Crystal Palace VS Manchester City
Manchester City’s next fixture in their pursuit of a 4th-consecutive Premier League Title sees them head down to Selhurst Park to take on Crystal Palace. Crystal Palace lost 1-0 at Bournemouth midweek and they currently sit 14th in the table. When it comes to Manchester City, they thrashed Aston Villa 4-1 last time out and they are currently third in the league. In their previous 23 meetings, Palace have won 3 games whilst Man City have won 16. For Crystal Palace, they’d take anything from this game. The Eagles are ranked 17th in GPG (1.1) and they currently have the 5th-worst home record in the league. As for Manchester City, they just have to keep winning. City are ranked 3rd in GPG (2.2) and they’re currently on a 24-game unbeaten run in all competitions (20W,4D).
My Prediction: 1-2
Aston Villa VS Brentford
Aston Villa got thrashed 4-1 by Manchester City Wednesday Night and they currently find themselves 4th in the league. When it comes to Brentford, they drew nil-nil with Brighton last time out and they currently sit 15th in the table. In their previous 11 meetings, Villa have won twice whilst Brentford have won 4 times. For Aston Villa, they should win this game. Villa are ranked 6th in GPG (2.0) and they currently have the 4th-best home record in the league. As for Brentford, they’d take a point from this one. The Bees are ranked 15th in GPG (1.4) and they’re currently on an 8-game winless run (3D,5L).
My Prediction: 3-1
Everton VS Burnley
Everton host Burnley in a massive Relegation 6-pointer! Everton picked up a good point late on at Newcastle midweek and they currently sit 16th in the table. When it comes to Burnley, they drew 1-1 with Wolves last time out and they currently find themselves inside the Relegation Zone (in 19th place). In their previous 16 meetings, Everton have won 9 times whilst Burnley have won 6 times. For Everton, they have to win this game. The Toffees are ranked 19th in GPG (1.0) and they’re currently on a 13-game winless run in the league (6D,7L). As for Burnley, they need to try and get something from this game. The Clarets are ranked 18th in GPG (1.0) and they’re currently on a 4-game unbeaten run (1W,3D).
My Prediction: 2-2
Fulham VS Newcastle
Fulham suffered a disappointing 3-1 loss at Nottingham Forest last time out and they currently sit 13th in the table. When it comes to Newcastle, they conceded late in a 1-all draw with Everton midweek and they are currently 8th in the league. In their previous 18 meetings, Fulham have won a third of the time whilst Newcastle have won half of the time. For Fulham, they need to bounce back here. The Cottagers are ranked 10th in GPG (1.5) and they currently have the 7th-best home record in the league. As for Newcastle United, this is a good test for them. The Magpies are ranked 4th in GPG (2.1), but they currently only have the 14th-best away record in the league.
My Prediction: 3-1
Luton VS Bournemouth
Luton were beaten 2-0 at Arsenal midweek and they currently find themselves inside the Relegation Zone (in 18th place). When it comes to Bournemouth, they beat Crystal Palace 1-0 last time out and they currently sit 12th in the table. In their previous 6 meetings, Luton have twice whilst Bournemouth have won 3 times. It’s worth mentioning that Bournemouth beat Luton 4-3 less than a month ago! For Luton Town, they need a win from somewhere. The Hatters are ranked 12th in GPG (1.4), but they’re currently on an 11-game winless run in all competitions (3D,8L). As for AFC Bournemouth, they have to just try and keep winning! The Cherries are ranked 11th in GPG (1.5) and they’ve managed to pick up 13 points from their last 5 games!
My Prediction: 1-1
Wolves VS West Ham
Wolves host West Ham in an important game for both sides. Wolves could only draw at Burnley midweek and they currently sit 11th in the table. When it comes to West Ham, they also drew midweek against Tottenham and they are currently 7th in the league (but only 3 points above their opponents). In their previous 14 meetings, Wolves have won 6 games whilst West Ham have won 7. Each of the last 5 meetings between these two sides has only seen one team score. For Wolverhampton Wanderers, they really need a win here. Wolves are ranked 12th in GPG (1.4) and they also currently have the 12th-best home record in the league. As for West Ham United, this is a big game for them. The Hammers are ranked 9th in GPG (1.6) and they currently have the 7th-best away record in the league.
My Prediction: 2-2
Brighton VS Arsenal
Brighton will look to do exactly what they did last season, and that’s hurt Arsenal’s Title aspirations. Brighton drew 0-0 at Brentford midweek and they currently sit 9th in the table. When it comes to Arsenal, they beat Luton 2-0 last time out and they are currently second in the league. In their previous 16 meetings, Brighton have won 6 games compared to 7 wins for Arsenal. For Brighton and Hove Albion, they need to start winning more. The Seagulls are ranked 8th in GPG (1.7) and they’re currently on a 14-game unbeaten run at home in all competitions (8W,6D). As for Arsenal, they have to keep piling the pressure onto their other Title Rivals. The Gunners are ranked 1st in GPG (2.4) and they currently have the best away record in the league.
My Prediction: 2-4
Manchester United VS Liverpool
Manchester United take on Liverpool in a huge Super Sunday Clash! Manchester United suffered a bizarre 4-3 loss at Chelsea last night and they currently sit 6th in the table. When it comes to Liverpool, they beat Sheffield United 3-1 last time out and they are currently top of the league. In their previous 34 meetings, Manchester United have won 14 games compared to 11 wins for Liverpool. For Manchester United, they’ll do their best to win this game. United are ranked 12th in GPG (1.4) and they currently have the 11th-best home record in the league. As for Liverpool, this is a huge game for them. The Reds are ranked 2nd in GPG (2.3) and they currently have the third-best away record in the league.
My Prediction: 0-3
Sheffield United VS Chelsea
Sheffield United lost 3-1 at Liverpool last night and they are currently bottom of the league. When it comes to Chelsea, they dramatically beat Manchester United 4-3 last time out and they currently sit 10th in the table. In their previous 6 meetings, Sheffield U have won once whilst Chelsea have won 4 times. For Sheffield United, it’s getting to be now or never in their fight for Survival. The Blades are ranked 20th in GPG (0.9) and they also currently have the worst home record in the league. As for Chelsea, they should win this game. The Blues are ranked 7th in GPG (1.8) and no team has been awarded more penalties than them in the league this season (11).
My Prediction: 2-2
Tottenham VS Nottingham Forest
Tottenham drew 1-1 at West Ham midweek and they are currently 5th in the league. When it comes to Nottingham Forest, they beat Fulham 3-1 last time out and they currently sit 17th in the table. In their previous 5 meetings, Spurs have won 4 games compared to 1 win for Forest. For Tottenham Hotspur, you’d expect them to win this game. Spurs are ranked 5th in GPG (2.1) and they currently have the 6th-best home record in the league. As for Nottingham Forest, can they build on their win from Tuesday? Forest are ranked 16th in GPG (1.3) and they currently have the third-worst away record in the league.
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