Wednesday’s football tips: Back most action to come after the break as Arsenal battle Brighton

Arsenal can see the finishing line on the horizon in the Premier League title race but there's plenty of work still to be done, starting with tonight's tricky road trip to Brighton.

The Gunners passed a big test of their credentials by beating Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates on Sunday, although the performance was far from pretty.

Now they head south to take on a Seagulls side who have returned to form by winning their last two games after a worrying slump.

Brighton and Hove Albion vs Arsenal top betting tips

These sides have already faced off twice this season, with the Gunners winning both games at the Emirates in the Premier League and EFL Cup.

But it ended in a 1-1 draw when Mikel Arteta's side came to Brighton last season and this could be a tough night for Arsenal if they fail to hit top form.

Patience could be key and I fancy most goals to come after the break at 6/5 with QuinnBet. That bet has landed in both of Arsenal's games with the Seagulls this season.

Gabriel Martinelli could be unleashed from the start by Arteta after an underwhelming display from Leandro Trossard against Chelsea. If the Brazilian does get the nod, he could be worth a punt at 31/20 with BetMGM to score or assist.

Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest

Manchester City are breathing down Arsenal's necks and it would be a surprise if they slipped up at home to Nottingham Forest tonight.

Saturday's trip to Leeds was a potential banana skin but Pep Guardiola's men banked three more points thanks to Antoine Semenyo's strike.

The new boy played down the middle with Erling Haaland out injured and looks set to fill the same role against Forest.

Semenyo is 31/20 at QuinnBet for another goal while backing him for over 1.5 shots on target pays a tempting 41/20 with BetMGM.

City's defence usually give the opposition a few sights of goal so it could also pay to back Nottingham Forest striker Igor Jesus for over 0.5 shots on target at 21/20 with Ladbrokes.

Aston Villa vs Chelsea

Aston Villa's slump in form has put their chances of a top-four Premier League finish in jeopardy and they badly need a win when Chelsea come calling tonight.

Unai Emery's men were surprise title contenders until a few weeks ago but those hopes appear to be over after dropping 13 points behind Arsenal.

Villa have claimed just one win from their last six matches in all competitions but Chelsea's form isn't much better, with the Blues winning only twice across their last six. That makes this one a tough game to call so I'm sticking to player bets instead.

Moises Caicedo has picked an incredible 14 yellows and two reds this season for club and country. The Ecuadorian has kept his nose clean for Chelsea's last three games and that suggests he's due a card, which pays 2/1 with SkyBet.

Aston Villa full-back Matty Cash could have a tricky night against Chelsea's speedy wingers and he's 5/4 at Bet365 to commit over 1.5 fouls.

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Super singles

• Most goals second half in Brighton vs Arsenal 6/5 QuinnBet
• Antoine Semenyo over 1.5 shots on target 41/20 BetMGM
• Moises Caicedo to be carded 2/1 SkyBet

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As always, leave your own tips and comments below.

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