EPL action doesn't get any better than the three fixtures scheduled to take place back-to-back on Sunday.
First cab off the rank is the West London derby, with Claudio Ranieri looking to make it two-from-two as his Fulham side faces a stung Chelsea.
Then it's the North London derby, with a high flying Tottenham team desperate to get the better of hated neighbours Arsenal, who will also be gunning for all three points.
The fierce and frantic action concludes in Liverpool, where the Reds will host the old enemy Everton in the always fiery Merseyside derby.
Chelsea v Fulham
EPL Odds: Chelsea $1.14 / Draw $7.50 / Fulham $15
Claudio Ranieri's reign as Fulham manager got off to the perfect start last week with an impressive home win over Southampton.
He faces a much sterner examination this week however, as he takes his side a few hundred metres up the road to take on Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
This is a venue that's familiar to the Italian veteran, who spent a long spell as Chelsea manger from 2000-2004.
You can bet that he'll have his team fired up and ready to fight for every ball in this clash.
Chelsea are coming off an embarrassing derby defeat to Tottenham, where they were thoroughly outplayed for 90 minutes.
The 3-1 scoreline was flattering to the Blues in the end, with five or six nil thought by most to be a more accurate reflection of the game.
Chelsea, and their defence especially, were woeful against Spurs.
David Luiz in particular had a shocker. Don't be surprised if he's dropped by Sarri, whose impressive undefeated record came to an end against Tottenham.
Given how poor Chelsea were last weekend, it's a surprise that they are currently listed as short as $1.14 to get the job done.
Breaking down a Claudio Ranieri side in a derby will be no easy feat.
While Ranieri has many strings to his bow, he is perhaps best known for a style that sees his side sit deep and punish the opposition on the counter attack.
This is the style that stood Leicester City in such good stead in their EPL title win.
With speedy wingers like Andre Schurrle and Ryan Sessegnon at his disposal, the Cottagers will definitely pose a threat on the counter.
Chelsea's wide defenders, Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso, will need to be wary of venturing too far forward in attack, so they don't get caught out on the break.
Based on how they defended last week, don't be surprised if Fulham pull off a shock result.
Key EPL Stat
Chelsea have won 4 of their 6 EPL matches as a home favourite this season: Chelsea to win @ $1.14
EPL Betting Tip: Fulham to win @ $15
Reasoning: You can't help but feel the bookies have got their prices well wrong for this clash.
Anything can happen in a derby, and Chelsea were terrible last week.
While the Blues still deserve to be strong favourites, this is worth a small flutter at the odds.
Arsenal v Tottenham
EPL Odds: Arsenal $2.40 / Draw $3.50 / Spurs $2.70
When the schedule for the upcoming EPL season is released, this is the fixture that Arsenal and Tottenham fans immediately look out for.
Arguably the most fierce and heated rivalry in English sport, there's no doubt that these are two clubs that can't stand each other.
Tottenham will come into this clash jam-packed with confidence.
Not only did they make light work of a previously undefeated Chelsea side last week, but they secured an important Champions League victory over Inter Milan midweek.
However, perhaps more pleasing for Spurs fans has been their team's newfound ability to grind out results this campaign.
They have won 10 of their 13 EPL matches, and they weren't anywhere near their best for most of them.
But with Dele Alli, Christian Eriksen and Heung-Min Son all back from injury and handed a start by Pochettino last week, Spurs looked fearsome in attack.
It was the first EPL game this season where these three have all started together, and they showed no signs of rust, putting in a thrilling display.
Son's goal in particular will be remembered for a long while yet. He'll be confident of another strong display here.
But Spurs can't get ahead of themselves, because Arsenal are also in the midst of a fine run of form.
Many expected the Gunners to drop off in the post-Wenger era, but that hasn't proved the case.
Unai Emery has got his side performing to a high standard on a consistent basis.
New recruit Lucas Torreira has been impressive in the middle of the park, while the deadly strike partnership of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette are looking menacing.
In this clash, Lacazette is likely to come off the bench in what is expected to be his comeback game from a groin complaint.
Tottenham's defenders will need to be wary of his and Aubameyang's speed and class in the final third.
In front of their home fans at the Emirates, the Gunners will want to play their best game of the year and seek revenge after Tottenham's 1-0 victory over them in February.
Key EPL Stat
Spurs have won each of their past 8 London derbies in all competitions: Tottenham to win @ $2.70
EPL Betting Tip: No bet.
Reasoning: This really is a fixture where anything could happen. One of the toughest games to predict all year.
Liverpool v Everton
EPL Odds: Liverpool $1.36 / Draw $4.50 / Everton $7.50
Sunday's derby bonanza is rounded out up in Liverpool, where the Reds will be looking to extend their recent dominance in this fixture.
Probably more important to Liverpool fans than getting the win over their neighbours, is safely securing all three points to keep in touch with Man City at the top of the table.
This is especially the case after the Reds' recent 2-1 defeat to PSG in the Champions League, which seriously jeopardized their chances of progressing to the knockout stage of the competition.
If the EPL is to be their focus, then there's no room whatsoever for a slip-up, considering the way the Citizens are dominating once again.
The good news for their fans is that Liverpool are close to unbeatable at Anfield.
It's where the front three of Mo Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane really come into their own.
While these three are yet to reach the heights of last season, it doesn't look to be far off.
The Reds will have to cope without captain Jordan Henderson, who will miss the match through suspension.
This paves the way for new recruit Fabinho to come into the starting eleven, and look to nail down a permanent spot in the side.
With so many incentives for victory, Liverpool will by no means lose from a lack of effort.
Only a mental slip-up or an Everton masterclass will prevent anything other than three points for the home team.
The Toffees have put in some solid performances in recent weeks.
Their away draw to Chelsea was sandwiched between home wins against both Brighton and Cardiff City.
While this is good form, it's not good enough to halt the Liverpool train at Anfield.
Expect a strong victory from the red side of Liverpool.
Key EPL Stat
The last time Everton beat Liverpool at Anfield was back in 1999: Liverpool to win or draw @ $1.07
EPL Betting Tip: Liverpool to win by a margin of 2+ goals @ $2
Reasoning: There's just too much firepower for Everton to deal with. The Reds should win comfortably.
Nov 29, 2018 07:01 PM
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Key EPL Stat
EPL Betting Tip: Fulham to win @ $15
