With Matchday 37 upon us, the Premier League enters its penultimate round with high stakes and compelling narratives unfolding. From European qualification battles to emotional send-offs on home turf, Monday’s fixtures promise passion, pressure, and plenty of drama.
Crystal Palace will walk out at Selhurst Park as FA Cup champions for the first time in their history, riding a wave of euphoria that could either fuel another inspired performance or lead to a well-earned hangover. Meanwhile, Wolves arrive with a point to prove and potential to pounce on a distracted host.
Over at the Etihad, Manchester City must pick themselves up quickly after a deflating Wembley defeat. Guardiola’s side need points to reclaim a Champions League berth, but a confident and record-chasing Bournemouth stand in their way.
Let’s dive into the full previews:
Crystal Palace vs Wolves
Match Info
- Premier League Matchday 37 of 38
- Monday 20 May 2025 15:00 EST / 20:00 BST
- Selhurst Park, London, England
Crystal Palace
Fresh from making history at Wembley, Crystal Palace return to Selhurst Park buoyed by FA Cup glory. The 1-0 triumph over Manchester City has not only secured a major trophy but also delivered the tantalising prospect of European football next season. Manager Oliver Glasner has transformed the Eagles into a cohesive, confident unit, and the home faithful will be in full celebratory mode for this season finale.
Despite lingering injuries to Marc Guehi and Adam Wharton, Palace are unbeaten in six matches and have turned Selhurst Park into something of a fortress in recent weeks. However, fatigue from the weekend’s heroics and potential squad rotation could slightly disrupt their rhythm.
Wolves
Wolves’ Premier League status is secure, and while a top-half finish remains just out of reach, the focus now is on building momentum for next season. Vitor Pereira has stabilised the club amid turbulence, and a competitive showing here would cap off a respectable campaign.
Wolves have been erratic in recent weeks but remain a threat on the road. With Hee-Chan Hwang pushing for inclusion and the memory of four consecutive away wins fresh in the mind, this could be an opportunity to upset the FA Cup champions if Palace lack intensity.
America Bet Match Winner Prediction
Wolves to win
Wolves might find Selhurst Park more accommodating than expected, especially with Palace likely rotating after their cup celebrations. The visitors have shown they can win on the road and could edge this contest if the hosts lack sharpness.
America Bet Score Prediction
Crystal Palace 1 – 2 Wolves
Expect a tight contest with Wolves capitalising on lapses in focus from a celebratory Palace side. A late goal could separate the two.
America Bet Betting Tips
- Wolves to win
- Both teams to score
- Over 2.5 total goals
- Wolves to score first
- Crystal Palace to receive more cards
- Hee-Chan Hwang anytime goalscorer
- Wolves to win either half
- Correct Score: 1-2
- Draw/Wolves – Half Time/Full Time
- Wolves to win and both teams to score
Manchester City vs Bournemouth
Match Info
- Premier League Matchday 37 of 38
- Monday 20 May 2025 15:00 EST / 20:00 BST
- Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England
Manchester City
The mood in the blue half of Manchester is sombre following Saturday’s FA Cup Final loss – a rare instance of failure under Pep Guardiola. Defensive absentees and missed chances cost them dearly at Wembley, and the turnaround to Monday’s fixture is tight. City now face an uphill battle to secure a top-five finish and avoid missing out on the Champions League.
Nonetheless, City’s home form remains formidable with four straight Premier League wins at the Etihad. The onus will be on attacking players to respond, with Guardiola likely rotating to inject freshness. Expect urgency, pressure, and a lot of possession from the hosts.
Bournemouth
Andoni Iraola’s Bournemouth side are in dreamland, having surpassed 50 points for the first time in Premier League history. A place in Europe may still be within reach, and they arrive with serious away credentials – only one loss in 13 away fixtures across all competitions.
The Cherries have beaten Arsenal and pushed City hard twice this season. Despite some key injuries, they’ll believe they can expose a City side still reeling from cup disappointment, especially if defensive concentration continues to lapse.
America Bet Match Winner Prediction
Manchester City to win
City have too much at stake to let this one slip. Bournemouth will challenge them, but the quality in depth and motivation to finish strong should see Guardiola’s men through.
America Bet Score Prediction
Manchester City 3 – 1 Bournemouth
Expect a nervy start, but once City get ahead, they can settle into their rhythm. Bournemouth will play their part but may be undone by City’s attacking firepower.
America Bet Betting Tips
- Manchester City to win
- Both teams to score
- Erling Haaland to score anytime
- Over 3.5 total goals
- Manchester City to score in both halves
- Phil Foden anytime assist
- Correct Score: 3-1
- Manchester City to win and both teams to score
- Bournemouth over 2.5 corners
- First goal to be scored before the 20th minute
