Football tips today, 25 Apr 2026: Analysis of 4 recommended matches to watch, Premier League highlights, today's football schedule.
On 25 April 2026, today's football tips focus on four major teams, especially from English football — the Premier League's final phase and the FA Cup semifinals — plus Spain's La Liga. Follow the football analysis with insights on these four interesting matches as follows.
- English Premier League / Kickoff at 21:00
Last week, the "Reds" won 2-1 away at Everton, securing their top 5 spot firmly, leading 6th-place Brighton by 5 points with one game in hand. Their recent home form is also reliable, with only 1 loss in the last 10 matches. However, they haven't beaten Palace in the last 4 meetings (2 losses, 2 draws in 90 minutes). Although backup goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili is out with a knee injury, first-choice Alisson Becker may return fit. Joe Gomez has recovered from injury. Up front, Mohamed Salah scored in his last two league starts.
Oliver Glasner has a chance for a third title before leaving Palace after this season, having reached the UEFA Conference League semifinals. Their recent form is strong, losing only 1 of the last 8 matches in all competitions (4 wins, 3 draws). Over the last 14 games, they have 7 wins. However, the upcoming European match against Shakhtar Donetsk might lead to some key players being rested. Although Ismaila Sarr has been successful scoring against Liverpool in their last 4 encounters, this game may favor the "Reds," who are more motivated to secure a UCL spot.
Opinion : Liverpool to win narrowly.
- English Premier League / Kickoff at 23:30
The "Gunners" were overtaken by Manchester City on goal difference, tied on points and goal difference. They have lost 4 of their last 6 matches in all competitions (1 win, 1 draw). They also have a tough away Champions League semifinal first leg at Atlético Madrid coming up, so manager Mikel Arteta is considering how to line up against "The Magpies." Among four injured players, Bukayo Saka has a chance to be fit. The attacking lineup will decide who plays left wing among Eberechi Eze, Leandro Trossard, or Gabriel Martinelli.
Newcastle is struggling badly, losing 4 consecutive matches in all competitions and 3 straight league games. Over the last 11 Premier League matches, they have lost 8 (3 wins), the worst record among the 20 teams since 25 January. In their last 13 visits to Arsenal, they have not won (12 losses, 1 draw). Injuries affect their attack, with Anthony Gordon still out. Defender Tino Livramento is likely out for the season. Joelinton is suspended. Although captain Bruno Guimarães has returned fit, Newcastle still faces a tough challenge.
Opinion : Arsenal to get back to winning ways.
- FA Cup Semifinal / Kickoff at 23:15
The "Citizens" are on a roll after winning the Carabao Cup and taking the Premier League top spot from Arsenal. Despite a narrow 1-0 win over Burnley, they have five straight victories in all competitions, conceding just once and scoring 12 goals. A win against the "Saints" would make them the first English team to reach four consecutive FA Cup finals. They've also won all 21 FA Cup matches against non-Premier League teams recently. Although Rodri is injured, they have Erling Haaland, Ryan Gravenberch, Nico O'Riley, and Bernardo Silva available.
Southampton shocked by eliminating Arsenal in the quarterfinals. Under young coach Tonda Eckert, they are unbeaten in their last 20 matches in all competitions (16 wins, 4 draws), currently 4th in the Championship and eyeing promotion playoffs. However, playing at Wembley has been unlucky for them, losing 8 of their last 11 matches there (3 wins). Against Manchester City in the last 18 meetings, they've lost 13. Flynn Downes and Ryan Manning are suspended. Attackers Ross Stewart and Cameron Archer are available but unlikely to stop the "Citizens."
Opinion : Manchester City to win comfortably and reach the final.
- Spanish La Liga / Kickoff at 21:15
The "Blaugrana" have the chance to extend their lead over Real Madrid to 11 points. Their recent form supports this, winning their last eight league matches. Across all competitions, they have 7 wins and 1 loss in their last 8 games. Unfortunately, winger Lamine Yamal is injured from the recent win over Celta Vigo and is out for the season. Overall, they have six injured or suspended players, including Raphinha and Eric Garcia, but key players Pedri, Fermin Lopez, Dani Olmo, Frenkie de Jong, and Ferran Torres remain.
Host Getafe has shown good form, winning 7 of their last 10 matches and losing 3, moving into contention for 5th place and a Europa League spot, competing with Real Betis. In their first meeting this season, they lost 0-3 to Barcelona but drew 1-1 at home last season. In the last 45 encounters, Getafe has only won 4 times. Recently, Argentine midfielder Saeid Romero is suspended. Borja Mayoral and Juanmi remain injured. Although loan striker Martin Satriano has scored 4 goals since joining from Lyon in winter, it is unlikely to be enough to challenge Barcelona.
Opinion : Barcelona to edge a narrow win and claim victory.