Manchester City VS Liverpool
The Premier League returns in style as Manchester City take on Liverpool at the Etihad in a First VS Second clash. Manchester City drew 4-4 at Chelsea in a crazy game before the International Break and they currently find themselves top of the league by just a point. Liverpool comfortably beat Brentford 3-0 last time out and they currently sit second in the table. In their previous 37 meetings, Man City have won 10 times whilst Liverpool have won 15 times. For Manchester City, it’s important for them to win this game. City are ranked 1st in GPG (2.7) and they currently have the 4th-best home record in the league (5 wins out of 5). As for Liverpool, this is a big game for them. The Reds are ranked 3rd in GPG (2.3) and they currently have the 7th-best away record in the league.
My Prediction: 2-1
Burnley VS West Ham
Burnley lost 3-1 at Arsenal last time out and they currently sit bottom of the table. West Ham beat Nottingham Forest 3-2 in their last game and they are currently 9th in the league. In their previous 18 meetings, Burnley have won 5 times whilst West Ham have won 9 games. For Burnley, they need to start winning Football matches. The Clarets are ranked 20th in GPG (0.8) and they’re currently on a 6-game losing streak in all competitions. As for West Ham United, they should win this game. The Hammers are ranked 8th in GPG (1.8) and 16th in GCPG (1.8).
My Prediction: 0-2
Luton VS Crystal Palace
Luton lost 1-0 at Manchester United last time out and they currently sit 17th in the table. Crystal Palace were beaten 3-2 at home by Everton in their last game and they are currently 13th in the league. The last meeting between these two sides took place in 2007 (Palace won 2-1). For Luton Town, this is a big opportunity for them to pick up a good result. The Hatters are ranked 17th in GPG (0.8) and they currently have the second-worst home record in the league. As for Crystal Palace, they should win this game. The Eagles are ranked 15th in GPG (1.0) and no team has kept more Clean Sheets than them in the league this season (with 5).
My Prediction: 1-1
Newcastle VS Chelsea
Newcastle host Chelsea in an exciting 3 O’clock kickoff. Newcastle suffered a disappointing 2-0 loss at Bournemouth last time out and they currently sit 7th in the table. Chelsea drew 4-4 in a crazy game with Manchester City before the International Break and they are currently 10th in the league. In their previous 26 meetings, Newcastle have won 8 times whilst Chelsea have won 14 times. For Newcastle United, they need to win this game. The Magpies are ranked 3rd in GPG (2.3) and they currently have the 5th-best home record in the league. As for Chelsea, this is a big test for them. The Blues are ranked 8th in GPG (1.8) and they currently have the third-best away record in the league.
My Prediction: 1-2
Nottingham Forest VS Brighton
Nottingham Forest lost 3-2 at West Ham last time out and they currently sit 14th in the table. Brighton suffered a disappointing 1-all draw at home to Sheffield United before the International Break and they are currently 8th in the league. In their previous 14 meetings, Forest have won 4 games whilst Brighton have won 5. For Nottingham Forest, they can definitely win this game. Forest are ranked 12th in GPG (1.2) and they are unbeaten at home in the league this season (2W,3D). As for Brighton and Hove Albion, they have to win this game. The Seagulls are ranked 6th in GPG (2.1) and they haven’t won any of their last 6 league games (4D,2L).
My Prediction: 1-2
Sheffield United VS Bournemouth
Sheffield United host Bournemouth in a big game for both sides. Sheffield United picked up a good point at Brighton before the International Break and they currently sit inside the Relegation Zone (in 18th). Bournemouth picked up a great 2-0 win at home to Newcastle last time out and they are currently 16th in the league. In their previous 8 meetings, Sheffield U have won 5 times whilst Bournemouth have only won once. For Sheffield United, this is a game they really need to win. The Blades are ranked 17th in GPG (0.8) and they currently have the third-worst home record in the league. As for AFC Bournemouth, this game will tell us a lot about this side. The Cherries are ranked 16th in GPG (0.9) and they currently have the worst away record in the league.
My Prediction: 1-1
Brentford VS Arsenal
Brentford lost 3-0 at Liverpool in their last game and they currently sit 11th in the table. Arsenal beat Burnley 3-1 last time out and they are currently third in the league, just a point off the top of the table. In their previous 6 meetings, Brentford have won once whilst Arsenal have won 4 times. For Brentford, they’ll be looking to get straight back to winning ways. The Bees are ranked 10th in GPG (1.6) and they currently have the 11th-best home record in the league. As for Arsenal, they could well end this weekend top of the league if things go their way. The Gunners are ranked 5th in GPG (2.2) and no team’s been awarded more penalties than them in the league this season (6).
My Prediction: 2-2
Tottenham VS Aston Villa
Tottenham host Aston Villa in what should be a really exciting game. Tottenham lost late at Wolves before the International Break and they currently find themselves in 4th. Aston Villa beat Fulham 3-1 last time out and they currently sit 5th in the table, just a point behind their opponents. In their previous 22 meetings, Spurs have won 17 times compared to 4 wins for Villa. For Tottenham Hotspur, they really need to win this game. Spurs are ranked 7th in GPG (2.0) and they currently have the 7th-best home record in the league. As for Aston Villa, this is a big test for them. Villa are ranked 2nd in GPG (2.4) and they currently only have the 13th-best away record in the league.
My Prediction: 2-1
Everton VS Manchester United
Everton won at Crystal Palace in their last game, but they’ve since been deducted 10 points meaning they currently find themselves back inside the Relegation Zone (in 19th). Manchester United beat Luton 1-0 at home last time out and they currently sit 6th in the table. In their previous 29 meetings, Everton have won 6 times whilst Man U have won 15 games. For Everton, they’ll be angry coming into this game (which could work in their favour). The Toffees are ranked 12th in GPG (1.2) and they currently have the 4th-worst home record in the league. As for Manchester United, this feels like a big game for them. United are ranked 14th in GPG (1.1) and they currently have the 8th-best away record in the league.
My Prediction: 3-0
Fulham VS Wolves
Fulham lost 3-1 at Aston Villa last time out and they currently sit 15th in the table. Wolves beat Tottenham 2-1 in their last game and they are currently 12th in the league. In their previous 20 meetings, Fulham have won 15% of the time whilst Wolves have won 50% of the matches. For Fulham, they need to start winning again. The Cottagers are ranked 17th in GPG (0.8) and they haven’t won any of their last 4 league games (1D,3L). As for Wolverhampton Wanderers, this is a big chance for them to pick up another win. Wolves are ranked 11th in GPG (1.3) and they also currently have the 11th-best away record in the league.
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