Last Updated on March 12, 2024 1:38 pm by Erwin Noguera
Matchday 28 of the Premier League is history and we have a new leader, Arsenal, who took advantage of the 1-1 draw between Liverpool and Manchester City to climb to the top.
However, this does not mean that the battle for the first place of the table is cooling down, as it is quite the opposite. Right now, the Gunners and the Reds are level on 64 points, while City are close behind, trailing by just 1 point. As the season enters its final stretch, we will have exceptional battles in every game.
Aston Villa succumbed against Tottenham, and right now, the difference between them is only 2 points. Meanwhile, Manchester United keeps adding victories to stay close to the fifth place in the table.
Premier League Matchday 28 Roundup – Manchester United vs. Everton
When and Where?
Saturday, March 9, 7:30 am ET at the Theather of Dreams, Old Trafford
Moneyline odds:
Manchester United 1.855
Everton 3.88
Draw Offs:
3.90
Where Can I Watch it?
fuboTV Canada, Paramount+, Star+/ESPN, and Peacock
Manchester United made their temple, the mythical Old Trafford Stadium, respectful after winning 2-0 against Everton.
However, this does not mean that the visiting team did not have chances to get into the game and even score several goals, as they generated 23 scoring chances, with six shots on goal. However, United’s defense could repel each offensive from the visiting team.
The Red Devils’ siege began from the start of the match, and this resulted in a foul inside the box, which was converted into a goal by Bruno Fernandez through a penalty in the 12th minute.
United then continued to attack Everton mercilessly and, again through a shot from the penalty spot, but at the feet of Marcus Rashford, the home team put definitive figures to the match.
Both teams continued to attack intensely but without doing any damage.
Result: Manchester United (2) – (0) Everton
Premier League Matchday 28 Roundup – Aston Villa vs. Tottenham
When and Where?
Sunday, March 10, 8:00 am ET at the Villa Park
Moneyline odds:
Aston Villa 2.36
Tottenham 2.616
Draw Offs:
4.06
Where Can I Watch it?
fuboTV Canada, Paramount+, Star+/ESPN, and Peacock
One of the most surprising results of the day was Tottenham’s 4-0 thrashing of Aston Villa at Villa Park.
On the eve of the game, the match was expected to be rough and, above all, hard-fought. However, the Spurs displayed an exceptional level of play in the second half and took advantage of John McGinn’s sending-off in the 65th minute to annihilate the Villains.
After a 0-0 draw in the first half, we all thought that the predictions of a balanced match would be fulfilled. However, Tottenham started the second part with everything and scored the first goal in the 50th minute through James Maddison. Then, just 3 minutes later, they struck for the second time with a goal by Brennan Johnson.
As we mentioned, in the 65th minute, Aston Villa’s McGinn was sent off, so from that moment on, Tottenham went on the attack. However, it was not until the 90+1′ and 90+4′ minutes that Son Heung-min and Timo Werner, respectively, scored the third and fourth goals.
Result: Aston Villa (0) – (4) Tottenham
Premier League Matchday 28 Roundup – Liverpool vs. Manchester City
When and Where?
Sunday, March 10, 10:45 am ET at Anfield
Moneyline odds:
Liverpool 2.984
Manchester City 1.698
Draw Offs:
2.21
Where Can I Watch it?
fuboTV Canada, Paramount+, Star+/ESPN, and Peacock
The most interesting match of the day, Liverpool vs. Manchester City, did not disappoint and left many emotions from start to finish. However, the teams couldn’t get ahead of each other in the table, as they ended with a 1-1 draw.
As expected, both clubs started the encounter with the determination to score an early goal to put more pressure on the home team. However, they did not neglect their defense, being aware of their opponents’ offensive abilities.
City went ahead in the 23rd minute, thanks to John Stones’ goal. That undoubtedly gave the Citizens the determination to keep pushing to score the second and have more peace of mind. However, Liverpool held on and were able to finish the first half with a score of 0-1.
Then, at the start of the second half, Alexis Mc Allister scored the definitive 1-1 through a penalty, after a hard foul by City in their area.
From this moment on, we enjoyed an exceptional back and forth, but with the teams taking great care in defense to avoid leaving spaces for the lethal opposing strikers to exploit.
Result: Liverpool (1) – (1) Manchester City
Premier League Matchday 28 Roundup – Arsenal vs. Brentford
When and Where?
Saturday, March 9, 12:30 am ET at the Emirates Stadium
Moneyline odds:
Arsenal 1.21
Brentford 12.00
Draw Offs:
6.85
Where Can I Watch it?
fuboTV Canada, Paramount+, Star+/ESPN, and Peacock
Finally, Arsenal took full advantage of the draw between Liverpool and City, as after their 2-1 win over Brentford, they climbed to the top of the Premier League.
Arsenal displayed all their attacking potential in this match against Brentford to win a golden victory that lifted them to the top of the table. However, they had to suffer too much, considering that a defensive error cost them a goal before the end of the first half.
The Gunners started the match well with Declan Rice’s goal in the 19th minute. However, Brentford scored just seconds before the end of the first half, in the 45+4th minute, through Yoane Wissa.
In the second half, Arsenal’s siege was intense, but they were unable to beat the rival goalkeeper. However, in the 86th minute, Kai Havertz appeared to score the definitive 2-1 to give them the victory.
Result: Arsenal (2) – (1) Brentford
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