Premier League Tips — January 17, 2026

Quick picks (for speed)

• Chelsea vs Brentford — Chelsea -0.50 (min odds 1.84) & Over 2.75 Goals (min odds 1.75)
• Sunderland vs Crystal Palace — Sunderland -0.25 (min odds 2.05)
• Liverpool vs Burnley — Over 3 Goals (min odds 1.90)
• Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal — Under 2.5 Goals (min odds 1.88)

Chelsea vs Brentford

Tip: Chelsea -0.50 & Over 2.75 Goals

Despite the negative headlines around Chelsea recently, the arrival of a new manager has changed the outlook. I’m backing Chelsea -0.50 at home — I expect them to produce a strong performance against local rivals Brentford and push for a win. There are some selection doubts, but the squad should be able to field a competitive eleven capable of getting the new manager his first Premier League victory.

I’m also taking Over 2.75 Goals. Chelsea have shown defensive vulnerability at times, and Brentford can score on the counter; that combination suggests a match with goals at both ends. Current available odds make both selections attractive from a value perspective.

Minimum odds: Chelsea -0.50 (min odds 1.84) — Over 2.75 Goals (min odds 1.75)

Sunderland vs Crystal Palace

Tip: Sunderland -0.25

Sunderland have been in good form lately and look confident going into this fixture. Crystal Palace arrive having slipped off the boil: fixture congestion, a small squad, and recent setbacks have dented their momentum. Squad changes and off-field departures have also unsettled Palace.

With Sunderland regaining players after international duty and building positive momentum, Sunderland -0.25 represents value — the Black Cats should be favoured to take at least a narrow win or secure a result that protects part of the stake at the -0.25 handicap.

Minimum odds: Sunderland -0.25 (min odds 2.05)

Liverpool vs Burnley

Tip: Over 3 Goals

This one looks like the highest-scoring game on the card. Liverpool have attacking quality and welcome back important personnel, while their defensive inconsistencies open up opportunities for the visitors. Burnley are capable of finding the net and will test Liverpool’s backline.

Expect an open contest with multiple goals — Over 3 Goals is the selection here, based on both Liverpool’s attacking firepower and the likelihood Burnley will score against a defence that has been exposed at times.

Minimum odds: Over 3 Goals (min odds 1.90)

Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal

Tip: Under 2.5 Goals

Nottingham Forest are getting players back and will be well organised under Sean Dyche, who is known for setting teams up to frustrate stronger opponents. Arsenal are likely to do what they often do away from home: take the lead and manage the game thereafter rather than push recklessly for more.

The tactical setups on both sides point to a low-scoring affair — expect Arsenal to grind out a result if they can, and Forest to lock down defensively. Under 2.5 Goals looks the safer play.

Minimum odds: Under 2.5 Goals (min odds 1.88)

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