{"id":653590,"date":"2026-03-20T10:35:31","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T09:35:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=653590"},"modified":"2026-03-20T10:35:37","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T09:35:37","slug":"premier-league-best-bets-matchday-31-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/premier-league-best-bets-matchday-31-march-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Premier League Best Bet of the Day \u2013 Our Top Premier League 2025-26 Picks for Matchday 31"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Premier League Matchday 31 slate will run from March 20-22, 2026, featuring nine fixtures that could influence the race for European qualification and the battle for momentum in the final stretch of the campaign. Friday&rsquo;s opener sees AFC Bournemouth host Manchester United at Vitality Stadium in a clash between a resilient mid-table side and a Champions League contender.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Brighton &amp; Hove Albion will welcome Liverpool in a matchup that pits Brighton&rsquo;s expansive style against Liverpool&rsquo;s high-tempo pressing game. Everton FC will face Chelsea at Goodison Park on Saturday where defensive vulnerabilities on both sides could produce goals.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Taking a look at the most selected clubs for round one of Last Fan Standing &#128064;<br><br>Enter before 20:00 GMT Friday 20 March and challenge your friends and family to see who can make it furthest &#129309;<\/p>&mdash; Premier League (@premierleague) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/premierleague\/status\/2034651105523794135?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>March 19, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>For more analysis across England and Europe, visit our main soccer predictions and Premier League betting tips hub, but for now, scroll on for today&rsquo;s best bets.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our Premier League Best Picks of Matchday 31<\/strong><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Match<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Market &amp; Pick<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Odds &amp; Book<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bournemouth vs Manchester United<\/td><td>Bruno Fernandes to Score or Assist<\/td><td>-140 via Fanduel<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Brighton vs Liverpool<\/td><td>Liverpool to Win<\/td><td>+125 via BetMGM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Everton vs Chelsea<\/td><td>BTTS: Yes<\/td><td>-154 via FanDuel<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p><em>Odds from FanDuel and BetMGM, accurate as of Friday morning ET. Premier League lines can move quickly on matchday, so always check the latest prices before betting.<\/em><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Bet #1 &ndash; Bournemouth vs Manchester United: Bruno Fernandes to Score or Assist<\/strong><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Market<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Pick<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Odds &amp; Book<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Score or Assist<\/td><td>Bruno Fernandes<\/td><td>-140 via <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Fanduel<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>Friday&rsquo;s Premier League opener at the Vitality Stadium will feature Bournemouth facing Manchester United. Bournemouth are coming into the fixture with notable resilience. They have avoided defeat in several recent league matches and remain competitive in the race for a European spot.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Their attacking approach results in a high number of chances for forwards like Antoine Semenyo. However, defensive consistency remains a concern. Bournemouth have conceded multiple goals in several recent matches and tend to allow high-value opportunities.&nbsp;<\/p><p>That defensive vulnerability aligns with United&rsquo;s attacking profile. Manchester United are averaging over 1.7 goals per league match this season. Bruno Fernandes has been the creative engine of the side. The Portuguese midfielder has registered 17 assists this season across all competitions.<\/p><p>He also remains heavily involved in set-piece delivery and final-third progression. Recent head-to-head meetings between the sides have been unpredictable. Bournemouth are unbeaten in their last three league encounters with Man United. This includes a 4-4 draw earlier this season.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Bet #2 &ndash; Brighton vs Liverpool: Liverpool to Win<\/strong><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Market<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Pick<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Odds &amp; Book<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Match Result<\/td><td>Liverpool to Win<\/td><td>+125 at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>BetMGM<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>Sunday&rsquo;s clash at the Amex Stadium will see Brighton &amp; Hove Albion and Liverpool clash. The Seagulls frequently commit numbers forward, producing high shot totals. But they also expose defensive gaps. In recent league matches they have averaged nearly two goals scored. But they&rsquo;ve also conceded close to that figure.&nbsp;<\/p><p>By contrast, Liverpool&rsquo;s forward line consistently produces high xG output. When opponents bypass Brighton&rsquo;s midfield press, the defensive line is often forced into recovery situations that elite attackers exploit. Recent statistical trends reinforce that tactical mismatch. Brighton matches have averaged well above three total goals in recent fixtures.<\/p><p>They have also seen both teams score in the majority of those games. While that volatility sometimes benefits Brighton, it also raises the probability of decisive moments from the opposition. 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First online real-money wager only; cashed-out or bonus-funded bets are excluded.            <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n            \n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Bet #3 &ndash; Everton vs Chelsea: BTTS: Yes<\/strong><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Market<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Pick<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Odds &amp; Book<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Both Teams to Score<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>-154 at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>FanDuel<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>Everton will host Chelsea at Goodison Park on Saturday. In the past, this fixture has produced competitive, physical encounters. Recent numbers in this fixture point toward a strong possibility of goals at both ends. Everton have shown improvement in attacking productivity in recent months.&nbsp;<\/p><p>They&rsquo;re averaging roughly one goal per game across their last ten matches. They&rsquo;re also conceding at a similar rate. Their home games frequently become open contests, especially against top-half opponents. Chelsea&rsquo;s attacking approach generates consistent shot volume. But it can also leave the defense vulnerable during counterattacks.<\/p><p>Matches involving Chelsea are averaging more than 2.5 goals. They also often feature chances for both sides due to the team&rsquo;s expansive buildup patterns. Past numbers reinforce the BTTS angle. Everton games have averaged nearly two total goals in recent matches. Chelsea&rsquo;s attacking output increases the likelihood of scoring. But their defensive line has also allowed chances in similar matchups against mid-table sides.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Premier League Best Bets for Matchday 31 Recap &ndash; March 20-22, 2026<\/strong><\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Best Bet #1: <\/strong>Bournemouth vs Manchester United &ndash; Bruno Fernandes to Score or Assist (-140 at FanDuel)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best Bet #2:<\/strong> Brighton vs Liverpool &ndash; Liverpool to Win (+125 at BetMGM)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best Bet #3:<\/strong> Everton vs Chelsea &ndash; BTTS: Yes (-154 at FanDuel)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-post mm-layout-slot4\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Premier League Matchday 31 slate will run from March 20-22, 2026, featuring nine fixtures that could influence the race for European qualification and the battle for momentum in the final stretch of the campaign. 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