After a break of over two weeks, the Premier League action returns with nine matches. This is a midweek programme spanning Tuesday 8 February – Thursday 10 February. It’s a chance for Manchester City to return to winning ways, while Liverpool will have AFCON players back for the arrival of Leicester. The race for a top four spot intensifies, with Tottenham and Manchester United strong favourites to win. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKe35_nyEd8 TUESDAY 8TH FEBRUARY Newcastle United 19:45 Everton This could now be described as a relegation six-pointer. Expect a cagey clash at St James’ Park, with Newcastle United landing a 1-0 win at Leeds last time out. Everton were beaten 1-0 at home to Aston Villa and it could be defences on top here. Neither team inspire confidence and the bookies can’t really split them in the betting. BEST BET: Under 2.5 Goals West Ham United 19:45 Watford Roy Hodgson has been hired by Gino Pozzo and it’s a simple yet difficult remit for the former England manager. Keeping Watford afloat is a big ask and the first port of call is to make the Hornets harder to score against. Therefore, we’re happy to go for a low-scoring clash here, with any West Ham win potentially being landed by a slender margin. BEST BET: Under 2.5 Goals Burnley 20:00 Manchester United You could do worse than play the Under 2.5 Goals treble on the Tuesday night games. With the chances at Turf Moor likely to be at a premium. Burnley held Arsenal to a goalless draw and the Clarets are capable of nullifying an unconvincing Manchester United team. The visitors might take a while to break down spirited opponents scrapping for their lives at the foot of the table. Why not learn about Bet365 football betting with the WhatAcca.com guide. BEST BET: Under 2.5 Goals WEDNESDAY 9TH FEBRUARY Manchester City 19:45 Brentford A tough evening in store for a Bees side who look defensively porous. Thomas Frank might have signed a new contract although Brentford FC could still get sucked into trouble. They conceded a combined five goals against Man United and Wolves recently, with Manchester City’s players determined to return to the winning trail after a 1-1 draw at Southampton threw a small spanner into the works. BEST BET: Manchester City -1.5 Norwich City 19:45 Crystal Palace Norwich are going for a third consecutive win in the Premier League after triumphs against Everton and Watford. Josh Sargent could be their secret weapon. Although Crystal Palace were very lively against Liverpool before the break. With Patrick Vieira’s side rallying after a slow start. Michael Olise looks to be a livewire and we’re expecting both teams to score in this encounter. BEST BET: BTTS Yes Tottenham Hotspur 19:45 Southampton We think there’s a case of getting with the Saints to claim a draw or a victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Southampton recently landed a 1-1 scoreline against Manchester City, while Spurs were facing defeat until an amazing comeback at Leicester. However, they then lost 2-0 at Stamford Bridge. This could be a far more even encounter than the match odds suggest. BEST BET: Draw or Southampton Aston Villa 20:00 Leeds United Aston Villa are a shade of odds-on to win this clash and they will be well rested for this Premier League encounter against an erratic Leeds side. Steven Gerrard has recruited Philippe Coutinho and he will offer problems alongside Emi Buendia and Jacob Ramsey. While Ollie Watkins will continue to be a menace in attack. Leeds followed up a 3-2 win at West Ham with a 1-0 reverse against Newcastle and they can be opposed here. BEST BET: Aston Villa to win THURSDAY 10TH FEBRUARY Liverpool 19:45 Leicester City You would always back Leicester City to find the net and that applies on Brendan Rodgers’ return to Anfield. James Maddison is enjoying excellent form, while Patson Daka has taken his chance to shine with two hands in the absence of Kelechi Iheanacho and Jamie Vardy. However, Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane could be back for the home side and that should lead to a home win. BEST BET: Liverpool + BTTS Yes Wolves 19:45 Arsenal Wolves are focusing on the prospect of landing a top six spot this season and stranger things have happened than Wanderers squeaking a top four place. They will feel confident of getting the better of an inconsistent Arsenal team who lacked a cutting edge when drawing 0-0 against Burnley. The Midlands side can be taken on the Draw No Bet market where you get money back if the clash ends all square. BEST BET: Wolves Draw No Bet The Premier League picks are available to back at the top betting sites. You can choose to bet them as singles or put them in an accumulator. We always look at the latest stats to try and unearth the best betting value. Sometimes there is the chance to secure a Premier League acca bonus or Premier League acca insurance.