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Substitutes: Fabianski, Soler, Coufal, Füllkrug, Mavropanos, Guilherme, Rodriguez, Emerson, Ferguson.
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Bournemouth: Arrizabalaga; Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Adams, Scott, Cook; Outtara, Semenyo, Evanlison.
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Substitutes: Dennis, Senesi, Brooks, Soler, Jebbison, Araujo, Hill, Silcott-Duberry, Winterburn.
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Ipswich: Palmer; Tuanzebe, O’Shea, Burgess, Townsend; Morsy, Cajuste; Johnson, Broadhead, Enciso; Delap.
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Substitutes: Walton, Davis, Woolfenden, Phillips, Chaplin, Taylor, Hirst, Philogene, Clarke.
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Wolves: Sá; Doherty, Agbadou, T.Gomes; Semedo, J.Gomes, André, Aït-Nouri; Munetsi, Bellegarde; Strand Larsen.
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Substitutes: Bentley, Bueno, Hwang, R.Gomes, Doyle, Sarabia, Forbs, Guedes, Djiga.
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Crystal Palace: Henderson; Lerma, Lacroix, Guéhi; Muñoz, Kamada, Wharton, Mitchell; Sarr, Eze, Mateta.
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Substitutes: Turner, Ward, Nketiah, França, Clyne, Hughes, Esse, Chilwell, Devenny.
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Brighton: Verbruggen; Hinshelwood, Van Hecke, Dunk, Estupiñán; Gomez, Baleba, O’Riley; Minteh, Mitoma, Welbeck.
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Substitutes: Rushworth, March, Gruda, Pedro, Adingra, Cashin, Ayari, Wieffer, Tasker.
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The skies are clear, the temperature is rising and … unfortunately, there’s not much at stake at the close of an unusual Premier League season. HOWEVER – and it’s a significant however – there are a few 3pm kickoffs with at least a hint of intriguing narrative to follow. The A23 derby bragging rights are at stake at Selhurst Park, while Ipswich could provoke a relegation battle if they manage to defeat Wolves at Portman Road. Additionally, there’s West Ham facing Bournemouth for those interested in mid-table clashes.
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The Championship, as always, might provide us with the most compelling narratives. Sheffield United’s next challenge in their journey for automatic promotion is against Oxford United, while teams like Cardiff, Derby, and Hull are striving to avoid the peril of relegation to League One. The lower divisions are also full of excitement, alongside the Scottish Premiership and Bundesliga, while Real Madrid prepares to host Valencia from 3.15pm.
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Let’s get this show on the road. Grab an ice lolly and enjoy.
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Key Events
Before we shift our focus to the 3pm games There’s news from Goodison Park where Everton (once again) drew 1-1 after a resilient showing from David Moet’s squad (again), with Arsenal dropping points and trailing Liverpool (once again) in a race not involving the championship title.
Andy Hunter observed the events unfold.
Several routine occurrences in the Premier League under 18 this morning, It’s excessive. So far, it’s been a rough day for Leeds United. Perhaps the future of Manchester United is as unclear as it suggests?
🏴🤯| Totally 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐄. pic.twitter.com/m4jhazq9rk
– Rising Star XI (@RisingStarxi) April 5, 2025
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Also, in League 2 today, Chesterfield recorded five wins in the last six matches, but faced Tranmere, where they were relegated with a 4-0 defeat. And Tranmere celebrated a significant victory. It’s a meaningless division.
Meanwhile, the top of League 2 is chaotic. Portvale secured a 3-2 victory against Walsall, then ascended to the summit, overtaking the hosts, while Doncaster clinched a late 2-0 victory at Cheltenham, boosting promotion hopes.
full time: Luton 1-1 Leeds, Coventry 1-2 Burnley. Sunderland maintains its lead with minutes remaining at the Hawthorns.
Ooft.
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Long-standing Championship Contender Leeds is tied 1-1 with Luton. Rival Burnley leads 2-1 at Coventry, and Sunderland still has an outside chance for a top-two finish, currently leading 1-0 at West Brom. These Leeds and Burnley matches have only 10 minutes left.
Will Leeds’ promotion aspirations collapse once again? *Joy Division Play*
The crucial detail in this Premier League Team News is that Masteus Cunya is absent due to disciplinary reasons for Ipswich’s match against Wolves. The Brazilian, who has openly expressed his high aspirations, is serving the final match of a three-match suspension, and his absence may hinder Pereira’s squad’s attacking capabilities.
Notably, Ipswich has won their last two matches without him, including a narrow 1-0 victory over a lackluster West Ham, and a 2-1 win at Southampton. It’s almost unusual. The Wolves’ forward line could face challenges against a rejuvenated Ipswich, who recognize the importance of today’s game.
West Ham v Bournemouth Team News
West Ham: Areola; Wambissaka, Todibo, Kilman, Scarles; Álvarez, Soucek, Ward-Prowse; Bowen, Paquetá, Kudus.
Substitutes: Fabianski, Soler, Coufal, Füllkrug, Mavropanos, Guilherme, Rodriguez, Emerson, Ferguson.
Bournemouth: Arrizabalaga; Smith, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Adams, Scott, Cook; Outtara, Semenyo, Evanlison.
Substitutes: Dennis, Senesi, Brooks, Soler, Jebbison, Araujo, Hill, Silcott-Duberry, Winterburn.
Ipswich v Wolves Team News
Ipswich: Palmer; Tuanzebe, O’Shea, Burgess, Townsend; Morsy, Cajuste; Johnson, Broadhead, Enciso; Delap.
Substitutes: Walton, Davis, Woolfenden, Phillips, Chaplin, Taylor, Hirst, Philogene, Clarke.
Wolves: Sá; Doherty, Agbadou, T. Gomes; Semedo, J. Gomes, André, Aït-Nouri; Munetsi, Bellegarde; Strand Larsen.
Substitutes: Bentley, Bueno, Hwang, R. Gomes, Doyle, Sarabia, Forbs, Guedes, Djiga.
Crystal Palace v Brighton Team News
Crystal Palace: Henderson; Lerma, Lacroix, Guéhi; Muñoz, Kamada, Wharton, Mitchell; Sarr, Eze, Mateta.
Substitutes: Turner, Ward, Nketiah, França, Clyne, Hughes, Esse, Chilwell, Devenny.
Brighton: Verbruggen; Hinshelwood, Van Hecke, Dunk, Estupiñán; Gomez, Baleba, O’Riley; Minteh, Mitoma, Welbeck.
Substitutes: Rushworth, March, Gruda, Pedro, Adingra, Cashin, Ayari, Wieffer, Tasker.
Prior to sharing the Premier League team news, let me direct you to Everton vs Arsenal. Simon Burnton has an update and the Toffees have just levelled from the penalty spot.
preamble
The weather is clear, and temperatures are rising… Unfortunately, it’s unclear what’s at stake as we close out an unusual Premier League season. However – and it’s an essential however – a few 3pm kickoffs hold at least a fragment of enticing narrative. The A23 Derby brings bragging rights at Selhurst Park, while if Ipswich can topple Wolves at Portman Road, it might ignite a relegation battle. There’s also West Ham clashing with Bournemouth for those interested in middle-table matchups.
The Championship continues to promise significant stories. Sheffield United’s next step in their bid for automatic promotion is against Oxford United, while Cardiff, Derby, and Hull work to avoid the risk of falling to League One. The lower leagues are also buzzing with activity, alongside the Scottish Premiership and Bundesliga, and Real Madrid will face Valencia starting at 3:15pm.
Let’s dive in. Grab an ice lolly and enjoy!
