Fulham vs Arsenal Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 31/12/2023
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Fulham vs Arsenal Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 31/12/2023

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Fulham vs Arsenal December 31 2023, 9:00 AM ET
Fulham +459
Arsenal odds-172
Draw+349
Over\Under2.5 -130 / +110

Fulham vs Arsenal. Shape of the Teams

Arsenal has unexpectedly been dethroned from the top spot in the Premier League following a surprising 2-0 defeat against West Ham, where the Gunners were unable to find the key to West Ham’s block. 

Meanwhile, Liverpool secured a logical 2-0 win against Burnley on Tuesday. Now leading the Premier League, the Reds are set to face Newcastle on January 1st.

This turn of events is quite astonishing, considering Arsenal’s consistent form in recent weeks, despite a disappointing 1-1 draw against Liverpool. This situation puts pressure on Arsenal to sharpen their game against Fulham, a team that, despite recent losses against Burnley (0-2) and Bournemouth (0-3), gave Liverpool a scare not long ago (3-4).

This scenario highlights the unpredictable nature of the Premier League and the challenge of maintaining consistency throughout the season, even for an elite team such as Arsenal. 

Fulham vs Arsenal Main Match Info

Fulham vs Arsenal, Prediction, Odds

With a week until their next game, it’s a prime opportunity for Arsenal and Mikel Arteta to go all-in. 

Despite the setback against Burnley, Arsenal is favoured to win against Fulham for strategic reasons. Arsenal were obviously not only looking for a draw, but could even claim a win in the match against West Ham.

Arteta’s team showcased a superior quality of play and created a significantly higher number of chances than their opponent. This level of performance is something they could replicate in their upcoming match against Fulham.

In terms of “expected goals”, Arsenal’s play was indicative of almost three goals, reflecting their dominance in the game. In contrast, West Ham deserved one goal at the end of the match in a convenient scenario.

In terms of “big chances” Arsenal outplayed West Ham 5-2, but their effectiveness in capitalizing on these chances has been inconsistent, we wrote about this in previous predictions, which hindered Arteta’s team a lot.

For example, Gabriel Jesus had two excellent chances, which he should have taken advantage of, but he shot past the goal.

Unless Saka and Martinelli start scoring with the same frequency as they did in the previous season, Arsenal might find themselves falling behind in the title race before spring arrives.

Currently, the conversion of scoring opportunities into goals remains a significant issue for the Gunners. This aspect of their play needs urgent improvement if they are to stay competitive in the race for the league title.

Fulham’s recent form is concerning, having failed to score a single goal in their last 180 minutes of play while conceding five goals, and that too without facing any top-six side. This is a recipe for disaster, as it’s unlikely that Fulham will be able to recreate the chaotic, high-scoring match they had against Liverpool (3-4).

Palhinha stands out as Fulham’s greatest asset, and Arsenal is likely to focus on neutralizing his influence, aiming to disrupt Fulham’s build-up play. 

The defeat to West Ham could also serve as a timely wake-up call for Arsenal, reminding them to avoid complacency and stay vigilant, ensuring they remain focused and determined in their upcoming matches.

Fulham vs Arsenal Betting Tip

Saka has been the face of Arsenal’s offence for some time now, consistently racking up impressive performances, even though he didn’t score against West Ham. 

He’s proven to be remarkably consistent, suggesting that against lower-calibre defences like Fulham’s, Saka is likely to find more opportunities for 1v1 situations that could bring him closer to scoring. 

With the support of Rice in the midfield, who has established himself this season as one of the world’s premier defensive midfielders, Saka is poised to receive quality service.

If Arsenal opts to overload the right side with Ødegaard, who also had an excellent game against West Ham, Saka should be well-positioned to capitalize on these tactical maneuvers.

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