The Premier League returns on Wednesday 18 February with a full midweek programme. With the title race, top-four battle, and relegation dogfight all heating up, Matchday 28 promises drama across the board. Here are our best betting tips for every key fixture.

Arsenal vs Brentford — 19:30 GMT

Arsenal sit four points clear at the top on 57 points and have been given a 90.5% chance of winning the title by the Opta Supercomputer. At the Emirates, they have won 11 of 13 league games this season and rarely slip up against mid-table opposition. Brentford, without former boss Thomas Frank, could struggle.

Tip: Arsenal to win & over 2.5 goals @ 4/5

Manchester City vs Everton — 19:30 GMT

City looked like a different side in their 3-0 demolition of Fulham, with January signing Antoine Semenyo scoring on his home debut. Erling Haaland, on 21 goals, will fancy adding to his tally against an Everton defence that has conceded 42 goals this season.

Tip: Erling Haaland to score 2+ goals @ 11/4

Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest — 20:00 GMT

Liverpool’s title defence has collapsed — sitting 5th on 42 points, 15 adrift of Arsenal. But Arne Slot’s side remain a force at Anfield, and Forest’s record away to the traditional “Big Six” is poor. Expect a nervy but ultimately decisive home win.

Tip: Liverpool to win to nil @ 6/4

West Ham vs Wolverhampton — 19:30 GMT

A relegation six-pointer. West Ham in 18th under Nuno Espirito Santo face a Wolves side who look all but doomed at the bottom. This is a must-win for both, but the desperation should produce goals.

Tip: Both teams to score @ 4/5

Chelsea vs Aston Villa — 20:00 GMT

Chelsea are battling for a top-four spot on 44 points and Enzo Maresca’s side have been impressive at Stamford Bridge. Villa’s form has dipped since Christmas, winning just two of their last seven away games.

Tip: Chelsea to win @ 4/6

Best Bet of the Night

Our standout pick: Arsenal to win & Haaland to score @ 9/2. The Gunners should handle Brentford at the Emirates, while Haaland rarely misses against weaker opposition at the Etihad. A double on both outcomes offers outstanding value.

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