As the curtain begins to close on the 2024/25 Premier League season, Matchday 37 presents a pivotal set of fixtures that could determine European qualification and reputations alike. While some clubs have their eyes firmly fixed on continental finals, others are scrapping for every point in the race for top-five finishes and pride. With only one more round to follow, this penultimate matchday is not short on storylines. Friday night football delivers two huge clashes: Aston Villa hosting a heavily rotated Tottenham Hotspur, and Chelsea welcoming a distracted Manchester United side to Stamford Bridge.
Every point now carries the weight of the season. For Villa and Chelsea, this matchday could define their entire campaign. For Spurs and United, who have Europa League glory in their sights, this is all about balance—between momentum and preservation. Let’s dive into the match previews.
Aston Villa vs Tottenham Hotspur
Match Info
- Premier League Matchday 37 of 38
- Friday 16 May 2025, 19:30 BST / 14:30 EST
- Villa Park, Birmingham, England
Aston Villa
Unai Emery’s Aston Villa side remain fiercely committed to a Champions League return, and Villa Park has been the fortress fuelling that ambition. Seven straight home league wins underline the consistency that Emery has built into this team, even amid injuries to the likes of Youri Tielemans and Marcus Rashford, and the suspension of Jacob Ramsey. Their impressive 2-1 win over Spurs in the FA Cup earlier this year gives the Villans added belief, and with a powerful attacking edge on home soil, Villa will be relishing the chance to further punish a weary Tottenham team.
Tottenham Hotspur
Ange Postecoglou’s side have slipped into a domestic tailspin, with just one win in their last ten league outings and only a point taken from their previous five away games. However, all of this comes with a caveat—the Europa League Final looms, and it’s clear that Postecoglou has prioritised continental success. Spurs have even had this fixture moved forward to allow for equal preparation time ahead of the clash in Bilbao. With the manager expected to wrap his key players in cotton wool, Spurs are unlikely to be at full strength and may find themselves lacking the edge needed to cope with Villa’s energy and motivation.
America Bet Match Winner Prediction
Aston Villa to win
Villa’s hunger for a top-five finish and their sizzling home form should outclass a second-string Tottenham side more focused on preserving legs for Europe than fighting for pride in the league.
America Bet Score Prediction
Aston Villa 3 – 1 Tottenham Hotspur
Villa’s attacking strength at home is likely to overwhelm a Spurs side lacking defensive cohesion and full commitment. Even if Spurs get on the scoresheet, Villa should find multiple ways through.
America Bet Betting Tips
- Aston Villa to win
- Both teams to score – Yes
- Aston Villa over 1.5 team goals
- Tottenham Hotspur under 1.5 team goals
- Ollie Watkins to score anytime
- Over 2.5 total goals
- Aston Villa to score in both halves
- Tottenham Hotspur to receive over 1.5 cards
- Aston Villa -1 handicap
- Correct score 3-1
Chelsea vs Manchester United
Match Info
- Premier League Matchday 37 of 38
- Friday 16 May 2025, 20:15 BST / 15:15 EST
- Stamford Bridge, London, England
Chelsea
Chelsea return to Stamford Bridge knowing that anything short of victory could derail their European ambitions. Despite the disappointment of a 2-0 loss to Newcastle United last time out—compounded by Nicolas Jackson’s red card—Enzo Maresca’s side still hold the keys to their own destiny. Their recent home form is formidable, with seven wins in their last eight Premier League games at the Bridge, and the team will be motivated to bounce back quickly. However, the forward line looks a little light, with Jackson suspended and Jadon Sancho ineligible against his parent club. A lot will hinge on Chelsea’s midfield dominance and defensive resolve.
Manchester United
Ruben Amorim’s frustration has become visible in recent weeks, and Manchester United’s domestic decline is now historically bad. Winless in seven league matches since March, with five defeats, the Red Devils are tumbling towards their worst top-flight finish in over fifty years. Like Spurs, all eyes are on the Europa League Final. Amorim is likely to prioritise rest and caution, particularly after injuries to key defenders like Leny Yoro and ongoing fitness concerns for Diogo Dalot and Matthijs de Ligt. A heavily rotated squad is expected to take the field, and their recent away form offers little confidence—three defeats in their last four road games.
America Bet Match Winner Prediction
Chelsea to win
The Blues are expected to take full advantage of a weakened and distracted Manchester United side. With the visitors focusing on Bilbao, Chelsea’s intensity and purpose at home should see them through.
America Bet Score Prediction
Chelsea 2 – 0 Manchester United
Chelsea should control this match from midfield and press home their advantage against an understrength United defence. A clean sheet looks likely given United’s disjointed recent attacking displays.
America Bet Betting Tips
- Chelsea to win
- Under 2.5 total goals
- Chelsea clean sheet – Yes
- Chelsea to score first
- Chelsea to win both halves
- Cole Palmer to assist anytime
- Manchester United under 1.5 team goals
- Marc Cucurella to be carded
- Chelsea to have over 5.5 corners
- Correct score 2-0
