Sunday’s Premier League action features a hotly-anticipated Black Country derby while two under-pressure managers go head-to-head when Arsenal host Sunderland.
West Brom v Wolves
Wolves (3/1) go to West Brom (21/20 to win) in the early kick-off at the Hawthorns (12pm) with both sides needing a win following a poor run of form.
The Baggies have yet to win at home and have only registered one victory all season – a 1-0 win at Norwich – as they prepare to host their local rivals.
Peter Odemwingie was Albion’s talisman last season, scoring 15 goals, but he has struggled with form and injuries so far this term. Boss Roy Hodgson has backed the Nigerian to come good once again and he can be backed at 3/2 to score anytime.
Wolves have lost their last four Premier League matches after a bright start and will be fired up for the game but, with Albion needing that home win, it looks like being more disappointment for Mick McCarthy.
Arsenal v Sunderland
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger’s future at the Emirates has been questioned by some Gunners fans ahead of the home game with Sunderland but he has the backing of majority shareholder Stan Kroenke and has vowed to battle on despite a thoroughly disappointing start to the campaign.
A defeat last time out to local rivals Spurs only cranked up the pressure further on the Frenchman so a win is a must against the Black Cats.
His opposite number on Sunday, Steve Bruce, is also under pressure but he, too, has been backed by the club’s owners despite a difficult few months. His side came back well from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 with West Brom before the international break and he would take a draw (10/3) at the Emirates.
However, a win for the Gunners (4/9) is on the cards here.
Newcastle v Spurs
Newcastle’s unbeaten start to the season has largely gone under the radar so far but they face a tough test when Spurs go to St James’ Park on Sunday.
Alan Pardew has defied his critics to do a decent job and wins over local rivals Sunderland, Blackburn and Wolves last time out have endeared him to the Toon faithful and if he can conjure up a win over top-four chasing Tottenham then his stock will rise further.
Newcastle have had a relatively easy start to the season, however, and this represents their toughest game since the opening weekend when they held Arsenal.
It’s a difficult one to call but both sides will probably settle for a draw and a point apiece (23/10) looks likely.
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