Football predictions for 4 May 2026: analysis of two major leagues selecting three key matches to watch today.
Football predictions for 4 May 2026 include analysis of two major leagues, England's Premier League and Italy's Serie A, highlighting three exciting matches to follow today. These games involve battles for the league title and spots in next season's UEFA Champions League. Here is the analysis along with expected results for these three fixtures.
Chelsea VS Nottingham Forest
On Monday evening in the English Premier League, Chelsea, ranked 8th, will host Nottingham Forest, 16th place, at Stamford Bridge on 4 May 2026 at 21:00 Thailand time. Interim coach Callum McFarlen hopes to end a five-match losing streak and keep hopes alive for European qualification.
The good news is that Reece James and Levi Colwill have returned to training and may be included in the squad, but Estevao Willian and Jamie Gittens remain sidelined with hamstring injuries. Nottingham Forest are in good form, unbeaten in their last five matches, with three wins and two draws, though they have not scored in this run. In their first meeting this season, Chelsea won 3-0 away at Nottingham Forest.
Prediction: Still backing the home team.
Everton VS Manchester City
This match features Everton, known as the "Toffees," hosting Manchester City on Monday 4 May 2026 at 02:00 Thailand time. This is a crucial game impacting the title race and league standings. Everton sit 11th, having nearly given up on European qualification but aiming to finish as high as possible.
Meanwhile, Manchester City, the "Sky Blues," trail Arsenal by six points but have two games in hand. If City win all their remaining matches, they will equal Arsenal’s points, with goal difference likely deciding the title. Historically, City have dominated Everton, remaining unbeaten in 17 league matches against them, with 14 wins and 3 draws.
Prediction: The visiting team looks strong.
Roma vs Fiorentina
In the 35th round of Italy’s Serie A on 4 May 2026, "The Wolves of Rome," Roma, will face "The Purple Hell," Fiorentina. This match is significant for both teams, especially Roma, who are chasing European qualification. Roma currently sit 6th and have been very strong at home, unbeaten in the league at the Stadio Olimpico since November, with seven wins and three draws, scoring in 13 consecutive home matches.
Fiorentina, in 15th place, have been impressive recently, losing only one of their last 11 league games, with five wins and five draws. They have already secured their safety from relegation. In their most recent meeting, Roma won 2-1 away.
Prediction: Fully backing the Wolves.
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