Matchweek 36 Previews

Leicester v. Sheffield United

The K.P. will host a huge game in the race for European qualification. Leicester enter Thursday in the top-4, but have won only once in their last 7 matches in all competitions. Sheffield United, meanwhile, are unbeaten in their last 4 games, a run that includes wins over Tottenham, Wolves and Chelsea.

Everton v. Aston Villa

Aston Villa are running out of time to secure their Premier League status – they sit 4 points from safety with 3 games left. They do have hope here, though – they beat Everton in the reverse fixture back in August, and Carlo Ancelotti’s men are winless in their last 3.

Southampton v. Brighton

Brighton are nearly safe, while Southampton sit comfortably in mid-table. It’s worth noting that the Seagulls haven’t beaten their south coast neighbors in over 8 years – they’re winless in their last 6 meetings across all competitions with Southampton.

Crystal Palace v. Manchester United

Manchester United will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing draw against Southampton when they visit Crystal Palace. United enter Thursday outside of the top-4 on goal difference, while Palace have lost their last 5 games, failing to score in 4 of them.

West Ham v. Watford

This is the definition of a relegation 6-pointer. 16th-place West Ham and 17th-place Watford are both just outside the relegation zone, and both are coming off wins from over the weekend.