Premier League gameweek 27: Here's everything you need to know
Gameweek 27 of the Premier League 2019-20 season offers six matches on Saturday. Chelsea host Tottenham Hotspur in a high-octane clash for both sides. Meanwhile, second and third-placed sides Manchester City and Leicester City face each other. Sheffield United, who are vying for a top-four finish, will be up against Brighton. Here's everything you need to know.
Chelsea and Spurs involved in a must-win scenario
Fourth-placed Chelsea, who lost against Manchester United on Monday, will have to set the proceedings straight against Spurs. Jose Mourinho's side is facing issues upfront and could struggle to get goals against the Blues. Spurs, fifth, are separated by just a solitary point and will want to seize the opportunity to go past Chelsea. Given the nature of both sides, things could get interesting.
Lampard and Jose share their views
"He is a fantastic manager. Our relationship of working together changes, but we are very amicable and respectful of each other. I have huge respect for him," said Chelsea boss Frank Lampard on Jose. "The boys did fantastic to put themselves back in the positions where we belong, these positions fighting for the top four," said Tottenham manager Jose.
Key numbers from Chelsea vs Spurs
Tottenham have won four consecutive league matches for the first time since January to February 2019. However, they have won just three of the 13 EPL away fixtures in 2019-20. Chelsea have faced seven home defeats in all competitions this season. This is their most in a single season since 1994-95. Out of their 43 goals this season, 16 have come at Stamford Bridge.
Stat attack: Leicester City vs Manchester City
Leicester forward Jamie Vardy has failed to score a single goal in his last six Premier League games. This will be the 100th league meeting between Leicester and Manchester City. Leicester have lost five of the last six league meetings with City. Kevin de Bruyne will aim to increase his assists tally (16). City have lost four of their 13 away games this season.
Fixtures, timing and TV listing
Here are the matches set to be played on Saturday: Chelsea vs Tottenham (6:00 PM), Crystal Palace vs Newcastle (8:30 PM), Burnley vs Bournemouth (8:30 PM), Sheffield vs Brighton (8:30 PM), Southampton vs Aston Villa (8:30 PM), Leicester vs Man City (11:00 PM). The matches will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network. One can stream the same on Hotstar.
