Manchester City
Sitting ten points ahead of second placed Tottenham, Chelsea look to have wrapped up the league already. But they can’t just lose concentration and be thinking about the trophy ceremony, otherwise there’s a chance Spurs could catch them. With Pep being at City, a destined top four finish would be considered disappointing in the eyes of much of the public. Despite that, they can only think about their important clash with Chelsea and build for next season.