Week 46 Football Pools Tips, Saturday, May 17, 24/2025

Classic Pools Preview for matches played this Saturday, 17th May – 18th May.

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This week classic pools fixtures for UK 2024/2025 season, should see some close ties at both ends of the table across various leagues. Local pride will be at stake across most fixtures with what should be entertaining matches this weekend. We’ve looked through the fixtures and provided head-to-head statistics for five matches we think have the potential to end in a draw.

2 – Arsenal vs Newcastle United
Arsenal host Newcastle United in a crucial Premier League clash as both teams vie for top-four finishes and Champions League qualification. Arsenal, currently 2nd with 68 points, are chasing the Premier League title, while Newcastle, sitting 3rd with 66 points, aim to solidify their European credentials. This match promises intensity, with both sides showcasing strong form and tactical discipline throughout the 2024-25 season.

Arsenal’s formidable home record and attacking depth give them a slight edge, but Newcastle’s recent dominance in this fixture and defensive resilience suggest a tight contest. A draw seems likely, with both teams canceling each other out in a low-scoring affair.

Head-to-Head Record
The rivalry between Arsenal and Newcastle dates back to 1893, with 194 competitive meetings. Arsenal hold the edge with 85 wins to Newcastle’s 70, and 39 draws. In the Premier League era, Arsenal dominate, particularly at home, winning 24 of 33 recent meetings, with Newcastle securing 5 victories and 4 draws.

16 – Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano
Celta Vigo welcome Rayo Vallecano to Balaídos in a crucial La Liga encounter as both teams battle to secure their mid-table positions. Celta, currently 7th with 49 points, aim to capitalize on their strong home form, while Rayo, sitting 8th with 47 points, as of Sunday, look to continue their resilient away performances. This match promises a competitive clash between two sides known for their attacking flair and defensive vulnerabilities.

Celta Vigo’s strong home record gives them a slight advantage, but Rayo’s dogged away performances and their recent history of draws in this fixture point to a stalemate. Expect a tight, low-scoring game with both sides sharing the spoils.

Head-to-Head Record
Celta Vigo and Rayo Vallecano have faced each other 51 times in competitive matches since 1941, with Celta holding a slight edge: 21 wins to Rayo’s 17, and 13 draws. In La Liga, Celta have won 13 of 25 home games against Rayo, with 7 draws and 5 losses.

25 – Fiorentina vs Bologna
Fiorentina face Bologna in a compelling Serie A showdown at the Stadio Artemio Franchi, with both teams battling for European qualification. Fiorentina, currently 9th with 59 points, are pushing for a Europa League spot, while Bologna, sitting 7th with 62 points, aim to secure their place in continental competition. This Tuscan-Emilian derby promises a tactical battle between two sides known for their disciplined play and attacking intent.

Fiorentina’s home advantage and attacking depth give them a slight edge, but Bologna’s disciplined approach and recent resilience in this fixture suggest a tightly contested match. Given the history of draws and balanced encounters, a stalemate is the most likely outcome.

Head-to-Head Record
Fiorentina and Bologna have met 152 times in competitive matches since 1929, with Fiorentina leading slightly: 58 wins to Bologna’s 49, and 45 draws. In Serie A, Fiorentina have won 37 of 76 home games against Bologna, with 24 draws and 15 losses.

38 – Freiburg vs Eintracht Frankfurt
Freiburg host Eintracht Frankfurt in the final matchday of the 2024-25 Bundesliga season, with both teams vying for European qualification. Freiburg, currently 4th with 55 points, aim to secure a UEFA Champions League spot, while Frankfurt, sitting 3rd with 57 points, are chasing a Champions League berth. This clash at the Europa-Park Stadion promises intensity, as both sides have shown attacking flair and defensive resilience throughout the campaign.

Freiburg’s strong home form and Frankfurt’s inconsistent away performances suggest a closely fought match. The history of draws and high-scoring games between these sides points to another stalemate, with both teams finding the net in a competitive season finale.

Head-to-Head Record
Freiburg and Eintracht Frankfurt have faced each other 36 times in the Bundesliga, with Frankfurt holding a slight edge: 15 wins to Freiburg’s 10, and 11 draws. Their matches are often high-scoring, averaging 2.83 goals per game.

40 – Mainz vs Bayer Leverkusen
Mainz welcome Bayer Leverkusen to the Mewa Arena for the final match of the 2024-25 Bundesliga season, with both teams aiming to end their campaigns on a high. Mainz, currently 6th with 51 points, are targeting a Europa or Conference League spot, while Leverkusen, sitting 2nd with 68 points, have secured a Champions League. This clash promises intensity, as Mainz’s resolute home form meets Leverkusen’s attacking prowess.

Mainz’s resilient home form and Leverkusen’s occasional vulnerability on the road suggest a tightly contested match. The history of competitive encounters and recent draws between these sides points to a stalemate, with both teams finding the net in a hard-fought battle.

Head-to-Head Record
Mainz and Bayer Leverkusen have faced each other 39 times in the Bundesliga, with Leverkusen leading: 20 wins to Mainz’s 10, and 9 draws. Their matches are often competitive, averaging 2.7 goals per game.